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    The surf and turf. Magic on a plate x2!
    Tyler H.

    Our Kona vacation group were pretty unanimous in deeming Forc as the best meal we had on the island, and that's saying something, because we found a series of winners on this trip. We were able to reserve a table at Forc with just one day's notice. Overall, our group really enjoyed discovering the Waimea area in general, which offered a very nice break from the Waikoloa tourist resort scene. Bear in mind the climb in altitude from the coast can make a difference in temperature, so maybe bring your light coat if you have one. We were promptly seated upon arrival in a comfortable dining area, and service remained consistent throughout our experience. For ordering, I went with the Surf and Turf entree, which combined their version of a Miso Butterfish along with a Korean Shortrib. I have to say that it was not easy to pick from a menu list that really had such interesting and tempting options. For my order, I was pleased to find that each sub-entree came with a bed of its own starch and veggie presentation, which I thought was really impressive. The Miso Butterfish (similar to Black Cod Kasuzuke) was delicate and flavorful, with my only (minor) regret being that it only made up half of the Surf and Turf combination. That said, the Shortrib was no slouch, and on any other night would have made a highly recommended choice on its own. We ordered a bottle of wine for the table, and the pairing of a very reasonably priced Daou Cabernet Sauvignon out of Paso Robles off their wine list, was the perfect *chef's kiss* combination. I almost never post photos on Yelp, but I did for this meal, so take a look! Overall, pricing for the quality/quantity was very in line, and I'd return in a heartbeat. The Miso Butterfish is a "can't miss" if it sounds good to you.

    Moi
    Twinkle S.

    Forc provides a great dining experience. The ambiance, food and service were all top notch. There were so many things on the menu that looked delicious. I settled on the whole moi and it was incredible!! We will definitely be back.

    Big Island Lamb with King Mushrooms
    Rob B.

    Getting hospitality right can be hard, especially on holidays. Any restaurant that can" hit it out of the park" on NYE deserves 6 stars. Every thing about our visit was perfect. The lamb was amazing and all the portions here are beyond generous. Every member of the staff were delightful. We will be back soon!

    Grilled hamachi melts in the mouth
    Patricia H.

    The ambiance was amazing. The waithelp and assistant was so attentive and of course the food was brilliant

    FOR custom Mai Tai.  Fresh flowers on the table, and a small stemless flute of prosecco.  Great start to our evening.
    Bruce H.

    Chef Hess and his team has created a masterpiece. Fine dining, super local/super seasonal high quality food with a super relaxed atmosphere and amazing service. The diversity of the menu is wonderful given the small town feel. This place punches above its weight. And they have a fun and affordable bar menu. Dinner tonight for two with mains and drinks was around $85. Every bit as good as Manta, Browns, or Canoe House food wise at least than half the price. And a true small town Hawaiian vibe. This is now our favorite place on Big Island.

    Espresso martini
    Jennifer L.

    I only tried the drinks at this restaurant. But I like the ambience and the bartender was awesome. I'd like to go back to try their food. I'm sure it's amazing. But their cocktails are phenomenal. My sister got to come all a ranch water, which was very refreshing and light. I tried two different drinks, which was a li hing mui lemon spritz and an espresso martini. I love the saltines from the Li hing mui and the carbonation from the spritz. I ended with the espresso martini which was very strong and not so sweet. It was delicious and different. Great place to go for drinks!

    Charlie White ..

    Food was delicious!! We had the Moi with garlic fried rice!! Also the House Salad was awesome!! House made Portuguese Sweet bread just melted in your mouth!!

    October 4-6 2025  Hopefully more pop ups to come!!
    Roseann E.

    First time coming to FORC and was very appreciative of Chef Allen Hess sharing his space to support Jillan Caribbean Pop Up. The restaurant is clean and staff is very friendly. The small touches make a huge difference. I can't wait to go back again.

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    We had a great experience at A-Bay's Island Grill, and a big part of that was Sadie. She was…read moreawesome! Sadie was bartending while also taking care of the entire floor, helping customers, waiting on tables, giving food and drink recommendations, and somehow keeping everything moving smoothly. She even invited us back for Karaoke Night! We've worked in the service industry ourselves, and honestly, Sadie was more efficient and attentive than what we've experienced at many larger restaurants and hotels in Kona with much bigger staffs. She handled everything with a genuine Aloha spirit, a great attitude, and a smile. She is a tremendous asset to the restaurant. If I were the owner, I'd be looking at giving her a raise and putting her in a leadership or management role. She clearly has the ability to increase efficiency and bring out the best in a team. Highly recommend stopping by A-Bay's Island Grill. And if you get the chance, make sure you meet Sadie. She's one of those people who makes you want to come back!

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    The cool Bar area

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    You don't really come to Lava Lava Beach Club for the food--you come for the vibes! The beachfront…read moresetting, photo opportunities, live music, and gorgeous sunset make the whole experience worth it. I made a reservation around sunset, and it ended up being such a fun and unique evening. They even had games for the kids, which was a huge plus for our family, and there's a cute little shop where you can pick up a few things. The food? Meh. Pina Colada was good. I'll post pictures, but honestly, nothing was memorable enough to really discuss. Service was fine. Come for the sunset, music, beach, and atmosphere. That's where this place really shines!

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    We had an excellent experience at Seafood Bar & Grill in Kamuela, and Casey made our anniversary…read moredinner especially enjoyable. She brought great energy and was professional, friendly, engaging, and genuinely enjoyable to talk with. My wife ordered the baked oysters without realizing they weren't smoked and did not like the dish (I loved it). Casey graciously removed them from our bill, which we truly appreciated. Even without that kind gesture, her service was exceptional. I ordered the black bean seafood combo, and my wife had the red Thai seafood curry. Both dishes were extremely flavorful and delicious. We highly recommend this restaurant, and be sure to ask for Casey!

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