Thai Food By Pranee (5050 Uakea Rd)
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A Taste of Thailand in the Heart of Hana
Finding authentic, made-to-order Southeast Asian cuisine at the end of the long road to Hana feels like discovering a hidden sanctuary. Pranee’s open-air kitchen captures the relaxed, humid spirit of Maui, filling the immediate air with the sharp, aromatic punch of lemongrass, ginger, and roasting chilis. This isn't a white-tablecloth establishment; it is a quintessential Hana experience where you grab a plate and find a spot under the shade to watch the clouds drift over the rainforest canopy.
The Pranee Difference
Chef Pranee is known for her uncompromising approach to fresh, local ingredients. The menu is intentionally tight, ensuring that the Pad Thai carries the perfect balance of tamarind tang, while the Green Curry remains rich with coconut cream and Thai basil plucked from nearby gardens. The portions are substantial, designed to refuel travelers who have just navigated the winding coastal curves of the Hana Highway.
Practical Tips for Your Visit
Be prepared for the pace of island life. Because everything is prepared fresh upon arrival, there is often a wait, but it is best spent enjoying the quiet hum of the surrounding Hana foliage. Keep in mind that parking is limited and requires a bit of patience—much like the journey to reach this corner of East Maui. It is the ideal stop for those who prefer their meals spicy, sincere, and served without pretense. Once you take that first bite of her signature curry, the winding drive back seems much shorter.
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Location
5050 Uakea Rd, Hana, Hawaii, 96713
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Showing 9 of 594 community reviewsChristian's ExplorationsGoogle Maps
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Great Thai spot tucked away in the jungle along the Road to Hāna. It ended up being one of our favorite food stops on the drive. Everything we ate was delicious, and I appreciated that they had good vegetarian options as well. After spending hours on the road, having flavorful food in a relaxed outdoor setting surrounded by greenery was perfect. The atmosphere felt casual and authentic, and it was a nice break from typical tourist stops. We’d absolutely stop again next time we drive the Road to Hāna.
Josh LopezGoogle Maps
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While traveling the Road to Hāna, we stopped at Thai Food by Pranee, and I’m so glad we did. The staff was friendly, the tables were clean, and I really liked that you could watch them cook your food right in front of you. I had the stir-fry chicken with cashews, along with fried rice (chicken and shrimp for protein), and it was seriously so amazing. Everything was cooked perfectly and full of flavor. I definitely overate because it tasted that good. I highly recommend this place if you’re making the drive to Hāna!
Jack DeWolffGoogle Maps
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What a delicious treat along our trip to Hāna. The staff were so sweet and the food was incredibly delicious. Talk about eating authentic food with a view. Highly recommend.
Devin GrayGoogle Maps
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This place was outstanding. The food was wonderful, the atmosphere was perfect, and the service was top notch. Special shout out to the chef that noticed our daughter wasn’t eating her food, so he brought her some fresh pineapple!
Troy HayesGoogle Maps
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We stumbled upon this amazing Thai spot! The food had so much flavor and had just the right amount of spice. It felt like a local place and had a very chill atmosphere. I highly recommend the papaya fried fish salad. Definitely a 10/10.
Google Maps UserGoogle Maps
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Best Thai food in the USA. Must get the crispy fish with green mango salad. Thai tea also good. We went back twice.
Danny KimGoogle Maps
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OMG! A local individual advised us to check out Pranee's Thai and promised us we'd for sure appreciate the quality of the food served and we couldn't have been more delighted to enjoy the Thai cuisine personally cooked up by Pranee herself! We ordered the pad thai with shrimp, the drunken noodles with fried pork belly, and panang curry with mahi mahi. Everything was delicious, fresh, bursting with unique flavor, and portion sizes were more than generous! Please go to Pranee's Thai if you're in Hana. They're located by the school underneath the massive mango tree. You can't miss it! ❤️🤩
LuanaGoogle Maps
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Authentic thaifood made by locals, delicious! would go again and definitly recommend. Huge portions.
Pankti SanghviGoogle Maps
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Excellent food!! Be prepared to wait. This place was a gem we found on our trip to Hāna. They have a small place with plenty of outdoor seating with views of the mountain. The food was hot and spicy - just like we asked for. We ordered the drunken noodles, pineapple fried rice and Thai Iced teas. Highly recommend.
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