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Haliimaile General Store, Makawao, HI

Haliimaile General Store

4.8 (6085)
$31 to $50
Hawaii Regional Cuisine
900 Haliimaile Road, Makawao, HI 96768

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 56 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
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 Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (808) 572-2666
  • Website
    http://hgsmaui.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive chef
    Rheyden Lagazo
  • 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.
  • Location
    900 Haliimaile Road, Makawao, HI 96768
  • Neighborhood
    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, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Chefs Tastings - June

    $30.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jun 20, 2025 only
    1:00 PM
    Let your inner food critic out with our Chef Tasting Event! This is your opportunity to experience culinary creativity at its peak and play a vital role in shaping our menu. Join us for a chance to connect with the chefs behind the dishes, including Head Chef Rheyden, and hear about the inspirations that fuel their creations. We need YOU to be the judge! Your insights on presentation, taste, and creativity will help decide which dishes make it to our special menu-and possibly earn a permanent place. Time: 1:00 PM ° Location: Hali’imaile General Store (hgsmaui.com) Spots fill up fast!
    Chefs Tastings - June Photo

Menu

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What 6,085 people are saying

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

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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Hawaii

    Hawaii Regional Cuisine

  • Maui

    Hawaii Regional Cuisine

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Haliimaile General Store offers "excellent food" in a charming, plantation-style setting with a warm atmosphere. Highlights include the "sashimi napoleon," "macadamia nut crusted mahi mahi," and "pineapple upside down cake." The service is consistently "friendly and attentive," making it a "must-try" dining experience in Maui.
6,085 Reviews

  1. Sharon

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the Napoleon sashimi! Fish was perfect! Onion soup delicious. Service excellence. Vibe was amazing. Love the ambiance. Bright and inviting!

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  2. Sharon VIP

    Hawaii1 review

    1.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We arrived promptly for our 12:30 pm reservation, finding the main dining room only half full. Surprisingly, despite this, the hostess directed our party of 4 early arrivals to a dark and empty back room. When I requested a table in the well-lit main dining area, the hostess, who I've encountered before, greeted us with a displeased expression, making us feel like an inconvenience rather than valued customers. This isn't the first time I've noticed such behavior from her, leading me to wonder if it's a pattern or just our perception. Whether it's due to our casual attire or being local Kama'aina, I cannot say, but this consistent seating arrangement policy seems to affect their business. It's no surprise that the main dining area remained empty throughout our entire lunch from 12:30 pm to around 1:40 pm. The disappointing experience extended to our meal. We ordered 2 green papaya salads, both of which were overwhelmingly salty—so much so that neither my mother nor I could eat more than a few bites. When the waiter came by and asked how everything was, I mentioned the issue. He gave a brief shrug and said it’s because fish sauce is used in the dressing, then walked off without another word. It left me wondering why he even asked in the first place—like someone who poses a question out of obligation but clearly isn’t interested in the answer. By the end of the meal, he noticed the untouched salads and, without offering any remedy or apology, simply walked away. No follow-up, no offer to replace the dish or adjust the check. Just indifference. For $36 worth of salad, I would have expected at least a gesture of acknowledgment. We ended up boxing them up to rinse off and feed to our chickens—frustrating, but at least someone will enjoy them. Regrettably, I invited guests based on proximity rather than quality, a decision I now regret. In the future, I'll gladly drive the extra distance to restaurants like Koast, Lineage Maui, or Ferraro's in Wailea.

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  3. bill

    Vancouver / British Columbia6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience, the Lilikoi marg was the best yet, no one the menu however it has always been a tradition.
    Haliimaile General StoreResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear it's always a great experience for you—and that the Lilikoi margarita continues to be a favorite, even off the menu. We're honored to be part of your tradition and look forward to serving you again soon. Cheers to many more memorable visits! 🍹🌺 Mahalo!

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  4. Jillian VIP

    Los Angeles20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Love this place. Not far from Paia. Delicious food. Mellow vibe. Great server. Come here every time we are in Maui.
    Haliimaile General StoreResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you so much for your loyalty and kind words! We're thrilled to be your go-to spot near Paia with delicious food and a mellow vibe. We’ll be here ready to welcome you back every time you visit Maui! Mahalo!

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  5. Judy VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area43 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant has always been a great place to eat, and this visit did not disappoint.
    Haliimaile General StoreResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you for your continued support! We're so happy to hear that we lived up to your expectations once again. It means a lot to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another great meal! Mahalo!

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  6. Patricia

    Hawaii17 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The sashimi napoleon was amazing. Beautiful presentation and good value. My friends enjoyed the chopped asian salad. One woman found the green papaya salad too spicy but the server offered to replace it with a less spicy version at no extra charge, which was very nice. My only issue is the restaurant is very noisy. I know the "bistro" atmosphere is often sought by restaurants to make them lively, but for older people it is hard to hear. I think the back room is quieter so perhaps provide info when people are making reservations for the "energetic" room vs. the quieter room. Our server was very good.
    Haliimaile General StoreResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for the thoughtful feedback! We're so glad you enjoyed the sashimi Napoleon and that your group had a positive experience with the salads and our accommodating service team. We truly appreciate your note about the noise level—it’s helpful and something we’re actively looking to improve. Your suggestion about offering seating preferences for quieter vs. more energetic areas during reservations is a great idea, and we’ll certainly take it into consideration. We hope to welcome you back soon for another great meal—hopefully in a spot with just the right ambiance for you! Mahalo!

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  7. Adrian Hirsch

    New Orleans / Louisiana14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The General Store was an excellent dining experience. The staff was very efficient and friendly. The food was delicious. I highly recommend the General Store.
    Haliimaile General StoreResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had an excellent dining experience at the General Store. Your recommendation means a lot, and we hope to welcome you back again soon! Mahalo!

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  8. Christine VIP

    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley176 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A meal at Hailemaile is a Maui classic. Bev Gannon created a genuine regional dining experience with this restaurant.
    Haliimaile General StoreResponded 6 days ago
    Mahalo for your kind words! We’re honored to be considered a Maui classic and truly appreciate you recognizing the history and heart behind Haliʻimaile. We look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable meals and aloha-filled experiences! Mahalo!

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  9. Kathi VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I like Haliimaile General Store a lot & normally would give 5 stars. But I had a shock this time w/ my lunch bill. Note to self:always ask for the Market Price of add-ins. My fresh but simple salad ($17) mushroomed to $43 when I added a single piece of grilled mahi mahi. Just saying…ask!

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  10. Darren

    Hawaii2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The dinner there was ok. Haven't been there in awhile. The value for the portion given could be much better. For instance, the ahi over soba noodles had only 4 slices of ahi. The sauce in the soba noodles was very heavy on flavoring. Too much soy (shoyu) sauce. The mahi over sweet mashed potatoes with a pineapple salsa was sweet with sweet and over powered the fish.
    Haliimaile General StoreResponded on June 5, 2025
    Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're sorry to hear that your recent experience didn’t meet expectations, especially regarding portion size and flavor balance. We truly value your input and will pass your comments along to our culinary team for review. We’re always striving to improve and hope you'll consider giving us another try in the future. Your insights help us do better. A manager will also be reaching out to you shortly. Mahalo.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 56 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
  • Neighborhood
    Makawao
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–8:00 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
    Rheyden Lagazo
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://hgsmaui.com/
  • 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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