Balai Pata
$$ • Asian, Filipino, Seafood
Hours:
425 Koloa St, Kahului
(808) 727-2230
About Balai Pata
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Balai Pata Reviews
Balai Pata is an absolute gem, and absolutely needed on North Shore / Central Maui in what’s otherwise a restaurant abyss of tourist forward formulaic burgers & fish tacos.
Part of me wants to keep it a secret, but it deserves way more recognition than it has received. I’m honestly shocked it’s not packed every single night.
Their innovative fusion menu is both playful and thoughtful, with fresh, farm-to-table dishes that change often enough to keep every...read full review
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Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 4 - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 4 - 9PM |
| Thursday | 4 - 9PM |
| Friday | 10:30AM - 2PM 4 - 9PM |
| Saturday | 10:30AM - 2PM 4 - 9PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Balai Pata is a Filipino restaurant located in Kahului, Maui, known for its amazing and affordable food, and great service. The restaurant is conveniently situated near the airport and Costco, making it an ideal spot for travelers and locals alike. Balai Pata is highly recommended for those seeking a taste of Filipino cuisine on the island.
The menu features popular dishes such as pork adobo fried rice, pancit, pinakbet, and halo halo. Customers have praised the garlic moringa handmade noodles, described as a favorite, and the lumpia, known for its "spread-out wrapping for constant crispiness" and short rib filling. The innovative fusion menu is both playful and thoughtful, with fresh, farm-to-table dishes that change often, keeping each visit exciting.
The restaurant is celebrated for its high-quality Filipino cuisine, with dishes like lechon, pinakbet, and lechon kawali receiving positive reviews. Customers note that the vegetables in the pinakbet are cooked just right, and the lechon kawali has a "just right crisp of the skin." The staff are friendly and welcoming, making guests feel like family, and the atmosphere has a relaxed, homey vibe, especially as it is BYOB.
Overall, Balai Pata is an absolute gem and a must-visit destination for anyone looking for authentic and creative Filipino cuisine in Maui.