This was one of our tastiest stops on the big island. We loved our food. The hula burger with the…read morejalapeño cheese was so good. Thin slices of jalapeños. It was a wonderful suggestion from Tami who took care of us. Also notable items were the tsunami fries and the coco loco drink. Our kids also loved the dole whips and they were a perfect size for them. We came to this small burger shop after a day at the beach. We have littles and they were tired and hungry. Tami was so kind to our family and so patient. It was a welcoming and friendly lunch. Mahalo from our family!

It's pricey for a small portion of food. They add a service charge as well as prompt for tip, so…read morebeware. The food was tasty, hot, and fresh. The fish was good quality. It's cozy, quaint, and cute inside but no air conditioning. Tammy was very nice and accommodating, so service was nice. But again, the portions were so small. They felt like kids' meals but paying adult-size prices. It was nice to try, but I won't be coming back.

Exceptional burgers and sides. Fast, fresh and a great vibe overall. Highly recommend.read more

All I can say is wow! I'm not kidding when I tell you this is the best burger I've ever had!…read more We heard about this burger spot from some people at our hotel and after a week of eating Hawaiian food, we decided to switch it up. When we walked in, it was very lively, with a singer and guitarist, and most tables were full! We decided to split a double cheeseburger with onion rings along with a side of fries. The burger was SO good, it was thin but also filling at the same time. The onion rings were super tasty and the fries were also very good! Overall great experience. Please bring a smash daddy's to Arizona!!!

Great selection of beer, food is great and service moved quickly. Patio seating or inside, tvs for…read moreentertainment.

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.

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!

Food is very pleasant! The garlic scallops were huge. I never had scallops in poke before, so this…read morewas a pleasant welcome to that. The sunrise poke was also top notch. The seaweed salad was solid. I would say the rice was a bit on the dryer side, but the sauces of the fish balanced it out. The shop is inside the market, a little tucked away. Mahalo!

Solid poke spot, very tasty and quality fish for sure! When I went the service of checking out and…read moreplacing people's orders was slow, it must have been the day but many people were standing in line waiting for one persons order to go through. Other than that it was good value and portions!

Pro Tip: Enjoy a Luxury Resort Without Staying There…read more Here's a little Big Island travel hack... You don't have to be a guest at the five-star Mauna Lani, Auberge Resorts Collection to soak up its incredible atmosphere. Simply tell the valet you're dining at Surf Shack, enjoy a bite, a drink--or both--and they'll validate your parking. The complimentary valet alone feels like a win. The resort is consistently recognized as one of the Big Island's premier luxury destinations. Once you've eaten, take your time exploring the property. Stroll the beautifully landscaped grounds, relax in the open-air lounges, wander the shoreline, watch the waves roll in, browse the upscale shops, and enjoy one of the most peaceful resort settings on the Kohala Coast. The ambiance is worth the visit all by itself. As for Surf Shack, the setting is fantastic. The food? Good, but definitely priced with a luxury resort zip code. We enjoyed our meal, but you'll likely pay a premium for what you order. So here's the hack: Pay for lunch... get the resort experience for free. Between the validated valet parking, stunning grounds, oceanfront setting, and laid-back luxury vibe, it's one of the best values on the Big Island if you know the secret. Just don't tell too many people.

Phenomenal! We had the roast chicken, skirt steak, and shrimp scampi ... wow! Everything was…read morefantastic! Best meal we have had in all of Hawaii during our trip. You MUST try this place!

Our experience was great! We were just passing through and a place we had wanted to go to was…read moreclosed so we stopped here. Beautiful view of the ocean, wait staff was friendly, food was really good. My daughter got some of the best wood fired pizza we've ever had! My husband loved his fish tacos so much. Drinks were wonderful. All around great experience!

Solid food. Great service and views…read more I like the poke, tacos, and ceviche. Very fresh and flavorful. Drinks are yummy too.

I've been to Lava Lava many times and never written a review, maybe starting in 2006-ish with my…read morefirst visit to the HI. I've never reviewed because while the setting is PERFECT, the food was "fine." Now? They have REALLY stepped up the food. This was our last dinner and I was stuffed to my eyeballs with good food, because Hawaii. So I tried to go light, just ("just" lol) soup and poke nachos. Son and husband split a steak because no one was that hungry (hot out, and so much good food already). First the soup was GREAT. Super chunky with good seafood. Poke nachos were correctly put together (IMO) with wonton chips (not tortilla chips!!) and great seasoning and toppings. Steak was great. Garlic bread was great. I was excited about the location, now I'm into the food too. Only had non-alcoholic drinks, but those were also very good! 5 stars, no notes.

Service was great, and the novelty of eating by the water on sand was a good experience. The food…read moreis expensive for average quality, and the drink was weak. It's worth eating at one time if you are nearby, but not worth the trek.

We went for dinner. We had reservations, so we were seated immediately. We were not having drinks…read moreso straight away ordered burger to share. Service was good and quick. Burger was ok, nothing extra ordinary. Ambience is good and I think they have good drinks on menu. Will revisit sometime.

The tables were sticky, picked the menu up and the words stuck to the table. The service was non…read moreexistent. Would have ordered more drinks, but our server was in the back with the kitchen staff. Our food came out before the appetizer, made it halfway to our table and was taken back to the kitchen to sit and get cold. Asked the person to bring our food back as we did not want to eat cold food. The beverages were great the best part of the meal. The corn ribs were horrible and should be taken off the menu, worst appetizer I've ever had. The loco moco with beef short ribs were good. The pork na his tasted Goff as well, although a bit on the cool side, definitely not

What a great place! We went to the bar one night, just to get out of the house after the hurricane…read moreand had a wonderful time. Great cocktails, the bartender was friendly and attentive and we even had some pizza (which was fabulous!). The next night, we went back for dinner and again, the hostess and wait staff were amazing! The food was delicious too! Our favorite dish was the Tako. Wow! We will definitely dine here again when we return to Waikoloa!

This is an open restaurant/bar, meaning it is covered but not completely enclosed (no windows)…read more You'll need to make reservations if you're not staying on this hotel property, but it's worth a visit because if you're here on a clear night (no rain & storm), you can walk out to the edge of the property and see manta rays when there are tours going on, usually around 7pm and 9pm. Anyway, food was actually pretty good. The tako (octopus legs) were amazing. Service was ok, could have been more attentive.