Specialty food stores play an important role on Maui, offering ingredients, prepared foods and groceries that reflect nutritional preferences, local agriculture and diverse cooking traditions. The Organic or Specialty Food Store category in The Maui News’ Best of Maui readers’ choice contest highlights places where shoppers find high-quality products and thoughtful sourcing. Locals voted for stores that combine selection with a sense of community.
Mana Foods has long been known for its extensive natural foods selection, offering groceries, produce, bulk items, baked goods and supplements. Its website outlines a wide variety of organic fruits and vegetables, along with a deli that features fresh, ready-to-eat options. The store emphasizes affordability and accessibility within the natural foods market, creating an environment where shoppers can explore specialty ingredients, staples and everyday essentials. Its focus on quality and consistency has helped make it a cornerstone in the community.
Down to Earth Organic & Natural – Kahului provides a fully vegetarian shopping experience with natural and organic groceries, wellness products and a prepared foods section. The website highlights its commitment to sustainable agriculture, plant-based eating and GMO-free sourcing. Shoppers can browse fresh produce, household goods and health supplements, along with hot bar and deli offerings that support a variety of dietary needs. The store blends mission-driven values with a practical, welcoming layout.
Whole Foods Market offers a broad assortment of organic groceries, specialty items and prepared foods within its Maui location. Its website details departments that include produce, bakery, seafood, meat, body care and a range of local products. The store emphasizes quality standards applied across all categories, along with customer-friendly services such as catering, online ordering and in-store dining options. The selection makes it a convenient stop for shoppers seeking both everyday items and unique finds.
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