Fred’s Mexican Cafe
2511 S Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI, 96753
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Address :
2511 S Kihei Rd
Kihei, HI, 96753 - Phone (808) 891-8600
- Website https://www.fredsmexicancafe.com/kihei-hawaii.html
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Opening Hours
- Mon :7:30 am - 10:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch, Dinner
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No
Categories
Mexican Cuisine
If you enjoy Taco Tuesday, then you have officially fallen in love with the Mexican Food. The main grain of Mexican cuisine is maize. Also known as corn, maize is grown for the past 9000 years after the crop was discovered by the people in Mayan civilization. Mexican empire flourished when they started growing beans, tomatoes, chili pepper, sweet potato and cactus. Till this date these ingredients are used in cooking authentic Mexican dishes and drinks.
Great use of spices, fresh chili pepper dishes like fajitas, tortilla chips, corn chips, salsa, chimichangas, burritos, nachos and quesadillas are invented in America. But when you are looking for authentic Mexican food then you must find a restaurant in the city that serves Rajas con Queso, Garbanzo in a Guajillo Chile Sauce, Pork Filled Chiles Rellenos, Chiles en Nogada, Molcajete Salsa, Pico de Gallo and Frijoles de la Olla. An eye-opening fact – Mexican don't like their food hot. They use fresh chili and other spices to create a flavor that lingers in your mouth.
Mexican food is great for those who are Gluten Intolerant as they use Corn instead of wheat in most of their dishes. Also, you can easily find many beans based Mexican dishes. Another dish which didn't get similar glory as tacos or nachos is the Mexican hot chocolate. If you love something hot on a chilly day, then go for Mexican Hot Chocolate. On merry days, you can enjoy the authentic Mexican Drinks like Tequila, Mezcal, Tecuí, Sotol, Bacanora, Charanda, Posh O Pox, Puebla and Pulque. Mexican Cuisine is for people who enjoy strong drinks and hearty meals.
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J K L.
Great breakfast place with an ocean view. Portions are huge! They have so many breakfast options it's crazy. Try the Loco Moco there, it's delish. Standard breakfast fare, but when you're starving in the morning, that's all that matters.
(4)Bay Area Truth Teller Z.
Typical cheesy, we're-trying-to-be-cool, mexican place. We came in for a drink and I was so NOT impressed. But maybe by local standards, this is "good"?
(2)Lisa P.
Why does everything taste better when you're on vacation? Is it simply for the fact that one is relaxed, laid-back and perfectly primed for enjoyment? Or is there more to it than that? I'm on an island (Maui) right now that has access to some of the freshest seafood and produce I've ever tasted. I think that may have a little something to do with this phenomenon as well. Anywho, regardless of the cause, I'm certainly lovin' the results; before long, I may outgrow my bikini... Yesterday, on our first official day here in Maui, we hopped into the Wrangler for a bit of exploration. Driving through Kihei, the town outside of our resort, we stumbled upon Fred's and wandered in for lunch. It's full of oceanic/Skipper-and-Gilligan type kitch and the waitstaff could not be nicer. They close for a little while between breakfast and lunch, and we happened to pick just that time to arrive. They seated us and offered some chips and salsa to munch on and a beer to quench our thirst while we waited for the kitchen to get its ducks in a row. So nice! The salsa, by the way, was killer - we had both the mild and chipotle versions, either of which could hold its own back home in Dallas. The main event for my hubby was the Trestles combo with a steak taco, 3 chicken taquitos, guacamole and rice and beans. He opted for the traditional refrieds and was happy as a clam with his meal as a whole. Everything at Fred's was fresh-fresh-fresh. I had the Mahi-Mahi tacos, which were outstanding, if not traditional. The marinade really shone through without marring the delicate flavor of the fish, and the creamy drizzle of sauce and crisp, crunchy cabbage were perfect accompaniments. The non-traditional aspect was melted cheddar cheese, but it worked and I wolfed down both tacos in record time. Also of note is the fact that Fred's is quite affordable. Our bill with combo, tacos and a beeeg ol' beer was only $30. Nice! We went back to Fred's at cocktail time, hoping to try one of the much-touted margaritas and some more mexican munchies, but the line to get in stretched out the front door and around the corner of the shopping center...we're not giving up, though! Tonight, we'll just have to start our cocktailing a little *earlier* so we're sure to get a seat at this (rightfully) popular place! Confidential to Andrea: Hawaii is giving me major Monica Hair!!
(3)Scarlet C.
Fred's has the best breakfast in Kihei. Great location, the restaurant is very open with an ocean view. I've tried about 5 breakfast items on the menu and love them all. Plus it's at a great price. Around $10 for lots of good food. People could even share a plate. The service is always friendly. Thank you Fred's.
(5)Issac M.
some of the best fish tacos ive ever had... probably because the fish was so fresh. even so i love this spot for happy hour. will def go back. right across from the ocean.
(4)A K.
Just came back from Maui, HI. There were some wonderful local places all along South Kihei Road. We tried places that the locals raved about and Fred's Mexican Cafe is one of 'em. The waiter was cordial but seemed bored. Probably waiting to get out of work so he can go surfing. The food was delicious! My husband and I split the surf 'n turf tacos and a chicken appetizer (can't remember the name but it was basically chicken fried spring rolls with guac on top). The portions were pretty big as were the drinks. Our friends had the calamari salad and fish tacos which were also a hit. Subtracted a star bc we found a piece of hair in one of our dishes but were made up by the waiter subtracting one plate off our check. Go Fred's!
(4)Bryan T.
Unless you truly do not care what you put in your mouth to fill you up - steer clear of this place. The food is sub-par awfulness - poorly seasoned or bland - depending on where you are on the plate. It seems good for families - but you will leave disappointed and, admittedly, full. Friendly staff and eclectic (sometimes funny) wall art do not go far enough to earn my recommendation.
(1)Susangela M.
No, find another option in Kihei. There seemed to be a handful of customers out on the deck each time we walked by so thought it would be worth checking out. Our waitress was sweet with long blond hair firmly pulled back in a ponytail. My fish tacos were ok, nothing to get excited about. My husband's nachos included a long brown hair. Our appetites were ruined.
(1)Robert M.
Macadamia nut/banana pancakes to die for. Fried rice with eggs and ham was great. Excellent views of ocean and service. A must stop for breakfast when visiting Maui
(4)Matt B.
Fred's is a typical Mexican restaurant. We tried this since our favorite spot is closed on Sundays. There aren't a lot of Mexican places on Maui, so if you're thinking of a basic mexican place that you would find on the main land, this is it. The food was good, it was exactly what I was expecting. We had an enchilada plate (chicken/beef/pork) and a chicken burrito. The portions were huge which was a plus. They have a great chipotle salsa as well as a few others depending on how hot/not hot you want it.
(3)Beth K.
Great view and walking distance from our condo. Staff is friendly, helpful, and timely. Good beverage options. Fairly traditional Mexican fare. Food was OK. Nothing 5 star but certainly eatable and worth another visit in the furture.
(3)Steve B.
The place is AWESOME. Yes, I know, who goes to Hawaii to eat Mexican food, right? Well, you outta. Food is great quality, bar drinks are strong and generous. Beautiful view right across the road from the beach. The portions are RIDICULOUSLY big. My daughter ordered a "kids burrito" that was more than I could have eaten as a grown man Check the place out!
(5)Matt K.
My wife and I wend to Fred's to suppress the craving we both had for Mexican food and a Margarita. We both thought it was a great restaurant. I particularly enjoyed the choice of salsa to go with the chips before the meal... the chipotle salsa was incredible, but be warned that it earns every one of the 3 Jalapenos on the 'spicy meter'. We shared the surf and turf fajitas which was more than enough food to fill us both (though I did fill up quite a bit on chips & salsa). I just cannot give this restaurant 5 stars because I have had better Mexican food, but this place was great and I would most certainly visit again. Almost forgot to mention that there is a great view of the sunset if you time your dinner just right.
(4)Lacey H.
Hands down the best view in all of Kihei. Enjoyed lunch here after spending the morning at the beach. It's the kind of place you can go when you're still wet from the water and covered in sand, but need a hearty, sit down meal. Service was friendly and fast and the food was great. The chips and salsa were divine and we inhaled at least two of each before our meal came. I ordered the cheese enchilada + chicken tostada combination meal, with Mexican rice and black beans. They graciously brought me slices of avocado on the side instead of guacamole. Everything was great, but by the time I dug into the tostada, what was once a crispy shell had been reduced to a soggy mess. It had been placed on top of the hot rice, and that combined with the wet salsa on top made for a limp tostada. One tip: unless it clearly states "breast meat," the chicken will be dark meat with the skin on. Not my favorite thing in the world, and after biting into a mouthful of skin, I quickly shoved the rest of the chicken to the side. I would definitely recommend this place to others. The great food combined with the breathtaking view (and fair prices) make it a no-brainer.
(4)Katherine M.
great decor and atmosphere, took awhile to get our food/drinks but when we did it was quite delicious. Huge portions, and there's always a "Margarita of the Day" special. We went on a Saturday and the special was the Mango - also yummy.
(3)Andrew S.
I live here on Maui and have visited Fred's on many occasions. Never have I had a bad experience. Fred's like many places gets slammed with people and tourists. If you come in at peak hours and expect a five star experience.. Dream on. I've never had bad service at all. It's not a resort restaurant at the grand wailea. Food is good, service is good. It's a touch more pricy than some places, but their drinks are great. Their nachos are my favorite. Trick is to ask for extra salsas at the start especially the habanero. Their chili rellenos are delicious. Burritos are bomb. So do yourself a favor and visit Fred's but know what to expect. Be polite and respectful of the servers too. They probably see hundreds of dick head visitors and still try to put on a smile for you.
(5)Chris E.
Food is good, not great, although compared to many island options I could say 4.5 stars. Tends to get very busy and wait can top 40-45 minutes. Food came at a reasonable time. Everything tasted fresh but flavor was just ok. Our table had shrimp, chicken and beef tacos, California burrito and cheese enchiladas. The enchiladas were the best in my opinion. Value as with just about every island eatery gets a 3 star rating. Atmosphere is very good with outdoor seating to see ocean and sunset. Service was average.
(4)Kristen L.
Love me some Fred's! Affordable, quality mexican food, large variety, good service and an ocean view. What's not to love?! Everyone gets chips and salsa which is made fresh and pretty good. We've only had tacos there. All the tacos have a generous portion of protein inside. My husbands loves the cheeseburger tacos that even have a french fries inside. I love the mahi mahi tacos. They have a large piece of grilled mahi mahi, cabbage, cheese, and sauce. The fish is fresh, cooked perfect and so flavorful. I also really like the black beans and they are good on the tacos too. We also went there for breakfast. If you do, grab a Maui Gold coupon book for the buy one breakfast meal, get one free! Their french toast was good and my husband enjoyed the American skillet. Get the fried rice over hash browns (you can get those anywhere). It has ham, pineapple, egg and other yummy ingredients. Both were big meal and were great as left overs the next morning. Also the banana muffins are huge and very tasty, not cakey like most other muffins in the area. After going 10+ times over our three trips to Maui, we have had a few times with bad service. One particular time they weren't even busy. Things like 5+ minutes before being greeted at our table. Then having to track down our server to get water. But we never had an issue with the food. It was consistently quality and delicious. Don't miss taco Tuesdays for $3 and $4 tacos! Beware it'll be busy.
(4)Karen R.
We were craving Mexican while in Maui and got a tip to do Fred's. I was worried when I saw the low yelp stars, but trusted the local. Glad we did. I am guessing the low star reviewers were looking for a fancy Maui meal. Our food was good. And knowing a local makes all the difference. We like spicy and got the habanero salsa. A must if you are a fan of flavorful spice. Yum. Spicy to be sure, but really good- not just hot. Also had the verde and chipotle salsa which were also good. We sat at the bar (with our kids) and the bartender was great. Made my margarita just the way I like it which is rare. I hardly ever order them any more as I am too picky. Hit the spot. If you are in the Mexican food mood and not looking for a fancy Maui dinner experience, I would go again..
(4)Alex S.
We stopped in here because 808 bistro was closed for lunch. We had a great view if the ocean and the food was pretty good. I've had better, but it was a good lunch.
(4)Chris W.
Good Mexican food. Our family was hungry after long day on beach. Fred's gives generous portions so you can split meals and everyone leaves full. Prices are reasonable for maui. The service was great. They got us right in but we were early. Beach view from patio was great.
(4)Dan M.
Sunday March 23. 9pm. 2014. The manager. Small, skinny, dirty blond, short hair woman. Rotten.. . Theif.... Food was below average. Waiting staff was great. Could have dealt with bad food/bill if managing staff was better..
(1)Michelle K.
The worst Mexican food I have ever had! Who screws Mexican food? The margaritas were terrible too. I ordered the skinny Rita and it was just line and water from the taste and for $11 I wont quality my husband had the cadilac margarita and he said is was weak as well. Will not be going back.
(1)Sharon K.
Taco Tuesday! We came on a busy Tuesday and ordered fish and shrimp tacos with margaritas. Margaritas were average, tacos were fresh and got an abundant amount of chips and salsa. Great way to relax.
(4)Adriana N.
Been to this place a few times now and I always expect service to be better but it never is! Their breakfast is pretty good and its pretty well priced too. The only problem I continue to have with this place is shitty service. The waitress seems to always forget to come check on our drinks. We have to try and flag her down and this most recent time she seemed to look in our direction and at our cups and just ignore the empty cups. At one point my husband started to flag her down and she quickly looked at him and then looked away. Anyway good food horrible service so far... but I will most likely continue to go.
(3)Jacklynn R.
Fun place. The food isn't amazing or anything but it's pretty good. I like the veggie tacos and veggie fajitas myself. They don't have hard shell tacos though, soft is your only option. Overall it's a fun place to grab some food and drinks with friends. My only complaint is that they're a bit lax with the dress code for the servers. I'm all about dressing and feeling relaxed but I personally don't really need pushed up boobs in my face while eating, and wearing tights with super short cut off shorts definitely doesn't hide the fact that your butt cheeks are slipping out the back of your shorts while you're serving people their food. I expect to see stuff like that at a hooters but at Fred's? Kinda gross actually.
(4)Ingrid H.
Great casual ocean view restaurant. Has great laid back beachy open air feel. Outside lights make it very welcoming. Service was quick and the burrito we ordered was huge, enough to feed 3 people if you wanted. It did have rice on it, which I don't care for, as it seems like filler to me, but my son thought it was awesome! There is no particular happy hour, but there is $1 off the daily selected margarita all day. Bar has screens to watch the game, but is situated strangly in a corner kind of chopping up the room. Moose McGillicuddy's is right upstairs, so you can check out both places. I'll definitely go back, but just as a casual stop.
(3)Doug C.
So far, the BEST fish tacos I think I have ever had.. and I've tried a lot in my.years! We eat there maybe once or twice a week and it's always consistently good. No, not gourmet but you can tell that as soon as you walk in the door. Fred's is all about FUN!! I'm going back for more!
(5)Melissa H.
Food is great !!! Pricey but we have only been here 2 days and have ate there twice ! So that tells you it's good ! Queso and salsa is amazing !
(4)Jeff G.
OMG! Glad we discovered this place! It's a real gem! The food is EXCELLENT! Baja style tacos are as good as I've had anywhere. Chips and salsa are good and free. They have breakfast lunch and dinner here and I have had all 3 here and was amazed how good and reasonably priced this place was. Portions are plentiful to huge(breakfast). Best thing is the view of ocean from here. They have wide uninstructed view. You'd never know this place was so good if you didn't talk to the locals! Made my trip to Hawaii great !
(5)Jennifer M.
We've been to Maui three times, and went to Fred's on our first trip. I bet the locals stay away! We were so disappointed. The food is not worth us going back to.
(2)Marianne H.
I've been coming to Fred's for years and continue to explore their menu. Today, I had the Carnitas Enchiladas - delicious! Our server, Dawn, was busy but very attentive. All I have to say is that they are consistent and keep me coming back for more! Keep up the good work folks!
(4)Nicole G.
We went twice and ordered something different each time. Excellent taco and salsa variety. Service was good too.
(4)Carlyn M.
Womp womp! San Francisco native, mission raised on local taquerias but came here with an open mind after reading reviews. Came in for a late dinner with my fiancé and 8 year old, none of us were impressed. The waitress was let's just say unenthusiastic about serving us. We ordered carne asada grande nachos for starters, and it came out in less than 5 minutes of us ordering it. Automatically I thought of the assembly line I see when I go in to get a taco. The meat was dry, and they had some canned queso at the bottom. Our main dish a pollo asado burrito and a kids bean& cheese burrito-came out in about 2.5 minutes. The meal wasn't anything to go home bragging about. Don't expect a refill on drinks. Best part of this meal was the watching the cats playing beneath us.
(2)C C.
Pretty dirty place. Opened up menu to old guacamole all over inside. Sat down and birds or pigeons flying everywhere. They throw their leftover chips in drainage ditch off deck and that attracts even more birds. The kids liked the buffalo chicken taco. We all ordered tacos. The rest of tacos were less than average. Service was just average too. Probably a good place to just drink a beer and watch game, not eat. I would not go back.
(2)Heather C.
Absolutely offensive. This place is disgusting and dirty. I would not be surprised if someone died from eating at this horrendous establishment they call a restaurant. I would rather eat out of an unregulated food truck than this place. -the salsa was splashed all over the walls probably from weeks ago and was being dished out by the bartenders dirty hands and a bad attitude; -bar stools and seats were sticky and dirty; -service and staff were terrible, unprofessional and just overall pathetic -drinks were watered down, overpriced, and not to mention the invisibility cloak my husband and I were apparently wearing. We waited over 15 minutes to get the bartender (right in front of us) attention to order drinks. I wanted to leave but we were waiting on a cab and had no choice but to watch this shit show in full effect. I'll stick to actual Mexican food back home in California. Not even a good effort from Fred's. Shut this train wreck down!
(1)Adriana F.
Came a few days ago for the second time. First time I came here was over a year ago and we had ok food but horrible service. Service was OK this time but when I asked what was good the waiter said that everything is pretty much the same. The table and menus were sticky. The guacamole tasted like something that had been packaged for months before serving. The chips were warmed which was nice. The salsa was the same as anything you can get from a jar(not fresh tasting). The portions are good for Maui prices but it wasn't very tasty. I got a dish with chicken and it didn't have much flavor. The beans were dry. The drink prices were good and they have dos Equis Amber on tap. Ok for people looking for cheap drinks and drunk food.
(2)Kim K.
The food,service and Owner was Awesome. Visited each and every table and told their story. Authentic Mexican food. All fresh and homemade. Not too spicy. Their green sauce was to die for!! Specials are superb. Soooo tasty!! Honestly you must try the food. You will not be sorry!! The cocktails were large and delicious for the price.
(5)pam b.
I think it is the best mexican good on Maui - great service, great portions, yummy food and fun atmosphere - we loved it so much we ate there 2 nights in a row... A definite place while you are there - go a little later in the evening to get a great seat and a cool breeze.. A delicious meal for a very reasonable cost.
(5)Jason C.
Decent Mexican, would have out it more at 3 stars, but the wife said the seafood tacos were awesome.
(4)Sabina H.
Well they advertise Mexican food that is like that found in San Diego. I got my expectations up but they were dashed The burrito was ok. The chips were a bit stale and salsa kind of tomatoe saucy. But great service and nice view. I am probably spoiled having lived in S.D.
(3)Aimee R.
Service was not the best, but hey, we went on taco tuesday... kinda to be expected.. love the fish tacos, guac on the side is amazing... and HOLY hairy chest, they make some strong drinks there... hold on to your hats... if you dont have a pair, you'll grow some if you drink their specialty drinks. Aloha, enjoy!
(4)Dennis S.
Decent, predictable, but nothing special. Full menu and good bar. Service varies.
(3)Jo A.
I had high hopes for the simple fish burrito I ordered. It was a bit soggy, but had a nice spice to it. Sadly not long after I was doubled over in pain... So, to sum it up, good going in, not so good coming out. And their bottled rootbeer .... Ikkkk. Sorry freds, no bueno in this Mexicans eyes.
(2)Rebecca A.
We didn't exactly sample the Mexican part of the menu much (huevos rancheros for 1 in our party of 4) - but this was our first meal in Maui = Breakfast! Short walk from the condo we were staying at and first thing as they opened. Natalie was wonderful, took pictures for us and the food was plentiful portions, delicious and decently priced. You can likely find a coupon for a bit of a discount in the local tourist brochures - which we then use to tip good service more generously! We would have eaten here another time or two during our short stay except we opted to fix breakfast ourselves to save some dough!
(5)April B.
Guacamole def wasn't fresh. Enchiladas were just okay. The place is kind of dirty & 2 servers we encountered were nice, the other 2 seemed like they didn't want to be there themselves.
(3)Naz M.
Yesterday we went to this cute cafe-restaurant for breakfast, l ordered Huevos Rancheros and husband ordered Mexicali, we also ordered Bloody Mary to drink. OMG food was fulfilling and very satisfying, Im not even talking about their bloody mary. It was like a signature! We drank bloody mary million times but theirs was goood :) We paid $38.00 , for 3 bloody mary and 2 meals, service was fast and stuff are friendly.
(4)Diana G.
This place isn't anything special, but we have good service and good food! We had a larger group and our waitress was nice enough to split up our bill. I bet if you sit on the patio, you'd have an amazing view of the beach/ocean. We all had different margaritas and enjoyed them. I had the hang ten. We ordered nachos, kids chicken fingers, and cantina tacos. They have a gluten free menu, which was helpful for me. Thankfully I am not a celiac because most things on the menu run the risk of cross contamination. I did not get sick. I could've hung out there all day or night, if we were kid free... Maybe next time we are on the island!
(4)Jay G.
Went here for Taco Tuesday. Place was packed and still got really quick, quality service. Pricing was excellent and the tacos were bomb.
(5)Michael C.
right said....FRED. I'm not exactly sure who Fred is, but his Mexican Cafe was a convenient place to have dinner on my recent Maui trip. After a LONG day of sight-seeing and eating (boy did we eat all day), we decided to return to the hotel earlier than planned. Not wanting to drive anywhere, and mostly for fear of losing our parking space, we came upon this restaurant after using the trusty Yelp app. Thankfully, we were able to reach this restaurant by walking as it was less than a mile from the hotel. NOTE: Fred's Mexican Cafe is located on the first floor of a building shared with Moose Mcgillycuddy's. Indoor and outdoor seating available. We arrived just before 8pm and were seated immediately. Though we had hoped to escape the humidity during dinner, the front part is open air and therefore our table on the patio area didn't make too much of a difference as we were treated to the same breeze the other patrons were experiencing. The server was very patient while we perused the various menu offerings. In the end, I ordered the chicken tacos while my friend chose the cabo carnitas. Both entrees included black beans and Mexican rice. We munched on the complimentary chips and salsa and sipped our drinks while we waited for our food. I chose the Classic Rita while my friend selected the Mexican Mai Tai. Our food was delivered within an acceptable amount of time, and I would say it was all very satisfactory. I wasn't overly hungry since we were eating pretty much throughout the day, so the portion size for my food in particular was just right. My plate came with two chicken tacos and decent servings (not too much or too little) of the black beans and Mexican rice. SERVICE: Very good. Our server was patient while we took time to look over the menu, and she periodically checked on us throughout the meal. BOTTOM LINE: Overall, we were both satisfied and our visit to this restaurant served its purpose: a place for dinner that was within walking-distance of our hotel.
(3)tony C.
My experience...Eh. The food was ok, the ocean view was a pleasure. I had the Chile Verde burrito which was huge. I could only finish half of it. One thing for sure, they give you a lot of food for a reasonable price.
(3)Brooke C.
Fred's isn't a bad place to eat- but there are definitely better establishments near by. We came here because a local friend we were meeting said they have a great gluten free menu; which seemed to be the case. The food wasn't bad- typical high-volume chain Mexican restaurant food. My husband did mention his burrito was pretty dry inside. We came here twice, once for drinks the night before we came for dinner. Our waitress wasn't very attentive once she realized we were not ordering a meal. I did order guacamole for our chips, and had to remind her 20 minutes later (not that she checked on us, I flagged her down) because she forgot.
(3)Sofie L.
There are few times in my life that I will give a restaurant one star, but this is one of those times. The food at Fred's is horrendous, & quite frankly you're better off going to Taco Bell. McDonalds holds higher standards- they thought it was acceptable to bring cold food to our table. Save yourself some money & potentially avoid food poisoning by staying clear of this god awful excuse of a restaurant.
(1)John F.
Hot sauce, it makes everything better. Now, if I was describing my own cooking, then the above statement would be appropriate. But when talking about a mexican restaurant, not so much. It started with the salsa that was served with the chips. My wife was the one who added the hot sauce to it. It made it much better. Next were the entrees. She had chicken enchiladas and quickly added hot sauce. But I ordered the "Cabo Carnitas" which is described as "Large chunks of spicy marinated pork...". there is no spice in this food. I quickly reached for the hot sauce and then it was acceptable. I can't give a positive review of a Mexican restaurant that needs hot sauce on everything that is put on the table. If you like bland Mexican food, this is your place!
(2)Brad Z.
Avoid this place! Everything is 'disgustingly' overpriced. If u mistakenly come here.. bring headphones. Im not even going to talk about the music there. Someone needs to call the health inspector.
(1)Sheri K.
I give this place two stars bc of the view and service - which were both great. The bad news is that the food is not great and VERY over-priced. Plus everyone was bypassing this place and heading upstairs to Moose McGillicuddy's. Didnt go up there. Ordered one margarita and guac. The bill? $30!! Pass this place up. There are way to many better places to eat in Maui.
(2)Eleni R.
I was kind of nervous coming here when I saw it only had 3 out of 5 stars. This place should definitely be at least a 4.5. Delicious food! You will NOT be disappointed. Nice wrap around balcony that is ocean front. Great view. Good service and very attentive.
(5)Amanda F.
Used to be in our rotation of restaurants on Maui. Pretty disappointed in attentiveness of service/atmosphere. Our waitress wrinkled her nose at most of our entrée selections... However food actually wasn't bad.. Pretty average though. Churros however... On point!
(2)Grace C.
This is the WORST Mexican food I've ever had. As we came in and walked to our seats we saw roaches and the waitress came out smashed it and came back and picked it up with a broom. The food was over priced and the tacos were tasteless. The beans tasted sour as if they were spoiled. The decor was not appropriate for a family restaurant with kids. Service was bad. The area is shady ! I will never come back here again.
(1)Shawn R.
The last time we went here (which was indeed the last time) I asked at the front where to place a take away order and was given vague directions to the bar at the back of the restaurant. Having seen how hectic this place can get as it was early it wasn't too busy at all. I walked to the bar and patiently waited for a few minutes while several bar employees passed us by, made eye contact and walked away. I finally asked a server where to go to place an order. He looked me up and down and said "Um actually, you're supposed to be THERE to place a takeaway order" and points to a spot maybe 8 inches from where we were standing. Followed by an eye roll. Yeah wait, what? I had been nothing but patient and just doing what I was told. Walked out the door and drove down to Coconuts which is our favorite spot and what we should have done in the first place.
(3)Foodi E.
The Kihei location is a tourist trap, happy hour is decent. It's "Americanized Mexican Food" with a gorgeous view of Kam II.
(3)Maritza B.
We discovered this spot on our last day in Wailea during our stay in Maui last week and totally loved their options for breakfast! The food took a while to be served but it was very worthy and the price was very affordable. If you find yourself in Maui do not pay the resorts 25$ plus for breakfast per person just go to this spot.., breakfast was awesome!
(4)G L.
Too bad it can't be zero stars! Steer clear of this restaurant that cannot produce a plate of worthy Mexican cuisine! My meat was cold, and the onions were not even grilled!! Best thing on my table was the bottled hot sauce on the table!!
(1)Anna H.
It's not the best Mexican food, but it was good enough. The atmosphere is fun and beachy, but the service was a bit slow. The guac isn't that good; I had one scoop and didn't eat the rest (good thing I got a small side of it.) Now, the chips are really good, but that's mainly due to the very sparse amount of seasoning that was on them. Basically, there's nothing spectacular about this place.
(3)Tiffany H.
This place is decent for Mexican food in Maui. We both got the Verde burrito which was giant (we easily could have split one), and the chips and salsa with the verde, chipotle, and habanero salsa. Our waitress was very friendly. The only downside is that this place is a little pricey--$14 per burrito without rice or beans on the side. Because decent Mexican is a hard find in Maui, this place gets 4 stars from me.
(4)Jacob T.
Great food! Free chips and salsa with 4 salsa Flavors to choose from. Amazing ocean view and a very upbeat staff. Thanks Fred's. We will be back.
(5)Vince D.
First few hours on Maui late this afternoon and we went to Fred's hoping for some good Mexican food. :-( Not impressed. Seemed dirty and the food not great. Most likely will not go back.
(2)Lauren And Darren R.
Decent place to maybe grab a beer but even then my draft was warm! Don't go for the food. If they got a cheap taco night maybe it's worth a stop with your boys but beyond that it's terrible. Wife and I are from Fresno and she compared it to Chilis of Mexican food. That's not a compliment. Your paying for the view and being in Maui but far superior places exist.
(1)Sarah G.
First time eating here, good experience. Food was good service was good. Our server was Todd. He was polite and professional, got our order correct. I was disappointed the food wasn't very spicy, it definitely could have used a little kick. I understand not everyone likes spicy food but what do you expect coming into a Mexican restaurant? Other than that the food was great.
(4)Michelle R.
We have been to Kihei twice and Fred's is our go to when we want a quick Mexican meal that will taste good and not break the bank. Service is quick and friendly. We have tried various things on the menu and not one was a disappointment. The only reason this didn't get 5 stars is for the birds. Literally, birds! Stop by and see what I mean.
(4)M S.
There was water dripping on us from one of the pipes on the ceiling. Food was bland at best, tasteless at worst. I ordered the shrimp fajitas and the shrimp looked like it came from a frozen supermarket bag. Do not recommend.
(1)Rosey G.
Decent food. Good margarita. However, the birds have become a huge problem. The table next to us was shooing birds away from their children's laps, plates and chairs. We thought we were safe until a bird landed in our rice and beans. If you go, eat inside. Not on the deck.
(3)Kristin W.
Came here one night for dinner on our honeymoon. We were debating between this place and two others. We noted the bad reviews and should have followed our gut, but we figured we'd give it a try. The biggest portion of our decision came from the appearance and vibe we got from the restaurant. Much to our dismay, the food was terrible: my tacos were soggy and the margarita tasted like they forgot to add the tequila. Not to mention the menu was a bit over priced for the quality, and the waitress was rude. I'd give it one star but the look of the outside of the place was quite nice.
(2)Douglas M.
Over the years I have had Mexican food at restaurant's named; Arturo's, Jose's Ana's, Lito's, Juan's and others. Mostly quite authentic, mostly pretty good. But Fred's? Is Fred a Mexican name? Regardless, Fred's in Kihei is pretty good and certainly a great value in all-expensive Maui! I have enjoyed their drinks and enjoyed their food. Taco Tuesdays doesn't disappoint and there is always a raucous crowd in the evening. It is below Moose so it is kind a double whammy of fun spots. If you are looking for cozy romantic, or searching for the best Mexican food you can find I would look elsewhere but for good basic food and a fun time Fred's is the place!
(4)Chelle S.
Good service and delicious tacos. We used to have a Fred's in San Diego, so it reminds me a bit of home.
(5)Holly T.
Good place to come for breakfast. Huge portions at reasonable prices. And come on, no one can mess up breakfast food. The Loco Moco here is tasty - I liked it better than Kihei Caffe's version. Skip the guava juice, which is served at room temperature in a little glass. Tip: there are coupons for buy 1 breakfast entree get 1 free in those free local tourist publications which are distributed in stores and supermarkets.
(3)Danielle G.
Great mexican food if your looking for it while visiting Maui. I first got the skinny margarita but that was definitely too sweet for me. Instead I got the feeds cadiallac margarita and it was great. The nachos are a great appetizer. If you can, ask for extra queso on them because it is the best part. The taquitos were okay, not something I'd order again. Some people in my group loved the calamari but for being on Maui, I thought it was going to taste a lot more fresh. It may have just been over cooked but I'm not sure. The three amigos was what I ordered for my entree. I would suggest ordering the fish tacos alone. The chicken and carne asada tacos were nothing to write home about. Decent salsa and chips were good if you got the seasoned ones. Nice and relaxed atmosphere.
(4)Angie M.
Chips and salsa are good. Enchiladas have a generic red sauce that doesn't have that much flavor. House margarita was watered down. Couldn't detect any booze. Meh.
(2)Sarakate L.
The views are great, the margaritas are tasty and pack a punch, the chips are warm, and the portions are gigantic! The staff is upbeat and fun... This is a great place to stuff your face or just kick back, have a drink, and do some people watching!
(5)Dan M.
I ordered an Asada Burrito to share with my girlfriend. The amount of carne was disappointing. The burrito was fairly large but the tortilla was not grilled or heated at all, therefor it had a chewy, artificial texture, similar to TacoBell. The chips tasted as if they were out of a bag and we're not warm. A real Mexican restaurant will cut up the tortillas and fry them, I know this because my cousins own one. The salsa tasted very sweet for some reason, luckily they had some Tapatio I could throw in there. They did not serve any beans with the chips either, this was a huge negative. For a 16 dollar burrito, I expected much better flavor, I was not impressed and don't see myself heading back there considering everything on there menu was overpriced.
(3)Celsie S.
Don't waste your time or calories on this place. Someone recommended this place cuz they were from "southern California" and know good Mexican food... Take my word, it's not good Mexican food! It's overpriced and cheap quality. The Carne Asada burrito had barely any meat in and the red sauce on top was yucky. This place gets two stars instead of one because the atmosphere was nice-ish! The open windows and scenery was very welcoming. However, that was the only thing that was welcoming. The food was not.
(2)Alyssa J.
Unfortunately you CAN screw up breakfast and my mother and I both got food poisoning after eating here. Breakfast with tea came out to $15 each
(2)no n.
The food is Good but a bit overpriced unless it's Taco Tuesday . On the other hand some Bartenders here ASWELL as many places on Maui are FULL OF THEM SELVES ? They Act like " There is just no way you could ever ha e a bad experience on Dream Land Maui " They Positively will conflict with ANY 1/2 way Unpleasant experience you might have had . They try to Hush you and Say things like " OH WELL THAT COULDN'T HAVE HAPPENED " Maybe it was you The last time I went there this ASS BARTENDER digested that I was a " SALTY SAILOR " Well that is NO WAY to get a Tip from Me . ASWELL as this and Many other establishments try to OVER CHARGE YOU Over Serve you and EXPECT you to Pay anyway. This AUTOMATIC TIPPING just CUZ your on Vacation is Just " FOR THE BIRDS " You know a UNPLEASANT EXPERIENCE IS UNFORTUNATE BUT WHEN AN Employee tries to Tell you how YOU SHOULD FEEL and Insinuates that your Negative and well " IT MUST BE YOU " This is When I am POSITIVE IT IS NOT ! Don't be intimidated These people see Customers like You EVERYDAY 24/7 They do NOT GIVE A SHIT ABOUT LITTLE OLD YOU !
(2)Vanessa C.
THIS IS THE ABSOLUTE WORST 'AUTHENTIC' MEXICAN RESTAURANT!! When we walked in the door, the servers wrinkled their noses at us and made us wait an hour to be seated. It was Taco Tuesday. Luckily there was a gift shop next door with a variety of souveniers. The bar exuded loud voices, whereas the walls contained provocative images of women. The waitress seated us in high seats which wasn't very appropriate for my baby brothers. The waitress had to speak to us within a 3 inch radius because nothing could be heard above the loud drunken voices. The food tasted horrible. I would have prefered Taco Bell. Cockroaches the sizes of fists skidded across the floor. My mother ordered the pork tacos and immidiately spit it out. She had severe food poisoning in the night and her agononizing screams could be heard throughout the house. My beans tasted sour and I gagged in my mouth at the putrid taste. Public school cafeteria food tastes better than this garbage! Well what can you expect from 'Fred's Mexican' restaurant? Maybe if it was Javier 's or Juanito's or Jose's Mexican Cafe, I would have expected more. This is not real Mexican food, I can find more scrumptious and authentic mexican food in China. When I got home I immidiately ran to the bathroom because various unknown liquids were squirting out of me. Save yourself a trip to the hospital. The service was horrible. The waitress forgot to give us silverware, so my family had to eat the food with our fists. The bathrooms weren't any better. There was a horrendous stench wafting around the room and all the toilets were covered with urine. The toilet paper felt like sand paper scraping against your a**. When we finally left the restaurant, a drunken man approached our car and wouldnt leave. He started gesturing inappropriately at my baby brothers. We fled for our lives and drove away from the ghetto neighborhood. We will definitely never come back. This restaurant was originally recommended to us by a friend, but it wasn't a very good recommendation. If you are vacationing in Maui, please skip this place.
(1)Ben L.
Here's what I love about Fred's -- it's consistent and pleasant and it's also open late at night (relative to other restaurants in the area). My experience with the menu has been limited to the chicken tostada salad and the chicken tortilla soup. It always hits the spot, making me feel full, but not stuffed. It's become a comfort spot and I have NEVER had a bad experience with the staff. Everybody has always been good and attentive to us. Thank you, Fred's!
(4)Mary A.
The SERVICE is awful...even the management! Drinks were not full , for paying $9 for house margarita. Manager just DID not want to make the drink right. Yelled at my husband and I, in a very loud voice. Food was average at BEST!!! Will never return and will let all friends, neighbors and family know to STAY away from this restaurant!! Spend your hard earned money somewhere else!
(1)Tricia S.
Yumm! Friendly and fun atmosphere, service was a little slow (taking the order, bringing the bill, etc) and the table beside us had to ask a few times for the bill. Food was good and had the perfect balance. We tried the chicken sizzling fajitas and the tortilla soup ... Yumm! Check it out if you want a great place to grab a quick bite. Not local food but good stil
(4)John E.
Service was good but food was not. Would not recommend this place. Last time we were there it was good but not now
(1)Henry R.
Let's talk about the 5 stars. Location location location. Beautiful views, ocean breezes, eat, swim, eat. 50 feet from the beach. You may have to stare down a driving tourist during rush hour (5pm). Raise ur drink and take a sip in honor of the fool who drives at 5pm. 4 stars: The staff open friendly. Definate personalities here. Alcohol, swim, alcohol. 3 stars: the food is good. It's not what I would call a hidden gem. The food is descent if ur looking for Mexicali cuisine in kihei.
(4)Julia Y.
Went in specifically for cocktails. Even told our server we just wanted drinks. After ordering our drinks she asked if we wanted chips and dip, so we thought sure why not? Most Mexican places give complimentary chips and dip. Turns out the chips and dip came out to $15. I asked the server because I was confused on the bill, and she rudely stated that the prices are printed on the menu. Mind you, we didn't even look at the food menu as we already told her we were in just for drinks. We barely even touched it, so there was no point in bringing us something we didn't eat and having to pay for it. I told her that it must've been a misunderstanding since the way she offered made it seem complimentary. She replied with "OK" and walked away. No apology or anything. This left a very bad taste for my friends and I.
(2)Monika C.
Interestingly enough this place serves breakfast but its standard breakfast fare not mexican food. Well, they do have a breakfast burrito but also have all of the other typical breakfast foods you'd expect. Food is good, nothing to write home about.
(3)Fire F.
Had breakfast. Can say that I had better. Way better breakfast in my life. Eggs were either cooked too much or under cooked. Great location. Food is meh.
(3)Valencia D.
I am giving Fred's 4 stars because... 1) guacamole and chips was good - and not just "I haven't had Mexican food in a while because I am on the island" good; a little oniony, but good and fresh 2) service was great 3) classic carnitas was perfect 4) Corona Light in the bottle - and ice cold 5) Kiddie crayons and kiddie menu 6) Tapatio and Cholula on the table Try to get there around 6 or 6:30 pm so you can watch the amazing sunset - which in June is around 7:05 pm. My husband and I are lovers of Mexican food. Particularly New Mexican. But we say go for it if you are in Wailea and have the urge for Mexican. This will satisfy.
(4)Rod M.
From AZ and eating Mexican in Maui expectations are not high. However, our meal was quite good. Wife had enchiladas and kids had tacos. I had the chicken burro which was huge. Prices were typical of Maui, about 12 to 16 per entree. Service was very good. We did go early in evening so not much of a rush. I would recommend.
(4)Dan R.
Worst place to go on Maui PERIOD! Horrible everything including the gringo lousy service. Yuck. I get it, don't get Mexican food in Hawaii but like many say how can you screw it up. The American breakfast even sucked horrible ham and eggs. Fruit platter was oranges bandannas and three small prices of pineapple. Never again
(1)Debi C.
Location, Location, Location. Awesome place to be for sunset. Food may not be amazing but I would definitely say it's pretty darn good. I had the Opakapaka Vera Cruz and was very pleased. The fish was well seasoned and cooked perfectly and the tomatoes, peppers and onions were well seasoned and still has some texture (not mushy). Hubby had the "Whole Enchilada" Combo and said it was really good (as he inhaled it). And the specialty margarita was really good too (and huge). Staff is very friendly and attentive. Overall really good time with my Hubby.
(4)nisha c.
food is average at best service is sketchy they are busy talking and would rather not serve, thank u
(2)Micah S.
We had the nachos, and they were the worst nachos we've ever had! They don't used shredded beef, you get mince (not a lot either you get more black beans than beef). You also don't get sour cream or salsa, which is ridiculous really. Service was great though but not good enough to make up for crappy Mexican food. Not happy, waste of money.
(2)Steve L.
The food here was amazing. I ordered the carne asada tacos and the meat was amazingly tender. Living in CA I have a good pick of Mexican food and this was as good as any of the places in CA. We had the taquitos for the appetizer and that was really good too. Can't speak to the fish stuff cause I don't do fish. The chips and salsa were great as well.
(5)Blake M.
Had some fajitas there chicken and steak excellent. Salsa wasn't the best kind of tomato pasty and not very hot.
(4)SpinThat Beat A.
If your looking for authentic Mexican food then this is probably not the place for you. It's "gringo" status style food which can be considered tasty by many just not this yelper. ...Although the spirits are quite tasty on a warm beach day. Cheers!
(3)Debbie B.
Had breakfast again at Fred's in Kihei (Maui). The BEST thing about breakfast was the friendly and awesome service from Natalie. Natalie is an excellent server. She greeted us as soon as she saw us, got our drinks out right away, and made sure she came around often to see if we were OK. Of course, the food at Fred's is incredibly good. At breakfast we always have the Mexicali (me) and Corned Beef Hash (my husband), and it's consistently great. The portions are large and quality fabulous. We keep coming back because the servers, bartenders and food are all great. Taco Tuesday is also a favorite. We come to Fred's 2-3 times a week.
(5)Matt R.
Worst dining experience we had in Maui. Service was terrible, prices are high, the place feels dirty (but I think this is the vibe they are going for). We waited for 70 minutes for enchiladas, tacos, & nachos before we eventually got up and walked out. If I can make it at home in 10 minutes- why does it take a restaurant over an hour to make it? We spoke with the manager and she couldn't event find our tab in the system (despite the fact we ordered and drank 8 margaritas while we waited). I feel bad for whoever owns this place- they're clearly oblivious to how bad things are. Even if they offered me a free meal I would not go back. This place is a joke. AVOID!
(1)Mindy S.
Mixed reviews here I see. My partner is a native SF'er so living near the Mission District and having lived in LA for a number of years...he knows good Mexican food when he eats it. My partner had for lunch the carnitos tacos (asked for corn tortilla) which had a red sauce (normally a green sauce he said) which was good. It came with beans and rice. Fred's uses black beans for refried beans which my partner thought was a nice change of pace and tasted really good. We both enjoyed the homemade corn chips and fresh salsa...very nice (mild which is how I like salsa). I had two tacos (al la cart) one being a calamari taco (nice light spicy sauce w/ cilantro and cabbage and chopped tomatoes) and a cheeseburger taco (wha????) yep....just had to try it since it was such a weird combo. Very good...burger chopped w/ French fries, lettuce, tomato and onion w/ an aioli sauce. I was shocked by how good and unusual it was. Our waiter couldn't have been any nicer. A native-born Mauian (is that pc?) young man who was more than generous w/ his time and helpful info on where the best bodysurfing beaches were. When you are on vacation, it is nice to not be treated like you are a tourist if you know what I mean. :) We will make another trip to Fred's before we leave Maui.
(4)Sarah Beth A.
Chips were STALE, salsa was delicious. Waitress wasn't very nice, but taco was amazing! I wouldn't say it's the best food, but you seriously can't beat the location and ocean view from sitting outside!
(3)Tom C.
We live in NM so we stay away from "Mexican" restaurants when we travel. But the Grande Nacho's here are good and they have a full bar. Good guacamole as well. Split the apps and share a salad. Good view for afternoon but close to sunset sun in your eyes.
(4)Kat c.
Our server Alyssa was very nice. Texas girl here and I'm used to the southern hospitality. I had the Grilled fish tacos which were very good. Mexican rice was good but pretty difference then my usual texmex. Queso was made with pepper jack cheese so again different but good.
(3)Carrie P.
The calamari steak tacos were fantastic! Their black beans also were surprisingly tasty and my husband loved their habanero salsa. Natalie was our server, she was super nice and even suggested some good beach/snorkel sites.
(4)Rufus M.
Started w guac & chips. Split decision, but I thought it was delicious. From their, we both thought the food was delicious. Sorry for the lack of detail, but you should expect an above average Mexican plate style restaurant that is right across the street from the water. We will be back.
(4)Terry H.
Great time with Jennifer at the bar and their $5 tacos. Drinks were very tasty and strong. Everyone at the bar was having a great time. Fred's is on my return list. Lots of fun.
(4)Sara E.
We went on Tuesday night and it was Taco Tuesday so all the tacos were on happy hour. It was really busy and our service was only okay. I waited tables for about 8 years in college and high school so I am a lot more forgiving and understanding after years of busy nights. Our server just seemed to want to talk to her friends more than earn money. The tacos were pretty good. They didn't skimp on the size so I felt like I got my money's worth and left full and happy. I had chicken taco, carne asada taco and a side of rice that I shared with my husband. He had a shrimp taco, fish taco, and carne asada taco and said all were good as well. My 7 year old had a ground beef taco that she devoured. The chips and salsa are also really good. Overall, we would go again on a Taco Tuesday night and just hope for a server who at least tried to hide when ignoring us instead of openly ignoring us. I would have rated it higher if the service was better. The view from the patio is great. You can see the ocean and sunset.
(3)Mark D.
Food was OK, service was good, drinks Were average , price was decent! The 3 star rating is pretty spot on!
(3)Tim B.
We have a Freds in San Diego which I really like. It's in old town and not like all the other restaurants - they play rock music and cater to a more adult crowd ( yes they still serve children). Anyways, prefer the San Diego Establishment a little more - didn't see a bar to sit at in Kihei location. Chips were cold, but still the great familiar salsa. California burrito and fajitas were great. Service was ok - can be hit or miss back at home too.
(3)Nate S.
The tacos are spectacular. We had the grilled fish taco and the calamari tacos. Each had a great sauce to them. The calamari had a spicy adobo sauce while the grilled fish was more of a lime cream sauce. The margarita my wife got was huge. The only thing lacking was the service. Our waitress even had a helper and we waited a long time in between seating, drinks, food, and checking in on us. Overall great food. Great atmosphere. We were able to sit on the deck and watch the waves crash in.
(4)Sarah J.
GREAT service, but food is just mediocre. Drinks (margaritas!) were great, however, and we got them on special (only $5 a piece!), so well worth the money. Really liked our server.
(2)Inga L.
So good! Being from south Texas near Mexico, my family and me were very impressed! Plates are huge and shareable, don't let your stomachs fool you! We walked out so full because it was so good we had to finish!!! One word: DELICIOUS
(5)Heather S.
Amazing place. The people were happy to seat us right away, food came quick and was delicious. I would recommend this place if you're in the area. Super fun environment!
(5)Olivia O.
This was my second time at Fred's and I'm giving it 4 stars because of several reasons 1) really good service 2) the food is good and although they don't have a lot of vegetarian options they are very willing to make substitutions 3) the portions are good 4) great location to watch the sun set. I know it isn't gourmet, authentic, or anything mind blowing but overall for what it is, it is really good.
(4)Dave W.
Best breakfast place in Maui. Big Stack Attack is three HUGE Banana & Macadamia nut pancakes with THREE eggs AND three pieces of Bacon for just under $11. Delicious. I've been here three times and have never been able to finish the pancakes. Great ocean views. Friendly, attentive wait staff.
(5)Chris G.
Great fish tacos! lots of options for the fish and preparation (try the Ahi!). Fun in the sun. A bit busy, but so what! Have an IPA (or a Mai Tai) and relax!
(4)Ashley M.
I started to read most of the reviews and thought alright. Although people say it's Mexican food but doesn't taste like it, I'll try it anyway. Big mistake! Wasn't good at all. The salsa at the table wasn't even spicy. It tasted like tomato paste. My fiancé and I were very disappointed in our dinner too. It was nasty! I will be back for taco Tuesdays and possibly a margarita just to try it again. I like to give places a second chance to redeem themselves. The service was good and sun set was breath taking but other than that, oh brother! Not the best Mexican food.
(2)Sherwin A.
Reasonably priced Good meal presentation and quantity Good service Lacking in flavor
(3)Brigette R.
Amazing food!! for the prices they have to offer is totally worth the amount of food they give u. Wish we had a restaurant like this in CA but when I go back to Hawaii will defiantly go back to the restaurant!!
(5)r k.
Typcial make belive Mexican food. Perfect for the mainland gringos who are the only ones that come here anyway. Carne asada quesadilla and a couple of stiff margaritas will do the job.
(3)Dwight C.
The place is a dive! Part of what is so much fun coming here! The food is great and the prices fair. Great view of the beach across the street. One of the better restaurants on this part of Maui
(4)Adam N.
So, my expectations for Mexican food in Hawaii were low to say the very least. I've been to Fred's before and was expecting the same sticky floor and horrible service and atmosphere. Well, I was truly surprised. Todd took amazing care of us and made sure our drinks were never less than half full. The food was pretty great too. For an inexpensive dinner, it was pretty awesome. Thanks Fred's and thanks Moose's. Wow was that an interesting second stop...
(4)Randy S.
We went to Fred's for lunch and we were able to get a table outside, although most of the place is open air. Our server was friendly and patient with us as we were trying to decide what we wanted. My wife went with the Fish Tacos, and I went with the one pound burrito. They give you chips and tacos, both were good, but I've had better. The meals were quick to come out and both were very hot. The fish tacos were very good and the fish was seasoned beautifully. The burrito was more about quantity than quality. Albeit it was good, but I've had better. What you are paying for with Fred's is the location. They are right across the street from the beach. The food is good, but I wouldn't say outstanding. I'm sure if you wanted better Mexican, there are other places on the island that will be better. However, those places probably aren't on the beach.
(3)Johnny T.
I was hesitant to try this place after reading some of the negative reviews. However there were also a lot of good reviews as well. The food was typical Mexican fare. It wasn't out of this world great but it wasn't as bad as some people said. I had the chicken fajita which came out smelling food and sizzling. The chips and salsa were good too.
(3)Kathy C.
Great food - awesome atmosphere! Stopped by for dinner on Fathers Day and we didn't wait long! Good chips & salsa - and the passion fruit margarita was yummy!
(4)Donita S.
As a Northern Californian, I am accustomed to good Mexican food, starting with salsa and chips. If you have to use the chips from a bag (Costco style), HEAT THEM UP, for Pedro's sake. The salsa was heavily reliant on the canned tomato sauce, which I can handle if seasoned well, but it could have used lime and jalapeno . The tablecloth was sticky to the touch but it could have been from the salt air. The restaurant is open to the outside and we had been having rain for days, so it could have been from the weather. The service was neither good nor bad, just impersonal. The carnitas in green chili that I had was plentiful, served with rice and beans, but just ok, nothing special. My cousin's meal was satisfactory. A little pricey for what we had. Wouldn't bother if I were to return to Maui.
(2)michelle e.
It's getting 5 stars from me NOT for being fancy-it's not. It's a great beach, bar, food Very chill place. Music is cool, seating is great- lots of outdoors with ocean views. Drinks half the price of the resorts. Eclectic taco menu. Been back 5 times already between activities. Super friendly and good breakfast and lunch.
(5)Melissa W.
Came here for breakfast two days in a row. Delicious and inexpensive. Bloody Mary's are only $4. Pretty yummy too. I ordered the basic and loco moco. Pretty decent size portions as well. If you get a chance get the banana muffins they are freshly baked every morning.
(4)Erin N.
Poor service and not worth it prices earned this place 2 stars from me. We saw several adds for $2.95 taco Tuesday but they must have been out of date since the "deal" on the menu had each taco priced at $3-5. I suggest you save a few bucks and go to Maui Tacos just down the street.
(2)Walter H.
Obnoxiously loud 20something girls, 60 year old men trying to be 20 again, and chips so stale, but not noticeable if you're one of the many inebriants. No thank you!
(1)Mike E.
I want to love this place, but the food doesn't quite do it for me. I had the carnitas burrito with suiza sauce. It was alright, but would try something new next time. Maybe fajitas. Can't go wrong there. Hubby had carne asada burrito with suiza sauce. He liked.
(3)Kimberly P.
Yummy food .... Fast service with a smile. Nice waitress ......Anna banana was awesome
(5)Matt K.
I can't speak for every night but Taco Tuesday is awesome! Great specials, tacos, and service.
(5)Andrew R.
First off its a decent ambiance and seating. We got a table for four in minutes time. Let's start with the chips and salsa, salsa has a good amount of kick excellent flavor but the chips were a tad bit stale, also the waitresses are well trained and very genuine to the consumers. The #cheeseburgertacos are really great pic and price. Also pretty cheap food but really delicious ingredients. Next time I'm in Maui, Hawaii I'll check back in to #fredsmexicanfoodandcafe
(4)Ravi V.
Usual Mexican food. We ordered enchiladas. The black beans were average cooked. The enchilada was great. We also got a chips with queso and both the chips and queso were terrible. Queso was very salty and chips were really hard. The house margheritas are as bad as the sound. The glass and salt edge look good but they were dilute and didn't taste as much margheritas like for the price.
(3)Katie H.
On Tuesdays Fred's offers a selection of a la carte tacos ranging from $3-5, as well as drink specials which include 20 oz margaritas for 5$. Bar service was very attentive. All six tacos we ordered were delicious. Tacos were on the larger side and prepared with care. Good flavor and each one was distinct. Shrimp taco was my favorite - the sauce was amazing! Margarita and complimentary chips with salsa were also tasty. Great value!
(4)Kourtney B.
The food was good but nothing rockstar awesome so if you are like looking for something unique, this probably isn't the place. I thought the food lacked salt which is silly I know as most food out is saltier than at home. I salted my fajitas which is something I can say I've never done before. The view was spectacular however and we had good service. The restaurant was clean enough but not spotless by any means. It has outdoor seating so I would expect this from a spot like this. I was surprised that they didn't serve chips and salsa...seemed strange for a Mexican place. All in all was a good spot for lunch.
(4)John S.
Freds is a part of a corporate entity moose mcgillicuddys. don't come here. it is a typical corporate overpriced bar that isn't a Mexican restaurant. it's corporate. sorry moose, but I stopped supporting you 10 years ago when you went tourist. tourists. do not support this place, there are better places to go.
(1)Mike M.
Cheap bar food across the street from the beach. Ok but they need to up their game. Horrible white pasta sauce in the natchos. STAW AWAY from them
(2)Jason D.
A great place to have a fun meal. Tacos are tasty and you need to try the KA it's a three drink max limit.
(4)Kylie H.
This place is great for taco Tuesday. Every taco is served ala carte and is from 2.95-4.95. The service was pretty slow but there was a ridiculous amount of people ready for this same deal. The margaritas have, what tasted like, zero booze in it. Even though we waited for an hour and it took 20 minutes to get a glass of water, it was well worth it. I had the calamari and buffalo chicken tacos and my boyfriend had the carne asada tacos. It was all great, and did I mention cheap! A must see and taste!
(4)Abigail S.
Puts Fred's in Huntington Beach to shame. Loved the shrimp tacos and lemonade margarita. Britt our waitress was the bomb. she had the best personality. It's too bad she can't rub her attitude off on the hostess. Thanks Britt and the bartender for a great dinner.
(4)Andy B.
Went to Fred's because it was the closest thing to my place. Just went for a drink. Also, the lady at the ice cream shop thought they probably served up the best lava flow in the immediate area. She was wrong. Didn't get a buzz. Didn't taste amazing. Really nice bartender. Place was empty one time, pretty busy though on the Friday night, but my brother and I got mesmerized by the vintage MTV playing and just kept watching a bunch of our favorite music videos like Jeremy's Spoken, Heart Shaped Box, Spoonman, Cannonball, etc. I don't know why but that took precedent over the ladies at the time.
(2)Vi C.
Went here a few years back. Mixed Drinks were reasonable and strong. Let's just say it was a fun walk back home. The staff was nice they took the pic my 7 year old drew and hung it up at the entrance. My husband grew fond of this place after tearing his clavicle on the third day into our trip on Big Beach. Fred's drinks and painkillers we're the only thing that let him sleep and tolerate the next 6 days of the trip. Growing up in No Ca I can't say the Mexican food was off the hook but it's worth going for drinks alone. BTW Place was packed every night we passed by.
(5)B S.
Food was palatable for Mexican food in an area that is not traditionally Hispanic. I had to search for the chicken in my chicken chimichanga. Priced quite high, I thought. Drinks were mixed average and were slow to come around. Overall, don't think I'd return.
(2)Andrew C.
Heavy imitation Mexican food in a loud, and kitschy environment. The chips and salsa were blah, taquitos oily and processed and the bartender seemed overwhelmed. I liked that you could sit outside and that the restaurant feels open my drink was fine.
(1)Amie P.
Visited Fred's on Taco Tuesday and their prices were fabulous! $3-$5 tacos ranging in selection from chicken, carne asada, calamari, ahi, shrimp, etc. My favorite is the Calamari Taco's. Nicely cut Calamari Steaks mixed with Napa Cabbage, diced Tomatoes and Cilantro folded in a flour tortilla. The Margaritas were $5, Draft brews range from $3. Fred's draws in a pretty busy crowd (at least on Tuesday). Restrooms are shared with Moose's upstairs and several nice areas to view the sunset from S. Kihei Road.
(4)Mary M.
I'm so glad to see Mexican food in Hawaii. Seriously...being in CA, you get totally spoiled with the amount of diversity that is offered in the culinary realm. I did not have high expectations for this place after reading the reviews, but we thought...what the hey, give it a try. We sat on the patio which enabled us to view the sunset at its optimum time. This I liked. The food was decent...nothing wow-ish, but totally edible. What I liked was the hella strong margarita that they will only serve 3 to one customer. We each had two. T(the pics of us by the sunset right after that...eyes look funny, lol) I would return here again. mahalo
(4)Jacqueline H.
Happened to be at Fred's on Cinquo de Mayo of all the days, after a long day in the sun, late in the evening when most folks frequenting Fred's were drunk, moustachioed and dancing stompily to 90s hits. Despite the apparent disorder we were promptly seated, attended to (in a very polite and slightly apologetic manner) and our food and drinks were served with little delay, I was very surprised given how busy it was! The margaritas were delish as was the giant fish burrito! The menu says over one pound I think? We guessed it was easily 3 pounds. And every bite was fantastic, although we were glad we got one to share. We'll be back to Kihei and to Fred's!
(4)Rachel E.
The food was good. For Mexican food in Hawaii this place is decent. Drinks are great. Convenient, off the main road in Kihei, with perfect view of the ocean. Had a great meal with our family.
(3)Gregory J.
Amazing service and amazing food! Waitress was very on top of refilling water and chips/salsa. The only downfall was that the chips were a little stale tasting. For main dishes we had seared ahi taco which was delicious, carnitas burritos (substituted with sauza sauce..good choice.), cheeseburger taco which was very unique but still yummy, and Baja fish tacos that were also amazing!! Overall very satisfied.
(4)Momo B.
Pleasantly surprised by this place (especially after reading the reviews!) We ate here for lunch and the food was fresh and delicious... Portions were huge and we were stuffed, especially after the chips and salsa! I loved the Kihei Salad and fresh guacamole. If you sit outside on the patio, hopefully other diners will not throw chips to the birds. (Who does that?) Overall, good food for your money.
(4)James T.
Excellent view! Chips are homemade and phenomenal. Cheeseburger taco is highly recommended. We ate here on our last night in Hawaii and it was a great choice.
(4)Shauna L.
My sweets and I went for Taco Tuesday to try the tacos. We decided the tacos were not anything special and probably wouldn't order again. We did enjoy our Nachos and the salsa's. Order the salsa spectacular to try them all. My favorites were the Salsa Verde and the Habanero. We agreed we would most likely come back on Taco Tuesday since they have a great special on Margaritas. We would just stick with splitting the nachos.
(3)Michael Z.
Service was great, location was great, the drinks were just fine, but the food leaves a lot to be desired. The salsa that came with the chips was too mild, and really could have been put on top of pasta. Too tomatoey. I had the carne asada burrito, and while the meat was quite good, the rest was simply meh. The portion was huge, but only came with a tiny dollop of sour cream and lettuce. The tortilla was both soggy and stale at the same time. But the worst offender was the ranchero sauce, which was simply too sweet and tasteless, with no kick whatsoever. That really killed it for me. Sauces and salsas are very important here, and they simply failed here.
(1)J R.
Came by for breakfast. The banana macadamia nut pancakes with coconut syrup was awesome! Had a super nice waitress. She was incredibly friendly and helpful. We will be back!
(5)Jess W.
We thought the food and service were great and would highly recommend this place. We had queso and chips, cheese enchiladas and ahi tacos! Easy place to find and easy parking.
(4)Kim N.
We went and had chicken chingaderas! cRuNcHy! They were awesome! Never had one, service was great, the view was awesome, all our food was delicious. We don't go out a lot, but the locals all luv this place so we thought we better go!
(4)Watson B.
Went for happy hour -- drinks were great and the chips and guac was even better--plus you can get a decent view of the ocean from their deck. Can't speak to the entrees, but 4 stars on the happy hour.
(4)Sepp S.
Nice Mexican food with big patio and nice staff. Liked the food and service and for a casual evening or lunch it's the perfect place.
(4)Jordan B.
Well, today was my first time trying Fred's and coming from Southern California, I suppose I'm a bit picky about my Mexican food. The two good things I can say about this place is that the waitstaff is amazing - they are attentive, quick, polite, and very helpful! And, they can make a good margarita that doesn't melt even in the lunch time heat. So, the things that we got were the fish tacos, carne asada burrito, three amigos combo, the 5 taquitos (appetizer), and the Wednesday tamale special. Let me begin with saying that the portions are huge and definitely compliment the price even though it is expensive for what you get (quality-wise, not quantity). Every single thing we ordered was nearly taste-less. The salsa had no kick to it and neither did any of the hot sauces. The meats tasted like nothing and the carne asada tacos honestly tasted as if they had used tomato sauce to marinate the meat in which was absolutely nauseating for me. The taquitos, I don't even know what kind of meat was inside of them because it tasted like paper. and the only salvageable thing was the guacamole that had a slight taste to it (but it was chunky and not heavy with tomatoes which is something I enjoy). The only thing my mom and grandmother could say was "There's a lot here." So, in the end, we just decided to leave most of it. I've heard that this isn't the better Mexican place on the island, and I don't recommend it at all.
(2)Barbara B.
We walked in with 10 family members the first night out in Maui. They were able to seat us right away without a reservation. The service was stellar, the food was okay. We love the location in downtown Kihei (close to the water) but not sure I would go back. I'm usually on the hunt for really good food.
(3)CJ G.
A solid three stars plus one extra for the great taco and drink specials on "Taco Tuesdays." Fred's has all the makings of a great Mexican restaurant: copious beers on tap, an endless supply of chips with tasty salsas, multiple favors of margaritas, and great fish tacos. For diners craving a special dose of hot-hot-hot, be sure to ask for the habañero salsa. But be warned, it is not for the faint of palate. If you are in Kihei with a need for Mexican food, Fred's is your go-to place.
(4)Logie Z.
This is just your run-of-the-mill Mexican restaurant. When you take flash frozen fish, make sure it thaws out gradually, so the heat doesn't suck all the moisture out of it. *hint: Mahi Mahi. The bland salsa and food needs to be livened up a bit with spices like cumin, oregano and chili powder? Maybe? Killer view with sucky food. We'll skip this place on our next trip.
(2)Phil M.
I ate here twice, was very happy with both breakfasts. 1. corned beef hash with poached eggs. 2. 3 pancakes, 3 eggs over easy, 3 strips of bacon. coffee was as close to Dunkin Donuts as I found on this trip to Maui. Staff was helpful, pleasant, and quick.
(4)Becki J.
Stopped here for lunch one day and didn't realize they have one in Pasadena which is pretty close to me. Margaritas are FANTASTIC! Ordered nachos which was under the "appetizer" part and when they came out, it should have said "appetizer to feed a table of 8." They were ginormous and I couldn't even dent them. I love love love nachos and they were great! Just bummed they were so big. Husband got a fish taco and really enjoyed it. Although everything on the menu comes as a combo, you can order anything a la cart. Was seated right away. Sat on the patio. Had a friendly waitress. Defiantly would recommend.
(4)Ted K.
This place is average. Chips were not very good and the salsa was not very tasty. I got the bean, cheese and guacamole burrito. It wasn't bad but I added some tapatio sauce because it needed some flavor. My son said the beef tacos were very good. The best thing about this place is the location.
(3)Clay B.
Super good Juevos rancheros and worth your money. Came in here with close to no people inside and got awesome service
(5)Mary J.
Trying again. Shoot no service again terrible service the worse Should I call them to get service !? Maybe I should bring kids screaming and throwing stuff to get help
(1)Julie J.
What a great dinner! We had a large group and had amazing service from Nate. The food was fresh and delicious! The margaritas were just right! We will definitely be back!
(5)Emily K.
Big time yum! Great atmosphere, great food, big portions, good prices ($10-20) and open-air. A lot bigger inside than it appears from the outside. Will definitely return! Didn't give it 5 stars because the service wasn't outstanding (good, not great) and I didn't love the chips (though the salsa is awesome).
(4)Dale R.
fred's is the absolute coolest ~ great bartenders, management & staff ~ jeff behind the bar is the man! fun place to hang with great prices on some delicious Maui-mex food ~ a Maui renowned bar with great sports and spirits ~ the most gorgeous beaches on earth out front, fun people inside ~
(5)Elisabeth P.
My boyfriend and I have lived on Maui for a while, and we've been told by so many of our friends to try Fred's. I'm so glad we finally did! It was fantastic! Nice, casual setting right across the street from the beach. (We saw a school of dolphins jumping out of the water during our lunch to add to the experience.) Our server (I think his name was Josh) was so helpful and very knowledgeable about the menu. All of the staff was friendly and outgoing. The food was delicious and so filling! Definitely an awesome experience, and we will be back!
(5)Erik M.
If you're in Maui and feel like Mexican food, don't go to Fred's. My personal opinion is that wrapping (American) food in a tortilla doesn't make it Mexican. You can't even call this crap Tex-Mex. My fiancé and I ordered calamari as an appetizer. They looked like chicken fingers when they came out. They were kind of bland but not horrible. When I dipped them into the sauce... You know that bile taste you get, in the back of your throat, when throwing up a little in your mouth? That's what the sauce reminded me of. I ordered the surf and turf burrito. I got excited when my burrito came out because it was HUGE! I was slightly disappointed because it didn't have sides but it looked big enough to satisfy. I have a friend that gets all his food served in a bowl so he can mix it all together before eating it. I've always thought that was wrong and kind of gross... Now I know how he feels. The burrito is basically steak ( which I couldn't taste), shrimp (which was actually good) and all the sides mixed into one fat burrito. It wasn't good or bad but it was WRONG and not Mexican. My fiancé ordered the jaws combo. It's a cheeseburger taco, 3 rolled tacos and Mexican egg rolls. The cheeseburger taco is hamburger meat, cheese, fries and taco toppings in a soft taco shell. Not sure if it was good but it looked stupid. The rolled tacos are actually chicken taquitos... All I could taste was the corn tortilla. I'm not sure what the Mexican egg rolls were but they weren't egg rolls, Mexican or good. If you prefer pretending like your eating Mexican apposed to eating Mexican then this is your goto place! I don't really think there are many Mexicans named Fred, which should've been a hint.
(1)Patti M.
Visited here on the recommendation of friends who have been here before. We had a group of 8, we waited about 20 or so minutes for a table. They ended up seating us in the back of the bar area that was wide open. Service was very very slow. Painfully slow. Had to ask for water a couple of times, and then finally went to the bar to get it myself. Took forever for them to take our drink and meal order. Once placed they did take a bit of time to receive. I think we may have been a bit forgotten seated way back in the bar. Food was just average, not great. Overall, because of the high cost of food in Maui, I would not recommend Fred's Mexican Cafe. There is much better food and service out there for the money.
(2)Dee B.
Barf!! horrible mexican food!
(1)Regina P.
Good food for a good price! Love the drink specials! We've gone here on several occasions and were never disappointed.
(3)Loni B.
This was the worst meal by far that we had in the week we were here. We only ate here because it is a block from where we stayed but oh my gosh! It was the worst Mexican food I've ever had. Carne asada tacos were absolutely terrible and everyone else hated their meals too. Barely edible. Only gave 2 stars for the decor and the hilariously decorated bathroom!
(2)Bob C.
We also stumbled in on Saturday afternoon. The waitress told us to grab a couple of menus and sit at any table. That was fine with us. Our server didn't offer any suggestions so we tried the Pollo Quesadillas (chicken). There were basically just OK. Not much chicken and no so much cheese either. But the beer was cold enough. I've nvere been so disappointed in free salsa like we were here. Funny thingthough, that there was a sign on the table advertising four different flavored free salsas. But our server never mentioned them to us either. The server never did warm up. There must be better places to eat than here. We will be here on Maui for another week looking for much better places to eat and drink.
(1)Robert E.
Food was delicious. Met Anna-Banana & enjoyed her expert-tease. Too bad she isn't on the menu...will be back!
(4)Magical Maui O.
Good Mexican food, fun environment, awesome DIVA RITAS. Ask for the salsa sampler.
(5)Jason R.
Fred's was recommended to us by a friend who lives local. We ate here for breakfast a few times in the week we were in Maui and it was really good. Service was really friendly every time we went in and they have a nice lanai with an ocean view across the street. Prices are reasonable for what you get too! Definitely recommend this place myself!
(5)Paul E.
Typical "Mexican" food place on the island. Food was not bad and the margaritas were awesome! The waitress was very nice and pleasant.
(3)Stephanie D.
Nachos were pretty good but not the greatest. At least they pile plenty of toppings so you don't run out of toppings before chips. Slow service! We were one of 3 groups in the restaurant and it took forever to have our order taken. The view was very nice
(3)Jon S.
We had high hopes for Fred's since the original in San Diego was pretty tasty. We ordered 2 kid's meals and 2 adult meals that were passable. The Carne Asada burrito was mostly beans and rice, and the meat was not very good quality. The best part of the meal was the different salsas you could order with chips. The thing that ticked me off the most about our experience was the root beer I ordered for my kid. They brought a bottled root beer for him and charged us $4.75 for it. That cost more than my beer! There should have been a head's up from the waitress that it was not a standard fountain drink. Overall, passable but might be worth trying somewhere else.
(2)Andi F.
Good food! Huge portions. The birds walking around inside is gross....but they can't do much because its kind of an indoor outdoor type restaurant. I got fajitas with corn tortillas because I'm gluten free...waitress was also celiac so she knew what was safe. Hubby got a fish burrito he really liked it. We eat a lot of Mexican and this was pretty good.
(4)Melody S.
Unfortunately the great view was dampened by the bad service. Our waitress was rude and unwelcoming, especially when we had a party of 8! Also, we had a situation where my cousin needed to exchange a shirt she bought, and even though she was exchanging it for a shirt of a lesser value (that was even posted on the welcome desk!) the waitress and manager were rude about it and said she'd get an even exchange, acting as if they were doing her a favor??! It was awkward and confusing to say the least. So unfortunate that their business probably survives on tourists, so the bad service will really go unnoticed because of the great view and location, and non-repeat business.
(2)Cristina C.
Flies in the kitchen area, despite the screens. Inattentive service. Melted cheese does not equal Mexican food. I try to live by the standard that 'if you've nothing nice to say, best keep it to yourself," but Yelpers - you'll thank me later. And I left $50 lighter and feeling like I just got taken.
(1)Morris R.
We are back on Maui living in Kihei once again! On arrival my wife said after church Sunday we have to go to Fred's for their Sunday special! Chile Rellenos! We were not disappointed! Got a table on the patio facing the ocean, the view is great! Service was great! Thank you for being consistently great!
(5)Duana S.
The portions here were huge and that's cool but, really not the best mexican food I have every had.
(2)Andy B.
Nice patio and cool place on the inside. I found 80's music videos playing upstairs. Lost a star for 3 buckets catching water in bar area from a a/c unit. Not the cleanest place but not bad. Food was good but 1 great thing we had was a Mexican egg roll. Chips,salsa and burrito were average.
(3)Melodi R.
Right across the street from the beach, Fred's is a great stop for lunch! The patio is wonderful, but check out all the fun pictures inside the restaurant (even in the bathrooms)! Great margaritas! Good Mexican food (touristy prices).
(3)Ron M.
Great location but the food is horrible. It is like fast food Mexican that is not even close to authentic. You can always tell the quality by the chips and salsa. That was the beginning of a bad meal. Even The margaritas were weak. Sorry folks for the price you should find a better place to eat.
(1)Paul P.
Worst. Meal. Ever. On Maui. Seriously, awful from the word go. When you sit down at a Mexican eatery, and the chips are stale, combined with lifeless and bland salsa....you know you are about to embark on a crappy meal. Watered down margarita with too much ice. Bland and tasteless food. This experience was just flat out terrible. The crazy thing, is that when I drive by this place it always has people eating there. Ever watch a movie in the theater, and it isn't really good?? It doesn't seem as bad in a theater, because you have a big screen, surround sound, etc.. Well, this place has a great location, across the street from a beach with nice views. So the ambience makes this crappy meal seem not as bad as it really is. If you want Mexican food, I would suggest eating anyplace but here. It was truly the worst meal ever on Maui, and I've visited Maui 8 times.
(1)Lori D.
Love this place! Was introduced to Fred's by some locals. Now it's one of our favorite places. Enchiladas, nachos, and quesadilla's are great. Must try the Diva Rita!
(5)Bev C.
Ate here 3 times ordered 3 different entrees for breakfast. Satisfied with all of them! I would return for more.
(4)Zelason B.
Wow! We went here on a Tuesday evening and the service was above and beyond- walked in, put names on wait list, ordered some beers, got called to a perfect table before our drinks were done, friendly staff always checked on our table to make sure we were okay, and the food was epic! Our Taco Tuesday Menu: Pescado Tacos- ordered one but then had to get another it was so fresh and tasty! Baja tacos- for those of you who dont like fish- its like fried chicken... but better! Calamari Tacos- mmmmm.... Pollo- We had to get 2 of these guys also! Buffalo Chicken- Just the right amount! All and all- dont believe the bad reviews... it was great and it was a nice place to sit down, hang out, nice food with a very happy atmosphere and wonderful staff!
(5)Matine J.
Location is good but food is atrocious. 1 is to much and if you think this is Mexican food you have another thing coming. Wife got sick on chicken and it seems only way this place stays in business is there location.
(1)J T.
Our first trip to Maui and we ate here two nights in a row. I had the fish taco which were just the best ever, both nights! I don't remember what my husband had. The house margarita's are the bomb! Great wait staff too. Could be a cleaner on the floor but table and chairs were clean. My mouth is watering just writing this!
(4)Emma M.
I was not impressed with Taco Tuesday at Fred's even though there was a long line waiting to get in. I didn't like the tacos at all and it's was expensive. My margarita was pretty blah and tasted watered down. I ordered a side of guacamole and the chunks of onion were so large that it was more of an onion salad. I sat outside and the view of the beach was nice although it was on a busy street. I was under-whelmed with the food.
(2)Joe P.
Alright, I'm not going to say the food is the best mexican food I've ever had - but it is pretty darn good. Right across the street from the ocean. Seriously - the biggest burrito I have ever seen in my life. I know people say that about a lot of burritos... but this one really is. It was HUGE. The chips and salsa were great... I personally ordered the tacos (my wife had the burrito). Tacos were great and fresh grilled meat. Be sure to ask for Fred's special chipotle salsa. It isn't hot - but goes great with their food. Service was casual and refreshing... exactly what I would expect. If I ever go back to Maui.. we will stop here again. Save yourself hundreds of dollars and do NOT go to a place like Lahaina Grill... and go here instead.
(5)Kehau S.
It's not the best breakfast in Kihei, but they have really good coupons in the Maui tourist guide, and it's a good deal with the coupons. We took 10 of us and got out of there for well under $100. It was pretty decent food - everyone seems to like what they had and the service was good.
(4)Vadim F.
Best Mexican food I have ever eaten! I am a picky eater, and we have been here three times now! Highly recommend them, and couldn't ask for a better family run restaurant than Fred's!
(5)Shreekant P.
Quick service, self seating so no waiting. They have a so so fruity beer (passion fruit). Fish tacos were good. Lots of TVs for the football fans (me included) Food is good, probably a 3 star in foodie cities. I do feel disservice to fellow tempers while I am rating Don Shula's in NYC a 5 star and this being only a star below. BUT, having been to many of the restaurants while visiting South Maui (Wailea) this and Cafe Olei were the the ones we went multiple times. So from that stand point, this is certainly a 4. Specials of the day were good. Tortilla soup is a must try
(4)Alex B.
Terrible "Mexican" food! Nothing Mexican about it! No flavor and a waste of money. The service is terrible- the waitresses are too busy dressing like hookers than having any sense of urgency. Don't eat here.
(1)Matthew E.
Meh, 3 stars. Chips were pretty bad. Service was pretty slow. Fajitas were pretty okay. Margaritas were good.
(3)Jayjay B.
Me and my friends go there on tuesdays for taco tuesday....its fun, and the tacos are cheap and yummie! its a fun spot if you just want to hang out and have a beer and a taco on tuesdays, and its right across from the ocean.
(4)Steve N.
Loved their fajita special. Great place for a good meal at very reasonable prices. If I ever get back to Maui I'll be stopping by again.
(4)Rob R.
Some of the best fish tacos I have had. Shrimp and calamari tacos were great as well as the shrimp Diablo. Not too pricey, but could use a bathroom downstairs.
(5)Kandy K.
Stopped in during a beach walk for a drink and appetizer before dinner. Nachos were hugeand the cadillac margarita was excellent. Hubby and I shared the Nachos and we did not have room for dinner when we left. Make sure to get the guacamole and salsa. Nice place to watch the sunset,
(3)Kim V.
The breakfast was super filling and fantastic. We tried ine anothers. The burrito and the bloody mary I had were yum. Def recommend it. Service was a little slow, but that morning they had only 2 people and that included the bartender, so guessing thats not the norm. really nice to.
(4)Chris D.
Ouch. It might be that I'm from Los Angeles but I can't remember having such Meh Mexican food. Even el torrito is better. The tortilla soup was more like lentile soup (thick) and strange. The chicken fajitas were rubbery and lacked flavor. The crispy chicken taco was really a Jack in the box fillet with mayo in a flour tortilla. No tamales = no class. Pretty bad when the chips and drinks are the highlight. I'd skip it.
(1)Dev V.
It was our last day in Maui and we thought we'd grab some Mexican grub before heading to the airport. I liked the layout here, it's always nice to have a good amount of outdoor seating when you're across the street from the beach. The service was friendly and prompt, again, no complaint there. The chips and salsa were fresh and very good, impressive. The food on the other hand lacked any type of inspiration. It tasted and looked like it had been microwaved and then had some lettuce thrown on it. There aren't many Mexican choices in this area, so it will do if you are planning on boozing while you eat. But, don't go here expecting to have a meal that you'll walk away from happy about.
(3)Kim D.
We loved this restaurant. Open air, food was typical Mexican, good salsa, good margaritas. We went on Valentine's Day since we were there on vacation and wanted to avoid the huge rush at expensive hotels, and we had a wonderful waitress! I wish I could remember her name, but it was her 3rd day...so hopefully she'll know I'm talking about her if she reads this. A perfect vacation setting!
(4)Brett H.
The tacos are what Fred's is known best for. If you go on Taco Tuesday, they are $3-$4 each and come with free chips and salsa. The tacos are large and stuffed with meat and toppings. I'm a big fan of the Buffalo chicken taco, which has fried chicken breast, buffalo sauce, bleu cheese, lettuce and tomato. I also love the shrimp tacos with their creamy sauce. If you are into really hot salsa's, ask for the Habanero salsa, they won't usually offer it unless you know to ask. And you can get $5 margaritas with a generous pour of tequila on Tuesdays as well. Fair warning, it seems like everyone shows up here on Tuesday night, so be prepared to either wait a while or stand up at the bar tables.
(4)Meredith R.
Hello, Taco Tuesday!!! After reading some yelp reviews about Taco Tuesday on our only Tuesday in Maui. My hubby and I ran out the door - seriously, my hair was still wet ("it'll dry while we wait" - said hubby). We got there before sunset - great view across the big park in Kihei. We had about a 30 minute wait and just enjoyed the view instead of going inside to the bar. We were sat on the porch, which was awesome because we had an excellent view. We are HUGE tex-mex afficionados and make tex-mex about 2 times a week at home (hubby is a Texan). We didn't expect to be totally blown away, but get our tex-mex fix with a nice view. Chips and salsa - thick yellow corn chips, salsa was pretty good. Chips and guac - not my favorite guac ever. A little too much cilantro in the batch (and I do love cilantro) - the flavors were off. Margaritas - I had a marg that involved grenadine and while I don't normally love very sweet stuff, it was puurty good! My hubby got the one with extra shots of liquor and while he will enjoy sipping tequila, this was very strong, too potent. Because I wasn't the driver, I finished it for him between sips of mine! Enchiladas - my husband had some enchiladas, they were rich and cheesy. If I remember correctly, he had a carne asada enchilada, which was pretty good. I went bananas on taco tuesday and tried 3 tacos (skipped rice and beans to leave more room in my tummy): *Grilled mahi taco - very good *Crispy fish taco - also very good. This is literally a crunchy filet of fish (breadcrumb fried, not batter fried BTW) *Carne asada taco - my least favorite. I didn't think the meat quality was up to par - maybe it needed to be marinated longer? If you are staying in South Maui, this is a great, lower cost option and I highly recommend it for dinner one night!
(4)Karen G.
I had a hard time with the rating and couldn't decide between three or four stars. I decided on a 3.5 and rounded up. Fred's Mexican Cafe is a part of Moose's in Kihei. Apparently a loyal customer named Fred wanted the owners of Moose's to name a restaurant after him. They did and that's how Fred's came to be. The place is quite kitschy with a lot of bright colors, a ton of funny pics and interesting light fixtures. Our booth had a chandelier which was totally out of place, but I gotta love a place with a chandelier. ;) The service was super fast which was perfect since my two year old nephew was dining with us. As I'm sure you know, the attention span of a toddler is not that great, so anyplace that has quick service is greatly appreciated. I ordered the fish tacos with Mahi Mahi. The tacos were served with rice and beans. There was way too much food on my plate for me to finish so I took the leftovers back to the condo. I also indulged in a Cabo Wabo-rita. That thing was ginormous! I required the assistance of my sisters to help me finish it. I probably would have had to be carried out on a stretcher if I would have attempted to finish it. The margarita was served on the rocks without salt per my request. Very smooth. Fred's is a great place for families with kids because it is loud and no one will hear a child who is rather vocal. It would also be fun with a group of friends later in the evening if you want to enjoy some libations. Just a note: Fred's is one of many restaurants on the island that offers Taco Tuesdays which basically means good prices on tacos on that day. I heard it can get REALLY crowded on Tuesdays, so if it is not important to you to save a few dollars, then I would go to Fred's another day.
(4)Gabi G.
This was the first Mexican food we had on Maui so I don't know if there's better here but certainly elsewhere... I had the Baja fish tacos-- they were a but batter heavy for my preference but overall good. Husband had a pork/cheese/bean concoction and it was "American" sized with excessive cheese. It was also just alright. Chips and salsa to start tasted canned, definitely not house made. My strawberry margarita was excellent as was our server Nathan.
(2)Jess L.
Over priced and average food. Okay place to take the kids on vacation I guess. Taco Tuesday is your best bet. Cheaper tacos and $5 margaritas and $3.50 20oz budlights. If it's not Tuesday, skip it!
(2)X X.
The enchiladas here were good. Good Tex Mex food and the prices were fair. If I hadn't gotten a table on the patio overlooking the beach, it would have felt like any other Tex Mex restaurant. I kind of agree that it is a run of the mill Tex Mex place but I found the food was good. Would have given it 5 stars but nothing about it was any different than any other Tex Mex place.
(4)David B.
Taco Tuesday here used to be GREAT. They used to have a huge carte of fish tacos including some really unusual stuff like octopus. Man, what a find that was. Subsequent to discovering Fred's fish-centric TT, we used to make sure that our Maui trips included a Tuesday night. Alas, in 2009 or so they changed the TT menu and now there are only three fish tacos accompanied by other more "traditional" tacos. Now, Taco Tuesday is nothing special -- not terrible, but not worth going out of one's way for. Grrr. Won't be going back again unless they bring back the old Taco Tuesday.
(2)Holler M.
The location is great, the curb appeal is enticing, and the staff is friendly. But the food is NOT good. Because Kihei is a resort city, it's likely that Fred's doesn't have to rely on repeat customers. Most people eat there once, and probably don't return! According to the menu, they do have several other locations in S. Cal.--that I hope are better than this location. If you do go, grab a drink and sit on the patio. Just don't order the food!
(2)Diana B.
Tuesday and Saturday's are the days to go here! Tacos are al la carte. My family and I were in Maui for 9 days and we went here 3 times! Now that I am home I wish we went at least once more... it was sooo good. I can only vouch for the seafood tacos, but they were soo tasty. Tuesday and Saturday they are the best deal, why fill up on rice and beans when you can just order tacos al la carte. The best tacos are the calamari which comes with a spicy chipoltie aoli...it's spicy but not unbearable. It's was weird but very good. The pescado fish taco is also amazing, and they actually give you a big piece of fish on the taco! The shrimp taco is also very good. I hope you have an opportunity to go there! Also their margaritas are yummy!
(5)Karah S.
BEST TACO TUESDAY! We were very happy with the drinks, service, atmosphere, food everything. We love this place. We went for breakfast one morning and I had the breakfast burrito.. It was awesome. Then we went for tacos.. my favorite taco was the calamari! We were able to order them al a carte so we tried a few different kinds all were good but calamari was my favorite. My mom had a serf and turf burrito that was very good as well. My whole family loves this place.
(5)c b.
We like this place, fish tacos are delicious. Service was good, and the food came out at a decent time. Husband loves their habinarro sauce, the waitress gave us some to go.
(4)Sri J.
Loved it. Very casual. Kid friendly. Mango Margarita was awesome. So were the Fajitas and the Pescado Tacos were really good. Went back twice in the 7 days we were in Maui.
(4)Joel S.
Went on Taco Tuesday where they have 4.95 20 oz margaritas and some good a-la-carte taco options. The food was very blah. It wasn't bad, but lacked any real flavor. We ordered in total about 5 different things in our group and we all agreed that we had better tacos at Maui Tacos or Taqiera Cruz. The view at sunset wasn't terrible, and the drinks were good. Better ambiance than the other mexican joints in the area, so just decide on what you want. Good food or ambiance.
(3)Jim V.
Food was great, drinks great, service terrible
(3)Mike L.
Definitely not the greatest, but definitely not the worst. Burrito was a bit soggy, not as much fish as other restaurants on the island. The redeeming factor: Eat before or after sunset, you have an awesome view across the street.
(3)Debra G.
Wanted to rate Fred's a little higher 2.5+stars, BUT, couldn't with a good "wanna be food critic" conscious... I have nothing truly NEGATIVE to say about the food except it wasn't very "Mexican"... Yes, I am spoiled... I live in an area with a LOT of tasty Mexican food, and I also cook great Mexican food, so let's just say, if you don't know what the food was supposed to taste like, you won't be disappointed. Now, for the higher rated part of the review (3+ stars). Fred's has GREAT views from the patio, with the opportunity to people watch. It was Taco Tuesday, so the place was packed YET we still had great service (and the food is OK, just not very flavorful or spicy). This is a "lively joint", so don't expect peace and quiet. Parking is a "bit tough", but for those of you dragging in from the beach, a little parched and sunburned, you will be more than able able to rejuvenate yourselves with chips/salsa and a tasty libation or two (you are on vacation right?)... Adios!
(2)Timothy B.
Went here solely on the recommendation of the hotel concierge, which was a big mistake. I find that you can normally judge a Mexican restaurant on their salsa, and the salsa at Fred's was just gross. Should have left then. After staying and ordering meals, we found what many that have come here have found: watered-down drinks, and lousy food that doesn't really qualify as Mexican or any variation of Mexican. Just bad. We did enjoy feeding the birds our rice, which was not fit for human consumption.
(1)Josh W.
the shrimp tacos where great . service was good of and on you should go for the shrimp tacos is the best
(4)Ryan M.
Not what I call mexican food, probably cause I grew up next the the boarder and had the luxury of a hole in the wall, ma and pop taco stand on every corner. With that said Fred's Mexican Cafe is a great place to take your family if your visiting the island. I primarily go on Taco Tuesday. It reminds me of home. (So. Cal) I haven't found a taco tuesday that matches the atmosphere of Fred's. Can't beat the price of Margarita's.. Great place to watch sports at the bar or upstairs at Moose's. Great views of the water and whale watching durning season. Def. go and check it out if you haven't been but be prepared for not what you expected Mexican food.. Still good just not Ensenada good.. ~Cheers~
(5)Omega L.
Throw up rating, if there was one. C'mon, how can you screw up Mexican food? Carnitas, dry and crusty. Even the birds wouldn't eat it. Spanish rice- is there such a thing as canned rice? Nachos- okay, the cheese shouldn't be like glue, change the type of cheese please! My wife's Lava Flow was half melted when she got it, probably because our waitress moved at a Glacial pace. Wasted $50 for the worst food i've had on the island. I feel sorry for those who have to serve the food and am disappointed in the mexicans who cook the food and are okay not saying anything.
(1)Ed K.
This restaurant located across the street from Kamaole Beach , offers a bit of Tex Mex, that one would not expect in Hawaii....I was waited on promptly, and the staff was very friendly...I tried the steak enchilada and the shrimp enchilada ( surf and turf ) , and on the next visit had the Mahi Taco....wow...were these ever great......and had a view of the ocean......when in Kihei, and missin' your Mexican food...you gotta go here....
(4)Z G.
This place was better than the reviews. Expected blah ho hum, and we were pleasantly surprised. Pretty location, friendly staff, decent food, great prices for Maui.
(4)Mark P.
I love the HB location and this was just as good. Buffalo tacos! Great chips and salsa and nice location.
(5)Alexander E.
This was a regular stop of ours as our hotel was a few doors down. The tacos and sandwiches were good, if not particularly memorable. I will recommend 2 things, 1 of which I never actually tried myself. The gf had some creation called loco moco, which is a bed of rice and/or potatoes, under a hamburger patty topped with a fried egg and the whole plate covered in gravy. I had difficulty looking at this concoction. She, on the other fork, was making noises as she ate it that only me and a few other men have been privileged to hear. While she enjoyed that mess, I had perhaps one of the best bloody Mary's I've ever had. Make sure you get the double, it comes in this big schooner - about 32 oz., or so - and will leave you feeling pretty damn festive. Also, get a patio table where you can enjoy the beach right across the street.
(4)Teto S.
Absolutely average food. Great location. Great servers. Overpriced. Chips and salsa sucked. Mmmmm, cold beer.
(2)Christine G.
Surprisingly great. I had portobello taco's which were really delightful. Very flavorful, great grilled flavor. Lots of great fish and veggie options on the menu. In fact, their menu was pretty expansive. I would definitely go back here again. The ambiance is kind of fun too, good service, nice views from the dining area.
(4)Drew T.
Good quality food for average prices. Reminds me of Chevys or Senor Frogs. Lots of lively people (sometimes live music in the bar upstairs - goose mcgillicuttys or something). Good place to watch the sunset (other than with your feet in the sand).
(4)Lee D.
Back again with the kids and their girlfriends! We love Fred's. Good service, good drinks and good food! Nice atmosphere and the sun set over the horizon as we dined! Casual too for après snorkeling and sun.
(5)Alex T.
The service was horrible: -Our server (Alissa) came to our table 3 times the whole time we were there. -We found a piece of metal in a dish, we showed Alissa the piece of metal and her exact words were "Oh wow, thats cool". Um, ok. I am pretty sure any decent restaurant I have ever been to would immediately comp the meal containing a metal piece. The food wasn't bad (sans for finding a piece of metal in our food): -Decent Mexican food, nothing that blew us out of the water. -The margarita was not good. Weak and bland. The atmosphere was great, and was really why we went in the first place. Sitting on the patio watching the sunset was pretty nice. Sadly, this would literally be the only reason to go. Overall, I will not be back, as I am sure there is a mexican place in Kihei that has as good or better food, with much better service.
(2)Ann M.
Really enjoyed the Cadillac margaritas. Also, carne asada was amazing. Great atmosphere, casual and not too crazy.
(5)Michael J.
I LOVE THE KIHEI FRED/MOOSE COMBO!!! Taco Tuesday is revolutionary. The beach across the street is primo. Nothing but great things to say about Fred's (and Mooses)
(5)Kevin D.
Average Mexican food. The food was decent but not super memorable. If you like your nachos super overloaded then you will love Fred's nachos. It was good, but we have been there and will try some new places before going back. FYI, this place is open air so there were a lot of little birds inside the seating area and even under the table at your feet picking up crumbs. They were not bothersome and our kids enjoyed watching them, but if you don't like birds you will not like Fred's.
(3)Edyta B.
What a let down! The only good thing about this place was a huge bloody mary to wash off a bad taste after our meal. 6 of us had a really bad meals. My order of Eggs Benedict was missing one yolk, had cold spinach and sauce was separating. Oh, did I mentioned that my english muffing was NOT toasted? Soggy and disgusting. Potato skins were just blah and guac even worst. Three of us had quesadilla breakfast special - steak and egg. All three were missing....EGGS! (To be fair waitress took off $2 for each) Overall not good at all! Just avoid this place. Big waste of money!
(1)Jeremy L.
I mainly come here for breakfast. Their banana muffins are absolutely the best I've had. Lately though, I've been slightly disappointed by the service. Aside from breakfast it's a typical Tex-Mex style restaurant with big burritos and a fun atmosphere.
(3)Lowell G.
Gotta love Fred's! A must try, the atmosphere is loud and fun. Food is good and simple. Try the calamari and fish tacos. Oh and don't forget to take a picture out front with Fred !
(4)David S.
If you are looking for great mexican food in Hawaii, look no farther than Fred's. Fish tacos, Carne Asada, Nachos - all are excellent. The setting is also A+++ - right across from the beach! Drinks are super - if you have grandma's magarita be sure to pass the keys to whoever did not have one - this is a good thing when on vacation people. We have been there 10+ times over the years and have never had a bad experience. The waitstaff is not only helpful but friendly and effecient. Make sure to razz the cooks about the soccer jerseys that they all wear. If you go on taco tuesday, be prepared for a HUGE crowd and a long wait. Can't wait to go back!!
(5)Lisa P.
Freds has consistent decent food, the service has always been good too!
(3)Kerrie L.
So good we came back twice. Get the pescado...fish tacos with some white sauce. It's bomb.com . Great relaxed fun environment.
(4)Kim S.
My husband and I stopped in for dinner just short of sunset. We were greeted and seated immediately with a table outside with a great view of the sunset. Our waitress was friendly, and actually valued us as customers, which isn't always the case. Our food arrived in record time, it was delicious. A little different that our California style, but nevertheless, it was very good. Fresh ingredients, good presentation, friendly service. I will be back and would recommend a visit while you are in Kihei.
(4)Lauren M.
Thank you, Kristen L. for the tip to use the Maui Gold coupon! We had breakfast this morning for four at half off! They let us use two coupons, what a deal! I got the breakfast quesadilla and per our server, Dawn's advice I added spinach which was awesome! We will definitely be back when we're on Maui!
(4)Thom N.
Good, tasty, reasonably priced mexican food. It's pretty much exactly what you'd expect for a decent mexican joint: big portions, good guacamole, fast service.
(3)What's in a nam e.
Location - right by Kam II so you can take food to the beach! Guac and margaritas are awesome. The salsas and my veggie enchilada were great too. And... it's open late!!! Compared to other places nearby that's a pretty big deal.
(4)Alex G.
Eh. I was hoping for a lot better, but the place is subpar and disappointing. First, the service is sweet but basically incompetent. Tried to order my dish but they did it wrong three times! Finally had to just eat the darn thing, although they did the right thing and took it off the bill. The salsas and chips were terrific, which adds a star. The tacos were fairly pedestrian; fried seafood with cabbage. Eh. The pork tacos were adequate, but no pineapple on it? Overall, this is a better place for a drink and chips than to really eat. I should have known that Mexican food in Hawaii would be less than mediocre.
(2)Sherry H.
Once tried it once in our 7 weeks living in Kihei. Not sure I will go back
(1)Janell D.
Cadillac Margarita! Yowza! The food was okay, it came insanely fast which makes me think it was already plated and sitting in a warmer. The drinks were very tasty- the strongest ones I've had in Maui! (Which says alot since I was not impressed with the drink situation- unless I made them of course) The actual restaurant is pretty neat- it is so open that anywhere you sit you feel like you are outside. They have a patio that you can sit and view the beach from- very nice! The birds are welcome to come in and join you which added free entertainment for the night!
(3)William B.
Much better place than we expected Fajita combo was delicious Steak and shrimp were fresh and tasty Large plate of rice and beans Three fish tacos also hit the spot If you want a filling meal at a reasonable price this is the place Excellent value for the price and quality of the food
(4)Alison B.
This review is solely for "Taco Tuesday". What a great alternative for a cheap meal in Maui! You get bottomless chips and salsa, so with that and two tacos, you are good to go! The chicken tacos were great, the tomatillo sauce really adds something nice. My roomie ordered one each of the cheeseburger taco and the carnitas taco. Really generous portions and priced right. If you are staying in Kihei and it's Tuesday night, go to Fred's!
(4)Bob C.
OK, here's the deal. If you like cheap food and you don't care about the quality, service, cleanliness, attitude or flavor, Fred's is for you. After we seated ourselves our waitress finally asked if we wanted a drink. "Wanted a drink "? How sweet. Well we said yes and we would like to order our meal at the same time as we wanted to arrive at our movie in one hour. I thought she was going to lose here eyeballs rolling theme up in the cavity where her brains used to be. The beer arrives in one of those thick sided glasses, you know, the ones that make it look like you actually received a "Large" beer, and the watery Margarita arrived with enough salt to start a chloride mine. Now for the meal. I ordered the tacos that included one that was "Calamari". Hard to describe, but I will try. Soft tortilla wrapped with yellow cheese on the bottom, large, long soft breaded calamari glued to the tortilla. OMG. I tried, but I failed. Why did they glue the calamari to the tortilla with yellow cheese? The other meal was the Surf and Turf Enchilada, without sour cream. I think "Without Sour Cream" means "Extra Sour Cream". The Surf (shrimp) was edible but the Turf tasted like it is described, sort of like turf. Truly unpleasant, (understatement). Since we are both watching our weight, this was a pretty good deal. $40.00 and no calories.
(1)Sharon S.
I LOVE Fred's... but, only on Tuesdays... Taco Tuesday starts @ 4PM and tacos start at $2.95. Kinda pricey for a taco, but oh so good! I love the calamari and shrimp tacos, but you can't go wrong with the buffalo chicken and cheeseburger tacos either. Bottomless free chips and salsa rock. It's hard to get a freebie on Maui! I prefer to sit at the bar because service is quicker there. But I have never had a problem with the table service, just the usual taking forever to get your check because other patrons need attention too! When going on Tuesday, get there early or be prepared to wait. The place is usually packed by 6! I love the breakfast here too. There is a coupon for buy one get one free in one of the Maui touristy books, called something like Maui today...
(4)Marvin D.
Awesome view and that's where the story ends. Calling their food Crappy would be an understatement and disrespect to the word crappy. Ordered shrimp burrito and god it was awful! Best thing to do there is get a few beer enjoy the view and take a dip in the ocean.
(1)Shayla M.
This is a fav local hangout on Tuesdays for the famed (infamous?!?) "Taco Tuesday" where you get cheap beers, cheap margaritas and cheap tacos! Visit the friendly staff at the bar (as you will likely be waiting for seating if you arrive after 4:50pm...) and tell Jen, Ryan and Ryan that Shayla sent ya! We love the side salad for under 5 bucks as a great add to some ala carte tacos.
(5)Scott B.
Average Mexican food. Margaritas were rather bland and weak. Price for the large portions was average. I personally hated the seating, hard wood benches or non- cushioned chairs. The view out west over the beach is good.
(3)Kristina M.
This was the worst dining experience I've had on maui. I've been here three times and each time has been progressively worse. To start out the service was terrible. There were a lot of people standing around, including our waitress, chatting, but it still took fifteen minutes for us to get a margarita and some waters. Besides that the server had her hair worn down, and yes this is Maui, but when you have long hair, tie it back! The last thing I want to see is your hair dangling centimeters from my food. We talked to the manager at the end of our meal to tell her about our experience, her words.. "Oh that sucks." On to the food.. The fish tacos are less than mediocre, the fish is totally bland. I had the bean burrito which was actually ok except that they didn't toast the tortilla long enough so two bites in it was falling apart. Also, the beans are not traditional Mexican beans and rice I think they use black beans instead. The location is good, which is the reason I gave it multiple tries and the only reason I can imagine they'd still be in business. Do yourself a favor and skip it, there are plenty better local place to eat.
(1)Nicole E.
I had Fred's after driving to Kihei from the airport. Extremely hungry, I found their mexican fare to be not quite authentic, but delicious all the same. I had the chicken enchaladas, and a house margarita. The ranchero sauce was delicious, and the portions were large. The margarita was nothing special, but refreshing none-the-less. The salsa was bland - other reviewers mentioned different kinds of salsa, but our waitress did not offer us a choice. I definitely enjoyed the view from our seating on the patio.
(3)Bob B.
Great outdoor patio overlooking the ocean. Loved the Queso Dip with Serrano peppers. Caliente! The calamari strips were awesome. They look like mozzarella sticks, but are soft, moist and meaty. Not the usual fried shoe leather. Top shelf margies (Fred's Cadillac) were good. Our waitress, Natalie, not only had eyes you wanted to dive into, but was very attentive and helpful. Even Randi loved the Cajun shrimp quesadillas. All in all a nice spot to land for a great island lunch. Aloha.
(4)Ana M.
Fred's is a fun place to go to. It was right around the corner from my timeshare, so it was nice to be able to walk about 4 blocks away and get good food. When my boyfriend and I got there, we didn't anticipate there to be a long wait, but we decided to put our name on the list, got a buzzer, and went to the bar to get a drink during our wait. By the way, try the pomegranate margarita - delicious. When we got a table about 20 mins later, we were seated at an outdoor table which was nice, even at night time. The weather was comfortable, even in January. :) I had the Mahi Mahi fish tacos - I definitely recommend that! It was delicious! I forget what my boyfriend got, but it was good as well. We had enough for leftovers, so we were happy again to eat what we had for lunch the next day. :) You'll have fun here! Especially if you're around the bar area. The locals were fun to talk to.
(4)Bracy N.
Waitstaff attentive and friendly. Me and my guest had the calamari salad and shrimp fajitas. Both entrees were boring and bland. The fajita sides were warm. Aren't fajita entrees supposed to be hot and sizzling? Abit overpriced, too! I come to Maui often but won't be coming back here.
(2)Michelle L.
Not bad. We sat in the back and it was very cramped since we had a huge group. Big portions and good taste. The only thing I couldn't stand was the bipolar air conditioning vent or whatever I sat under. A breeze would occur time to time and it would be super cold. Then it would disappear and then it would be extremely stuffy and hot. I put my jacket on and off more times than I could remember during that hour. Not very pleasant lol.
(3)Paul T.
This place is a tourist trap period. You have to seat yourself. We waited forever before a waitress would come to our table. She was sweet, but fell short when our entree arrived, and we had no silverware to eat it with. Don't order the house margarita, it sucked. Come on this is a mexican restaurant, learn to make one. The rice and beans sucked too, although the main entree was good. I will never eat here again, and i live 5 mins away. For mexican food on this island, my all time favorite is Fernando's.
(1)Claire L.
While on our honeymoon this is one of our favorite restaurants! It was Awesome... Nothing wasn't perfect from the Margaritas to the chips to the Guacamole to the tacos... It was awesome. We were so happy we stopped at this place while driving in search of lunch. If I could I would fly from New Jersey to Maui right now! Especially on Cinco De Mayo :)
(5)Makena S.
Breakfast is good, and on the cheap side. Drinks are merely okay, and the staff is usually very friendly. It's nice to sit near the railing and look over at Kam II, which is why I keep returning. For the record, this is not Mexican food.
(3)Sean L.
I can see a trend in these reviews of the "love it/ hate it" sort. I'd be more favorable if it weren't for the particularly indifferent service of one waitress. The food is OK - nothing fancy - typical Tex/Mex. The view is great - can't beat a beach in Maui. But... we sat down and were promptly ignored - people who came in ten minutes after us sat down in another section and had a waitress almost immediately take their beverage orders ( we had to flag this busy waitress down to get her to take our order ). When our waitress finally showed up she seemed a little put out that we didn't have the patience to wait for her. My son was pretty obviously ordering from the kids menu and we were served and charged for an adult portion. This was partly our fault for assuming the kids portions just seemed really large. When we complained to the waitress her response was "what do you want me to do about it?". Yeah... no... We should have gotten the manager but at that point we just wanted to leave. Sorry, Fred's, our experience was not a pleasant one. Another day maybe, but next time we'll just go to a Maui Tacos.
(1)Toby W.
We had fun. Took the Harley out and ended up here. Grabbed a quick bit, burger and tacos, a few drinks, and were able to look out at the Ocean as we ate. Good Times. Prices were fair, food was good, and service was fast and friendly.
(4)Darrell A.
We've been there 2x since we've been on Maui. Quick and attentive staff and the food portions are large. A great place to see a sunset with their outside dining.
(4)Galen B.
Figured with the great reviews on this site and an "ONO" from Maui Revealed that this place was a ringer for a great meal. Oh, how I thought wrong. We were greeted and seated promptly, though in a booth that had a large post blocking one bench leaving all but a few inches of room to get your legs in. I then took a look around and saw that the decor in this place was some of the most tacky crap you will ever see in your life. Stuff like "TAKO BUREETO FAHEETA" painted on the walls and random Spanish pictures (I thought this place was Mexican?). The chips were decent, but the salsa was bland and lacked any semblance of heat or spice. I ordered a root beer which I was told they only served in a bottle. No big deal, until I saw the price. $4.25 for a bottle of Thomas Kemper and a glass of ice. I know this is Maui, but that's just ridiculous. I ordered a combo of 3 enchiladas (carne asada, chicken, cheese) which, again, left a lot to be desired. The steak was chewy and lacking flavor. The chicken was in very large, unmanageable chunks for an enchilada. I took one bite of the cheese enchilada and didn't touch it again. The beans and rice were very bland and underwhelming. The person with me ordered carne asada tacos which had the same chewy chunks and enough lettuce piled on top to make a side salad. I realize that this place is supposed to be a 'cheap' destination in Kihei, but it is possible to have cheap, delicious Mexican cuisine and Fred's is far from it. All in all, the place had good service but the food was not worth it. Oh, and the music was atrocious.
(2)Christopher R.
Do Not let the name Fool you! Really Good Mexican Food. Tacos were awesome. Chips and salsa were free and good. Waitress was alright. Price was good for Hawaii.
(4)Dan M.
Good / standard Mexican food. It is probably what you are craving after a lengthy vacation in Hawaii, and you won't be disappointed. I should probably give this 4 stars compared to other Mexican options in Hawaii, but coming from San Diego, it is hard to give that high of a rating unless the food was outstanding. The burritos and tacos are quite good and the salsa is flavorful. They have a huge selection of margaritas to choose from as well. I would go back here.
(3)Bobbi J.
Walked to this restaurant from place of stay, heard about it from some folks back at home. It was a typical mexican restaurant....not too bad though. They have good specials each day that save on cost while on vacation.
(3)K L.
SUPER BUMMED! I wanted to get some tacos for lunch with a friend on a Sunday late afternoon and waited for about 20 minutes without anyone acknowledging us until we decided to get up and leave. I've been to Fred's on Taco Tuesday before and had better service. This most recent experience was a turn off...too bad because I think the food is pretty good.
(2)Diana Z.
Just got back from Fred's. There was a mix up on the information we received when we called, but the owner was awesome about the whole thing. The Nachos were yummy delicious! I will be happy to go back and try again. I have been a Fred's fan for almost 10 years. I am happy to continue to be one!
(4)Meaghan M.
Where to start? We went to the infamous "Taco Tuesday" and our group had an hour and 45 minute wait, on top of that the hostess was extremely rude. When we finally were given a table we were put at the very back corner of the restaurant near the exit and by the bar. It was too loud to have any sort of conversation but we were excited to finally get some tacos. The waitress was pretty friendly and apologetic for the wait, but when we finally got the tacos they were pretty BLAH. This was the most overrated "event" I have ever been to. Not to mention expensive! The tacos are 3.95 per taco-minimum. Needless to say I will NEVER go back.
(1)Tyson M.
Too pricey for what you get. Fish tacos are ok. No happy hour or anything like that.
(2)Guy R.
Four stars because the prices aren't outrageous and the food was good and plentiful. Look, it's just an ordinary mexican restaurant, but leaving without feeling like you've been robbed is a pleasant surprise in Hawaii.
(4)Amy S.
This place is *always* busy it seems. It was packed every time my friend and I drove past it, no matter the time of day. Went for breakfast and ordered a simple plate of rice, scrambled eggs and Portuguese sausage with a banana muffin. It was good enough. Only got 3 small slices of sausage and was hoping for more. I think what saved the meal was the absolutely fantastic banana muffin; it's better than anything your mom or grandma could make. Sat outside on the veranda and enjoyed the view. Quite pleasant in the morning.
(3)Nathary R.
Came here for margaritas, tried a few of their special margaritas but they were terrible, finally just got their house margarita which is half the price and it was probably their best. I didn't try their food, I did have their chips and salsa and it was pretty good so their food could be worth trying if you are craving Mexican food.
(2)Erik A.
Not too bad. Had the shrimp burrito, it was good but forgettable. Seriously not a bad place for a fast bite. Prices are fair for hawaii, and while the wait staff was not stellar, they did not forget we were around. I would go to this place above say, a Denny's.
(3)J.P. H.
This place was average with decent service. My wife and I went here for dinner on our second night in Hawaii. We waited for roughly a half hour for seating and were served what seemed like salsa from a can and thick chips that seemed like they were from a Costco or Sam's Club. We ordered a tacos and I was excited for the "tomatillo" sauce. I knew I should not have expected much from a place with quotes on the wall such as "[w]hen in Mexico never eat at a taqueria by a pet store[,]" and "[t]u di beech." That tomatillo sauce was just mayo and it was all over every single taco we ordered. Perhaps there was tomatillo somewhere in it, but not enough to even tint the mayo green. Mayo, on a taco... seriously?? No warning either. After the thirty minute wait for hte food that we already had I was not ready to send them back and wait again. I just took the meat out of the taco and tried to scrape the offensive "sauce" off. On the plus side, the restaurant had a great view of the ocean and beach. The open air environment of the place was good as well. The churros we ordered for dessert were also quite good. Not recommended.
(1)Mia L.
Very very "meh." We ordered two lunches to go (grand total: $30) -- a plate of enchiladas, a carne asada burrito, and churros. I understand that this is a tourist joint and stellar food is not the norm, but I don't think I set a very high bar expecting the burrito to be folded tighter than a slouchy purse. The burrito fell apart within a couple of a bites, revealing large, 2" cubes of meat, cubes too big to ingest without stuffing your face and nearly choking. Fail. They also forgot the silverware and I had to walk back from the beach to get utensils, despite the fact that I left a nice takeout tip.
(2)Raquel C.
Very americanized. Not authentic.
(2)Kristina S.
This place was AWFUL! We put in a reservation and the wait time was 40 minutes. Instead they made us wait TWO HOURS and were extremely rude when we would ask why things were taking so long. When we talked to the manager and complained later on we expected complimentary drinks or at least a free appetizer, but of course thats asking too much of these people!! The food was not worth that two hour wait and there are much better places to eat in Kihei. AVOID THIS PLACE IF YOU CAN!
(1)Jacqueline D.
Had the tamale plate with rice and black beans, very surprising that I enjoyed the food. we got the complementary chips and salsa they were awesome, and a nice cold dos XX to top it off. waitress was nice and friendly.
(4)sara j.
Loud, good for groups and kids. Loved the fish tacos, and surprisingly the cheeseburger taco! Margaritas are big and delicious. Came here because they were open on Christmas day and it happened to be taco-licious Tuesday. Happy, would go back!
(4)Monique C.
So, this place is fun! Loads of crazy things on the walls... Mmmm...I love beer so this place is right up my alley. It's kinda wierd they call mayonaise "salsa verde". YIKES! And they don't offer crunchy tacos! C'mon what's a mexican place without crunchy tacos?!? But they do have a tostada, so that usually does the job. Fun times on Taco Tuesday....awe that's where I met my boyfriend of 2 & 1/2 years.... he did body shots off me...ha ha j/k Overall- this place is fun, just don't get the tequila girls come over to your table...haha
(3)Drew S.
Fun atmosphere and great service! Chips and salsa were tasty; we asked for the chipotle salsa which was delicious and spicy. I was very happy with the veggie quesadilla (roasted corn, avocado, portobello mushrooms). It was huge and I ended up taking half of it home. We will definitely be back!
(4)T N.
I knew going in to Fred's Mexican cafe it was going to be mediocre but I went anyway just hoping for a place where i could get a fish taco that was good and wasn't to pricey like most of Maui. Margarita came in a fish bowl size glass with one shot of tequila and fish taco's just ok.
(1)Cherie B.
I visited freds twice on my vacation and I received excellent service. The second visit we were served by Alyssa. She was awesome. Alyssa was prompt, friendly and somehow read our minds and brought us everything we needed before we had a chance to ask! and the cheeseburger fry tacos were great too!!!
(5)Holly D.
I ate at Chad 's Mexican Cafe last night night. I have Celiac. Chad's Mexican Cafe has a gluten free menu. There is a separate menu which lists fajitas, tacos, etc. It lists which substitutions to make such as corn tortillas and Mexican rice (the rice has wheat in the soy sauce). I had the the chicken fajitas with corn tortillas. The restaurant is also decorated with ceramic figurines from the 70's and 80's around the top ledge and very colorful and bright. Great music with a great view of the ocean (right across the street from the ocean).
(4)Alex B.
Worst Mexican food I've had in years. Nothing to see here -- move along! I've tried eating there four different times and each time it's overcrowded (no idea why), loud (conversationally) and has 80's punk music blaring. I asked if they could at least put on some decent music and the waiter told me the manager liked 80's punk and even though nobody else did -- it gets blasted. Really pathetic -- I won't be back.
(2)Mandi M.
I wouldn't call this "authentic Mexican' food, but the quesadilla was tasty. The big find here is the Patron Margarita! They are good and strong. YUMMO This is a great drink and appetizer place.
(3)Donna G.
Nice find for the family. Long day at beach and looking for casual, quick food. I highly recommend reservations if you are either a large party or looking to eat at the peak of the dinner hour 6p-8pm as they fill fast. Friendly service, good food, large quantities. I had the Ono tacos and was very pleased, I love fish tacos and these did not dissapoint. The 5 teenage boys that accompanied us were all happy and very full! They don't claim to be authentic Mexican they are San Diego style mexican (previous post from fellow Yelper dissed them on this.)
(3)Suzie L.
Sticky table. Salsa tasted canned. Food arrived about 30 seconds after our cocktails arrived. Enchilada sauce had a metallic taste. Rice was flavorless. My stomach was queasy the following day, as was my dining companion's. Coincidence? I think not. The only restaurant worse than Fred's was Moose McGillycuddy's upstairs which apparently is owned by the same group. Double ugh.
(1)Laura J.
Went to the Old Town location, and was happy again with the food. I'm not sure the salsa was quite the dreamy stuff from Hawaii, but maybe it missed the Aloha magic. Anyway, there are lots of good Mex food choices in Old Town, and this is one of them
(4)Jill W.
A local recommended this place to us, and it was very good! I got the Chicken Monterey, and it was delicious. Their black beans are very good, when normally black beans are not so good. The chicken breast I had was cooked PERFECTLY, and was exactly what I like in chicken breast- white meat, a little moist, with a nice charred skin. My husband got their "mexican eggrolls"-- he said they were only OK, but he REALLY enjoyed their fish cake things. Their chips are salsa are also very good-- served with green and red salsa. The service was quick and efficient, and the view is wonderful, especially if you sit outside.
(4)Nicole S.
Fred's is not good. I live here in Maui and I've been here a handful of times hoping that it will be better each time we go but it never is. Yes, it's in a good location with the beach and sunset views right across the street but the food is just not tasty. It's lacking in flavor, everything that my husband and I have tried is just bland. It's too bad because it is a fun atmosphere but we just don't enjoy the food here.
(1)Chris L.
Great service the chips and salsa were great. The cheese enchiladas and fish taco's were very good. Chicken enchiladas had too much paprika or something, not so good. Black beens and rice were good.
(4)Jacob B.
Hamburger taco was animo. Fish was good too. Tako taco was weird.
(5)Gianna R.
I like Fred's its a good atmosphere the bartenders and waiters are very friendly and the food is good.. I always get the Mahi Mahi Tacos.... Its really busy and fun on Taco Tuesday's but Any day of the week is a good time there....
(4)Surranna V.
Meh...I have experienced so much better. Mexi-what? Mexi-nada. This place has a view and tourists like that. The baja fish taco is made with a frozen breaded piece of cod. Cod......Mexico.....what? The margs are week, and taco Tuesday isn't a great deal. I love that the photos of the food below look like different variations of poop. I wish Fred's was good cause the patio is great but I just can't be bothered with this place.
(2)Chris L.
This was a nice reprieve from high priced (but good) food of Maui. We happened to be there on Taco Tuesday. The tacos were plentiful. The chips and salsa were a nice start to the meal but we filled up on those leaving little room for the tacos which are a substantial size. The Baja fish taco and the shrimp taco were my favorite. We also happened to get a seat on the outer portion of the restaurant and got a nice sunset with the meal. If you are looking for authentic, you won't find it here. But if you are looking for some tasty food at a decent price, stop on by.
(4)Oso C.
Fred's is a solid Maui go to. Pretty good Mexican food and great dive atmosphere with an amazing view. Enjoy
(4)Eric G.
Good food. Good service. Everyone in our party of four enjoyed their meal.
(4)Robert C.
Great Breakfast spot. They start at 7AM and its gets crowded after 9AM, but the service is fast and good. I had the chicken fried steak and eggs with fried rice, all were excellent. The coffee is good. My family also had the eggs benedict Florentine and the all American scramble. Both were excellent and there was plenty of food, we all went away stuffed. You can also get a banana muffin for 45 cents more instead of toast or english muffin. It was good. We ended up sharing our plates with each other so that we knew what we would order next time and we will be back. They have a full bar so they offer Kahula or Bailey's coffee and a bloody mary with breakfast. Do not forget the 2 for 1 breakfast coupons (they are all in those free activity directories. Moose Mcguillicuddy's Breakfast is served in Freds.
(5)Jenni M.
Every time I come to Kihei I have to eat at Fred's at least two or three times. The mahi mahi tacos are delicious, as are the pollo asada and carne asada tacos. For this reason, I usually get the Three Amigos combo which has all three tacos. People I have dined with also gave excellent reviews of the Cajun shrimp burrito and the steak and shrimp fajitas. The service at this place is also great. They refill the chips basket almost before we are even finished! The waiter was also very on top of our soda refills. One thing to be prepared for is that there is often a bit of a wait, but it's usually not as long as predicted. And it's always worth the wait. Especially when you're hungry because the portions are huge.
(4)Natalie M.
I ended up eating at Fred's after the first restaurant I went to turned me away at 940 PM even though they close at 10 and I was dining alone. Thanks for nothing Sansei! Desperate and hungry, I did a search on my phone and called Fred's to see if they were still serving food. I was told they open until 1 AM but they may close earlier depending on business. I was right outside in the parking lot so I rushed in to get seated. I walked in and the place was nearly empty and was told that I'd have to hurry up because the kitchen will be closing in "4 minutes". "WTF I just called and you said you were open!" I thought to myself..but I kept my mouth shut because I was really, REALLY hungry. The waiter greeted me promptly and asked me if I wanted something to drink. Oh sorry, I wasn't looking at the drinks because the Gestapo is closing the kitchen and I want to get my order in! Anyway, I ended up ordering the Carnitas Burrito with a side of guacamole along with a Bloody Mary. The food came promptly and the portion size was huge. Too bad I wasn't able to enjoy it. Half the time the manager was hovering about staring at me wondering when I was going to vacuum up my food and leave. I think I was given about 15 minutes to eat the burrito the size of a football before she turned both the music and the lights off. I was forced to wrap up my food and take it back to my hotel. The puzzling part of the whole thing was the server was very laid back and told me to "take my time" while I was ordering and also while I was eating. Sorry dude, your manager's body language is telling me something else! There's also a sign in the corner that says "Ain't it great, Fred's is open late!". I guess late is 10 PM and not a minute past 1030. In conclusion, if you eat at Fred's you will be told this place will open until 1 AM on the phone but it really closes at 10 PM. You are also encouraged to order drinks first although the kitchen may close on you. You also can take your time eating if you enjoy eating in absolute silence and darkness. And yes, ain't it great Fred's is open late, but remember late is 10 PM on Maui!
(2)Sean H.
When you read the name "Fred's Mexican Cafe" and see the brightly-colored building, you may be inclined to keep driving. Don't. Fred's was a great surprise. It's the perfect place to go when you want to be casual and relax, have some great food and drink, and enjoy the amazing scenery. It's across the street from the beach so request an outside table. I had the best fish tacos I've ever had at Fred's and the prices are great. After you've spent $100 on fresh seafood at the expensive beach-side joints, go to Fred's and have a great time for 1/4 the price.
(4)Tiffany C.
Very below average Mexican food. I couldn't tell if my margarita even had alcohol in it, haha! Service was friendly and the view is nice! It'll kinda do in a pinch.
(2)Freddy D.
Nothing that great to write home about. Salsa was very bland. Burritos were very plain despite how they are written up in the menu. The place itself and location was great and a good beer selection but I have definitely had far better Tex Mex cuisine.
(2)Jalyn H.
Best value for breakfast in Kihei. Between 7 and 7:30, Fred's has a $3 breakfast special. And with jetlag, chances are that you'll be awake for it. Huge portions. I recommend the local favorite, the Loco Moco. Rice or potatoes, topped with eggs, a hambuger patty, smothered in gravy. Don't wretch. It's tasty. I also had the Huevos Rancheros, which were also good. You can easily leave Fred's without paying over $10 for breakfast. Unless you buy their fetching attire as well: t shirts and "Kiss My Taco" thong underwear. Big thumbs up!
(4)Ashley M.
Taco Tuesday is amazing. The Tacos are $3-4 but they are good size and super fresh, not greasy at all. I definitely suggest the Baja Fish Taco, but all of them were good. Also, free chips and salsa as well as great beer prices (and not just bud light... 20oz amber ale for only $5).
(4)Brian H.
I think I'm rating this a 4 star just for the fact that it's in Hawaii, the sun was shining, it was hot and I had a cold beer :) The food definitely hit the right spot, the beer was refreshing and it was a great top to a long day of snorkeling. The staff was VERY informative on the best spots to snorkle at and a couple of them even offered to come with us. I will always come back to this spot...because you can't beat the Happy Hour and fantastic staff ;)
(4)Eric B.
I spent every morning of my vacation eating the Hawaiian breakfast with either a Irish Coffee or the Kahula Coffee (that are by the way, the way to i would make them as the part Irish that i am). My girlfriend tried many breakfast and pretty much all of them were worth eating, but i was too much of a big fan of my breakfast. The service was pretty consistent and friendly, but it did get busy sometimes but that's life. Overall, it's really worth it.
(3)Brian J.
If you are looking for amazing Mexican food on Maui you won't find it, but the food here is decent and the atmosphere is better. Fish tacos are tasty. Parking is bad.
(4)Brian L.
I have had the opportunity to eat in countless Mexican restaurants in my life. Some have been great; some mediocre; some not even memorable. This place though takes the cake -- it is hands down the absolute worst ever. Poorly prepped entrees with zero flavoring, seriously under-ripe veggies, and all of it way overpriced to boot. I will never go to Fred's ever again.
(1)Katelin B.
I'm only giving this place one star because I can't give it ZERO stars!!!!! Worst dining experience ever. Carne Asada tacos (which were recommended as one of the most popular things to eat) was worse than homemade! Seriously I would get more satisfaction from just spreading my own refried beans on a flour tortilla and eating at home. It didn't even match that. I also got some rolled tacos which were the driest chicken in the driest tortilla with no sauce or anything. Worse than the Carne Asada taco. My husband got the tacos too and was sick for the rest of the night. Even the dog got diarrhea after eating our leftovers. SO DISAPPOINTING! We will absolutely NEVER go back!
(1)Karey R.
Do not come here if you are looking for authentic Mexican food. However, if you want something similar to El Torito, then welcome! It is better than El Torito though, to be fair. I had the combo with the mahi taco, cheese enchilada and this thing that tasted similar to a Mexican egg roll, or a Mexican potato cake minus the potato?? Whatever it was, it was yummy. It was very flavorful. You get a lot of food and free chips and salsa which is a rare thing on the island. Oh and the salsa is not so good, not spicy at all, very tomato-ey. The tortilla tasted homemade and was delicious! The mahi was moist and tastey as well. My husband got the chicken rolled tacos and was very pleased. Although, it was just a pile of taquitos to me, I like a little of everything so I suggest the combos.
(3)Buford C.
Oustanding fish tacos, great margaritas, but forget going on Taco Tuesdays, the wait was 2 1/2 hours. A favorite with the locals, you can eat here for a reasonable amount of money, have top notch fish tacos, and not feel disappointed.
(4)Chris R.
It's an ok place to eat. Friendly service.
(3)Andy S.
There's nothing particularly wrong with Fred's, but the carne asada tacos were surprisingly bland. My girlfriend felt the same way about the shrimp tacos, and they upset her stomach a little. We'll head elsewhere next time.
(2)Adam M.
Just OK. Wife and I asked whether the fajitas would serve 2. Where we come from (IA) it is common that you can feed 2-3 on one order. We were told they were pretty big and could feed two. We were surprised that the meal was about the right size for one when it arrived. Taste was just OK. Far better tasting and cheaper Mexican food in the Midwest.
(2)C M.
Delicious chips and salsa. Yummy huge burritos. Fantastic margaritas! Great place.
(5)Dawn M.
Went for breakfast last week while on vacation. Props for an affordable option in the area, and for a nice view of the ocean (with the main road between you and it) to go with it if you can score a seat on the smallish patio outside. The menu offered some creative options, but I still opted for a regular breakfast and it was just okay to me. I did get the banana muffin with my breakfast which was yummy! They lose points for not offering Splenda or Equal to put in my coffee. Boo...don't you know that throws off the whole taste factor in my morning drink? Service was fine. I would just rather go to Kehei Caffe everyday for breakfast for an affordable and tasty breakfast option rather than Fred's.
(3)Dawn J.
really incredibly mediocre food. canned beans, frozen fish (on maui!!!), stale chips and bland salsa. our waitress was nice, though.
(1)Anne K.
The food wasn't so great. I ordered the Mahi Mahi Taco and Shrimp Enhilada combo. The Mahi Mahi was breaded very thickly and deep fried. It was hard to bite through. It didn't seem very fresh. The shrimp enchilada was ok. The meal came with chips and salsa. The chips were a bit stale. The salsa really basic, mild tomato sauce. The best part of the whole meal was the black beans that came as a side. The ambiance of the place was like a spring break party atmosphere. The waitresses wore these tight Hooter's style tops. Our waitress was wearing this top and was pregnant. Kind of a weird twist in the party joint. I guess if I had just turned 21 and was into meat-market type clubbing then it might be appealing. But it just reminded me of slimey guys hitting on pukey drunk girls and then an exchange of some horrible VD.
(2)Noah N.
Definitely not the best Mexican food on Maui, but well worth your money. Fred's is a great bargain especially if you do Happy Hour, or Taco Tuesday's. The food is great and the Margaritas are huge! Great hangout spot.
(4)Rod D.
Taco Tuesday a must when in Maui. Cold beers, good tacos, salty chips & salsa and one of the best views of the sunset...nothing wrong with that.
(3)Michael B.
I don't care that it's not authentic Mexican, it's still delicious! After a long day snorkeling and swimming in the sun, this is the perfect place. We were staying down in Wailea, so this is a close affordable option. Food was fresh and prepared quickly.. As a benefit, there was a small gift store adjacent that was going out of business, so we loaded up on touristy crap after eating. Visit: May 2008
(4)Rachel S.
I understand why this place has four stars. It's a fun, lively atmosphere. We went on cinco de mayo and it was packed. Bar is pretty cool along with their outside seating. Food, however, was a different story. I got a mahi mahi burrito that was $11 which included no rice or beans and I had to fish literally through the burrito for my mahi. THere was next to none. I also thought the margaritas were just bad. This is one of those places that "MEASURE OUT" the tequilla. So when you order a large margarita you're getting 2 1/2 shots mixed with a disgusting margarita mix. On our 2nd (and last) round we ordered a large but had them put them in a small glass. Anyway, probably wouldn't go back. THere are much better places in Kihei to eat Mexican food and drink.
(3)Nancy F.
This restaurant is absolutely the worst at customer service I have ever encountered. My family and I stopped there on a Tuesday night and we waited 45 minutes for a party of 9, That was 6 adults and 3 children 3-9 years of age. When we were seated they sat us in a dark loud corner of the bar, people were using profanity the music was blasting and I felt it was an inappropriate choice of seating for small children. I asked the hostess if we could be re-seated and she sent us to the upstairs area which was a totally different restaurant ! When asked if we could be seated in Fred's she told us no, she stated " you know its Taco Tuesday!" Actually no I did not .
(1)Sara H.
Typical. Margaritas ranged from too much ice and too little pizzazz (the Classic), to decent (the Millionaire), to why in the world would I drink this all (the Skinny). Guacamole was chunky, fresh, and delicious and chips fried to crunchy deliciousness. Chicken fajitas and shrimp tacos were both worth good orders. If you are heartset on Mexican come on, but don't expect too much from the margaritas.
(2)Nick D.
Breakfast was not very good (eggs benedict with spinach)... but like most places in Maui, the food is generally pretty average at best. The service was good.
(3)Tanya F.
The 3 stars are for the Chingaderas. Did I spell that right? I dunno but they are delicious! Cheesy Chicken burrito, rolled in panco and deep fried. The Margaritas were strong enough, but not great. The Hostesses was a snotty little 12 yr old that treated us as an inconvenience. The server was ok. Nothing to shout about, she didn't let us go hungry or thirsty, but didn't really compel us to return.
(3)J S.
I have been to Fred's a number of times. Food quality is good. You get a lot of food for a very realistic price. After getting gouged so many places on Maui in the food department, this is a breath of fresh air. I am talking about from a price standpoint. Nice location right across the street from the beach. Inside there is some cool decor. Will return here on future trips.
(4)John O.
Fred's is always a good place to go for a decent margarita and some cheap Mexican food. I am very familiar with the Fred's in San Diego as I used to live a few blocks away from the one in the Gaslamp District. The Kihei Fred's is sistered by Moose's which I believe is up stairs? I did not bother going up the stairs. The food that I had was exactly like what you would get in San Diego. The only thing I noticed was the portions were a little smaller as far as the taquitos go. The margaritas were delicious. I ordered the top-shelf which were a bit pricey but worth it. As for the folks that visit here, well, mostly tourists of course. I did see some locals but was kind of hard to tell who was local and who was a tourist. I am not sure if I would be considered a tourist since I came here on a weekend get-away from Oahu??? Well, if you like quick Mexican food that is in no-way authentic, but tasty, try Fred's!
(4)Bryan B.
Everyone seems to love this place. Maybe I'm missing something but I think the food is just OK. Their burritos are huge but flavorless. Tacos, again, no flavor. Unless you're looking for a fun, bar type of atmosphere, head over to Maui Tacos for some good food. Great place to watch the sunset is right across the street. I guess that is worth something. Although you don't have to eat there to watch the sunset...
(2)Carmen M.
Ok food but terrible service. we went for an early dinner at 5 p.m. Fred's is a seat yourself place & even with it being only half full it took 10 minutes for our waitress to take our drink order & bring chips/salsa. My husband's order was wrong but after the wait we didnt feel like sending it back. We tried to pay with a visa gift card which according to the waitress "never works". We then resorted to cash but the waitress never came back so we had to track her down to pay with cash. Took another 10 minutes to get change. Skip freds & go to moose's. Fast service, good attitudes & happy hour from 4-7. Food is good too!
(1)Kai R.
You are probably thining - how good would the Mexican food be on Maui? Well, this place is pretty darn good. No, it isn't 100% authentic, but the food was very tasty and good portion sizes. Ocean-view to boot. One of the more reasonably affordable places to have lunch or dinner on Maui.
(3)Danielle H.
During our 10 days on Maui last November we went to Fred's at least three times (sadly not for Taco Tuesday). Our first night we were starving and went to the closest place to our condo (Fred's!) It was Halloween, and let me say that Spartacus was very nice to look at. The margaritas were huge, and the beer in the margarita glass is fun. The mahi tacos were amazing. I didn't touch the beans and rice since I was so full from the tacos, they put huge pieces of fish in each one. We'll be back in April and I know we'll hit Fred's for taco tuesday this time! If you're in walking distance definitely walk, the parking lot is tiny and really hard to get turned around in.
(5)Stacy B.
We came here for Taco Tuesday and it's a good deal. The drinks are cheaper after 4pm, and the tacos are $3 each for the non-seafood varieties. We tried the carnitas, cheeseburger, and crispy chicken and they were all good. Good atmosphere.
(3)Mama K.
Decent Breakfast, but they ran out of Banana Muffins! This is practically criminal in Maui...good view, decent viewand clean restrooms...always a bonus!
(3)Eric S.
Just ate here. I have a feeling this place is better for drinks. But as far as Mexican food goes. I would avoid it. I ordered a carne asada burrito, and in less than 2 minutes the Burrito came out. Which leads me to believe A) it wasn't fresh. B) it was reheated. The burrito was large. But i could barely finish it.
(1)Rita H.
5th DAY IN MAUI - Tuesday 9/16/08 All I have to say is TACO TUESDAYS are the bomb. You get your pickings of $2.95 or $3.95 specialty tacos as well as specials for cerveza and margeritas. They had a specialty taco called the cheeseburger - came with fries inside and everything. Chad our waiter was awesome. This was a hip and happening place for Tuesday night. We came back on Thursday night to Moose's (upstairs) and it just wasn't the same.
(5)Jason R.
Drinks are a little pricey, but the food was pretty good. We had the chicken enchiladas, veggie enchiladas, and the chips and salsa and all were fantastic! The margaritas were good, but expensive (almost doubling the meal cost). Service was attentive and friendly. Location is great!
(4)Jeff E.
The food was really good!!! I had the mahi mahi fish tacos and I was more than satisfide. Mango margirita was also really tasty. We heard this was the place to go for breakfast, so maybe after we try it I'll keep you all updated. Only downfall was waitress seemed a little snootie, but nothing to get all up in arms about.
(4)Julie L.
Garbage. I'm sorry. But this place gets by with average food, downright bad margaritas, and complacent service because it's big, kitschy, well-promoted, and it has views. I've tried it several times (drinks, food, breakfast, lunch) and it doesn't get any better (or worse), so it's time to give up.
(2)Shirley D.
Great place, all you bad reviewers were wrong. Great service, food came quickly and was really good. We got the taco kids meals for the kids which was huge and u had the steak taco. Free salsa was tasty. Nice ocean breeze and good but pricey margies. Good place if you want a good value filling meal. And they play great oldies music. Hummed to a few 80's songs.
(4)Charlie Z.
Upon entering this busy restaurant, a sign read, "seat yourself and don't forget a menu." to my surprise the menu was far more exciting than any other Mexican restaurant I've been in. Lots is variety from appetizers to desserts. If you are a salsa fan they have traditional, tomatillo jalapeño, chipotle, and oh the so favorite habanero. Service was great and priced reasonable. A must visit while on Maui.
(4)Greg C.
I have to admit that in all the 35+ yrs that I've been coming to Hawaii, I've never ever eaten Mexican food on the islands. Who goes to the islands to eat Mexican food? I do now! A lot of the previous reviews talk about Fred's not being authentic Mex cuisine....I have to agree....however, it doesn't claim to be an authentic Mex restaurant! It bills itself as a 'San Diego-Style' Mex restaurant! Whatever the hell that is. But it's damn good! We always see the place as we're driving by and it's always crowded in the front patio seating area and always say we're going to check it out, but never did. I mean, why would I wanna eat Mex food when Da Kichen is right down the street? So one night we took a chance and went. We had a couple of the combo plates with tacos, enchiladas and this fried hockey puck looking thing that was off da hook!! I think it had chicken, and beans and corn and sour cream and some other stuff in it and it was fried with an ever-so-lovely-light-batter and there were two of them in a combo plate along with a taco and enchilada. Those were equally good with a lot of San Diego goodness, whatever that means. Oh, and the chips and salsa before the meal were good too! the chips are fresh and they give you a hot and a mild salsa. A lot of the other reviews gave the service poor marks, but we had a San Diego looking Haolie dude and he was really friendly and helpful. No complaints there at all. Overall this is a good restaurant and I will be coming back....hopefully soon!
(4)Jeremy D.
My friends and I were visiting Kamaole beach and wandered into this restaurant on a whim. The restaurant is an open air restaurant with plenty of balcony seating and great views of the ocean. You seat yourself, which is different. They offer a great selection of margaritas (try the KA Rita...it's strong but there's a limit of 3 per customer), as well as a full bar. My friends had the Mahi Mahi tacos, which were outstanding! I had the carne asada quesadillas which were also outstanding. The entrees were around $10-12 each and the drinks were around $8-10. It was pricey but pretty typical for Kihei. Overall I'd recommend giving this place a try.
(4)Ron N.
I was at freds kihei. The place is filthy. We ordered three different food item the fish salad was so bad my wife could not eat it. The fish had a coating it had a brown coating it looks like it was on the grill to long. I asked for it to be taken off the bill the waiter said you ate the fish in the fish taco same fish personally it was not a good fish taco either, but the fish in the fish taco wasn't over cooked it was edible.
(1)Cole W.
I love all the pictures they have on the walls. I felt like I was the only one walking around with my beer and a friend laughing our ass off at some of the stuff they have up there. We came here on taco night and ohhh man, those are some awesome tacos. They seem a bit expensive but WORTH IT. This place was packed but some how we got in with a group of 6 right away. Definitely come check this place out.
(4)Zakk D.
Really a forgetable expereince. Good drinks, decent happy hour, but nothing really stood out to me. I tried a few different beers and they all tasted a bit stale. The wife had a great drink (something fruity, I can't remember them all) but it was just kinda "meh".
(2)Jeff B.
My meal was tasty if unspectacular. If you need a Mexican food fix, it will do fine.
(3)donna c.
this place is okay..a bit pricey. their margaritas looked good but i didnt get to try any. i didnt know that Fred's is a chain here in cali. so maybe ill visit one near my area. anyways, came here for dinner..i ordered the spinach chicken lettuce wrap and it was good. i want to say its one of the best that i've tried so far. they provide free chips and salsa which i like. so why the 3 stars? i wasnt wowed by this place..what do you expect its a chain restaurant.
(3)B H.
Good Tex Mex. Loved the fish tacos, for the price one of my favorite meals of the trip.
(4)Danforth Ridgewell Rutherford V.
Good value for Kihei. 24oz beer is 6.50, and I believe all the food is under $10. Definitely not authentic or gourmet, but the food is good quality and tasty, and the atmosphere is lively. Taco Tuesday is a big night at fred's, as in big waits and crowded, and a younger funner crowd, but might be worth it for the discounted tacos and drink specials. Edit: Actually I have to say the tacos are really, really good here in a tex mex sort of way. My current favorite are carnitas tacos but the calamari and shrimp tacos are also really good.
(4)juliet b.
My husband and I shared the surf and turf burrito it had black beans, rice, shrimp and carne asada. It was huge!!!! Very good, but had no a spicy kick to it. The margaritas were very good, my husband had the coco margarita (I thought it was too sweet) he liked it a lot. I had the Patron margarita it was very good (strong, just the way I like them). It has a good view of the ocean and outdoor seating.
(3)sandy d.
We have been going here for years while on vacation in Maui. I always have the same thing-carnitas taco. The smoky Hawaiian style pork with Maui salt is to die for. My husband usually has that or the calamari taco.It's quick. It's cheap. And it's close to the beach.
(4)Shane F.
Food's ok, nothing "original", but a fun atmosphere.
(3)shawn m.
These are some of the lamest reviews I've read. It's Maui, for Pete's sake. Get over it. It's decent Mexican food, and you get to watch the sunset.
(4)Esther T.
For some reason Fred's always came up when trying to decide what to eat. Probably because it's right off the main road and below Mooses. The view from Fred's is really neat and the Mahi tacos are yummy. Gracias Fredo!
(4)Northofthirty D.
Great Mexican food in Maui! Who would've thunk it!?!?! This place had huge portions at reasonable prices, which is perfect when on vacay (especially at a place like Maui, where everything seems a bit more pricey compared to at home). Had a combo plate with mahi-mahi fish taco, enchilada, and something called a chicken "chingadera." Never heard of that before, but it was a breaded, fried, tasty yummy that had chicken, gooey cheese and beans in it. kind of like a tiny fried burrito. Also had a ginormous strawberry margarita which was deliciously refreshing especially since we came here straight from the beach. Would definitely recommend this place....a good find!
(4)Gwen C.
Reminded me of home - San Diego. Fun place, good decorations, tasty food.
(4)Anino X.
I'll rate this place closer to three and a half stars. This spot was better than I thought it would be. I stopped in for breakfast and had a banana muffin along with some huevos rancheros. (First time having huevos rancheros too). The food, along with the mimosas, were good and hit the spot just right. The service could've been better. There were 6 waiters/waitresses on staff and only 2 occupied tables. It took about 10 minutes to get seated and another 20 minutes for someone to come by with menus and take a drink order. I know Maui's suppose to be chill and all, but c'mon!
(4)Melissa C.
Sit on the porch, watch the sunset, order a FREAKING HUGE margarita, order tacos or enchiladas (don't expect amazing Mexican food, it's pretty average, but hits the spot), and relax. Low key place with low key prices, and a satisfying meal.
(4)Erin O.
Fred's is a good place to go when you want to watch the traffic go by, look at the water from a distance, and just pass some time or relax after a day at the beach. I had the mahi mahi tacos which our server said is the most popular item on the menu. Also had a Patron margarita and the chips. Not a lot to say on the food because none of it really stood out. The server was very nice, good service, and the decor is fun. I think it could be a fun place to go at night and shoot some pool upstairs. I would go back again but not a place I'd seek out for the food or drinks. More of a casual, fun bar atmosphere that happens to sell San Diego style tacos and drinks.
(3)B P.
It was ok Atmosphere was nice and the place was buzzing....Margaritas were a bit watery and the food was average...Nonetheless, being on vacation we still had a great time.
(3)cubs w.
This place was so good. They don't serve "authentic" mexican, but the cal-mex items are awesome. Their mexican egg rolll is awesome, so is the crispy chicken tacos. Go here if you are staying in Wailea
(5)Mae S.
Not the greatest Mexican food. I wouldn't expect more being so far from Mexico -- but across the Island, Milagros is doing it so much better. I had a huge burrito that was mainly full of rice. I doused it with hot sauce from the bottle on the table. The other diners in my party were pretty satisfied, at any rate. The service was pretty fast. The view is great but if you face the Pacific Ocean across one of the world's most beautiful beaches I'm not sure it's YOUR view.
(3)Randi S.
Food was a little boring, and I was given the wrong thing (I ordered a mahi mahi burrito and recieved the tacos instead...meh close enough). The margaritas were GOOD and the location can't be beat...fair prices, and we were seated promptly. I loved the decor..it's like a mexican red robin. The place upstairs is pretty cool to check out for a few drinks after dinner as well. We got a table right at the edge of the patio and watched the sunset. I took too many photos and annoyed my boyfriend. Would go again but 3 stars for the somewhat boring food and the fact that it's a chain......but the waitress was not snobby, the service was prompt, and she didn't seem like she didn't want to be there.. which is the cardinal sin of all waitressing. unless you work at a truck stop diner.
(3)Kate J.
Truly gross. Dirty. Awful food. Poor service. Weak drinks. The salsa tastes like canned tomato paste. :::: shudder :::::
(1)Marisa M.
Um, no. No thanks, not again. Greasy food, watered-down drinks, long wait, overpriced "Cal-Mexican" food. I guess it's a good place for non-Californians who aren't familiar with better (I'm trying to be positive!).
(2)Kristen S.
Tasty Mexican/American food. Prices are very reasonable for a sit down dinner in Maui. My family tried their crispy chicken tacos and they all loved it, my dad(granted he is no Mexican foodie) said they were some if the best tacos he has had. This place is a great casual restaurant, we came here straight from a day at the beach and sat on their open porch. Happy with the food, the service, view of the beach and the drinks. Will come again, thank you fred's!
(4)John K.
Twist my arm! I hate to admit looking down my nose at Fred's. We would walk by and see people with their flashing pucks (like the Olive Garden) waiting to get a table. Lord, there's a beautiful beach across the street with picturesque sunsets. The Greek Bistro is right behind Fred's, so we've kept our eye on the crowds. We walked down from our condo and couldn't decide on a place to eat, we settled on Fred's because the crowds were low. We opted to eat at the bar. This is always a great option when you don't have kids to worry about. Honestly, the bartenders were fun, funny, and much more attentive then the wait staff. I ended up with way too many Margaritas, but since we were walking, it didn't matter because they were freaking awesome. The food was surprisingly fresh and delicious. I love it when I'm wrong!
(4)ed b.
They have great reasonably priced breakfast. My kids loved the banana muffins made fresh daily. The food took a little while but it was worth it.
(4)Barbara G.
Don't share your hard earned money with this bland unoriginal supposedly Mexican restaurant with a haphazard bartender. I know this is a margarita bar but I thought I would see how they were a bit out of their element and ordered a dirty martini. The barkeep did NOT ask if I wanted a gin or vodka martini...just rattled off vodkas..I went with it since I thought he was comfortable with that. Shoddy, at best. The Carne asasda fajitas were mediocre...the beef steak strips were good and the black beans, too. Their salsa is totally wimpy...More like lumpy tomato paste. I asked for more corn tortillas but never got them. I had chosen to sit at the bar since I was a solo diner...I asked ahead of time if the bar was a full service food area...assured yes but they were dillusional if they called that service. Walk a few steps further behind this place to 808 Bistro or just down the road to Cafe O'Lei...Cafe o'lei can make that martini and any margarita to perfection. Poor service, inept bartender, mediocre food and a condescending attitude onfthat bartender warrants no further of my patronage.
(1)Alex S.
This place was a major dissappointment, particularly after the concierge at a local hotel sent me there. Food was bland Calmex with too much cheese, not enough interesting flavors, no cilantro. Guac had mayo in it, I think. Yuck. The setting was totally touristed out with almost no locals. I'm sure its a good place to drink but don't expect good mex food. Decent for kids unless the table next to you is getting hammered - lol. the last sentence was a joke.
(2)Lyn K.
Great location, good inexpensive food and great margaritas.
(4)Farah J.
very good mexican food... quality of food kicks DUO's ass at the four seasons,, no joke... if we are comparing quality of food... freds is amazingly fresh and big portions.. umm... i have the chicken suaza, which was very good... and the carne asada burrito that had tons of meat in the big long thicks chunks and it was the biggest burrito i have ever seen.. and their prices are right on!! they rock for mexican food..
(4)Michelle N.
Taco Tuesday is always a reason to go BIG in Kihei. The tacos are cheap and delicious with their special sauce and the tequila always adds an intoxicating spin to the night. I do love me some tequila so obviously I am a fan of their well endowed tequila selection and the fact that the margs and shots are half price on Tuesdays. If you know anyone in Kihei, you are destined to run into them at Fred's on Tuesday because everyone who is anyone knows that this place provides an excuse to get crazy during the week!
(4)Kevin B.
Very fun. Good beer. friendly quick service. Good for kids. I had the spicy pork and it was very good. This place is just fun and lively. Good view of the water and sunset. If you are staying in Kihei and want a pretty inexpensive meal this is a good place.
(3)Charles M.
Fred's is a fun place. The decorations all over the walls and ceilings give it some great character while the open air seating provides for a wonderful atmosphere. The service was friendly and quick but more importantly, the food was AWESOME! Beginning with the chips and salsa, my brother sister and I were all very impressed with the high quality, great tasting salsa that we were served. The menu has PLENTY of choices and I ended up going with one of their 1 lb plus chicken burritos smothered in ranchero sauce. I must say that the burrito was nothing to write home about taste-wise but the ingredients tasted extremely fresh and I was well beyond full about 3/4 of the way through the thing. There are a few minimal complaints I had about this place: 1- there were birds EVERYWHERE in the restaurant. I almost stepped on a few myself. 2- there were a fair amount of kids that should have been on leashes but were instead running around and chasing the birds 3- the burrito did not have a signature taste. It was a great work of food but it just didn't grab me by the balls like I wanted it to. I would DEFINITELY recommend this place to anyone who wants a great sit-down Mexican meal in a wonderful location.
(4)erica t.
We stopped at Fred's while driving down the western coast of Maui and we were happy we did. We both got fish tacos and they were pretty tasty. The margaritas we had weren't too strong, but the tacos made up for them! We would happliy go back if in Kihei again.
(4)Danielle G.
Great mexican food if your looking for it while visiting Maui. I first got the skinny margarita but that was definitely too sweet for me. Instead I got the feeds cadiallac margarita and it was great. The nachos are a great appetizer. If you can, ask for extra queso on them because it is the best part. The taquitos were okay, not something I'd order again. Some people in my group loved the calamari but for being on Maui, I thought it was going to taste a lot more fresh. It may have just been over cooked but I'm not sure. The three amigos was what I ordered for my entree. I would suggest ordering the fish tacos alone. The chicken and carne asada tacos were nothing to write home about. Decent salsa and chips were good if you got the seasoned ones. Nice and relaxed atmosphere.
(4)Angie M.
Chips and salsa are good. Enchiladas have a generic red sauce that doesn't have that much flavor. House margarita was watered down. Couldn't detect any booze. Meh.
(2)Sarakate L.
The views are great, the margaritas are tasty and pack a punch, the chips are warm, and the portions are gigantic! The staff is upbeat and fun... This is a great place to stuff your face or just kick back, have a drink, and do some people watching!
(5)Dan M.
I ordered an Asada Burrito to share with my girlfriend. The amount of carne was disappointing. The burrito was fairly large but the tortilla was not grilled or heated at all, therefor it had a chewy, artificial texture, similar to TacoBell. The chips tasted as if they were out of a bag and we're not warm. A real Mexican restaurant will cut up the tortillas and fry them, I know this because my cousins own one. The salsa tasted very sweet for some reason, luckily they had some Tapatio I could throw in there. They did not serve any beans with the chips either, this was a huge negative. For a 16 dollar burrito, I expected much better flavor, I was not impressed and don't see myself heading back there considering everything on there menu was overpriced.
(3)Celsie S.
Don't waste your time or calories on this place. Someone recommended this place cuz they were from "southern California" and know good Mexican food... Take my word, it's not good Mexican food! It's overpriced and cheap quality. The Carne Asada burrito had barely any meat in and the red sauce on top was yucky. This place gets two stars instead of one because the atmosphere was nice-ish! The open windows and scenery was very welcoming. However, that was the only thing that was welcoming. The food was not.
(2)Alyssa J.
Unfortunately you CAN screw up breakfast and my mother and I both got food poisoning after eating here. Breakfast with tea came out to $15 each
(2)no n.
The food is Good but a bit overpriced unless it's Taco Tuesday . On the other hand some Bartenders here ASWELL as many places on Maui are FULL OF THEM SELVES ? They Act like " There is just no way you could ever ha e a bad experience on Dream Land Maui " They Positively will conflict with ANY 1/2 way Unpleasant experience you might have had . They try to Hush you and Say things like " OH WELL THAT COULDN'T HAVE HAPPENED " Maybe it was you The last time I went there this ASS BARTENDER digested that I was a " SALTY SAILOR " Well that is NO WAY to get a Tip from Me . ASWELL as this and Many other establishments try to OVER CHARGE YOU Over Serve you and EXPECT you to Pay anyway. This AUTOMATIC TIPPING just CUZ your on Vacation is Just " FOR THE BIRDS " You know a UNPLEASANT EXPERIENCE IS UNFORTUNATE BUT WHEN AN Employee tries to Tell you how YOU SHOULD FEEL and Insinuates that your Negative and well " IT MUST BE YOU " This is When I am POSITIVE IT IS NOT ! Don't be intimidated These people see Customers like You EVERYDAY 24/7 They do NOT GIVE A SHIT ABOUT LITTLE OLD YOU !
(2)Vanessa C.
THIS IS THE ABSOLUTE WORST 'AUTHENTIC' MEXICAN RESTAURANT!! When we walked in the door, the servers wrinkled their noses at us and made us wait an hour to be seated. It was Taco Tuesday. Luckily there was a gift shop next door with a variety of souveniers. The bar exuded loud voices, whereas the walls contained provocative images of women. The waitress seated us in high seats which wasn't very appropriate for my baby brothers. The waitress had to speak to us within a 3 inch radius because nothing could be heard above the loud drunken voices. The food tasted horrible. I would have prefered Taco Bell. Cockroaches the sizes of fists skidded across the floor. My mother ordered the pork tacos and immidiately spit it out. She had severe food poisoning in the night and her agononizing screams could be heard throughout the house. My beans tasted sour and I gagged in my mouth at the putrid taste. Public school cafeteria food tastes better than this garbage! Well what can you expect from 'Fred's Mexican' restaurant? Maybe if it was Javier 's or Juanito's or Jose's Mexican Cafe, I would have expected more. This is not real Mexican food, I can find more scrumptious and authentic mexican food in China. When I got home I immidiately ran to the bathroom because various unknown liquids were squirting out of me. Save yourself a trip to the hospital. The service was horrible. The waitress forgot to give us silverware, so my family had to eat the food with our fists. The bathrooms weren't any better. There was a horrendous stench wafting around the room and all the toilets were covered with urine. The toilet paper felt like sand paper scraping against your a**. When we finally left the restaurant, a drunken man approached our car and wouldnt leave. He started gesturing inappropriately at my baby brothers. We fled for our lives and drove away from the ghetto neighborhood. We will definitely never come back. This restaurant was originally recommended to us by a friend, but it wasn't a very good recommendation. If you are vacationing in Maui, please skip this place.
(1)Ben L.
Here's what I love about Fred's -- it's consistent and pleasant and it's also open late at night (relative to other restaurants in the area). My experience with the menu has been limited to the chicken tostada salad and the chicken tortilla soup. It always hits the spot, making me feel full, but not stuffed. It's become a comfort spot and I have NEVER had a bad experience with the staff. Everybody has always been good and attentive to us. Thank you, Fred's!
(4)Mike E.
I want to love this place, but the food doesn't quite do it for me. I had the carnitas burrito with suiza sauce. It was alright, but would try something new next time. Maybe fajitas. Can't go wrong there. Hubby had carne asada burrito with suiza sauce. He liked.
(3)Kimberly P.
Yummy food .... Fast service with a smile. Nice waitress ......Anna banana was awesome
(5)Matt K.
I can't speak for every night but Taco Tuesday is awesome! Great specials, tacos, and service.
(5)Andrew R.
First off its a decent ambiance and seating. We got a table for four in minutes time. Let's start with the chips and salsa, salsa has a good amount of kick excellent flavor but the chips were a tad bit stale, also the waitresses are well trained and very genuine to the consumers. The #cheeseburgertacos are really great pic and price. Also pretty cheap food but really delicious ingredients. Next time I'm in Maui, Hawaii I'll check back in to #fredsmexicanfoodandcafe
(4)Ravi V.
Usual Mexican food. We ordered enchiladas. The black beans were average cooked. The enchilada was great. We also got a chips with queso and both the chips and queso were terrible. Queso was very salty and chips were really hard. The house margheritas are as bad as the sound. The glass and salt edge look good but they were dilute and didn't taste as much margheritas like for the price.
(3)Katie H.
On Tuesdays Fred's offers a selection of a la carte tacos ranging from $3-5, as well as drink specials which include 20 oz margaritas for 5$. Bar service was very attentive. All six tacos we ordered were delicious. Tacos were on the larger side and prepared with care. Good flavor and each one was distinct. Shrimp taco was my favorite - the sauce was amazing! Margarita and complimentary chips with salsa were also tasty. Great value!
(4)Kourtney B.
The food was good but nothing rockstar awesome so if you are like looking for something unique, this probably isn't the place. I thought the food lacked salt which is silly I know as most food out is saltier than at home. I salted my fajitas which is something I can say I've never done before. The view was spectacular however and we had good service. The restaurant was clean enough but not spotless by any means. It has outdoor seating so I would expect this from a spot like this. I was surprised that they didn't serve chips and salsa...seemed strange for a Mexican place. All in all was a good spot for lunch.
(4)John S.
Freds is a part of a corporate entity moose mcgillicuddys. don't come here. it is a typical corporate overpriced bar that isn't a Mexican restaurant. it's corporate. sorry moose, but I stopped supporting you 10 years ago when you went tourist. tourists. do not support this place, there are better places to go.
(1)Mike M.
Cheap bar food across the street from the beach. Ok but they need to up their game. Horrible white pasta sauce in the natchos. STAW AWAY from them
(2)Jason D.
A great place to have a fun meal. Tacos are tasty and you need to try the KA it's a three drink max limit.
(4)Kylie H.
This place is great for taco Tuesday. Every taco is served ala carte and is from 2.95-4.95. The service was pretty slow but there was a ridiculous amount of people ready for this same deal. The margaritas have, what tasted like, zero booze in it. Even though we waited for an hour and it took 20 minutes to get a glass of water, it was well worth it. I had the calamari and buffalo chicken tacos and my boyfriend had the carne asada tacos. It was all great, and did I mention cheap! A must see and taste!
(4)Abigail S.
Puts Fred's in Huntington Beach to shame. Loved the shrimp tacos and lemonade margarita. Britt our waitress was the bomb. she had the best personality. It's too bad she can't rub her attitude off on the hostess. Thanks Britt and the bartender for a great dinner.
(4)Andy B.
Went to Fred's because it was the closest thing to my place. Just went for a drink. Also, the lady at the ice cream shop thought they probably served up the best lava flow in the immediate area. She was wrong. Didn't get a buzz. Didn't taste amazing. Really nice bartender. Place was empty one time, pretty busy though on the Friday night, but my brother and I got mesmerized by the vintage MTV playing and just kept watching a bunch of our favorite music videos like Jeremy's Spoken, Heart Shaped Box, Spoonman, Cannonball, etc. I don't know why but that took precedent over the ladies at the time.
(2)Vi C.
Went here a few years back. Mixed Drinks were reasonable and strong. Let's just say it was a fun walk back home. The staff was nice they took the pic my 7 year old drew and hung it up at the entrance. My husband grew fond of this place after tearing his clavicle on the third day into our trip on Big Beach. Fred's drinks and painkillers we're the only thing that let him sleep and tolerate the next 6 days of the trip. Growing up in No Ca I can't say the Mexican food was off the hook but it's worth going for drinks alone. BTW Place was packed every night we passed by.
(5)B S.
Food was palatable for Mexican food in an area that is not traditionally Hispanic. I had to search for the chicken in my chicken chimichanga. Priced quite high, I thought. Drinks were mixed average and were slow to come around. Overall, don't think I'd return.
(2)Andrew C.
Heavy imitation Mexican food in a loud, and kitschy environment. The chips and salsa were blah, taquitos oily and processed and the bartender seemed overwhelmed. I liked that you could sit outside and that the restaurant feels open my drink was fine.
(1)Amie P.
Visited Fred's on Taco Tuesday and their prices were fabulous! $3-$5 tacos ranging in selection from chicken, carne asada, calamari, ahi, shrimp, etc. My favorite is the Calamari Taco's. Nicely cut Calamari Steaks mixed with Napa Cabbage, diced Tomatoes and Cilantro folded in a flour tortilla. The Margaritas were $5, Draft brews range from $3. Fred's draws in a pretty busy crowd (at least on Tuesday). Restrooms are shared with Moose's upstairs and several nice areas to view the sunset from S. Kihei Road.
(4)Mary M.
I'm so glad to see Mexican food in Hawaii. Seriously...being in CA, you get totally spoiled with the amount of diversity that is offered in the culinary realm. I did not have high expectations for this place after reading the reviews, but we thought...what the hey, give it a try. We sat on the patio which enabled us to view the sunset at its optimum time. This I liked. The food was decent...nothing wow-ish, but totally edible. What I liked was the hella strong margarita that they will only serve 3 to one customer. We each had two. T(the pics of us by the sunset right after that...eyes look funny, lol) I would return here again. mahalo
(4)Jacqueline H.
Happened to be at Fred's on Cinquo de Mayo of all the days, after a long day in the sun, late in the evening when most folks frequenting Fred's were drunk, moustachioed and dancing stompily to 90s hits. Despite the apparent disorder we were promptly seated, attended to (in a very polite and slightly apologetic manner) and our food and drinks were served with little delay, I was very surprised given how busy it was! The margaritas were delish as was the giant fish burrito! The menu says over one pound I think? We guessed it was easily 3 pounds. And every bite was fantastic, although we were glad we got one to share. We'll be back to Kihei and to Fred's!
(4)Rachel E.
The food was good. For Mexican food in Hawaii this place is decent. Drinks are great. Convenient, off the main road in Kihei, with perfect view of the ocean. Had a great meal with our family.
(3)Gregory J.
Amazing service and amazing food! Waitress was very on top of refilling water and chips/salsa. The only downfall was that the chips were a little stale tasting. For main dishes we had seared ahi taco which was delicious, carnitas burritos (substituted with sauza sauce..good choice.), cheeseburger taco which was very unique but still yummy, and Baja fish tacos that were also amazing!! Overall very satisfied.
(4)Momo B.
Pleasantly surprised by this place (especially after reading the reviews!) We ate here for lunch and the food was fresh and delicious... Portions were huge and we were stuffed, especially after the chips and salsa! I loved the Kihei Salad and fresh guacamole. If you sit outside on the patio, hopefully other diners will not throw chips to the birds. (Who does that?) Overall, good food for your money.
(4)James T.
Excellent view! Chips are homemade and phenomenal. Cheeseburger taco is highly recommended. We ate here on our last night in Hawaii and it was a great choice.
(4)Shauna L.
My sweets and I went for Taco Tuesday to try the tacos. We decided the tacos were not anything special and probably wouldn't order again. We did enjoy our Nachos and the salsa's. Order the salsa spectacular to try them all. My favorites were the Salsa Verde and the Habanero. We agreed we would most likely come back on Taco Tuesday since they have a great special on Margaritas. We would just stick with splitting the nachos.
(3)Michael Z.
Service was great, location was great, the drinks were just fine, but the food leaves a lot to be desired. The salsa that came with the chips was too mild, and really could have been put on top of pasta. Too tomatoey. I had the carne asada burrito, and while the meat was quite good, the rest was simply meh. The portion was huge, but only came with a tiny dollop of sour cream and lettuce. The tortilla was both soggy and stale at the same time. But the worst offender was the ranchero sauce, which was simply too sweet and tasteless, with no kick whatsoever. That really killed it for me. Sauces and salsas are very important here, and they simply failed here.
(1)J R.
Came by for breakfast. The banana macadamia nut pancakes with coconut syrup was awesome! Had a super nice waitress. She was incredibly friendly and helpful. We will be back!
(5)Jess W.
We thought the food and service were great and would highly recommend this place. We had queso and chips, cheese enchiladas and ahi tacos! Easy place to find and easy parking.
(4)Kim N.
We went and had chicken chingaderas! cRuNcHy! They were awesome! Never had one, service was great, the view was awesome, all our food was delicious. We don't go out a lot, but the locals all luv this place so we thought we better go!
(4)Watson B.
Went for happy hour -- drinks were great and the chips and guac was even better--plus you can get a decent view of the ocean from their deck. Can't speak to the entrees, but 4 stars on the happy hour.
(4)Sepp S.
Nice Mexican food with big patio and nice staff. Liked the food and service and for a casual evening or lunch it's the perfect place.
(4)Beth K.
Great view and walking distance from our condo. Staff is friendly, helpful, and timely. Good beverage options. Fairly traditional Mexican fare. Food was OK. Nothing 5 star but certainly eatable and worth another visit in the furture.
(3)Steve B.
The place is AWESOME. Yes, I know, who goes to Hawaii to eat Mexican food, right? Well, you outta. Food is great quality, bar drinks are strong and generous. Beautiful view right across the road from the beach. The portions are RIDICULOUSLY big. My daughter ordered a "kids burrito" that was more than I could have eaten as a grown man Check the place out!
(5)Jordan B.
Well, today was my first time trying Fred's and coming from Southern California, I suppose I'm a bit picky about my Mexican food. The two good things I can say about this place is that the waitstaff is amazing - they are attentive, quick, polite, and very helpful! And, they can make a good margarita that doesn't melt even in the lunch time heat. So, the things that we got were the fish tacos, carne asada burrito, three amigos combo, the 5 taquitos (appetizer), and the Wednesday tamale special. Let me begin with saying that the portions are huge and definitely compliment the price even though it is expensive for what you get (quality-wise, not quantity). Every single thing we ordered was nearly taste-less. The salsa had no kick to it and neither did any of the hot sauces. The meats tasted like nothing and the carne asada tacos honestly tasted as if they had used tomato sauce to marinate the meat in which was absolutely nauseating for me. The taquitos, I don't even know what kind of meat was inside of them because it tasted like paper. and the only salvageable thing was the guacamole that had a slight taste to it (but it was chunky and not heavy with tomatoes which is something I enjoy). The only thing my mom and grandmother could say was "There's a lot here." So, in the end, we just decided to leave most of it. I've heard that this isn't the better Mexican place on the island, and I don't recommend it at all.
(2)Barbara B.
We walked in with 10 family members the first night out in Maui. They were able to seat us right away without a reservation. The service was stellar, the food was okay. We love the location in downtown Kihei (close to the water) but not sure I would go back. I'm usually on the hunt for really good food.
(3)Bryan T.
Unless you truly do not care what you put in your mouth to fill you up - steer clear of this place. The food is sub-par awfulness - poorly seasoned or bland - depending on where you are on the plate. It seems good for families - but you will leave disappointed and, admittedly, full. Friendly staff and eclectic (sometimes funny) wall art do not go far enough to earn my recommendation.
(1)Susangela M.
No, find another option in Kihei. There seemed to be a handful of customers out on the deck each time we walked by so thought it would be worth checking out. Our waitress was sweet with long blond hair firmly pulled back in a ponytail. My fish tacos were ok, nothing to get excited about. My husband's nachos included a long brown hair. Our appetites were ruined.
(1)Robert M.
Macadamia nut/banana pancakes to die for. Fried rice with eggs and ham was great. Excellent views of ocean and service. A must stop for breakfast when visiting Maui
(4)Matt B.
Fred's is a typical Mexican restaurant. We tried this since our favorite spot is closed on Sundays. There aren't a lot of Mexican places on Maui, so if you're thinking of a basic mexican place that you would find on the main land, this is it. The food was good, it was exactly what I was expecting. We had an enchilada plate (chicken/beef/pork) and a chicken burrito. The portions were huge which was a plus. They have a great chipotle salsa as well as a few others depending on how hot/not hot you want it.
(3)Matt K.
My wife and I wend to Fred's to suppress the craving we both had for Mexican food and a Margarita. We both thought it was a great restaurant. I particularly enjoyed the choice of salsa to go with the chips before the meal... the chipotle salsa was incredible, but be warned that it earns every one of the 3 Jalapenos on the 'spicy meter'. We shared the surf and turf fajitas which was more than enough food to fill us both (though I did fill up quite a bit on chips & salsa). I just cannot give this restaurant 5 stars because I have had better Mexican food, but this place was great and I would most certainly visit again. Almost forgot to mention that there is a great view of the sunset if you time your dinner just right.
(4)Lacey H.
Hands down the best view in all of Kihei. Enjoyed lunch here after spending the morning at the beach. It's the kind of place you can go when you're still wet from the water and covered in sand, but need a hearty, sit down meal. Service was friendly and fast and the food was great. The chips and salsa were divine and we inhaled at least two of each before our meal came. I ordered the cheese enchilada + chicken tostada combination meal, with Mexican rice and black beans. They graciously brought me slices of avocado on the side instead of guacamole. Everything was great, but by the time I dug into the tostada, what was once a crispy shell had been reduced to a soggy mess. It had been placed on top of the hot rice, and that combined with the wet salsa on top made for a limp tostada. One tip: unless it clearly states "breast meat," the chicken will be dark meat with the skin on. Not my favorite thing in the world, and after biting into a mouthful of skin, I quickly shoved the rest of the chicken to the side. I would definitely recommend this place to others. The great food combined with the breathtaking view (and fair prices) make it a no-brainer.
(4)Katherine M.
great decor and atmosphere, took awhile to get our food/drinks but when we did it was quite delicious. Huge portions, and there's always a "Margarita of the Day" special. We went on a Saturday and the special was the Mango - also yummy.
(3)Andrew S.
I live here on Maui and have visited Fred's on many occasions. Never have I had a bad experience. Fred's like many places gets slammed with people and tourists. If you come in at peak hours and expect a five star experience.. Dream on. I've never had bad service at all. It's not a resort restaurant at the grand wailea. Food is good, service is good. It's a touch more pricy than some places, but their drinks are great. Their nachos are my favorite. Trick is to ask for extra salsas at the start especially the habanero. Their chili rellenos are delicious. Burritos are bomb. So do yourself a favor and visit Fred's but know what to expect. Be polite and respectful of the servers too. They probably see hundreds of dick head visitors and still try to put on a smile for you.
(5)Ingrid H.
Great casual ocean view restaurant. Has great laid back beachy open air feel. Outside lights make it very welcoming. Service was quick and the burrito we ordered was huge, enough to feed 3 people if you wanted. It did have rice on it, which I don't care for, as it seems like filler to me, but my son thought it was awesome! There is no particular happy hour, but there is $1 off the daily selected margarita all day. Bar has screens to watch the game, but is situated strangly in a corner kind of chopping up the room. Moose McGillicuddy's is right upstairs, so you can check out both places. I'll definitely go back, but just as a casual stop.
(3)Doug C.
So far, the BEST fish tacos I think I have ever had.. and I've tried a lot in my.years! We eat there maybe once or twice a week and it's always consistently good. No, not gourmet but you can tell that as soon as you walk in the door. Fred's is all about FUN!! I'm going back for more!
(5)Melissa H.
Food is great !!! Pricey but we have only been here 2 days and have ate there twice ! So that tells you it's good ! Queso and salsa is amazing !
(4)Jeff G.
OMG! Glad we discovered this place! It's a real gem! The food is EXCELLENT! Baja style tacos are as good as I've had anywhere. Chips and salsa are good and free. They have breakfast lunch and dinner here and I have had all 3 here and was amazed how good and reasonably priced this place was. Portions are plentiful to huge(breakfast). Best thing is the view of ocean from here. They have wide uninstructed view. You'd never know this place was so good if you didn't talk to the locals! Made my trip to Hawaii great !
(5)Jennifer M.
We've been to Maui three times, and went to Fred's on our first trip. I bet the locals stay away! We were so disappointed. The food is not worth us going back to.
(2)Marianne H.
I've been coming to Fred's for years and continue to explore their menu. Today, I had the Carnitas Enchiladas - delicious! Our server, Dawn, was busy but very attentive. All I have to say is that they are consistent and keep me coming back for more! Keep up the good work folks!
(4)Nicole G.
We went twice and ordered something different each time. Excellent taco and salsa variety. Service was good too.
(4)Carlyn M.
Womp womp! San Francisco native, mission raised on local taquerias but came here with an open mind after reading reviews. Came in for a late dinner with my fiancé and 8 year old, none of us were impressed. The waitress was let's just say unenthusiastic about serving us. We ordered carne asada grande nachos for starters, and it came out in less than 5 minutes of us ordering it. Automatically I thought of the assembly line I see when I go in to get a taco. The meat was dry, and they had some canned queso at the bottom. Our main dish a pollo asado burrito and a kids bean& cheese burrito-came out in about 2.5 minutes. The meal wasn't anything to go home bragging about. Don't expect a refill on drinks. Best part of this meal was the watching the cats playing beneath us.
(2)C C.
Pretty dirty place. Opened up menu to old guacamole all over inside. Sat down and birds or pigeons flying everywhere. They throw their leftover chips in drainage ditch off deck and that attracts even more birds. The kids liked the buffalo chicken taco. We all ordered tacos. The rest of tacos were less than average. Service was just average too. Probably a good place to just drink a beer and watch game, not eat. I would not go back.
(2)Heather C.
Absolutely offensive. This place is disgusting and dirty. I would not be surprised if someone died from eating at this horrendous establishment they call a restaurant. I would rather eat out of an unregulated food truck than this place. -the salsa was splashed all over the walls probably from weeks ago and was being dished out by the bartenders dirty hands and a bad attitude; -bar stools and seats were sticky and dirty; -service and staff were terrible, unprofessional and just overall pathetic -drinks were watered down, overpriced, and not to mention the invisibility cloak my husband and I were apparently wearing. We waited over 15 minutes to get the bartender (right in front of us) attention to order drinks. I wanted to leave but we were waiting on a cab and had no choice but to watch this shit show in full effect. I'll stick to actual Mexican food back home in California. Not even a good effort from Fred's. Shut this train wreck down!
(1)Adriana F.
Came a few days ago for the second time. First time I came here was over a year ago and we had ok food but horrible service. Service was OK this time but when I asked what was good the waiter said that everything is pretty much the same. The table and menus were sticky. The guacamole tasted like something that had been packaged for months before serving. The chips were warmed which was nice. The salsa was the same as anything you can get from a jar(not fresh tasting). The portions are good for Maui prices but it wasn't very tasty. I got a dish with chicken and it didn't have much flavor. The beans were dry. The drink prices were good and they have dos Equis Amber on tap. Ok for people looking for cheap drinks and drunk food.
(2)Kim K.
The food,service and Owner was Awesome. Visited each and every table and told their story. Authentic Mexican food. All fresh and homemade. Not too spicy. Their green sauce was to die for!! Specials are superb. Soooo tasty!! Honestly you must try the food. You will not be sorry!! The cocktails were large and delicious for the price.
(5)pam b.
I think it is the best mexican good on Maui - great service, great portions, yummy food and fun atmosphere - we loved it so much we ate there 2 nights in a row... A definite place while you are there - go a little later in the evening to get a great seat and a cool breeze.. A delicious meal for a very reasonable cost.
(5)Jason C.
Decent Mexican, would have out it more at 3 stars, but the wife said the seafood tacos were awesome.
(4)Sabina H.
Well they advertise Mexican food that is like that found in San Diego. I got my expectations up but they were dashed The burrito was ok. The chips were a bit stale and salsa kind of tomatoe saucy. But great service and nice view. I am probably spoiled having lived in S.D.
(3)Aimee R.
Service was not the best, but hey, we went on taco tuesday... kinda to be expected.. love the fish tacos, guac on the side is amazing... and HOLY hairy chest, they make some strong drinks there... hold on to your hats... if you dont have a pair, you'll grow some if you drink their specialty drinks. Aloha, enjoy!
(4)Dennis S.
Decent, predictable, but nothing special. Full menu and good bar. Service varies.
(3)Jo A.
I had high hopes for the simple fish burrito I ordered. It was a bit soggy, but had a nice spice to it. Sadly not long after I was doubled over in pain... So, to sum it up, good going in, not so good coming out. And their bottled rootbeer .... Ikkkk. Sorry freds, no bueno in this Mexicans eyes.
(2)Rebecca A.
We didn't exactly sample the Mexican part of the menu much (huevos rancheros for 1 in our party of 4) - but this was our first meal in Maui = Breakfast! Short walk from the condo we were staying at and first thing as they opened. Natalie was wonderful, took pictures for us and the food was plentiful portions, delicious and decently priced. You can likely find a coupon for a bit of a discount in the local tourist brochures - which we then use to tip good service more generously! We would have eaten here another time or two during our short stay except we opted to fix breakfast ourselves to save some dough!
(5)April B.
Guacamole def wasn't fresh. Enchiladas were just okay. The place is kind of dirty & 2 servers we encountered were nice, the other 2 seemed like they didn't want to be there themselves.
(3)CJ G.
A solid three stars plus one extra for the great taco and drink specials on "Taco Tuesdays." Fred's has all the makings of a great Mexican restaurant: copious beers on tap, an endless supply of chips with tasty salsas, multiple favors of margaritas, and great fish tacos. For diners craving a special dose of hot-hot-hot, be sure to ask for the habañero salsa. But be warned, it is not for the faint of palate. If you are in Kihei with a need for Mexican food, Fred's is your go-to place.
(4)Logie Z.
This is just your run-of-the-mill Mexican restaurant. When you take flash frozen fish, make sure it thaws out gradually, so the heat doesn't suck all the moisture out of it. *hint: Mahi Mahi. The bland salsa and food needs to be livened up a bit with spices like cumin, oregano and chili powder? Maybe? Killer view with sucky food. We'll skip this place on our next trip.
(2)Phil M.
I ate here twice, was very happy with both breakfasts. 1. corned beef hash with poached eggs. 2. 3 pancakes, 3 eggs over easy, 3 strips of bacon. coffee was as close to Dunkin Donuts as I found on this trip to Maui. Staff was helpful, pleasant, and quick.
(4)Becki J.
Stopped here for lunch one day and didn't realize they have one in Pasadena which is pretty close to me. Margaritas are FANTASTIC! Ordered nachos which was under the "appetizer" part and when they came out, it should have said "appetizer to feed a table of 8." They were ginormous and I couldn't even dent them. I love love love nachos and they were great! Just bummed they were so big. Husband got a fish taco and really enjoyed it. Although everything on the menu comes as a combo, you can order anything a la cart. Was seated right away. Sat on the patio. Had a friendly waitress. Defiantly would recommend.
(4)Ted K.
This place is average. Chips were not very good and the salsa was not very tasty. I got the bean, cheese and guacamole burrito. It wasn't bad but I added some tapatio sauce because it needed some flavor. My son said the beef tacos were very good. The best thing about this place is the location.
(3)Clay B.
Super good Juevos rancheros and worth your money. Came in here with close to no people inside and got awesome service
(5)Mary J.
Trying again. Shoot no service again terrible service the worse Should I call them to get service !? Maybe I should bring kids screaming and throwing stuff to get help
(1)Julie J.
What a great dinner! We had a large group and had amazing service from Nate. The food was fresh and delicious! The margaritas were just right! We will definitely be back!
(5)Emily K.
Big time yum! Great atmosphere, great food, big portions, good prices ($10-20) and open-air. A lot bigger inside than it appears from the outside. Will definitely return! Didn't give it 5 stars because the service wasn't outstanding (good, not great) and I didn't love the chips (though the salsa is awesome).
(4)Dale R.
fred's is the absolute coolest ~ great bartenders, management & staff ~ jeff behind the bar is the man! fun place to hang with great prices on some delicious Maui-mex food ~ a Maui renowned bar with great sports and spirits ~ the most gorgeous beaches on earth out front, fun people inside ~
(5)Elisabeth P.
My boyfriend and I have lived on Maui for a while, and we've been told by so many of our friends to try Fred's. I'm so glad we finally did! It was fantastic! Nice, casual setting right across the street from the beach. (We saw a school of dolphins jumping out of the water during our lunch to add to the experience.) Our server (I think his name was Josh) was so helpful and very knowledgeable about the menu. All of the staff was friendly and outgoing. The food was delicious and so filling! Definitely an awesome experience, and we will be back!
(5)Erik M.
If you're in Maui and feel like Mexican food, don't go to Fred's. My personal opinion is that wrapping (American) food in a tortilla doesn't make it Mexican. You can't even call this crap Tex-Mex. My fiancé and I ordered calamari as an appetizer. They looked like chicken fingers when they came out. They were kind of bland but not horrible. When I dipped them into the sauce... You know that bile taste you get, in the back of your throat, when throwing up a little in your mouth? That's what the sauce reminded me of. I ordered the surf and turf burrito. I got excited when my burrito came out because it was HUGE! I was slightly disappointed because it didn't have sides but it looked big enough to satisfy. I have a friend that gets all his food served in a bowl so he can mix it all together before eating it. I've always thought that was wrong and kind of gross... Now I know how he feels. The burrito is basically steak ( which I couldn't taste), shrimp (which was actually good) and all the sides mixed into one fat burrito. It wasn't good or bad but it was WRONG and not Mexican. My fiancé ordered the jaws combo. It's a cheeseburger taco, 3 rolled tacos and Mexican egg rolls. The cheeseburger taco is hamburger meat, cheese, fries and taco toppings in a soft taco shell. Not sure if it was good but it looked stupid. The rolled tacos are actually chicken taquitos... All I could taste was the corn tortilla. I'm not sure what the Mexican egg rolls were but they weren't egg rolls, Mexican or good. If you prefer pretending like your eating Mexican apposed to eating Mexican then this is your goto place! I don't really think there are many Mexicans named Fred, which should've been a hint.
(1)Patti M.
Visited here on the recommendation of friends who have been here before. We had a group of 8, we waited about 20 or so minutes for a table. They ended up seating us in the back of the bar area that was wide open. Service was very very slow. Painfully slow. Had to ask for water a couple of times, and then finally went to the bar to get it myself. Took forever for them to take our drink and meal order. Once placed they did take a bit of time to receive. I think we may have been a bit forgotten seated way back in the bar. Food was just average, not great. Overall, because of the high cost of food in Maui, I would not recommend Fred's Mexican Cafe. There is much better food and service out there for the money.
(2)Dee B.
Barf!! horrible mexican food!
(1)Regina P.
Good food for a good price! Love the drink specials! We've gone here on several occasions and were never disappointed.
(3)Loni B.
This was the worst meal by far that we had in the week we were here. We only ate here because it is a block from where we stayed but oh my gosh! It was the worst Mexican food I've ever had. Carne asada tacos were absolutely terrible and everyone else hated their meals too. Barely edible. Only gave 2 stars for the decor and the hilariously decorated bathroom!
(2)Bob C.
We also stumbled in on Saturday afternoon. The waitress told us to grab a couple of menus and sit at any table. That was fine with us. Our server didn't offer any suggestions so we tried the Pollo Quesadillas (chicken). There were basically just OK. Not much chicken and no so much cheese either. But the beer was cold enough. I've nvere been so disappointed in free salsa like we were here. Funny thingthough, that there was a sign on the table advertising four different flavored free salsas. But our server never mentioned them to us either. The server never did warm up. There must be better places to eat than here. We will be here on Maui for another week looking for much better places to eat and drink.
(1)Robert E.
Food was delicious. Met Anna-Banana & enjoyed her expert-tease. Too bad she isn't on the menu...will be back!
(4)Magical Maui O.
Good Mexican food, fun environment, awesome DIVA RITAS. Ask for the salsa sampler.
(5)Jason R.
Fred's was recommended to us by a friend who lives local. We ate here for breakfast a few times in the week we were in Maui and it was really good. Service was really friendly every time we went in and they have a nice lanai with an ocean view across the street. Prices are reasonable for what you get too! Definitely recommend this place myself!
(5)Paul E.
Typical "Mexican" food place on the island. Food was not bad and the margaritas were awesome! The waitress was very nice and pleasant.
(3)Stephanie D.
Nachos were pretty good but not the greatest. At least they pile plenty of toppings so you don't run out of toppings before chips. Slow service! We were one of 3 groups in the restaurant and it took forever to have our order taken. The view was very nice
(3)Jon S.
We had high hopes for Fred's since the original in San Diego was pretty tasty. We ordered 2 kid's meals and 2 adult meals that were passable. The Carne Asada burrito was mostly beans and rice, and the meat was not very good quality. The best part of the meal was the different salsas you could order with chips. The thing that ticked me off the most about our experience was the root beer I ordered for my kid. They brought a bottled root beer for him and charged us $4.75 for it. That cost more than my beer! There should have been a head's up from the waitress that it was not a standard fountain drink. Overall, passable but might be worth trying somewhere else.
(2)Andi F.
Good food! Huge portions. The birds walking around inside is gross....but they can't do much because its kind of an indoor outdoor type restaurant. I got fajitas with corn tortillas because I'm gluten free...waitress was also celiac so she knew what was safe. Hubby got a fish burrito he really liked it. We eat a lot of Mexican and this was pretty good.
(4)Melody S.
Unfortunately the great view was dampened by the bad service. Our waitress was rude and unwelcoming, especially when we had a party of 8! Also, we had a situation where my cousin needed to exchange a shirt she bought, and even though she was exchanging it for a shirt of a lesser value (that was even posted on the welcome desk!) the waitress and manager were rude about it and said she'd get an even exchange, acting as if they were doing her a favor??! It was awkward and confusing to say the least. So unfortunate that their business probably survives on tourists, so the bad service will really go unnoticed because of the great view and location, and non-repeat business.
(2)Cristina C.
Flies in the kitchen area, despite the screens. Inattentive service. Melted cheese does not equal Mexican food. I try to live by the standard that 'if you've nothing nice to say, best keep it to yourself," but Yelpers - you'll thank me later. And I left $50 lighter and feeling like I just got taken.
(1)Morris R.
We are back on Maui living in Kihei once again! On arrival my wife said after church Sunday we have to go to Fred's for their Sunday special! Chile Rellenos! We were not disappointed! Got a table on the patio facing the ocean, the view is great! Service was great! Thank you for being consistently great!
(5)Duana S.
The portions here were huge and that's cool but, really not the best mexican food I have every had.
(2)Andy B.
Nice patio and cool place on the inside. I found 80's music videos playing upstairs. Lost a star for 3 buckets catching water in bar area from a a/c unit. Not the cleanest place but not bad. Food was good but 1 great thing we had was a Mexican egg roll. Chips,salsa and burrito were average.
(3)Melodi R.
Right across the street from the beach, Fred's is a great stop for lunch! The patio is wonderful, but check out all the fun pictures inside the restaurant (even in the bathrooms)! Great margaritas! Good Mexican food (touristy prices).
(3)Chris E.
Food is good, not great, although compared to many island options I could say 4.5 stars. Tends to get very busy and wait can top 40-45 minutes. Food came at a reasonable time. Everything tasted fresh but flavor was just ok. Our table had shrimp, chicken and beef tacos, California burrito and cheese enchiladas. The enchiladas were the best in my opinion. Value as with just about every island eatery gets a 3 star rating. Atmosphere is very good with outdoor seating to see ocean and sunset. Service was average.
(4)Kristen L.
Love me some Fred's! Affordable, quality mexican food, large variety, good service and an ocean view. What's not to love?! Everyone gets chips and salsa which is made fresh and pretty good. We've only had tacos there. All the tacos have a generous portion of protein inside. My husbands loves the cheeseburger tacos that even have a french fries inside. I love the mahi mahi tacos. They have a large piece of grilled mahi mahi, cabbage, cheese, and sauce. The fish is fresh, cooked perfect and so flavorful. I also really like the black beans and they are good on the tacos too. We also went there for breakfast. If you do, grab a Maui Gold coupon book for the buy one breakfast meal, get one free! Their french toast was good and my husband enjoyed the American skillet. Get the fried rice over hash browns (you can get those anywhere). It has ham, pineapple, egg and other yummy ingredients. Both were big meal and were great as left overs the next morning. Also the banana muffins are huge and very tasty, not cakey like most other muffins in the area. After going 10+ times over our three trips to Maui, we have had a few times with bad service. One particular time they weren't even busy. Things like 5+ minutes before being greeted at our table. Then having to track down our server to get water. But we never had an issue with the food. It was consistently quality and delicious. Don't miss taco Tuesdays for $3 and $4 tacos! Beware it'll be busy.
(4)Karen R.
We were craving Mexican while in Maui and got a tip to do Fred's. I was worried when I saw the low yelp stars, but trusted the local. Glad we did. I am guessing the low star reviewers were looking for a fancy Maui meal. Our food was good. And knowing a local makes all the difference. We like spicy and got the habanero salsa. A must if you are a fan of flavorful spice. Yum. Spicy to be sure, but really good- not just hot. Also had the verde and chipotle salsa which were also good. We sat at the bar (with our kids) and the bartender was great. Made my margarita just the way I like it which is rare. I hardly ever order them any more as I am too picky. Hit the spot. If you are in the Mexican food mood and not looking for a fancy Maui dinner experience, I would go again..
(4)Alex S.
We stopped in here because 808 bistro was closed for lunch. We had a great view if the ocean and the food was pretty good. I've had better, but it was a good lunch.
(4)Chris W.
Good Mexican food. Our family was hungry after long day on beach. Fred's gives generous portions so you can split meals and everyone leaves full. Prices are reasonable for maui. The service was great. They got us right in but we were early. Beach view from patio was great.
(4)Dan M.
Sunday March 23. 9pm. 2014. The manager. Small, skinny, dirty blond, short hair woman. Rotten.. . Theif.... Food was below average. Waiting staff was great. Could have dealt with bad food/bill if managing staff was better..
(1)Michelle K.
The worst Mexican food I have ever had! Who screws Mexican food? The margaritas were terrible too. I ordered the skinny Rita and it was just line and water from the taste and for $11 I wont quality my husband had the cadilac margarita and he said is was weak as well. Will not be going back.
(1)Sharon K.
Taco Tuesday! We came on a busy Tuesday and ordered fish and shrimp tacos with margaritas. Margaritas were average, tacos were fresh and got an abundant amount of chips and salsa. Great way to relax.
(4)Adriana N.
Been to this place a few times now and I always expect service to be better but it never is! Their breakfast is pretty good and its pretty well priced too. The only problem I continue to have with this place is shitty service. The waitress seems to always forget to come check on our drinks. We have to try and flag her down and this most recent time she seemed to look in our direction and at our cups and just ignore the empty cups. At one point my husband started to flag her down and she quickly looked at him and then looked away. Anyway good food horrible service so far... but I will most likely continue to go.
(3)Jacklynn R.
Fun place. The food isn't amazing or anything but it's pretty good. I like the veggie tacos and veggie fajitas myself. They don't have hard shell tacos though, soft is your only option. Overall it's a fun place to grab some food and drinks with friends. My only complaint is that they're a bit lax with the dress code for the servers. I'm all about dressing and feeling relaxed but I personally don't really need pushed up boobs in my face while eating, and wearing tights with super short cut off shorts definitely doesn't hide the fact that your butt cheeks are slipping out the back of your shorts while you're serving people their food. I expect to see stuff like that at a hooters but at Fred's? Kinda gross actually.
(4)Shreekant P.
Quick service, self seating so no waiting. They have a so so fruity beer (passion fruit). Fish tacos were good. Lots of TVs for the football fans (me included) Food is good, probably a 3 star in foodie cities. I do feel disservice to fellow tempers while I am rating Don Shula's in NYC a 5 star and this being only a star below. BUT, having been to many of the restaurants while visiting South Maui (Wailea) this and Cafe Olei were the the ones we went multiple times. So from that stand point, this is certainly a 4. Specials of the day were good. Tortilla soup is a must try
(4)Alex B.
Terrible "Mexican" food! Nothing Mexican about it! No flavor and a waste of money. The service is terrible- the waitresses are too busy dressing like hookers than having any sense of urgency. Don't eat here.
(1)Matthew E.
Meh, 3 stars. Chips were pretty bad. Service was pretty slow. Fajitas were pretty okay. Margaritas were good.
(3)Jayjay B.
Me and my friends go there on tuesdays for taco tuesday....its fun, and the tacos are cheap and yummie! its a fun spot if you just want to hang out and have a beer and a taco on tuesdays, and its right across from the ocean.
(4)Steve N.
Loved their fajita special. Great place for a good meal at very reasonable prices. If I ever get back to Maui I'll be stopping by again.
(4)Emma M.
I was not impressed with Taco Tuesday at Fred's even though there was a long line waiting to get in. I didn't like the tacos at all and it's was expensive. My margarita was pretty blah and tasted watered down. I ordered a side of guacamole and the chunks of onion were so large that it was more of an onion salad. I sat outside and the view of the beach was nice although it was on a busy street. I was under-whelmed with the food.
(2)Rob R.
Some of the best fish tacos I have had. Shrimp and calamari tacos were great as well as the shrimp Diablo. Not too pricey, but could use a bathroom downstairs.
(5)Kandy K.
Stopped in during a beach walk for a drink and appetizer before dinner. Nachos were hugeand the cadillac margarita was excellent. Hubby and I shared the Nachos and we did not have room for dinner when we left. Make sure to get the guacamole and salsa. Nice place to watch the sunset,
(3)Kim V.
The breakfast was super filling and fantastic. We tried ine anothers. The burrito and the bloody mary I had were yum. Def recommend it. Service was a little slow, but that morning they had only 2 people and that included the bartender, so guessing thats not the norm. really nice to.
(4)Chris D.
Ouch. It might be that I'm from Los Angeles but I can't remember having such Meh Mexican food. Even el torrito is better. The tortilla soup was more like lentile soup (thick) and strange. The chicken fajitas were rubbery and lacked flavor. The crispy chicken taco was really a Jack in the box fillet with mayo in a flour tortilla. No tamales = no class. Pretty bad when the chips and drinks are the highlight. I'd skip it.
(1)Dev V.
It was our last day in Maui and we thought we'd grab some Mexican grub before heading to the airport. I liked the layout here, it's always nice to have a good amount of outdoor seating when you're across the street from the beach. The service was friendly and prompt, again, no complaint there. The chips and salsa were fresh and very good, impressive. The food on the other hand lacked any type of inspiration. It tasted and looked like it had been microwaved and then had some lettuce thrown on it. There aren't many Mexican choices in this area, so it will do if you are planning on boozing while you eat. But, don't go here expecting to have a meal that you'll walk away from happy about.
(3)Kim D.
We loved this restaurant. Open air, food was typical Mexican, good salsa, good margaritas. We went on Valentine's Day since we were there on vacation and wanted to avoid the huge rush at expensive hotels, and we had a wonderful waitress! I wish I could remember her name, but it was her 3rd day...so hopefully she'll know I'm talking about her if she reads this. A perfect vacation setting!
(4)Brett H.
The tacos are what Fred's is known best for. If you go on Taco Tuesday, they are $3-$4 each and come with free chips and salsa. The tacos are large and stuffed with meat and toppings. I'm a big fan of the Buffalo chicken taco, which has fried chicken breast, buffalo sauce, bleu cheese, lettuce and tomato. I also love the shrimp tacos with their creamy sauce. If you are into really hot salsa's, ask for the Habanero salsa, they won't usually offer it unless you know to ask. And you can get $5 margaritas with a generous pour of tequila on Tuesdays as well. Fair warning, it seems like everyone shows up here on Tuesday night, so be prepared to either wait a while or stand up at the bar tables.
(4)Meredith R.
Hello, Taco Tuesday!!! After reading some yelp reviews about Taco Tuesday on our only Tuesday in Maui. My hubby and I ran out the door - seriously, my hair was still wet ("it'll dry while we wait" - said hubby). We got there before sunset - great view across the big park in Kihei. We had about a 30 minute wait and just enjoyed the view instead of going inside to the bar. We were sat on the porch, which was awesome because we had an excellent view. We are HUGE tex-mex afficionados and make tex-mex about 2 times a week at home (hubby is a Texan). We didn't expect to be totally blown away, but get our tex-mex fix with a nice view. Chips and salsa - thick yellow corn chips, salsa was pretty good. Chips and guac - not my favorite guac ever. A little too much cilantro in the batch (and I do love cilantro) - the flavors were off. Margaritas - I had a marg that involved grenadine and while I don't normally love very sweet stuff, it was puurty good! My hubby got the one with extra shots of liquor and while he will enjoy sipping tequila, this was very strong, too potent. Because I wasn't the driver, I finished it for him between sips of mine! Enchiladas - my husband had some enchiladas, they were rich and cheesy. If I remember correctly, he had a carne asada enchilada, which was pretty good. I went bananas on taco tuesday and tried 3 tacos (skipped rice and beans to leave more room in my tummy): *Grilled mahi taco - very good *Crispy fish taco - also very good. This is literally a crunchy filet of fish (breadcrumb fried, not batter fried BTW) *Carne asada taco - my least favorite. I didn't think the meat quality was up to par - maybe it needed to be marinated longer? If you are staying in South Maui, this is a great, lower cost option and I highly recommend it for dinner one night!
(4)Holler M.
The location is great, the curb appeal is enticing, and the staff is friendly. But the food is NOT good. Because Kihei is a resort city, it's likely that Fred's doesn't have to rely on repeat customers. Most people eat there once, and probably don't return! According to the menu, they do have several other locations in S. Cal.--that I hope are better than this location. If you do go, grab a drink and sit on the patio. Just don't order the food!
(2)Karen G.
I had a hard time with the rating and couldn't decide between three or four stars. I decided on a 3.5 and rounded up. Fred's Mexican Cafe is a part of Moose's in Kihei. Apparently a loyal customer named Fred wanted the owners of Moose's to name a restaurant after him. They did and that's how Fred's came to be. The place is quite kitschy with a lot of bright colors, a ton of funny pics and interesting light fixtures. Our booth had a chandelier which was totally out of place, but I gotta love a place with a chandelier. ;) The service was super fast which was perfect since my two year old nephew was dining with us. As I'm sure you know, the attention span of a toddler is not that great, so anyplace that has quick service is greatly appreciated. I ordered the fish tacos with Mahi Mahi. The tacos were served with rice and beans. There was way too much food on my plate for me to finish so I took the leftovers back to the condo. I also indulged in a Cabo Wabo-rita. That thing was ginormous! I required the assistance of my sisters to help me finish it. I probably would have had to be carried out on a stretcher if I would have attempted to finish it. The margarita was served on the rocks without salt per my request. Very smooth. Fred's is a great place for families with kids because it is loud and no one will hear a child who is rather vocal. It would also be fun with a group of friends later in the evening if you want to enjoy some libations. Just a note: Fred's is one of many restaurants on the island that offers Taco Tuesdays which basically means good prices on tacos on that day. I heard it can get REALLY crowded on Tuesdays, so if it is not important to you to save a few dollars, then I would go to Fred's another day.
(4)Gabi G.
This was the first Mexican food we had on Maui so I don't know if there's better here but certainly elsewhere... I had the Baja fish tacos-- they were a but batter heavy for my preference but overall good. Husband had a pork/cheese/bean concoction and it was "American" sized with excessive cheese. It was also just alright. Chips and salsa to start tasted canned, definitely not house made. My strawberry margarita was excellent as was our server Nathan.
(2)Jess L.
Over priced and average food. Okay place to take the kids on vacation I guess. Taco Tuesday is your best bet. Cheaper tacos and $5 margaritas and $3.50 20oz budlights. If it's not Tuesday, skip it!
(2)X X.
The enchiladas here were good. Good Tex Mex food and the prices were fair. If I hadn't gotten a table on the patio overlooking the beach, it would have felt like any other Tex Mex restaurant. I kind of agree that it is a run of the mill Tex Mex place but I found the food was good. Would have given it 5 stars but nothing about it was any different than any other Tex Mex place.
(4)David B.
Taco Tuesday here used to be GREAT. They used to have a huge carte of fish tacos including some really unusual stuff like octopus. Man, what a find that was. Subsequent to discovering Fred's fish-centric TT, we used to make sure that our Maui trips included a Tuesday night. Alas, in 2009 or so they changed the TT menu and now there are only three fish tacos accompanied by other more "traditional" tacos. Now, Taco Tuesday is nothing special -- not terrible, but not worth going out of one's way for. Grrr. Won't be going back again unless they bring back the old Taco Tuesday.
(2)Diana B.
Tuesday and Saturday's are the days to go here! Tacos are al la carte. My family and I were in Maui for 9 days and we went here 3 times! Now that I am home I wish we went at least once more... it was sooo good. I can only vouch for the seafood tacos, but they were soo tasty. Tuesday and Saturday they are the best deal, why fill up on rice and beans when you can just order tacos al la carte. The best tacos are the calamari which comes with a spicy chipoltie aoli...it's spicy but not unbearable. It's was weird but very good. The pescado fish taco is also amazing, and they actually give you a big piece of fish on the taco! The shrimp taco is also very good. I hope you have an opportunity to go there! Also their margaritas are yummy!
(5)Karah S.
BEST TACO TUESDAY! We were very happy with the drinks, service, atmosphere, food everything. We love this place. We went for breakfast one morning and I had the breakfast burrito.. It was awesome. Then we went for tacos.. my favorite taco was the calamari! We were able to order them al a carte so we tried a few different kinds all were good but calamari was my favorite. My mom had a serf and turf burrito that was very good as well. My whole family loves this place.
(5)c b.
We like this place, fish tacos are delicious. Service was good, and the food came out at a decent time. Husband loves their habinarro sauce, the waitress gave us some to go.
(4)Sri J.
Loved it. Very casual. Kid friendly. Mango Margarita was awesome. So were the Fajitas and the Pescado Tacos were really good. Went back twice in the 7 days we were in Maui.
(4)Joel S.
Went on Taco Tuesday where they have 4.95 20 oz margaritas and some good a-la-carte taco options. The food was very blah. It wasn't bad, but lacked any real flavor. We ordered in total about 5 different things in our group and we all agreed that we had better tacos at Maui Tacos or Taqiera Cruz. The view at sunset wasn't terrible, and the drinks were good. Better ambiance than the other mexican joints in the area, so just decide on what you want. Good food or ambiance.
(3)Jim V.
Food was great, drinks great, service terrible
(3)Mike L.
Definitely not the greatest, but definitely not the worst. Burrito was a bit soggy, not as much fish as other restaurants on the island. The redeeming factor: Eat before or after sunset, you have an awesome view across the street.
(3)Ed K.
This restaurant located across the street from Kamaole Beach , offers a bit of Tex Mex, that one would not expect in Hawaii....I was waited on promptly, and the staff was very friendly...I tried the steak enchilada and the shrimp enchilada ( surf and turf ) , and on the next visit had the Mahi Taco....wow...were these ever great......and had a view of the ocean......when in Kihei, and missin' your Mexican food...you gotta go here....
(4)Debra G.
Wanted to rate Fred's a little higher 2.5+stars, BUT, couldn't with a good "wanna be food critic" conscious... I have nothing truly NEGATIVE to say about the food except it wasn't very "Mexican"... Yes, I am spoiled... I live in an area with a LOT of tasty Mexican food, and I also cook great Mexican food, so let's just say, if you don't know what the food was supposed to taste like, you won't be disappointed. Now, for the higher rated part of the review (3+ stars). Fred's has GREAT views from the patio, with the opportunity to people watch. It was Taco Tuesday, so the place was packed YET we still had great service (and the food is OK, just not very flavorful or spicy). This is a "lively joint", so don't expect peace and quiet. Parking is a "bit tough", but for those of you dragging in from the beach, a little parched and sunburned, you will be more than able able to rejuvenate yourselves with chips/salsa and a tasty libation or two (you are on vacation right?)... Adios!
(2)Timothy B.
Went here solely on the recommendation of the hotel concierge, which was a big mistake. I find that you can normally judge a Mexican restaurant on their salsa, and the salsa at Fred's was just gross. Should have left then. After staying and ordering meals, we found what many that have come here have found: watered-down drinks, and lousy food that doesn't really qualify as Mexican or any variation of Mexican. Just bad. We did enjoy feeding the birds our rice, which was not fit for human consumption.
(1)Josh W.
the shrimp tacos where great . service was good of and on you should go for the shrimp tacos is the best
(4)Ryan M.
Not what I call mexican food, probably cause I grew up next the the boarder and had the luxury of a hole in the wall, ma and pop taco stand on every corner. With that said Fred's Mexican Cafe is a great place to take your family if your visiting the island. I primarily go on Taco Tuesday. It reminds me of home. (So. Cal) I haven't found a taco tuesday that matches the atmosphere of Fred's. Can't beat the price of Margarita's.. Great place to watch sports at the bar or upstairs at Moose's. Great views of the water and whale watching durning season. Def. go and check it out if you haven't been but be prepared for not what you expected Mexican food.. Still good just not Ensenada good.. ~Cheers~
(5)Omega L.
Throw up rating, if there was one. C'mon, how can you screw up Mexican food? Carnitas, dry and crusty. Even the birds wouldn't eat it. Spanish rice- is there such a thing as canned rice? Nachos- okay, the cheese shouldn't be like glue, change the type of cheese please! My wife's Lava Flow was half melted when she got it, probably because our waitress moved at a Glacial pace. Wasted $50 for the worst food i've had on the island. I feel sorry for those who have to serve the food and am disappointed in the mexicans who cook the food and are okay not saying anything.
(1)Z G.
This place was better than the reviews. Expected blah ho hum, and we were pleasantly surprised. Pretty location, friendly staff, decent food, great prices for Maui.
(4)Mark P.
I love the HB location and this was just as good. Buffalo tacos! Great chips and salsa and nice location.
(5)Alexander E.
This was a regular stop of ours as our hotel was a few doors down. The tacos and sandwiches were good, if not particularly memorable. I will recommend 2 things, 1 of which I never actually tried myself. The gf had some creation called loco moco, which is a bed of rice and/or potatoes, under a hamburger patty topped with a fried egg and the whole plate covered in gravy. I had difficulty looking at this concoction. She, on the other fork, was making noises as she ate it that only me and a few other men have been privileged to hear. While she enjoyed that mess, I had perhaps one of the best bloody Mary's I've ever had. Make sure you get the double, it comes in this big schooner - about 32 oz., or so - and will leave you feeling pretty damn festive. Also, get a patio table where you can enjoy the beach right across the street.
(4)Teto S.
Absolutely average food. Great location. Great servers. Overpriced. Chips and salsa sucked. Mmmmm, cold beer.
(2)Christine G.
Surprisingly great. I had portobello taco's which were really delightful. Very flavorful, great grilled flavor. Lots of great fish and veggie options on the menu. In fact, their menu was pretty expansive. I would definitely go back here again. The ambiance is kind of fun too, good service, nice views from the dining area.
(4)Drew T.
Good quality food for average prices. Reminds me of Chevys or Senor Frogs. Lots of lively people (sometimes live music in the bar upstairs - goose mcgillicuttys or something). Good place to watch the sunset (other than with your feet in the sand).
(4)Lee D.
Back again with the kids and their girlfriends! We love Fred's. Good service, good drinks and good food! Nice atmosphere and the sun set over the horizon as we dined! Casual too for après snorkeling and sun.
(5)Ron M.
Great location but the food is horrible. It is like fast food Mexican that is not even close to authentic. You can always tell the quality by the chips and salsa. That was the beginning of a bad meal. Even The margaritas were weak. Sorry folks for the price you should find a better place to eat.
(1)Paul P.
Worst. Meal. Ever. On Maui. Seriously, awful from the word go. When you sit down at a Mexican eatery, and the chips are stale, combined with lifeless and bland salsa....you know you are about to embark on a crappy meal. Watered down margarita with too much ice. Bland and tasteless food. This experience was just flat out terrible. The crazy thing, is that when I drive by this place it always has people eating there. Ever watch a movie in the theater, and it isn't really good?? It doesn't seem as bad in a theater, because you have a big screen, surround sound, etc.. Well, this place has a great location, across the street from a beach with nice views. So the ambience makes this crappy meal seem not as bad as it really is. If you want Mexican food, I would suggest eating anyplace but here. It was truly the worst meal ever on Maui, and I've visited Maui 8 times.
(1)Lori D.
Love this place! Was introduced to Fred's by some locals. Now it's one of our favorite places. Enchiladas, nachos, and quesadilla's are great. Must try the Diva Rita!
(5)Bev C.
Ate here 3 times ordered 3 different entrees for breakfast. Satisfied with all of them! I would return for more.
(4)Zelason B.
Wow! We went here on a Tuesday evening and the service was above and beyond- walked in, put names on wait list, ordered some beers, got called to a perfect table before our drinks were done, friendly staff always checked on our table to make sure we were okay, and the food was epic! Our Taco Tuesday Menu: Pescado Tacos- ordered one but then had to get another it was so fresh and tasty! Baja tacos- for those of you who dont like fish- its like fried chicken... but better! Calamari Tacos- mmmmm.... Pollo- We had to get 2 of these guys also! Buffalo Chicken- Just the right amount! All and all- dont believe the bad reviews... it was great and it was a nice place to sit down, hang out, nice food with a very happy atmosphere and wonderful staff!
(5)Matine J.
Location is good but food is atrocious. 1 is to much and if you think this is Mexican food you have another thing coming. Wife got sick on chicken and it seems only way this place stays in business is there location.
(1)J T.
Our first trip to Maui and we ate here two nights in a row. I had the fish taco which were just the best ever, both nights! I don't remember what my husband had. The house margarita's are the bomb! Great wait staff too. Could be a cleaner on the floor but table and chairs were clean. My mouth is watering just writing this!
(4)Edyta B.
What a let down! The only good thing about this place was a huge bloody mary to wash off a bad taste after our meal. 6 of us had a really bad meals. My order of Eggs Benedict was missing one yolk, had cold spinach and sauce was separating. Oh, did I mentioned that my english muffing was NOT toasted? Soggy and disgusting. Potato skins were just blah and guac even worst. Three of us had quesadilla breakfast special - steak and egg. All three were missing....EGGS! (To be fair waitress took off $2 for each) Overall not good at all! Just avoid this place. Big waste of money!
(1)Joe P.
Alright, I'm not going to say the food is the best mexican food I've ever had - but it is pretty darn good. Right across the street from the ocean. Seriously - the biggest burrito I have ever seen in my life. I know people say that about a lot of burritos... but this one really is. It was HUGE. The chips and salsa were great... I personally ordered the tacos (my wife had the burrito). Tacos were great and fresh grilled meat. Be sure to ask for Fred's special chipotle salsa. It isn't hot - but goes great with their food. Service was casual and refreshing... exactly what I would expect. If I ever go back to Maui.. we will stop here again. Save yourself hundreds of dollars and do NOT go to a place like Lahaina Grill... and go here instead.
(5)Kehau S.
It's not the best breakfast in Kihei, but they have really good coupons in the Maui tourist guide, and it's a good deal with the coupons. We took 10 of us and got out of there for well under $100. It was pretty decent food - everyone seems to like what they had and the service was good.
(4)Vadim F.
Best Mexican food I have ever eaten! I am a picky eater, and we have been here three times now! Highly recommend them, and couldn't ask for a better family run restaurant than Fred's!
(5)Alex T.
The service was horrible: -Our server (Alissa) came to our table 3 times the whole time we were there. -We found a piece of metal in a dish, we showed Alissa the piece of metal and her exact words were "Oh wow, thats cool". Um, ok. I am pretty sure any decent restaurant I have ever been to would immediately comp the meal containing a metal piece. The food wasn't bad (sans for finding a piece of metal in our food): -Decent Mexican food, nothing that blew us out of the water. -The margarita was not good. Weak and bland. The atmosphere was great, and was really why we went in the first place. Sitting on the patio watching the sunset was pretty nice. Sadly, this would literally be the only reason to go. Overall, I will not be back, as I am sure there is a mexican place in Kihei that has as good or better food, with much better service.
(2)Ann M.
Really enjoyed the Cadillac margaritas. Also, carne asada was amazing. Great atmosphere, casual and not too crazy.
(5)Michael J.
I LOVE THE KIHEI FRED/MOOSE COMBO!!! Taco Tuesday is revolutionary. The beach across the street is primo. Nothing but great things to say about Fred's (and Mooses)
(5)Kevin D.
Average Mexican food. The food was decent but not super memorable. If you like your nachos super overloaded then you will love Fred's nachos. It was good, but we have been there and will try some new places before going back. FYI, this place is open air so there were a lot of little birds inside the seating area and even under the table at your feet picking up crumbs. They were not bothersome and our kids enjoyed watching them, but if you don't like birds you will not like Fred's.
(3)Jeremy L.
I mainly come here for breakfast. Their banana muffins are absolutely the best I've had. Lately though, I've been slightly disappointed by the service. Aside from breakfast it's a typical Tex-Mex style restaurant with big burritos and a fun atmosphere.
(3)Lowell G.
Gotta love Fred's! A must try, the atmosphere is loud and fun. Food is good and simple. Try the calamari and fish tacos. Oh and don't forget to take a picture out front with Fred !
(4)David S.
If you are looking for great mexican food in Hawaii, look no farther than Fred's. Fish tacos, Carne Asada, Nachos - all are excellent. The setting is also A+++ - right across from the beach! Drinks are super - if you have grandma's magarita be sure to pass the keys to whoever did not have one - this is a good thing when on vacation people. We have been there 10+ times over the years and have never had a bad experience. The waitstaff is not only helpful but friendly and effecient. Make sure to razz the cooks about the soccer jerseys that they all wear. If you go on taco tuesday, be prepared for a HUGE crowd and a long wait. Can't wait to go back!!
(5)Lisa P.
Freds has consistent decent food, the service has always been good too!
(3)Kerrie L.
So good we came back twice. Get the pescado...fish tacos with some white sauce. It's bomb.com . Great relaxed fun environment.
(4)Kim S.
My husband and I stopped in for dinner just short of sunset. We were greeted and seated immediately with a table outside with a great view of the sunset. Our waitress was friendly, and actually valued us as customers, which isn't always the case. Our food arrived in record time, it was delicious. A little different that our California style, but nevertheless, it was very good. Fresh ingredients, good presentation, friendly service. I will be back and would recommend a visit while you are in Kihei.
(4)Lauren M.
Thank you, Kristen L. for the tip to use the Maui Gold coupon! We had breakfast this morning for four at half off! They let us use two coupons, what a deal! I got the breakfast quesadilla and per our server, Dawn's advice I added spinach which was awesome! We will definitely be back when we're on Maui!
(4)Thom N.
Good, tasty, reasonably priced mexican food. It's pretty much exactly what you'd expect for a decent mexican joint: big portions, good guacamole, fast service.
(3)What's in a nam e.
Location - right by Kam II so you can take food to the beach! Guac and margaritas are awesome. The salsas and my veggie enchilada were great too. And... it's open late!!! Compared to other places nearby that's a pretty big deal.
(4)Alex G.
Eh. I was hoping for a lot better, but the place is subpar and disappointing. First, the service is sweet but basically incompetent. Tried to order my dish but they did it wrong three times! Finally had to just eat the darn thing, although they did the right thing and took it off the bill. The salsas and chips were terrific, which adds a star. The tacos were fairly pedestrian; fried seafood with cabbage. Eh. The pork tacos were adequate, but no pineapple on it? Overall, this is a better place for a drink and chips than to really eat. I should have known that Mexican food in Hawaii would be less than mediocre.
(2)Sherry H.
Once tried it once in our 7 weeks living in Kihei. Not sure I will go back
(1)Janell D.
Cadillac Margarita! Yowza! The food was okay, it came insanely fast which makes me think it was already plated and sitting in a warmer. The drinks were very tasty- the strongest ones I've had in Maui! (Which says alot since I was not impressed with the drink situation- unless I made them of course) The actual restaurant is pretty neat- it is so open that anywhere you sit you feel like you are outside. They have a patio that you can sit and view the beach from- very nice! The birds are welcome to come in and join you which added free entertainment for the night!
(3)Bob C.
OK, here's the deal. If you like cheap food and you don't care about the quality, service, cleanliness, attitude or flavor, Fred's is for you. After we seated ourselves our waitress finally asked if we wanted a drink. "Wanted a drink "? How sweet. Well we said yes and we would like to order our meal at the same time as we wanted to arrive at our movie in one hour. I thought she was going to lose here eyeballs rolling theme up in the cavity where her brains used to be. The beer arrives in one of those thick sided glasses, you know, the ones that make it look like you actually received a "Large" beer, and the watery Margarita arrived with enough salt to start a chloride mine. Now for the meal. I ordered the tacos that included one that was "Calamari". Hard to describe, but I will try. Soft tortilla wrapped with yellow cheese on the bottom, large, long soft breaded calamari glued to the tortilla. OMG. I tried, but I failed. Why did they glue the calamari to the tortilla with yellow cheese? The other meal was the Surf and Turf Enchilada, without sour cream. I think "Without Sour Cream" means "Extra Sour Cream". The Surf (shrimp) was edible but the Turf tasted like it is described, sort of like turf. Truly unpleasant, (understatement). Since we are both watching our weight, this was a pretty good deal. $40.00 and no calories.
(1)Sharon S.
I LOVE Fred's... but, only on Tuesdays... Taco Tuesday starts @ 4PM and tacos start at $2.95. Kinda pricey for a taco, but oh so good! I love the calamari and shrimp tacos, but you can't go wrong with the buffalo chicken and cheeseburger tacos either. Bottomless free chips and salsa rock. It's hard to get a freebie on Maui! I prefer to sit at the bar because service is quicker there. But I have never had a problem with the table service, just the usual taking forever to get your check because other patrons need attention too! When going on Tuesday, get there early or be prepared to wait. The place is usually packed by 6! I love the breakfast here too. There is a coupon for buy one get one free in one of the Maui touristy books, called something like Maui today...
(4)Marvin D.
Awesome view and that's where the story ends. Calling their food Crappy would be an understatement and disrespect to the word crappy. Ordered shrimp burrito and god it was awful! Best thing to do there is get a few beer enjoy the view and take a dip in the ocean.
(1)Shayla M.
This is a fav local hangout on Tuesdays for the famed (infamous?!?) "Taco Tuesday" where you get cheap beers, cheap margaritas and cheap tacos! Visit the friendly staff at the bar (as you will likely be waiting for seating if you arrive after 4:50pm...) and tell Jen, Ryan and Ryan that Shayla sent ya! We love the side salad for under 5 bucks as a great add to some ala carte tacos.
(5)Scott B.
Average Mexican food. Margaritas were rather bland and weak. Price for the large portions was average. I personally hated the seating, hard wood benches or non- cushioned chairs. The view out west over the beach is good.
(3)William B.
Much better place than we expected Fajita combo was delicious Steak and shrimp were fresh and tasty Large plate of rice and beans Three fish tacos also hit the spot If you want a filling meal at a reasonable price this is the place Excellent value for the price and quality of the food
(4)Kristina M.
This was the worst dining experience I've had on maui. I've been here three times and each time has been progressively worse. To start out the service was terrible. There were a lot of people standing around, including our waitress, chatting, but it still took fifteen minutes for us to get a margarita and some waters. Besides that the server had her hair worn down, and yes this is Maui, but when you have long hair, tie it back! The last thing I want to see is your hair dangling centimeters from my food. We talked to the manager at the end of our meal to tell her about our experience, her words.. "Oh that sucks." On to the food.. The fish tacos are less than mediocre, the fish is totally bland. I had the bean burrito which was actually ok except that they didn't toast the tortilla long enough so two bites in it was falling apart. Also, the beans are not traditional Mexican beans and rice I think they use black beans instead. The location is good, which is the reason I gave it multiple tries and the only reason I can imagine they'd still be in business. Do yourself a favor and skip it, there are plenty better local place to eat.
(1)Nicole E.
I had Fred's after driving to Kihei from the airport. Extremely hungry, I found their mexican fare to be not quite authentic, but delicious all the same. I had the chicken enchaladas, and a house margarita. The ranchero sauce was delicious, and the portions were large. The margarita was nothing special, but refreshing none-the-less. The salsa was bland - other reviewers mentioned different kinds of salsa, but our waitress did not offer us a choice. I definitely enjoyed the view from our seating on the patio.
(3)Bob B.
Great outdoor patio overlooking the ocean. Loved the Queso Dip with Serrano peppers. Caliente! The calamari strips were awesome. They look like mozzarella sticks, but are soft, moist and meaty. Not the usual fried shoe leather. Top shelf margies (Fred's Cadillac) were good. Our waitress, Natalie, not only had eyes you wanted to dive into, but was very attentive and helpful. Even Randi loved the Cajun shrimp quesadillas. All in all a nice spot to land for a great island lunch. Aloha.
(4)Ana M.
Fred's is a fun place to go to. It was right around the corner from my timeshare, so it was nice to be able to walk about 4 blocks away and get good food. When my boyfriend and I got there, we didn't anticipate there to be a long wait, but we decided to put our name on the list, got a buzzer, and went to the bar to get a drink during our wait. By the way, try the pomegranate margarita - delicious. When we got a table about 20 mins later, we were seated at an outdoor table which was nice, even at night time. The weather was comfortable, even in January. :) I had the Mahi Mahi fish tacos - I definitely recommend that! It was delicious! I forget what my boyfriend got, but it was good as well. We had enough for leftovers, so we were happy again to eat what we had for lunch the next day. :) You'll have fun here! Especially if you're around the bar area. The locals were fun to talk to.
(4)Alison B.
This review is solely for "Taco Tuesday". What a great alternative for a cheap meal in Maui! You get bottomless chips and salsa, so with that and two tacos, you are good to go! The chicken tacos were great, the tomatillo sauce really adds something nice. My roomie ordered one each of the cheeseburger taco and the carnitas taco. Really generous portions and priced right. If you are staying in Kihei and it's Tuesday night, go to Fred's!
(4)Bracy N.
Waitstaff attentive and friendly. Me and my guest had the calamari salad and shrimp fajitas. Both entrees were boring and bland. The fajita sides were warm. Aren't fajita entrees supposed to be hot and sizzling? Abit overpriced, too! I come to Maui often but won't be coming back here.
(2)Michelle L.
Not bad. We sat in the back and it was very cramped since we had a huge group. Big portions and good taste. The only thing I couldn't stand was the bipolar air conditioning vent or whatever I sat under. A breeze would occur time to time and it would be super cold. Then it would disappear and then it would be extremely stuffy and hot. I put my jacket on and off more times than I could remember during that hour. Not very pleasant lol.
(3)Paul T.
This place is a tourist trap period. You have to seat yourself. We waited forever before a waitress would come to our table. She was sweet, but fell short when our entree arrived, and we had no silverware to eat it with. Don't order the house margarita, it sucked. Come on this is a mexican restaurant, learn to make one. The rice and beans sucked too, although the main entree was good. I will never eat here again, and i live 5 mins away. For mexican food on this island, my all time favorite is Fernando's.
(1)Claire L.
While on our honeymoon this is one of our favorite restaurants! It was Awesome... Nothing wasn't perfect from the Margaritas to the chips to the Guacamole to the tacos... It was awesome. We were so happy we stopped at this place while driving in search of lunch. If I could I would fly from New Jersey to Maui right now! Especially on Cinco De Mayo :)
(5)Makena S.
Breakfast is good, and on the cheap side. Drinks are merely okay, and the staff is usually very friendly. It's nice to sit near the railing and look over at Kam II, which is why I keep returning. For the record, this is not Mexican food.
(3)Sean L.
I can see a trend in these reviews of the "love it/ hate it" sort. I'd be more favorable if it weren't for the particularly indifferent service of one waitress. The food is OK - nothing fancy - typical Tex/Mex. The view is great - can't beat a beach in Maui. But... we sat down and were promptly ignored - people who came in ten minutes after us sat down in another section and had a waitress almost immediately take their beverage orders ( we had to flag this busy waitress down to get her to take our order ). When our waitress finally showed up she seemed a little put out that we didn't have the patience to wait for her. My son was pretty obviously ordering from the kids menu and we were served and charged for an adult portion. This was partly our fault for assuming the kids portions just seemed really large. When we complained to the waitress her response was "what do you want me to do about it?". Yeah... no... We should have gotten the manager but at that point we just wanted to leave. Sorry, Fred's, our experience was not a pleasant one. Another day maybe, but next time we'll just go to a Maui Tacos.
(1)Toby W.
We had fun. Took the Harley out and ended up here. Grabbed a quick bit, burger and tacos, a few drinks, and were able to look out at the Ocean as we ate. Good Times. Prices were fair, food was good, and service was fast and friendly.
(4)Darrell A.
We've been there 2x since we've been on Maui. Quick and attentive staff and the food portions are large. A great place to see a sunset with their outside dining.
(4)Meaghan M.
Where to start? We went to the infamous "Taco Tuesday" and our group had an hour and 45 minute wait, on top of that the hostess was extremely rude. When we finally were given a table we were put at the very back corner of the restaurant near the exit and by the bar. It was too loud to have any sort of conversation but we were excited to finally get some tacos. The waitress was pretty friendly and apologetic for the wait, but when we finally got the tacos they were pretty BLAH. This was the most overrated "event" I have ever been to. Not to mention expensive! The tacos are 3.95 per taco-minimum. Needless to say I will NEVER go back.
(1)Tyson M.
Too pricey for what you get. Fish tacos are ok. No happy hour or anything like that.
(2)Galen B.
Figured with the great reviews on this site and an "ONO" from Maui Revealed that this place was a ringer for a great meal. Oh, how I thought wrong. We were greeted and seated promptly, though in a booth that had a large post blocking one bench leaving all but a few inches of room to get your legs in. I then took a look around and saw that the decor in this place was some of the most tacky crap you will ever see in your life. Stuff like "TAKO BUREETO FAHEETA" painted on the walls and random Spanish pictures (I thought this place was Mexican?). The chips were decent, but the salsa was bland and lacked any semblance of heat or spice. I ordered a root beer which I was told they only served in a bottle. No big deal, until I saw the price. $4.25 for a bottle of Thomas Kemper and a glass of ice. I know this is Maui, but that's just ridiculous. I ordered a combo of 3 enchiladas (carne asada, chicken, cheese) which, again, left a lot to be desired. The steak was chewy and lacking flavor. The chicken was in very large, unmanageable chunks for an enchilada. I took one bite of the cheese enchilada and didn't touch it again. The beans and rice were very bland and underwhelming. The person with me ordered carne asada tacos which had the same chewy chunks and enough lettuce piled on top to make a side salad. I realize that this place is supposed to be a 'cheap' destination in Kihei, but it is possible to have cheap, delicious Mexican cuisine and Fred's is far from it. All in all, the place had good service but the food was not worth it. Oh, and the music was atrocious.
(2)Christopher R.
Do Not let the name Fool you! Really Good Mexican Food. Tacos were awesome. Chips and salsa were free and good. Waitress was alright. Price was good for Hawaii.
(4)Dan M.
Good / standard Mexican food. It is probably what you are craving after a lengthy vacation in Hawaii, and you won't be disappointed. I should probably give this 4 stars compared to other Mexican options in Hawaii, but coming from San Diego, it is hard to give that high of a rating unless the food was outstanding. The burritos and tacos are quite good and the salsa is flavorful. They have a huge selection of margaritas to choose from as well. I would go back here.
(3)Bobbi J.
Walked to this restaurant from place of stay, heard about it from some folks back at home. It was a typical mexican restaurant....not too bad though. They have good specials each day that save on cost while on vacation.
(3)K L.
SUPER BUMMED! I wanted to get some tacos for lunch with a friend on a Sunday late afternoon and waited for about 20 minutes without anyone acknowledging us until we decided to get up and leave. I've been to Fred's on Taco Tuesday before and had better service. This most recent experience was a turn off...too bad because I think the food is pretty good.
(2)Diana Z.
Just got back from Fred's. There was a mix up on the information we received when we called, but the owner was awesome about the whole thing. The Nachos were yummy delicious! I will be happy to go back and try again. I have been a Fred's fan for almost 10 years. I am happy to continue to be one!
(4)Jenni M.
Every time I come to Kihei I have to eat at Fred's at least two or three times. The mahi mahi tacos are delicious, as are the pollo asada and carne asada tacos. For this reason, I usually get the Three Amigos combo which has all three tacos. People I have dined with also gave excellent reviews of the Cajun shrimp burrito and the steak and shrimp fajitas. The service at this place is also great. They refill the chips basket almost before we are even finished! The waiter was also very on top of our soda refills. One thing to be prepared for is that there is often a bit of a wait, but it's usually not as long as predicted. And it's always worth the wait. Especially when you're hungry because the portions are huge.
(4)Natalie M.
I ended up eating at Fred's after the first restaurant I went to turned me away at 940 PM even though they close at 10 and I was dining alone. Thanks for nothing Sansei! Desperate and hungry, I did a search on my phone and called Fred's to see if they were still serving food. I was told they open until 1 AM but they may close earlier depending on business. I was right outside in the parking lot so I rushed in to get seated. I walked in and the place was nearly empty and was told that I'd have to hurry up because the kitchen will be closing in "4 minutes". "WTF I just called and you said you were open!" I thought to myself..but I kept my mouth shut because I was really, REALLY hungry. The waiter greeted me promptly and asked me if I wanted something to drink. Oh sorry, I wasn't looking at the drinks because the Gestapo is closing the kitchen and I want to get my order in! Anyway, I ended up ordering the Carnitas Burrito with a side of guacamole along with a Bloody Mary. The food came promptly and the portion size was huge. Too bad I wasn't able to enjoy it. Half the time the manager was hovering about staring at me wondering when I was going to vacuum up my food and leave. I think I was given about 15 minutes to eat the burrito the size of a football before she turned both the music and the lights off. I was forced to wrap up my food and take it back to my hotel. The puzzling part of the whole thing was the server was very laid back and told me to "take my time" while I was ordering and also while I was eating. Sorry dude, your manager's body language is telling me something else! There's also a sign in the corner that says "Ain't it great, Fred's is open late!". I guess late is 10 PM and not a minute past 1030. In conclusion, if you eat at Fred's you will be told this place will open until 1 AM on the phone but it really closes at 10 PM. You are also encouraged to order drinks first although the kitchen may close on you. You also can take your time eating if you enjoy eating in absolute silence and darkness. And yes, ain't it great Fred's is open late, but remember late is 10 PM on Maui!
(2)Sean H.
When you read the name "Fred's Mexican Cafe" and see the brightly-colored building, you may be inclined to keep driving. Don't. Fred's was a great surprise. It's the perfect place to go when you want to be casual and relax, have some great food and drink, and enjoy the amazing scenery. It's across the street from the beach so request an outside table. I had the best fish tacos I've ever had at Fred's and the prices are great. After you've spent $100 on fresh seafood at the expensive beach-side joints, go to Fred's and have a great time for 1/4 the price.
(4)Tiffany C.
Very below average Mexican food. I couldn't tell if my margarita even had alcohol in it, haha! Service was friendly and the view is nice! It'll kinda do in a pinch.
(2)Freddy D.
Nothing that great to write home about. Salsa was very bland. Burritos were very plain despite how they are written up in the menu. The place itself and location was great and a good beer selection but I have definitely had far better Tex Mex cuisine.
(2)Jalyn H.
Best value for breakfast in Kihei. Between 7 and 7:30, Fred's has a $3 breakfast special. And with jetlag, chances are that you'll be awake for it. Huge portions. I recommend the local favorite, the Loco Moco. Rice or potatoes, topped with eggs, a hambuger patty, smothered in gravy. Don't wretch. It's tasty. I also had the Huevos Rancheros, which were also good. You can easily leave Fred's without paying over $10 for breakfast. Unless you buy their fetching attire as well: t shirts and "Kiss My Taco" thong underwear. Big thumbs up!
(4)Ashley M.
Taco Tuesday is amazing. The Tacos are $3-4 but they are good size and super fresh, not greasy at all. I definitely suggest the Baja Fish Taco, but all of them were good. Also, free chips and salsa as well as great beer prices (and not just bud light... 20oz amber ale for only $5).
(4)Brian H.
I think I'm rating this a 4 star just for the fact that it's in Hawaii, the sun was shining, it was hot and I had a cold beer :) The food definitely hit the right spot, the beer was refreshing and it was a great top to a long day of snorkeling. The staff was VERY informative on the best spots to snorkle at and a couple of them even offered to come with us. I will always come back to this spot...because you can't beat the Happy Hour and fantastic staff ;)
(4)Eric B.
I spent every morning of my vacation eating the Hawaiian breakfast with either a Irish Coffee or the Kahula Coffee (that are by the way, the way to i would make them as the part Irish that i am). My girlfriend tried many breakfast and pretty much all of them were worth eating, but i was too much of a big fan of my breakfast. The service was pretty consistent and friendly, but it did get busy sometimes but that's life. Overall, it's really worth it.
(3)Brian J.
If you are looking for amazing Mexican food on Maui you won't find it, but the food here is decent and the atmosphere is better. Fish tacos are tasty. Parking is bad.
(4)Brian L.
I have had the opportunity to eat in countless Mexican restaurants in my life. Some have been great; some mediocre; some not even memorable. This place though takes the cake -- it is hands down the absolute worst ever. Poorly prepped entrees with zero flavoring, seriously under-ripe veggies, and all of it way overpriced to boot. I will never go to Fred's ever again.
(1)Katelin B.
I'm only giving this place one star because I can't give it ZERO stars!!!!! Worst dining experience ever. Carne Asada tacos (which were recommended as one of the most popular things to eat) was worse than homemade! Seriously I would get more satisfaction from just spreading my own refried beans on a flour tortilla and eating at home. It didn't even match that. I also got some rolled tacos which were the driest chicken in the driest tortilla with no sauce or anything. Worse than the Carne Asada taco. My husband got the tacos too and was sick for the rest of the night. Even the dog got diarrhea after eating our leftovers. SO DISAPPOINTING! We will absolutely NEVER go back!
(1)Karey R.
Do not come here if you are looking for authentic Mexican food. However, if you want something similar to El Torito, then welcome! It is better than El Torito though, to be fair. I had the combo with the mahi taco, cheese enchilada and this thing that tasted similar to a Mexican egg roll, or a Mexican potato cake minus the potato?? Whatever it was, it was yummy. It was very flavorful. You get a lot of food and free chips and salsa which is a rare thing on the island. Oh and the salsa is not so good, not spicy at all, very tomato-ey. The tortilla tasted homemade and was delicious! The mahi was moist and tastey as well. My husband got the chicken rolled tacos and was very pleased. Although, it was just a pile of taquitos to me, I like a little of everything so I suggest the combos.
(3)Buford C.
Oustanding fish tacos, great margaritas, but forget going on Taco Tuesdays, the wait was 2 1/2 hours. A favorite with the locals, you can eat here for a reasonable amount of money, have top notch fish tacos, and not feel disappointed.
(4)Chris R.
It's an ok place to eat. Friendly service.
(3)Andy S.
There's nothing particularly wrong with Fred's, but the carne asada tacos were surprisingly bland. My girlfriend felt the same way about the shrimp tacos, and they upset her stomach a little. We'll head elsewhere next time.
(2)Sara H.
Typical. Margaritas ranged from too much ice and too little pizzazz (the Classic), to decent (the Millionaire), to why in the world would I drink this all (the Skinny). Guacamole was chunky, fresh, and delicious and chips fried to crunchy deliciousness. Chicken fajitas and shrimp tacos were both worth good orders. If you are heartset on Mexican come on, but don't expect too much from the margaritas.
(2)Nick D.
Breakfast was not very good (eggs benedict with spinach)... but like most places in Maui, the food is generally pretty average at best. The service was good.
(3)Tanya F.
The 3 stars are for the Chingaderas. Did I spell that right? I dunno but they are delicious! Cheesy Chicken burrito, rolled in panco and deep fried. The Margaritas were strong enough, but not great. The Hostesses was a snotty little 12 yr old that treated us as an inconvenience. The server was ok. Nothing to shout about, she didn't let us go hungry or thirsty, but didn't really compel us to return.
(3)J S.
I have been to Fred's a number of times. Food quality is good. You get a lot of food for a very realistic price. After getting gouged so many places on Maui in the food department, this is a breath of fresh air. I am talking about from a price standpoint. Nice location right across the street from the beach. Inside there is some cool decor. Will return here on future trips.
(4)John O.
Fred's is always a good place to go for a decent margarita and some cheap Mexican food. I am very familiar with the Fred's in San Diego as I used to live a few blocks away from the one in the Gaslamp District. The Kihei Fred's is sistered by Moose's which I believe is up stairs? I did not bother going up the stairs. The food that I had was exactly like what you would get in San Diego. The only thing I noticed was the portions were a little smaller as far as the taquitos go. The margaritas were delicious. I ordered the top-shelf which were a bit pricey but worth it. As for the folks that visit here, well, mostly tourists of course. I did see some locals but was kind of hard to tell who was local and who was a tourist. I am not sure if I would be considered a tourist since I came here on a weekend get-away from Oahu??? Well, if you like quick Mexican food that is in no-way authentic, but tasty, try Fred's!
(4)Bryan B.
Everyone seems to love this place. Maybe I'm missing something but I think the food is just OK. Their burritos are huge but flavorless. Tacos, again, no flavor. Unless you're looking for a fun, bar type of atmosphere, head over to Maui Tacos for some good food. Great place to watch the sunset is right across the street. I guess that is worth something. Although you don't have to eat there to watch the sunset...
(2)Carmen M.
Ok food but terrible service. we went for an early dinner at 5 p.m. Fred's is a seat yourself place & even with it being only half full it took 10 minutes for our waitress to take our drink order & bring chips/salsa. My husband's order was wrong but after the wait we didnt feel like sending it back. We tried to pay with a visa gift card which according to the waitress "never works". We then resorted to cash but the waitress never came back so we had to track her down to pay with cash. Took another 10 minutes to get change. Skip freds & go to moose's. Fast service, good attitudes & happy hour from 4-7. Food is good too!
(1)Kai R.
You are probably thining - how good would the Mexican food be on Maui? Well, this place is pretty darn good. No, it isn't 100% authentic, but the food was very tasty and good portion sizes. Ocean-view to boot. One of the more reasonably affordable places to have lunch or dinner on Maui.
(3)Danielle H.
During our 10 days on Maui last November we went to Fred's at least three times (sadly not for Taco Tuesday). Our first night we were starving and went to the closest place to our condo (Fred's!) It was Halloween, and let me say that Spartacus was very nice to look at. The margaritas were huge, and the beer in the margarita glass is fun. The mahi tacos were amazing. I didn't touch the beans and rice since I was so full from the tacos, they put huge pieces of fish in each one. We'll be back in April and I know we'll hit Fred's for taco tuesday this time! If you're in walking distance definitely walk, the parking lot is tiny and really hard to get turned around in.
(5)Stacy B.
We came here for Taco Tuesday and it's a good deal. The drinks are cheaper after 4pm, and the tacos are $3 each for the non-seafood varieties. We tried the carnitas, cheeseburger, and crispy chicken and they were all good. Good atmosphere.
(3)Mama K.
Decent Breakfast, but they ran out of Banana Muffins! This is practically criminal in Maui...good view, decent viewand clean restrooms...always a bonus!
(3)Eric S.
Just ate here. I have a feeling this place is better for drinks. But as far as Mexican food goes. I would avoid it. I ordered a carne asada burrito, and in less than 2 minutes the Burrito came out. Which leads me to believe A) it wasn't fresh. B) it was reheated. The burrito was large. But i could barely finish it.
(1)Rita H.
5th DAY IN MAUI - Tuesday 9/16/08 All I have to say is TACO TUESDAYS are the bomb. You get your pickings of $2.95 or $3.95 specialty tacos as well as specials for cerveza and margeritas. They had a specialty taco called the cheeseburger - came with fries inside and everything. Chad our waiter was awesome. This was a hip and happening place for Tuesday night. We came back on Thursday night to Moose's (upstairs) and it just wasn't the same.
(5)Jason R.
Drinks are a little pricey, but the food was pretty good. We had the chicken enchiladas, veggie enchiladas, and the chips and salsa and all were fantastic! The margaritas were good, but expensive (almost doubling the meal cost). Service was attentive and friendly. Location is great!
(4)Jeff E.
The food was really good!!! I had the mahi mahi fish tacos and I was more than satisfide. Mango margirita was also really tasty. We heard this was the place to go for breakfast, so maybe after we try it I'll keep you all updated. Only downfall was waitress seemed a little snootie, but nothing to get all up in arms about.
(4)Julie L.
Garbage. I'm sorry. But this place gets by with average food, downright bad margaritas, and complacent service because it's big, kitschy, well-promoted, and it has views. I've tried it several times (drinks, food, breakfast, lunch) and it doesn't get any better (or worse), so it's time to give up.
(2)Shirley D.
Great place, all you bad reviewers were wrong. Great service, food came quickly and was really good. We got the taco kids meals for the kids which was huge and u had the steak taco. Free salsa was tasty. Nice ocean breeze and good but pricey margies. Good place if you want a good value filling meal. And they play great oldies music. Hummed to a few 80's songs.
(4)Charlie Z.
Upon entering this busy restaurant, a sign read, "seat yourself and don't forget a menu." to my surprise the menu was far more exciting than any other Mexican restaurant I've been in. Lots is variety from appetizers to desserts. If you are a salsa fan they have traditional, tomatillo jalapeño, chipotle, and oh the so favorite habanero. Service was great and priced reasonable. A must visit while on Maui.
(4)Greg C.
I have to admit that in all the 35+ yrs that I've been coming to Hawaii, I've never ever eaten Mexican food on the islands. Who goes to the islands to eat Mexican food? I do now! A lot of the previous reviews talk about Fred's not being authentic Mex cuisine....I have to agree....however, it doesn't claim to be an authentic Mex restaurant! It bills itself as a 'San Diego-Style' Mex restaurant! Whatever the hell that is. But it's damn good! We always see the place as we're driving by and it's always crowded in the front patio seating area and always say we're going to check it out, but never did. I mean, why would I wanna eat Mex food when Da Kichen is right down the street? So one night we took a chance and went. We had a couple of the combo plates with tacos, enchiladas and this fried hockey puck looking thing that was off da hook!! I think it had chicken, and beans and corn and sour cream and some other stuff in it and it was fried with an ever-so-lovely-light-batter and there were two of them in a combo plate along with a taco and enchilada. Those were equally good with a lot of San Diego goodness, whatever that means. Oh, and the chips and salsa before the meal were good too! the chips are fresh and they give you a hot and a mild salsa. A lot of the other reviews gave the service poor marks, but we had a San Diego looking Haolie dude and he was really friendly and helpful. No complaints there at all. Overall this is a good restaurant and I will be coming back....hopefully soon!
(4)Jeremy D.
My friends and I were visiting Kamaole beach and wandered into this restaurant on a whim. The restaurant is an open air restaurant with plenty of balcony seating and great views of the ocean. You seat yourself, which is different. They offer a great selection of margaritas (try the KA Rita...it's strong but there's a limit of 3 per customer), as well as a full bar. My friends had the Mahi Mahi tacos, which were outstanding! I had the carne asada quesadillas which were also outstanding. The entrees were around $10-12 each and the drinks were around $8-10. It was pricey but pretty typical for Kihei. Overall I'd recommend giving this place a try.
(4)Ron N.
I was at freds kihei. The place is filthy. We ordered three different food item the fish salad was so bad my wife could not eat it. The fish had a coating it had a brown coating it looks like it was on the grill to long. I asked for it to be taken off the bill the waiter said you ate the fish in the fish taco same fish personally it was not a good fish taco either, but the fish in the fish taco wasn't over cooked it was edible.
(1)Cole W.
I love all the pictures they have on the walls. I felt like I was the only one walking around with my beer and a friend laughing our ass off at some of the stuff they have up there. We came here on taco night and ohhh man, those are some awesome tacos. They seem a bit expensive but WORTH IT. This place was packed but some how we got in with a group of 6 right away. Definitely come check this place out.
(4)Zakk D.
Really a forgetable expereince. Good drinks, decent happy hour, but nothing really stood out to me. I tried a few different beers and they all tasted a bit stale. The wife had a great drink (something fruity, I can't remember them all) but it was just kinda "meh".
(2)Jeff B.
My meal was tasty if unspectacular. If you need a Mexican food fix, it will do fine.
(3)donna c.
this place is okay..a bit pricey. their margaritas looked good but i didnt get to try any. i didnt know that Fred's is a chain here in cali. so maybe ill visit one near my area. anyways, came here for dinner..i ordered the spinach chicken lettuce wrap and it was good. i want to say its one of the best that i've tried so far. they provide free chips and salsa which i like. so why the 3 stars? i wasnt wowed by this place..what do you expect its a chain restaurant.
(3)B H.
Good Tex Mex. Loved the fish tacos, for the price one of my favorite meals of the trip.
(4)Danforth Ridgewell Rutherford V.
Good value for Kihei. 24oz beer is 6.50, and I believe all the food is under $10. Definitely not authentic or gourmet, but the food is good quality and tasty, and the atmosphere is lively. Taco Tuesday is a big night at fred's, as in big waits and crowded, and a younger funner crowd, but might be worth it for the discounted tacos and drink specials. Edit: Actually I have to say the tacos are really, really good here in a tex mex sort of way. My current favorite are carnitas tacos but the calamari and shrimp tacos are also really good.
(4)juliet b.
My husband and I shared the surf and turf burrito it had black beans, rice, shrimp and carne asada. It was huge!!!! Very good, but had no a spicy kick to it. The margaritas were very good, my husband had the coco margarita (I thought it was too sweet) he liked it a lot. I had the Patron margarita it was very good (strong, just the way I like them). It has a good view of the ocean and outdoor seating.
(3)sandy d.
We have been going here for years while on vacation in Maui. I always have the same thing-carnitas taco. The smoky Hawaiian style pork with Maui salt is to die for. My husband usually has that or the calamari taco.It's quick. It's cheap. And it's close to the beach.
(4)Shane F.
Food's ok, nothing "original", but a fun atmosphere.
(3)shawn m.
These are some of the lamest reviews I've read. It's Maui, for Pete's sake. Get over it. It's decent Mexican food, and you get to watch the sunset.
(4)Esther T.
For some reason Fred's always came up when trying to decide what to eat. Probably because it's right off the main road and below Mooses. The view from Fred's is really neat and the Mahi tacos are yummy. Gracias Fredo!
(4)Northofthirty D.
Great Mexican food in Maui! Who would've thunk it!?!?! This place had huge portions at reasonable prices, which is perfect when on vacay (especially at a place like Maui, where everything seems a bit more pricey compared to at home). Had a combo plate with mahi-mahi fish taco, enchilada, and something called a chicken "chingadera." Never heard of that before, but it was a breaded, fried, tasty yummy that had chicken, gooey cheese and beans in it. kind of like a tiny fried burrito. Also had a ginormous strawberry margarita which was deliciously refreshing especially since we came here straight from the beach. Would definitely recommend this place....a good find!
(4)Gwen C.
Reminded me of home - San Diego. Fun place, good decorations, tasty food.
(4)Anino X.
I'll rate this place closer to three and a half stars. This spot was better than I thought it would be. I stopped in for breakfast and had a banana muffin along with some huevos rancheros. (First time having huevos rancheros too). The food, along with the mimosas, were good and hit the spot just right. The service could've been better. There were 6 waiters/waitresses on staff and only 2 occupied tables. It took about 10 minutes to get seated and another 20 minutes for someone to come by with menus and take a drink order. I know Maui's suppose to be chill and all, but c'mon!
(4)Melissa C.
Sit on the porch, watch the sunset, order a FREAKING HUGE margarita, order tacos or enchiladas (don't expect amazing Mexican food, it's pretty average, but hits the spot), and relax. Low key place with low key prices, and a satisfying meal.
(4)Erin O.
Fred's is a good place to go when you want to watch the traffic go by, look at the water from a distance, and just pass some time or relax after a day at the beach. I had the mahi mahi tacos which our server said is the most popular item on the menu. Also had a Patron margarita and the chips. Not a lot to say on the food because none of it really stood out. The server was very nice, good service, and the decor is fun. I think it could be a fun place to go at night and shoot some pool upstairs. I would go back again but not a place I'd seek out for the food or drinks. More of a casual, fun bar atmosphere that happens to sell San Diego style tacos and drinks.
(3)B P.
It was ok Atmosphere was nice and the place was buzzing....Margaritas were a bit watery and the food was average...Nonetheless, being on vacation we still had a great time.
(3)cubs w.
This place was so good. They don't serve "authentic" mexican, but the cal-mex items are awesome. Their mexican egg rolll is awesome, so is the crispy chicken tacos. Go here if you are staying in Wailea
(5)Mae S.
Not the greatest Mexican food. I wouldn't expect more being so far from Mexico -- but across the Island, Milagros is doing it so much better. I had a huge burrito that was mainly full of rice. I doused it with hot sauce from the bottle on the table. The other diners in my party were pretty satisfied, at any rate. The service was pretty fast. The view is great but if you face the Pacific Ocean across one of the world's most beautiful beaches I'm not sure it's YOUR view.
(3)Randi S.
Food was a little boring, and I was given the wrong thing (I ordered a mahi mahi burrito and recieved the tacos instead...meh close enough). The margaritas were GOOD and the location can't be beat...fair prices, and we were seated promptly. I loved the decor..it's like a mexican red robin. The place upstairs is pretty cool to check out for a few drinks after dinner as well. We got a table right at the edge of the patio and watched the sunset. I took too many photos and annoyed my boyfriend. Would go again but 3 stars for the somewhat boring food and the fact that it's a chain......but the waitress was not snobby, the service was prompt, and she didn't seem like she didn't want to be there.. which is the cardinal sin of all waitressing. unless you work at a truck stop diner.
(3)Kate J.
Truly gross. Dirty. Awful food. Poor service. Weak drinks. The salsa tastes like canned tomato paste. :::: shudder :::::
(1)Marisa M.
Um, no. No thanks, not again. Greasy food, watered-down drinks, long wait, overpriced "Cal-Mexican" food. I guess it's a good place for non-Californians who aren't familiar with better (I'm trying to be positive!).
(2)Kristen S.
Tasty Mexican/American food. Prices are very reasonable for a sit down dinner in Maui. My family tried their crispy chicken tacos and they all loved it, my dad(granted he is no Mexican foodie) said they were some if the best tacos he has had. This place is a great casual restaurant, we came here straight from a day at the beach and sat on their open porch. Happy with the food, the service, view of the beach and the drinks. Will come again, thank you fred's!
(4)John K.
Twist my arm! I hate to admit looking down my nose at Fred's. We would walk by and see people with their flashing pucks (like the Olive Garden) waiting to get a table. Lord, there's a beautiful beach across the street with picturesque sunsets. The Greek Bistro is right behind Fred's, so we've kept our eye on the crowds. We walked down from our condo and couldn't decide on a place to eat, we settled on Fred's because the crowds were low. We opted to eat at the bar. This is always a great option when you don't have kids to worry about. Honestly, the bartenders were fun, funny, and much more attentive then the wait staff. I ended up with way too many Margaritas, but since we were walking, it didn't matter because they were freaking awesome. The food was surprisingly fresh and delicious. I love it when I'm wrong!
(4)ed b.
They have great reasonably priced breakfast. My kids loved the banana muffins made fresh daily. The food took a little while but it was worth it.
(4)Barbara G.
Don't share your hard earned money with this bland unoriginal supposedly Mexican restaurant with a haphazard bartender. I know this is a margarita bar but I thought I would see how they were a bit out of their element and ordered a dirty martini. The barkeep did NOT ask if I wanted a gin or vodka martini...just rattled off vodkas..I went with it since I thought he was comfortable with that. Shoddy, at best. The Carne asasda fajitas were mediocre...the beef steak strips were good and the black beans, too. Their salsa is totally wimpy...More like lumpy tomato paste. I asked for more corn tortillas but never got them. I had chosen to sit at the bar since I was a solo diner...I asked ahead of time if the bar was a full service food area...assured yes but they were dillusional if they called that service. Walk a few steps further behind this place to 808 Bistro or just down the road to Cafe O'Lei...Cafe o'lei can make that martini and any margarita to perfection. Poor service, inept bartender, mediocre food and a condescending attitude onfthat bartender warrants no further of my patronage.
(1)Alex S.
This place was a major dissappointment, particularly after the concierge at a local hotel sent me there. Food was bland Calmex with too much cheese, not enough interesting flavors, no cilantro. Guac had mayo in it, I think. Yuck. The setting was totally touristed out with almost no locals. I'm sure its a good place to drink but don't expect good mex food. Decent for kids unless the table next to you is getting hammered - lol. the last sentence was a joke.
(2)Lyn K.
Great location, good inexpensive food and great margaritas.
(4)Farah J.
very good mexican food... quality of food kicks DUO's ass at the four seasons,, no joke... if we are comparing quality of food... freds is amazingly fresh and big portions.. umm... i have the chicken suaza, which was very good... and the carne asada burrito that had tons of meat in the big long thicks chunks and it was the biggest burrito i have ever seen.. and their prices are right on!! they rock for mexican food..
(4)Adam M.
Just OK. Wife and I asked whether the fajitas would serve 2. Where we come from (IA) it is common that you can feed 2-3 on one order. We were told they were pretty big and could feed two. We were surprised that the meal was about the right size for one when it arrived. Taste was just OK. Far better tasting and cheaper Mexican food in the Midwest.
(2)C M.
Delicious chips and salsa. Yummy huge burritos. Fantastic margaritas! Great place.
(5)Dawn M.
Went for breakfast last week while on vacation. Props for an affordable option in the area, and for a nice view of the ocean (with the main road between you and it) to go with it if you can score a seat on the smallish patio outside. The menu offered some creative options, but I still opted for a regular breakfast and it was just okay to me. I did get the banana muffin with my breakfast which was yummy! They lose points for not offering Splenda or Equal to put in my coffee. Boo...don't you know that throws off the whole taste factor in my morning drink? Service was fine. I would just rather go to Kehei Caffe everyday for breakfast for an affordable and tasty breakfast option rather than Fred's.
(3)Dawn J.
really incredibly mediocre food. canned beans, frozen fish (on maui!!!), stale chips and bland salsa. our waitress was nice, though.
(1)Anne K.
The food wasn't so great. I ordered the Mahi Mahi Taco and Shrimp Enhilada combo. The Mahi Mahi was breaded very thickly and deep fried. It was hard to bite through. It didn't seem very fresh. The shrimp enchilada was ok. The meal came with chips and salsa. The chips were a bit stale. The salsa really basic, mild tomato sauce. The best part of the whole meal was the black beans that came as a side. The ambiance of the place was like a spring break party atmosphere. The waitresses wore these tight Hooter's style tops. Our waitress was wearing this top and was pregnant. Kind of a weird twist in the party joint. I guess if I had just turned 21 and was into meat-market type clubbing then it might be appealing. But it just reminded me of slimey guys hitting on pukey drunk girls and then an exchange of some horrible VD.
(2)Noah N.
Definitely not the best Mexican food on Maui, but well worth your money. Fred's is a great bargain especially if you do Happy Hour, or Taco Tuesday's. The food is great and the Margaritas are huge! Great hangout spot.
(4)Rod D.
Taco Tuesday a must when in Maui. Cold beers, good tacos, salty chips & salsa and one of the best views of the sunset...nothing wrong with that.
(3)Michael B.
I don't care that it's not authentic Mexican, it's still delicious! After a long day snorkeling and swimming in the sun, this is the perfect place. We were staying down in Wailea, so this is a close affordable option. Food was fresh and prepared quickly.. As a benefit, there was a small gift store adjacent that was going out of business, so we loaded up on touristy crap after eating. Visit: May 2008
(4)Rachel S.
I understand why this place has four stars. It's a fun, lively atmosphere. We went on cinco de mayo and it was packed. Bar is pretty cool along with their outside seating. Food, however, was a different story. I got a mahi mahi burrito that was $11 which included no rice or beans and I had to fish literally through the burrito for my mahi. THere was next to none. I also thought the margaritas were just bad. This is one of those places that "MEASURE OUT" the tequilla. So when you order a large margarita you're getting 2 1/2 shots mixed with a disgusting margarita mix. On our 2nd (and last) round we ordered a large but had them put them in a small glass. Anyway, probably wouldn't go back. THere are much better places in Kihei to eat Mexican food and drink.
(3)Nancy F.
This restaurant is absolutely the worst at customer service I have ever encountered. My family and I stopped there on a Tuesday night and we waited 45 minutes for a party of 9, That was 6 adults and 3 children 3-9 years of age. When we were seated they sat us in a dark loud corner of the bar, people were using profanity the music was blasting and I felt it was an inappropriate choice of seating for small children. I asked the hostess if we could be re-seated and she sent us to the upstairs area which was a totally different restaurant ! When asked if we could be seated in Fred's she told us no, she stated " you know its Taco Tuesday!" Actually no I did not .
(1)Michelle N.
Taco Tuesday is always a reason to go BIG in Kihei. The tacos are cheap and delicious with their special sauce and the tequila always adds an intoxicating spin to the night. I do love me some tequila so obviously I am a fan of their well endowed tequila selection and the fact that the margs and shots are half price on Tuesdays. If you know anyone in Kihei, you are destined to run into them at Fred's on Tuesday because everyone who is anyone knows that this place provides an excuse to get crazy during the week!
(4)Kevin B.
Very fun. Good beer. friendly quick service. Good for kids. I had the spicy pork and it was very good. This place is just fun and lively. Good view of the water and sunset. If you are staying in Kihei and want a pretty inexpensive meal this is a good place.
(3)Lisa P.
Why does everything taste better when you're on vacation? Is it simply for the fact that one is relaxed, laid-back and perfectly primed for enjoyment? Or is there more to it than that? I'm on an island (Maui) right now that has access to some of the freshest seafood and produce I've ever tasted. I think that may have a little something to do with this phenomenon as well. Anywho, regardless of the cause, I'm certainly lovin' the results; before long, I may outgrow my bikini... Yesterday, on our first official day here in Maui, we hopped into the Wrangler for a bit of exploration. Driving through Kihei, the town outside of our resort, we stumbled upon Fred's and wandered in for lunch. It's full of oceanic/Skipper-and-Gilligan type kitch and the waitstaff could not be nicer. They close for a little while between breakfast and lunch, and we happened to pick just that time to arrive. They seated us and offered some chips and salsa to munch on and a beer to quench our thirst while we waited for the kitchen to get its ducks in a row. So nice! The salsa, by the way, was killer - we had both the mild and chipotle versions, either of which could hold its own back home in Dallas. The main event for my hubby was the Trestles combo with a steak taco, 3 chicken taquitos, guacamole and rice and beans. He opted for the traditional refrieds and was happy as a clam with his meal as a whole. Everything at Fred's was fresh-fresh-fresh. I had the Mahi-Mahi tacos, which were outstanding, if not traditional. The marinade really shone through without marring the delicate flavor of the fish, and the creamy drizzle of sauce and crisp, crunchy cabbage were perfect accompaniments. The non-traditional aspect was melted cheddar cheese, but it worked and I wolfed down both tacos in record time. Also of note is the fact that Fred's is quite affordable. Our bill with combo, tacos and a beeeg ol' beer was only $30. Nice! We went back to Fred's at cocktail time, hoping to try one of the much-touted margaritas and some more mexican munchies, but the line to get in stretched out the front door and around the corner of the shopping center...we're not giving up, though! Tonight, we'll just have to start our cocktailing a little *earlier* so we're sure to get a seat at this (rightfully) popular place! Confidential to Andrea: Hawaii is giving me major Monica Hair!!
(3)Scarlet C.
Fred's has the best breakfast in Kihei. Great location, the restaurant is very open with an ocean view. I've tried about 5 breakfast items on the menu and love them all. Plus it's at a great price. Around $10 for lots of good food. People could even share a plate. The service is always friendly. Thank you Fred's.
(5)Issac M.
some of the best fish tacos ive ever had... probably because the fish was so fresh. even so i love this spot for happy hour. will def go back. right across from the ocean.
(4)Charles M.
Fred's is a fun place. The decorations all over the walls and ceilings give it some great character while the open air seating provides for a wonderful atmosphere. The service was friendly and quick but more importantly, the food was AWESOME! Beginning with the chips and salsa, my brother sister and I were all very impressed with the high quality, great tasting salsa that we were served. The menu has PLENTY of choices and I ended up going with one of their 1 lb plus chicken burritos smothered in ranchero sauce. I must say that the burrito was nothing to write home about taste-wise but the ingredients tasted extremely fresh and I was well beyond full about 3/4 of the way through the thing. There are a few minimal complaints I had about this place: 1- there were birds EVERYWHERE in the restaurant. I almost stepped on a few myself. 2- there were a fair amount of kids that should have been on leashes but were instead running around and chasing the birds 3- the burrito did not have a signature taste. It was a great work of food but it just didn't grab me by the balls like I wanted it to. I would DEFINITELY recommend this place to anyone who wants a great sit-down Mexican meal in a wonderful location.
(4)erica t.
We stopped at Fred's while driving down the western coast of Maui and we were happy we did. We both got fish tacos and they were pretty tasty. The margaritas we had weren't too strong, but the tacos made up for them! We would happliy go back if in Kihei again.
(4)J K L.
Great breakfast place with an ocean view. Portions are huge! They have so many breakfast options it's crazy. Try the Loco Moco there, it's delish. Standard breakfast fare, but when you're starving in the morning, that's all that matters.
(4)Bay Area Truth Teller Z.
Typical cheesy, we're-trying-to-be-cool, mexican place. We came in for a drink and I was so NOT impressed. But maybe by local standards, this is "good"?
(2)A K.
Just came back from Maui, HI. There were some wonderful local places all along South Kihei Road. We tried places that the locals raved about and Fred's Mexican Cafe is one of 'em. The waiter was cordial but seemed bored. Probably waiting to get out of work so he can go surfing. The food was delicious! My husband and I split the surf 'n turf tacos and a chicken appetizer (can't remember the name but it was basically chicken fried spring rolls with guac on top). The portions were pretty big as were the drinks. Our friends had the calamari salad and fish tacos which were also a hit. Subtracted a star bc we found a piece of hair in one of our dishes but were made up by the waiter subtracting one plate off our check. Go Fred's!
(4)Holly T.
Good place to come for breakfast. Huge portions at reasonable prices. And come on, no one can mess up breakfast food. The Loco Moco here is tasty - I liked it better than Kihei Caffe's version. Skip the guava juice, which is served at room temperature in a little glass. Tip: there are coupons for buy 1 breakfast entree get 1 free in those free local tourist publications which are distributed in stores and supermarkets.
(3)Guy R.
Four stars because the prices aren't outrageous and the food was good and plentiful. Look, it's just an ordinary mexican restaurant, but leaving without feeling like you've been robbed is a pleasant surprise in Hawaii.
(4)Amy S.
This place is *always* busy it seems. It was packed every time my friend and I drove past it, no matter the time of day. Went for breakfast and ordered a simple plate of rice, scrambled eggs and Portuguese sausage with a banana muffin. It was good enough. Only got 3 small slices of sausage and was hoping for more. I think what saved the meal was the absolutely fantastic banana muffin; it's better than anything your mom or grandma could make. Sat outside on the veranda and enjoyed the view. Quite pleasant in the morning.
(3)Nathary R.
Came here for margaritas, tried a few of their special margaritas but they were terrible, finally just got their house margarita which is half the price and it was probably their best. I didn't try their food, I did have their chips and salsa and it was pretty good so their food could be worth trying if you are craving Mexican food.
(2)Erik A.
Not too bad. Had the shrimp burrito, it was good but forgettable. Seriously not a bad place for a fast bite. Prices are fair for hawaii, and while the wait staff was not stellar, they did not forget we were around. I would go to this place above say, a Denny's.
(3)J.P. H.
This place was average with decent service. My wife and I went here for dinner on our second night in Hawaii. We waited for roughly a half hour for seating and were served what seemed like salsa from a can and thick chips that seemed like they were from a Costco or Sam's Club. We ordered a tacos and I was excited for the "tomatillo" sauce. I knew I should not have expected much from a place with quotes on the wall such as "[w]hen in Mexico never eat at a taqueria by a pet store[,]" and "[t]u di beech." That tomatillo sauce was just mayo and it was all over every single taco we ordered. Perhaps there was tomatillo somewhere in it, but not enough to even tint the mayo green. Mayo, on a taco... seriously?? No warning either. After the thirty minute wait for hte food that we already had I was not ready to send them back and wait again. I just took the meat out of the taco and tried to scrape the offensive "sauce" off. On the plus side, the restaurant had a great view of the ocean and beach. The open air environment of the place was good as well. The churros we ordered for dessert were also quite good. Not recommended.
(1)Mia L.
Very very "meh." We ordered two lunches to go (grand total: $30) -- a plate of enchiladas, a carne asada burrito, and churros. I understand that this is a tourist joint and stellar food is not the norm, but I don't think I set a very high bar expecting the burrito to be folded tighter than a slouchy purse. The burrito fell apart within a couple of a bites, revealing large, 2" cubes of meat, cubes too big to ingest without stuffing your face and nearly choking. Fail. They also forgot the silverware and I had to walk back from the beach to get utensils, despite the fact that I left a nice takeout tip.
(2)Raquel C.
Very americanized. Not authentic.
(2)Kristina S.
This place was AWFUL! We put in a reservation and the wait time was 40 minutes. Instead they made us wait TWO HOURS and were extremely rude when we would ask why things were taking so long. When we talked to the manager and complained later on we expected complimentary drinks or at least a free appetizer, but of course thats asking too much of these people!! The food was not worth that two hour wait and there are much better places to eat in Kihei. AVOID THIS PLACE IF YOU CAN!
(1)Jacqueline D.
Had the tamale plate with rice and black beans, very surprising that I enjoyed the food. we got the complementary chips and salsa they were awesome, and a nice cold dos XX to top it off. waitress was nice and friendly.
(4)sara j.
Loud, good for groups and kids. Loved the fish tacos, and surprisingly the cheeseburger taco! Margaritas are big and delicious. Came here because they were open on Christmas day and it happened to be taco-licious Tuesday. Happy, would go back!
(4)Monique C.
So, this place is fun! Loads of crazy things on the walls... Mmmm...I love beer so this place is right up my alley. It's kinda wierd they call mayonaise "salsa verde". YIKES! And they don't offer crunchy tacos! C'mon what's a mexican place without crunchy tacos?!? But they do have a tostada, so that usually does the job. Fun times on Taco Tuesday....awe that's where I met my boyfriend of 2 & 1/2 years.... he did body shots off me...ha ha j/k Overall- this place is fun, just don't get the tequila girls come over to your table...haha
(3)Drew S.
Fun atmosphere and great service! Chips and salsa were tasty; we asked for the chipotle salsa which was delicious and spicy. I was very happy with the veggie quesadilla (roasted corn, avocado, portobello mushrooms). It was huge and I ended up taking half of it home. We will definitely be back!
(4)T N.
I knew going in to Fred's Mexican cafe it was going to be mediocre but I went anyway just hoping for a place where i could get a fish taco that was good and wasn't to pricey like most of Maui. Margarita came in a fish bowl size glass with one shot of tequila and fish taco's just ok.
(1)Cherie B.
I visited freds twice on my vacation and I received excellent service. The second visit we were served by Alyssa. She was awesome. Alyssa was prompt, friendly and somehow read our minds and brought us everything we needed before we had a chance to ask! and the cheeseburger fry tacos were great too!!!
(5)Holly D.
I ate at Chad 's Mexican Cafe last night night. I have Celiac. Chad's Mexican Cafe has a gluten free menu. There is a separate menu which lists fajitas, tacos, etc. It lists which substitutions to make such as corn tortillas and Mexican rice (the rice has wheat in the soy sauce). I had the the chicken fajitas with corn tortillas. The restaurant is also decorated with ceramic figurines from the 70's and 80's around the top ledge and very colorful and bright. Great music with a great view of the ocean (right across the street from the ocean).
(4)Alex B.
Worst Mexican food I've had in years. Nothing to see here -- move along! I've tried eating there four different times and each time it's overcrowded (no idea why), loud (conversationally) and has 80's punk music blaring. I asked if they could at least put on some decent music and the waiter told me the manager liked 80's punk and even though nobody else did -- it gets blasted. Really pathetic -- I won't be back.
(2)Mandi M.
I wouldn't call this "authentic Mexican' food, but the quesadilla was tasty. The big find here is the Patron Margarita! They are good and strong. YUMMO This is a great drink and appetizer place.
(3)Donna G.
Nice find for the family. Long day at beach and looking for casual, quick food. I highly recommend reservations if you are either a large party or looking to eat at the peak of the dinner hour 6p-8pm as they fill fast. Friendly service, good food, large quantities. I had the Ono tacos and was very pleased, I love fish tacos and these did not dissapoint. The 5 teenage boys that accompanied us were all happy and very full! They don't claim to be authentic Mexican they are San Diego style mexican (previous post from fellow Yelper dissed them on this.)
(3)Suzie L.
Sticky table. Salsa tasted canned. Food arrived about 30 seconds after our cocktails arrived. Enchilada sauce had a metallic taste. Rice was flavorless. My stomach was queasy the following day, as was my dining companion's. Coincidence? I think not. The only restaurant worse than Fred's was Moose McGillycuddy's upstairs which apparently is owned by the same group. Double ugh.
(1)Laura J.
Went to the Old Town location, and was happy again with the food. I'm not sure the salsa was quite the dreamy stuff from Hawaii, but maybe it missed the Aloha magic. Anyway, there are lots of good Mex food choices in Old Town, and this is one of them
(4)Jill W.
A local recommended this place to us, and it was very good! I got the Chicken Monterey, and it was delicious. Their black beans are very good, when normally black beans are not so good. The chicken breast I had was cooked PERFECTLY, and was exactly what I like in chicken breast- white meat, a little moist, with a nice charred skin. My husband got their "mexican eggrolls"-- he said they were only OK, but he REALLY enjoyed their fish cake things. Their chips are salsa are also very good-- served with green and red salsa. The service was quick and efficient, and the view is wonderful, especially if you sit outside.
(4)Nicole S.
Fred's is not good. I live here in Maui and I've been here a handful of times hoping that it will be better each time we go but it never is. Yes, it's in a good location with the beach and sunset views right across the street but the food is just not tasty. It's lacking in flavor, everything that my husband and I have tried is just bland. It's too bad because it is a fun atmosphere but we just don't enjoy the food here.
(1)Chris L.
Great service the chips and salsa were great. The cheese enchiladas and fish taco's were very good. Chicken enchiladas had too much paprika or something, not so good. Black beens and rice were good.
(4)Jacob B.
Hamburger taco was animo. Fish was good too. Tako taco was weird.
(5)Gianna R.
I like Fred's its a good atmosphere the bartenders and waiters are very friendly and the food is good.. I always get the Mahi Mahi Tacos.... Its really busy and fun on Taco Tuesday's but Any day of the week is a good time there....
(4)Surranna V.
Meh...I have experienced so much better. Mexi-what? Mexi-nada. This place has a view and tourists like that. The baja fish taco is made with a frozen breaded piece of cod. Cod......Mexico.....what? The margs are week, and taco Tuesday isn't a great deal. I love that the photos of the food below look like different variations of poop. I wish Fred's was good cause the patio is great but I just can't be bothered with this place.
(2)Chris L.
This was a nice reprieve from high priced (but good) food of Maui. We happened to be there on Taco Tuesday. The tacos were plentiful. The chips and salsa were a nice start to the meal but we filled up on those leaving little room for the tacos which are a substantial size. The Baja fish taco and the shrimp taco were my favorite. We also happened to get a seat on the outer portion of the restaurant and got a nice sunset with the meal. If you are looking for authentic, you won't find it here. But if you are looking for some tasty food at a decent price, stop on by.
(4)Oso C.
Fred's is a solid Maui go to. Pretty good Mexican food and great dive atmosphere with an amazing view. Enjoy
(4)Eric G.
Good food. Good service. Everyone in our party of four enjoyed their meal.
(4)Robert C.
Great Breakfast spot. They start at 7AM and its gets crowded after 9AM, but the service is fast and good. I had the chicken fried steak and eggs with fried rice, all were excellent. The coffee is good. My family also had the eggs benedict Florentine and the all American scramble. Both were excellent and there was plenty of food, we all went away stuffed. You can also get a banana muffin for 45 cents more instead of toast or english muffin. It was good. We ended up sharing our plates with each other so that we knew what we would order next time and we will be back. They have a full bar so they offer Kahula or Bailey's coffee and a bloody mary with breakfast. Do not forget the 2 for 1 breakfast coupons (they are all in those free activity directories. Moose Mcguillicuddy's Breakfast is served in Freds.
(5)Naz M.
Yesterday we went to this cute cafe-restaurant for breakfast, l ordered Huevos Rancheros and husband ordered Mexicali, we also ordered Bloody Mary to drink. OMG food was fulfilling and very satisfying, Im not even talking about their bloody mary. It was like a signature! We drank bloody mary million times but theirs was goood :) We paid $38.00 , for 3 bloody mary and 2 meals, service was fast and stuff are friendly.
(4)Michael C.
right said....FRED. I'm not exactly sure who Fred is, but his Mexican Cafe was a convenient place to have dinner on my recent Maui trip. After a LONG day of sight-seeing and eating (boy did we eat all day), we decided to return to the hotel earlier than planned. Not wanting to drive anywhere, and mostly for fear of losing our parking space, we came upon this restaurant after using the trusty Yelp app. Thankfully, we were able to reach this restaurant by walking as it was less than a mile from the hotel. NOTE: Fred's Mexican Cafe is located on the first floor of a building shared with Moose Mcgillycuddy's. Indoor and outdoor seating available. We arrived just before 8pm and were seated immediately. Though we had hoped to escape the humidity during dinner, the front part is open air and therefore our table on the patio area didn't make too much of a difference as we were treated to the same breeze the other patrons were experiencing. The server was very patient while we perused the various menu offerings. In the end, I ordered the chicken tacos while my friend chose the cabo carnitas. Both entrees included black beans and Mexican rice. We munched on the complimentary chips and salsa and sipped our drinks while we waited for our food. I chose the Classic Rita while my friend selected the Mexican Mai Tai. Our food was delivered within an acceptable amount of time, and I would say it was all very satisfactory. I wasn't overly hungry since we were eating pretty much throughout the day, so the portion size for my food in particular was just right. My plate came with two chicken tacos and decent servings (not too much or too little) of the black beans and Mexican rice. SERVICE: Very good. Our server was patient while we took time to look over the menu, and she periodically checked on us throughout the meal. BOTTOM LINE: Overall, we were both satisfied and our visit to this restaurant served its purpose: a place for dinner that was within walking-distance of our hotel.
(3)tony C.
My experience...Eh. The food was ok, the ocean view was a pleasure. I had the Chile Verde burrito which was huge. I could only finish half of it. One thing for sure, they give you a lot of food for a reasonable price.
(3)Brooke C.
Fred's isn't a bad place to eat- but there are definitely better establishments near by. We came here because a local friend we were meeting said they have a great gluten free menu; which seemed to be the case. The food wasn't bad- typical high-volume chain Mexican restaurant food. My husband did mention his burrito was pretty dry inside. We came here twice, once for drinks the night before we came for dinner. Our waitress wasn't very attentive once she realized we were not ordering a meal. I did order guacamole for our chips, and had to remind her 20 minutes later (not that she checked on us, I flagged her down) because she forgot.
(3)Sofie L.
There are few times in my life that I will give a restaurant one star, but this is one of those times. The food at Fred's is horrendous, & quite frankly you're better off going to Taco Bell. McDonalds holds higher standards- they thought it was acceptable to bring cold food to our table. Save yourself some money & potentially avoid food poisoning by staying clear of this god awful excuse of a restaurant.
(1)Diana G.
This place isn't anything special, but we have good service and good food! We had a larger group and our waitress was nice enough to split up our bill. I bet if you sit on the patio, you'd have an amazing view of the beach/ocean. We all had different margaritas and enjoyed them. I had the hang ten. We ordered nachos, kids chicken fingers, and cantina tacos. They have a gluten free menu, which was helpful for me. Thankfully I am not a celiac because most things on the menu run the risk of cross contamination. I did not get sick. I could've hung out there all day or night, if we were kid free... Maybe next time we are on the island!
(4)Jay G.
Went here for Taco Tuesday. Place was packed and still got really quick, quality service. Pricing was excellent and the tacos were bomb.
(5)John F.
Hot sauce, it makes everything better. Now, if I was describing my own cooking, then the above statement would be appropriate. But when talking about a mexican restaurant, not so much. It started with the salsa that was served with the chips. My wife was the one who added the hot sauce to it. It made it much better. Next were the entrees. She had chicken enchiladas and quickly added hot sauce. But I ordered the "Cabo Carnitas" which is described as "Large chunks of spicy marinated pork...". there is no spice in this food. I quickly reached for the hot sauce and then it was acceptable. I can't give a positive review of a Mexican restaurant that needs hot sauce on everything that is put on the table. If you like bland Mexican food, this is your place!
(2)Brad Z.
Avoid this place! Everything is 'disgustingly' overpriced. If u mistakenly come here.. bring headphones. Im not even going to talk about the music there. Someone needs to call the health inspector.
(1)Sheri K.
I give this place two stars bc of the view and service - which were both great. The bad news is that the food is not great and VERY over-priced. Plus everyone was bypassing this place and heading upstairs to Moose McGillicuddy's. Didnt go up there. Ordered one margarita and guac. The bill? $30!! Pass this place up. There are way to many better places to eat in Maui.
(2)Eleni R.
I was kind of nervous coming here when I saw it only had 3 out of 5 stars. This place should definitely be at least a 4.5. Delicious food! You will NOT be disappointed. Nice wrap around balcony that is ocean front. Great view. Good service and very attentive.
(5)Amanda F.
Used to be in our rotation of restaurants on Maui. Pretty disappointed in attentiveness of service/atmosphere. Our waitress wrinkled her nose at most of our entrée selections... However food actually wasn't bad.. Pretty average though. Churros however... On point!
(2)Grace C.
This is the WORST Mexican food I've ever had. As we came in and walked to our seats we saw roaches and the waitress came out smashed it and came back and picked it up with a broom. The food was over priced and the tacos were tasteless. The beans tasted sour as if they were spoiled. The decor was not appropriate for a family restaurant with kids. Service was bad. The area is shady ! I will never come back here again.
(1)Shawn R.
The last time we went here (which was indeed the last time) I asked at the front where to place a take away order and was given vague directions to the bar at the back of the restaurant. Having seen how hectic this place can get as it was early it wasn't too busy at all. I walked to the bar and patiently waited for a few minutes while several bar employees passed us by, made eye contact and walked away. I finally asked a server where to go to place an order. He looked me up and down and said "Um actually, you're supposed to be THERE to place a takeaway order" and points to a spot maybe 8 inches from where we were standing. Followed by an eye roll. Yeah wait, what? I had been nothing but patient and just doing what I was told. Walked out the door and drove down to Coconuts which is our favorite spot and what we should have done in the first place.
(3)Foodi E.
The Kihei location is a tourist trap, happy hour is decent. It's "Americanized Mexican Food" with a gorgeous view of Kam II.
(3)Maritza B.
We discovered this spot on our last day in Wailea during our stay in Maui last week and totally loved their options for breakfast! The food took a while to be served but it was very worthy and the price was very affordable. If you find yourself in Maui do not pay the resorts 25$ plus for breakfast per person just go to this spot.., breakfast was awesome!
(4)G L.
Too bad it can't be zero stars! Steer clear of this restaurant that cannot produce a plate of worthy Mexican cuisine! My meat was cold, and the onions were not even grilled!! Best thing on my table was the bottled hot sauce on the table!!
(1)Anna H.
It's not the best Mexican food, but it was good enough. The atmosphere is fun and beachy, but the service was a bit slow. The guac isn't that good; I had one scoop and didn't eat the rest (good thing I got a small side of it.) Now, the chips are really good, but that's mainly due to the very sparse amount of seasoning that was on them. Basically, there's nothing spectacular about this place.
(3)Tiffany H.
This place is decent for Mexican food in Maui. We both got the Verde burrito which was giant (we easily could have split one), and the chips and salsa with the verde, chipotle, and habanero salsa. Our waitress was very friendly. The only downside is that this place is a little pricey--$14 per burrito without rice or beans on the side. Because decent Mexican is a hard find in Maui, this place gets 4 stars from me.
(4)Jacob T.
Great food! Free chips and salsa with 4 salsa Flavors to choose from. Amazing ocean view and a very upbeat staff. Thanks Fred's. We will be back.
(5)Vince D.
First few hours on Maui late this afternoon and we went to Fred's hoping for some good Mexican food. :-( Not impressed. Seemed dirty and the food not great. Most likely will not go back.
(2)Lauren And Darren R.
Decent place to maybe grab a beer but even then my draft was warm! Don't go for the food. If they got a cheap taco night maybe it's worth a stop with your boys but beyond that it's terrible. Wife and I are from Fresno and she compared it to Chilis of Mexican food. That's not a compliment. Your paying for the view and being in Maui but far superior places exist.
(1)Sarah G.
First time eating here, good experience. Food was good service was good. Our server was Todd. He was polite and professional, got our order correct. I was disappointed the food wasn't very spicy, it definitely could have used a little kick. I understand not everyone likes spicy food but what do you expect coming into a Mexican restaurant? Other than that the food was great.
(4)Michelle R.
We have been to Kihei twice and Fred's is our go to when we want a quick Mexican meal that will taste good and not break the bank. Service is quick and friendly. We have tried various things on the menu and not one was a disappointment. The only reason this didn't get 5 stars is for the birds. Literally, birds! Stop by and see what I mean.
(4)M S.
There was water dripping on us from one of the pipes on the ceiling. Food was bland at best, tasteless at worst. I ordered the shrimp fajitas and the shrimp looked like it came from a frozen supermarket bag. Do not recommend.
(1)Rosey G.
Decent food. Good margarita. However, the birds have become a huge problem. The table next to us was shooing birds away from their children's laps, plates and chairs. We thought we were safe until a bird landed in our rice and beans. If you go, eat inside. Not on the deck.
(3)Kristin W.
Came here one night for dinner on our honeymoon. We were debating between this place and two others. We noted the bad reviews and should have followed our gut, but we figured we'd give it a try. The biggest portion of our decision came from the appearance and vibe we got from the restaurant. Much to our dismay, the food was terrible: my tacos were soggy and the margarita tasted like they forgot to add the tequila. Not to mention the menu was a bit over priced for the quality, and the waitress was rude. I'd give it one star but the look of the outside of the place was quite nice.
(2)Douglas M.
Over the years I have had Mexican food at restaurant's named; Arturo's, Jose's Ana's, Lito's, Juan's and others. Mostly quite authentic, mostly pretty good. But Fred's? Is Fred a Mexican name? Regardless, Fred's in Kihei is pretty good and certainly a great value in all-expensive Maui! I have enjoyed their drinks and enjoyed their food. Taco Tuesdays doesn't disappoint and there is always a raucous crowd in the evening. It is below Moose so it is kind a double whammy of fun spots. If you are looking for cozy romantic, or searching for the best Mexican food you can find I would look elsewhere but for good basic food and a fun time Fred's is the place!
(4)Chelle S.
Good service and delicious tacos. We used to have a Fred's in San Diego, so it reminds me a bit of home.
(5)Mary A.
The SERVICE is awful...even the management! Drinks were not full , for paying $9 for house margarita. Manager just DID not want to make the drink right. Yelled at my husband and I, in a very loud voice. Food was average at BEST!!! Will never return and will let all friends, neighbors and family know to STAY away from this restaurant!! Spend your hard earned money somewhere else!
(1)Tricia S.
Yumm! Friendly and fun atmosphere, service was a little slow (taking the order, bringing the bill, etc) and the table beside us had to ask a few times for the bill. Food was good and had the perfect balance. We tried the chicken sizzling fajitas and the tortilla soup ... Yumm! Check it out if you want a great place to grab a quick bite. Not local food but good stil
(4)John E.
Service was good but food was not. Would not recommend this place. Last time we were there it was good but not now
(1)Henry R.
Let's talk about the 5 stars. Location location location. Beautiful views, ocean breezes, eat, swim, eat. 50 feet from the beach. You may have to stare down a driving tourist during rush hour (5pm). Raise ur drink and take a sip in honor of the fool who drives at 5pm. 4 stars: The staff open friendly. Definate personalities here. Alcohol, swim, alcohol. 3 stars: the food is good. It's not what I would call a hidden gem. The food is descent if ur looking for Mexicali cuisine in kihei.
(4)Julia Y.
Went in specifically for cocktails. Even told our server we just wanted drinks. After ordering our drinks she asked if we wanted chips and dip, so we thought sure why not? Most Mexican places give complimentary chips and dip. Turns out the chips and dip came out to $15. I asked the server because I was confused on the bill, and she rudely stated that the prices are printed on the menu. Mind you, we didn't even look at the food menu as we already told her we were in just for drinks. We barely even touched it, so there was no point in bringing us something we didn't eat and having to pay for it. I told her that it must've been a misunderstanding since the way she offered made it seem complimentary. She replied with "OK" and walked away. No apology or anything. This left a very bad taste for my friends and I.
(2)Monika C.
Interestingly enough this place serves breakfast but its standard breakfast fare not mexican food. Well, they do have a breakfast burrito but also have all of the other typical breakfast foods you'd expect. Food is good, nothing to write home about.
(3)Fire F.
Had breakfast. Can say that I had better. Way better breakfast in my life. Eggs were either cooked too much or under cooked. Great location. Food is meh.
(3)Valencia D.
I am giving Fred's 4 stars because... 1) guacamole and chips was good - and not just "I haven't had Mexican food in a while because I am on the island" good; a little oniony, but good and fresh 2) service was great 3) classic carnitas was perfect 4) Corona Light in the bottle - and ice cold 5) Kiddie crayons and kiddie menu 6) Tapatio and Cholula on the table Try to get there around 6 or 6:30 pm so you can watch the amazing sunset - which in June is around 7:05 pm. My husband and I are lovers of Mexican food. Particularly New Mexican. But we say go for it if you are in Wailea and have the urge for Mexican. This will satisfy.
(4)Rod M.
From AZ and eating Mexican in Maui expectations are not high. However, our meal was quite good. Wife had enchiladas and kids had tacos. I had the chicken burro which was huge. Prices were typical of Maui, about 12 to 16 per entree. Service was very good. We did go early in evening so not much of a rush. I would recommend.
(4)Dan R.
Worst place to go on Maui PERIOD! Horrible everything including the gringo lousy service. Yuck. I get it, don't get Mexican food in Hawaii but like many say how can you screw it up. The American breakfast even sucked horrible ham and eggs. Fruit platter was oranges bandannas and three small prices of pineapple. Never again
(1)Debi C.
Location, Location, Location. Awesome place to be for sunset. Food may not be amazing but I would definitely say it's pretty darn good. I had the Opakapaka Vera Cruz and was very pleased. The fish was well seasoned and cooked perfectly and the tomatoes, peppers and onions were well seasoned and still has some texture (not mushy). Hubby had the "Whole Enchilada" Combo and said it was really good (as he inhaled it). And the specialty margarita was really good too (and huge). Staff is very friendly and attentive. Overall really good time with my Hubby.
(4)nisha c.
food is average at best service is sketchy they are busy talking and would rather not serve, thank u
(2)Micah S.
We had the nachos, and they were the worst nachos we've ever had! They don't used shredded beef, you get mince (not a lot either you get more black beans than beef). You also don't get sour cream or salsa, which is ridiculous really. Service was great though but not good enough to make up for crappy Mexican food. Not happy, waste of money.
(2)Steve L.
The food here was amazing. I ordered the carne asada tacos and the meat was amazingly tender. Living in CA I have a good pick of Mexican food and this was as good as any of the places in CA. We had the taquitos for the appetizer and that was really good too. Can't speak to the fish stuff cause I don't do fish. The chips and salsa were great as well.
(5)Blake M.
Had some fajitas there chicken and steak excellent. Salsa wasn't the best kind of tomato pasty and not very hot.
(4)SpinThat Beat A.
If your looking for authentic Mexican food then this is probably not the place for you. It's "gringo" status style food which can be considered tasty by many just not this yelper. ...Although the spirits are quite tasty on a warm beach day. Cheers!
(3)Debbie B.
Had breakfast again at Fred's in Kihei (Maui). The BEST thing about breakfast was the friendly and awesome service from Natalie. Natalie is an excellent server. She greeted us as soon as she saw us, got our drinks out right away, and made sure she came around often to see if we were OK. Of course, the food at Fred's is incredibly good. At breakfast we always have the Mexicali (me) and Corned Beef Hash (my husband), and it's consistently great. The portions are large and quality fabulous. We keep coming back because the servers, bartenders and food are all great. Taco Tuesday is also a favorite. We come to Fred's 2-3 times a week.
(5)Matt R.
Worst dining experience we had in Maui. Service was terrible, prices are high, the place feels dirty (but I think this is the vibe they are going for). We waited for 70 minutes for enchiladas, tacos, & nachos before we eventually got up and walked out. If I can make it at home in 10 minutes- why does it take a restaurant over an hour to make it? We spoke with the manager and she couldn't event find our tab in the system (despite the fact we ordered and drank 8 margaritas while we waited). I feel bad for whoever owns this place- they're clearly oblivious to how bad things are. Even if they offered me a free meal I would not go back. This place is a joke. AVOID!
(1)Mindy S.
Mixed reviews here I see. My partner is a native SF'er so living near the Mission District and having lived in LA for a number of years...he knows good Mexican food when he eats it. My partner had for lunch the carnitos tacos (asked for corn tortilla) which had a red sauce (normally a green sauce he said) which was good. It came with beans and rice. Fred's uses black beans for refried beans which my partner thought was a nice change of pace and tasted really good. We both enjoyed the homemade corn chips and fresh salsa...very nice (mild which is how I like salsa). I had two tacos (al la cart) one being a calamari taco (nice light spicy sauce w/ cilantro and cabbage and chopped tomatoes) and a cheeseburger taco (wha????) yep....just had to try it since it was such a weird combo. Very good...burger chopped w/ French fries, lettuce, tomato and onion w/ an aioli sauce. I was shocked by how good and unusual it was. Our waiter couldn't have been any nicer. A native-born Mauian (is that pc?) young man who was more than generous w/ his time and helpful info on where the best bodysurfing beaches were. When you are on vacation, it is nice to not be treated like you are a tourist if you know what I mean. :) We will make another trip to Fred's before we leave Maui.
(4)Sarah Beth A.
Chips were STALE, salsa was delicious. Waitress wasn't very nice, but taco was amazing! I wouldn't say it's the best food, but you seriously can't beat the location and ocean view from sitting outside!
(3)Tom C.
We live in NM so we stay away from "Mexican" restaurants when we travel. But the Grande Nacho's here are good and they have a full bar. Good guacamole as well. Split the apps and share a salad. Good view for afternoon but close to sunset sun in your eyes.
(4)Kat c.
Our server Alyssa was very nice. Texas girl here and I'm used to the southern hospitality. I had the Grilled fish tacos which were very good. Mexican rice was good but pretty difference then my usual texmex. Queso was made with pepper jack cheese so again different but good.
(3)Carrie P.
The calamari steak tacos were fantastic! Their black beans also were surprisingly tasty and my husband loved their habanero salsa. Natalie was our server, she was super nice and even suggested some good beach/snorkel sites.
(4)Rufus M.
Started w guac & chips. Split decision, but I thought it was delicious. From their, we both thought the food was delicious. Sorry for the lack of detail, but you should expect an above average Mexican plate style restaurant that is right across the street from the water. We will be back.
(4)Terry H.
Great time with Jennifer at the bar and their $5 tacos. Drinks were very tasty and strong. Everyone at the bar was having a great time. Fred's is on my return list. Lots of fun.
(4)Sara E.
We went on Tuesday night and it was Taco Tuesday so all the tacos were on happy hour. It was really busy and our service was only okay. I waited tables for about 8 years in college and high school so I am a lot more forgiving and understanding after years of busy nights. Our server just seemed to want to talk to her friends more than earn money. The tacos were pretty good. They didn't skimp on the size so I felt like I got my money's worth and left full and happy. I had chicken taco, carne asada taco and a side of rice that I shared with my husband. He had a shrimp taco, fish taco, and carne asada taco and said all were good as well. My 7 year old had a ground beef taco that she devoured. The chips and salsa are also really good. Overall, we would go again on a Taco Tuesday night and just hope for a server who at least tried to hide when ignoring us instead of openly ignoring us. I would have rated it higher if the service was better. The view from the patio is great. You can see the ocean and sunset.
(3)Mark D.
Food was OK, service was good, drinks Were average , price was decent! The 3 star rating is pretty spot on!
(3)Tim B.
We have a Freds in San Diego which I really like. It's in old town and not like all the other restaurants - they play rock music and cater to a more adult crowd ( yes they still serve children). Anyways, prefer the San Diego Establishment a little more - didn't see a bar to sit at in Kihei location. Chips were cold, but still the great familiar salsa. California burrito and fajitas were great. Service was ok - can be hit or miss back at home too.
(3)Nate S.
The tacos are spectacular. We had the grilled fish taco and the calamari tacos. Each had a great sauce to them. The calamari had a spicy adobo sauce while the grilled fish was more of a lime cream sauce. The margarita my wife got was huge. The only thing lacking was the service. Our waitress even had a helper and we waited a long time in between seating, drinks, food, and checking in on us. Overall great food. Great atmosphere. We were able to sit on the deck and watch the waves crash in.
(4)Sarah J.
GREAT service, but food is just mediocre. Drinks (margaritas!) were great, however, and we got them on special (only $5 a piece!), so well worth the money. Really liked our server.
(2)Inga L.
So good! Being from south Texas near Mexico, my family and me were very impressed! Plates are huge and shareable, don't let your stomachs fool you! We walked out so full because it was so good we had to finish!!! One word: DELICIOUS
(5)Heather S.
Amazing place. The people were happy to seat us right away, food came quick and was delicious. I would recommend this place if you're in the area. Super fun environment!
(5)Olivia O.
This was my second time at Fred's and I'm giving it 4 stars because of several reasons 1) really good service 2) the food is good and although they don't have a lot of vegetarian options they are very willing to make substitutions 3) the portions are good 4) great location to watch the sun set. I know it isn't gourmet, authentic, or anything mind blowing but overall for what it is, it is really good.
(4)Dave W.
Best breakfast place in Maui. Big Stack Attack is three HUGE Banana & Macadamia nut pancakes with THREE eggs AND three pieces of Bacon for just under $11. Delicious. I've been here three times and have never been able to finish the pancakes. Great ocean views. Friendly, attentive wait staff.
(5)Chris G.
Great fish tacos! lots of options for the fish and preparation (try the Ahi!). Fun in the sun. A bit busy, but so what! Have an IPA (or a Mai Tai) and relax!
(4)Ashley M.
I started to read most of the reviews and thought alright. Although people say it's Mexican food but doesn't taste like it, I'll try it anyway. Big mistake! Wasn't good at all. The salsa at the table wasn't even spicy. It tasted like tomato paste. My fiancé and I were very disappointed in our dinner too. It was nasty! I will be back for taco Tuesdays and possibly a margarita just to try it again. I like to give places a second chance to redeem themselves. The service was good and sun set was breath taking but other than that, oh brother! Not the best Mexican food.
(2)Sherwin A.
Reasonably priced Good meal presentation and quantity Good service Lacking in flavor
(3)Brigette R.
Amazing food!! for the prices they have to offer is totally worth the amount of food they give u. Wish we had a restaurant like this in CA but when I go back to Hawaii will defiantly go back to the restaurant!!
(5)r k.
Typcial make belive Mexican food. Perfect for the mainland gringos who are the only ones that come here anyway. Carne asada quesadilla and a couple of stiff margaritas will do the job.
(3)Dwight C.
The place is a dive! Part of what is so much fun coming here! The food is great and the prices fair. Great view of the beach across the street. One of the better restaurants on this part of Maui
(4)Adam N.
So, my expectations for Mexican food in Hawaii were low to say the very least. I've been to Fred's before and was expecting the same sticky floor and horrible service and atmosphere. Well, I was truly surprised. Todd took amazing care of us and made sure our drinks were never less than half full. The food was pretty great too. For an inexpensive dinner, it was pretty awesome. Thanks Fred's and thanks Moose's. Wow was that an interesting second stop...
(4)Randy S.
We went to Fred's for lunch and we were able to get a table outside, although most of the place is open air. Our server was friendly and patient with us as we were trying to decide what we wanted. My wife went with the Fish Tacos, and I went with the one pound burrito. They give you chips and tacos, both were good, but I've had better. The meals were quick to come out and both were very hot. The fish tacos were very good and the fish was seasoned beautifully. The burrito was more about quantity than quality. Albeit it was good, but I've had better. What you are paying for with Fred's is the location. They are right across the street from the beach. The food is good, but I wouldn't say outstanding. I'm sure if you wanted better Mexican, there are other places on the island that will be better. However, those places probably aren't on the beach.
(3)Johnny T.
I was hesitant to try this place after reading some of the negative reviews. However there were also a lot of good reviews as well. The food was typical Mexican fare. It wasn't out of this world great but it wasn't as bad as some people said. I had the chicken fajita which came out smelling food and sizzling. The chips and salsa were good too.
(3)Kathy C.
Great food - awesome atmosphere! Stopped by for dinner on Fathers Day and we didn't wait long! Good chips & salsa - and the passion fruit margarita was yummy!
(4)Donita S.
As a Northern Californian, I am accustomed to good Mexican food, starting with salsa and chips. If you have to use the chips from a bag (Costco style), HEAT THEM UP, for Pedro's sake. The salsa was heavily reliant on the canned tomato sauce, which I can handle if seasoned well, but it could have used lime and jalapeno . The tablecloth was sticky to the touch but it could have been from the salt air. The restaurant is open to the outside and we had been having rain for days, so it could have been from the weather. The service was neither good nor bad, just impersonal. The carnitas in green chili that I had was plentiful, served with rice and beans, but just ok, nothing special. My cousin's meal was satisfactory. A little pricey for what we had. Wouldn't bother if I were to return to Maui.
(2)michelle e.
It's getting 5 stars from me NOT for being fancy-it's not. It's a great beach, bar, food Very chill place. Music is cool, seating is great- lots of outdoors with ocean views. Drinks half the price of the resorts. Eclectic taco menu. Been back 5 times already between activities. Super friendly and good breakfast and lunch.
(5)Melissa W.
Came here for breakfast two days in a row. Delicious and inexpensive. Bloody Mary's are only $4. Pretty yummy too. I ordered the basic and loco moco. Pretty decent size portions as well. If you get a chance get the banana muffins they are freshly baked every morning.
(4)Erin N.
Poor service and not worth it prices earned this place 2 stars from me. We saw several adds for $2.95 taco Tuesday but they must have been out of date since the "deal" on the menu had each taco priced at $3-5. I suggest you save a few bucks and go to Maui Tacos just down the street.
(2)Walter H.
Obnoxiously loud 20something girls, 60 year old men trying to be 20 again, and chips so stale, but not noticeable if you're one of the many inebriants. No thank you!
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