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A photo of Manta at Mauna Kea restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1545)
Price: Very Expensive
• Pacific Rim • Kohala Coast
Booked 37 times today
Manta is the signature restaurant of the iconic Mauna Kea Beach Hotel and has breathtaking views of the Kohala Coast. The menu is a curation of Pacific Rim cuisine with seasonal, local, and sustainably-produced ingredients. Chef Bryan Nagao has gained formidable reputation in the international food community. He was once described by American media as "the most notable figures in rendering Modern Asian cuisine in the Northern hemisphere". The creativity permeating his cuisine stems from the diversity of his culinary background. Bryan's cuisine is a multi-faceted reflection of his Hawai'i Island birthplace, his Japanese ancestry, and decades spent in the finest restaurants in Hong Kong and Taipei. Manta features live music on Tues, Wed, & Sat.
A photo of Nui Italian restaurant
4.0
Excellent(1260)
Price: Moderate
• Unspecified • Waikoloa
Booked 34 times today
2024 OpenTable Diners' Choice Award winner. Italian restaurant and bar, with seated dining overlooking the pizza kitchen and a take out window for easy ordering on the go. Enjoy wood-fired pizzas, family-style pastas, locally-sourced salads and creative Italian specialties.
A photo of Merriman's – Waimea – Big Island restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(9747)
Price: Expensive
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Kamuela
Booked 96 times today
Located in the heart of the Big Islands farm community is Peter Merriman's original restaurant; Merriman's Waimea. Chef/Owner Peter Merriman is one of the founders of Hawaii Regional Cuisine and uses 90% or more of local produce, fish and beef. All dishes are handcrafted to highlight the natural flavors of each menu item. Our award winning wine list has selections for all to enjoy. Merriman's knowledgeable and friendly staff will guide you through a culinary experience you will not forget. We look forward to serving you!
A photo of Brown's Beach House - The Fairmont Orchid - Kohala Coast restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3764)
Price: Very Expensive
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Kohala Coast
Booked 37 times today
The breathtaking ocean vistas alone are worth a leisurely evening at Brown’s Beach House, our signature fine dining restaurant. Boasting fresh Hawai‘i Island-inspired cuisine, live Hawaiian music and spectacular sunset panoramas, this dining experience is a feast for all of your senses.
A photo of Halani restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1106)
Price: Expensive
• Farm-to-table • Kamuela
Booked 32 times today
Reflecting a journey through the Mediterranean, set against a spectacular Pacific Ocean backdrop, choose between colorful mezze platters, a selection of tender kebabs from Hamakua raised lamb to Kahua ranch beef sirloin, signature grilled seafood dishes including Whole Kampachi and Mibrasa Style Branzino with ladolemono & Waimea cherry tomatoes, as well as wood-fired pizzas and fresh salads. This beloved al fresco eatery embraces the rich culinary traditions of Coastal Mediterranean cuisine with the tropical beauty of Hawai’i to offer a rich tapestry of dishes highlighted by locally-sourced produce and seafood.
A photo of Kamuela Provision Co. restaurant
4.3
Awesome(4143)
Price: Very Expensive
• Pacific Rim • Waikoloa
Booked 47 times today
Join us Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 5:30pm for the KPC Amici Winemaker Dinner. Select 5:30pm on Jan. 25 to reserve your spot!2024 OpenTable Diner's Choice Award winner. Creative island cuisine. A breathtaking view provides the perfect atmosphere for a memorable dinner featuring locally grown ingredients, fresh seafood, and steaks. Reservations recommended. As a Surfrider Foundation Ocean Friendly Restaurant, Kamuela Provision Company is dedicated to sustainably serving you.
A photo of Roy's Waikoloa Bar & Grill restaurant
4.5
Awesome(4642)
Price: Expensive
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Waikoloa
Booked 37 times today
Roy's Waikoloa is an upbeat resort casual restaurant featuring Hawaii inspired Euro-Asian cuisine. European cooking techniques with an emphasis on local ingredients and bold flavors. An extensive "food friendly" wine list is also available.
A photo of Mauka Bar and Grill restaurant
4.1
Excellent(131)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Waikoloa
Booked 8 times today
A Bar and Grill during the day and Steakhouse by night. Amazing food prepared by very experienced chefs with live music nightly and beautiful mountain and sunset views.

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From verified diners like you
  • HiroshiVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •11 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Not only the restaurant and its staff but also the customers are superb. They are calm, polite and most importantly happy.
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    HalaniPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Kamuela
    4.6
  • KathyVIP
    Los Angeles •18 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The food was excellent, the ambiance is unbeatable, and the service was impeccable. This was our second visit, and there will definitely be more. Magical place, well worth a visit! Note: Reservation required to obtain entry to the resort property if you’re not a registered Mauna Lani guest.
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    Manta at Mauna KeaPrice: Very Expensive• Pacific Rim• Kohala Coast
    4.5
  • Jerilayne
    California Central Coast •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The spaghetti was truly amazing. The pasta actually tastes like it was made in Italy. 00 flour really does make all the difference. The service was excellent. The ambience really doesn’t match what you would think of as fine Italian dining, so that threw us off a bit. But the setting is nice!
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    Nui ItalianPrice: Moderate• Unspecified• Waikoloa
    4
  • Ivy
    Las Vegas •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Made a reservation here for our final meal on the island. Was told by multiple people that this is the best place to eat on the island. As a vegan I really appreciated the knowledge and help of our server Howard to accommodate me. My non-vegan family really enjoyed their meals too. Overall it was awesome. Pretty pricey but glad we got to try it.
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    Merriman's – Waimea – Big IslandPrice: Expensive• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Kamuela
    4.9
  • Frank
    San Francisco Bay Area •34 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Browns Beach House is the perfect location to celebrate any special occasion The ocean and sunset views are perfect and the outdoor seating allows views from every table. We had fish and steak- both were great. They also have creative starters and salads. The service from Chelsi and Jermaine was exceptional. There was live music both nights and that added to the wonderful ambience. We will be back.
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    Brown's Beach House - The Fairmont Orchid - Kohala CoastPrice: Very Expensive• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Kohala Coast
    4.6
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