Most Popular American food in Waikoloa, Hawaii, United States

May 22, 2020 Claudia Navarrete

Find out what American restaurants to try in Waikoloa. The South Kohala coast of the island of Hawaii is home to Waikoloa Beach. Ancient Hawaiian history and culture, including petroglyphs believed to represent the heavens, stands side-by-side with ultra modern full-service resorts. Waikoloa is also home to fine examples of traditional Hawaiian aquaculture. In 1985, the University of Hawaii renovated the Anchialine ponds which today nuture a wide variety of sea life. Nearby Anaeho'omalu Bay has the Ku'uali'i and Kahapapa Fishponds. 
Things to do in Waikoloa

10. Roy's Waikoloa Bar & Grill

250 Waikoloa Beach Dr Wiakoloa Beach Resort, Waikoloa, Island of Hawaii, HI 96738 American, Seafood, Polynesian, Hawaiian Dinner, Late Night Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Waterfront +1 808-886-4321 http://www.royshawaii.com/roys-waikoloa.html
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4 based on 2164 reviews

Roy's Waikoloa Bar & Grill

Reviewed By ohgeorge

Pluses: Very good bar, attentive servers, good Roy’s style sushi rolls and very pleasant setting. Cons: standard menu items seemed to us to be a bit unpolished and not up to Roy’s standards. Tasty enough but just a bit off. For purists, the soufflé is not a classic soufflé individually baked in a deep dish. Think chocolate lava cake with vanilla ice cream on the side.

9. Hale Kai

The Fairmont Orchid Fairmont Orchid, Waimea, Island of Hawaii, HI 96743 American, Bar, Seafood, Hawaiian Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Parking Available, Television, Serves Alcohol, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Valet Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair [email protected] +1 808-887-7520 http://www.fairmont.com/orchid-hawaii/dining/hale-kai-restaurant/
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4 based on 315 reviews

Hale Kai

Reviewed By maggiegust

It was very pleasant sitting here at night after the sunset (you can't really see the sunset unobstructed from here as there is a footpath in front of the restaurant and people stop there to take pictures). Cool breeze. Drinks were good. The hummus was excellent as were the burgers we enjoyed. The lilikoi sorbet was very good!Mahalo Maggie for dining with us at Hale Kai! We appreciate you sharing your experience! Warmest aloha, Tara Harrington, Director of Guest Experience

8. Ruth's Chris Steak House

68-1330 Mauna Lani Dr The Shops at Mauna Lani, Suite 121, Island of Hawaii, HI 96743-9704 American, Steakhouse Dinner Television, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Vis [email protected] +1 808-887-0800 https://www.ruthschris.com/restaurant-locations/mauna-lani-big-island/?utm_source=yext&utm_medium=location_manager_listing
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4 based on 502 reviews

Ruth's Chris Steak House

Ruth's Chris Steak House specializes in serving aged USDA Prime steaks, broiled in a trademark 1800-degree oven and served on a plate heated to 500 degrees to ensure the steak stays "sizzling" hot. To experience fine dining at its best … Just follow the s

Reviewed By mikie12

We are staying at a hotel in the area and read about the 5pm Early Bird Special. Although we are not ones to eat early, we decided to go. The food was excellent, our server Noah, could not have been better. It was quiet, clean, and a pleasant experience.

7. Mai Grille by Chef Allen Hess

69-622 Waikoloa Beach Dr Waikoloa Beach Resort, Waikoloa, Island of Hawaii, HI 96738-5708 American, Bar, Hawaiian Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Takeout [email protected] +1 808-886-7600 http://www.maigrille.com/#directions
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4 based on 332 reviews

Mai Grille by Chef Allen Hess

Reviewed By ohgeorge

We always enjoy a typical high calorie Hawaiian breakfast here. They serve excellent Kau coffee at least when they make it strong enough to enhance its flavor that many consider superior to Kona. The coffee is from Chef Allen’s wife’s farm. We recommend the house-made corned beef hash or the loco moco. And, you can’t beat the view of the golf course either.

6. Manta Restaurant

62-100 Mauna Kea Beach Dr Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Island of Hawaii, HI 96743-9706 American, Seafood, Wine Bar, Hawaiian Dinner, Brunch, Breakfast Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Valet Parking, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Table Service, Wheelc [email protected] +1 808-882-5707 http://www.MaunaKeaBeachHotel.com
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4 based on 398 reviews

Manta Restaurant

In the mornings, the open-air bay view restaurant is home to a legendary breakfast buffet with made-to-order waffles and omelets, fresh tropical fruits and juices, healthy whole-grain cereals and tasty pastries. With the sunset, the ambiance changes as Ma

Reviewed By tawnarae

We went to twice this past week to the Manta restaurant for dinner. It is the most romantic place on the Kohala coast. My husband has severe shellfish allergies and they were able to give good suggestions and prepare his food without cross-contamination. The staff was lovely and welcoming. The food cooked to perfection - generous portions (but not too large). As a bonus, we were able to see the manta rays swimming along the shore after dinner. Thanks for taking such good care of us once again.

5. Kamuela Provision

69-425 Waikoloa Beach Dr Hilton Waikoloa Village, Waikoloa, Island of Hawaii, HI 96738-5710 American, Seafood, Hawaiian Dinner, Late Night Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Valet Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Waterfront, Beach +1 808-886-2892 http://www.hiltonwaikoloavillage.com/dining/kamuela-provision-company
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4 based on 1248 reviews

Kamuela Provision

Reviewed By shendrix

Like many hotel restaurants, this place is really overpriced, but our food and service were wonderful. I would avoid the seating on the patio that is on the other side of the walkway as there is a constant stream of people passing directly next to you as you dine.

4. Island Lava Java

69-1081 Kuualii Pl, Waikoloa Beach Resort, Waikoloa, Island of Hawaii , HI 96738, Waikoloa, Island of Hawaii, HI 96738 American, Cafe, Hawaiian Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music [email protected] 808-769-5202 http://islandlavajava.com/
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4 based on 461 reviews

Island Lava Java

Reviewed By Karen M

My husband and I stopped here with friends for breakfast before a big day of sightseeing. We ate upstairs, open-air with a view onto the ocean and warm breezes. Most of us had the Big Island Basics breakfast and one had the Belgian Waffle. We all enjoyed our meal, plentiful servings! My husband did not care for the Portuguese sausage but I had plenty of bacon to share. Coffee was very good. Our service was friendly and prices reasonable. If you eat here, do note that the restrooms are upstairs, as we found at most multi-level restaurants we visited. I don't know if there was an elevator.

3. Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar

68-1330 Mauna Lani Dr, Island of Hawaii, HI 96743-9704 American, Bar, Seafood Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Free Off-Street Parking, Live Music, Waterfront [email protected] +1 808-881-8686 http://www.tommybahama.com/TBG/Stores_Restaurants/Mauna_Lani.jsp
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4 based on 1066 reviews

Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar

Tommy Bahama combines a tranquil environment and good food with an emphasis on hospitality to make for the perfect place to recharge or unwind while indulging in a unique dining experience. The experience is sure to feel like a getaway, whether you’re on

Reviewed By Nata1717

I double-checked with a guidebook, it said that this restaurant serves "consistently good food". Confirming this. Not only good food but also really good cocktails. There is not "hit or miss" here. Everything is really really good. My top award from the last trip to Hawaii island. Recommend crusted mahi mahi and mai tai cocktail.

2. Lava Lava Beach Club

69-1081 Ku'uali'i Place, Waikoloa, Island of Hawaii, HI 96738 American, Bar, Seafood, Polynesian, Hawaiian, International Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music, Waterfront, Beach [email protected] +1 808-769-5282 http://lavalavabeachclub.com/bigisland/
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4 based on 5985 reviews

Lava Lava Beach Club

Lava Lava Beach Club is brought to you by the same people who bring you Huggo's oceanfront restaurant in Kailua-Kona , On The Rocks, a casual beach bar in Kailua-Kona, Paradise Gourmet Catering, the Big Island leader in custom events and weddings and Gras

Reviewed By larrykV4216RS

Dinner on the beach with very good friends and a variety of GREAT seafood selections Friendly staff, live music & complimentary dessert for our 50th anniversary celebration. Renewal vows ceremony on the beach and a beautiful Hawaiian sunset enjoyed from the Lava Lava Beach Club was a perfect end to a magical day.Congratulations on your 50th Anniversary and thank you for choosing Lava Lava Beach Club to celebrate! We are so happy to hear your celebration was a memorable. We hope to see you again soon and wish you all the best.

Top 10 Things to do in Waikoloa, United States

1. Napua at Mauna Lani Beach Club

68-1292 S Kaniku Dr Mauna Lani Resort, Kamuela, Waikoloa, Island of Hawaii, HI 96743-9729 American, Seafood, Polynesian, Hawaiian Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music, Waterfront, Beach [email protected] +1 808-885-5910 http://www.napuarestaurant.com/
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4 based on 735 reviews

Napua at Mauna Lani Beach Club

Like a delicious little secret, tucked away in a private ocean cove along the appetizing sands of Mauna Lani Resort is a Big Island restaurant called Napua, waiting for you to discover the foods of Hawai'i Island, shared with the kind of aloha that comes

Reviewed By ohgeorge

we thoroughly enjoyed our evening as the elements all came together to provide an outstanding experience. We had a great sunset, a wonderful server and tasty food.i enjoyed their Rilettes (their version of potted pork) and the Duck Confit. Others enjoyed the salad and fresh catch. The small bar served well-made cocktails as well.

Top 10 restaurants in Waikoloa, United States

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