Ray's
About
A Wailuku Lunch Tradition
Stepping into Ray's in the heart of Wailuku feels like walking into a piece of local history. This is the place to go if you want a no-frills, authentic plate lunch that captures the essence of Central Maui comfort food. You won't find white tablecloths here; instead, you get plastic trays, the hum of overhead fans, and the steady stream of locals coming in for their mid-day fuel.
The Menu Staples
The kitchen leans heavily into the classics that have defined Maui home cooking for generations. Their focus is on high-volume, high-flavor staples: generous portions of teriyaki chicken, crispy fried fish, and local-style beef stew that simmers until the meat falls apart at the touch of a plastic fork. Everything is served over a foundation of scoop-able, steaming white rice and a side of creamy macaroni salad that hits the perfect balance of savory and sweet.
Know Before You Go
The space is functional and efficient, designed for quick turnover. It can get quite loud during the lunch rush as contractors and office workers fill the small dining area, creating an energetic, fast-paced acoustic environment. Parking along the busy thoroughfares of Wailuku can be a bit of a hunt, so plan to circle the block once or twice. It is the perfect stop for anyone looking to bypass the tourist crowds and eat exactly where the residents of Maui go for their daily grind. Whether you are grabbing a quick bite before heading up to the Iao Valley or looking for a filling lunch after morning errands, Ray's offers a reliable, unpretentious slice of island life.
Amenities & Features
Location
270 Waiehu Beach Rd Ste 103, Wailuku, Hawaii, 96793-1472
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Recently
Been in a few times eons ago. Nothing special - it's just another bar. ATMOSPHERE: Sports bar located in a shady-looking but safe strip mall in Wailuku. Dark tinted windows and zero decor. FOOD: Roast Pork It looked horrible because it was done in a white mushroom cream sauce but tastee pretty good. Pork was soft, tasty and came topped with steamed broccoli (odd but at least you get your serving of veggies)! They obviously use canned cream of mushroom but it worked. SERVICE: Fast & friendly.
Laura CarreraGoogle Maps
Recently
My husband and I had flight delays and due to the inconvenience, we arrived past 9pm to Maui. After picking up our rental and looking for the nearest opened dinner restaurant, Google recommended Rey’s Deli. My husband and I were not disappointed. The son of the owner attended us right away. We ordered a shrimp stir fry dinner and the chicken katsu. His mom was such a sweet lady and asked how hot we wanted the shrimp stir fry. We like extra spicy food and she made sure we were satisfied with the spicy level. The chicken was crispy and addictive as well. We will definitely return as these owners made us feel like home and were very generous and patient with us.
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Recently
Came here late while out with a friend who lives in the area. The lot is a nice size so parking was easy. When we entered, there was karaoke and everyone had really nice voices. It was a good vibe. We sat at the bar. My friend is a regular so he knew the bartender. She was super sweet. I was starving and seeing other people eat so I ordered some Chicken Katsu. My friend said it was the most tender chicken katsu that he had ever had on the island. I was very pleased and would definitely go back.
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