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    Big Island Brewhaus

    4.2 (1k reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    BIG ISLAND BREWHAUS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Poke nacho
    Rachael H.

    The food, the beer, the atmosphere, and the service are unparalleled. Our waitress was one of the best waitresses I've ever had, she was attentive, kind, brought blankets out for us, while also not overbearing. The fried pickles are the best fried pickles I've ever had--definitely would go back just for those. It is pricey but I do think the food is above average for a brewery. The fish bites are extremely tender, light and crispy, while somehow moist. Highly recommend!!

    Poster board
    Barry H.

    We had a "taste" of beers from Big Island Brewhaus while having lunch at Black Rock Pizza. So decided to head out on an adventure to the brewery. Beautiful drive from Kona, but parking can be a little tricky. Luckily, there are additional parking areas nearby. Ordered a BLT with fries and a Red Sea of Cacao Imperial Red to wash it down. Food was pretty good, beer was better. Definitely worth the trip (also purchased a t-shirt to celebrate our visit).

    Grilled Cheese & Garlic Fries
    Evan B.

    We really enjoyed Big Island Brewhaus! I wasn't terribly hungry so I ordered a kids grilled cheese with garlic fries and the portion ended up being quite large! The brownie sounded appetizing but I was way too full by the end of my grilled cheese. The restaurant is very cute and has inside, outside and bar seating. Our server was friendly and fast, bringing water multiple times and checking on us after our food was delivered. Overall a fantastic experience with no issues! Would absolutely recommend Big Island Brewhaus if passing through Waimea! P.S. the garlic fries were some of the best fries I've ever had!

    Ben F.

    The brewhaus is an awesome little shack of delicious food and great drinks. I ride my bike around town a lot and it always makes me happy to hear music and laughter coming from this spot, even late after other businesses have closed. Not too many places stay open late here but this one doesn't disappoint. The staff is kind and positive and they informed me that they have gluten free bread although the website and menu don't say so. I got a bacon burger on some gf bread and it was amazing. Definitely recommend dropping by one night.

    Cute interior
    Emily A.

    What a sweet spot! Luriline was our server and was so patient and informative to our large group the fried pickles were out of this world and the various brews and mai tai all were great! Highly recommend the fish bites and Poke nachos, the burgers were delicious! The ambiance was quaint and hometown vibe.

    Fish taco
    Julyana T.

    Best food find in the island. Seems to be a local hangout place, witch's always a good sign. Friendly staffs, good beer. The deep fried fish (famous fish bites) is the best...but everything we ordered from the place is so DELISH

    We got the fish taco, garlic fries, and fish bites(mahi).  Jenna was great!
    Dean I.

    Jenna, our server, was awesome! Our puppers, Triscuit, got his own little water bowl We could sit in the outer area with our dog, no problem. It's such a great service for fur parents, and excellent food too! The fish bites were mahi today, and it was 10/10. Garlic fries with aioli? The best. Will be back when we're in town!

    Friends celebrating life!
    Jolene K.

    Great place to grab some good food and amazing beers with awesome friends. The food was so good, we forgot to take pictures. The staff were friendly, helpful with the menu choices, and professional. We were there on a Friday night. They had live music which was amazing. They have indoor and outdoor seating - but we liked and chose the outdoors. Great ambience. The local beers are a must get along with any of the menu options . Next time you are in Waimea town, be sure to stop by Big Island Brewhaus. Go early as the parking lot is small and can fill up pretty quickly.

    Fish Bites
    Nicole S.

    We liked this place. We had food and beer here. Both were very good. The service was friendly. We sat on the outside patio area. Gets crowded, so try to get there early. We arrived just before they opened, and there was already a line.

    Fish bites
    Sam P.

    So happy to return here! This is a great Brewhaus with a great mix of both locals and tourists! Also we had the same great server we had last year and it's just a stellar playlist! Enjoyed their IPAs, fish tacos, fish bites ( which are insanely delicious ) and fried pickles! Everything about this place is just epic ! Great food , beer, service, crowd and music ! Just my kind of place and will return every time I am in the Big Island

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    Excellent beer, food, and service. Don't miss it! Plus it is cool in Waimea. Escape the heat.

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    8 months ago

    Expensive for what you're given .. green chili was tasty but there was hardly any chicken in it and I was definitely still hungry after lol

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    The Fish and The Hog

    4.5(1.7k reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    Came by here last month on our drive up to Waimea and really enjoyed the food!! Service was…read morefriendly too. Sweet potato fries were sooo good. Tried all the sauces and they were all delicious. Parking is in the back lot, it's a good idea to come when they open to beat crowds but there's plentiful seating inside.

    Food 5/5 Strawberry Lemonade $9 - Yum! Absolutely delicious…read more Lava Flow $16 - Tasty and delicious. Spicy Poke Bowl $26 - Just okay, nothing special about it. The flavor wasn't kicking nor was it really that spicy at all. BBQ Sampler Plate w/ fries & grilled pineapple $37.95 - Good price point for a sampler. We've eaten a ton of BBQ around the US and the brisket was one of my favorites. The ribs had a sweetness I really enjoyed. Reuben Spring Rolls $16 - Not pictured but loved them! Chocolate Cake $12 - Since it was my actual birthday, my partner wanted to get me a slice of cake but boy are they huge. It was absolutely delicious but we had to take it to go. I would recommend they have smaller slices as eating a ton of BBQ and devouring a huge slice of cake is due for a heart attack. Ambiance 5/5 Got a nice table by the window minus the horsefly. Service 3/5 The lady who sat us and took our drink orders is extremely sweet and friendly. Our service was just okay, she didn't really add to our experience as if there was something on her mind.

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    The Fish and The Hog - Brussel sprouts and Caesar Salad

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    Waimea Butcher Shop - Charcuterie Board
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    Waimea Butcher Shop

    4.5(179 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    I found this place completely by accident after being invited to dinner by the manager's mother…read more Honestly, that's the kind of accident I hope keeps happening. They opened with beef tartare that ruined me for every other beef tartare I've ever had. The osso buco is legendary. Then came the double cheeseburger... and I need everyone to understand that I don't hand out compliments like ketchup packets. This is, without question, the best burger I've ever eaten. It's so good it makes you want a cigarette afterward--and I don't even smoke. I've come back many times just for that burger because nothing else I've tried on Hawaiʻi Island or Oʻahu comes close. Their tater tots have developed their own fan club, and the little bar with beer, wine, and cocktails makes it dangerously easy to linger. The staff is consistently warm and welcoming. After being away for six weeks because of a family emergency, one of my first stops after returning was this burger. It was still outstanding, but I did notice the beef patty seemed about a third to nearly half thinner than I remembered. At around $20, that's noticeable. I'm hoping it was just an off day because this place has earned enough goodwill for me to give it another shot. Don't overlook the butcher shop itself. The meat quality is miles beyond what you'll find in a grocery store. I bought their ground beef for a ragù alla Bolognese, and it was so spectacular that I went back specifically to buy more for homemade burgers. Bottom line: this is one of the hidden gems of the island. Come for the butcher shop, stay for the burger, and if you leave without wondering whether you should light an imaginary post-burger cigarette, we clearly ordered different meals.

    Heard such great things about this butcher shop on social media so had check them out…read more It's a small hole-in-the-wall store in Waimea (Kamuela) butcher shop/restaurant l. Came to buy their well-known Laulau sausage and to try their burgers. Meal prices are a tad bit high, but as they say, "you get what you pay for." We decided to try two different items on their small menu; a pastrami and hamburger. Both were so fresh you could actually taste the difference. Nothing like fresh meat! Both were well-seasoned and TENDER, the bun on the burger was a brioche which was very moist. We also got their version of Mac salad which was quite good The laulau sausage was very good, just never had laulau in a sausage before. GPS gave us the incorrect directions, but we found it. It's across the Ace Hardware store. Open parking.

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    Waimea Butcher Shop - Interior, communal table.

    Interior, communal table.

    Waimea Butcher Shop - Beef + Cheddar Sandwich
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    Ippy’s Hawaiian Barbeque

    Ippy’s Hawaiian Barbeque

    4.6(349 reviews)
    0.0 mi
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    I love Ippy's so much. The food is always amazing, especially the pork belly. I like that you can…read moreget a "mini" plate for kids. My daughter loves the chicken katsu. They're also so kind to us. We sat and ate in the restaurant and they gave my daughter a big bag of toys to play with while we were there. It kept her entertained while we waited for our food and also made it easier to feed her. The restaurant itself has a ton of space and is always clean. We can always get a table there, so I don't mind sitting and eating instead of feeling like I need to get takeout.

    My wife and I drove up to Ippy's in Waimea from Waikoloa while on vacation since we were in the…read moremood for real Hawaiian barbecue, and this spot is an absolute gem! The exterior, and interior, of the building is nothing special. As a matter of fact, that's part of what I loved about it; it helps you realize it's an all around fantastic food joint, not just somewhere that charges overpriced amounts for average food because of the "vibe." It's extremely busy inside this place, and staff was extremely friendly and pretty quick with turning out orders. I ordered a two entree plate, which consisted of their teriyaki chicken and pina colada shrimp, per the recommendation of the woman taking my order. The shrimp was incredible and the pins colada sauce that it comes with it's something I now dream about! The chicken was also great. It's dark meat, which is something to keep in mind in case you're a pickier eater, but the char and flavor of it was wonderful. For the sides I ordered rice and their mac salad. I'm not usually a mac salad kind of guy, but this changed my mind and I can now say I'm a true fan. This is perhaps one of the best places I've eaten between the two islands I visited on this trip, and I can't say enough good things about it!

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    Ippy’s Hawaiian Barbeque - Casual setting in Waimea. Pay at the counter. Had a friendly counter person bring the food to the table.

    Casual setting in Waimea. Pay at the counter. Had a friendly counter person bring the food to the table.

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    Hawaiian Style Cafe

    Hawaiian Style Cafe

    4.5(1.9k reviews)
    0.9 mi
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    So much aloha here. Everyone is so friendly & they seem familiar with the regular customers. The…read morepancakes are HUGE!! I got French toast with a side of papaya- it was enough! My husband got the lamb ribs. So good. Plenty of seats in the front dining area. There's also a back area with lots of tables too. Cash only!

    There's not much parking in front so you might have to get a little creative. We waited for 35…read moreminutes for a table of 6 and were one of the last ones seated. It seemed fine until we realized they were slipping on the service. My uncle didn't get his tossed salad with his tripe stew but no biggie, and my son's kids meal that was only pancake, bacon, and an egg was the last to get to the table. Everyone was eating and trying to share their food with my hungry son who was in tears after waiting another 30 minutes for his food. They were very apologetic and our server (like everyone there) was SUPER sweet, and even brought him extra bacon for the inconvenience. I could see there were regulars in there who were getting better attention than us, it happens, which was kind of a disappointment in the service area. The large table sat after us all had their food rolling out the kitchen as soon as they ordered. The food was still great, very homey, and delicious as always. The place was nice and breezy due to a storm coming in soon. All in all a great place to come eat, just come earlier I guess so all the good stuff doesn't get 86'd before you get there...my uncle was looking forward to the lamb ribs but there's always next time and for this place, there's always a next time!!! One last thing, hands down BEST gravy I've ever tasted on a loco moco...I'm in tears just thinking of it!

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    Hawaiian Style Cafe - French toast

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    Merriman's - Bread pudding

    Merriman's

    4.4(1.4k reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    What an incredible experience!!…read more Came here with family and had Gabby as our server, she was wonderful. I enjoyed everything, from the drinks to the appetizers to the dessert. We started with the Mai tai flight, ahi poke and tako escargot. All were so good, would definitely order again. For entrees we ordered a mix of the spicy lobster ravioli, chateaubriand, and ahi katsu. I love that they allow you to combine two entrees, even if it's for a slight upcharge. Everything was great. No complaints at all. Portion sizing was perfect too, with the addition of the appetizers. For dessert we opted for the pineapple bread pudding which was delicious as well. Perfect with the ice cream. We definitely would've come back if we had more time or if we were in the area. Good idea to make reservations in advance.

    We had dinner at Merriman's in Waimea with our family of six, and it was one of the highlights of…read moreour trip to the Big Island. From the moment we arrived, the service was exceptional. Bianca and the entire staff were warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. They made us feel relaxed and well taken care of throughout the evening without ever being intrusive. The food was outstanding. Our table enjoyed the day boat catch, macadamia nut-crusted fish, Caesar salad, beet salad with goat cheese, cucumber salad, smoked taro hummus, and desserts including sorbet and seasonal ice cream. Every dish was fresh, beautifully prepared, and full of flavor. The combination of incredible food, gracious service, and a warm, inviting atmosphere made for a memorable family dinner. A heartfelt thank you to Bianca and the entire Merriman's team for making our evening so special. We can't wait to return on our next visit to the Big Island.

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    Spicy lobster ravioli and filet

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    Island Hopper Taproom - Hawaiian Nachos

    Island Hopper Taproom

    4.0(175 reviews)
    14.0 mi
    $$

    I was really excited to try this place because they are one of the few restaurants around Waikoloa…read morethat offer vegan options. The reviews looked good and so we drove up to try it. They had both indoor and outdoor seating, the indoor seating looked more like a bar setting, not somewhere you would necessarily want to hang around for a while to eat. The outdoor area had more tables but was pretty bare bones. There were some TVs that looked like they were mounted but none of them were on and the one by us looked broken. My husband ordered vegan nachos which said it came with melted shredded cheese. We were extremely surprised when they came out not with shredded cheese but with grated powder parmesan cheeze (that you would sprinkle on a pasta). I honestly thought there had been a mistake but when I asked about it they said it was correct. Honestly the worst nachos we've ever had. The grated parmesan didn't melt of all of course so we paid $20 for some dry tortilla chips with dusted cheeze lol. I am baffled why they didn't use actual shredded cheese that melts, especially because I know they had it since it was on my sandwich. I got the buffalo chick'n sandwich which was ok overall. I think if they had breaded the chick'n cutlet it probably would have been a little better. Even though it did have the buffalo sauce on it I felt like it was lacking some flavor - like perhaps a coleslaw or pickled vegetables would have helped. Overall we had high hopes for this place and were disappointed. I do appreciate they made an effort with the vegan options, I'm hoping they make some adjustments to improve the dishes though.

    Not much of a wait on a Sunday evening during the shoulder season on the Big Island. My husband…read morereported that the beer was warm and flat. The server told us their burgers are smash burgers so we couldn't choose how we wanted them cooked but the burgers came out with 2 regular patties stacked on top of each other. No smashing. No crispy edges. This was NOT a smash burger. The wings were suppose to be a lemon pepper dry rub but still came out with a weird coating. I would steer clear of this place.

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    Island Hopper Taproom - Chips and salsa and the vibe

    Chips and salsa and the vibe

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    Okonomiyaki Tots

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