You made the early morning pilgrimage up to Haleakala for sunrise, hiked around the park a bit, marveled at the wonders…and now you’re ready for breakfast. 

Here’s where to eat near Haleakala National Park…

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Grandma’s Coffee House // Keokea

My favorite place to go post Haleakala sunrise (or before a day spent upcountry) is Grandma’s in Keokea. It’s popular with the locals, right around the corner from Oprah’s house, and has THE BEST FOOD. 

Their kalua pork eggs benedict is INCREDIBLE. Seriously, like one of my favorite meals anywhere. They use corn waffles instead of English muffins and it’s just…sigh. 

Also anything in the pastry/bakery case is 100% worth the calories. 

It gets a little chilly up here, especially in the morning so dress warm. Pair breakfast here with a trip to the Ali’i Lavender Farm, Maui Wine, or a drive/hike up Thompson Road across the street. 

T Komoda Store and Bakery // Makawao

A long time institution on Maui (this year marks their 110 year anniversary!), grabbing morning donuts and pastries here is a right of passage. Stop by after sunrise at Haleakala for your best chance of getting their famous stick donuts before they sell out. 

A quintessential Maui experience in the cutest little town in Hawaii. 

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Espresso Mafia // Makawao

 

My favorite place to get coffee in Makawao. It has a cozy, eclectic vibe and a nice patio out back. The honey cream latte is my favorite but the lavender vanilla latte is a close second. 

 

Ulupalakua Ranch Store 

Ulupalakua Ranch Store is exactly what it sounds like…a working ranch store on a sprawling cattle ranch in upcountry Maui, sitting at about 2,000 feet elevation.

 The vibe is equal parts old Hawaii charm and cowboy country. 

This place is best known for its burgers…specifically its elk and beef burgers.

But it’s also a destination. The store is a great place for unique souvenirs (more cowboy than surfer) and made on Maui goods. 

This is a casual, order-at-the-counter, eat-outside-at-a-picnic-table kind of situation. Just good food, fresh air, and scenery that makes a simple burger feel like an event. 

La Provence // Kula

You wouldn’t expect to find an authentic French bistro and bakery on Maui, but people from all over the world are attracted to Maui and they bring their culture and food with them. Open for breakfast and lunch, the menu is a bit limited (mostly crepes, quiche, and eggs benedict) but there is a lovely assortment of pastries at the bakery inside (the éclairs are out of this world and not to be missed!)

Kula Bistro // Kula

The Kula Bistro serves up truly awesome breakfast, lunch, and dinner, but its real draw is its stellar dessert case. Even if you’re not dining there, you can stop in and grab something to go – cakes, pies, tarts, cookies, brownies, and pastries.

Want the full plan, not just this post?

If you’ve read this far, you’re probably actually planning a trip to Maui…not just daydreaming. So here’s the thing: what you just read is a small piece of what I know about this island.

I’ve been visiting Maui for years, and I put everything…the itineraries, the hotel breakdowns, the restaurants actually worth your time, the spots most visitors never find…into one guide. It’s 75+ pages, built around real day-by-day plans (not just a list of “things to do”), plus an interactive map so you’re not toggling between five browser tabs trying to piece your trip together.

It’s the guide I wish I’d had on my first few trips here.

See what’s inside the Maui Guide → HERE