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Haliimaile General Store, Makawao, HI

Haliimaile General Store

4.8
4.8
5713 Reviews
$31 to $50
Hawaii Regional Cuisine

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2 people
10:00 p.m.
Booked 55 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Our famous restaurant in Upcountry is a must see for anyone visiting Maui!

As seen frequently on The Food Network.

Come and experience the renowned Hawaiian hospitality and aloha spirit of Maui at Hali’imaile General Store. With a hundred-year history and over three decades of providing delicious meals to both Upcountry Maui locals and visitors, our restaurant in Hali’imaile is a must-see for anyone visiting Maui. Join us for a taste of the island’s finest cuisine and an opportunity to uncover a piece of Maui’s rich history at our conveniently located restaurant near the town of Makawao and on the road to and from Haleakalā National Park.

Farm-to-table is not a new concept to us! Our restaurant has been promoting and featuring locally sourced produce, seafood, meats and products since 1988. Our dishes are a unique blend of fresh Hawaiian food, local Asian influences and modern preparations.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Hawaii Regional Cuisine, American, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Daily 2:30 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (808) 572-2666
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Beverly Gannon
  • Catering
    Please call Hali'imaile General Store at (808) 572-2666.
  • Private party facilities
    The Plantation Room buyout can accommodate 65 guests or the full restaurant buyout can accommodate 125 guests.
  • Neighbourhood
    Makawao
  • Cross Street
    Haleakala Hwy/Baldwin
  • Parking details
    Parking is next to the restaurant. Additional parking is directly across the street.
  • Public transit
    Bus Stop across the street.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Thanksgiving Buffet

    Nov 28, 2024 only
    Join the Hali'imaile General Store Ohana for our famous Thanksgiving Day Buffet. We will be serving an assortment of traditional Thanksgiving and local dishes and there'll be something for everyone in the family. Larry Golis will also be entertaining everyone with his acoustic guitar and vocals. The price will be $75 for adults and $35 for keiki (tax and gratuity are additional). Please note that we will only be serving the buffet on this day and our regular menus will not be available. We look forward to spending this special day with you. Happy Thanksgiving.
    Thanksgiving Buffet photo
  • Upcountry Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Join us at the iconic Hali'imaile General Store for Happy Hour in our bar and front lanai areas . We offer delicious food and drink specials daily from 2:30 - 4:30*. Food options include HGS favorites like our Crab Pizza and Upcountry Salad, as well as a delicious Herb Ricotta & Ceviche of the day. Wash it down with drink specials on select beer, wine and cocktails, including Wendy's champion Tai Mai. Don't forget to save room for our famous Pineapple Upside Down cake, featuring Maui Gold pineapples from right next door. *All Happy Hour food must be ordered no later than 4:30.
    Upcountry Happy Hour photo
  • Christmas Buffet

    Dec 25, 2024 only
    Join the Hali'imaile General Store Ohana for a Christmas Day Buffet. We will be serving an assortment of traditional and local dishes and there'll be something for everyone in the family. The price will be $85.00 for adults and $35.00 for keiki (tax and gratuity are additional). Please note that we will only be serving the buffet on this day and our regular menus will not be available. We look forward to spending this special day with you. Mele Kalikimaka!!!
    Christmas Buffet photo

What 5,713 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hawaii

    Hawaii Regional Cuisine

  • Maui

    Best Overall

  • Maui

    Best Food

  • Maui

    Best Service

  • Maui

    Hawaii Regional Cuisine

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Haliimaile General Store offers a delightful dining experience in central Maui, combining "amazing food" with "outstanding service." Guests rave about the "incredible flavors" and "creative cocktails," recommending the Pineapple Upside Down Cake and Sashimi Napoleon. With a charming atmosphere and attentive staff, it's a "must-visit" destination for locals and travelers alike.

5,713 Reviews
  1. michael

    Louisville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ate here twice on this visit to Maui and will be back!! Food was outstanding, service was top shelf!! Highly recommend!!
    Haliimaile General StoreResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for joining us not once but twice during your visit to Maui! 🌴 We're thrilled to hear you loved the outstanding food and top-notch service. Your recommendation means the world to us, and we can't wait to welcome you back again! Mahalo!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Short rib and ribeye were delicious. Drinks were good. Our server Ian was very nice and made us feel welcome even though we had late reservations. Very happy with our experience.
    Haliimaile General StoreResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for dining with us! We're delighted you enjoyed the short rib, ribeye, and drinks. Ian will be thrilled to hear he made you feel welcome during your late reservation. We're so glad you had a great experience and hope to see you again soon! Mahalo!

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  3. Scott

    Seattle

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great happy hour and lovely bartender. Excellent cocktails and food.
    Haliimaile General StoreResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for joining us for Happy Hour! We're thrilled you enjoyed the excellent cocktails, delicious food, and the warm hospitality of our bartender. We look forward to serving you again soon! Mahalo!

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  4. Catherine

    Vancouver

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful old building with a delicious menu and nice beverages on offer. Our waiter, Joe, was exceptional as were the rest of the staff. Well worth it and a perfect spot to eat prior to our red-eye flight back to North America!
    Haliimaile General StoreResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for your kind words! We’re delighted you enjoyed our historic setting, delicious menu, and refreshing beverages. Joe and the rest of our team take great pride in providing exceptional service, and we’re thrilled they made your visit so memorable. We're honored to have been your dining choice before your red-eye flight—safe travels back to North America! We hope to welcome you again soon. Mahalo!

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  5. Joseph

    San Francisco

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent all around dining experience. Food was excellent (had pork belly bao starter, seafood curry). Portions were generous and both were delicious. Service was impeccable. There was plenty of parking just across the street.
    Haliimaile General StoreResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear you had an excellent dining experience with us. The pork belly bao and seafood curry are some of our favorites too, and we're glad you enjoyed them! Generous portions, delicious flavors, and impeccable service are what we strive for. We’re also happy the convenient parking made your visit even better. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Mahalo!

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  6. Michele

    Hawaii

    46 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We love Hali'imaile General Store as we live in Kula and it's our favorite restaurant in the Upcountry area. We have noticed the changes in the menu, which is great; however, the new chicken is a little bit of a disappointment - we'd like the former chicken brought back, if possible! One other person in our party had the new teriyaki burger, which he enjoyed...I suppose if someone wanted the regular wagu burger, it could be ordered without the teriyaki sauce and the pineapple...yes? I had the pork shank, which was great!
    Haliimaile General StoreResponded on November 19, 2024
    Thank you for your thoughtful feedback! We're so glad to be your favorite spot in Upcountry and to hear you enjoyed the pork shank and your guest loved the new teriyaki burger. We appreciate your input on the chicken dish—your comments are invaluable as we continue to refine the menu. As for the burger, we’re happy to customize orders to suit your preferences, so feel free to request it without the teriyaki sauce and pineapple. We’ll share your thoughts with the kitchen team and hope to see you again soon for another great meal! Mahalo!

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  7. Michelle

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a first class restaurant, well worth the drive from Ka’anapali’i every time we are on Maui. The food is made with care, and every ingredient makes a difference between an above average meal, and an excellent one.
    Haliimaile General StoreResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for making the journey from Ka’anapali’i to dine with us—we’re so glad it’s worth the drive every time! We take pride in crafting meals with care and thoughtful ingredients to ensure every bite is exceptional. Looking forward to welcoming you back on your next Maui visit! Mahalo!

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  8. Art

    Seattle

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It's a General Store made into a nice restaurant. When it's in season, the outdoor dining with the tradewinds blowing the scent of wildflowers across your table is delightful. The staff is super; four glasses in, I found I couldn't drink my way to the bottom of an iced tea. The fish of the day is locally caught. When it was Sea Bass, it was the best dish that I had in a week of daily visits. The Maui Onion Soup tasted like the kind I had in Paris. The Crab Pizza is a flat bread with a blended cheese+crab mix. Pure comfort food, great for kids. The Coconut Seafood Curry was the surprise winner. The spices didn't overpower. The taste of the "local catch" came through. It was filling but not heavy, leaving room for: Chocolate Cremeux was the standout in the desserts, super rich and chocolatey/caramelly. This place is a treat.
    Haliimaile General StoreResponded on November 18, 2024
    Thank you for your vivid and delightful review! Your description truly captures the charm and quality of the restaurant. From the seasonal outdoor dining ambiance with tradewinds and wildflower scents to the expertly crafted dishes, it's wonderful to hear how much you enjoyed your experience. Highlights like the locally caught Sea Bass, Maui Onion Soup reminiscent of Paris, and the Coconut Seafood Curry sound like absolute must-tries. Your take on the Crab Pizza as a comfort food classic and the rich Chocolate Cremeux dessert also adds a tempting touch! We're thrilled the restaurant exceeded your expectations, and we hope you’ll treat yourself to another visit soon. Mahalo!

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  9. Darrin

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great local food and service. Atmosphere is very Island like.
    Haliimaile General StoreResponded on November 18, 2024
    Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled you enjoyed the local food, attentive service, and island atmosphere. It’s great to hear we could help make your day smooth before your flight. Safe travels, and we hope to welcome you back soon! Mahalo!

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  10. Henry

    Palm Springs

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was awesome. Drinks and service was great.
    Haliimaile General StoreResponded on November 18, 2024
    Thank you for the glowing review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the awesome food, great drinks, and excellent service. We look forward to having you back for another fantastic experience soon! Mahalo!

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Haliimaile General Store is rated 4.8 stars by 5713 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 p.m.
Booked 55 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Haliimaile General Store

900 Haliimaile Road, Makawao, HI 96768

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Haleakala Hwy/Baldwin
  • Neighbourhood
    Makawao
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Daily 2:30 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Hawaii Regional Cuisine, American, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking is next to the restaurant. Additional parking is directly across the street.
  • Public transit
    Bus Stop across the street.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Beverly Gannon
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (808) 572-2666
  • Catering
    Please call Hali'imaile General Store at (808) 572-2666.
  • Private party facilities
    The Plantation Room buyout can accommodate 65 guests or the full restaurant buyout can accommodate 125 guests.
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