This Delicious Restaurant In Hawaii On A Rural Country Road Is A Hidden Culinary Gem

When you leave the tourist-packed Waikiki and head to the neighboring islands, you will find the true Hawaii: a rural paradise home to country roads and views that seem to stretch on for miles. And while there are countless quintessential rural spots throughout Hawaii, you're sure to fall in love with the most famous highway in the state and the restaurants you'll find along the way.

Maui’s Road to Hana is perhaps the most popular scenic drive on the island — and possibly all of Hawaii. This infamous 64.4-mile highway stretches from Kahului to Hana is popular not for the destination — Hana Town — but for the incredible journey it takes to get there. The highway passes over 59 bridges, features a whopping 620 turns, and many tourists turn around as soon as they make it to Hana. But you shouldn’t, and we only need three words to convince you to stop and stay awhile: Hana Ranch Restaurant. Well, actually, it’ll take more than three words to explain this incredible restaurant, but we guarantee that, by the time you’ve finished reading this article, you’ll be planning your next road trip to visit this hidden culinary gem.

One of two sit-down restaurants in Hana proper, the casual Hana Ranch Restaurant is nestled atop a rolling hill, and is a natural choice for those traveling through the city on day tours, but also those staying at the Travaasa Hana Hotel, just a five-minute walk away.

Here, you will find a comfortable ambiance with wooden furniture, large windows, and not one, but two covered patios with panoramic views of the nearby Hana Bay.

Serving up everything from fresh seafood and steaks to sandwiches, salads, and burgers, you’re sure to find an entree to satisfy your taste buds at this remote restaurant.

Utilizing locally-sourced ingredients whenever possible, the food is absolutely delicious. With superb service, reasonable prices, and an excellent drink menu, the Hana Ranch Restaurant certainly delivers.

With superb service, reasonable prices, basic (but mouthwatering) cuisine, and an excellent drink menu, the Hana Ranch Restaurant certainly delivers.

Don't forget about dessert!

If chocolate isn’t your thing, we’ve heard their signature macadamia nut pie is heavenly. Try a slice for us, wouldn’t you?

Oh, and remember that view we mentioned? Yeah, it's pretty incredible.

Hana might have limited options, but even if restaurants in this area were a dime a dozen, we’d still visit Hana Ranch Restaurant for a delicious meal. Due to its off-the-beaten-path status, however, you can expect elevated prices and long waits. Trust us, though, it’s worth it.

The Hana Ranch Restaurant is located at

5031 Hana Highway on Maui, and is open daily from 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

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