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Vol. I · No. 33Tuesday, August 11, 2026

E komo mai —

ranked by locals — not Yelp tourists

Four islands · Mom & pop only · Photos required

WAILUKU

Sam Sato's

Sam Sato's is a Wailuku saimin spot on Maui, known for manapua, dry mein and manju. Hawaii's answer to ramen — soft wheat noodles in a clear dashi broth with fish cake, spam, and char siu. Sam Sato's is a recognized local classic. Da Plate Lunch Index ranks it on local votes — Maui residents who actually eat here, not visitors rating it once.

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