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.

There's something to be said about fresh, locally sourced food prepared in lively flavorful ways…read more We enjoyed the generous salad, multiple appetizers, and local meat and fish. Paula, our server was ultra helpful. We've been coming to this location since it was a diner, and the beautiful wood and glass room has only improved since being reinvented as FORC. Happy to keep coming during our frequent visits to the big island.

Forc was a solid dinner pick for a casual meal. We shared the sashimi appetizer and it tasted very…read morefresh. I ordered the miso butterfish, which was light and buttery, and it came with asparagus (subbed in since the kombucha squash wasn't available). For dessert we shared a crème brûlée to round things out. Big shoutout to the staff, who were genuinely kind and welcoming to our group, including our toddler. We came right at 5pm to be less disruptive, and it ended up being a great move. Overall, a dependable spot with good food and warm service.

If you're looking for a fast, no nonsense meal while on vacation, this dish and chips spot hits the…read morespot! The service is quick, the ambiance is pleasant by the water, and the top tower area is a nice spot to overlook kings land. 2 item calamari and fish with fries: it's exactly what you think it tastes like. No frills, just business here!

This small food shack is in the back of the mall next to a beautiful pond. There is a great…read moreoutdoor eating area near the water. The service was ok but this is a very informal place. So it felt like auntie was cooking for me. The fish n chips were freshly made and perfectly crispy. They gave three pieces of tasty mahi mahi and fries. Portion was good for $17.99. Sitting in the outdoor area near the lake is nice.

Had s fabulous time here . A bit on the pricier side compared to other restaurants in the area but…read moresuch a good meal with unique flavors and a beautiful view . The Tahitian crudo was great, shrimp ceviche was my favorite- I wish it was a bigger portion but it's very light , refreshing, citrusy, and came with casava chips . Definitely would get the ceviche double New York strip was cooked great, we asked for medium rare but came out more on the medium side, still a spectrum lol, still super yummy . The duck fat potatoes are great and the broccolini was my favorite side . Chocolate decadence was a super heavy thick cake and wasn't too sweet, just super chocolatey as you'd expect. Definitely recommend coming here if you can't find a nice spot out in Waikoloa

The views alone for this spot are 5-Star quality. Add in the food and drinks and it's a perfect…read morecombination for a great dinner. Unfortunately I didn't get many pictures of the food. I was too busy getting photos of the view and eating. But luckily, the view is incredible. We had a really great time here. I went with the NY Strip and my wife had the scallops. Both were incredible and the steak was not only cooked perfectly but had a good seasoning to it. It was great! The area around the restaurant is great too. The resort has so many things to do/see. We were able to park and walk around before dinner reservation. Since we didn't stay at the Hilton, we didn't venture too much but they had a dolphin experience there that we wanted to take note of for next time we visit. This was such a cool experience and we would definitely come back again.

We dined here 3x during our stay, and the food and beverage were great! Rey & Mahealani…read moreconsistently provided amazing service and were very welcoming.

We ate at Harvest 19 Kitchen + Bar twice during our stay. The restaurant is convenient, the service…read morewas pleasant, and there were some good elements, but unfortunately the food was disappointing both times. The first night I had the shrimp and noodles. The shrimp was really fresh and the noodles themselves were good, but once I got to the bottom of the bowl, there were literally about 3 tablespoons of oil sitting there. My husband's seared fish was cooked well, but overall pretty bland and unseasoned. We gave it another try on our last night. My tomato bisque was far too salty, and my husband's catch of the day with green Thai curry came with almost no sauce. The sweet potato was good, but the carrots were hard as a rock and the mushrooms were undercooked. We don't usually leave negative reviews, and maybe we caught the kitchen on 2 off nights, but for the price and the suggested 20-22% gratuity, we expected better. If you're staying at the resort, we'd recommend venturing out for dinner. We honestly had better food from Island Gourmet Markets at Queens' Marketplace.

Celebrated a milestone anniversary here a few nights ago at Brown's Beach House at the Fairmont…read moreOrchid with my husband and two kids while staying in Waikoloa (at another resort, shhhhh!). It was EXCELLENT all around! I would give it more than 5 stars if I could! We were seated near the edge because we had made a reservation to time with the sunset. The ambiance was perfect, especially with the live music. Our servers, Cyrus and Rhey, were top notch! They really went out of their way to make sure we were well taken care of. We were served complimentary ube dinner rolls which were unusual and so ono (Hawaiian for delicious!). The onion/honey butter was the perfect accompaniment spread for the rolls. Rhey even got us a copy of the recipe since we couldn't stop raving about the rolls! My husband and son had the filet mignon and really enjoyed it. My daughter had the mahi mahi and ate every bite - which is saying a lot for my picky eater! I had the rib eye which was definitely a splurge but oh-so-worth-it. It was fun to have the blow torch melt the herbed butter! We also added a couple of sides: lobster fried rice (yum!) and broccolini (also good but not super special - however it was good to get some greens!). Our food was served and then it was time for the sunset so we ran to get pictures and our servers readily accommodated our requests to take our photos. I wish I had requested the food to be served AFTER the sunset but didn't think about it at the time. Fortunately everything was still delicious even if it wasn't piping hot by the time we sat down to finish it. After the amazing meal, we were treated to a complimentary "secret menu" item - a mud pie for dessert! We thought we were too full for dessert so declined ordering something off the menu, but somehow we all made room for this free mud pie! Yum! Highly recommend this restaurant for a special occasion. They validate parking so don't forget to bring in your ticket to save $12! Although next time I might even consider staying at the hotel (Fairmont Orchid in Waikoloa on the Big Island) - it looked so elegant!

We really wanted to have a great experience at Brown's Beach House. We stay at Fairmont properties…read morewhenever we can, so we had high expectations for a restaurant at the Fairmont Orchid. Unfortunately, the experience felt a little short of what we normally expect from a Fairmont. There were definitely some highlights. The warm ube dinner rolls with butter and local honey were delicious. The octopus was also really good, although we wished there was more of it. The scallops were cooked and beautifully charred, but unfortunately were a little too salty. The Poisson Cru was where we were most disappointed. Being part Tahitian and having spent time in Tahiti, Mo'orea, and Bora Bora, we know what Poisson Cru should taste like. This version was far too cooked and was missing the bright citrus and fresh flavor that makes the dish so special. The addition of sweet potato chips also felt unnecessary and distracted from the dish. The Mahi Mahi was another disappointment. It was overcooked and, especially at this price point of $75, just felt mediocre. We were honestly surprised because this is a dish that should be a standout at a restaurant in Hawai'i. Our server, Bruce, was friendly and pleasant. While there were some opportunities for a higher level of service, we also understand that service can vary from night to night. One of the highlights of the evening was Rommel, who was helping with water and bussing. He was very attentive, efficient, and genuinely showed Aloha. He noticed the little things, checked on us regularly, and even brought us extra ube rolls to take home. We appreciated the extra effort and ended up tipping him separately. He was a great part of our experience. The ambiance is quiet and beautiful, which can be nice for a relaxed dinner, although the music felt a little too slow and subdued for us. We also had an unusual issue with the landscaping. Many small palm fronds kept falling onto our table and into our food, and there were quite a few little bugs flying around our faces and food throughout dinner. Not exactly what you expect from a high-end beachfront dining experience. We also learned that the restaurant stopped offering the Kamaʻāina discount about three months ago. Bruce did offer to comp the Poisson Cru, which we appreciated and thought was a nice gesture. Overall, Brown's Beach House has a beautiful setting and some genuinely good elements, but the food and overall experience did not quite hit the level we expected from a Fairmont property. We would come back for the sunset and the setting, and hopefully have a stronger dining experience next time. And if you're there, say hello to Rommel. He brought some genuine Aloha to our evening, and that stood out.

Went there a couple months ago food was amazing had the fish tacos man they were good! Service was…read morequick and the bartender Lyn made sure I had the best experience, super attentive friendly and all around on point! Will be coming back here for sure and looking forward to those ice cold goblets mugs full of bear!!!

As a tourist, I heard so much praise about the top tier ono food and aloha spirit at Johnny's! Both…read moreof my experiences lived up to the 5 star reputation! First, we had a to go order for cheesesteaks that hit the spot after a long travel day. Super tender meat & flavors. The next day, we wanted Johnny's again and made time to eat in. OMG the breakfast portions were the perfect way to start the day of adventuring the island. Umami-fulled loco moco made me so happy while my husband raved about the crispy hash browns and made to order scramble. For the ambiance, the weather was perfect on the patio and it's cool to watch the golfers get ready for their rounds. Fun and kind employees, especially the wait staff, kitchen crew (hi to the talented chefs), and management. Can't wait for my next trip back to the Big Island and Johnny's!

A hidden gem in the heart of Waikoloa…read more We decided to try this place, on the recommendation of our Uber driver and it was worth it. It's only a few minutes walk from the Hilton Grand vacations club. The servers were super friendly and helpful. We ordered their burger and some wings. The food was pretty good. And the cost was very reasonable for Hawaii. Overall, it has a sports bar beach vibe with several TVs playing the current game. I'd recommend you should try it, if you're staying nearby.

Three stars because they have no draft beer, despite the name…read more Food is good and portions are sizeable (fish n chips, fish sandwich, poke). Fries are a delight. Pizza is mediocre. Friendly staff!