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Dec 17th, 2014 | 08:38 PM

Inakauaidavidababy

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West Maui Restaurants

It's been awhile. We usually stay south. Are there any great restaurants left? Seems like many have shuttered. Where did David Paul go?

Dec 18th, 2014 | 01:29 PM

sf7307

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Lahaina Grill is outstanding, but pricey. Star Noodle is very good, and relatively inexpensive.

Dec 18th, 2014 | 07:10 PM

Inakauaidavidababy

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Thanks for the reply. Seems a lot of places have closed. I've heard great things about Star Noodle. In general Wailea hotels seem to house much better restaurants. Curious.

Dec 28th, 2014 | 04:29 PM

Inakauaidavidababy

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I think we will go to Mala and 'practice aloha'

Dec 30th, 2014 | 04:14 AM

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I agree about Star Noodle.
I've also heard good things about Honu on front street.

For nicer dinners I like Merrimans in Kapalua as well as the aforementioned Lahaina Grill.

I agree I like South Maui restaurants better too.

Dec 30th, 2014 | 07:54 AM

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This is from 2012.

http://www.mauinews.com/page/content...ng.html?nav=10

Jan 21st, 2015 | 03:58 PM

Inakauaidavidababy

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We had a fantastic last meal at Merriman's in Kapalua. Divine Moncong and a RibEye with a wonderful tomato salad and dark chocolate dessert. Great service and views.

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Jan 22nd, 2015 | 07:39 AM

tifa2276

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Glad you enjoyed your meal! I really enjoy Merriman's and am looking forward to dining at his Kauai restaurant again in a month!

Jan 22nd, 2015 | 08:00 AM

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Tifa, while you're on Kauai (jealous!), you might also try Josselin's (in the same shopping center as Merriman's). Small plates and very good - nice atmosphere too.

Jan 22nd, 2015 | 08:41 AM

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Inakauaidavidababy

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Jean Marie just opened a second joint in Kapa'a

Jan 22nd, 2015 | 10:12 AM

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sf7307 & Inakauaidavidababy - Thanks for the info! I have Josselin's on my list and now will check out her new place in Kapa'a. I'm only there a week and my list of foodie places is growing longer and longer! Probably a month's worth of eating out...not that I'm complaining.

Jan 22nd, 2015 | 11:07 AM

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Inakauaidavidababy

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His new place! JO2 is his new place. I think it may be closer to A Pacific Cafe vibe - small upscale in a stripmall vibe.

Jan 22nd, 2015 | 11:16 AM

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Inakauaidavidababy

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http://www.jotwo.com

Jan 22nd, 2015 | 11:54 AM

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Sorry, I meant "his" not "hers!"
The menu looks fantastic as I love Asian and Asian-influenced cuisine. If we dine there I'll be sure to report back.

Feb 26th, 2015 | 05:47 AM

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Star Noodle is great, though the standard noodle dishes are very close to what you would get at Aloha Mixed Plate, which owns it. There's a great list of Maui restaurants at www.mauisbestvacationguide.com.