The Absolute Best Meal on the Island--A Masterclass in Food & Service!…read moreIf I could give Seafood Bar & Grill 10 stars, I would. This wasn't just a dinner; it was our absolute favorite meal of the entire trip. We didn't even have a special occasion to celebrate--we just had a phenomenal experience here in the past and couldn't wait to return. They somehow managed to exceed every expectation. From the second we walked in, we were blown away. We loved the Tiki Bar, everyone is family when you walk in, history covering the walls ambiafamily-friendly; ev Seafood We were greeted by Dave Yurtin, the owner, who set up a fabulous table for us inside. But here is the kicker: Dave actually remembered us from our first visit two years ago! Talk about a total legend. We couldn't believe his memory--that is next-level hospitality. Our server, Ryan, provided spectacular, world-class service. He didn't write a single part of our big order down and got absolutely everything 100% right. He was attentive, fast, and incredibly sharp--he even remembered at the end that my mother-in-law had asked for onion rings once she was finished, before changing her mind. Incredible! Now, let's talk about the food and drinks because WOW. We started with the drinks, and these were hands-down the absolute best Mai Tais we have had on the island. Every single dish that hit the table was a home run: - Escargot: Wow, wow, wow, wow! Absolutely phenomenal. The pesto and cheese with the garlic bread? Unreal. - Seafood Quesadilla & Coconut Shrimp: Perfectly executed and delicious. - Braised Short Ribs: Out of this world. Fall-off-the-bone tender. - Pineapple Macnut Slaw: Insane flavor. Do not skip this! - Garlic Bread: Spectacular and perfect for soaking up every last bit of flavor. - Fish Linguine: A rich, perfectly balanced cream sauce packed with different types of fresh fish. Somehow, we saved room for dessert and tried FOUR different ones: the Key Lime Pie was unbelievable, the Lilikoi Pie and Kona Coffee Pie were spectacular, and the NY Cheesecake with Lilikoi Sauce was the perfect grand finale. Between Dave's legendary memory, Ryan's flawless service, and a kitchen that doesn't miss, Seafood Bar & Grill is an absolute must-visit. We will be talking about this meal until our next visit! Thank you for an unforgettable night!

We have been coming to Seafood Bar and Grill for years on our annual Hawaii vacation and it never…read moredisappoints. The owner Dave is always friendly and a pleasure to chat with. I got the ginger steamed clams and they were amazing. We also ordered an extra serving of Parmesan bread because it was so tasty. My dad got the prime rib, which is only available on Tuesdays, and it was great as always. Our server Matt recommended my mom try the black bean seafood combo, and she was pleasantly surprised by how much she loved her meal! My husband got the cajun style fresh catch and loved his meal! We highly recommend this restaurant and love supporting Dave and his team. It's always a great experience!

I have a nut allergy and was going to skip on the food because their salt they use includes tree…read morenuts. The gentlemen working were amazing and after letting them know that I have a nut allergy, they made a whole new batch of poke so that I could have a bowl! They were very kind and did not have a second thought on making the poke to make sure I had a taste of their poke. They ended up slicing a whole new fish for me and If that doesn't show you their hospitality, then you need to see it yourself. Their fish was so fresh (ahi tuna), and the lomi lomi salmon was super refreshing. My girlfriend had the same meal but what they already had chopped up and she said it was just as fresh as the one they made for me. Definitely one of my favorite spots on the Kona side for poki and for their hospitality. 11/10 would come again!

Came by for a later lunch and grabbed a large poke bowl which comes with 2 scoops of rice, 2 scoops…read moreof poke and 2 sides. They only had ahi tuna (either with shoyu or spicy) when we came and honestly it was just ok. The fish was cut poorly with small uneven chunks throughout and while the marinades were flavorful they fish quality was not great. The sides of kimchi and spicy crab were pretty tasty but given it's a fish market we were pretty disappointed. Maybe it's because we came around 1:30pm but the lack of fish options and the portion was pretty paltry. $20 for a plate really isn't bad but the scoops were so sad looking. You can see from the picture alone how small the scoops of poke were and the uneven small end pieces of fish.

Wow, what a great market. They have everything you need. In addition to warm food too. I also…read moregot gifts for my fiends backhome. All the employees were so ice and helpful. The place was very neat and clean. It is a must stop in and shop.

I stopped by Foodland for a quick lunch while staying at the Fairmount nearby and got the poke…read moreafter hearing good things. I opted for the premium fresh ahi tuna Hawaiian style which is $20 for a pick 2 poke bowl. I ended up choosing that and the spicy salmon. Loved the flavor of the spicy salmon which tasted like a gochujang seasoning. I'm not a huge fan of mayo in poke so this was great for something spicy without the creaminess of mayo. Ahi was great as well, the Hawaiian flavor is on the lighter side but it did taste very fresh. It's on the pricer side for supermarket sushi but it's definitely better than what I usually see in the states.

This local grocery store is a discount store with all types of groceries, meats, alcohol, and etc…read more it's perfect for anyone wanting to stock up for their vacation trip. The store offers discounts without any club membership. It's reasonable prices. Service was friendly. The store was clean and well stocked. We recommend it.

Such a variety of stuff in here. Fun to wander through the aisles to see what's available. Good…read morecustomer service too.

If you are seafood person, highly recommend to come and shop here Kona Kampachi(fillet, collared,…read moreor whole), lobsters, oysters, etc.... Everything fresh and good price. I and my family always stay at Airbnb when we visit big island, so we buy fish and shellfish, enjoy eating as sashimi and BBQ grilling. By a GPS, if you input "Blue Ocean Mariculture" they lead you a wrong place, but just keep going ahead, you can find this selling place right next to Kona Sea Salt. (On Yelp, this address is correct) Front of their place, there is a parking lots. There is an order counter and you can order them, they packed with blue ice(they put the box but recommend to bring your cooler bag or box). They don't take preorder, so first come and get. Sometimes they sold out so quick. Well, one thing, this time we ordered two Kona Kanpachi (that usually we bought), and paid back to our Airbnb, put refrigerator, we found two packages of Kona Kanpachi fillet (one package have two fillet from one fish),,,, so total we have four fillet,,, huuuum they think one fillet means from one fish fillet!? Well, we enjoyed all seafood that we bough, so no problem but when we shop next time, we'll ask them how they count for their order.

I love kanpachi sashimi, which is hard to come by in Oregon. I was super excited to learn there's a…read morekanpachi farm in Kona! They have a retail window here where you can purchase fresh kanpachi filets ($20/lb) (or whole) along with other seafood. They are pre-packaged in various weights. They recommend consuming it in a day if you're eating it raw. The price can't be beat for never-frozen kanpachi, since this is the source for other markets. It's located behind the airport, and they send you home with an ice pack to keep your goods cold.

prob the top 2 pokes I've ever consumed…read more ahi and salmon were so juicy and fresh and tender. I'm still thinking about our poke bowls price is reasonable and there's benches and parking outside

This local poke place is small but offers some seating outside. It was a very popular place with…read morefresh ahi poke. They keep it simple so you pick your poke(s) side with rice. They had several types of poke to choose from. The shoyu and spicy ahi poke were tender, fresh and perfectly marinated. It's a large portion for the #2 bowl. Service was fast and friendly. If there is a line it goes by quick. And it's worth a wait. This is a local gem with amazing poke. It's a must try when leaving the Kona airport. Just 8 minutes away.

This was the best poke I've ever had! Best kimchi too! Service was amazing and prices are fair…read more Highly recommend!

We walked in at lunchtime on Wednesday and the lady behind the counter said they wouldn't have rice…read morefor another 20 minutes due to a misunderstanding. We wanted to get poke bowls, but opted to just get poke and make our own poke bowls at home. She said they were able to make poke nachos so we got an order of the nachos. The fish were of good quality and it was fresh. It was interesting that the spicy poke had tomatoes in it. Never had tomatoes in spicy poke before!! It was different. The ogo was alright. Kinda plain with ogo and sliced round onions. They could've added more onions. The shoyu poke and the other one, I forget the name, was good. It's a cute place, it was clean. I hope they will have a lot of business moving forward. There are a few parking stalls In the front.

Best Chinese food I've had on the Big Island, no contest…read more The sizzling chicken was the highlight. Super tender, incredibly juicy, and full of flavor in a way that's hard to find. Every piece was cooked just right. I don't usually write reviews, but this one earned it. If you're anywhere nearby, it's worth going out of your way for.

Yelp me, Yelp you!…read more We were looking for a place to eat near Waikoloa Village during our annual summer getaway to Hawaii, and this year, our trip brought us to the Big Island. We happened to find this little hidden gem, and we're glad we gave it a try. The food was delicious--from the chow mein and fried rice to the steak and orange chicken. Everything was flavorful, satisfying, and perfect for a hungry family after a long day of exploring the island. The ambiance is pretty simple and average, and the service was okay, but the quality of the food made the visit worthwhile. Sometimes you don't need anything fancy--you just need good food at a comfortable local spot. We would definitely come back the next time we're staying near Waikoloa!