Sunday, August 27
A Bite of History
After a short bit of indecision, Kirk and I decided to have dinner at the Canton Chef in Kihei. It was actually just across the parking lot from Cafe O'Lei, where we had had lunch yesterday. As we walked in the door, we spotted a typed sheet of paper on several of the doors leading to the entrance. It stated that the restaurant was closing on Monday, August 28th after 19 years in business. Wow, that's tomorrow. We wondered a bit why they were closing. Clearly they were severely short-staffed now. In fact, the waiter even suggested ordering sodas rather than any of the fancy fruit drinks one could normally order from their bar. Well, he more than "suggested". Looking at the menu, the food was incredibly reasonably priced and the place was packed with locals. Again, why close?
I discovered this review of the restaurant on the web, which I found quite accurate: "We have been to Maui every year for the last 6 years. We always make at least 1 trip to this chinese restaurant. First, they easily accomodate large groups. The prices are soooo! reasonable. The food is really good. It appears to be family owned and the waiter recommendations were the best. I also think the drinks are really unique, flashy and not wallet breaking. Usually don't need reservations."
The dishes we ordered, Kung Pao Chicken and Pork in Hot Garlic Sauce, were both delicious and reasonably priced. The bill came to $20 (2 dishes, steamed rice and a coke for Kirk).
On a side note, Kirk's back seems to be feeling a bit better. He made it through most of today on a single vicodin.
