Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Hawaii

Kohala Coast Restaurants

Make a free booking

visa-intro

Visa Dining Collection

Get exclusive access to primetime bookings at some of the country's hottest restaurants

Book for breakfast today in Hawaii

View all

Introducing OpenTable Icons

Book the city's award-winners, hot newcomers and hard-to-get tables.
Book the city's award-winners, hot newcomers and hard-to-get tables.
Explore Icon restaurants
Explore Icon restaurants

Check out diners' favourite restaurants in Kohala Coast

Updated on

Diners’ Choice Awards are based on where your fellow diners book, dine, and review. Only verified diners get to review restaurants on OpenTable, so our data doesn’t lie.

image 1image 2image 3
Engawa by Islander Sake Brewery
Diners’ top pick
•
Price: Very Expensive
•
Japanese
•
4.8
(214)
Welcome to Engawa, a small restaurant limited to 20 guests per night, where we offer an exquisite experience of Japanese cuisine. We invite you to indulge in a memorable dinner experience. Our menu is a celebration of traditional Japanese cuisine, featuring an array of exquisite dishes prepared with the finest local ingredients. From fresh sushi and sashimi to hearty tempura and other savory dishes are crafted to bring out the authentic flavors of Japan. Enjoy a unique culinary journey with chef & brew master Chiaki Takahashi, where each dish complemented by our award-winning hand-crafted sake, designed to enhance your dining experience.
At Engawa, we pride ourselves on providing not only exceptional foods but also an inviting atmosphere and impeccable service. To ensure you have a wonderful evening with us, we recommend making a reservation. Our attentive team is here to accommodate your needs and preferences, making your visit truly special.
A photo of Meridia restaurant
Meridia
Price: Expensive
•
Mediterranean
•
4.6
(2,053)
Inspired by the Mediterranean, dedicated to the islands. Featuring a charcuterie and crudo bar, brilliant cocktails, and an award winning global wine list framed by the forever views of Hapuna Beach, Meridia presents innovative cuisine in an unrivaled setting. Named by Hawaii Magazine as 2019's Best New Big Island Restaurant, and 2018 Restaurant of the Year by the American Culinary Federation.
Located at the Westin Hapuna Beach Resort.
A photo of Brown's Beach House - The Fairmont Orchid - Kohala Coast restaurant
Brown's Beach House - The Fairmont Orchid - Kohala Coast
Price: Very Expensive
•
Hawaiian Regional
•
4.6
(3,763)
The breathtaking ocean vistas alone are worth a leisurely evening at Brown’s Beach House, our signature fine dining restaurant. Boasting fresh Hawai‘i Island-inspired cuisine, live Hawaiian music and spectacular sunset panoramas, this dining experience is a feast for all of your senses.
image 1image 2image 3
Manta at Mauna Kea
Top-rated food
•
Price: Very Expensive
•
Pacific Rim
•
4.5
(1,544)
Manta is the signature restaurant of the iconic Mauna Kea Beach Hotel and has breathtaking views of the Kohala Coast. The menu is a curation of Pacific Rim cuisine with seasonal, local, and sustainably-produced ingredients.
Chef Bryan Nagao has gained formidable reputation in the international food community. He was once described by American media as "the most notable figures in rendering Modern Asian cuisine in the Northern hemisphere". The creativity permeating his cuisine stems from the diversity of his culinary background. Bryan's cuisine is a multi-faceted reflection of his Hawai'i Island birthplace, his Japanese ancestry, and decades spent in the finest restaurants in Hong Kong and Taipei.
Manta features live music on Tues, Wed, & Sat.
A photo of Copper Bar at Mauna Kea restaurant
Copper Bar at Mauna Kea
Price: Expensive
•
Contemporary American
•
4.4
(664)
Dynamic Takes on Modern Traditions. Copper Bar is one of Kohala Coast’s favorite dining and gathering places. Casual, creative tapas and entrees incorporate locally grown ingredients and are easily paired with a selection of craft cocktails, locally-brewed beers, and wine. Unwind with a handcrafted Mauna Kea Mule and absorb sweeping ocean views that have beckoned travelers for generations.
*Please note that seating to guests that are not in-house at Mauna Kea Beach Hotel is subject to availability*
A photo of Hau Tree at Mauna Kea restaurant
Hau Tree at Mauna Kea
Price: Moderate
•
American
•
4.4
(290)
Just steps from the beach and ocean with your toes practically in the sand, Hau Tree is a casual open-air option for relaxed lunches and dinners on the Big Island of Hawai‘i. It’s complete with a gazebo-style bar perfectly situated for meeting friends old and new while enjoying cocktails, local brews and awaiting a glimpse of the sunset’s elusive green flash. Hau Tree’s menu includes sandwiches, wraps, fish tacos, salads, ice cream, and Mauna Kea’s famous Ovaltine Froth.
image 1image 2image 3
Binchotan
Top-rated hospitality
•
Price: Moderate
•
Unspecified
•
4.2
(559)
Binchotan: Bar & Grill is a gathering place for friends and family to enjoy a fresh take on Asian cuisine. Our menu features the time-honored tradition of grilling meat, seafood and produce over an open flame. Shared plates, handcrafted sushi and grilled skewers are the hallmarks of this culinary experience. Our full service bar showcases artisan cocktails, premium sake and a vast collection of whiskey. We invite diners to indulge in a flavorful feast as they raise a glass of Muay Tai to toast the most glorious sunsets over the Kohala Coast!

Outdoor dining in Hawaii

View all

See what locals rave about in Kohala Coast

From verified diners like you
From verified diners like you

Restaurant experiences trending in Hawaii

View all

Discover Kohala Coast

A region very much still connected to its ancestral roots, Kohala has some incredible restaurants with authentic Hawaiian cuisine. You can easily find places featuring meals with fresh island fish and locally sourced ingredients. A standard night of dining in Kohala consists of sitting on an open patio facing the ocean, drinking out of coconuts and enjoying the grilled catch of the day. There are quite a few Japanese steakhouses in this area as well. As Kohala is very proud of its local farming economy, you'll most likely be enjoying local meats and produce in every restaurant you dine at.

Frequently asked questions

Celebrate special occasions at the best restaurants in Kohala Coast. Our customers recommend Brown's Beach House - The Fairmont Orchid - Kohala Coast, Meridia and Binchotan

As of 10 Jan 2025 there are 10 restaurants in Kohala Coast. Filter by ‘outdoor dining’, ‘romantic’ or ‘dog friendly’.

On OpenTable we support all cuisines. Find Hawaiian Regional, Mediterranean, Pacific Rim, Unspecified, Contemporary American and more. Use our filters to find exactly what you’re looking for and make your booking today.

Yes! We partner with restaurants in Kohala Coast who deliver with Toast, Postmates, Uber Eats, Olo, ChowNow.

Yes, you can also see restaurants near you offering takeaway.

Yes! OpenTable provides free, convenient and trusted options to book the best restaurants in Kohala Coast either on OpenTable or directly with the restaurant.

Yes, we partner with a third party to retrieve menu information for restaurants near you.

Explore OpenTable

Discover
OpenTable
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Careers
  • Press
More
Our sites
Businesses
  • Delight more diners
  • Restaurant Blog
Join us on
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Impressum
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2024 OpenTable International Ltd. Alphabeta Building, 14-18 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1AH - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo