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Surf Shack, Waimea, HI

Surf Shack

4.6
4.6
18 Reviews
$31 to $50
Hawaii Regional Cuisine

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2 people
19:30
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for scenic views
Start your evening dining next to the sand, overlooking the ocean while sipping a craft cocktail during Hawaii's golden hour. Enjoy locally caught fish from the island's local fishermen, along with bountiful fresh vegetables from locally sourced farms all served tapas style.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Hawaiian
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 5:00 pm–7:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (808) 885-6622
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual

What 18 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 all time ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

18 Reviews
  1. Delya

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 1 January 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the informal setting and superb view! Also loved the service of Kai, so attentive and friendly. The kalbi ribs were overdone but tasted ok..would have preferred some pink in there but i was not asked so I'm not sure if there was a choice.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 26 December 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome really great atmosphere service was outstanding

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  3. NotSoPicky

    Seattle

    13 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 20 December 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    So so food, but what can or should one expect from a Shack. Excellent ambience but the food doesn’t equal quite the price, IMO.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 20 May 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing time at Surf Shack. The service was the best that we’ve had on the island and the sunset views are unbeatable. Great casual environment right by the beach. We will be going back every time we’re in Hawaii!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 May 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great location. Food is tasty but a little overpriced - but also not unexpected. Service was excellent.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 April 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The view and service was amazing. Wish there was a few more options on the menu!!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 24 March 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Couldn’t be a lovelier setting as you watch the sunset! Very family friendly, and nice staff.

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  8. StuartC

    New Orleans

    37 reviews

    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on 23 March 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great meal at the Surf Shack. The Caesar with Lobster was amazing as were the ribs. The only drawback was it rained just as our S’mores were delivered and we could not toast them.

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  9. TravelerFromCA

    San Francisco

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 23 March 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first time going to this new spot. We really liked it! It’s right next to the beach so the views are fantastic. The staff was attentive and helpful. It’s more of an elegant casual experience. You sit at picnic tables or lounging chairs. There is corn hole and make your own s’mores. The dishes are small and are designed for sharing so plan for that. Allows you to try more which is fun!! Everything we ordered was delicious. Don’t miss the sticky ribs or the Japanese sweet potato. We almost didn’t order the potato but it was so good that we ordered a second one.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 March 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Small portions. Not enough variety. Just so so quality.

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FAQs

Surf Shack is rated 4.6 stars by 18 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:30
Google Map for Surf Shack

68-1400 Mauna Lani Dr, Waimea, HI 96743-9726

Additional information

  • Area
    Waikoloa
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 5:00 pm–7:45 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Hawaiian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine
  • Phone number
    (808) 885-6622
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