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KONA COAST. This local favorite is almost always packed, a testament to its fantastic American comfort food, which sparkles with Hawaiian touches. The catch of the day is always a sure bet, and you don't want to miss the salad of mixed local greens topped with coconut shrimp. The restaurant also does something magical to mashed potatoes – you may find yourself actually swooning. A drive-through window lets you grab lunch on the run, and service is friendly and family-oriented. Plus, the total bill won't empty your wallet.
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KAMUELA. Specializing in gourmet Continental fare that ranges from wiener schnitzel and New Zealand rack of lamb to roast duck braised in orange sauce, Edelweiss has been a Big Island favorite since the late 1980s. The upscale but unpretentious setting features Bavarian-inspired decor – and, yes, that is a working fireplace.
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KONA COAST. A familiar favorite, Hard Rock Cafe has locations all over the globe. Highlights of the Kona restaurant include a signed Gene Simmons Axe bass guitar, the pants Gwen Stefani wore in No Doubt's "Don't Speak" video, a promotional poster for the March 1, 1969 Doors concert in Miami, and a suede jacket worn by Black Sabbath's Tony Iommi during the band's 1974 tour. The bar scene is pretty lively, so you may find yourself with a memorable cocktail in hand – a fruity Riders on the Storm, minty Howling Wolf, or Lovely Rita margarita. When you're hungry, burgers, sandwiches, and salads are always reliable.
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Harrington's
135 Kalanianaole Hwy, Hilo, HI 96720 · 808-961-4966
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HILO. This Hilo eatery has enchanted more than a few couples enjoying a romantic dinner for two. Open-air seating and seductive views of Reeds Pond add to the restaurant's charm. House specialties include American and Continental standards, including duck confit, a peppercorn-seasoned New York strip, and perfectly-prepared prime rib. Fresh-caught fish and seafood like calamari meunière serve as delicious alternatives.
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KOHALA COAST. Ranked by a variety of local publications as the Big Island's top seafood restaurant, Harbor Grill sports a quintessential Hawaiian look and feel, from its upstairs tiki-style cocktail lounge to its authentic Hawaiian music. The place serves divine steamed clams and West Coast oysters (a dozen of either is always a winner), along with a versatile menu that covers the gamut, boasting pizzas, ribs, steaks, and burgers.
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VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK. Whetting appetites in the Big Island's "warm" Volcano community, Kilauea has garnered quite a reputation with locals and tourists alike. The cozy, lodge-like setting seems to step right out of the pages of a Western adventure novel – stone fireplace, vaulted wood-beamed ceiling, koa wood furniture, and rustic hardwood floors. The menu sports a Continental theme, and featured dishes range from duck à l'orange to lamb Provençal with papaya mint sauce to Parker Ranch prime rib au jus with whipped horseradish.
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The Grill
1 N Kaniku Dr, Fairmont Orchid at Mauna Lani, Kohala Coast, HI 96743 · 808-885-2000
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KOHALA COAST. Attractive, upscale, romantic – there's no limit to the praise patrons heap on this Kohala legend, which fancies itself the Big Island's only "serious" steakhouse. The setting does, in fact, recollect a certain dinner club charm, thanks to a vaulted ceiling, elaborate chandeliers, dark koa wood accents and trim, and comfortably arranged tables. Thrown-open French doors add an island touch. Steaks, dry-aged and expertly flavored with Hawaiian sea salt and roasted garlic, are nothing short of sublime, and daily seafood specials serve as nice alternatives. Live entertainment nightly.
Looking for a restaurant? We've explored the options, checked with critics, and pounded the pavement to offer only the best. Recommendations come complete with contact information and a brief description highlighting the important features of the restaurant. Fit our choices to your mood, or let us guide your tastes. You'll likely find a few places that not even locals know about.
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