Description:
Sam Sato's is a Maui institution, not only for its noodles (saimin, dry noodles, chow fun), but also for its flaky baked manju, a pastry filled with sweetened lima beans or adzuki beans. Sam opened his family eatery in 1933, and his daughter, Lynne Toma, makes the broth from scratch. The saimin and the dry noodles, with broth that comes in a separate bowl, are big sellers. Eat at the counter, with well-worn wooden stools and homemade salt and pepper shakers. Try the plate lunch with two barbecued meat sticks, two scoops of rice, and macaroni salad. The peach, apple, coconut, and pineapple turnovers fly out the door, as do takeout noodles. Tip: If you want them to hold the MSG, be sure to make your request early.
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User Reviews for Sam Sato's
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The wait is worth it!
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After landing in Kahului we drove straight here for lunch. We had a large party of 11 so I was worried that the wait would be long. We were pleasantly surprised that they offered...
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- posted on 10.23.12
- by HawaiiBorn69
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Worth the trip into Wailuku to find....
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This has become a regular stop for us. It is a little out of the way for most visitors, but many locals eat here. Not fancy, but clean and almost always busy. The waitresses are...
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- posted on 08.25.12
- by lwj
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Local Mom and Pop at its best
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One of kind, great tasting manju. Wonderful local menu. Friendly staff. Do you self a favor, eat there and become a regular.
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- posted on 08.20.12
- by SimpleisGood16
Awards:
Honolulu Advertiser
- says Best Restaurant 2008
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Contact:
- visit website
- tel: 808/244-7124
Address:
- 1750 Wili Pa Loop
- At the Millyard
- Wailuku, HI 96793
Hours:
- Mon-Sat 7am-2pm
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