This may be one of the best dining spots in the Volcano area. The menu is relatively small, but every dish is thoughtfully prepared and executed exceptionally well. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The food, service, and ambiance all deserve 5 stars.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] A special shoutout to our waiter, Adam, who provided outstanding service and made our evening even more enjoyable. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Despite being in a popular visitor destination, the restaurant doesn't feel touristy. Instead, it has a welcoming atmosphere that attracts both visitors and locals looking for a great meal.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Parking is free and convenient, and there's also a charming little shop next to the restaurant that's worth browsing before or after dinner. Highly recommended if you're visiting the Volcano area. read more

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We are staying at the lodge attached to this Restaurant. We had planned on breakfast as they list breakfast and brunch. BUT, they open at 11. That's not a breakfast schedule and we won't be able to eat before we move on to Kilo. On to Plan B. read more

SPECTACULAR dinner! Amazing crab cakes cooked to perfection. The ravioli is TO DIE FOR. One of the best things I've ever eaten. Ambiance is spot-on Hawaiian. The service was wonderful and welcoming. Would be a nice date night location. read more

Kilauea Lodge Restaurant - Ravioli - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Volcano, Hawaii

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Had the best meal of the trip at this restaurant. Both the food was great and the service was excellent. It was amazing to watch three people manage all of the tables on a very busy night. If you are able to get a chance to eat here, ask for Adam as he went out of his way to make each table feel special. It is hard to pick out their best dish as both appetizers and main dishes were good. Their portion were quite large so we have to come back again to try some of their incredible looking deserts. Hint: this place gets really busy so I recommend calling ahead of time to make reservations. read more

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We came here for lunch. Their menu online wasn't updated and the Nicoise salad was no longer on the menu so I settled for the Cobb salad. The guava dressing was very good but the salad was mostly romaine, the toppings portion was meager. My husband ordered the fish and chips. The tartar sauce was 10/10, the fish was good but could have been a little crispier. The Liliko tea was also 10/10. Service was great. Food needs to be improved. read more

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We've been here twice. I can't believe I didn't write a review the first time! If you come to volcano, don't miss out on the Kīlauea lodge restaurant! Tonight we brought our 20 year old kids, and they suggested we order family style. Awesome. We got edamame with futikake (seaweed and sesame seed). Delicious! Then we split 4 entrees. We voted on the ranking. Everyone liked all four dishes: 1. Fish of the day (ono) 2. Rack of Lamb 3. Steak 4. Shrimp fettuccini Oh, and we got some really good cocktails. And a delicious chocolate cake for dessert. read more

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In the area visiting the National Park. My partner and I came in [[HIGHLIGHT]]for brunch. We each got a sandwich - I got the Reuben with fries and they got the turkey wrap. The server asked if they wanted fries and my partner asked what other choices there were for sides. The server responded "onion rings or salad". My partner got the onion rings. (More about that at the end.) We split the sandwiches and the sides. Everything was outstanding. The Reuben corned beef was moist (not dried out), the bread was tasty and there was the right amount of dressing and sauerkraut. The fries were delicious, with a nice outside crunch. The wrap tasted very fresh and the onion rings were outstanding. Real onion rings, not onion bits. We ordered only water to drink and the server and a second server came over multiple times to refill our waters. The service was very good. For brunch, there is a trio (two guitars and all three sing) playing Hawaiian and non Hawaiian songs. They were outstanding. The harmonies were just terrific. The group's name is Halana[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambience is very nice. Very warm and welcoming.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] One complaint. I considered docking a point for this, but everything else was so great, I'm not going to. But here it is - when a server asks you what side you want, they should tell you if one or more of the alternatives costs more. The server told us the sides were fries, onion rings or salad. He didn't mention that the onion rings cost five or more bucks more than the french fries. I got the bill and the $21 Reuben was $21 with fries. But the $20 turkey wrap was $26 with the onion rings. I wonder what the price difference would be if I ordered the side salad?? That was really disappointing. Servers should be trained to identify the price differences and not assume that it doesn't matter to the customer. read more

Kilauea Lodge Restaurant - The turkey wrap (half) with half my Reuben in the plate. And a big piece of yummy pickle. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Volcano, Hawaii

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We came here for dinner the first night we got in town. The service was great. The pickled veggies were ok. The lamb was also okay. The cheesecake was soooooo good. I would come back for dessert and maybe try something else entree wise. read more

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Food/Drinks 4/5: We came hungry after a day exploring the national park and local caves, so we ordered the Mai Tai, calamari steak app, Catch of the Day (Ono), ribeye, and apple cheesecake for dessert. The drink was not my favorite as the dark rum really changed the taste of what I expect of a standard mai tai. The calamari steak was delicious - amazing crispy outside and buttery soft inside with a nice punch of flavor from the capers and lemon. The ono was a bit disappointing - a bit chewy and lacking flavor, but mixed well with the cauliflower, raisins, and mac nuts on the plate. The real stars were the ribeye (so tender and amazing with the garlic butter on top) and the cheesecake (amazing crust with chunks of apple throughout the cheesecake layer). Service 5/5: Amazingly attentive wait staff; checked on us regularly throughout the meal to make sure waters were filled and clearing plates as soon as we were done. We did not have a reservation, but they were able to accommodate our party. Price $$$: Definitely a pricier dinner option as you're paying more for the ambiance of the restaurant. Wouldn't necessarily say the food measures up to the price, but when we came through around 6pm there weren't a lot of other open options in the area. read more

Kilauea Lodge Restaurant - Mai Tai with Ube cream - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Volcano, Hawaii

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Staff was amazing. We stayed here so we could take our drink back to the room. Or utensils. Everyone was friendly. We came for 2 breakfast and a lunch. Loved the potatoes hash. They were out of hash browns so they did a medley of regular potatoes sweet potato and a purple potato. Very nicely done. The taro bread for French toast was so good! It was tasty food and convenient for us. read more

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The food is absolutely delicious, [[HIGHLIGHT]]the atmosphere is amazing[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], and the drinks are always on point. I had the fresh catch mahi, which was cooked perfectly and full of flavor. My husband ordered the grilled steak, and it was cooked to perfection. I enjoyed a glass of wine, while my husband had an Old Fashioned, and both were excellent. A special shoutout to our bartender, Kaimi, who provided great service and made our drinks perfectly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The music creates the perfect vibe and makes the whole experience even better.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Great food, great drinks, outstanding service, and an awesome atmosphere every time. Highly recommend! read more

Do not recommend the Thanksgiving Buffet. Whereas prior to the sale of the Kilauea Lodge; the celebration of the day was an affair to be remembered. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The meal was lackluster; atmosphere bleak and the food mediocre.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Turkey dry. Dressing blasé, salad boring and roast beef decent. $75.00 each person; could have been better. Looked like a hired catering company from a school Lunch program. Sad. But true. Hopefully Christmas Dinner will be a regular menu. We are regulars of the normal Menu. Service was good. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Lovely atmosphere[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Great steaks and random wild game Great margaritas and pups Eat here while in volcano read more

Great food and service. Loved the lamb chops. Not that a lot of people would complain, but portion size was too large for me, so I guess that means it's good value. We liked one of the paintings on the wall we wanted to purchase. The server told us we could in the store. Unfortunately that was incorrect and we're still trying out how to find it. The ambience depending on where you're sat is pretty good. We will go there over Rim Restaurant next visit. The art fiasco downed the star review read more

Kilauea Lodge Restaurant - Ube MaiTai. Love it so much better than Merrimansone with lilikoi foam. Nice umami. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Volcano, Hawaii

We love to dine here whenever we visit Volcano. The ambiance is cozy with the historical fireplace and all of the beautiful local artwork. Tonight we had excellent service from Adam. We started with the calamari steak and cheesy garlic bread. I had the fresh catch of the day, which was Ono. My husband has the chicken fettuccine. All of our food was delicious. We shared a cheesecake with Lilikoi syrup for the grand finale. read more

Kilauea Lodge Restaurant - Fresh Catch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Volcano, Hawaii

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Best burger! Matt was the cook today. I had one on Tuesday that was amazing as well Tasty, cooked perfectly and dripping with juice. I had double cheddar. Yum! The service is wonderful and with aloha [[HIGHLIGHT]]The setting gives the lodge/Hawaiian feel with local music.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I highly recommend Kīlauea Lodge Restaurant read more

Came here for dinner and was a bit overwhelmed by the cost which didn't necessarily match the ambiance of the restaurant itself. We opted for just a drink each and a slice of cake (yes - dessert for dinner!) and it STILL was $50 :( guess that is just the nature of vacation. Service was good - our waiter was very patient with us - and the Ube topped Mai Tai was unique and fun. Wish there was more on the menu and wish I didn't have to break my wallet to get something good. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Lodge like atmosphere with really friendly service[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] . . The wait for our dinner was really long . . Almost an hour . . The mushroom risotto was really tasty, the lamb was good but my FIL said the vegetables were really sweet . . Shrimp fettuccine was good according to my hubby, the fish was a little dry and the rib was really good with a Okinawan sweet potato . . The bread was really good! It would have been such a great experience if the dinner wait wasn't so long . . . read more

Beautiful restaurant. Very nice service. My rib eye steak was tender and delicious. Lamb chop exceptional, but drawback was $50 per head without drinks or salad so be prepared for a high tab for delicious food. Also, they have gluten free labeled items. read more

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The food was delicious but very overpriced. Service was great and it has a cute lodge feel. The coconut crusted Brie appetizer was a highlight, as well as the lamb chops and chicken fettuccine Alfredo. read more

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Great food and excellent service. Our favorite spot in Volcano. We always stop here either for lunch or dinner.

This place is great! I wish their dinner menu was bigger. That's my only complaint. Service is wonderful. Wine prices are great! Fish special is so good I get it every time. Go here if you want a simple delicious meal. I have not tried breakfast here yet only dinner read more

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Love this place. Always a good meal and great service. I recommend reservations, and if you get chilly like I do ask for a seat by the fire or back of the restaurant as they leave doors open often read more

If you want a good meal near Volcano National Park...go here not the crater rim restaurant. Excellent local service and charm. read more

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Went here for the first time today and we were really impressed! I got the Crab Cake Eggs Benedict with Cajun Hollandaise sauce. It was delicious!! The crab cakes were seasoned really well, the eggs were perfectly poached, and the hollandaise sauce was super flavorful Hubby got the Reuben sandwich on marble rye bread. That was super good as well! It had generous amounts of sliced corned beef and it had the right amount of thousand island dressing and sauerkraut (I just wish I took a picture of it). They also had really good options for the kiddos (e.g. Cheeseburger, Chicken tenders, Spaghetti, Buttered Noodles, Mac & Cheese, Grilled Cheese sandwich) so our kids had plenty of great options to choose from. We also received complimentary pumpkin bread with butter. It felt like it came freshly baked out of the oven. Perfectly warm, tender, and lots of yummy cinnamon flavor. The atmosphere was also great. The staff was super friendly despite it being really busy. And they had live music playing as well This has easily become one of my new favorite restaurants on the Big Island . We'll definitely be back read more

Kilauea Lodge Restaurant - Crab Cake Eggs Benedict with Cajun Hollandaise sauce - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Volcano, Hawaii

Good and service were great. We were quickly seated and had a great server. We would eat there again.

Good food but Terrible service. When the server messed up our order several times, instead of taking ownership of her multiple mistakes, she threw the kitchen under the bus time and time again . When we asked to speak with the manager, so that we can make them aware of this, she became passive aggressive and we never got to speak with anyone else. We all make mistakes but how she handled it made it so much worse. Food was tasty and I think they have a great chef and kitchen staff, but service was bad. You're only as good as your team. read more

Service here was outstanding. Our server was attentive and really nice. The food here was also very good, good french fries and I like their burger. We definitely come back here when we're in the area. read more

Good food for a national park lodge. Great view. We were able to get by a window both times we ate here. We eat after the lunch rush... Servers were nice & quick. read more

What a simply elegant dining experience in the middle of rural Hawaii. There is a long and inviting driveway to a very open and welcoming entrance. The interior is simple, yet has a country elegance to it. The staff was incredibly attentive (I never had my water glass topped so many times). We went there for dinner and the food was quite good but also fairly expensive (when we were there, our check included a "3% Restaurant Surcharge" beyond the menu pricing). We started with the Lodge House Salad, fairly straight-forward, see my pic. It was quite fresh and the vinaigrette was fairly good. Nothing beats a good steak at the end of a day of hiking. So we had the Grilled Ribeye. It was cooked to order and had some Hamakua mushrooms on it. It was seasoned well. Also nothing beats a baked potato, skin and all, with extra butter. (I was just replenishing the calories that I had burned earlier in the day hiking around the volcanoes.) I was a happy camper at the end of this meal. We also shared the Chicken Pillared. As you can see in my pic, the chicken breast had a great golden crust. The mild sauce enhanced the mild chicken. The sides were an interesting mix of flavors that was a good contrast to the chicken breast. We'd put this restaurant in rotation on our next visit. read more

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Horrible service and an extremely frustrating experience. I was turned down for alcoholic drinks because the staff assumed my ID was fake. I am traveling from Los Angeles, and not all IDs look the same. There was no scanner used, just assumptions made by the staff. To make matters worse, they kept my ID for a period of time before finally returning it, which was very uncomfortable and unprofessional due to the fact that that's my way home... The most frustrating part is that my ID is absolutely real--there was no valid reason to deny service or treat me with suspicion. This situation could have been handled much more professionally. Making assumptions without proper verification, especially when no scanner is available, is unacceptable. I would not recommend this place based on the poor judgment and service I received. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance of the dining room is pleasant with the fireplace and the forest around the restaurant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service wasn't exceptional but nice 15% gratuity not 20 or above. There was an elder lady named Doren who helped us out on a mistaken order. Food, I was not impressed with the food presentation for plates cost at $24 a plate, the food was just slapped on white plates. The brunch menu did not offer a lot of choices think sticking to the regular menu would be better. Not for local kine guests ‍ read more

Ambience is wonderful but the 2nd and last Sundays of the month have live music so if your with people hard of hearing maybe go Other days? Beautiful music by local artists and wonderful staff very catering. Awesome selection of food on the menu. Parking is simple and ample. Love, love the little store inside. Great souvenir shop or just local artists that sell things. Great gifts! Love that store!!! Great energy all around. read more

Kilauea Lodge Restaurant - We had a seat in-front of the fireplace . I ate all my brunch was delicious. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Volcano, Hawaii

We were drawn there by the cozy ambiance, having dinner by a fireplace (its hearth has relics in it that are fascinating) after hiking into the crater at Volcano Park. The garlic cheese bread with marinara is served in a hot cast iron skillet, and is absolutely delicious; the crispy brussel sprouts work magic in the mouth. The salad is simple but fresh with a light dressing that goes well with the other food. We shared the local catch, which was ono; the flavor was soft and pleasant. For drinks, we enjoyed the local red wine from Volcano; the flavor is unique so we suggest sampling it first if you're curious. If you want a little caffeine, go for their spiked coffee cocktail; it's a perfect drink to sip by the fire. Our waiter went above and beyond and was very attentive. This is a sweet dinner spot, with a touch of romance. Their is also a super cute gift shop attached. read more

Kilauea Lodge Restaurant - Eating by the fire - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Volcano, Hawaii

Quick Summary This is the spot in the Volcano area. The drinks were strong, tasty and generous. Ingredient quality of the food was solid, but my only complaint is that they overcook everything. Service was excellent. And really enjoyed stopping by the gift store in the restaurant Food- 4 stars We ordered the soup of the day (pumpkin). catch of the day, side salad, and the seafood risotto. Everything was good, not great. Ingredients tasted fresh, but they basically burned the catch of the day Service- 5 stars Our server was fantastic throughout. No complaints Drinks- 5 stars Really enjoyed the lilikoi cocktail here. Strong, delicious, and the bartender gave a double shot, which was nice Bottom Line The food is good but overcooked. Service and drinks were excellent. Plenty of parking available. Great spot to have dinner if you're in the Volcano area. I would recommend checking out the gift shop there too. Highly recommend booking a reservation to avoid a wait read more

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The first time we visited was 11 years ago, when we were on what turned out to be our babymoon. We visited during the Christmas holidays and the festivity (and quality of food) somehow made an impression on me. So this time when we were traveling around the new years with three little ones in tow, we decided to return given its more formal setting and clean ambience for family comfort. We figured we'd splurge a little and were willing to suffer a wait for the ambiance, but the menu looked much more affordable than we had expected given the touristy location, and there was no wait at 1pm. My lilikoi iced tea had the perfect blend of lilikoi and tea flavor without either being over powering. I loved the kids' lemonade as well. My fresh catch sandwich was juicy and flavorful. Hubs said he enjoyed his crab cake sandwich as well. The kids' menu was typical of kids menus, just the way my kids liked them. All in all, I highly recommend it to anyone stopping by the area wanting a lunch or dinner before or after a tour of the national park. I look forward to coming back next time! read more

Kilauea Lodge Restaurant - I might have had a bite of the fresh catch sandwich before remembering to take photo ... So good! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Volcano, Hawaii

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4.5 exceptional kitchen. They really know how to cook a chicken. Everyone was happy. Stay and eat.

The skinny: Great food and drinks with a homey friendly atmosphere. The Drinks: These drinks were yummy! The MaiTai was unique and delicious with a ube foam to top it off - gives the drink a slight creaminess that I loved. Would highly recommend this drink! The food: We came to Volcano with little expectations, we heard everything closed early and there were limited options. We were very pleasantly surprised and impressed by the food at Kilauea Lodge! The fresh catch was amazing - we had a red snapper with a cream sauce that was absolutely wonderful. The crispy skin and sauce really made the dish - not to mention the fish was perfectly cooked. Get the catch of the day if you can! We also had the lamb which was solid and kimchi app. Overall, happy with everything we ate & drink. read more

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Kilauea Lodge is a special place and I recommend you stop by at least once. I love the ferns but also just being at such a peaceful, quiet spot. Service is always welcoming, eggs benedict, crab cakes, local beef and lamb, kids menu, excellent drinks and one of the few places where you can get a nice salad w your burger instead of fries or onion rings. Mahalo for the complimtary pumpkin bread and butter. Papaya dressing was very good.it made me wish I had a little more. I didn't order but Ka'u coffee French press is also available. One last thing, if there is still lilikoi pie on the menu, by all means get it. It was amazing. read more

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So - this was a former YMCA? It is crazy to see its evolution! We popped in pre-e-bike ride for some food. We saw staff all over outside, so we knew we were walking into "not just a restaurant" - but it was really a nice find! We were definitely a "late breakfast" order (at the last minute for their kitchen) but they nailed it. I recommend the sausage, for real. It is delicious. The loco Moco was okay - my first experience of tasting it in still chasing, it wasn't seasoned enough "for my liking" but by no means was it bad! And that egg was cooked to perfection. Our server was fast with us - it was only us and one other table at the time we arrived/left, and she never left us feeling unattended. But the people behind us - staying there, clearly made me feel and for the staff because they were less than appreciative of everything around them, being very bitter with their words. This is a pleasant location, with a great view by the window, good food, and worth a stop if you're in the area! read more

Kilauea Lodge Restaurant - Peruvian sausage 10/2023 - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Volcano, Hawaii

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