Foodland is a known favorite to buy poke (raw, seasoned fish). They have an amazing variety of fresh poke, usually sold by the pound, including classics like Spicy Ahi, Shoyu Ahi, Limu Ahi (with seaweed), and others like Tako (octopus) poke.
Freshness: The quality and freshness of the fish are magnificent. the sauces are amazing and the spice gas a good kick to it but if you're a spice enthusiast, we wouldnt consider it spicey but if you find black pepper to be "spicey", then yes, you will find the spicey tuna to be a struggle.
This store is very well organized and clean. very easy to find products you need. from kitchenware to bath products, this store is excellent to stock up on home products. if youre shopping here before heading out to your next Maui adventure, this place is great.
Overall, a great Foodland location with plenty of parking spaces.
Daniel J
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December 30, 2025
The Food:
This is a must-try spot. The poke here is incredibly fresh and offered at a reasonable price, which can be hard to find on the islands. It is so consistent that I make sure to have poke here every time I visit Hawaii. It never disappoints.
The Convenience:
Since it is a market, the staff is friendly, and it’s convenient because you can purchase other groceries or items (drinks, snacks, souvenirs) while grabbing your meal.
Logistics:
Parking: There is a safe parking spot, which makes the stop stress-free.
The Wait: The only downside is the popularity—be prepared for a long lane for checking out, especially during peak hours.
Verdict:
Don't let the checkout line scare you off. The quality of the poke is 100% worth the wait.
Johnny Novo
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December 01, 2025
This Foodland is historic for me, as it marked my 100th grocery store rotisserie chicken of the year. It just worked out that we took a family vacation right when I was set to hit the century mark.
I could sit here and gush about this whole journey and how much it has meant to me, how it took me from 2k IG followers to 111k, and how it genuinely did change my life, but I've done that enough on other reviews. I'm going to let it rest.
A whole tissi ran $12.29 and it ended up landing at 8.8/10, which ranks it a respectable 16th out of 100 grocery store tissis I've tried.
I also got the poke from here, which was PHENOMENAL. The spicy garlic ahi went insane. I never thought I'd be using these adjectives to describe grocery store fish, but Hawaii is built different.
On my 3rd trip to Foodland in 10 days, I ended up trying every musubi they had as I’ve never seen another grocery store that sells musubis. It got me thinking about how much I love a regional grocery store, as they give you a granular look into the local culture.
I learned a lot. I learned that spam musubis are so popular in Hawaii because during WWII, fresh meat was scarce as Hawaiian shipping lines were disrupted and the US Military brought in large quantities of spam. Hawaiians began creatively incorporating it into local cuisine… interesting facts like these always send me down the craziest rabbit holes.
Anyways, shoutout to Foodland. They are running a great operation in here.
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Morris Yam
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February 10, 2026
Great selections for Hawaii products. We mainly come here for their poke because it is cheap and tasty.
Jim Powell
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February 15, 2026
Staying at 760 S Kihei Rd, this Foodland has been incredibly convenient! It’s in a great strip mall with plenty of parking, making quick stops a breeze. They have all the grocery staples, but the real standouts are the poke, the deli, and the prepared meals—all fresh and delicious. Their wine selection is also surprisingly good!
The staff here is super accommodating and the service is always prompt. Pro tip: Make sure to give them your phone number at checkout for the Maika'i rewards! The staff was kind enough to remind me on my first visit, and it makes a huge difference in the price of the poke and wine. Highly recommend!
Our Address
Kihei Town Center Shopping Center, 1881 S Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI 96753, USA
Foodland is a known favorite to buy poke (raw, seasoned fish). They have an amazing variety of fresh poke, usually sold by the pound, including classics like Spicy Ahi, Shoyu Ahi, Limu Ahi (with seaweed), and others like Tako (octopus) poke. Freshness: The quality and freshness of the fish are magnificent. the sauces are amazing and the spice gas a good kick to it but if you're a spice enthusiast, we wouldnt consider it spicey but if you find black pepper to be "spicey", then yes, you will find the spicey tuna to be a struggle. This store is very well organized and clean. very easy to find products you need. from kitchenware to bath products, this store is excellent to stock up on home products. if youre shopping here before heading out to your next Maui adventure, this place is great. Overall, a great Foodland location with plenty of parking spaces.
The Food: This is a must-try spot. The poke here is incredibly fresh and offered at a reasonable price, which can be hard to find on the islands. It is so consistent that I make sure to have poke here every time I visit Hawaii. It never disappoints. The Convenience: Since it is a market, the staff is friendly, and it’s convenient because you can purchase other groceries or items (drinks, snacks, souvenirs) while grabbing your meal. Logistics: Parking: There is a safe parking spot, which makes the stop stress-free. The Wait: The only downside is the popularity—be prepared for a long lane for checking out, especially during peak hours. Verdict: Don't let the checkout line scare you off. The quality of the poke is 100% worth the wait.
This Foodland is historic for me, as it marked my 100th grocery store rotisserie chicken of the year. It just worked out that we took a family vacation right when I was set to hit the century mark. I could sit here and gush about this whole journey and how much it has meant to me, how it took me from 2k IG followers to 111k, and how it genuinely did change my life, but I've done that enough on other reviews. I'm going to let it rest. A whole tissi ran $12.29 and it ended up landing at 8.8/10, which ranks it a respectable 16th out of 100 grocery store tissis I've tried. I also got the poke from here, which was PHENOMENAL. The spicy garlic ahi went insane. I never thought I'd be using these adjectives to describe grocery store fish, but Hawaii is built different. On my 3rd trip to Foodland in 10 days, I ended up trying every musubi they had as I’ve never seen another grocery store that sells musubis. It got me thinking about how much I love a regional grocery store, as they give you a granular look into the local culture. I learned a lot. I learned that spam musubis are so popular in Hawaii because during WWII, fresh meat was scarce as Hawaiian shipping lines were disrupted and the US Military brought in large quantities of spam. Hawaiians began creatively incorporating it into local cuisine… interesting facts like these always send me down the craziest rabbit holes. Anyways, shoutout to Foodland. They are running a great operation in here. IG @johnny.novo Tiktok @jnov__ Substack @johnnynovo
Great selections for Hawaii products. We mainly come here for their poke because it is cheap and tasty.
Staying at 760 S Kihei Rd, this Foodland has been incredibly convenient! It’s in a great strip mall with plenty of parking, making quick stops a breeze. They have all the grocery staples, but the real standouts are the poke, the deli, and the prepared meals—all fresh and delicious. Their wine selection is also surprisingly good! The staff here is super accommodating and the service is always prompt. Pro tip: Make sure to give them your phone number at checkout for the Maika'i rewards! The staff was kind enough to remind me on my first visit, and it makes a huge difference in the price of the poke and wine. Highly recommend!