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DINING: AMERICAN & LOCAL CUISINE
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Spotlight Hawaii Culinary Codes:
The $ signs are for the averge cost of one dinner entrée only.
$ = $10 and below; $$
= $20 and under; $$$ = $20 and over
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BUBBA GUMP SHRIMP CO. - Maui
 Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. captures the charm and American spirit that made “Forrest Gump” a smash hit with its down-home décor reminiscent of the movie’s setting in Alabama. The restaurant showcases memorabilia and photos, reproductions of script pages, storyboards and even some costumes from the movie. Scrawled “Gumpisms” grace the tabletops inside and guests can try on plaster casts of Forrest’s running shoes at the famed bus bench out front. Located in Lahaina, the restaurant sits on the shoreline with a captivating views of Moloka‘i and Lana‘i, parasails up above and fish cruising to the rhythm of the ocean below. In season, humpback whales can also be seen! With a lively atmosphere, ocean-view dining, and an incredibly outgoing and friendly staff, Bubba Gump’s offers a setting that makes any island visit true paradise. 889 Front St. in Lahaina. (808) 661-3111. Visit them online at www.BubbaGump.com.
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HARD
ROCK CAFE - Maui
 “LOVE
ALL SERVE ALL...” The Hard Rock Cafe in Lahaina
aims to please with an extensive menu, full service
bar and classic Hard Rock souvenirs. Try one of their
hearty burger platters or the ever-popular “pig
sandwich” served with Hard Rock’s famous BBQ sauce
and a full plate of fries with “slaw” or BBQ
beans. Souvenir merchandise is available from 10:00
a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and lunch and dinner are served from
11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Look for the Hard Rock Cafe
in the Lahaina Center on Front Street. Private
parties are welcome. Please call for group reservations.
(808) 667-7400. Or visit them online at: www.HardRockCafe.com.
$$
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MAALAEA
WATERFRONT RESTAURANT
 This
family-owned-and-operated restaurant has exquisitely
prepared fresh food with professional and friendly service
in a delightful setting on the water’s edge. Some of
the specialties include steamed Alaskan king crab legs,
scallops au gratinee, tournedos of beef au poivre, and
a selection of six to eight fresh fish with nine preparation
methods. You’ll also find an extensive wine list with
over 135 wines available-27 by the glass. The Ma‘alaea
Waterfront Restaurant is on the bay at Ma‘alaea Harbor and serves dinner from 5:00 p.m. Reservations are suggested,
call (808) 244-9028, or visit them online at: www.WaterfrontRestaurant.net. $$$
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OUTBACK
STEAKHOUSE - Maui
 For
high-quality food and service, generous portions at
moderate prices and a casual atmosphere suggestive of
the Australian outback, visit the Outback Steakhouse
in the Kahana Gateway Center in Kahana and the
Pi‘ilani Shopping Center in Kihei. The Outback
tucker (Aussie for food) starts with Aussie-tizers like
their famous Bloomin’ Onion® or Grilled Shrimp On
The Barbie. Among the popular entrees are the Ribs or
Chicken On The Barbie (or the Drover's Platter®
with both), Jackeroo chops, Botany Bay Fish O’ The Day,
and Toowoomba Pasta. Or, select the Rockhampton Rib-Eye
or Prime Minister’s Prime Rib from among the steak and
lamb selections under the Land Rovers column. Outback
Steak house is open for dinner and Take Away nightly.
Call (808) 665-1822. Or visit them online at:
www.OutbackSteakhouse.com.
$$
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PACIFIC
WHALE FOUNDATION'S OCEAN CAFE
 Pacific
Whale Foundation’s Ocean Cafe serves up Hawai‘i’s finest
100 percent Kona and Maui coffees and an array of Hawaiian
teas, chais, juices, sandwiches, wraps, salads, baked
goodies, and more. Enjoy coffee that is organically
grown on small, sustainable farms. All profits, after
taxes, are donated to environmental education and conservation
projects in Hawai‘i. The Ocean Cafe is in the Harbor
Shops at Ma‘alaea, near the Maui Ocean Center. Call (808) 249-8811. Or visit them online at: www.PacificWhale.org. $
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PIZZA HUT - Maui
No room service, got the munchies? Visit or call Pizza Hut at (808) 643-1111 and order hot, fresh pizzas, fresh salads, creamy Alfredo pastas, Buffalo wings and breadsticks for delivery or to carryout. Hours: Honokowai is open daily from 11 a.m.–10:30 p.m.; Kahului, Sun.–Thu. 10:30 a.m.–10:00 p.m., Fri.–Sat. 10:30 a.m.–11:00 p.m.; Kihei, Sun.–Thu. 11:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m., Fri.–Sat. 11:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m.; Lahaina, Mon.–Thu. 11:00 a.m.–10:30 p.m., Fri.–Sun. 10:30 a.m.–10:30 p.m.; Pukalani and Waiehu, Sun.–Thu. 10:30 a.m.–10:00 p.m., Fri.–Sat. 10:30 a.m.–10:30 p.m.
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