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Canoehouse Exteriror - CanoeHouse, Kamuela, HI

CanoeHouse

4.7
4.7
3267 Reviews
$50 and over
Creative Japanese

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 51 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
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.


Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Creative Japanese, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (808) 885-6622
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive chef
    Rhoda Magbitang
  • Neighborhood
    Kamuela
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,267 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hawaii

    Best Ambiance

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Best Overall

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Best Food

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Best Ambiance

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Great for fine wines

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Romantic

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Good for special occasions

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
CanoeHouse offers a "magical dining experience" with its stunning beachfront location and breathtaking sunsets. Guests rave about its "exceptional service" and "exquisite cuisine," highlighting dishes like Kampachi and corn ribs as must-tries. Though "pricey," the unforgettable ambiance, "amazing food," and attentive staff make it worth every visit.

3,267 Reviews
  1. Hannah

    Indiana

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    We were recommended to try this place by a few friends. We were sat and were not offered drinks or even checked on for about 15 minutes. It seems there may be a service issue, but some were being tended to every second while others waited. Finally our server came. We both got drinks, they were good but not worth $30-$40 each. We placed an order for an appetizer, the waygu tataki and our dinners, lobster and yellow tail. Our dinner came out within minutes and they completely forgot about our appetizer. Once we got it, it was completely cold, but the plates were insanely hot, hence probably being left under a warmer or reheated. My lobster was room temp and very meh. As a sorry, we got our dessert free and a check in by the manager. We left hungry, unsatisfied and $300+ less in our bank accounts. You’re paying resort, beach front prices, but it’s definitely not worth it. The resort is nice and beautiful, but I would pass on this restaurant. The service for the price needs insane work. The food needs work as well. The view is gorgeous, but just go and sit at the chairs and bonfire for free, skip this place. Won’t recommend or return.

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  2. Emily

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Second time dining here and it just gets better. Amazing food, vibe, and oceanfront view. Shout out to our stellar waiter Michael…he made the whole experience smooth and fun! Can’t wait to come back.

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  3. Michael

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual, the atmosphere and food was amazing. If you want a memorable dining experience, this is where to come.

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  4. Maurice

    VIP

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent restaurant! Esoteric menu, great setting, good service

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  5. edward

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came with a party of 16 and 6 extra people showed up . The entire staff helped very efficiently to accommodate the added people. The service was great . The food was excellent as always despite the added number of people. I can't say enough about the restaurant.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Vacationing on the Big Island lured us to this dining spot which brought the best of the island to the table, using only the freshest ingredients that captured every taste bud with every bite and worth every penny! We researched many restaurants, but have to say that this one was the winner of them all. We will definitely come back on our next trip by canoe or car! Mahalo!

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  7. Marc

    VIP

    New York City

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best meal we have had on the big island. And we’ve been everywhere. Whether this is a date night or a family dinner….exquisite.

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  8. Linda

    Las Vegas

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful resort and setting for dining. We were seated near the ocean. The staff were very attentive and the food was excellent. Highly recommend.

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  9. Morgan

    Sacramento

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always an A+ experience. Food and presentation was wonderful, staff was attentive. View is unbeatable, and we had a beautiful sunset. Thanks for a nice memory.

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  10. tom

    Minneapolis

    22 reviews

    1.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was fine, the food was less than desirable, unbeatable for several people.

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FAQs

CanoeHouse is rated 4.7 stars by 3267 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 51 times today
Google Map for CanoeHouse

68-1400 Mauna Lani Dr, Kamuela, HI 96743

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Kamuela
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Creative Japanese, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Rhoda Magbitang
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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