Great service and decent selection in the breakfast buffet. Skip the pancakes and enjoy the French…read moretoast when they have them. You may find a kid or two using their hands to serve themselves versus using the tongs. There's a kid's breakfast menu for up to 12 years old.

This was our daily breakfast spot while at the Westin Hapuna Beach resort. Lots of food choices and…read moreyes, comes with a price tag as decribed by other yelpers. Wasn't crowded during out vacation so we don't have any issues about long lines or not being attended to. Would love to try all the fool lol but I enjoyed the omelet and waffle bar the best. Just be watchful of those little birds....comes with the view!

It's been several years since we last dined at Manta and heard the Mauna Kea resort had been…read morerecently remodeled so we stopped by for dinner to check it out. Valet is free if you're dining at their resort, just let them know. We checked in about an hour before sunset and were seated at a table along the edge with a breathtaking view of the ocean. The sun was a bit glaring initially but as it began to set the trees to the west provided shade. The table bread loaf was served with black sea salt sprinkled whipped butter. The old fashioned I had was very well-made! For appetizers, we went with their fried Brussels sprouts and island tomato soup. The generous portion of sprouts were prepared with fennel, white balsamic, and li hing powder. I wish I had a grilled cheese sandwich to go with the delicious tomato soup! For the mains, the seared wild caught Hawaiian ahi was excellent! I ordered this the last time I dined here too. The ahi was cubed and seared medium rare. It was served with baby bok choy and a side of ube puree. The Cedar Creek prime ribeye was a big slab of beef! Although the steak was quite flavorful, for "prime" I expected the fat to be a bit more marbled. Instead we were cutting out big chunks of fat. For the last main we decided on the kabocha ravioli which came with 6 pieces. The sauce was amazing! I'm always a fan of mashed potatoes when I see it offered as a side. They call it called "potato puree" here. This complemented the sauces in our mains perfectly! The one disappointment was the creamed corn. The kernels were tough and the flavor was off. For dessert, the Manta chocolate souffle was excellent!! It was served with a side of Kona coffee ice cream. The service was attentive, friendly, and welcoming! Will definitely be back the next time we visit the Big Island!

This is my second time at Manta in less than 2 years. I usually don't repeat restaurants during my…read moretravels but this place is so good it brought me back. The restaurant is located inside the Mauna Kea Resort and just above the beautiful Mauna Kea Beach. They have a nearby location where you can see Manta Rays at night. The service is always very good at this restaurant and the food is amazing. During my last trip I got many fish dishes in Hawaii and they didn't exactly impress me so this trip I am going for other proteins. I got the bone in New York Strip and my wife got the dried aged pork chop. Our server recommended the pork chop to be cook medium and I already knew it'll be pretty good. My ribeye was very good. It was perfectly cooked to medium rare and it comes with a side of purple sweet mashed potato. However, my wife's pork chop was the most impressive dish. It was tender, sweet, and savory. I had some of her pork chop and I wish I ordered one too. I stripped that pork chop bone clean. The dessert was pretty good but I do wish there were other options. We ordered the Soufflé and the Chocolate Mille-Feuille. The Soufflé was very good but the Chocolate Mille-Feuille was just ok. Our server did recommended us to get the Bombe Alaska but I already tried it during my last trip. After dinner we all went to the cliff to watch the Manta Rays. The kids especially enjoyed this activity. I am not sure when I'll return to the Big Island but if I do, I'll probably be visiting Manta again.

The vibe is so relaxing. Beef shortrib loco moco is also very delicious. The gravy is not too heavy…read moreand the egg is perfect. Kids waffle is only 10bucks and is made heartily. Whenever we are back to Kona, we go to this place for a proper meal.

The food here is excellent! I had dinner 3 times at HāLani during my stay. The service is also top…read morenotch. I tried the following: Ahi carpaccio: 5/5 I can't stop thinking about this carpaccio, it is so good! The eggplant and pine nuts add a beautiful touch. This is a must order. Wagyu skirt steak: 5/5 perfectly cooked and seasoned. I'd highly recommend this dish. The potatoes that come with are also solid. Grilled broccolini: 5/5 no notes, delicious Mediterranean orzo: 5/5 great flavor and perfectly cooked. All beef hot dog (Keiki menu): 5/5 Great hotdog! The bread is lightly sweet which comp This was my favorite restaurant on property!

We rarely make it to Kawaihae as we live in Kona but I highly recommend this cute little restaurant…read moreif you're in the area to visit! Mainly Italian but have some Peruvian dish also on the menu. NOT cheap but they make everything from scratch and all the dishes were presented beautifully and tasty!! They are only open for breakfast and lunch except Saturday night dinner. We got lucky to get seated but recommend making reservations for lunch. We had a Caesar salad to start with and had a pork belly sandwich and Italian meat ball sandwich. The pork belly sandwich was delicious!!

Cipriano's Kitchen - Kawaihae's Italian Treasure…read more Cipriano's Kitchen is one of those rare restaurants that keeps you thinking about your meal long after you've left. Chef Gino is generous with both his talent and his portions. Every dish showcases fresh ingredients, expert preparation, and a genuine love of Italian cooking. The menu is seafood-forward, featuring fresh local catches, handmade pasta, and flavors that are both authentic and creative. This family-run restaurant is made even more special by Claudia, Chef Gino's wife and culinary partner. Claudia bakes fresh focaccia daily and prepares the restaurant's gnocchi and pasta from scratch. As hostess, she warmly welcomes every guest and effortlessly serves as the restaurant's "walking menu," describing each dish with passion and detail. The presentation is stunning. Lobster, octopus, shrimp, clams, scallops, and house-made pasta arrive beautifully plated and bursting with flavor. The fresh focaccia alone is worth the visit. Every meal feels thoughtfully prepared, from the first bite to the last. What keeps me coming back is that the food is genuinely craveable. I find myself dining here every couple of weeks for lunch, and more often than not, I leave with a takeout order for dinner because I know I'll be thinking about it later. Cipriano's Kitchen isn't just serving Italian food--it's creating an experience centered around family, hospitality, and exceptional cooking. Kawaihae is fortunate to have this gem, and anyone who appreciates fresh seafood, handmade pasta, and heartfelt hospitality should make it a destination. A true Big Island favorite. "Come hungry. Leave happy. Plan your next visit before you've even finished your meal."

So we went in for breakfast just as they got slammed with 20 walk-ups. Brandon and Frenchie…read moresurvived the onslaught with aplumb and delivered tasty, wonderful meals for us all. Try the french toast, the breakfast sandwich or eggs benedict. The wait is woth it and if you have conversations going it is quick enough to be just under an hour

We ordered the Sweet Bread French Toast with strawberry compote and the Mauka & Makai Benedict. The…read moreFrench toast was enjoyable, though fairly typical, while the Benedict was the standout dish, especially the grilled filet medallion lobster, which added a unique touch and great flavor. Beyond the food, the view created a pleasant ambiance and made for an enjoyable dining setting. Unfortunately, the experience was overshadowed by a cleanliness issue when our coffee was served. Both cups had visible lipstick marks on the rims. Although the staff promptly replaced them, it was an unpleasant first impression and raised concerns about attention to detail in dishwashing and quality control. Clean tableware is a basic expectation, so this was disappointing to encounter. Overall, we appreciated the food, the beautiful setting, and the staff's response, but the cleanliness issue significantly detracted from the experience.

Fantastic malasadas, best on the island. Hot and fresh every time. Look for the food trucks!read more

A friend of mine who lives on the BI strongly recommended this malasada spot as she knows and…read moreunderstands my previous disappointment with two other malasada places on the BI, as well as the standard I'm used to from a particular spot on Oʻahu. She assured me these were made to order and, most importantly, not biscuits pretending to be malasadas. So far, we are winning! The location was easy to find, and on a Wednesday morning the line was minimal -- small kine wait. I ordered a dozen to share with our friends from Kentucky who had NEVER had a malasada before, so I was excited to introduce them to this deliciousness. First impression: these malasadas are HUGE. Like baseball-sized huge. And true to what I was told, they were made to order and came out piping hot! We ordered cinnamon and powdered sugar, which was new for me since I'm used to malasadas coated in granulated sugar. They were so hot that the powdered sugar immediately started melting into them. First bite? Not bad. Definitely NOT the biscuit like texture I experienced at another BI spot, so that was already a win. But they still didn't quite have that soft, pillowy texture I was hoping for. That being said, these were easily better than the other two malasada places we tried on the BI in the past. Our Kentucky friends, however, had absolutely no complaints. I'm pretty sure there were some squeals and happy dancing happening, so their first malasada experience was clearly a success. If you've never had a malasada before, this is definitely a good place to start. They're huge, made to order, served piping hot, and most importantly, not biscuit dense. Of the malasadas I've tried on the BI, these have definitely been the best. Oʻahu still holds my malasada heart, though. IYKYK.

Stop here for some great service and drinks. I tried out the Kona location and now trying out the…read moreWaikoloa Village one. Love them both. Lots of outdoor seating. I arrived before they were closing and they were kind enough to make my drinks! Tried there Iced Ube Latte. Super yummy. Thank you.

Located in Waikaloa Village! Ample parking and great seating indoor and outdoor. Keep in mind how…read morewindy it can be though. I got the coffee latte and hubby got a matcha latte. He really liked the matcha and I enjoyed the coffee. I thought the ube flavor was good - not overly sweet. I did think the flavor doesn't last long in the coffee. The food for me was a surprise. The sandwich was great. Hubby had a weird experience of receiving an incorrect sandwich twice before getting his ahi one. Service was kind regardless.

I'm writing this review from Piko Coffee + Bar…read more.. It's a beautiful place to hang for a coffee, snack, or cocktail when staying at the Westin Hapuna! It also happened to be where we hung out and ate pizza and had drinks during the latest tsunami warning! Luckily, we were safe there and there wasn't any damage. Piko offers a different menu based on time of day, plenty of grab and go options all day long and there is also a filtered water station available. Service is fast casual and friendly. We've only been at this hotel for 48 hours and I've been here on three occasions so far and have a feeling I'll be here plenty more during our stay.

Love this center coffee by day and cocktail bar by night spot. We stopped here every day. It's…read morelocated across from their convenience snack stop so you can grab a snack from there and enjoy with a beverage. They do have a pizza offering at night. Basic for a quick bite. The views are just amazing. Day and night. Sparkling wine is better priced at $9 or $11? while an aperol spritz was $19. Stick with the basics and the bill won't be that bad. Or get a fancier cocktail that's more worth the buck. They have music every night and that was the cherry on top. Relaxing island vibes. Pianist to Guitarist to mesmerizing singing. The staff was very nice so how could you go wrong? I would come here even if I weren't staying.

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

We came here for dinner on a Saturday night. We had a reservation because we had a party of 6 but…read moreyou probably could have walked in if you were 2 or 4. The service was very friendly and cautiously recommended the Sinaloa Chicken for spice lovers. I went with it and I was VERY happy!!

Only breakfast buffet at Waikoloa... located by the conference center. If you made it to Palace…read moretower or Ocean Tower you went too far There's the option of the buffet with waffle makers n omelet station. So much to choose from. Or the ala cart menu - I had the loc of bagels. So much salmon. Nice scenery over looking the lagoon. Friendly service. No kamaaina discounts

Food was excellent and good size portions. My husband and I got the Big Island plate and could…read morebarely finish. The service was also great and will definitely be back. The price was good comparing what we got and to other restaurants we went to that charged more..