Top Restaurants in Waimea
Most Popular American food in Waimea, Hawaii, United States
Find out what American restaurants to try in Waimea. The Kamuela area of the Big Island has been inhabited for tens of thousands of years. Now known for opulent resorts, luxurious spas, dramatic golf courses, historic former cattle farms and breathtaking nature reserves, Kamuela is a largely unspoiled gem. Mauna Kea Resort Golf Course is the top choice for going green. Other relaxing activities include checking into Spa Without Walls and Mauna Lani Spa, or stretching out on Hapuna Beach. A rental car is the best way to explore Kamuela's many attractions.
Things to do in Waimea
10. Earl's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 15 reviews
"Earl's Restaurant if a local Hawaiian-Asian plate lunch take out food eatery in Kamuela (Waimea) town on the Big Island of Hawaii. Local's love it!"
Reviewed By DjVinyljunke
So good! The Korean, and orange chicken roll are great, but if they got the smoked meat one its a must try. 100% deliciousness all wrapped up in seaweed
9. Sandwich Isle Bread Company
Reviewed By gomezbpercy
The baguettes are great. Crunchy, fresh, and tasty. The only down side is that is available on certain days only. It is not available on Fridays.The Lilikoi cheesecake is great. It is not too sour and the crust is i believe made with coffee beans. Just great. They also have more exotic breads but the few I tried did not make an impact.
8. Paniolo Country Inn
Overall Ratings
3 based on 177 reviews
Reviewed By TeamPidge
Looking for other options outside of our resort, we found our way in Waimea, about a half hour away from Waikoloa Beach (a nice, scenic drive if you have the time). The Country Inn looked cute and charming from the outside, and the theme continued once we got inside. Our breakfasts were average (despite high hopes for the breakfast sandwich made with pancakes) and the service was about the same (one waitress appeared to be handling all the customers) but the prices were refreshing compared to those in areas catering solely to tourists. In this case, the journey was indeed more noteworthy than the destination.
7. Copper Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 215 reviews
Copper Bar is Mauna Kea Beach Hotel's iconic gathering place for friends and family to enjoy creative, casual cuisine based on abundance and sharing along with crafted cocktails, beers and wine. Of course, the centerpiece was and remains stunning sweeping
Reviewed By travellernfoodlover
Nice restaurant and bar on the best hotel in South Kohala. Live music and hula performance. Beautiful view. Our favorite salad is the Butter Lettuce. My favorite dish is the Seared Hokaido Scallops. Hubbyâs favorite is the Paniolo Cattle Co. Grass Fed Burger. And our favorite dessert is the malasadas - a must try!
6. Hale Kai
Overall Ratings
4 based on 315 reviews
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
5. Pau
Overall Ratings
4 based on 372 reviews
Reviewed By NaplesDayna
I feel bad...we wanted to love the pizza, the other 3 tables of diners tonight were locals, we left full but won't be back. Our best description is Pau's reminded us a college town late night pizza place...cheap...filling...you eat the pizza because you came for pizza...and I'm not talking a University town pizzeria but a middle of nowhere college town pizzeria. We had 2 beers, an iced tea and a pizza w/mushrooms, onions and sausage, and a Caesar salad to share. Our bill was $49 plus tip, again cheap. Metal chairs, sticky tables, floor that needs steam cleaned, small napkins and small glasses of water or tea. The Caesar was fresh and tasty. The pizza crust tasted frozen (I'm sure it isn't), the cheese half melted, sauce was sweet, the onions were cooked 1st so limp vs raw onion baked, we couldn't find a mushroom, the sausage was good. We ate everything...we were hungry...we drove from our hotel. The staff was friendly but too casual. We were there for 45 minutes and only saw 1 to-go order picked up, maybe they deliver? Sorry, set your expectation.
4. Big Island Brewhaus
Overall Ratings
4 based on 864 reviews
Fresh, local, creative and delicious handcrafted food and beer! Join us for a in the heart of Waimea town and enjoy food cooked to order, beer brewed because we love it, and live music every Thursday (open mic) and Friday because we love like music and th
Reviewed By kaukine808
I never order food when I come here, I always start with the beer sampler. Very good craft beer, not only the usual hoppy stuff either. I did have some of their Porter over a bowl of vanilla ice cream. (Not on menu). They close early, just like every other place on this island. Be careful, some of their beers are quite strong and can sneak up on you.
3. The Fish and The Hog
Overall Ratings
4 based on 612 reviews
Reviewed By keithf772
Went to dinner there recently with a friend....no reservations turn up sign in ...wait for a table...actually although they were really busy it wasnât that long a wait. The food was delicious and plentiful. The staff were attentive and friendly. They do have tendency to sell out of their most popular dishes although they had everything we ordered :-) It was an experience I will take again :-)
2. Hawaiian Style Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1232 reviews
Reviewed By James S
Expect a little wait but worth it. Also expect to take some home. Great cheery service. Decided to try this on our way to several excellent farmer's markets in the area. A local recommended it. Meals are served on oval turkey platters. I like crispy bacon and theirs is deep fried so it is definitely crispy. As you can see from pictures portions are huge. I had the 2 eggs, corned beef hash, and french toast. The hash was served thin and crispy - very good but after seeing the kailua pork hash over fried rice that would be my recommendation. The french toast is a sweet bread but just standard stuff. They didn't leave it in the egg long enough to soak into the bread. Over medium eggs were perfect. I tried the hash browns- also large helping. The real surprise is their side of pancakes that comes with most egg meals. the serve 2 on these large oval platters. Nice and fluffy. The menu includes loco mocos and an assortment of meats like portuguese sausage and blood sausage. The menu was large enough to get you back for several different breakfasts and lunches.
1. Merriman's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1963 reviews
Located in the heart of the Big Islands farm community is Peter Merriman's original restaurant; Merriman's Waimea. Chef/Owner Peter Merriman is one of the founders of Hawaii Regional Cuisine and uses 90% or more of local produce, fish and beef. All dishes
Reviewed By TravelGolfer
We have dined at Merrimanâs on Maui and on Kauai, each different from the other. This Big Island location, the original, is different yet. Interesting starters of quesadilla and Israeli salad. The Parker Ranch steaks were amazing and beautifully prepared. Not usually a fan of mashed potatoes, I was pleased that mine were seasoned lightly with jalapeno. Cozy place, great menu and pleasant server.
