Haliimaile General Store

Haliimaile General Store reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Ilona

   Hawaii4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined today

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   Really enjoyed the onion soup. The Braised Short ribs were very good too. Gotta try the Lemongrass Ginger Frost outstanding with coconut.
   

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   Serena VIP

   Portland31 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Have enjoyed lunch while in Maui at the Gen. store for many years. We had a vegetarian with us -few options for him. His tofu burger missed the mark. The enchilada pie special served yesterday (March 26th) was excellent per my husband, as was the Mahi.
   

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   DENNY

   Hawaii10 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   The last few times we have been were definitely off. Food really well done (I do still miss lamb chops though). Attentive wait staff. This place used to be one our very favorites so this visit was certainly good enough to bring me back again.
   

   Haliimaile General StoreResponded 1 day ago

   Thank you for sharing your feedback! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the food and attentive service, though we understand that recent visits haven’t quite matched past experiences. We truly appreciate your loyalty and are always striving to provide the best dining experience possible. We’ll be sure to share your comments with our team, and we hope to welcome you back soon for a visit that fully rekindles what made us one of your favorites. And we hear you on the lamb chops—your input matters! See you again soon! Mahalo!
   

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   Nessa VIP

   Hawaii12 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The best upcountry restaurant with exceptional culinary delights and highly professional staff. Warm, inviting, and friendly with a wonderful atmosphere of hospitality. Our first choice upcountry since Bev began this delicious legacy! The recent takeover has kept the authenticity of Maui Pacific Rim cuisine fresh and onolicious! Mahalo nui loa all around for our neighborhood gem! (Ian was our waiter and this young man could work in a Michelin 3 Star restaurant! We were very impressed!)
   

   Haliimaile General StoreResponded 2 days ago

   Mahalo nui loa for your heartfelt review! We’re honored to be your first choice in Upcountry and thrilled that you continue to enjoy the exceptional cuisine and warm hospitality that make this place special. We truly appreciate your kind words about Ian—he is indeed a gem, and we’ll be sure to share your compliments with him! We look forward to welcoming you back for more onolicious meals and memorable experiences. 🌺🍽️✨ Mahalo!
   

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   Tanya VIP

   New Orleans7 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing food and great service!!! It’s our go to spot!
   

   Haliimaile General StoreResponded 3 days ago

   Thank you for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that our food and service keep you coming back. It’s an honor to be your go-to spot, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for more amazing experiences! 🌺🍽️✨ Mahalo!
   

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   Richard VIP

   Los Angeles2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Very tasty and super great service... such character. Love this place. Good poke bowl
   

   Haliimaile General StoreResponded 3 days ago

   Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the tasty food and had great service with character. It's always a pleasure to know our guests love their experience with us, especially the poke bowl! We look forward to welcoming you back soon. 🌺🍽️✨ Mahalo!
   

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   Peter VIP

   Los Angeles308 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   We used to eat here frequently when Bev Gannon owned the restaurant and it featured some of her special dishes. We've waited a while to return, giving the new ownership a chance to create its own flavor. The menu is similar with a few dishes that are carry over. The owner made a point of coming by our table multiple times to ask how it was and to say that Bev was just there the night before and raved about the place. Maybe so, but it might have also been story. The Sashimi Tower is a carry over and slightly different, but still an excellent dish and unique. It is large enough for a meal if you're a light eater. The others at our table tried some of the newer dishes and were pleased. I went for the traditional Paniolo Ribs, which I compared to what the original restaurant served. The ribs were tender and the meat fell off the fork, they were slathered in a BBQ that took away some of the smoked flavor, but made your fingers lickable. The slaw is a vinegar based slaw and was good, had just a bit of vinegar nip to it, but had so much juice that it spread on the plate into the ribs and the mashed potatoes. The mashed potatoes were garlic mashed, but appeared on the plate as if they were baby food, they were so pureed and had a limited flavor or garlic to them. Would not recommend having them and asking for French fries instead. The dessert menu was typical of most of the restaurants, missing was the famous macadamia nut chocolate tort they were known for. The wine list is very basic restaurant wine list with a range of $60 to over $100 and the corkage fee is $35. Will we return, most likely, would we recommend it, yes, with certain recommendations. Though we had reservations, there were plenty of tables at 7:00 PM still available. Must admit we did miss some of Bev's touches in the food.
   

   Haliimaile General StoreResponded 3 days ago

   Thank you for your detailed and thoughtful review! We truly appreciate your perspective. It’s great to hear that you enjoyed the Sashimi Tower and that the newer dishes were well received at your table. We appreciate your honest feedback on the Paniolo Ribs, slaw, and mashed potatoes—your insights help us continue refining the experience. It’s also good to note your thoughts on the wine list and corkage fee for future guests. We’re glad you’re open to returning and recommending us with a few suggestions. Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience—we look forward to welcoming you back! 🌺🍽️✨ Mahalo!
   

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   Terri

   San Francisco6 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Had a reservation for the third Friday so we could enjoy the Hali'imaile night market before. Great experience! The food was outstanding-I had the prime rib. Definitely go here for a great meal!
   

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   Haliimaile General StoreResponded 3 days ago

   Thank you for sharing your experience! We're so glad you enjoyed the Hali'imaile Night Market before your meal and that the prime rib was outstanding. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for another great meal! 🌺🍽️✨ Mahalo!
   

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   RBJDR VIP

   Tampa9 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The Chinese chopped chicken salad & ribs we're outstanding. Their crab pizza appetizer is alwats a favorite requirement!Our server has been there for years & he is a gem! Be sure to take a light jacket as it is cooler upcountry & a light shower is possible. Don't neglect to enjoy Makawoa while you're so close.
   

   Haliimaile General StoreResponded 3 days ago

   Thank you for your thoughtful review! We're so glad you loved the Chinese chopped chicken salad, ribs, and of course, the must-have crab pizza appetizer! It’s wonderful to hear that your longtime server made your experience even more special. Great tip about bringing a light jacket for Upcountry’s cooler weather! We hope you had a chance to explore Makawao and look forward to welcoming you back soon. 🌺🍽️✨ Mahalo!
   

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    James VIP

    Denver13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Probably my favorite restaurant on Maui. Everything is excellent. We went twice this last trip. It’s close to the airport which is convenient for one last amazing meal on your way home if you are flying. Their pineapple upside cake is the best on the island hands down!!
    

    Haliimaile General StoreResponded 3 days ago

    Thank you for your amazing review! We're honored to be your favorite restaurant on Maui and thrilled that you visited us twice on your trip. We love that you made us part of your journey, especially for one last delicious meal before heading home. And we couldn’t agree more—the pineapple upside-down cake is a must! We can’t wait to welcome you back on your next visit. 🌺🍍✨ Mahalo!
    

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