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Fish Market Maui

Last updated 08. Mar, 2011 by Mark.

Don’t judge a book by its cover!

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In a nutshell: The absolute freshest fish (prepared or not) in West Maui.
Minuses: Closes early.
Sound-bite: “I watched guys from a boat walk in and sell them their fish while I ordered!”

Fish Market Maui is a great escape from the pricey restaurants in the resort areas. This place is a non-assuming fish market and take-out joint in a strip mall north of Ka’anapali – so the ambiance isn’t what brings folks here – it’s the fresh fish! When we say …

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Lahaina Grill

Last updated 02. Apr, 2010 by Mark.

Lahaina Grill

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Rated #1
American Fine Dining in West Maui

In a nutshell: A Lahaina fine-dining landmark for 20 years.
Minuses: No outside seating.
Sound-bite: “The service was only bested by the food.”
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Thai Chef

Last updated 13. Apr, 2010 by Mark.

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Rated #1 Inexpensive Thai in West Maui

In a nutshell: Reasonably priced, big menu, eat-in/take-out/BYOB Thai joint.
Minuses: It can get crowded.
Sound-bite: “It’s around da back, brah!”

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Smokehouse BBQ Bar & Grill

Last updated 13. Apr, 2010 by Mark.

Smokehouse BBQ
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Rated #1 BBQ in West Maui

In a nutshell: Great BBQ, kind service, in a genuine, non-touristy atmosphere.
Minuses: “Not touristy” means guests with realy bad attitudes might not necessarily be killed with kindness.
(You know who I’m talkin’ ’bout!)
Sound-bite: “Ooops…maybe I should’ve worn a bib!”

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Gazebo Restaurant

Last updated 14. Apr, 2010 by Mark.

The Gazebo (Photo: Urbanspoon)

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Rated #1 Inexpensive Breakfast in West Maui

In a nutshell: Affordable casual oceanside breakfast and lunch right on Napili Bay.
Minuses: The line to get in.
Sound-bite: [ding!-ding!]“ Whale-Ho!”

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Hale Ono Loa #121

Last updated 29. Oct, 2011 by Mark.

It doesn't get any closer to the ocean than this (without a hull!)

Contact: Hale Ono Loa #121
Book: Online booking form

Seasonal Price Range: $225-$325

Sleeps 2-6
2 Bdrm (King + 2 Twins) / 2 Bath

Amenities:
| Ocean Front | Fully Stocked Kitchen |
| Lanai | BBQ Area | 1290 Sq Ft |
| A/C | Ceiling Fans | Washer/Dryer |
| Cable | Internet | Ground Floor |
| Pool | Free Parking |
| Towels & Linens | Beach Accessories |
| Ocean Views | …

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Napili Gardens 8

Last updated 15. Nov, 2011 by Mark.

Ariel View

Contact: Napili Gardens 8
Book: Online booking form

Seasonal Price Range: $250-$349

Sleeps up to 8
3 Bdrm / 2.5 Bath
(King, Queen, 2 Twins, Sofabed)

Amenities:
| Fully Stocked Kitchen | BBQ |
| Private Yard | Central A/C |
| Ceiling Fans | Washer/Dryer |
| Cable | Internet | Two-Car Garage | Towels & Linens | Beach Accessories |
| Walk to Beach | Walk to Kapalua Resort, Kapalua Plantation & Bay Golf Courses |

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Napili Gardens, built in 1997, is a small 16-unit …

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Hike Maui

Last updated 13. Jan, 2010 by Mark.

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Gerard’s Restaurant

Last updated 07. Apr, 2010 by Mark.

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Maui Hiking Safaris

Last updated 19. Feb, 2010 by Mark.

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