Sheik's Restaurant
About
Island Comfort in the Heart of Kahului
Tucked away near the bustling center of Kahului, Sheik's Restaurant serves as a reliable pit stop for those craving straightforward, no-frills meals. This spot captures the quintessential local spirit, where the focus remains entirely on hearty portions rather than white-tablecloth pretense. When you walk through the doors, you are met with the familiar clatter of diner-style service and the comforting aroma of grilled meats, making it an ideal choice for residents looking for a quick, filling lunch before heading back to work or catching a flight.
Menu Highlights and Local Flavors
The kitchen leans into classic comfort food, drawing in patrons who appreciate consistent flavors. The menu is designed for the hungry, featuring generous servings of breakfast staples and lunch favorites that mirror the diverse palate of Maui. The sizzling sounds coming from the grill are a staple here, punctuated by the rhythmic conversation of regulars who have been frequenting this spot for years.
A Practical Dining Choice
Expect a relaxed, laid-back environment where practicality reigns supreme. While the dining space is functional and modest, it offers a window into the daily life of Maui's commercial hub. Be aware that during the mid-day rush, the space can get quite busy, and parking in the surrounding Kahului area can be a game of patience. It’s not the place for a quiet, intimate affair, but if you want to experience the unvarnished reality of local dining, this is where you pull up a chair.
Amenities & Features
Location
97 S Wakea Ave, Kahului, Hawaii, 96732-1359
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Reviews
Showing 10 of 23 community reviewsGabriel MonizGoogle Maps
Recently
Yesterday we had Breakfast there, was known for being a great breakfast place in the past. Service was super slow, hardly any customers maybe had like 11 people sitting total.food took forever to come out 30 min to be exact. Super sloppy and small portions. Pancake seemed like it was drenched in oil. Pancake fell brittle well picking it up with my fork. Burger could fit in the palm of my hand? Mac Donalds mc double is even bigger?fried noodles was super oily? Also very little noodles.really rating is under a 1? Spent 40 dollars for slob!! Sadly will never re visit there again.
Shawn RacomaGoogle Maps
Recently
Best "local" spot on the island. They've been here over 60yrs. That tells you something. And when you come for breakfast, look for Edna, she's the best! She won't let your coffee cup go dry. And if Megan makes her special cookies you gotta get them. Her cookies are killuh!
Jean NetteGoogle Maps
Recently
Friday night = date night… and we went back to a childhood favorite 💛 Was already a little bummed they were out of the Hawaiian plate (the whole reason we went 😅), so I switched it up and ordered the roast pork… and yeah… not the move. Dry, overcooked, underseasoned — tasted like it had been hanging out since Wednesday. Saving grace? The mac salad was still ono, and you can never go wrong with two scoops rice 🙌 Boyfriend stayed winning though — crinkle fries + his signature mayo/mustard/ketchup combo = always a solid choice 🍟 And then… the cherry on top 🤦♀️ $1 for a “GO cup”… no lid, no straw. Just vibes. Slightly annoyed, slightly amused… and definitely still full 😂
dkGoogle Maps
Recently
So disappointed! Is your cook having a bad morning. This is called a dirty grill,cold rice over cooked meat.. yes we seen your help wanted sign.🥱😡if it's not right don't serve it...
Fernando PriegoGoogle Maps
Recently
We came here before lunch, it was a little empty, but seems to be a popular place. The noodles are extremely delicious and the service is on point. I highly recommend this place. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Honest with AnneGoogle Maps
Recently
This a great stop for breakfast only. Pancakes are huge, Banana Pancake is amazing! Homemade biscuits are good, not traditional buttery/flakey but good. Lunch is not great at all though. Lunch prices are appealing but the food not so much. Salad is little and just iceberg lettuce with two dressing options (individual Kraft package), sorry forgot to take a picture. Inside is older and has a nice charm but nice and clean (bathrooms could use a deep cleaning though). Staff super nice and friendly.
Maui World TravelersGoogle Maps
Recently
Mention the name Sheik's to any local resident, and you'll more than likely see their face turn into a look of shock, a bit of disgust, and maybe even followed up with a chuckle. ATMOSPHERE: The best way to describe this place to a "t" is simply to say it's like a truck stop diner but minus the big rigs and waitresses that call you "honey" and "sweetie." It's older but well maintained and clean from a visual standpoint. The word-of-mouth comments about the "smell" that this place has was truthful, but it wasn't as bad as I had expected. I guess the carpet that used to line the floors were finally removed, leaving a more sanitary floor of exposed & smooth concrete, and eliminated most of the infamous "smell." Seating is a mix of booths and regular seats. There is a fountain-style counter but it doesn't look like they use it any longer. It was pretty frigid inside with 2 big ductless a/c's working hard. All-around windows let in lots of light during the day and makes the place feel more airy at night. The liquor store to the side closed years ago. The man in there would sell cigarettes to underage kids, like myself, years ago. Thanks eh! I hope he didn't get into trouble lol. MENU: Breakfast, shakes & floats, local plate lunches, sandwiches, burgers, salads, noodles, ice cream. No alcohol. FOOD: French Fries They serve the thick, krinkle-cut variety, which came out hot & crispy. The local-style dipping sauce is always ketchup, mayo & mustard. Delish! Hamburger Steak The two good-sized homemade patties were pretty tender with a nice grilled char to the outside, and lathered in a medium-colored brown gravy. The two big scoops of rice probably came from the bottom of the pot because some grains were overcooked and crunchy. The macaroni salad was weak - needed more salt and mayo. Not bad, but definitely not the best I've had. Saimin My quest to find Maui's best saimin continues. On a positive note, the broth was searing hot, the noodles eggy and chewy, and the cubes of pork topping tender and fresh. The only downfall, and a big one to boot, the broth's flavor was very low in sodium. It wasn't tasteless but could've used a bit more salt. Still, I refused to add in shoyu or table salt as it was still palatable and better for my blood pressure. Banana Pancake This was listed on their menu specials board which I didn't notice it but my friend did. The single flapjack was huge! The batter was very moist and tasty with that creamy flavor that delicious pancakes are known for. Fresh bananas were mixed in which made my tastebuds dance even more. Up and up with Tasty Crust's version. Highly recommended! SERVICE: Our young female server and young buss boy were both smiley, professional, and checked on us often. TIP: Cash only. OVERALL: Nice local menu, surprisingly cleaner than I expected, good prices & portion sizes, good service.
Sarah UnderwoodGoogle Maps
Recently
We needed dinner before our flight on a Sunday and other places had a long wait or were closed (lots of restaurants are closed Sundays). Ended up here because they were open and not busy, and we were pleasantly surprised considering it's unassuming appearance from the outside. Really decent prices (I certainly didn't see anywhere else on the island you can get a BLT for $6.50!). Our fried rice with sausage for $15 was the most expensive thing I think, and was a huge portion and delicious! While it's a basic diner without a lot of flair, Sheik's was just what we needed! Fast and friendly service. My only issue was the cleanliness of the washrooms. The windowsill was black with dirt and things like that make you wonder about the cleanliness of other areas of the place.
Keohokaleleonalani LynnGoogle Maps
Recently
The food was very good! When we walked in it had an older atmosphere of a restaurant that has been open a long time and doesn't get many newer customers. It definitely had the feel of a hole-in-the-wall kind of place. The food was really good and I didn't get to take a picture but the food looked good when it came out. I would also recommend the Mac Salad from this place. It's the best I've ever tasted from a restaurant. Also when I ordered Hot Tea they brought out a mini pot for your tea. It was so delicious!
Louise BorgGoogle Maps
Recently
Good prices but the place is a hole in the wall, chairs are ripping, floors are peeling badly and Christmas lights hanging from ceiling in August 🤷♀️.. food was ok, service is friendly, pancakes are huge and tasty but one side of one was burnt. I had a veggie omelet and it comes with bean sprouts which is weird but too many of them and not enough egg. The bacon however was a perfect crispness for me! They don’t serve Heinz ketchup so that’s a negative for me and hot tea was weak.
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