Islander Sake Brewery

Name: Islander Sake Brewery
Address: 62-100 Kaunaʻoa Dr, Waimea, HI, United States, 96743
Telephone: (808) 517-8188
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 5

5.0

33 Reviews

$31 to $50

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2 people

24 Nov 2024

23:00

Booked 1 time today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Innovative

Welcome to Islander Sake Brewery, where we craft the world most smoothing sake with the gentle winds of Hawaii. Nestled in this serene paradise, our small sake brewery invites you to embark on a unique journey through the art of sake-making. whether you’re a sake enthusiast or new to this exquisite drink, our tours offer something special for everyone.

1.Guided Tours 30min
Join our expert guides for an immersive tour of our brewery. Learn about the intricate process of sake production, from selecting the ingredients to the brewing techniques that make our sake truly exceptional. To ensure a personalized experience, we recommend booking your tour in advance.

2.Tasting Sessions 30 min
Delight your senses with a tasting session featuring sake. Discover the delicate flavor and harmonious notes that make our sake a tranquil escape in every sip. Experience the essence of serenity, where every bottle tells a story of passion, tradition, and the gentle spirit of Hawaii and Japan.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Brewery, Winery, Bistro
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sun 13:00–16:00 Tue–Sun 17:30–21:30
Phone number
(808) 517-8188
Website
http://www.islandersake.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Executive Chef
Brew master Chiaki Takahashi

Location
62-100 Kaunaʻoa Dr, Waimea, HI 96743
Area
Kohala Coast
Cross Street
You can find the brewery at the Hapuna Golf Club clubhouse.
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
5 min. walking from the Westing Hapuna Beach Hotel. Check with the bell desk if there are golf carts available for transportation between the hotel and Hapuna Golf Course.<br /><br />Shuttle van from the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Brewery Tour TicketUS$25.00
Upon arrival at the brewery, tour participants are required to purchase tickets. After the tour, there will be a separate charge for tastings. It's possible to sample sake without paying for the tour ticket. The tour is designed for guests who are interested in learning more about the technical aspects of sake making.

Tasting Flights

Tasting Flights of Sake

Sake Tasting FLT of 3 (1.5 oz each)US$18.00
Daiginjo, Nigori, Fruits, etc.
Sake Tasting FLT of 5 (1.5 oz each)US$28.00

What 33 people are saying

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5.0

5 based on all time ratings

4.7Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.9Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Islander Sake Brewery offers a truly unique dining experience on the Big Island. Guests rave about the "amazing sake" brewed on-site and expertly paired with exquisite Japanese cuisine. The "fascinating" sake-making process adds an educational touch, while the attentive service and charming setting create a memorable evening. A "hidden gem" worth discovering.

33 Reviews

c
constantin
Las Vegas
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best experience on the island ! Highly recommend. Sake pairing with amazing food on a golf course.
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OpenTable Diner
Portland
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on 7 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a wonderful experience! Tada San, co-owner, led us on a very educational tasting experience of their sake which is made here on Hawai’i Island. The sake was wonderful, his story telling and execution were very insightful. Even the tasting glasses were beautiful. Will definitely be back and bring friends!
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peggy
Hawaii
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 20 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A wonderful experience. Food was nice and the sake delicious. Learning about the sake making process was so interesting. We loved the entire evening
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jfkeez
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 15 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a hidden gem with authentic Japanese food and sake. The setting is lovely, the service personal, and the food excellent. The flavors are fresh and distinct and they even accommodated a gluten free request beautifully. We added a sake flight (one glass is included with the set dinner) and enjoyed learning about the care with which they brew their sake (we asked even more questions). We will be going back for a third time, trust me. Don’t miss this unique experience!
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Charlie
Hawaii
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 10 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Exquisite, precise, authentic, cultural, educational, mind blowing and amazing. Attention to detail at every level. Multiple sake glasses, dishes, foods, sake. Simply amazing. Worth every dollar. Our waiter/host is steeped in the history, origins and makings of the sake ad all the plates of food. We plan to bring our mother-in-law who is from Hiroshima. We’ll done Islander Sake Brewery, we’ll done .
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TLou
New Orleans
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 19 July 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience. Great local made sake accompanying our Omekase. Tama, our host and waiter provided excellent T service and explained all the details of the various sake we were tasting and dishes we were eating. Bit of a hidden gem in the Hapuna Golf Course. clubhouse building. If you are driving or UBERing to the place, you need to put the Hapuna Golf Course as the location. Very reasonable priced for the set course Omakase with the accompanying sake. Will try again the next time I’m here
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GeorgeG
Los Angeles
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 12 June 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and fantastic foods. The tufu and kampachi were delicious. The sake and food pairings were the best. Going back to get 2 bottles of sake. Service very good and server very nice. Food and sake pairing value very good. Thank you for a memorable evening .
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CarolD
Hawaii
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on 6 June 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
A great find. Food very Japanese, a great variety of sake, plus beers and a wine for those who don’t like sake.
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meke
Los Angeles
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 1 June 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great, hidden gem. Sake was amazing, and it is all brewed on site by them, so they can give all the details. Food was also delicious, creative and so fresh. Highly recommend this to anyone looking for a unique dinner on the Big Island.
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RichardH
Greater Boston
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on 31 May 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The saki and dinner made for a wonderful evening with our friends
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FAQs

Islander Sake Brewery offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (808) 517-8188.

Islander Sake Brewery is rated 5 stars by 33 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

24 Nov 2024

23:00

Booked 1 time today

Order delivery or takeout

62-100 Kaunaʻoa Dr, Waimea, HI 96743

Additional information

Cross Street
You can find the brewery at the Hapuna Golf Club clubhouse.
Area
Kohala Coast
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sun 13:00–16:00 Tue–Sun 17:30–21:30
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Brewery, Winery, Bistro
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
5 min. walking from the Westing Hapuna Beach Hotel. Check with the bell desk if there are golf carts available for transportation between the hotel and Hapuna Golf Course.Shuttle van from the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection.
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Brew master Chiaki Takahashi
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.islandersake.com/
Phone number
(808) 517-8188

Islander Sake Brewery

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Menu

Brewery Tour (Day Time)

Brewery Tour TicketUS$25.00

Tasting Flights

Sake Tasting FLT of 3 (1.5 oz each)US$18.00

Sake Tasting FLT of 5 (1.5 oz each)US$28.00

What 33 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Islander Sake Brewery offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Islander Sake Brewery restaurant rated?

Is Islander Sake Brewery currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

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