We were visiting Maui with over 20 family members. We came here for our daughter’s birthday. We were not expecting great Italian food in the middle of the ocean…. We were wrong!! Great food, great drinks, great service!!
We got multiple salads (all amazing), the bruschetta and mozzarella marinara were ordered x4 for our table!! For entrees they modified several for us, the eggplant Parmesan was the best my wife has had, and multiple other dishes were the best we have had. Our party was 23 people and they took care of us like a 5-star and only a party of 2!!
Maui World Travelers
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August 03, 2025
Marco's has been around since 1993. They were a welcome addition to Kahului's lack of cuisine and added a restaurant that was a "nicer" place to dine at. Their swanky second location in Kihei closed years ago.
ATMOSPHERE:
They're part of the Dairy Center, and located at one of the island's busiest intersections (Dairy & Hana.) The theme inside is black and white, with a small bar, booth and table seating. Big windows lets in lots of natural light, with views of cars whizzing by. Unfortunately, tacky neon signs adorn almost every window top. Clientele can be touristy since its on the way to OGG.
MENU:
Breakfast, salads, Italian & American apps, pastas, sandwiches, pizza, dessert.
FOOD:
Caesar Salad
This used to be my fave version on the rock but I've since found better ones. They tend to use super dark green romaine rather than baby so it has a very rough and thick texture. The dressing is a bit too tangy for me.
Tomato & Cheese Salad
It's a mix of romaine, tomatoes, olives, onions, and cubes of mozzarella cheese tossed in a basil dressing that's refreshingly light.
Vodka Rigatoni
No one does a better vodka sauce than these guys! Truly. The sauce is more on the orange side of the color spectrum, and is full of creamy and savory flavors from the prosciutto, cheese and garlic. I don't care for tube pastas so I always order it with linguine, which they're more than happy to do. The full portion is big enough for 2 to share, and they offer a half portion size as well. A few years ago this dish had a severe overkill of garlic, but they have since corrected it. Highly recommended!
Mushroom Chicken
My second fave dish on the menu. Tender chunks of chicken and sauteed mushrooms are done in a garlic cream sauce over fettuccine. It's not a heavy dish but the portion is very generous.
Clam Linguine
I always hesitate to order this dish at any restaurant in fear of receiving a flavorless dish. And here, it was another added disappointment, contrary to the server up-selling it. There was just not enough butter, garlic, and salt in the dish, so I did the ultimate sin and loaded my plate with grated parmesan cheese. Avoid.
Pasta Penne
My spouse loves this dish, but it's so boring to me. It's simply penne with a spicy tomato sauce & ricotta cheese. Boring! Spice level is about a 3 on a 5 scale.
Ham & Mushroom Omelet
The egg was cooked perfect, with a tasty blend of fresh mushrooms, deli-style ham, and mozzarella cheese. It comes with their delish oven-roasted potatoes and toast.
DESSERT:
Tiramisu
Moist and flavorful, mainstream but still good.
SERVICE:
Friendly for the most part, but never experienced "wow" service. Reservations are not really needed as turnover is pretty quick.
OVERALL:
Pricey, generous portions. The best vodka sauce I've tasted so far!
Amirali
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May 04, 2025
The staff were nice and the food was decent but it lacked a bit flavor and seasoning.
We got the garlic bread with cheese and chicken mushroom.
It was close to the conference and that makes it convinced to grab something before or after your flight.
Shubham Tripathi
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January 01, 2025
On our way back from Maui, we stopped at Marco's Grill and Deli for a quick lunch before boarding our flight. Located conveniently just outside the airport, it was the perfect spot for a pre-flight meal.
As vegetarians, we were thrilled to see several clearly marked vegetarian options on the menu. What stood out, however, was the server's exceptional knowledge and attentiveness. They not only guided us through the vegetarian choices but also suggested other dishes that could be customized to suit our dietary preferences.
The food was absolutely delicious. My wife even remarked that it was the best Italian food she has had in the U.S. – high praise indeed!
Overall, the combination of great taste, accommodating service, and convenience made this a wonderful dining experience. Whether you're a local or just passing through, Marco's is definitely worth a visit.
Wes Clark
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August 27, 2025
Gr8 place & food! Even has take-out (if you're in a hurry)! I had the Italian Sausage sand w/pasta salad, it was XLNT!
We were visiting Maui with over 20 family members. We came here for our daughter’s birthday. We were not expecting great Italian food in the middle of the ocean…. We were wrong!! Great food, great drinks, great service!! We got multiple salads (all amazing), the bruschetta and mozzarella marinara were ordered x4 for our table!! For entrees they modified several for us, the eggplant Parmesan was the best my wife has had, and multiple other dishes were the best we have had. Our party was 23 people and they took care of us like a 5-star and only a party of 2!!
Marco's has been around since 1993. They were a welcome addition to Kahului's lack of cuisine and added a restaurant that was a "nicer" place to dine at. Their swanky second location in Kihei closed years ago. ATMOSPHERE: They're part of the Dairy Center, and located at one of the island's busiest intersections (Dairy & Hana.) The theme inside is black and white, with a small bar, booth and table seating. Big windows lets in lots of natural light, with views of cars whizzing by. Unfortunately, tacky neon signs adorn almost every window top. Clientele can be touristy since its on the way to OGG. MENU: Breakfast, salads, Italian & American apps, pastas, sandwiches, pizza, dessert. FOOD: Caesar Salad This used to be my fave version on the rock but I've since found better ones. They tend to use super dark green romaine rather than baby so it has a very rough and thick texture. The dressing is a bit too tangy for me. Tomato & Cheese Salad It's a mix of romaine, tomatoes, olives, onions, and cubes of mozzarella cheese tossed in a basil dressing that's refreshingly light. Vodka Rigatoni No one does a better vodka sauce than these guys! Truly. The sauce is more on the orange side of the color spectrum, and is full of creamy and savory flavors from the prosciutto, cheese and garlic. I don't care for tube pastas so I always order it with linguine, which they're more than happy to do. The full portion is big enough for 2 to share, and they offer a half portion size as well. A few years ago this dish had a severe overkill of garlic, but they have since corrected it. Highly recommended! Mushroom Chicken My second fave dish on the menu. Tender chunks of chicken and sauteed mushrooms are done in a garlic cream sauce over fettuccine. It's not a heavy dish but the portion is very generous. Clam Linguine I always hesitate to order this dish at any restaurant in fear of receiving a flavorless dish. And here, it was another added disappointment, contrary to the server up-selling it. There was just not enough butter, garlic, and salt in the dish, so I did the ultimate sin and loaded my plate with grated parmesan cheese. Avoid. Pasta Penne My spouse loves this dish, but it's so boring to me. It's simply penne with a spicy tomato sauce & ricotta cheese. Boring! Spice level is about a 3 on a 5 scale. Ham & Mushroom Omelet The egg was cooked perfect, with a tasty blend of fresh mushrooms, deli-style ham, and mozzarella cheese. It comes with their delish oven-roasted potatoes and toast. DESSERT: Tiramisu Moist and flavorful, mainstream but still good. SERVICE: Friendly for the most part, but never experienced "wow" service. Reservations are not really needed as turnover is pretty quick. OVERALL: Pricey, generous portions. The best vodka sauce I've tasted so far!
The staff were nice and the food was decent but it lacked a bit flavor and seasoning. We got the garlic bread with cheese and chicken mushroom. It was close to the conference and that makes it convinced to grab something before or after your flight.
On our way back from Maui, we stopped at Marco's Grill and Deli for a quick lunch before boarding our flight. Located conveniently just outside the airport, it was the perfect spot for a pre-flight meal. As vegetarians, we were thrilled to see several clearly marked vegetarian options on the menu. What stood out, however, was the server's exceptional knowledge and attentiveness. They not only guided us through the vegetarian choices but also suggested other dishes that could be customized to suit our dietary preferences. The food was absolutely delicious. My wife even remarked that it was the best Italian food she has had in the U.S. – high praise indeed! Overall, the combination of great taste, accommodating service, and convenience made this a wonderful dining experience. Whether you're a local or just passing through, Marco's is definitely worth a visit.
Gr8 place & food! Even has take-out (if you're in a hurry)! I had the Italian Sausage sand w/pasta salad, it was XLNT!