HALE KAI RESTAURANT
$$ • Hawaiian, American, Cocktail Bar
Hours:
1 N Kaniku Dr, Waimea
(808) 885-2000
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Fish Tacos with Added Guacamole
Sweet Thai Chili Chicken Wings
Impossible Burger and Fries
Big Island Beef Burger
Korean Baby Back Ribs
Kona Coffee Mud Pie
Seafood Fried Rice
Lobster Fried Rice
Ahi Poke with Chips
Mango Chicken Wrap
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Hours
| Monday | 11:30AM - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30AM - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30AM - 9PM |
| Thursday | 11:30AM - 9PM |
| Friday | 11:30AM - 9PM |
| Saturday | 11:30AM - 9PM |
| Sunday | 11:30AM - 9PM |
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Hale Kai Restaurant at the Fairmont Orchid offers a relaxed outdoor dining experience with beautiful ocean views and tasty food. Guests can enjoy casual meals with toes in the sand while watching stunning sunsets. The menu includes dishes like the Thai Green Salad, Lobster Fried Rice, Chicken Tacos, Grilled Swordfish Sandwich, and Grilled Ono. Recent favorites are the fish sandwich, Ahi poke bowl with seaweed, and Chicken Bahni with spicy seasoning. The bar area features a friendly bartender who provides entertaining conversation, and the restaurant has a lively atmosphere poolside with a thatched-roof bar that adds a tropical touch. The outdoor seating is complemented by umbrellas for shade, though being outside means a few flies and gnats may be present. Visitors praise the good service, with staff attentive to dietary needs. The food is well-flavored, and portions may be smaller than typical American servings, but the overall experience, atmosphere, and views make every meal memorable. Even during renovations, the restaurant continues to serve its popular dishes.