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- DDarrenvipCalgary / Southern Alberta •6 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoAlways a pleasure to eat on the outside patio and enjoy the sunset. A must do on our vacation.More infoTommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar - Mauna Lani, Big IslandPrice: Expensive• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Kamuela•4.8
- MMarkvipOrange County •6 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoOutstanding meal and beautiful location at our resort. Our server, Michael, was wonderful and gave great recommendations. We will be back.More infoMeridiaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Kohala Coast•4.6
- TTeresaSeattle / Eastern Washington •3 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoService was attentive and wonderful. The ambience is unbearable at sunset made better by the innovative menu. We will certainly come back for more celebrations on the Big Island!More infoBrown's Beach House - The Fairmont Orchid - Kohala CoastPrice: Very Expensive• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Kohala Coast•4.6
- KKevinSan Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoCanoe House has been one of our favorites on the Island for several years. It is a perfect location for sunset dinners and an outstanding dining experience. Again, they did not disappoint. Highlights were perfectly done filet, swordfish and kampachi with garlic fried rice as a side. Wonderful flavors, well balanced, and perfect portions. Starters were corn ribs (a favorite ) and snap peas with goat cheese. Prices are at the higher end, but the value is spot on. We always try and eat here once during our trips to the island.More infoCanoeHousePrice: Very Expensive• Creative Japanese• Kamuela•4.7
- AAllisonvipLos Angeles •9 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoThe ambiance and setting could not be more picturesque. The food was incredible with flavor. Mediterranean inspired, selections are intended to be shared family style. We had the bread balloon, with a side order of the spicy aioli (pretty mild spice), zucchini chips w tzatziki, ahi steak with orzo, ali’i mushrooms and the broccolini which were grilled and made with lemon juice, garlic and crushed red peppers. Zucchini chips are a must if you’re trying to satisfy your savory palate and the seared ahi steak will melt in your mouth. Service and hospitality were outstanding from the valet to the host stand to the servers. My water glass was never empty! Also, there is live music every Monday! The artist was incredibly musically gifted, his acoustic talent was evident. The open air/face restaurant allows the stunning view of Hawaii and the sunset is a short walk from the restaurant to the beach shore front. Looking for romance and delectable food choices? Look no furtherMore infoHalaniPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Kamuela•4.7
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Kamuela, Hawaii, also known as the city of Waimea, is the “paniolo” center of the Hawaiian Islands. One local delicacy is huli huli chicken, which is a barbecued teriyaki chicken. Served with a side of Hawaiian purple sweet potatoes and Hawaiian baked beans (with pineapple chunks in it, of course), this dish incorporates both the fresh flavors of native Hawaiian culture and the smoky flavors of the South. Finish off this meal with some delish haupia, a delicious local pineapple coconut pudding, for dessert. If you miss the flavors of the mainland, there are a number of restaurants that offer burgers, pasta, and other treats. Hawaiian fusion also offers a lot of opportunities to try global foods with island flair.
Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in Kamuela include Merriman's – Waimea – Big Island, Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar - Mauna Lani, Big Island and CanoeHouse
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Kamuela are Merriman's – Waimea – Big Island, Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar - Mauna Lani, Big Island and Halani
Bottomless brunch in Kamuela is available at Merriman's – Waimea – Big Island, Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar - Mauna Lani, Big Island and Halani
The most romantic restaurant in Kamuela is Merriman's – Waimea – Big Island
Restaurants in Kamuela with a great view include CanoeHouse, Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar - Mauna Lani, Big Island and Halani
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