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"Founded in 1993 by celebrity chef Mark Ellman, this fast-casual Hawaiian-inspired taqueria is slated to open in the southeast in January inside the Sprouts Retail Center. The menu emphasizes island flavors—Hawaiian BBQ pork burritos, fresh fish tacos, chicken enchiladas, mango salads, pineapple salsa and coconut flan are all highlighted—alongside signature “Surf Burritos” that can be served “wet” with enchilada sauce and a salsa bar offering heat levels from mild to the fiery “Maui Firedancer.” The Nevada franchise plans also include a Reno branch later in the year and an overall goal of operating multiple Las Vegas outposts; diners will additionally be able to order beers from Maui Brewing Co." - Bradley Martin