Tasty Crust Restaurant

This place was recommended to me by a friend. I got the loco moco and a short stack of the banana mac nut pancakes. I wish I'd gotten a full stack because that pancake was very tasty.

Iconic restaurant that I hope never closes! We go there from time to time mostly to eat breakfast items - hotcakes, waffles, biscuits and also for items that are hard to find at other places - luncheon meat and beef liver. Workers are pleasant and quick.Very no frills kind of place, but kept clean.

Great diner and amazing service. My wife was undecided and our amazing hosts recommendation absolutely hit the spot. We will be back before we head home. Seems like a wonderful spot for locals as we saw plenty of hugs and smiles.

Sweet restaurant. There are tourists but imma gonna say it’s a locals place cuz there were won’t of them and the vibe was that way. It’s old but it’s clean. Food was yum. They have a parking lot which makes it even easier. What staff super friendly and fairly quick. Order st the table with waitress, get a tab, then pay st the register; like diner style. So if you want to leave a tip but pay by credit card, they ask you how much tip and add it to the bill they ring up, then clip the cash to the check. Interesting. Good prices for amount of food! Fried rice with an egg. Egg was good. Fried rice kinda bland. Overall together was good. Loco Moco. Good! Two scoop rice and one scoop Mac salad. Chicken katsu. Very good! Seemed like big portion. Boneless Korean rib. Not great. I was expecting more flavor like Kalbi. And it loses something without the bone. Mac nut pancake. Average. Liver with onions and bacon. I was told this was very good. I didn’t try cuz I’m not a fan of liver.

As local as they come and as good as they get, Tasty Crust Cafe is a no frills restaurant serving local Hawaaian eats and at a cheap(er) price than most. Parking is a bit tight as there’s not too much space around so beware of that. Once you enter, you immediately know you’re in a local spot. The place itself is a bit older but it has a charm that you won’t find amongst the over-tourism of Western Maui. We were seated for a party of 5 promptly and service was good. The food was pretty good, we expected a more homemade/traditional meal and that’s what we got. We got orders of the Loco Moco and chicken katsu, the menu is a bit small so prepare for that. The Loco Moco was the best we had on the trip. Savory and well balanced, the hamburger tasty, the rice delicious, the gravy savory. The mac salad was also good, just a hit all around. The chicken katsu was good but not great, lightly breaded and juicy but not too flavorful. Still a good meal regardless of anything and it is great to support a local spot and feel like you’re part of the island and not someone just visiting. If you’re in the Wailuku/Kahului area, definitely consider stopping by for a quick and delicious meal.

Not what tourists might think of being fancy, but very good food at very fair prices. Mostly visited by locals, staff was friendly and attentive, food was delicious and portions big. A place to go when you’re in the area!

We love this spot. Such great service, the gals up front are just the sweetest! Every time my hubby and I show back up, they're like " Hiiiii! You're back!" The atmosphere is warming and relaxed, like a good ol local spot. Not fancy, at all... and thats why we love it. The food tastes good and its out quick! I don't care where you are on the island, Tasty crust is worth the drive! 10/10 ☆☆☆☆☆ ❤️👌🏼🥰

Great diner to enjoy some delicious food in a friendly atmosphere. Came here to enjoy some lunch with local family and really loved the tasty milkshakes. I know a lot of people come here for the pancakes (which I’m sure are delicious) but we grabbed burgers to complement are shakes with lunch. The burger is pretty filling alongside the shake so we ended up just splitting an order of the fries which was the right decision- perfect amount to share for 2. The service was fast, attentive and friendly! Parking seemed to be a bit limited in the parking lot out front, not sure if there was additional parking anywhere else.

Came here for breakfast. The first meal on the island that was great. Husband had loco moco and I had the local omelet. Service was friendly and effeicient. The banana pancakes with macadamia nuts was surprisingly good - we ate the whole thing. Loved the old diner feel and the people. Felt like we fit right in. We could have stayed and hung out for another hour.

This place started serving in 1957 so some areas need to be maintained or lets say need to be updated. It's a local spot diner so whatever in the menu they can serve... they have small and big plate options which I think is smart. The liver was tasty but overcooked and pancake mac nut is a must. Don't expect too much when you go to local place but keep in mind they are still open so what they were doing works.

And for my last trick, i.e. my last review in Maui, I give you Tasty Crust. Take this review with a grain of salt. I almost never eat breakfast or brunch as a rule (same ol stuff) and we're not the biggest fans of diners overall. So maybe you should just skip to the next review if you want a more qualified opinion. Because mine is... It ain't too bad - nothing special. Same review I write for most diners. Keep it moving folks...

We came later in the day after along road trip to Hana! Got back about 3:30/4pm and had to stop for an early dinner! Breakfast served all day and that's what I like! Had the local omelette with hash browns and a mini banana Mac nut pancake! So ono!!!

Little bit of a wait on a Sunday morning for a party of 6 but worth it! Banana Mac Nut pancakes are delish!

Many moons ago we stumbled across this hidden gem, hole-in-wall in Wailuku and our lives were changed forever! So thankful that this mom & pop survived the pandemic. The service is always warm and welcoming, and the food never disappoints. You can't go wrong with their loco moco (gravy is balanced and not too salty), tasty moist patty and perfectly portioned rice to gravy ratio. Another must have are their banana mac-nut pancakes - slathered with butter and topped with coconut syrup is the way to go! Whether you're local or just visiting, make it a point to bless yourself with a meal at Tasty Crust!

If you're looking for a local, no frills breakfast joint, this is your spot. Located in Wailuku in an industrial area, it's been around since 1942 and the decor hasn't changed much. They no longer pack people into long family style tables like pre-Covid, but you put your name on a list and wait outside. This can take a while - we waited 15 minutes - but when we told them we were in a rush trying to get to the airport, service went quickly. My husband got the loco moco (for the first time ever) and really enjoyed it. Hamburger patty was almost a meatloaf consistency with a heart gravy with sunny side up egg on top. He also got the small stack mac nut pancake, which they are known for, but it came out slightly burnt. The waitress immediately replaced it at no charge and the new one was light and delicious, served with a vanilla sauce. Much better! I had the "local" omelette, which came filled with spam and Portuguese sausage. It was hearty and delicious. No sides so order hash browns if you need more. The pricing was fairly inexpensive. They did seem more focused on locals instead of tourists, so keep that in mind, but our waitress was very sweet.

Good old Hawaiian Style breakfast along with traditional American breakfast. Love this place. Reminds me of breakfast my mom would make. Staff is fantastic. Always makes me feel welcome.

Good service. Big portions. And very affordable I would definitely go back when I visit Maui again.

It was mothers day. We luckily came upon this spot after getting turned away from a few other places facing a 2hour wait... Glad we found this diner. The restaurant was busy with a small line of people waiting to be seated outside. Inside was packed with many local patrons enjoying sunday breakfast with family. We tried some fresh papaya, loco moco, banana mac nut pancake, wonton mien, hashbrowns. Everything hit the spot. Prices are very reasonable. Friendly staff. Would definitely come back when I have a chance. Mahalo.

Came here twice in 2023, so had to comeback this past weekend. Chill local restaurant with great service and great food. Gotta try the Saimin but everything else is delicious as well.. a must on our Maui visits. Wait staff are pleasant.

During my first trip to Maui, I lamented the lack of local food options compared to Oahu. My friend recommended Tasty Crust to us. We happened to have some stuff to do in Lahaina, so we stopped by here. My favorite guilty pleasure with Hawaiian food is definitely chicken katsu, so when I saw that on the menu there was zero question that I was ordering the chicken katsu. For $11.95, I literally had a bunch of food served up on a plate for me. Really really good katsu. Fried perfectly and the gravy was the perfect complement. Plus the corn bread was excellent! Service was great! It's a true local food spot, so everyone here is really friendly. You know you made the right choice when locals ask you where you've been for food, name drop Tasty Crust, and they're like "Ohhh you know Tasty Crusty?" Got my local food fix for sure!

Oh, Tasty Crust! This is the place where you go with your friends and family to grab breakfast/coffee, talk stories with everyone around you, and enjoy the company. This place is cozy and very welcoming. The aloha is always there. Tasty Crust serves breakfast goodies, plate lunches, and home breakfast staples in Hawai'i like dry mein or saimin. If you're at tasty crust, it is mandatory to get their hot cakes!! Sample the banana Mac nut pancakes and you'll be elated. If you're tired of the sweets, there are so many savory dishes to appease all. Visit Tasty Crust and get the true taste of a diner on Maui.

Food and service were excellent! Delicious coconut shrimp, fried rice, and green salad for under $20! Waitresses were fantastic. Going back for breakfast and dinner.

Old style diner with hundreds of choices. Prices good even for Maui. Food was good and big portions.

The best pancake I ever had. The coconut syrup is not on the menu. We saw the previous reviews and asked for it. Definitely get this. Service was super fast. Food was on the table in less than 5 mins.

Tasty Crust has been a part of the Maui community for many years - it's well renowned for having amazing pancakes that you can enjoy while having fun conversation with local friends and family. It's a place that I hope continues to have success in thr Maui food scene, and continues serving many people to this day - Miguel Morales Photography

Great, cheap food away from tourists! The sesame chicken katsu was especially good! Loved the option for smaller portions, which allowed us to try more things on the menu without breaking the bank!

Everyone told us to try this place out when we went to Maui for the weekend and it totally lived up to the hype! This place is so nice and homey. The food was super good! We got to try a couple of things they had on the menu. I got a side of Mac salad and the breakfast loco moco and the fried rice! Their loco moco were one of my favorite ones I've ever had. The fried rice was good too and it was a perfect sunny side up egg. (You get to pick how you want your eggs for the loco moco and fried rice) Their wonton mein was good too and they make their own broth in house! The noodles have a nice bounce and we're perfectly cooked. My friend got their sesame chicken and it had a good crunch and came with rice and Mac salad! If you like the strong taste of sesame oil, you'll enjoy the chicken as the sesame flavor is very strong. The pancakes were good and they were super fluffy and soft all around. The mac nut flavor was good but a little on the sweet side. There's also little pieces of mac nuts in the pancake too! One of the favorite things we got here were their fries! It was so crispy and it had the best crunch. The service here was great. This is definitely the place to go to if you want a tasty meal straight out of the airport :)!

As a first-timer to Maui, I was told that I needed to stop off at Tasty Crust Restaurant because that is what the locals do! It was around lunch time and the lunch crowd was about to die down, so it wasn't a crazy lunch crowd. In fact, the ambiance was pretty chill. I was super hungry and wanted to eat a Loco Moco AND fried rice, so I got the Loco Moco with Fried Rice. Let me tell you...it was everything I expected it to be. The patties were delicious, the gravy was on point, and the fried rice was so ONO! Next time I'm in Maui, I'll be stopping by to have me another Loco moco with fried rice!

Go here if you are hungry and in the area from the airport. Had the chow mein and fried rice which were ok. Tried the mahi and it was bland.

One of my favorite local spots to come to that hasn't been overrun with tourists. Everything u order is delicious and will cook anything no matter what time it is.

Sassy Servers and bad service. If you're looking to be berated, low quality food, and no refills then go to Tasty Crust. This restaurant isn't what it used to be at all. I miss the days when they treated locals with respect or at least the regulars. I've always tipped well here and now I'm never coming back. Thank you for ruining my morning Tasty Crust

Completed a take out order for the Traditional breakfast (over easy eggs with corned beef hash) along with a mini stack (single) banana pancake. Sorry no pics because it was all gobbled up right away. Tasty Crust is a go-to spot anytime we're in Wailuku! It has exactly that home-cooked meal feel when you don't want to cook.

Best tasting food, awesome menu and friendly service. The atmosphere feels like dining at home. Best item to eat are the sweet and sour spareribs.

Food is ono beyond compare. Service is none Can compare. Ambience you're basically in a volcano.

So only 4 stars this time around because they literally just got rid of my favorite honey dip chicken and even the fried chicken. Not sure why. Opted for the spicy drummettes that were more salty than anything. They were not spicy and they were smaller in size. Plus there were 2 less drummettes than the regular drummettes plate we ordered. Safe to say to stick to the local favorites or specials. Prices are still reasonable and doesn't seem like inflation hit here too hard. I was even a little disappointed in the fried rice I remember loving so much but they made up with their truly yummy pancakes. Fluffy on the inside and crispy edges on the outside. All the workers are friendly and hard working. Support local always :)

The supposedly "world famous" banana & macadamia but pancakes are bland and boring, and served with a fake banana sauce and a handful of nuts. We thought it was weird that the menu shows a picture of condiments instead of food .... and then we realized that was because they were showing the best things they had. Wish we had gone back to SixtyTwo MarcKet instead.

Great workers really good food , and for breakfast and lunch amazing , plus I love the hours

Days of my youth! We kids from Old Maui High went to Dairy Queen which had da bes mustard & Mayonnaise for fries but Tasty Crust has indoor seating & saimin! Not to mention all kinds of other food... It's still here even though we are so old we are almost Not! And they block off the parking ... NO clue why. Guess I'd better go ask! But for now, it's time for ice cream !!!

Came here for lunch after Iao state park and was pleasantly surprised! Waiting about 10 minutes to get seated. Food was so good! We got the regular and sesame katsu, banana pancakes and won ton mein. Pancakes were AMAZING! Katsu with Mac salad was also so good! Highly recommend!!

We loved the food, the service, the staff...we loved everything about Tasty Crust. We liked it so much we went 4 times in 5 days!!! The cornbread with guava jelly was hands down our favorite!! The ranch jojos were a big hit too!! Chop suey and spare ribs were yummy! The banana macadamia nut pancakes with vanilla sauce were to die for!!! All of the staff was so helpful and nice. This is definitely a locals place but they made us feel very welcome!!

This is the oldest restaurant on Maui or one of the oldest. Its been around because the food is the bomb. Classic diner fare. Great pancakes! Cornbread is unique and good, make sure ti get a side. We came here for breakfast on a reco from a food truck coffee vendor. All the locals eat here so its must be legit right? It is. We ate their spare ribs and banana macadamia nut pancakes for breakfast. Awesome food. The diner is old school, so don't expect fancy. Its a time machine back. Come to Maui, please stop by here to get great service and authentic Maui in your life.

Banana Mac Pancake are amazing!!! Great portions, a large variety of food choices & fast friendly service go a long way!!

Place was recommended by our fishing guide. Hit the mark! Delicious and great service. Place is rustic and clean with some good tunes. Had a delicious mahi with Mac (yum). Will be back

Short wait fir a table and service-with a smile! Love the short stack Banana pancakes- and small option for Loco Moco!

Love this place! The food is great and the service is even better! Can't beat the prices and the aloha!

The outside doesn't really catch the eye except the name BUT the inside is definitely where it's at! Local food and breakfast food served all day (a double plus in my book) and the food didn't disappoint! The one thing that wow'ed me the most is how much of a community there is in Maui and how the waitress pretty much knew everyone that dined in. Super friendly service and pretty tasty food :)

YUM!!! Great local breakfast for a great price. Very local atmosphere, which we loved. Service was kind and helpful. Banana macadamia pancakes were especially good.

Service has gone to crap. They can not handle any party over 4. They could not even split out party up as requested. Just kept sitting people after us. Party of 4 party of 3 party of 2 and so on. They really let me down today.

Local restaurant was very tasty. I got the Loco Moco. Needed some salt, but was very good. Their pancakes were amazing. Couldn't have asked for better service. The restaurant was old and outdated, however very clean inside.

We love a locals diner. Always seem to be delicious, this was no different. Even tho it was breakfast, we couldn't turn away trying the fried chicken & fried rice. Covid: sign in inside and wait outside. We arrived around 10am on Sunday. There was about 4 groups waiting outside so we decided to wait. All 4 had went in but there was about 3 more groups that were waiting in cars. But the wait was shockingly minimal: 15-20 min. All staff wearing masks. They provide sanitizer at sign in. We sat at the counter- they were using every other booth and spacing between customers at counter. Food: - Fried Chicken came with 2 large scoops of rice. We added 2 eggs on the side. 5 stars. DELICIOUS!!! My hubby actually couldn't finish it all. - Fried rice comes with one egg. Large portion. 4 stars. - Pancakes: saved the best for last! If you do not get these when you go, you are doing something wrong in your life, lol. Somehow they make the pancakes, light, fluffy & crunchy around the edges. The only way we could think of describing them is a pancake version of cornbread. You know when you cut into cornbread & it all crumbles. That's what these pancakes do & it's amazing!!! 5+ stars Will we return: Yes! We would definitely get the pancakes again but would share a few other entrees to try.

Do not go here. Horrible food. Service was fine but all of our food for 2 people came out at different times and after all was said and done I didn't get my sides that I ordered with my pancakes which were so dry. There is absolutely no truth to their saying "world famous pancakes". Do not waste your time here.

Tasty Crust has been around for longer than I've been alive - it was my grandparent's "go to" every Sunday after church (at St. Anthony's). It's definitely changed, appearance-wise, since my hana buttah days - it's alot more open inside, not as much booths as I remember and less tables, just overall more roomier than it used to be and way less dark. The food and service still seem the same, except the hotcake used to hang over the plate, doesn't even reach the edge now. My friend from NYC loves it here, says it's filling and tasty so we always head to the Tasty Crust after golf. It's a real dive, serving up diner-style food and plate lunch kine dishes. All of the servers/waitstaff are attentive and friendly.

Think banana bread in pancake form and you've got a banana hotcake at Tasty Crust. We also shared an order of saimin and the traditional breakfast (chose hash browns, Portuguese sausage). So good!! Servers were friendly and service was fast. Cash or debit

As local as it can get and has the Anthony Bourdain seal of approval. I really enjoyed my Banana Mac Pancake (one pancake is a short stack) as well as the great service and hometown vibe. So happy that this place is close by. There is abundant parking and lots of seating. If you're in a rush or want to enjoy your meal outdoors, a call in order is fast and pick up is a breeze!

Amazing stop right after landing in Maui! Folx are keeping it real with the food and ambiance!

Food was great, service was top tier! customer service was amazing. Got the turkey club with fries and a denver omelette for my coworker.... AMAZING 10/10 would recommend!

Old time diner with local food from childhood. You need to try their saimen, pancake, char siu spareribs, fried chicken, etc

Ordered the single portion of the fried rice and one egg (scrambled) with some corn beef hash, and coffee. My friend had the same. We shared a single serving of their famous pancakes. Nothing special but it tasted like home, which is what I wanted. Service was fast and friendly. The wait time for two was under ten minutes. Bathroom - nice and clean but no toilet seat cover - no big deal as I carry a small travel pack of them wherever I travel to. Biggest drawback for me had nothing to do with the food. It was the floor - it was sticky. Every step anyone would make you would hear it when their foot lifted up. LOL All in all, I will return one day when I come back.