The Liquor Shack
About
A Slice of Upcountry Life
Perched on the rolling slopes of Haleakala, The Liquor Shack stands as a quintessential stop for those navigating the rustic streets of Makawao. This isn’t a polished tourist destination; it is a straightforward, no-frills establishment that serves as a vital resource for Upcountry residents and travelers gearing up for a day at the summit.
What to Expect
Walking through the doors, you are greeted by the hum of industrial refrigeration and a curated selection of spirits and local craft brews. The air smells faintly of chilled glass and the crisp, high-altitude mountain breeze that sweeps through this paniolo town. The store caters heavily to the DIY adventurer, stocking everything from chilled beverages to road-trip essentials that you might have forgotten before tackling the winding road to the volcano.
The Local Edge
The personality of the shop is as authentic as the town itself. Expect a quick transaction rather than a sit-down service, and be prepared for the tight parking situation common to this historic district—a small price to pay for the convenience of grabbing your supplies in the heart of Maui’s cowboy country. Whether you are stocking up for a picnic in the forest reserves or simply seeking a cold drink after a morning exploring the local boutiques and art galleries, this shop remains a reliable landmark. It captures the unpretentious rhythm of life in this iconic upcountry community, making it a functional, necessary pitstop before you head deeper into the island’s interior.
Amenities & Features
Location
1143 Makawao Ave, Makawao, Hawaii, 96768-9447
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Reviews
Showing 10 of 4 community reviewsTyler SakuraGoogle Maps
Recently
Best burger and chicken kastu I ever had. Call in your order for easy pick up.
Ipo DeCambraGoogle Maps
Recently
Used to Love the grindz from here! *Best burgers on Maui, or used to be. Just dropped puka 100$ on one order. Burgers & plate lunches...da 2 burgers was close to raw. The plate lunches never have da side items, was just empty. $16 raw burgers & $20 plate lunches with no sides...awue you guys! Ordered online, still had to wait almost 1 hours for the food. I understand when get busy, mistakes happen...but c'mon! Kitchen was closed for long time, now that open again & prices have doubled...the quality isn't reflected in da prices & service. Hope you guys can do better in the future.
Jeremy RyanGoogle Maps
Recently
It's a great kitchen, everything is cooked to order. I had the bbq chicken and the katsu curry which was very well made and tasted amazing. Portions were perfect and reasonably priced. Will keep coming here weekly
Jay BeeGoogle Maps
Recently
Classic neighborhood burger joint with surprisingly good variety on the menu. Never tried anything other than the burgers but maybe one day!
TWKGoogle Maps
Recently
This burger is a spiritual experience. I am addicted to the bacon cheddar cheeseburger. Add the hot peppers (they aren’t too hot, more like a delicious slightly spicy pickle). The owner is really sweet and the food is both delicious and great price with a pretty wide menu. But trust me and please try the burger it’s honestly ridiculous it’s so good. A good selection of alcohol also.
Hannah JGoogle Maps
Recently
Absurdly good food— got the kalbi plate & bbq chicken. Kalbi was perfect 👌 …
chad svastisaleeGoogle Maps
Recently
Liquor Shack & Grind's Kitchen was closed so no food, which made us stop in for local fare. Menu looked delicious... The shack has a Limited but good selection of liquors, beer and wine. If brand, quality or cost isn't a factor you'll likely find a fill in for a quick beverage.
Cloudy MauiGoogle Maps
Recently
Love this place. Call in & place your order. In Makawao, so wait is never more than 20 mins ...usually. Huge menu! Chicken Katsu, Spicy Beef, OxTail Soup, Cheeseburgers. Friendly staff. Den, on da way out, u grab yo beya'z!!!
Mikiala PoepoeGoogle Maps
Recently
Staff are friendly and the food is 'ono! If you're looking for local grinds upcountry, stop by Liquor Shack & Grinds. Straight to the point good, simple food... For those of us that just want a simple hamburger and saimin without the frills that seem to accompany a lot of these new local eateries (i.e. hand cut noodles, 50yr old cured whatever, beef hand fed and cuddled blah blah blah, you get the gist) that's great to know of course, but when you just want a local plate lunch, a hamburger, etc... Stop by here. Lol
Ciara KawanoGoogle Maps
Recently
Great value and food. The variety of sides is amazing. I think the one con is just that sometimes the kitchen isn't always open based on what is posted, but I'm sure that has to do with staffing.
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