Restaurants in Waimea

Napua at Mauna Lani Beach Club

4.5 Superb 422 Reviews

68-1292 South Kaniku Drive, Waikoloa Village

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“delicious calamari and curry mussels appetizers, rib eye entries a must and for dessert brownies with ice cream and fried banana”

Merriman's Big Island

4.7 Superb 2,004 Reviews

65-1227 Opelo Rd B, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Absolutely, the food was delicious and service and restaurant were amazing !”

The Fish And The Hog

4.7 Superb 692 Reviews

64-957 Hawaiʻi Belt Road, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“We loved The Fish and The Hog!! The BBQ Sampler was amazing. Our waitress Hiwa was great and everyone was so nice! We were excited to meet the waiter Ben who was also from West Virginia. We would definitely eat here again!”

Juice 101

4.7 Superb 416 Reviews

68-1330 Mauna Lani Drive, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Delicious smoothies and friendly staff….Purple Haze and Enter Sandman were our favorites!”

Gj's Huli Chicken

4.8 Superb 159 Reviews

364001043, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“We miss you in Hawi so when we did an unplanned trip to Waimea today and saw then smelled the smoke, it was on! You never disappoint, ate half a chicken in the parking lot then the other half for dinner. Fantastic grinds, mahalo!”

Big Island Brewhaus

4.6 Superb 557 Reviews

64-1066 Hawaiʻi Belt Road, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Love this place in Waimea! We enjoyed the wonton appie, split a cheeseburger and had a flight. (My wife opted for the mai tai, which was yummy and came with pineapple and 2 Italian cherries). The classic cheeseburger with haus fries was a perfect answer to our long travel day! Everything was so fresh and locally sourced! Nahe, our server, always seemed to be there when we needed something and was back in a flash with a smile. We will definitely go back!!”

Ippy’s Hawaiian BBQ

4.6 Superb 363 Reviews

64-1067 Mamalahoa Highway, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Love the coconut curry with shrimp. Also a fan of the Korean ribeye & Teri chicken.”

Tea O'Clock Hawaii

5.0 Superb 62 Reviews

64-1067 Mamalahoa Highway, Waimea

• Delivery
• Drive-Through

“We drove from Kona to visit this little tea shop and it was well worth it! I had the scenic point with watermelon boba and my husband had the watermelon fruit tea with lychee jelly. I can honestly say I’ve tried several other places on the island and Tea O’clock is tops! The scenic point is a jasmine tea, you could tell it was fresh. The flavor was absolutely beautiful! The watermelon fruit tea was just as you’d expect it should be. Nothing was watered down, only flavorful teas here!! I highly suggest this place!”

Moa Kitchen

4.6 Superb 269 Reviews

65-1298 Kawaihae Road, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“We love this place!!! Everything was absolutely wonderful- food, drinks, staff, atmosphere, value for money. Highly recommend, will be back soon as possible! 😍 Special thanks to Toku, our lovely host behind the bar!”

Yong's Kal-Bi

4.6 Superb 186 Reviews

65-1158 Mamalahoa Highway Suite 4, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Food was fantastic including amazing vegan options. The service was a bit slow (likely because they are popular for takeout so if you’re planning to eat here, order ahead). Also no restroom for customers. But the food 🤩”

L & L Hawaiian Barbecue

4.5 Superb 372 Reviews

4492 Moana Road, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“While our mixed seafood platter was good, the store had intense live chicken smell, which was really unpleasant at first but eased after 10 minutes of being inside.”

Kohala Burger & Taco

4.5 Superb 354 Reviews

61-3665 Akoni Pule Highway, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Totally awesome authentic burger place. My only regret was not ordering another burger. My sister had the Surf Burger and I had the Hi-Heat. On the drive back to our hotel, we just randomly kept saying what a great burger those were. Honestly surprised we didn’t turn around and go back for more.”

Island Hopper Taproom

4.5 Superb 303 Reviews

68-1330 Mauna Lani Dr #108, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Great place to grab a drink and relax. Erica is probably the best bartender in the history of everything.”

Country Grounds Coffee Company

4.6 Superb 109 Reviews

64-703 Keaka Kea Place, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“personal service, drive thru, best coffee”

Jade Palace | Chinese Restaurant

4.6 Superb 78 Reviews

65-1158 Mamalahoa Highway Ste 5, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Delivery

“Solid Chinese food spot! Stand outs were the Crab Rangoons, char sui pork, and the moo shu pork. Only strike, and it’s a fairly big one, was instead of the standard thin pancake wrappers, the moo shu pork was served with flour tortillas. Everything else was as expected and fresh!”

Canoe House

4.4 Superb 1,168 Reviews

Located at Mauna Lani, Auberge Collection, 68-1400 Mauna Lani Drive, Waimea

• Delivery
• Drive-Through

“My husband and I stayed several days for his 50th birthday. Surprise to us at check-in they had upgraded our room to an oceanfront room.., completely complimentary. It was hands down the best experience we have ever had. From the friendly staff, to the amazing meals and all the beautiful views inside and outside the resort. Mahalo! Mauna Lani!”

Sushi Hana

4.7 Superb 73 Reviews

65-1158 Mamalahoa Highway Suite 8B, Waimea

“My husband and I are visiting from California. We are avid sushi lovers. Sushi Hana was hands down the BEST sushi we’ve ever had. So incredibly fresh, there is nothing like it. The owner is so sweet and how much she genuinely loves the restaurant shows. The sushi chef is incredibly talented. If we ever come back to the big island this will be our first stop!”

Mauna Lani Lū'au - Hale Hoaloha

4.9 Superb 33 Reviews

68-1400 Mauna Lani Drive, Waimea

• Delivery
• Drive-Through

“Island Breeze have been Rated the Best Luau on the Big Island of Hawaii!”

koropos kitchen

5.0 Superb 18 Reviews

4488B Panako Road, Waimea

“Wow! Stopped by for lunch and tried a little bit of everything with my family. The staff was upbeat and smiling. The food was rich and flavorful; bright on the palate. 10/10 would recommend to a friend.”

Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar

4.4 Superb 1,271 Reviews

68-1330 Mauna Lani Drive Suite 102, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“i had the ribs... delicious”

FORC | Farm Ocean Ranch Cook

4.4 Superb 455 Reviews

65-1214 Lindsey Road, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“I brought Chef Allen Hess my freshly caught fish. He expertly prepared it into culinary art! The atmosphere and service is top notch, as well as the flavors and presentation. Do yourself a favor and order a few oyster shooters as well. 🤤”

Luana Lounge

4.2 Good 80 Reviews

1 North Kaniku Drive Kohala Coast Hawaii Island, 1 North Kaniku Drive, Waimea

• Drive-Through

“Luana Lounge is the bomb. Great view of the ocean, very chill atmosphere with great drinks and sushi options. Reasonable prices given the Mac daddy location. If you have the opportunity you need to check it”

Hālani

4.3 Superb 549 Reviews

68-1400 Mauna Lani Drive, Waimea

• Drive-Through

“My husband and I stayed several days for his 50th birthday. Surprise to us at check-in they had upgraded our room to an oceanfront room.., completely complimentary. It was hands down the best experience we have ever had. From the friendly staff, to the amazing meals and all the beautiful views inside and outside the resort. Mahalo! Mauna Lani!”

BROWN'S BEACH HOUSE

4.3 Superb 910 Reviews

1 North Kaniku Drive, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“We made reservations because we didn't want to leave the property. We are so glad we did! It was a bit pricey but worth every penny. The food is absolutely delicious and of course the ambience/view is pretty amazing too. We had the pork appetizer ( so good!), the fish special, the steak, and for sides we had the rice and the potatoes. It was all delicious.”

Don's Chinese Kitchen | Dim Sum & Chinese

3.3 Good 48 Reviews

67-1185 Hawaiʻi Belt Road, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“I ordered the wor wonton min and it was loaded with veggies and won tons- no complaints! I also got a 2 choice plate with roast pork and beef broccoli and the rice noodle- could’ve had more beef broccoli on the plate but there was generous amounts of roast pork and noodles. Both ladies working behind the counter were patient, kind and courteous.”

Hale Kai

3.9 Good 188 Reviews

1 North Kaniku Drive Kohala Coast, Kohala Coast, 1 North Kaniku Drive, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Kawika was an amazing bartender/server. He kept our drinks full, kept us laughing, and was super attentive. He described the lobster fried rice and made it sound so good that we decided to order it. It was delicious!!!!! Then he sold us the mud pie and again it was a winner. Thank you Kawika for your knowledge, aloha, and hospitality”

Meridia

4.1 Good 762 Reviews

62-100 Kaunaʻoa Drive, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“We had the most incredible experience at Meridia while celebrating our wedding anniversary! From the beautiful atmosphere and breathtaking views to the amazing food and service, everything about our evening was perfect. We ordered the crudo, caprese, catch of the day, Brussels sprouts, and mushrooms, and every single dish was absolutely delicious! You can truly tell how much thought and care goes into the food. We also had the pleasure of meeting Chef Soto, who was so incredibly kind and welcoming. It was such a special touch to our evening! Our server was equally wonderful, so friendly, funny, and attentive throughout the entire dinner. They even surprised us with a special anniversary dessert, which was so thoughtful and made our celebration even more memorable. Between the stunning views, exceptional food, and genuinely wonderful people, this was easily one of the highlights of our trip to Hawaii. We couldn’t have asked for a better way to celebrate our anniversary. Thank you to Chef Soto and the entire Meridia team for making our evening so special! We will absolutely be back whenever we return to the Big Island!”

Copper Bar

3.8 Good 485 Reviews

62-100 Mauna Kea Beach Drive, Waimea

• Delivery
• Drive-Through

“It is a wonderful venue. Very relaxing with the sound of the ocean and palm trees in the wind. The tables are a little to close together and we felt like we were part of a larger group. Not to annoying but somewhat. The server was very charming but the timing of the food delivery was not up to par. Long waits and misses on the accompanying sauces and condiments. The green beans and bacon apps were good but the cauliflower lacked spice and flavor. The sashimi sampler was very good. The sushi rolls were just average. We expected more due to the location and price.”

Hau Tree

3.6 Good 257 Reviews

62-100 Mauna Kea Beach Drive, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Okay, let's start with the view. I mean, wow. Kauna'oa Bay, up close and personal. We were warmly welcomed & because I had noted my friend's birthday in my Open Table reservation comments, she received a “happy birthday” greeting too. The evening “cantina menu” is upscale Mexican. We started with the guacamole (stirred table-side) with chips and an array of salsas. I had chicken enchiladas but I don't recall the 2nd entree. Both delicious. We were stuffed but to celebrate the birthday we indulged in a shared Ovaltine Froth - a fun signature Mauna Kea ice cream dessert. The stunning sunset was the real icing on the cake!”

Binchotan Bar & Grill

3.7 Good 367 Reviews

1 North Kaniku Drive, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Delivery

“The food was excellent, and it was such a lovely place to eat dinner at the resort. The tiki torches, beautiful landscaping, and ocean in the distance made this a great first dinner in Hawaii. Service was ok, but for the price, I would have expected it to be a bit more polished and attentive.”

Cipriano's Kitchen

4.9 Superb 658 Reviews

61-3642 Kawaihae Road, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Fantastic food and Service”

JoJo's Shave Ice

4.8 Superb 542 Reviews

9734 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Delivery

“Both times we had JoJo’s shaved ice while visiting Kauai the shaved ice was great! However I do have to say, the employees working the Kapa’a location was much more welcoming and friendlier than the Hanalei location.”

Aloha Burger & BBQ

5.0 Superb 139 Reviews

65-1224 Lindsey Rd, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Delivery

“Had the best burger of my life today served up by fantastic, friendly people! My husband and I shared the OG with bacon and as soon as we took our first bite we were wishing we. had our own! We sat in the shade waiting for our order which was delivered and then it was explained how to eat it, Absolutely the best! We are here for 19 more days but may just have to make the drive back to Waimea again for another burger ~ we will order 2 this time!,”

Hawaiian Style Cafe

4.7 Superb 486 Reviews

65-1290 Kawaihae Road, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Really enjoyed our food. Alison our server was great. They are only open until 1 pm so get there early. Limited days and hours so check before you go. Not much parking, we had to park on the side of the street. You can make a reservation on line or they have a reservation tablet before you go in for the wait-list. Also, they only have one bathroom.”

Gina's Anykine Grinds Cafe

4.8 Superb 199 Reviews

9691 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“The Lava burger was one of the best I have ever had. If you are in Waimea don’t pass it by.”

G's Juicebar

4.8 Superb 151 Reviews

9681 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“I’ve been here twice and it’s my favorite juice bar in Kauai. The PB&J and Ironman are delicious options, especially you like peanut butter.”

Seafood Bar and Grill

4.6 Superb 509 Reviews

61-3642 Kawaihae Road, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“What a fun place to eat. Phenomenal food and fun folks. Sunday night with Matt, Daryl, Danby and Bok-Choy Nagasaki Boy. See you in February”

Kōkeʻe Lodge

4.6 Superb 321 Reviews

3600 Kokee Road, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“excellent place to enjoy a getaway”

Hokus food truck

5.0 Superb 74 Reviews

Kaumualii Highway, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“I got the crusted Ono from hokus food truck at the Hanapepe art walk. The fish was good, but the Mac salad was THE BEST MAC SALAD I'VE EVER HAD. I don't know what he put in it, but it was absolutely perfect. Highly recommend getting the Mac salad with whatever other order you get.”

Coconut Corner

4.6 Superb 250 Reviews

9640 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Delivery

“Soo good! Do yourself a favor, and stop for coconut water and snacks.”

Da Booze Shop

4.6 Superb 202 Reviews

9883 Waimea Road # C, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“After a long morning at Waimea State Park, I picked Da Booze Shop because the name made me laugh. Well the jokes on me because the food, service, and atmosphere were stellar! I have always loved eating in Mom and Pop places because they always have the best food. I got the Mahi Katsu and had enough leftover for a snack. If you are traveling with kids this is a great place to eat. You can eat across the street at the park and let the kids play and expend some energy.”

Anuenue Ice Cream & Shave Ice

4.5 Superb 245 Reviews

61-3665 Akoni Pule Highway, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Best Shave Ice. Anywhere.”

Earl's | Korean • Bento

4.5 Superb 106 Reviews

64-974 Mamalahoa Highway, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“It’s really hard to come by a place like this anymore, and I’m so happy I was able to indulge in their menu items because their rolls are MAYJAH and on Tuesdays they have the best sweet and sour spare ribs I ever had. 20/10”

The Saddle Room

4.5 Superb 98 Reviews

9852 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Delivery

“favorite watering hole with good people”

Da Pizza Place

4.5 Superb 62 Reviews

X85C+43, 9400 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Good place for dinner after a day exploring Waimea Canyon. We ordered a veggie pizza for take out. The pizza was fresh and delicious. We enjoyed it. However, we asked to 'substitute' a few toppings but were charged for 'substitutes' as 'extra toppings'. One pizza cost us $45+ tips. So, we paid for the toppings we never had on our pizza too. in this regard, make sure you check before paying.”

Patisserie Nanako

4.9 Superb 138 Reviews

67-1185 Mamalahoa Hwy A106, Waimea

• Drive-Through

“Best pastries and everything else they have! Highly recommended 👌”

James Angelo's Underground Pizza

4.6 Superb 218 Reviews

64-974 Hawaiʻi Belt Road, Waimea

• Delivery
• Drive-Through

“Tasty pizza, decent price (for Hawaii 😉), DO NOT Underestimate how big 18 inches is!! 😄 Plenty to feed 3-4 hungry adults! **CASH ONLY** tax included in prices (I can’t add a photo for some reason. Maybe I can in comments. 😕)”

TA'AMEYA & BALADI (Egyptian-style Falafels)

5.0 Superb 20 Reviews

Stables, Waimea Midweek Market @ Pukalani Stables Kamuela Farmers’ Market @ Pukalani, Waimea

• Delivery
• Drive-Through

“Being able to get quality local products and enjoy the community.”

Surf Camp Coffee Waimea

4.5 Superb 102 Reviews

65-1227A Opelo Road, Waimea

• Delivery
• Drive-Through

“Such a cute place! Great coffee! Tiare gave amazing service! Super kind, welcoming and inviting, gave us great recommendations and helped a lot! Went again because of her kindness!”

Island Taco

4.4 Superb 470 Reviews

9643 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Absolutely amazing. This is a must when de ending from waimea canyon state park. Unbelievably delicious and filling.”

The Barrel Taps Waimea

4.7 Superb 21 Reviews

X85C+43, 9400 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Lunch with your toes in the sand, these folks do barbecue right!”

The Shrimp Station

4.4 Superb 344 Reviews

9652 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“✌👍🙏😊❤ Yummy Garlic Shrimp”

Pau Pizza

4.4 Superb 268 Reviews

65-1227 Opelo Road, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“One of the best pies I ever had!!!”

Waimea Lamb Company

5.0 Superb 8 Reviews

64-1010 Hawaiʻi Belt Road, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Delicious & Local ~ when you see that stand set up by Kamuela Liquor, get in there! Grab a bottle of Rose or Chardonnay and order your lamb burger - this is roadside gourmet good! Good food ~ Great people!”

On Top Of Mauna Kea Food Truck

4.7 Superb 17 Reviews

Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Had teriyaki chicken from this excellent food truck on December 10, 2025. Quite honestly, it was the best teriyaki chicken I’ve ever had. So delicious.”

The Market

4.6 Superb 17 Reviews

68-1400 Mauna Lani Drive, Waimea

• Delivery
• Drive-Through

“The market is a very very convenient shop that has a great selection of items that you can get while you are staying at the resort. They have a small restaurant that has a good selection of food.”

Hina Rae’s Cafe Waimea

4.4 Superb 113 Reviews

65-1185 Mamalahoa Highway Suite 1b, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Just finished eating the Turkey pesto pannini, waffle bacon sandwich. Was really delicious, best place in waimea for sandwich and breakfast. Will be back anytime we are in the area!!”

Kawaihae Kitchen | Sushi • Japanese

4.6 Superb 29 Reviews

61-3665 Akoni Pule Highway Suite 1, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Asked if he would substitute grilled fish for the fried shrimp on their salad, and he said sure. Best $15 I've spent on the island. They are take out only, so brought it down to the nearest park to eat. The view is definitely 5 star atmosphere. If you're looking for a good meal at a good price, this is the place.”

Big Island Tokyo Table

4.3 Superb 36 Reviews

67-1185 Mamalahoa Highway, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Try their panna cotta! 😋 *ps Google Maps says they are closed, but I just visited and they are definitely open. I recommend calling to make sure.”

Surf Burger

4.3 Superb 84 Reviews

61-3665 Akoni Pule Highway, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Totally awesome authentic burger place. My only regret was not ordering another burger. My sister had the Surf Burger and I had the Hi-Heat. On the drive back to our hotel, we just randomly kept saying what a great burger those were. Honestly surprised we didn’t turn around and go back for more.”

Da Java Hut

4.3 Superb 58 Reviews

4531 Makeke Road, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Delivery

“Great food and great service. Love the Friday clam chowder especially.”

Yum Yum Yoon's Kitchen Korean

4.2 Good 39 Reviews

67-1185 Hawaiʻi Belt Road, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“I have been coming here for 12 years!! I can’t believe it’s basically the same. I hope these folks stay open forever, their chicken is the best I’ve ever had. Amazing portions for the price too!”

Tiki Tacos

4.3 Superb 219 Reviews

9875 Waimea Road, Waimea

• Drive-Through

“It was an impromptu stop and surprisingly good. We tried 3 different items and all excellent”

Subway

4.2 Good 56 Reviews

4493 Moana Road Spc A, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“What a quaint and cute subway location! The staff were so kind and friendly; seemed to have fun together and enjoy working there. This place is very clean and everything was crispy fresh! Best subway sandwich I've had in a long time. Highly recommend this location!”

Manuela Malasada Co

4.3 Superb 307 Reviews

1 Puako Beach Drive, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Delivery

“I visited to have a malasada for breakfast. I ordered the sugar-coated version, and while I waited, customers kept arriving one after another. Unlike other malasadas, this one has a substantial, satisfying weight to it; the outside is crispy, making for a truly hearty treat.”

Taco Rosa

4.2 Good 108 Reviews

65-1227 Opelo Road, Waimea

• Drive-Through

“One of the best pies I ever had!!!”

Piko Coffee+Bar

3.7 Good 22 Reviews

62-100 Kaunaʻoa Drive, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Piko is a restaurant on site of The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort. We tried their create your own pizza one night during our stay. The Meat Lovers option is amazing! There was live music during the duration of our meal.”

Racha Thai Waimea

4.1 Good 121 Reviews

67-1185 Mamalahoa Highway, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“I have ordered here many times and this restaurant stands out from the others. Everything is fresh and made to order. The pad Thai, which I requested very light on the spices and cilantro, was excellent. The only complaint I have is that sometimes the wait time is long, so if you can call ahead, you may save yourself some wait time.”

Mauna Lani Coffee Company

4.1 Good 127 Reviews

68-1330 Mauna Lani Drive Suite 300, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Got a gratitude blended coffee drink which is salted caramel flavored and fabulous. The owner is super sweet and helpful. I will definitely go again and recommend it to my friends”

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue

4.1 Good 155 Reviews

67-1185 Mamalahoa Hwy a105, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Just under $16 for a Regular chicken katsu meal and a Small beverage (which is more of a Large to me, personally) Chicken was crispy, although I wish it had some kind of seasoning. Portion size was massive and I wasn't able to eat even half of it.”

Mi Ranchito

4.1 Good 164 Reviews

55-3419 Akoni Pule Highway, Hawi

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Wonderful food! Great prices and friendly staff.”

Dairy Queen (Treat)

3.1 Average 26 Reviews

Parker Ranch Center, 67-1185 Mamalahoa Highway Ste E110, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Beautiful handmade would and clay items, most one of a kind. This hidden gem of a so may not be the easiest to find unless you go looking for it but if you like artistic pieces then it is well worth the trip.”

Island Vintage Coffee

4.1 Good 243 Reviews

Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Love, love, love! Must do in Waikiki.”

The Thai & Smoothie Place

3.8 Good 79 Reviews

9640 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea

• Drive-Through

“Cute little shop that sold different cut fruit and smoothies. Bought sliced mango and a guava+pineapple+passion fruit smoothie, highly recommend both! Deliciously ripe and great after a hike in the canyon”

Starbucks Coffee Company

3.9 Good 135 Reviews

67-1185 Mamalahoa Highway, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“They greet you with a Happy Smile as soon as you enter...that’s how you draw your internal customers to come back👍”

Gina's Anykine Grinds Cafe

4.8 Superb 199 Reviews

9691 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“The Lava burger was one of the best I have ever had. If you are in Waimea don’t pass it by.”

Number 3 Restaurant

3.7 Good 470 Reviews

62-100 Mauna Kea Beach Drive, Waimea

“Nice and clean place, by the golf course and the beach. The food was amazing as was the service. Our waiter was Kuhoa and he was super nice and attentive. I had the noodles with veggies and my boyfriend had a hot dog. Both dishes were delicious ?!! We definitely will be coming back here.”

On Top Of Mauna Kea Food Truck

4.7 Superb 17 Reviews

Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Had teriyaki chicken from this excellent food truck on December 10, 2025. Quite honestly, it was the best teriyaki chicken I’ve ever had. So delicious.”

Racha Thai Waimea

4.1 Good 121 Reviews

67-1185 Mamalahoa Highway, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“I have ordered here many times and this restaurant stands out from the others. Everything is fresh and made to order. The pad Thai, which I requested very light on the spices and cilantro, was excellent. The only complaint I have is that sometimes the wait time is long, so if you can call ahead, you may save yourself some wait time.”

Surf Camp Coffee Waimea

4.5 Superb 102 Reviews

65-1227A Opelo Road, Waimea

• Delivery
• Drive-Through

“Such a cute place! Great coffee! Tiare gave amazing service! Super kind, welcoming and inviting, gave us great recommendations and helped a lot! Went again because of her kindness!”

Knead & Bake Pizza

4.2 Good 141 Reviews

68-1330 Mauna Lani Drive Suite 116, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Delivery

“Really good pizza, convenient location in The Shops.”

Cipriano's Kitchen

4.9 Superb 658 Reviews

61-3642 Kawaihae Road, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Fantastic food and Service”

Aloha Burger & BBQ

5.0 Superb 139 Reviews

65-1224 Lindsey Rd, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Delivery

“Had the best burger of my life today served up by fantastic, friendly people! My husband and I shared the OG with bacon and as soon as we took our first bite we were wishing we. had our own! We sat in the shade waiting for our order which was delivered and then it was explained how to eat it, Absolutely the best! We are here for 19 more days but may just have to make the drive back to Waimea again for another burger ~ we will order 2 this time!,”

Meridia

4.1 Good 762 Reviews

62-100 Kaunaʻoa Drive, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“We had the most incredible experience at Meridia while celebrating our wedding anniversary! From the beautiful atmosphere and breathtaking views to the amazing food and service, everything about our evening was perfect. We ordered the crudo, caprese, catch of the day, Brussels sprouts, and mushrooms, and every single dish was absolutely delicious! You can truly tell how much thought and care goes into the food. We also had the pleasure of meeting Chef Soto, who was so incredibly kind and welcoming. It was such a special touch to our evening! Our server was equally wonderful, so friendly, funny, and attentive throughout the entire dinner. They even surprised us with a special anniversary dessert, which was so thoughtful and made our celebration even more memorable. Between the stunning views, exceptional food, and genuinely wonderful people, this was easily one of the highlights of our trip to Hawaii. We couldn’t have asked for a better way to celebrate our anniversary. Thank you to Chef Soto and the entire Meridia team for making our evening so special! We will absolutely be back whenever we return to the Big Island!”

Manta Restaurant

3.8 Good 727 Reviews

Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, 62-100 Mauna Kea Beach Drive, Waimea

• Delivery
• Drive-Through

“Fantastic view, amazing service and a very nice restaurant. Recommend dining at or after sunset so you can walk down to beach to see the Manta Rays that are attracted to the spotlight”

JoJo's Shave Ice

4.8 Superb 542 Reviews

9734 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Delivery

“Both times we had JoJo’s shaved ice while visiting Kauai the shaved ice was great! However I do have to say, the employees working the Kapa’a location was much more welcoming and friendlier than the Hanalei location.”

Copper Bar

3.8 Good 485 Reviews

62-100 Mauna Kea Beach Drive, Waimea

• Delivery
• Drive-Through

“It is a wonderful venue. Very relaxing with the sound of the ocean and palm trees in the wind. The tables are a little to close together and we felt like we were part of a larger group. Not to annoying but somewhat. The server was very charming but the timing of the food delivery was not up to par. Long waits and misses on the accompanying sauces and condiments. The green beans and bacon apps were good but the cauliflower lacked spice and flavor. The sashimi sampler was very good. The sushi rolls were just average. We expected more due to the location and price.”

Number 3 Restaurant

3.7 Good 470 Reviews

62-100 Mauna Kea Beach Drive, Waimea

“Nice and clean place, by the golf course and the beach. The food was amazing as was the service. Our waiter was Kuhoa and he was super nice and attentive. I had the noodles with veggies and my boyfriend had a hot dog. Both dishes were delicious ?!! We definitely will be coming back here.”

Hawaiian Style Cafe

4.7 Superb 486 Reviews

65-1290 Kawaihae Road, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Really enjoyed our food. Alison our server was great. They are only open until 1 pm so get there early. Limited days and hours so check before you go. Not much parking, we had to park on the side of the street. You can make a reservation on line or they have a reservation tablet before you go in for the wait-list. Also, they only have one bathroom.”

Island Taco

4.4 Superb 470 Reviews

9643 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Absolutely amazing. This is a must when de ending from waimea canyon state park. Unbelievably delicious and filling.”

Juice 101

4.7 Superb 416 Reviews

68-1330 Mauna Lani Drive, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Delicious smoothies and friendly staff….Purple Haze and Enter Sandman were our favorites!”

Binchotan Bar & Grill

3.7 Good 367 Reviews

1 North Kaniku Drive, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Delivery

“The food was excellent, and it was such a lovely place to eat dinner at the resort. The tiki torches, beautiful landscaping, and ocean in the distance made this a great first dinner in Hawaii. Service was ok, but for the price, I would have expected it to be a bit more polished and attentive.”

L & L Hawaiian Barbecue

4.5 Superb 372 Reviews

4492 Moana Road, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“While our mixed seafood platter was good, the store had intense live chicken smell, which was really unpleasant at first but eased after 10 minutes of being inside.”

Ippy’s Hawaiian BBQ

4.6 Superb 363 Reviews

64-1067 Mamalahoa Highway, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Love the coconut curry with shrimp. Also a fan of the Korean ribeye & Teri chicken.”

Kohala Burger & Taco

4.5 Superb 354 Reviews

61-3665 Akoni Pule Highway, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Totally awesome authentic burger place. My only regret was not ordering another burger. My sister had the Surf Burger and I had the Hi-Heat. On the drive back to our hotel, we just randomly kept saying what a great burger those were. Honestly surprised we didn’t turn around and go back for more.”

Chicken In a Barrel BBQ & Da Pizza Place

4.1 Good 345 Reviews

X85C+43, 9400 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“Amazing location and the food is soooo good. Best place to eat on westside!”

Kōkeʻe Lodge

4.6 Superb 321 Reviews

3600 Kokee Road, Waimea

• Take-Out
• Drive-Through

“excellent place to enjoy a getaway”

Mama Bear's Kitchen

4.9 Superb 125 Reviews

First Hawaiian Bank, Waimea

“Delicious food! Smashburger, caprese melts and kale/beet salad were all delicious! Food was quick. Made for a nice picnic to bring down the road to salt pond beach park.”

Aloha Keiki Provisions Company

5.0 Superb 46 Reviews

64-1056 Mamalahoa Highway, Waimea

“Cutest little hidden gem in waimea, food was amazing, service was awesome and the outdoor area is beautiful, it's clean, affordable, good and filling, definitely worth a stop if you drive through waimea!”

Da Seafood Boil Waimea

4.8 Superb 53 Reviews

9600 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea

“Ordered the snow crab and Thai tea, very tasty food and very nice. Local favorite as well. Crab was partially cracked so easy to eat, well cooked and flavored. Fresh cabbage salad and rice.”

Kuya Jnl

5.0 Superb 23 Reviews

67-1185 Mamalahoa Highway, Waimea

“Honestly, this was some of the best food I’ve had in a long time! Everything was delicious, fresh, and full of flavor. You can tell there is care put into the food and the overall experience. I also want to give a huge shoutout to the lady working up front. She was extremely friendly, welcoming, and helpful from the moment we walked in. Her customer service really stood out and made the experience even better. It’s not every day you come across a place where the food is great AND the service is just as amazing. This place definitely deserves recognition! If you’re thinking about stopping by, DO IT! I highly recommend coming here. You won’t be disappointed. Great food, great service, and a great experience all around.”

L’a ono

3.6 Good 8 Reviews

9643 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea

“I'm from San Diego and have had plenty of amazing Thai food but nothing even comes close to how amazing the food was here. Ordered the Yellow Curry and Drunken noodles both with shrimp and oh my god it was the best ever. Highly recommend this place.”