Best Fun Restaurants in Kamuela

15 restaurants available nearby

1. CanoeHouse

4.7

Exceptional(3160)

Price: Very Expensive

• Creative Japanese • Kamuela

Booked 42 times today

Long regarded as the premier dining destination among the Hawaiian islands, this beloved institution is a gathering place for generations of friends, families and neighbors. Helmed by Executive Chef Rhoda Magbitang, CanoeHouse features thoughtful, seasonal dishes that celebrate Hawaii’s landscape through Japanese-Paniolo inspired cuisine, accompanied by craft-cocktails and diverse wine selections.Please kindly note that CanoeHouse accepts reservations 60 days in advance for outside guests of Mauna Lani.

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2. Hau Tree at Mauna Kea

4.6

Exceptional(284)

Price: Moderate

• American • Kohala Coast

Just steps from the beach and ocean with your toes practically in the sand, Hau Tree is a casual open-air option for relaxed lunches and dinners on the Big Island of Hawai‘i. It’s complete with a gazebo-style bar perfectly situated for meeting friends old and new while enjoying cocktails, local brews and awaiting a glimpse of the sunset’s elusive green flash. Hau Tree’s menu includes sandwiches, wraps, fish tacos, salads, ice cream, and Mauna Kea’s famous Ovaltine Froth.

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3. Brown's Beach House - The Fairmont Orchid - Kohala Coast

4.6

Exceptional(3724)

Price: Very Expensive

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Kohala Coast

Booked 34 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.

4. Kuleana Rum Shack

4.3

Awesome(1052)

Price: Expensive

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Waikoloa

Booked 16 times today

The Rum Shack offers authentic island cuisine and outstanding, unique cocktails made with Kuleana Rum and other world-class spirits

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5. Manta at Mauna Kea

4.6

Exceptional(1526)

Price: Very Expensive

• Pacific Rim • Kohala Coast

Booked 11 times today

**Manta is currently closed for a rejuvenation tentatively scheduled to reopen November 2024. Breakfast has been temporarily relocated to Copper Bar**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.

6. Binchotan

4.0

Excellent(540)

Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Kohala Coast

Booked 26 times today

Binchotan: Bar & Grill is a gathering place for friends and family to enjoy a fresh take on Asian cuisine. Our menu features the time-honored tradition of grilling meat, seafood and produce over an open flame. Shared plates, handcrafted sushi and grilled skewers are the hallmarks of this culinary experience. Our full service bar showcases artisan cocktails, premium sake and a vast collection of whiskey. We invite diners to indulge in a flavorful feast as they raise a glass of Muay Tai to toast the most glorious sunsets over the Kohala Coast!

7. FORC

4.4

Awesome(368)

Price: Very Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Kamuela

Booked 3 times today

Owned by Chef Allen Hess, FORC brings farm to table in the heart of Waimea. FORC showcases a farm to table aspect by bringing fresh harvests from Farmers, the Ocean and Ranchers. By changing our menu seasonally, we are able to get creative with what Hawai’i has to offer us. Local style brunch items like our FORC signature sandwich, brown butter banana pancakes and our housemade bacon. Hearty seasonal dinner dishes like our Big Island grass fed beef, whole roasted fish, and Chef’s Hawaiian Meal. There are vegetarian, paleo and gluten free options too. Indulge more with special menus like happy hour and holiday menus. Sip on our award winning cocktails or sit down and soak in the best dining atmosphere.

8. Nui Italian

4.2

Awesome(1216)

Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Waikoloa

Booked 32 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.

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9. Copper Bar at Mauna Kea

4.5

Awesome(656)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Kohala Coast

Booked 3 times today

Copper Bar at Mauna Kea is a fun spot with an awesome atmosphere. Customers rave about the live music and hula dancer, which adds a delightful ambiance. The food is highly recommended, and the creative tapas are a treat. The sunset views are a bonus, making it a great place for a memorable outing. Plus, the service is excellent, adding to the overall enjoyable experience.

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10. Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar - WAIKOLOA, Hawaii

4.1

Excellent(1614)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Waikoloa

Booked 23 times today

We are now open 7 days a week for normal dinner service from 5pm-8:30pm! Sunday and Monday we have our early bird special the doors open at 4:45 and the special is over with at 5:30! Please call us to order 808.886.6286-------------------------------------Sansei, meaning third generation, is a locally owned contemporary Japanese Restaurant offering new wave sushi. The force behind the food is Chef/Owner Dave "DK" Kodama. An Oahu native, he is fearless when it comes to flavors and one of the most adventurous chefs you will meet. At Sansei he has combined his Japanese heritage with Hawaii's incredible ethnic mix and flavors he experienced in his travels to create a New Wave Sushi. Japanese-inspired Pacific Rim, Contemporary Japanese type of cuisine. Call it whatever you like, what you will taste are the unique combinations of flavors and textures.

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Bradvip
Minneapolis - St. Paul •7 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Paula was fantastic and the food was wonderful. Great service, good food.
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Kuleana Rum ShackPrice: Expensive• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Waikoloa
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4.3
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Teresa
Seattle / Eastern Washington •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Service was attentive and wonderful. The ambience is unbearable at sunset made better by the innovative menu. We will certainly come back for more celebrations on the Big Island!
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Brown's Beach House - The Fairmont Orchid - Kohala CoastPrice: Very Expensive• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Kohala Coast
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4.6
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Kevin
San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Canoe House has been one of our favorites on the Island for several years. It is a perfect location for sunset dinners and an outstanding dining experience. Again, they did not disappoint. Highlights were perfectly done filet, swordfish and kampachi with garlic fried rice as a side. Wonderful flavors, well balanced, and perfect portions. Starters were corn ribs (a favorite ) and snap peas with goat cheese. Prices are at the higher end, but the value is spot on. We always try and eat here once during our trips to the island.
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CanoeHousePrice: Very Expensive• Creative Japanese• Kamuela
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4.7
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Stephanie
Seattle / Eastern Washington •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Dinner on the beach. Very casual and what you might expect - casual atmosphere with beautiful beach scenery.
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Hau Tree at Mauna KeaPrice: Moderate• American• Kohala Coast
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4.6
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chrisvip
New York City •21 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 12, 2024
The property is beautiful and so expensive. The Restaurant vibe couldn’t be more beautiful. You walk down the path and see the manta rays feeding. The staff is relaxed, but still attentive and very friendly. The menu was more innovative than other restaurants I’ve seen on the island.
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Manta at Mauna KeaPrice: Very Expensive• Pacific Rim• Kohala Coast
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4.6

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15 restaurants available nearby

1. CanoeHouse

2. Hau Tree at Mauna Kea

3. Brown's Beach House - The Fairmont Orchid - Kohala Coast

4. Kuleana Rum Shack

5. Manta at Mauna Kea

6. Binchotan

7. FORC

8. Nui Italian

9. Copper Bar at Mauna Kea

10. Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar - WAIKOLOA, Hawaii

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