Hawaiian Restaurants in Waimea, HI

“All of the food is super fresh and unique, with them all having their own styles and flavors. The local Hawaiian shrimps being incredibly flavorful, and the mushroom bowl being a first time discovery. With the atmosphere being very relaxed and calm, truly a Hawaiian experience“

“Fabulous place to eat and experience some Hawaiian foods. Only issue is lack of bathrooms, there is literally just one for use, I thought that after their remodeling, following the Covid issues, that they might have installed at least one more bathroom.
However, despite the lack of bathrooms this is still one of the best eats on the Big Island with huge plate sized pancakes and awesome Kalbi ribs. Just the other day their special of Ribeye omelets was phenomenal, with excellent mushroom and onion sauteed gravy, I highly recommend it if that is something you might enjoy.
Aloha“

“Great kalua pork, way better than on the main land! Higher quality than the l&l in Hanalei too, my favorite Hawaiian barbecue grill. The pork was tender and had great flavor as well in addition. The lady that took our order was very nice and serviced us quickly and with the swiftness. Can’t wait to come back!“

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

“We drove about 45 minutes to try GJs Huli chicken. We were lucky enough to get the last 3 plates they had. Each plate is a half chicken, rice and macaroni salad - plenty enough to share. We were not disappointed it was some of the best rotisserie chicken we've ever had. Even the white meat/ breast was tender and juicy. We had enough left over to enjoy chicken Alfredo back at our condo as well as chicken breakfast burritos. We would definitely make our way back again the next time we make it over to the Big Island. Note, it is picnic style so bring a cooler, some chairs or blanket and cop a squat with friends for this delicious Hawai'i lunch plate. .“

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

“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.“

“Great experience. Very nice owner and Simple place but the food was delicious. I ordered the ahi tuna and sushi bowl with sushi rice and added their chilli water on top. It was very fresh and no “fishy” taste. Wish I could eat that every day!“

“First off, my husband & I purchase at least once or twice a week. Haven't been upset until this last order. This week I ordered two bowls of beef stew and one plate of beef stew. To say I was disappointed in what we received is being nice. I ordered BEEF STEW, I did NOT order RICE with a few pieces of beef (they were really CHUNKS) which is EXACTLY what we received. The bowls themselves were loaded to at least 3/4 of the bowl with rice and that's NOT an exaggeration..IF I wanted RICE I would've ordered such. In each bowl there were three, yes three chunks of beef stew that really should've been cooked a bit longer; it was tough, used a knife to make them bite size. Oh yea, one small potato and one slice of carrots...wow! L&L can do one hell of a lot better. The service on the most part is pretty good although it can be taxing to understand them being they are foreign with heavy accents...somehow we make it work. Atmosphere...the walls sure can use a paint job especially where we sit; to ask your clientele to wipe their tables is preposterous. Since when is it the patron's place to wipe the dang tables, I'm surely not doing it, that's what you have employees for.“

“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“

“A truly beautiful beach setting for a romantic and delicious meal. We saw a humpback whale breach in the ocean as enjoyed a gorgeous Hawaiian sunset. The Ube rolls were delicious. Both my husband and I ordered the Ti Leaf Wrapped Kanpachi (Amberjack) and it was one of the best fish we've ever had. The presentation was so creative and the fish was cooked perfectly along with prawn, bok choy and purple sweet potato with a side of coconut cream sauce and salad. Such a memorable experience!“

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

“We were lucky enough to stay in Hawaii for eight days and our dinner experience at Manta was the highlight of our trip. The ambiance and sheer quality of the food and service was unmatched compared to all of our other dining experiences. Stand out personally was the bistek with the oxtail marmalade and the side of sweet potato leek. I can't wait for my next trip to come and enjoy again!“

“Absolutely incredible experience! The food here is consistently amazing — every dish is packed with flavor and clearly made with so much care and attention to detail. Beyond the food, what truly sets this place apart is the hospitality. Libbey makes you feel genuinely welcomed the moment you walk in. You can really feel the heart behind this business, and it shows in everything from the service to the atmosphere.
If you’re looking for a spot with outstanding food, next-level hospitality, and a staff that truly cares, this place is a must-visit. Highly recommend and can’t wait to come back!“

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

“3 MOUNTAIN BBQ, Broke Da Mouth Huli Huli Chicken and RIBS the best on Big Island, the place I always get my fix. Beautiful people, super friendly and awesome service“

“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. 🤤“

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

“This was a 10/10 experience! All of the performers were amazing. The fire dancer had my jaw literally on the floor in awe. So impressive. I loved the storytelling as well, I learned a good bit about Hawaiian culture and history.

The food was exceptional in my opinion. I hear a lot of luau reviews saying don’t expect much from the food, so I didn’t go in with high expectations, but needless to say they were far exceeded. A great variety of dishes, and the signature kalua pig was insanely good. I loved the chance to try other traditional foods like poi and lomi salmon as well.“

“This is a wonderful place to eat for breakfast, with the most breathtaking views! Try the island fried rice, it’s worth the upcharge! My servers were all great, but my favorite person was Ginger who was the hostess. She has the best personality and is quite funny! Thank you for the great experience!“

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

“We dined here during our stay at the Mauna Kea Resort. We had a beautiful table with a view of the ocean. The Hawaiian music and hula dancer were outstanding. We enjoyed the drinks and the food. Our Server Beverly was professional yet personable. We hope to return soon.“