Classic counter-service joint serving saimin, chow fun, dry noodles, manju & plate lunches.
Hours
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–2 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–2 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–2 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–2 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–2 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1750 Wili Pa Loop A, Wailuku, HI 96793
Phone: (808) 244-7124
Website: http://samsatosinc.com/
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Reviews
Jason H
Sam Sato’s is one of those spots where you walk in as visitors and walk out feeling like part of the neighborhood. My friends and I stopped by and were instantly swept up in the warm, local vibe — friendly staff, quick service, and an ambiance that feels both classic and comforting.
We tried a little bit of everything and honestly enjoyed it all. The cheeseburger deluxe hits that perfect old-school diner nostalgia. The signature dry noodles are a must, and the super dry noodles with vegetables takes it to another level. Don’t skip the yakitori — simple, smoky, and delicious.
Beyond the food, what really makes Sam Sato’s special is its heritage. From a humble general store in the sugar-cane fields back in 1933 to a beloved Maui institution today, you can taste the generations of care in every dish. It’s the kind of spot where recipes and smiles feel like they’ve been passed down through the family just for you.
Whether you’re grabbing takeout or sitting in for a quick bite, Sam Sato’s serves up flavors that linger long after you’ve left. “ʻO ka ʻai i loaʻa ke ola” — food that gives life — has never felt more true.
A must-visit on Maui for anyone who loves great food, great people, and a real local classic.
… moreWe tried a little bit of everything and honestly enjoyed it all. The cheeseburger deluxe hits that perfect old-school diner nostalgia. The signature dry noodles are a must, and the super dry noodles with vegetables takes it to another level. Don’t skip the yakitori — simple, smoky, and delicious.
Beyond the food, what really makes Sam Sato’s special is its heritage. From a humble general store in the sugar-cane fields back in 1933 to a beloved Maui institution today, you can taste the generations of care in every dish. It’s the kind of spot where recipes and smiles feel like they’ve been passed down through the family just for you.
Whether you’re grabbing takeout or sitting in for a quick bite, Sam Sato’s serves up flavors that linger long after you’ve left. “ʻO ka ʻai i loaʻa ke ola” — food that gives life — has never felt more true.
A must-visit on Maui for anyone who loves great food, great people, and a real local classic.
Jerry Boon
Was recommended by some locals about this place, definitely didn’t disappoint. The dry noodles were fantastic. The wait can be a bit long depending on when you come so be prepared. Inside the restaurant is pretty chaotic, but in a good way. If you’re looking for a quiet place to eat I’d take it to go.
… moreAndrea Ran
As an Asian who appreciates delicate flavors and elegant cooking techniques, I find dry mein to be quite different from other types of Asian noodles. It lacks the subtle nuances and is instead bland and greasy, resembling oil-rinsed Udon noodles with only soy sauce for flavoring. If you enjoy other types of Asian noodles like yakisoba, udon, or chow mein, don’t get your hopes too high for this dry mein.
… moreGina Yu
I wish I could give this place more stars. We were visiting from out of town and Tiffany, our server, gave us the best possible service. We were treated like family. There were lots of locals there and the food was phenomenal with more than fair pricing. I wish we had this restaurant back home! Thank you Tiffany and team!
… moreGbaby Rays
Highly recommend! The dry noodles were amazing and the server was very nice. It’s not close to any tourist destinations, but if you have some down time it’s worth the trip.
… moreAustin “Mecha1Gigas” Whetstone
First time eating Hawaiian dry noodles. They were as fantastic as the service. Our server made sure we were well taken care of.
… moreThang Phu
Down to earth place with fantastic food. Their dry saimin noodles are out of this world. The yakitori chicken is also very delicious. The staff are very friendly and the service is super fast once you get seated. There is often a wait for seats but it is quite worth it. For a 4-5 days trip, we ended up dining here twice. Goes to show great this place is.
… moreLiyan
Delicious food in a local spot that reminds me of HK cha can ting. Everything was homey and comforting.
Especially loved the wonton noodles. The wontons tasted handmade with a thick, chewy wrapper, and a juicy, chewy meat filling. Would go back if I visit again!
… moreEspecially loved the wonton noodles. The wontons tasted handmade with a thick, chewy wrapper, and a juicy, chewy meat filling. Would go back if I visit again!
Ketty Nakamura
They are usually very busy so we ordered take out, but were pleasantly surprised to find out there was only a very short wait if we wanted to dine in. The parking lot is small, so it helps to have someone wait in the car and another person run out to pick up the food. Service was quick and friendly!
The Dry Noodles are highly recommended so we ordered some other items to try. The Teriyaki Plate Lunch came with a large scoop of rice, scoop of mac salad, and generous portion of teriyaki beef. Although it doesn’t look pretty, the beef was so tender and flavorful! Definitely an underrated dish here. The Lima (Butter Bean) and Azuki (Red Bean) Manju were also nice little treats to have after our meal. Soft and subtly sweet. The best local manju we’ve had!
… moreThe Dry Noodles are highly recommended so we ordered some other items to try. The Teriyaki Plate Lunch came with a large scoop of rice, scoop of mac salad, and generous portion of teriyaki beef. Although it doesn’t look pretty, the beef was so tender and flavorful! Definitely an underrated dish here. The Lima (Butter Bean) and Azuki (Red Bean) Manju were also nice little treats to have after our meal. Soft and subtly sweet. The best local manju we’ve had!
Ryan Satur
The service was great and the atmosphere was decent. However, the food was extremely disappointing. My family and I ordered 4 dishes and 3 sides: large dry noodles without meat (although no menu items are vegetarian, you can order by request), small dry noodles, won ton mein, small chow fun, yakitori chicken, and BBQ stick, and french fries. The BBQ stick and the yakitori chicken were decent but the main dishes were flavorless and bland. My won ton mein was difficult to eat because of the lack of flavor and the fact that the meat in the wontons kept falling out. The only good aspect of the dish was its broth but overall, it was a chore to eat because of its bland meat and noodles. The reason I rated the restaurant 2 stars was because the food’s rating carries the most weight in my decision for what I will rate the restaurant.
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