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A photo of Manta at Mauna Kea restaurant
1. Manta at Mauna Kea
4.5
Awesome(1526)
Price: Very Expensive
• Pacific Rim • Kohala Coast
Booked 35 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.
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2. Meridia
4.6
Exceptional(2023)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Kohala Coast
Booked 22 times today
Inspired by the Mediterranean, dedicated to the islands. Featuring a charcuterie and crudo bar, brilliant cocktails, and an award winning global wine list framed by the forever views of Hapuna Beach, Meridia presents innovative cuisine in an unrivaled setting. Named by Hawaii Magazine as 2019's Best New Big Island Restaurant, and 2018 Restaurant of the Year by the American Culinary Federation. Located at the Westin Hapuna Beach Resort.
A photo of Copper Bar at Mauna Kea restaurant
3. Copper Bar at Mauna Kea
4.5
Awesome(656)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Kohala Coast
Booked 8 times today
Dynamic Takes on Modern Traditions. Copper Bar is one of Kohala Coast’s favorite dining and gathering places. Casual, creative tapas and entrees incorporate locally grown ingredients and are easily paired with a selection of craft cocktails, locally-brewed beers, and wine. Unwind with a handcrafted Mauna Kea Mule and absorb sweeping ocean views that have beckoned travelers for generations.*Please note that seating to guests that are not in-house at Mauna Kea Beach Hotel is subject to availability*
A photo of Brown's Beach House - The Fairmont Orchid - Kohala Coast restaurant
4. Brown's Beach House - The Fairmont Orchid - Kohala Coast
4.6
Exceptional(3727)
Price: Very Expensive
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Kohala Coast
Booked 39 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 Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar - Mauna Lani, Big Island restaurant
5. Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar - Mauna Lani, Big Island
4.8
Exceptional(5455)
Price: Expensive
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Kamuela
Booked 93 times today
Tommy Bahama combines a tranquil environment and good food with an emphasis on hospitality to make for the perfect place to recharge or unwind while indulging in a unique dining experience. The experience is sure to feel like a getaway, whether you’re on vacation or looking for a vacation from your everyday life. For more information: www.tommybahama.com
A photo of Kamuela Provision Co. restaurant
6. Kamuela Provision Co.
4.4
Awesome(4090)
Price: Very Expensive
• Pacific Rim • Waikoloa
Booked 46 times today
Kamuela Provision Co. is a stunning steakhouse that offers an exceptional dining experience for special occasions. It boasts a breathtaking view, perfect for a memorable dinner. Reviewers highly recommend it for celebrations, noting that the food, service, and ambiance are outstanding. They particularly highlight the attentive staff, exquisite surroundings, and the special touches that make the day even more memorable. It's a place where you can enjoy locally grown ingredients, fresh seafood, and steaks in a relaxed, laid-back atmosphere.
A photo of Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar - WAIKOLOA, Hawaii restaurant
7. Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar - WAIKOLOA, Hawaii
4.0
Excellent(1614)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Waikoloa
Booked 29 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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