Kirin). Return on Sundays and Mondays for their kama’aina half-off special, and try their new Torched Kona Kampachi, a Kona-caught Amberjack stuffed with shiso and tsukudani yusu aioli, and their Cajun Seared White Tuna Sashimi, dusted with Japanese shichimi spice and served with a red jalapeno sauce made from Kalbi rib seasoning. @anuheayagi
STELLA BLUES 1279 S. Kihei Rd., Kihei 874-3779 THE DEAL: 20 percent off 7:30-8:30am and 5-6pm, excluding liquor HOW TO WORK IT: Stella’s breakfast is epic; the banana mac nut pancakes have a cult following. Just as good are the French toast, omelets, breakfast burritos and eggs Benedict. With their kama’aina specials offered every day, you’ll have ample opportunity to take advantage. Not an early riser? No problem. Come in for the evening hour and get live local music, happy-hour pricing, great apps, salads and entrees. @jenrusso
THREE’S BAR AND GRILL 1945 S Kihei Rd., Kihei 879-3133 THE DEAL: Half price at the raw bar, excluding oysters, Tuesdays starting at 5:30pm HOW TO WORK IT: Three’s is the new hot spot in Kihei, and on Tuesdays you can get down with their raw bar. Eat on the lanai, in the dining room or in the lounge; wherever you go you’re in for a treat. Their sushi is incredible; the rainbow roll is a sight to behold, almost too pretty to eat. The raw fish selections are the bomb. Try the Ceviche de la Tahitian marinated in coconut milk and lime with jalapeno and cucumber. Want beer and poke? They have it, in two styles. The sashimi is served with a perfect fresh garnish of daikon and wasabi. And here’s a hint: the panko-encrusted ahi and avo roll will not be found in the raw menu, but it’s
half price too. Don’t miss it; the Thai curry butter and unagi glaze is as beautiful as it is is addicting. @jenrusso
MULLIGAN’S ON THE BLUE 100 Kaukahi St., Kihei 874-1131 THE DEAL: Half price pupus for the month of September HOW TO WORK IT: I know what you’re thinking, “Just pupus?� Get rid of the word “just.� The pupu menu at this signature Irish pub is off the hook, featuring sliders with bacon and BBQ, baby back ribs, wings, seared ahi, artichoke dip, veggie wraps and so much more. The quesadilla has fire-roasted peppers, jalepenos and grilled onions. And the Irish know beer pairings. Add great ocean views, outdoor dining and awesome live entertainment, and the deal gets even sweeter. @jenrusso
BISTRO CASANOVA 33 Lono Ave., Kahului 873-3690 THE DEAL: Buy one pasta/entree, get 50 percent off a second pasta/entree of equal or lesser value, every Monday, September 6-27, 5-9:30pm HOW TO WORK IT: On the corner of Lono and Kaahumanu, Bistro Casanova opened their doors 09/09/09 and have since offered incomparable business class chic in a quintessential Central locale. Their Monday deal makes their homemade pastas dishes (or entrees) even harder to pick amongst, but feel extra-fancy (yes, even in Kahului!) with the unique flavors of Ravioli al Tarfuto—spinach and ricotta-stuffed pasta pillows in a truffle oil sauce—and the Bigoli Neri al Salmone—squid ink-blackened linguine, tossed with smoked salmon and a white wine sauce, with green peas, leeks and tobiko. Apply your savings to savory starters from their tapas menu (new offerings weekly, service starting at 3pm), share a Kaupo salad topped with seared Maui-grown flank
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Reservations: 667-9394
1307 Front St., Lahaina s www.malaoceantavern.com September 2, 2010 17