Despite the fact it's located under a bridge, off the main drag and after four years in business has never put up a sign, A Saigon Cafe is one of Central Maui's most visited eateries. At the other end of the spectrum, the restaurant offers a variety of steak dishes, served as an entree or local pupu-style. Menu items also are available for take-out, catering and private parties. The booths run down the center and across the back wall. They are flanked by smaller tables.
Additional tables are also available on the lanai.
Reservations for lunch are not strictly necessary, but the popular restaurant does more than half of its business at this time, so it is a good idea to call ahead if you'd like to be sure of a booth. In fact, it bought us enough food for a group of four. We ate and talked nonstop for an hour, were flattered when the mayor sat down to schmooze, and strolled into the sunshine after an excellent meal. The servings were so generous as to leave at least half of this lunch as take-home for later snacking. The only jarring note came when it was time to leave and it proved difficult to get the check.