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Manta overlooking Kauna'oa Bay - Manta at Mauna Kea, Kamuela, HI

Manta at Mauna Kea

4.5
4.5
1550 Reviews
$50 and over
Pacific Rim

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2 people
19:00
Booked 42 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for scenic views
  • Romantic
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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Pacific Rim, Global, International, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 17:30–21:00
  • Phone number
    (808) 882-5810
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Bryan Nagao
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact our Assistant Director of Food & Beverage Lisa Nordstrom LNordstrom@maunakeabeachhotel.com to learn more about our private dining options.
  • Area
    Kohala Coast
  • Cross Street
    Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Mauna Kea Beach Drive<br />Kohala Coast, HI 96743
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,550 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hawaii

    Great for scenic views

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Best Ambience

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Great for fine wines

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Romantic

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Great for scenic views

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Manta at Mauna Kea offers a "superb service" and a tranquil ambiance with breathtaking ocean views, perfect for special occasions. Guests rave about "exceptional dining experiences" and "perfectly cooked" dishes, including the mahi mahi and tenderloin. The staff's attentiveness and the opportunity to view manta rays add to the restaurant's allure.

1,550 Reviews
  1. Mary

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff were exceptionally friendly and made our dinner experience delightful! We are planning to go back again tonight! The food was outstanding!!

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  2. Steve

    VIP

    San Francisco

    21 reviews

    2.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Man O man has the Mants Gone down hill. I brought a party of 5 nothing looked appetizing, the menu was confusing and limited. Appetizers were not properly presented. I ordered a foie gras which came in a bowl, no toast, cracker just a little lonely foie gras. Just cut and eat? Now that Marriot has taken over it's crap. Should have known.

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  3. Kathy

    Los Angeles

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our second time dining at Manta this trip! Such a great experience the first AND second meals we had! Michael the manager was great again! Part of our meal service was provided by James and was outstanding and our main server was great as well. You cannot beat Manta for ambiance, the view is incredible, the food outstanding and the service. Thank you Manta for a very special experience!

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  4. Joanne

    VIP

    Phoenix

    37 reviews

    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have always enjoyed coming to Manta but our recent visit was a relevation! Chef Nagau has elevated the food here to something truly special. The starter of kaua'i shrimp with hamakua mushrooms and curry was outstanding, while the ravioli with local farmed abalone was a special treat. A meuniere sauce on a local catch of kampachi was a classic twist on a local speciality. The service was wonderful and the manager stopped by for a delightful chat. Together with the beautiful setting overlooking the palm trees and the ocean -- an amazing experience overall!

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  5. Cindy

    San Diego

    16 reviews

    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We dined at Manta last night and it exceeded my expectations! I had the Buratta salad, Ahi and chocolate soufflé. It was a little noisy due to a luau next door, but so good and the location was lovely.

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  6. Kathy

    Los Angeles

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent, the ambiance is unbeatable, and the service was impeccable. This was our second visit, and there will definitely be more. Magical place, well worth a visit! Note: Reservation required to obtain entry to the resort property if you’re not a registered Mauna Lani guest.

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  7. David

    Seattle

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Superb service, cuisine, quietude, view and ambience.

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  8. megan

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 5 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service were the best we have had and especially was happy with the feeling of not being rushed out which we felt at other restaurants while being in Hawaii

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  9. John

    VIP

    Vancouver

    193 reviews

    5.0

    193 reviews

    Dined on 5 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An absolutely fabulous dinner experience to celebrate Terri’s birthday. Beautiful waterfront table and glorious red sunset (due to vog). Our server Briana made our evening extra special by introducing daily specials, providing exemplary service and always with a smile. We enjoyed the shrimp and kale salad appetizers daily fresh catch chef’s special red snapper (prepared perfectly delicious ) and macadamia nut crusted mahi mahi paired with the best of wines. Also wanted to say special thanks to our buser Jason who almost invisibly kept us well hydrated and removed dishes at just the right time. Manta, you never cease to amaze us. We will be back.

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  10. ilge

    San Francisco

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Really disappointing. All the dishes we ordered had an unpleasant flavor including the Alaskan bombe, that is their most favorite dish. Won’t be going back.

    1 person found this helpful

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Manta at Mauna Kea is rated 4.5 stars by 1550 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 42 times today
Google Map for Manta at Mauna Kea

62-100 Mauna Kea Beach Drive, Kamuela, HI 96743

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Mauna Kea Beach Drive<br />Kohala Coast, HI 96743
  • Area
    Kohala Coast
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 17:30–21:00
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Pacific Rim, Global, International, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Bryan Nagao
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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