Luz and Jose Pascual present their son, Jayden, with two of his favorite dishes, Pasta Marinara and a Pizza Built for Jay, on opening day.

LAHAINA — Jay’s Place Pasta, Pizza & Subs, a new restaurant at The Wharf Cinema Center, opened its doors on Feb. 24.

Italian pasta dishes, pizza, appetizers, salads, sub-sandwiches and more are served with a touch of local flavor.

Build your own pizza or choose from wide selections. Order a half- or full-size salad to compliment or serve as your lunch or dinner.

There are many ways to enjoy the items on the menu, especially when ordering your favorite pasta dish.

Owner and Chef Jose Pascual, together with his wife, Luz, have turned a dream into reality.

Their inspiration is their son, Jayden, who is dad’s food critic.

A lot of hard work went into the newly renovated restaurant space on the mid-level of The Wharf’s courtyard.

It has been transformed into a family-style Italian restaurant with a look and ambiance befitting a cozy Italian cafe.

Jay’s Place is open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Diners may enjoy cocktails before and after dinner or a glass of wine to go with their meal.

Call 661-6699 for takeout orders and menu items.

The Wharf Shops & Restaurants are located at 658 Front St. across from Banyan Tree Park.