FORC

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   Rich

   VIP

   San Francisco

   8 reviews

   3.0

   8 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   Good food at slightly better than average Waimea pricing. Biggest complaint were the noise and the kitchen missing things that were on the dishes stated on the menu. Staff didn’t really know what they could but brought the missing vegetables. While we are not big red meat eaters, that seems to be where FORC thrives.
   

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   Kim

   VIP

   Detroit

   139 reviews

   5.0

   139 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Love those goat tacos!!! Nice and different menu. Very loud place so don’t expect to have intimate conversation.
   

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   Roxi

   Kansas City

   26 reviews

   5.0

   26 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Delicious food-friendly and good service-Portuguese flavors
   

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   Kevin

   VIP

   New York City

   11 reviews

   5.0

   11 reviews

   Dined on 12 January 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Forc is still killing it - been there like 5 times and never disappoints.
   

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   SEUNG

   Cincinnati

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on 12 January 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   In an area teeming with over-priced resort restaurants that provide soulless food exploiting ignorant tourists, this restaurant provides rare and much- appreciated value. As we entered the restaurant, we got warmly welcomed by the staff amidst the buzz and hum of activity on a Saturday night. I recommend reserving a spot ahead of time, as this place appeals to both locals and visitors. The levels of the music volume remained at the perfect volume that stimulated and encourages people to converse, which resulted in an organic and authentic vibe. People seems to generally enjoy gathering here. Me and my spouse noticed that many patrons seems to know each other and many a handshake and hug got exchanged...as a visitor, it warmed my heart to know that we happened upon a place that the community clearly valued enough to continue supporting. The menu described the items in a very straightforward manner, dispensing with overly florid descriptions for accuracy and honesty in the ingredients and the fashion that Chef Hess chose to prepare them. We started with a beet salad that balanced all elements beautifully to start the meal. I saw a table near me eating the lettuce wraps (a menu item I normally avoid) that looked strangely tantalizing. I flagged down the server and placed an order as I felt compelled to try it. The lettuce wraps provided ample short rib meat offset by the crispness of the lettuce. We ordered the butterfish and the lau lau. Chef Hess diligently made rounds and took effort to welcome us and strike up a conversation amid a full house of patrons on a Saturday evening. He genuinely made us feel welcome, despite us being tourists who might never return to this area. As the food came out (promptly), we immediately could tell the quality of the meal we soon got to savor. As I must keep this review under 2000 characters, I shall simply remark that this type of restaurant exists as our kind of place. Thank you, Chef Hess, for providing us a wonderful experience.
   

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   Paula

   VIP

   London

   37 reviews

   4.0

   37 reviews

   Dined on 12 January 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Forc is the best dining option to have come to Waimea. Congratulations to Chef Allen Hess for bringing a second fine dining option to Waimea -- and to have a menu that varies with the seasons and availability of fresh ingredients. Forc is casual and from the noise level, you can tell everyone is enjoying their drinks and meals. Yet, this is a properly run establishment and one where the Chef/Owner is visible and concerned about ensured the standards of quality are met.
   

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   Mark

   Denver

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 12 January 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Great food, very prompt service and a lovely conversation with the owner/chef!
   

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   Ed

   Hawaii

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on 12 January 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   Nice menu, great service. Forc is the best restaurant in Waimea. Worth the trip!! I only wish there were a few more seafood offerings.
   

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   Daniel

   Orange County

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 10 January 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Service & food fantastic. A must experience for anyone looking for a great Waimea dinner.
   

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    David

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 7 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4

    Amazing. Great selections of local fish and meats. Best picks were miso butterfish, lamb , and Mac and cheese with bacon
    

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