Our putinesca was outstanding and a well supplemented Cesar salad. Location is a little out of the way, but worth the search.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Joseph
I really tried to give this spot a fair shot, but overall, it just didn’t meet expectations—especially for the price.
I ordered two pasta dishes: the Alfredo pasta with chicken and the baked penne with chicken. The base prices were around $16–17, but adding chicken was an extra $5+, which felt steep considering the portion size. All the added chicken could honestly fit in the palm of a hand or in a single bite.
The total came out to just under $48 for two plates and one drink, which felt pricey for what we got. The serving trays were about an inch deep, roughly 8”x6” in size, so while it may sound like a lot, it wasn’t a filling portion—especially compared to other nearby spots I’ve tried, which offered more generous servings at lower prices.
Flavor-wise, the food wasn’t terrible, but it lacked seasoning and depth. I wanted to enjoy it more, but it just didn’t hit for me. That said, others may have a different experience depending on what they order.
For the price and portion, I don’t see myself returning.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 1
Ashton Moka
This is a great little food truck. Some older reviews and photos show the original restaurant, which burned down in the August 2023 Lāhainā fire. They have a food truck up and running that has tons of delicious and dietary-inclusive options. I highly recommend!
I have always loved loved loved this place!! Definitely felt the loss from the fire. I am so grateful and so very excited to come by your new location. I wish you all the best. I am excited to try other things other than the Niciose salad and the broccoli and garlic bread. All favorites!! Blessings to your success!! 🙏
Amy
Went today at the opening and there was already people there ready to order. I really liked that its now a food truck, adds to the experience. I got the Fettuccine Alfredo and added lobster meat, I was not disappointed, the combo was really good for a great price! I recommend trying!!
Only thing is that the website has different hours than the google page so it was confusing, rely on the google one. Also the gps is going to drive you to the street across from it; just reach the farmer's market parking it'll be right there (even if it says the market is closed). Overall very satisfied!!
Madhumitha Sakthi
Really great Italian food! They had vegetarian options too such as pesto pasta. Looks like it was a brick and mortar store before and now it’s a food truck. Google maps will tell you to turn left on the highway but you’d have a turn onto a proper road before.
Dianne Landis
Penne Pasta is back! It’s now a food truck in the Napili farmers market. Open Friday(2-7 pm), Saturday(10a -4p) and Monday (2-7pm). Same owners and same fantastic pasta. Eat there or takeout. We’re so happy to have you back. :o)
Vida Allen
I’ve been a regular local who loves loves loves the Baked Penne!! Juan and his family are the best! So grateful for your food truck now. 😁 when are you open next?
Patricia “Pattie” Hanna
The best Italian on Maui. Sad to see it go, please reopen somewhere on Maui again
Vegetarian options: The best salad ever!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Judy B
We adopted this restaurant and typically ate there 2x per week when visiting Maui. The pesto pasta was wonderful and was the sleep and craft salad. We sure hope they will reopen somewhere after the fire that destroyed Lahaina.
The atmosphere is relaxing but a bit dark. The food is delicious and staff are really great!!!
Kid-friendliness: There’s a lot of space for strollers and it’s an easy going place so the kiddos can be kids.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bolognese Fettuccine
Chetan Pawar
Good pasta place. Penne pasta with pesto was really good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jacob Yearian
Wonderful little Italian hideaway off the main strip on Front St. We will be back.
Sneha B
Delicious pasta!
Ralf Ramminger
Spontaneous hunger is perfectly satisfied with linguine pesto. Unfortunately, the second attempt - pizza with goat cheese and mushrooms - was a total loss - it consisted of extremely thin ready-made dough and very economical toppings for a whopping $18. I didn't get tired of it either
Our putinesca was outstanding and a well supplemented Cesar salad. Location is a little out of the way, but worth the search.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
I really tried to give this spot a fair shot, but overall, it just didn’t meet expectations—especially for the price.
I ordered two pasta dishes: the Alfredo pasta with chicken and the baked penne with chicken. The base prices were around $16–17, but adding chicken was an extra $5+, which felt steep considering the portion size. All the added chicken could honestly fit in the palm of a hand or in a single bite.
The total came out to just under $48 for two plates and one drink, which felt pricey for what we got. The serving trays were about an inch deep, roughly 8”x6” in size, so while it may sound like a lot, it wasn’t a filling portion—especially compared to other nearby spots I’ve tried, which offered more generous servings at lower prices.
Flavor-wise, the food wasn’t terrible, but it lacked seasoning and depth. I wanted to enjoy it more, but it just didn’t hit for me. That said, others may have a different experience depending on what they order.
For the price and portion, I don’t see myself returning.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 1
This is a great little food truck. Some older reviews and photos show the original restaurant, which burned down in the August 2023 Lāhainā fire. They have a food truck up and running that has tons of delicious and dietary-inclusive options. I highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Penne Pasta, Sandwich, Pesto Pasta, Penne Puttanesca
I have always loved loved loved this place!!
Definitely felt the loss from the fire. I am so grateful and so very excited to come by your new location.
I wish you all the best. I am excited to try other things other than the Niciose salad and the broccoli and garlic bread.
All favorites!!
Blessings to your success!!
🙏
Went today at the opening and there was already people there ready to order. I really liked that its now a food truck, adds to the experience. I got the Fettuccine Alfredo and added lobster meat, I was not disappointed, the combo was really good for a great price! I recommend trying!!
Only thing is that the website has different hours than the google page so it was confusing, rely on the google one. Also the gps is going to drive you to the street across from it; just reach the farmer's market parking it'll be right there (even if it says the market is closed). Overall very satisfied!!
Really great Italian food! They had vegetarian options too such as pesto pasta. Looks like it was a brick and mortar store before and now it’s a food truck. Google maps will tell you to turn left on the highway but you’d have a turn onto a proper road before.
Penne Pasta is back! It’s now a food truck in the Napili farmers market. Open Friday(2-7 pm), Saturday(10a -4p) and Monday (2-7pm). Same owners and same fantastic pasta. Eat there or takeout. We’re so happy to have you back. :o)
I’ve been a regular local who loves loves loves the Baked Penne!! Juan and his family are the best! So grateful for your food truck now. 😁 when are you open next?
The best Italian on Maui. Sad to see it go, please reopen somewhere on Maui again
Vegetarian options: The best salad ever!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We adopted this restaurant and typically ate there 2x per week when visiting Maui. The pesto pasta was wonderful and was the sleep and craft salad. We sure hope they will reopen somewhere after the fire that destroyed Lahaina.
Restaurantji Recommends
The atmosphere is relaxing but a bit dark. The food is delicious and staff are really great!!!
Kid-friendliness: There’s a lot of space for strollers and it’s an easy going place so the kiddos can be kids.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bolognese Fettuccine
Good pasta place. Penne pasta with pesto was really good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wonderful little Italian hideaway off the main strip on Front St. We will be back.
Delicious pasta!
Spontaneous hunger is perfectly satisfied with linguine pesto. Unfortunately, the second attempt - pizza with goat cheese and mushrooms - was a total loss - it consisted of extremely thin ready-made dough and very economical toppings for a whopping $18. I didn't get tired of it either
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