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'ULU

4.2 (416 reviews)
Ultra High-EndSushi Bars, Seafood, Hawaiian
Closed • 5:30 pm - 10:00 PM

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The view from the tables
Scott T.

Having had some disappointing - and very expensive - meals at Big Island resorts where the view was better than the food, we had our expectations in check when deciding to celebrating a special occasion at the Four Seasons. What a surprise. From the moment we tasted the Hualalai oysters - our server, Doug, explained in detail the incredible two year process of raising them - we were stunned. These were the best oysters I have ever had: fresh, plump, full of briny seawater. We took a gamble on the tableside poke (opting for the Kona konpachi) which seemed crazy given the quality of poke available at supermarkets around the island, but were pleasantly surprised again. The crab noodles with ebi butter, king crab, and bok choi had a wonderful mochi texture, and the broiled 1/2 Kona lobster (with a sriracha hollandaise) and fries were perfect. The only miss for us was the grilled daily catch, which was a dry, severe tasting konpachi. The yuzu kosho butter sauce made up for it a bit but only masked how tough the fish was. Obviously the restaurant is beautiful. The location and views are sublime and service is as you would expect at the Four Seasons. If you've been burned before at fancy resort restaurants on the islands, I highly recommend trying 'Ulu.

California Crab Rolls.  A little bland.
Bill S.

Ulu is at the Four Seasons Resort. They have free self-parking and free valet parking. The restaurant is ocean-side and has both outdoor and indoor seating. It has amazing views. It wasn't very busy when we were there. The presentation was perfect. My wife had the Hudson Valley Foie Gras and wasn't impressed. She ordered the Kanpachi which came with a pineapple sambal, crispy garlic, and lemon-soy vinaigrette. It was the highlight of the evening's food for me. She had an amazing crab leg as well. I had Crab Noodles with King Crab, mochi noodles, sweet ebi butter and bok choi. It was solid, but not exceptional. For dessert, we had the chocolate souffle which was very good. They gave my wife a complimentary dessert for her birthday! Our main let-down was our server. She seemed to always be in a hurry, and impatient when we took too long to order. She swooped in and left, often before we could ask for what we needed. The rest of the staff was solid, friendly, responsive and efficient.

Jonathan I.

We had an amazing evening at Ulu at the Four Seasons Kona while celebrating my friend's birthday. The staff went above and beyond to make the surprise truly special. While my friend and I were walking on the beach, our wives checked in for our reservation and weren't sure how to call us over without giving it away. One of the team members actually offered to help and played along perfectly. She walked over and calmly told my friend that his wife had fallen but was okay and wanted him to come quickly. He rushed back, only to be met with laughter and the surprise reveal at the table. Her acting was so convincing, and I couldn't believe she went along with the plan. It really showed how thoughtful and fun the staff is here. On to the food and drinks. Everything was excellent. The cocktails were top quality, balanced, and smooth (no next-day headaches). We ordered the tableside poke, which was some of the best we had on the island. It was fun being able to choose how much of each ingredient we wanted. My wife and I also shared the Tuna Wellington special, which was great. the flaky crust, perfectly cooked tuna, and the foie gras all came together beautifully. For dessert, we were completely surprised. Instead of just a small birthday treat like ice cream, they surprised us with two big soufflés--one for my friend's birthday and another for me, since my birthday was coming up later in the month. Such a thoughtful and generous touch! Between the incredible food, attentive staff, and the beachfront sunset views, Ulu is a gem. The atmosphere matches the quality of the dishes, and the service made the whole evening unforgettable. Highly recommend for a special night out on the Big Island.

Steak
Dennis H.

Where are half stars when you need them? I had dinner here during my stay on the Big Island. I really want to give this place 4 stars but for the price I just couldn't. The food is good but nothing amazing. From memory I had the ahi roll. Wok fried beef steak (similar to Vietnamese style Bo luc lac but crispy beef), wife had the ny strip (pretty average and small) and the dessert was the highlight... the chocolate fondue. We also had crab fried rice and crab noodles. Not sure if it was the weather, seasoning or perhaps use of msg. About 1/2 way thru my meal I was guzzling water at an insane rate. I think I had 5-6 glasses haha View was amazing. We went right before sunset. Sit inside if you want to avoid the whiteflies.

Broiled lobster with frites
Amy K.

Unqualified 5 stars! Wish I could give 6. This place is SO on another level. Super Wow!!! Do not miss. Superb beachside seating. Over the top service. Food to die for! Our server Michael not only replaced flatware between courses but he also wiped off the placemats and cleaned all the bread crumbs. When we ordered he discussed with us the timing we would like for the courses. (Did we want the salad and poke together, etc.). The drinks were perfect. The view as you can see is phenomenal. It is so comfortable sitting under the shelter and having the view. The setup keeps it from getting cold or windy and there were no insects to bother us. The table side poke was delicious. The beet salad was lovely and unique. We loved the ahi au poivre and the broiled lobster. If you have not had crab or lobster with Hollandaise, you have not lived. Also, the lobster had tiny pieces of onion and tomato and it was cut up and freed from the shell so it was easy for me to eat, The grilled lemon was only too happy to give its juices to my plate. The chocolate soufflé put this experience over the top! We had the Frank Family Zin which I highly recommend.

Ryan C.

Likely the best meal I'll ever have. I've travelled the world but the vibe and food were unbeatable. On the beach at sunset was perfect. The crab legs and sushi appetizers were on point. The steak was cooked to perfection and lastly the service was good.

Crab noodles
Debbie A.

We had a terrific dinner here and are still raving about the food. Everything we had was delicious! The presentation was stunning and the service was superb. You couldn't get a better setting than watching the sunset over the waves - so delightful!!!

Katie M.

Fantastic! Excellent service and amazing food. It's expensive, but you get what you pay for!

Bread
Riley K.

We visited while staying at the Four Seasons Hotel, and I believe we were seated in the best seating area by the beach. Expensive, and the portions are small, so one entree would not be enough for one person. We ended up ordering two each. The food itself was okay, but the view and vibe were splendid. The service was extremely good. They made poke right in front of us. Make sure to order the soufflé cake!!! It takes 20 minutes to prepare, but it's worth it!

Courtney C.

This restaurant does have it all - delicious food, great service and then possibly the best ambiance of any restaurant I've been to yet. This restaurant sits right on the beach, and a few days prior we were able to grab reservations around sunset which was *chefs kiss*. This restaurant is at the Four Seasons, so parking isn't straight forward and you have to come through a gate to get onto property. We told the gate agent we had reservations and he let us in no worries, and then we just followed signs for some public parking. The restaurant was then about a 10 minute walk from the lot. If you can arrive early and walk along the beach path, I highly recommend as the views and beach are beautiful. This was our last meal of our vacation and on our anniversary so it was a wonderful way to end our trip. The servers were all so helpful and attentive and they gave us a lovely booth table where we were both faced outwards to see the ocean. We started the meal with the smoked pork belly bao and this may have been my favorite item of the evening. The pork belly was so flavorful and the bao was super fluffy. I had the grilled fish catch of the day and my husband had the puna chicken. Both were cooked deliciously. If I had to critique one thing about this restaurant, its that I felt the entrees weren't super unique, although they still were cooked perfectly. We also ordered one of their dessert specials of the night and it was divine. They also surprised us with a Happy Anniversary chocolate on top. This is a pricey spot, so the ambiance comes with a price tag but I do think it is worth it for the experience, especially for a special occasion meal.

Bread starter
Francheska O.

This place was recommended by a friend and I am so thankful. Best meal on the Big Island. I love the location right by the beach. We got a table as close to the water as we could get. Restaurant decor is simple, clean and elegant. The bread starter was surprisingly good. I don't normally eat a lot of the bread but this was just too good not to. Next I got the beet salad. It was a beautiful blend of flavors that was very well done. Veggie rolls came next. They were flavorful and filling! Delicious. Crispy chicken was next. Sweet, smoky, crunchy and a little spicy. Just right. Ended my dinner with the soufflé. So many places don't get the consistency right. This place did. Pure perfection. I hope to be back soon.

ahi tuna wellington
Sarah C.

the best parts of this restaurant were the views of the ocean, waves, and sunset if you are here for dinner. we got the: 1. hokkaido scallops crudo ($25): very fresh and melt-in-your-mouth 2. ahi tuna wellington ($135): this came with a live carving and explanation of how the dish came about. it tasted amazing and the tuna was so tender. unfortunately, our lua leaf (taro leaf) was a tad undercooked, causing our throats to itch and hurt for the rest of the night. the staff were really nice about it though, sending an EMT to take a look at us, and also waiving the cost of this dish as we couldn't have any more. 3. grand garnier souffle ($24): beautiful fluffy texture, well balanced flavors with the orange liqueur! it was unfortunate we couldn't enjoy the ahi tuna wellington, but overall we were happy with the taste of all the food and service.

Bluefin tableside poke
Patrick O.

Came here for the second time in a week and after an amazing first dinner, it was even better the second time. This is our favorite restaurant on The Four Seasons property. Bluefin tableside poke was amazing and was happy I was able to try the abalone and the crab noodles was a hit! Vanilla strawberry soufflé was dessert finished a memorable dinner. The service was top notch and the ambiance was perfect for a romantic dinner with the amazing view and I love how the interior parts are decorated while still open to the outdoors and the music playing was the perfect volume and gave the place a modern feel.

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Ask the Community - 'ULU

Can we come as a walk in?

Yes if there is seating at the bar you can grab a spot there or if they have tables they'll seat you but often busy.

I recently received a helpful answer from the Resort manager. The answer said to call at least 7 days before, yet when I call to make a reservation I'm being told that I need to wait until 7 days before the reservation as I'm an outside guest. Help?

Aloha Kyle L., Please call 7 days before the date of desired dining reservation and we’d be happy… Read more

Planning a trip in August and wondering if you have to be a guest staying at the resort to dine here? Looks like a great spot to go on my honeymoon.

No, you don't have to be a guest, but book far ahead. Call the restaurant. They are on OpenTable but it always says there is no availability.

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We landed in Kona mid-morning and the wife wanted breakfast, namely pancakes. Again not familiar…read morewith too many places in Kona. Of course Google saved the day. Found this place was open till 1 pm and they served pancakes. Nice, because the alternative would have been Denny's...no thanks! Nice little hole in the wall where you order at the window and they serve you your food at the table. I ordered the Seafood omelet and a side of Macadamia Nut Pancakes, wife ordered the Boneless Short Rib plate. My only gripe was the pancakes only came with maple syrup and not a macadamia sauce, which we had to buy separate. I was used to having the sauce come with the pancakes at a certain restaurant in Kailua, Oahu, so this was a bit unexpected. But the food was well prepared and tasty. It was really good! So good we came back the next day to have breakfast again. Only this time it was Adobo Fried Rice. We brought two plates for me and the wife which we soon regretted because my wife could not finish hers since the portions were really big. Should've have shared just one. Another place to add to our go to list to eat when we come back to visit Kona.

We went in on a Saturday morning @ 8 am. It was empty…read more Parking- There is plenty of parking because it is on a strip mall. There are tables inside and outside. When you go in, you order at the cashier and they give you the food in To Go Containers whether you are going to eat in or out. I ordered the 808 Grindz Moco and it was delicious. 10/10 The Gravy was good and the rice too. They have soda cans for $2.50 each. I would return.

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A must-try spot when visiting Kona, Hawaii! This is a Hawaiian BBQ spot, that has some menu items…read morethat have elements of Japanese fusion. This is a carryout/restaurant. Service is upbeat and fast, they are friendly and are open to any questions that you may have. Ambiance is unique, as it feels like you are in a bustling city. I ordered the Chicken Curry Katsudon!!! It was crispy, flavorful, and filled with massive portions! In fact, I saved the rest to have for dinner later. I loved the fact that the curry had a nice spice kick to it too! Cheers!

My wife and I shared a sesame chicken and walnut shrimp platter from Hawaii BBQ Deli and it was…read morepretty on par with the food you find at Panda Express or other take-out Chinese spots. The items are made to order so you get a bit more freshness than food sitting under a heat lamp. The rice is well cooked, but the batter is a bit heavy on the items, and one piece of chicken I bit into had a weird funk to it. The mac salad on the platter was good -- not too heavy with mayo and the noodles were cooked well. Similarly, I liked that the rice was not mushy and each grain stood on its own. Would I stop by again for a plate? Most likely not. One last nit-pick with Hawaii BBQ Deli is that the pricing is wildly incorrect. We looked at the menu online before stopping by and were surprised that we were charged a price higher than what was listed on the menu. We didn't question it and just paid the price, but it was a bit annoying that the menu in store on the counter was out-of-date and the price could have been entirely made up on the spot.

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Hamburger steak plate heading to higher ground.

Hawaii BBQ Deli - There's an outdoor seating area by this manta tower near the restaurant.

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There's an outdoor seating area by this manta tower near the restaurant.

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This is an unassuming spot located in the center of a little strip mall. However, once you enter,…read morethey actually have plenty of seating and were quite busy! We also came on a Friday evening, so it was nice to see of people here. The spot serves Hawaiian plate lunches, and it definitely did not disappoint. Portion sizes were huge, we probably had the best macaroni salad of our entire trip here, and flavors were super bold, but not overly salty. Pork Belly Fat Adobo (10/10) - this was fantastic! The meat was literally fall apart tender, and was able to retain its juiciness. Sometimes braised meat gets a little dry for me, but this place definitely does it right and preps some juicy pork. - the pork belly sauce mixed with the rice was probably one of my favorite things on this entire trip Spicy Garlic Furikake Chicken (8/10) - this was a huge plate! The fried chicken is super crispy and retains its crispiness on the outside for a while. It packs a very mild kick will not being overly salty or spicy. - to illustrate the crispiness, we were able to get our food to go, drive over to the beach, and while eating the chicken was still delicious and crisp Overall, a pretty unassuming spot from the outside, but as you can tell from the reviews of this place definitely hits the spot. Huge portion sizes, super crispy foods, and amazing flavors.

Sadly disappointed…read more Was looking forward to an "out of this world" experience based on IG posts but turned out to be a bust. We came here just before their lunch break and it seems as if we got the last of the AM batch of food they had already prepared. I HAD TO get the Garlic Furikake chicken plate that they were known for and it was dry. Not only that but the rice was dry as well. The Kalua Pork was dry too and the "spicy" garlic butter shrimp barely had any heat or garlic flavor at all. About the only thing that was decent was the Mac salad which was probably made and bought from somewhere else. I was also looking forward to buying a shirt, a tank top or a hat but here was ZERO apparel anywhere. The whole back wall was a big gridwall panel that was completely bare. I'm really hoping that the next time I drop in I will have a much more positive experience.

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