Big Island’s Best Restaurants
Savor an unforgettable dining journey, from seaside eateries serving fresh seafood to upscale restaurants set against volcanic backdrops.
Featured Big Island Restaurants: Halani
Savor Big Island flavors at Halani: open-air dining, pool views, fresh seafood, farm-to-table veggies & Kona coffee.
Big Island’s Restaurants
Indulge in Big Island’s culinary landscape, where the rich volcanic soil nurtures fresh produce that influences a diverse and delectable scene.
Halani
Savor Big Island flavors at Halani: open-air dining, pool views, fresh seafood, farm-to-table veggies & Kona coffee.
Copper Bar at Mauna Kea
Copper Bar at Mauna Kea: Savor inventive tapas, craft cocktails & ocean views at this iconic Kohala Coast eatery.
Brown’s Beach House
Savor Big Island-inspired cuisine at Brown’s Beach House, an AAA Four Diamond award-winning restaurant in Hawaii.
Hau Tree at Mauna Kea
Savor island dining at Hau Tree, Mauna Kea, Big Island, HI. Enjoy ocean views, fresh salads, sandwiches, & signature drinks.
CanoeHouse
Savor Japanese-inspired cuisine at CanoeHouse, Big Island’s gem with stunning ocean views & Hawaii’s land-sea connection.
Manta at Mauna Kea
Savor innovative East-meets-West cuisine at Manta, Mauna Kea, Big Island, Hawaii – a culinary gem by Chef Nagao.
Kuleana Rum Shack
Savor authentic island cuisine & crafted cocktails at Kuleana Rum Shack, Big Island’s culinary treasure.
Papa Kona Restaurant & Bar
Savor Hawaiian gastro-pub cuisine & craft cocktails at Papa Kona Restaurant & Bar, downtown Kona’s waterfront gem.
Kona Brewing
Savor island breeze at Kona Brewing in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii – eco-friendly brewpub with outdoor lanai & true Aloha spirit.
Meridia
Meridia: Mediterranean cuisine, award-winning wine, creative cocktails & Hapuna Beach views at Westin Resort, Big Island.
Islander Sake Brewery
Islander Sake Brewery: Handcrafted premium sake in Hāpuna, Hawaii. Savor unique flavors with Mauna Kea views. A must-visit for sake lovers.
Beach Tree Restaurant
Beach Tree Restaurant: Oceanfront dining, fresh Mediterranean-California cuisine, local ingredients, and live entertainment in Big Island, Hawaii.
Magics Beach Grill
Oceanfront Magics Beach Grill on Big Island, Hawaii: fresh fusion cuisine, Kona views & local ingredients. Experience Aloha! 130/150
FORC
Savor farm-to-table cuisine at FORC, Waimea, Big Island. Chef Allen Hess’ culinary gem offers local brunch, dinner, & dietary options.
Hawaii’s Essential Information
Dive into Hawaii’s heart with our ‘Essentials’ section, offering knowledge on local culture, history, and environment for an enriched journey.
Exploring Hawaiian Petroglyphs: Stories in Stone
Discover Hawaii’s ancient petroglyphs, stunning rock art revealing the islands’ rich history and culture. Visit sites like Puako Preserve and Volcanoes National Park to witness these enigmatic treasures.
The Rainbow State: The Unique Weather Phenomena of Hawaii
Discover Hawaii’s unique weather phenomena: vibrant rainbows, cooling trade winds, diverse rainfall, mysterious volcanic fog, and world-renowned surf conditions.
The Anatomy of a Volcanic Eruption: Lessons from Hawaii
Explore Hawaii’s volcanic wonders: witness Kilauea and Mauna Loa’s power at Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, and marvel at Haleakalā Crater on Maui.
Conserving Hawaii’s Endangered Species
Discover Hawaii’s endangered species, their significance to local ecosystems and culture, and how responsible tourism can support conservation efforts.
Living Off-Grid in Hawaii: Sustainable Living in Paradise
Discover off-grid living in Hawaii: embrace self-sufficiency, sustainability, and a deep connection with nature in eco-friendly communities across the islands.
The Geology of Hawaii: How the Islands Were Formed
Discover Hawaii’s captivating geology, from the volcanic hotspot that forms its islands to awe-inspiring shield volcanoes like Mauna Loa and Kilauea.
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