50 Best Vegetarian Restaurants near Paia

“Great food, friendly staff and awesome atmosphere! Dane, our server, was helpful at explaining the menu and offering advice. It is pricey but worth it when you’re on an island vacation! Book it!“

“Fresh seafood prepared how you like it! Delicious and a must if you are in Maui. I had the Ono in white wine,garlic and butter. Served over Cajun rice. The portions are very generous.“

“Yellow curry & sticky rice are amazing“

“My wife took me here for my birthday and it did not disappoint. Everything was 1st class, from the service, atmosphere, music and especially the food! I was ready for a meal of exceptional quality and got not only quality, but quantity. Beautifully plated and fun. Definitely the best dining experience of my life.“

“Really good service and food. Recommend getting the banana bread French toast ♥️“

“Really good service and food. Recommend getting the banana bread French toast ♥️“

“Great location, fresh food, and service!!“

“Great service and excellent food“

“Great place. The bartender Sara was on point. Definitely recommend.“

“My cousin and I came to Down to Earth on a whim so she could try the mango sticky rice smoothie, which she absolutely loved, and we were surprised by the wide variety of vegetarian food in the hot bar. This place is a must stop in Maui and we will definitely come here in the future! 10/10 experience.“

“Excellent food here!!! I'll be going back again, and again, and again!“

“absolutely everything is delicious 😋😋🤤🤤“

“When of the families, favorite restaurants always good food and great service“

“Food so delicious everyone friendly ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️👍👍👍👍👍👍“

“Great foods And drinks Go with chief specials“

“Gorgeous views overlooking Kahului. We booked the Distiller’s Table experience and were amazed by the cocktail and local cuisine pairings. Larry and the other staff shared insights not only about the pairings but the connection to local cuisine and culture. Fun time! Come hungry.“

“best burger on the islands! great quality service, and the fries perfect 10/10“

“You will not be disappointed. Hands down the BEST comfort Local Food. Reasonable Prices. Great portion sizes. Locally Owned and Operated. 10 STARZ 🌟“

“Do yourself a favor and take the scenic drive UpCountry to the Kula Bistro. They have the best lunch by far we've had on Maui! Our server Benny was fantastic and really sincerely cared about taking care of us. My husband walked across the street and bought a bottle of wine. The restaurant encourages this and they do not charge a corkage fee (they even supplied an ice bucket for our white wine without being asked!) We started with their delicious freshly baked bread basket - (5 pieces of homemade bread with yummy garlic butter). We then split the grilled mahi mahi sandwich on homemade foccia with fries. It was absolutely mouth-watering and plenty for the two of us. (Benny said the portions were large and he was correct!) They have a beautiful mouth-watering display case of tempting cheesecake selections but we were too full. Next time! Benny told us about the history from when the building housed a meat locker (the walk-in freezers are still there and used for their dining supplies) After that it was Cafe 808 and now the Kula Bistro.
They had the cattle ranchers in the area all come in and burn their unique brands on the wooden wall. I think 45 of them. How cool! The food was fantastic and the staff the best you'll find on the island!“

“Delicious! I got Da Boss! And it more than delivered! Sooooo delicious!😋“

“What a great bakery, the coffee is excellent. And the malasadas are so yummy.“

“Absolutely fabulous food. I love the food truck area. It's conveniently located across from the Costco parking lot and all my friends and I could order different things from different places. I had a craving for steak and scallops and this place was spot on. Delicious! Service was also friendly.“

“Hands down the best Mediterranean food I’ve ever eaten“

“Sam Sato’s is one of those spots where you walk in as visitors and walk out feeling like part of the neighborhood. My friends and I stopped by and were instantly swept up in the warm, local vibe — friendly staff, quick service, and an ambiance that feels both classic and comforting.

We tried a little bit of everything and honestly enjoyed it all. The cheeseburger deluxe hits that perfect old-school diner nostalgia. The signature dry noodles are a must, and the super dry noodles with vegetables takes it to another level. Don’t skip the yakitori — simple, smoky, and delicious.

Beyond the food, what really makes Sam Sato’s special is its heritage. From a humble general store in the sugar-cane fields back in 1933 to a beloved Maui institution today, you can taste the generations of care in every dish. It’s the kind of spot where recipes and smiles feel like they’ve been passed down through the family just for you.

Whether you’re grabbing takeout or sitting in for a quick bite, Sam Sato’s serves up flavors that linger long after you’ve left. “ʻO ka ʻai i loaʻa ke ola” — food that gives life — has never felt more true.

A must-visit on Maui for anyone who loves great food, great people, and a real local classic.“

“Was visiting Maui for my birthday trip and on our last day, we decided to try some authentic local foods and I’m glad we did! I absolutely enjoyed Tasty Crust, enjoyed the friendly staff and enjoyed the locals! Definitely a hidden gem in Maui for tourists. Thank you ALL for the hospitality and great service; will definitely be back ❤️😊“

“This is our first time dining at this absolutely amazing Thai Restaurant as my very good friend chose it for its gluten free dishes. The first thing that really caught our attention immediately is the very unique and absolutely wonderful Thai Inspired decorations and memorabilia that adorned the entire restaurant followed by authentic Thai music playing through the speakers. My lovely friend ordered the Snow Crab Fried Rice and the Tom Kha Soup and I can absolutely tell you that it was so so delicious! Our Thai Lady server was absolutely wonderful and attentive and at the end of our amazing meal, she even brought us complimentary homemade Thai tapioca pudding which was so so Ono! A Very Big Mahalo to all the very hardworking staff at My Thai Maui and we will be back to order and eat more delicious food.“

“Great food and service! Atmosphere is clean and fresh“

“Overall good meal, very sweet and friendly staff. I wanted to try a couple things so got the combo plate, the ahi was on the extra cooked side but still had good flavor, the shrimp on the other hand was 🔥.
If I went back again and didn’t try another option I would go for just the shrimp plate, they were delicious.“

“We love coming Marlow regularly
The food is excellent, and the staff is always friendly
In addition to being an excellent restaurant, this is actually my favorite place to get coffee on Maui

If Lauren can be your barista, you’re even in for a more special treat! She’s awesome“

“Food was delicious and the hospitality was over the top! If we are ever in Maui again🙏 we will definitely be stopping by again 🥰“

“Great food, generous portions“

“The BEST Thai I have ever had!🙏“

“Great plate lunch crispy salads everything I have been there. Disappointed in the burgers and eggs on the loco moco. different crew on different days.“

“onolicious acai bowl, friendly staff, fast service and reasonable prices 👍“

“My family of 6 loved the food. We had the mochicko chicken, garlic noodles, garlic shrimp and spicy chicken sandwich. Big portions. It’ll be lunch for me tomorrow. I would definitely go back again. The staff were polite and sounded like they were having a great time in the kitchen.“

“Best Food truck we’ve been to in Maui Hawaii 🙂!! Trust me we tried a lot. So healthy and delicious flavor love the chicken stir fry! Salad dressing is amazing. In my opinion they have the best Smoothies! Don’t hesitate to stop and try“

“One of the food trucks in the Maika’i market in the Maui Mall Village and possibly my favourite meal in Maui. Food is made to order so the pork was crispy, juicy and so tender. The fresh onion, tomato, and vinegar dipping sauce balanced the pork’s richness and fattiness beautifully. The people running it are friendly and clearly care that they are serving great food. Huge portion too - it served as both lunch and dinner! Would love to go back and try more things.“

“Excellent donuts and great prices! We had the cinnamon sugar malasada donut, the donut stick, and a cream puff and all were absolutely delicious! The staff was friendly and patient as we asked questions about ingredients for an allergy. We were there in the late morning/early afternoon and while there were still selections, some offerings were out understandably. Highly recommend!“

“Ichiban Okazuya Hawaii is a must-visit for classic Japanese-style takeout in Maui. The chicken katsu is crispy and flavorful, the nabeyaki udon is rich and satisfying, and portions are generous. It’s a no-frills, takeout-only spot with limited parking, but service is quick and efficient. The menu features a great mix of local and Japanese comfort foods, making it a favorite among locals. Be sure to go early, as they sometimes sell out of popular items. If you're looking for authentic flavors at reasonable prices, this is the place to go.“

“I go here everytime I visit Maui. The staff is very friendly and it's always busy.. but worth the wait. Locals seem to frequent this place so you know it's good! Breakfast is fantastic, I always get the red hot sausage, egg and rice dish.“

“Amazing flavor and fresh meat and vegetables! 5 stars“

“The BEST Thai I have ever had!🙏“

“Tastes like home! If you love authentic Italian food and NY pizza this is it. 🍕“

“Amazing donuts, breakfast sandwiches, and burritos. If you’re burning thousands of calories biking out in Stilwell, you can afford to and don’t want to miss out on stopping by to fuel up just south of 199th on Metcalf!!“

“We had a fabulous dinner there. His food is outstanding. We have been to Oktoberfest in Munich so we've eaten delicious authentic German food, and we can tell you his is spot on fabulous in every bite. We had the biggest piece of Schweinschnitzel we've probably ever had, and the Jagerschneitzel was also excellent! Homemade bread and excellent beer! 5* dinner and we'll be back soon! His menu is quite large.“

“Yummy!! Hit the spot!! We will be back. Friendly I look for local dining not chains.“

“food was awesome! huge portions, we always have take-home for latter. We drive 30 minuets to eat here. Please keep up the great work!“

“Friendly service and good food.“

“Great sushi really nice stuff and I love how they even have hotdogs and really good snacks“