Story by Shannon Wianecki | Photo: Nina Lee
The fish tacos at Fiesta Time arrive piping hot, packed with well-seasoned, pan-fried mahi mahi on a bed of authentic Spanish rice and refried beans. We recommend adding a liberal dousing of the addictive fresh salsa. “People think our salsa is amazing—but it’s just four simple ingredients: tomatoes, onion, garlic, and cilantro,” says line cook Yvette Hardin. Perhaps simplicity is the secret winning ingredient.
49 Hana Hwy., Pa‘ia, (808) 579-8269.; and 1132 Lower Main St., Wailuku, (808) 249-8463. Mexican. L, D. $