Maybe because it was at the end of her day but our taco filling was skimpy for the price. The presentation was sloppy and greasy just like the guidebook we were using, the Maui Revealed. The side of the road makes this food stop (cars going by, narrow road) a tad unappealing. Perhaps she should open up her own bistro... more

The Makena Grill is a unique and wonderful find! It's a little road-side stand/grill, where the chef (who won a local newspaper "best chef in Maui" award recently, by the way!), runs a smoker and produces THE best fish tacos on the island! I also had her roasted banana desert...she puts local bananas in the smoker and serves them with... more

We visited Makena Grill twice last week. Yes it is in a terrific spot. Right off of Secret Cove Beach, in the heart of paradise. In such an amazing location, you'd think that chef/owner Marissa Robinson would be just a tad more friendly. Perhaps she was having a tough week, but a smile or two would have been nice. I... more

Her name is Marissa, and she is runs the best roadside grill in all the islands. Fresh fish, beef or chicken kabobs, home-made potato salad, and the most incredible fried bananas this side of the moon. Voted best lunch on Maui by the locals, I read about her mobile restaurant in "Maui Revealed." Everything is fresh, grilled over KIAWE wood... more