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Hau Tree at Mauna Kea, Kamuela, HI

Hau Tree at Mauna Kea

4.3
4.3
304 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 17 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Child-friendly
Just steps from the beach and ocean with your toes practically in the sand, Hau Tree is a casual open-air option for relaxed lunches and dinners on the Big Island of Hawai‘i. It’s complete with a gazebo-style bar perfectly situated for meeting friends old and new while enjoying cocktails, local brews and awaiting a glimpse of the sunset’s elusive green flash. Hau Tree’s menu includes sandwiches, wraps, fish tacos, salads, ice cream, and Mauna Kea’s famous Ovaltine Froth.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon, Tue, Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (808) 882-5707
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual

What 304 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Hawaii

    Child-friendly

  • Hawaii

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Hawaii

    Great for scenic views

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Child-friendly

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Romantic

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Hau Tree at Mauna Kea offers a stunning beachfront setting with "magnificent sunsets" and "great casual food." Guests appreciate the "friendly staff" and the "excellent service." While some found the food average, others praised dishes like fish tacos and the poke bowl. The location is perfect for enjoying beautiful ocean views.

304 Reviews
  1. Peggy

    Kansas City

    20 reviews

    3.0

    20 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We chose this restaurant because of the oceanside view. The sunset was truly amazing. The drinks were pricier than the last upscale restaurant we visited. They also have a limited menu. There were menu items on the website that didn't exist on the restaurant menu. I thought their pizza was good and my Mai Tai was tasty.

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  2. Claire

    Hawaii

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Due to the ongoing remodeling of the hotel, there were areas blocked off and the toilet was a trailer. The menu was not what we hoped for on Valentine’s Day… It was more of a lunch menu. Not the relaxed atmosphere or food we’re used to from the Hau Tree. Would not have booked that night had I known.

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  3. Joseph

    VIP

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    View, food and service fine for a casual restaurant. However the menu is very limited for people with dietary restrictions so hard to see coming back often over a prolonged period of stay at the resort.

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  4. Stephen

    VIP

    Ottawa

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Basic food, but as expected. Unpretentious and relaxed. Waitress was a sweetheart but had too many tables! And the beach and sunset view is to die for!

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  5. Steven

    VIP

    West Palm Beach

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The view from the beach at Hau Tree were spectacular! The food was terrific and the service was outstanding! We enjoyed it so much we dined there twice!

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  6. ROSANNE

    Denver

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 29 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you want a perfect sunset view with great cocktails, food and staff… this is your place😎

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  7. susan

    VIP

    Portland

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 26 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An excellent experience. Please know there are many, many stairs down to the beach restaurant and no elevator available to that level .

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  8. Sandy

    VIP

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 23 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a favorite! Consistently excellent food and service. The sunsets are magnificent.

    1 person found this helpful

  9. Fritz

    Minneapolis

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 22 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great location and setting next to the beach! The service was awesome, but the food was average to poor and the beer was not cold.

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  10. E

    VIP

    Orange County

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 20 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The on the beach dining is superb. Server was great. We got there early & went to bar. Stood there about 10 min before anyone acknowledged us & bartender was right in front of us. Very awkward. Then the drinks.. I got the Mai tai & husband a margarita at $22 each . I could not drink mine. It seriously just tasted like orange juice & looked like it too. Could not taste any of the rich rum flavors. The margarita had little tequila & all mix. I don’t mind paying high price for a special occasion cocktail but these were undrinkable. Food was okay but they were out of so many things. My husbands steak was just ok. Also dining chairs need cushions They are extremely uncomfortable Will go back for the ambience but will definitely not order cocktails

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Hau Tree at Mauna Kea is rated 4.3 stars by 304 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 17 times today
Google Map for Hau Tree at Mauna Kea

62-100 Mauna Kea Beach Dr, Kamuela, HI 96743-9706

Additional information

  • Area
    Kohala Coast
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon, Tue, Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine
  • Phone number
    (808) 882-5707
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