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FORC, Waimea, HI

FORC

4.5
4.5
378 Reviews
$50 and over
Farm-to-table

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2 people
19:00
Booked 26 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
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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Additional information

  • 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

Menu

Thursday - Monday: 4:30PM-8:30PM ~ Happy Hour: 3PM-4:30PM

Starters

  • 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

                                        Last updated: 14 June 2023

                                        What 378 people are saying

                                        Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                        4.5
                                        4.5 based on recent ratings
                                        • 4.6Food
                                        • 4.5Service
                                        • 4.3Ambience
                                        • 4.3Value

                                        Noise • Moderate

                                        Diners' Choice Awards

                                        • Hawaii / Big Island

                                          Best Value

                                        • Hawaii / Big Island

                                          Innovative

                                        • Hawaii / Big Island

                                          Hot spot

                                        • Hawaii / Big Island

                                          Neighbourhood gem

                                        • Hawaii / Big Island

                                          Great for fine wines

                                        • Hawaii / Big Island

                                          Lively

                                        Review summary

                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                        FORC delights with its "innovative approach" to farm-to-table dining, offering fresh, locally sourced dishes that impress. Standout offerings include the "delicious cocktails" and signature miso butterfish. Guests appreciate the "friendly staff" and "excellent service," making FORC a popular spot for special occasions despite occasional noise and seating concerns.

                                        378 Reviews

                                        1. Amber

                                          Salt Lake City

                                          1 review

                                          5.0

                                          1 review

                                          Dined 1 day ago

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 4
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          Amazing culinary experience.. drinks AND food!! Will definitely be going back!

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                                        2. Krista

                                          VIP

                                          Denver

                                          36 reviews

                                          5.0

                                          36 reviews

                                          Dined 2 days ago

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 4
                                          Amazing meal: Portuguese bread, lettuce wraps and bacon to start. Whole roasted kalekale was delicious and perfectly prepared. Same with butter fish, chicken, filet mignon. Finished with chocolate crème brûlée. Cocktails were also great. Loved the ube lemon drop martini and family enjoyed their mai tais. Great meal and excellent service.

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                                        3. Karl

                                          Vancouver

                                          5 reviews

                                          5.0

                                          5 reviews

                                          Dined 6 days ago

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          We were recommended by our hotel to come. Su glad we did. Service above amazing. The food was so yummy and flavourful and good pricing for quality.

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                                        4. Luanne

                                          VIP

                                          Seattle

                                          9 reviews

                                          5.0

                                          9 reviews

                                          Dined on 15 December 2024

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          The food was so creative and delicious. Our server was amazing as were all the staff. This will be our go to place in Waimea.

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                                        5. Howard

                                          VIP

                                          Los Angeles

                                          143 reviews

                                          3.0

                                          143 reviews

                                          Dined on 2 December 2024

                                          1. Overall 3
                                          2. Food 3
                                          3. Service 4
                                          4. Ambience 4
                                          When this restaurant first opened, it was excellent but things have dropped off a bit lately. The service is still good but the food is not what is was at first. Hopefully they can improve.

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                                        6. Chrstine

                                          VIP

                                          London

                                          5 reviews

                                          4.0

                                          5 reviews

                                          Dined on 29 November 2024

                                          1. Overall 4
                                          2. Food 4
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          It was good for a Thanksgiving set menu. Service was excellent.

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                                        7. Robert

                                          San Diego

                                          3 reviews

                                          5.0

                                          3 reviews

                                          Dined on 29 November 2024

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          A locally owned restaurant that has great food. Staff was very friendly and the service was great. The food was excellent and the portions were very good. Prices were very reasonable, we will go back for sure. Well done Forc.

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                                        8. Helen

                                          VIP

                                          Los Angeles

                                          7 reviews

                                          5.0

                                          7 reviews

                                          Dined on 29 November 2024

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          We had Thanksgiving dinner at the restaurant and are so happy we came. The food was amazing and the ambience was relaxing and comfortable. The waitstaff were kind and attentive even with the holiday. We can’t wait to return for the seasonal menu!

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                                        9. raymondp

                                          San Francisco

                                          3 reviews

                                          5.0

                                          3 reviews

                                          Dined on 29 November 2024

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          This is the second year we have had Thanksgiving dinner at FORC, and again, it was great. We will be there next year. Mahalo

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                                        10. Jennifer

                                          VIP

                                          San Francisco

                                          1 review

                                          5.0

                                          1 review

                                          Dined on 26 November 2024

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          We have patronized a bunch of the known popular venues and this is the best of all the big resort competitors. (Better than Bdown’s beach house, Meridia, CanoeHouse) Local chef, a local menu that is truly farm to table, and a wonderful atmosphere. We had a kabob with shrimp, steak and ahi with a beautiful presentation. We enjoyed two salads (beet was so good, it is easily enough to share) A lovely offering of sides, including a baked seasoned pumpkin which was delightful. Totally solid for kids, steak and mash was perfect and the pineapple and strawberry sorbet was a great finish. Chef/Owner came out and greeted us. We may go again tomorrow for their “happy hour, french dip”

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                                        FAQs

                                        FORC offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (808) 731-4656.

                                        FORC is rated 4.5 stars by 378 OpenTable diners.

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

                                        Make a booking

                                        2 people
                                        19:00
                                        Booked 26 times today

                                        Order delivery or takeout

                                        Google Map for FORC

                                        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
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