Colleen's at the Cannery
Haiku-Pauwela, Haiku
Restaurant in Haiku, United States
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Price
$30–50per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Colleen's is the practical Haiku choice when ease matters more than a destination-dining checklist. It fits a casual date, low-key celebration, or neighborhood meal, but diners looking for a clearly defined New Hawaiian occasion room should compare it with Mama's Fish House first.
About Colleen's at the Cannery
Colleen's is a Haiku venue open daily from 7 AM to 9:30 PM with a casual dress code.
For diners comparing options on Maui, Colleen's may make sense when staying in or passing through Haiku and wanting a casual setting. If the occasion calls for a different kind of Maui plan, Mama's Fish House is a separate comparison point to consider. If the goal is to remain focused on Haiku, compare Colleen's with other nearby dining options using the details that matter for your group.
A Haiku option with daily hours
The clearest planning detail is the schedule: Colleen's is listed as open Monday through Sunday from 7 AM to 9:30 PM. The dress code is casual.
For travelers building a broader Maui plan, use Colleen's as one Haiku reference point and compare it with other named options such as Island Fresh Café, Nuka, The Wooden Crate, Paia, and Mama's Fish House where relevant.
Who should choose it
Pick Colleen's if you want a casual Haiku option with broad daily hours. Be more cautious if the occasion depends on a specific cuisine, chef, menu, seating format, price point, allergy accommodation, or formal service style.
Quick reference: Colleen's is a casual Haiku venue open daily from 7 AM to 9:30 PM.
Planning details
- Location
- 810 Haiku Rd, Haiku, HI 96708
- Website
- colleensinhaiku.com
- Phone
- +18085759211
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Colleen's reads like a true neighbourhood spot tucked into Haiku's verdant upcountry. The surrounding farms on the slopes of Haleakala give the experience a rooted, unpretentious character. Plates reflect what grows nearby, and the restaurant operates within a working community of nurseries and family farms. Expect a modest, locally focused setting where the provenance of ingredients is front and center and the overall tone is warm, down-to-earth, and quietly charming: very much the kind of place locals rely on.
Best For
This is a go-to for relaxed mornings and laid-back weekend brunches, thanks to signature egg- and pancake-driven dishes. The menu’s mix of burgers, fish and chips, and roasted poultry also makes it comfortable for casual family meals and midday lunches. Because the place draws on local produce and aims at a community clientele rather than tourists, it’s well suited to after-work drop-ins and low-key date nights where the focus is on honest food and straightforward hospitality rather than formal presentation.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the menu’s housestandouts and the place’s farm-driven focus: Banana Pancakes and Eggs Benedict are reliable brunch picks, while the Upcountry Burger and Fish and Chips showcase heartier midday or dinner options. The Crispy Skin Chicken is another signature savory choice. The kitchen sources heavily from nearby farms and short local supply chains, so ask your server what’s freshest that day: vegetable preparations and specials will reflect the season’s local harvest.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm and welcoming interior with high ceilings and booth/table seating; industrial repurposed building with casual, intimate atmosphere that transforms at night.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Farm-to-table
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Small plates
- Drinks Focus
- Craft cocktails, Local beer, Wine
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten-free options
Signature Dishes
- Fish and Chips
- Upcountry Burger
- Crispy Skin Chicken
- Banana Pancakes
- Eggs Benedict
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 810 Haiku Rd, Haiku, HI 96708
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Nuka, Notable alternative
- The Wooden Crate, Notable alternative
- Mama's Fish House, New Hawaiian, New Hawaiian
- Paia, Notable alternative
- Island Fresh Café, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in and around Haiku
Colleen's is the easier, more casual Haiku option when the priority is a low-friction meal rather than a heavily planned occasion. Mama's Fish House is the stronger choice for diners who want a New Hawaiian celebration setting, but it is also the peer to treat as the higher-effort plan. For a relaxed local meal, Colleen's makes more sense.
Nuka, The Wooden Crate, Paia, and Island Fresh Café are the right cross-shops if the group is choosing by ambiance or meal style rather than address alone. Without a published price or cuisine signal for Colleen's here, the safest decision is to use it for convenience and compare the others when the meal needs a sharper identity.
If the table is for a date, small family dinner, or post-activity meal, Colleen's is the practical pick. If the booking is meant to carry the whole evening, start with Mama's Fish House, then use Nuka or Island Fresh Café as alternates depending on the group's preferred feel.
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Compare Colleen's at the Cannery
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleen's | Haiku | , | No published awards |
| Nuka | Haiku Pauwela | , | No published awards |
| The Wooden Crate | Makawao | , | No published awards |
| Mama’s Fish House | Paia | New Hawaiian | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #1112024 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #1302023 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Highly Recommended |
| Paia | Paia | , | No published awards |
| Island Fresh Café | Paia | , | No published awards |
How Colleen's Haiku compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to Colleen's in Haiku?
For comparison, consider other nearby or Maui options such as Nuka, Island Fresh Café, The Wooden Crate, Paia, and Mama's Fish House.
Is Colleen's good for a special occasion?
Colleen's has a casual dress code and daily hours from 7 AM to 9:30 PM. If your occasion depends on a specific menu, formal atmosphere, seating style, or reservation process, confirm those details directly before planning around it.
Can I eat at the bar at Colleen's?
If bar or counter seating matters, contact Colleen's directly before you go and confirm the current seating options.
Is lunch or dinner better at Colleen's?
Colleen's is open daily from 7 AM to 9:30 PM.
What should a first-timer know about Colleen's?
Start with the basics: Colleen's is in Haiku, has a casual dress code, and is listed as open every day from 7 AM to 9:30 PM.
Is Colleen's good for solo dining?
For solo dining, note that Colleen's is in Haiku, has a casual dress code, and is open daily from 7 AM to 9:30 PM.
Does Colleen's handle dietary restrictions?
Contact Colleen's directly before visiting if you have specific dietary or allergy requirements.