FORC

4.6

422 Reviews

$50 and over

Farm-to-table

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2 people

16 Feb 2025

21:30

Booked 18 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Innovative

Owned by Chef Allen Hess, FORC brings farm to table in the heart of Waimea. FORC showcases a farm to table aspect by bringing fresh harvests from Farmers, the Ocean and Ranchers. By changing our menu seasonally, we are able to get creative with what Hawai’i has to offer us. Local style brunch items like our FORC signature sandwich, brown butter banana pancakes and our housemade bacon. Hearty seasonal dinner dishes like our Big Island grass fed beef, whole roasted fish, and Chef’s Hawaiian Meal. There are vegetarian, paleo and gluten free options too. Indulge more with special menus like happy hour and holiday menus. Sip on our award winning cocktails or sit down and soak in the best dining atmosphere.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, Hawaii Regional Cuisine
Hours of Operation
Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Bar Daily 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(808) 731-4656
Website
https://www.forchawaii.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Executive Chef
Allen Hess

Location
65-1214 Lindsey Rd, Waimea, HI 96743-8438
Area
Kamuela
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace

Popular dishes

Fresh Baked Portuguese BreadUS$9.00
Alii Mushroom PokeUS$16.00
Local Shiitake and Ali'i mushrooms, fresh roasted inamona, ogo, green onion, shoyu (soy sauce), house made Hawaiian chili salt
Goat TacosUS$14.00
Korean braised goat, daikon apple salsa, mu shu pancake. Wine | Broadbent Vinho Verde, Portugal $19-$75
Maluhia Farms ButterleafUS$18.00
Roasted pineapple brown butter dressing, candied macnuts, goat cheese, cucumber, radish
Peppercorn ClamsUS$18.00
Roasted garlic, fresh tomato cooked in red wine garlic broth. Wine | Crossbarn Pinot Noir $19-$75
Home Made Sweet Garlic SausageUS$16.00
Made with local boar, served on top roasted caramelized onions, and pickled mustard seed

Sides

Braised Summer SquashUS$12.00
Pork belly, Nakano tomatoes and garlic sauce
Charred Sweet PotatoUS$9.00
Finished with garlic butter and sea salt
Adult Gnocchi Mac N' CheeseUS$18.00
Mai bacon, green onion, Big Island goat cheese
Ho'Io SaladUS$8.00
Fish sauce vinaigrette, ginger, sesame seeds
Local Shiitake, Oyster, and Alii ShroomsUS$14.00
Roasted and braised with ginger garlic au jus
Waimea Roasted BeetsUS$14.00
Served warm with goat cheese and candied macnuts
Waipio Poi "FORC Style"US$9.00
Sourced locally from waipi' o valley, served with housemade bacon and lomi tomato

Keiki Menu

13 and under

Fish and RiceUS$16.00
Fresh caught fish served with white rice and vegetable
Steak and MashUS$18.00
Big island grass fed beef served vegetable
Mac N CheeseUS$14.00

Three Course Keiki Meal

$25

Small Salad
Cucumber, tomatoes, candied macnuts and roasted pineapple brown butter dressing
Entree
Choice of fish and rice, steak and rice, or mac and cheese
Dessert
Scoop of seasonal ice cream or sorbet

What 422 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Hawaii / Big Island
Best Value
Hawaii / Big Island
Innovative
Hawaii / Big Island
Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

FORC in Waimea offers a dynamic farm-to-table dining experience with "outstanding" food and service. Chef Allen Hess's seasonal menu showcases creative Hawaiian flavors, and the "amazing" goat tacos and coffee-rubbed ribeye are favorites. Though lively and sometimes noisy, it's loved by locals and visitors alike. Reservations recommended.

422 Reviews

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KATHLEEN
Chicago
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We really enjoyed our experience & food: lamb two-ways, chef's choice, beet salad, their famous bacon (coincidentally in the shape of Kamehameha) & Polynesian bread and goat tacos. Nanea was our server- she did great despite the busy rush.
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Brett
Amarillo
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Food was okay, nothing to get excited about in my opinion. Service was very lack luster
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Florentina
Hawaii
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We came in with no expectations and was blown away by the service, the ambiance, and the food! Our lovely waitress was very attentive and checked on us frequently but not excessively. From the starters and drinks to dinner and our dessert - which I made sure to fit in, all were perfectly portioned. We can't wait to return again for the great hospitality and to try the other dishes!
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Joyce
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We ate at FORC twice during our visit. The servers were very pleasant and attentive, the food fresh and delicious.
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sheila
San Francisco
17 reviews
3.0
17 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
We have been to this restaurant several times. This time was Valentine’s Day with their pre-fix menu. Service was horrible. It took at least 15 minutes to be asked for our drink selection and another to receive them. My glass of wine was literately shoved on the table, practically tittering on the corner, ready to fall. As usual all our dishes were fabulous. My one complaint is my husband got the second course mushroom risotto and I received the oysters. The plate of oyster had only 2. So I was done in moments and I sat and watched my husband eat his risotto, not fun. We waited an incredibly long time between each course which was also not pleasant. In total, we spent close to 2 hours there.
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daniel
Orlando
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff was Friendly and efficient. The food was Superb!
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Doug
Orange County
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Not enough staff food, salad and soup all came out at one time
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John
Pittsburgh
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service Highly recommend My wife loved her steak
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Leana
Los Angeles
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Running a skeleton crew as it seems. Server took a long time to get our table started, took long to take orders, took long to check on us, took long for the food, took long to get water refilled. I think I was generous with my ratings despite our experience. Food was tasty but did come out cold, maybe due to lack of food runners/help. I live in south kona so is it worth the drive? I would say no. But if i was in the area for another reason, i would definitely go back.
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KATHLEEN
Chicago
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 7 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We decided to try FORC for the First time, tonight- a Thursday night. It was quite busy, but service did not miss a beat. We had lamb chops and the Surf & Turf- both done perfectly and delicious. We toped off the meal by sharing the macadamia nut tart with vanilla ice cream. We would highly recommend.
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FORC offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (808) 731-4656.

FORC is rated 4.6 stars by 422 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

16 Feb 2025

21:30

Booked 18 times today

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65-1214 Lindsey Rd, Waimea, HI 96743-8438

Additional information

Area
Kamuela
Hours of Operation
Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Bar Daily 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–8:30 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, Hawaii Regional Cuisine
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Allen Hess
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace

Website
https://www.forchawaii.com/
Phone number
(808) 731-4656

FORC

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Ribeye (Hamakua)

New York Strip Loin (Hamakua)

Filet Mignon Prime Grade

Starters

Fresh Baked Portuguese BreadUS$9.00

Alii Mushroom PokeUS$16.00

Goat TacosUS$14.00

Maluhia Farms ButterleafUS$18.00

Peppercorn ClamsUS$18.00

Home Made Sweet Garlic SausageUS$16.00

Sides

Braised Summer SquashUS$12.00

Charred Sweet PotatoUS$9.00

Adult Gnocchi Mac N' CheeseUS$18.00

Ho'Io SaladUS$8.00

Local Shiitake, Oyster, and Alii ShroomsUS$14.00

Waimea Roasted BeetsUS$14.00

Waipio Poi "FORC Style"US$9.00

Keiki Menu

Fish and RiceUS$16.00

Steak and MashUS$18.00

Mac N CheeseUS$14.00

Three Course Keiki Meal

Small Salad

Entree

Dessert

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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