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This three-mile stretch of Ka’anapali Resort’s white sands location on the west side of Maui is ideal for a sunset cocktail and tasty snacks. On the islands, the expression “pau hana” is often interchanged with the phrase “Happy Hour” and translates to “work is finished.” The essence of “pau hana” encourages visitors to put down their phone and relax in the company of others over drinks and pupus (appetizers). Here are some of the top spots to get your pau hana on in Ka’anapali.
But wait, there’s more. We’re here to help demystify some of the unusual words you might see on menus like furikake, laulau and lilikoi — and explain which meat is being served and why. And possibly most importantly of all, provide the fun facts on the origins of local dishes.
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Feature Image: Monkeypod Kitchen
Pina coladas, mai tais, and the other classics — Barefoot Bar has them all in spades. Be sure to try their Maui mule made with local vodka and mint for a regional twist on this refreshing favorite.
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Happy hour drinks are great, but you need some sushi to sop up that booze, look no further than Japengo. With plenty of hand-rolled options as well as half-sized portions, here you can try a wide variety of some of the best sushi on the island.
Reopened in spring of 2018, Leilani’s features not only a killer happy hour, but breathtaking sunsets too. A unique cocktail list and diverse menu make this a local and tourist favorite. The chef’s tasting menu is $21 from 4pm to 5:15pm daily and it’s a delicious steal.
Just cause it’s an island doesn’t mean you need a fruity cocktail, and Monkeypod Kitchen is a beer lovers heaven. So there are 36 beers on tap here, and they’re all handcrafted. Of course there are cocktails as well, all of which are made with fresh ingredients (read: less of a hangover.)
2580 Kekaa Dr Unit C1/C2, Lahaina
Seafood lovers will enjoy the many preparations of ocean fare, including a highly recommended seared ahi benedict. Serving brunch, happy hour, lunch and dinner, you can enjoy a casual ambiance either inside or on their outdoor patio.
