With its scenic hikes, stunning beaches, and tropical breezes, Maui is a popular destination for several travelers. What many might not know, however, is that it also features a wide variety of delicious local cuisine. As you book your oceanfront hotel to prepare for your trip to this island, make arrangements to try the following dishes.

What Foods Should You Eat in Maui?

1. Loco Moco

The loco moco is celebrated as a local comfort food. It features a plate of rice topped with a hamburger patty and a fried or sunny-side up egg. The entire dish is smothered with gravy, which can taste differently depending on the restaurant you visit. If you prefer not to eat meat, many establishments substitute it with fish or tofu. The filling meal eliminates hunger, but you can also bring leftovers to your oceanfront hotel for late-night vacation snacking.

2. Garlic Shrimp

Fish dishes unsurprisingly abound on Maui and everywhere else in Hawaii. Among the many options available is a food truck staple where shrimp is sauteed in garlic butter. Although the crustacean is served without the head, the tail and shell are still in place. You can enjoy this dish alone or with assorted sides, such as garlic noodles or rice.

3. Poke

This native Hawaiian dish, pronounced as poh-kay, involves diced raw fish typically served in chunks and smothered with a soy sauce blend. It is often relished with assorted seeds and fruits and typically consists of salmon or tuna. However, any fish can be utilized.

A reason behind poke's popularity is that it's an inexpensive yet delectable meal. It's also easy to pack, so you can bring it with you on a trip to the beach or a hike. You can order it as a side, but it can also be a main dish if you decide on a larger bowl.

4. Shave Ice

Hawaii is known for its shave ice, and Maui has a wide variety of shops that offer this delectable treat. It features ice flakes covered in fruit syrup, such as pineapple, passionfruit, or guava. You can customize it through toppings, such as toasted coconut, sweet red azuki beans, and fresh mochi. Ice cream in the center of the shave ice is another popular variation. 

Enhance your trip to Maui by staying at Napili Village Hotel in Lahaina, HI. This family-owned and -operated oceanfront hotel has provided stunning accommodations at affordable prices since 1967. When you're not out tasting the local cuisine, you can enjoy various amenities in your room, including air conditioning, Wi-Fi internet, and a kitchen equipped with cookware, dishes, and utensils. Visit them online or call (808) 669-6228 today to book your stay.