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Canoehouse Exteriror - CanoeHouse, Kamuela, HI

CanoeHouse

4.7
4.7
1955 Reviews
$50 and over
Creative Japanese
Dine amongst the company of friends old and new, celebrating Hawaii's soulful connection between land and sea while marveling at the golden sun as it sinks into the Pacific. A storied and special restaurant cherished by visitors and locals alike, CanoeHouse enjoys Japanese-inspired dishes crafted mindfully with diverse ingredients.

Please kindly note that CanoeHouse accepts reservations 72 hours in advance for guests.

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2 people

9:00 PM


Booked 34 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Creative Japanese, Seafood, Steak

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (808) 885-6622

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Resort Casual

  • Neighborhood

    Kamuela

  • Parking details

    Hotel Parking

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,955 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Hawaii

    Best Ambiance

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Best Overall

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Best Food

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Best Service

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Best Ambiance

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Innovative

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Great for fine wines

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Romantic

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Good for special occasions

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Most Booked

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  1. ELee

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our second visit at the Canoe House. The meals and dessert was excellent. Our server and assistant were excellent.
  2. Michael

    Los Angeles

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Third time dining at the Canoe House in the last 3 weeks. Each meal has been superb. Last night we tried 4 new items: The Alaskan King Crab Leg, The Boiled Hearts of Palm 'Salad', the Smoked Pork Jowl with Miso Mustard and the Tats with Oyster Mushrooms. Grand Slam. Although a small selection the Sake's by the glass are a good sampling of Sake. Would love to se a Nama Styled Sake added. We're on Island 3 more weeks and will definitely dine at least a couple of more times.
  3. OpenTableDiner1

    Denver

    40 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    40 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Good food but not worthy of the prices being charged. We got the tasting menu and would have liked the flight to be more connected from course to course. Good food, but not quite fine dining.
  4. ErinF

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ashley our server was amazing!! Reed was very knowledgeable on wine. Made for a great dinner.
  5. Lisa

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was fabulous! Food amazing. A must do on the big island.
  6. KenC

    Vancouver

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic restaurant, one of my favourites. The tasting menu with wine pairing is amazing.
  7. DanaB

    San Francisco

    20 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Not a good experience. The special entrees we ordered we were somewhat later told were not available after we’d spend a far amount of time selecting accompanying dishes. After changing our entree selections two of us simply ordered the local catch of the day which ended up being swordfish served in a symmetrical block that was over cooked and practically inedible. The mushrooms we had originally ordered arrived but became instantly cold. The garlic fried rice was hugely disappointing as well; soggy and mushy. The headed shrimp in chili oil was just that. We ordered the recommended Japanese milk break to go with the shrimp. It was quite good, but dipping it in the shrimp chili oil was again disappointing. We had a 7:30 reservation to enjoy our last evening on the Island. It was windy, dark and uncomfortable, along with less than mediocre food at a high cost. We won’t be back to this restaurant on our next trip here.
  8. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful place. Excellent food though not inexpensive. Service excellent.
  9. RobB

    Pittsburgh

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sensational. Wonderful evening—great food and beautiful setting.
  10. Wino

    Denver

    134 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    134 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We dine at the Canoe House every time we are on the BI. The food is always fresh and fabulous. We ask for Billy, as his service rocks. He is attentive and not overbearing, he has always given us great recommendations, the duck this visit was outstanding. We’ve enjoyed the Chefs tasting experience several times and the small bites of so many different items allows us to enjoy many local flavors. Kain is the sommelier and his wine knowledge was obvious, as he pointed us to an exquisite Pinot that paired with our dinner. Can’t say enough good things about the Canoe House, it is a must.
  11. kellyp

    Denver

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing Chef’s trashing menu dinner. Beachfront, beautiful sunset, just lovely as always!
  12. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful setting & cuisine!! Service fabulous. Just hard to get a reservation but worth it to keep trying!
  13. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great vegan menu. Even a vegan dessert now. Wonderful service.
  14. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Birthday.. Our server was AMAZING. Best service and best food since we arrived in Hawaii two weeks ago. Only regret is I cannot eat here at least 3 more times before I leave! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
  15. Daniel

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food and incredible location. Great place for a celebratory dinner.
  16. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    very nice diner 🥰 it's a great food and kindly casher
  17. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was the best dining experience we have had in Hawaii, and all the years we’ve been coming. Our server went above and beyond and made our experience. Amazing. The prefix meal was absolutely worth it, and I have an incredible wine list and the best mai Thais on the island.
  18. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was amazing! The only thing I would say was the steak was plain.
  19. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place is amazing and made for a very special evening. Food was exceptional. Service was friendly and attentive. It’s a very upscale place in a fancy hotel and the prices reflect as much. But you feel like royalty when you’re here. The ambiance is fantastic and the food is devine!
  20. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Wow! Who says vegan food is not good? That vegan food at Canoe House was beyond any expectations. Compliments to the chef!!!
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Portland

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had the tasting menu and it was delightful! Well plated and prepared and tasted wonderful! Sam was very attentive waiter- great service! We also enjoyed Kain our sommelier! Wine and cocktail designer.
  22. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful spot with amazing food!! You won’t be disappointed… it is a bit pricy but to be expected.
  23. LeslieB

    Charleston

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall2food3service4ambience5
    Beautiful view! Small amount of food for a lot of money$$$$
  24. RobertE

    New York Area

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Superlative service - present but not intrusive. The food as always remarkable!
  25. AmyLeeStudiosNYC

    New York Area

    17 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience4
    Dessert was the best part. Food was overall blah and over priced. I guess big resort dining Hawaii norm.
  26. OpenTable Diner

    St. Louis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really a great meal and experience. Both fish dishes were outstanding. Third time here and definitely the best.
  27. Michael

    Los Angeles

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    If you only have one opportunity to dine at this top tier restaurant, order the chef's tasting menu. We've dined multiple times over the past two years and have always left anxious to return as soon as possible.
  28. LeeH

    Seattle

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The entire experience is exceptional. Magnificent food and outstanding hospitality from our servers Billy and Marciano.
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The best restaurant on the island! Amazing food, service and atmosphere!
  30. KyleeM

    Portland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    When I say the food was perfect I mean every single dish was spot on. Everything was so well balanced, exploding with flavor, perfectly cooked and just incredible. And yes presentation was definitely on point. Also the atmosphere was to die for. I’m a private chef on the island so I can be critical when it comes to eating out. I honestly think it might be the best meal I’ve ever had in my entire life! Hats of to the chefs. Outstanding.
  31. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience5
    Very disappointing food. Almost all the meet dishes were over cooked , dry and tough .
  32. JoshB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is my favorite restaurant on the Big Island. Fully recommend for a special occasion.
  33. CinciDiner

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Amazing setting on the ocean. Beautiful sunset. Very good service and food. It was expensive, but we knew that going in. A special night.
  34. Happycustomer

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was outstanding. Our waiter Sam gave us recommendations that we would have not originally picked and they were great! We did not feel rushed which we appreciated being able to enjoy the whole experience of the food, scenery and the company that we came with. It was the best meal and experience we have had in years.
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    56 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Delicious and beautiful but WAAYYY overpriced.
  36. HKA15

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience5
    Beautiful setting on the beach. Menu is overpriced, food is good, nothing spectacular. Service was average. Would recommend for a sunset.
  37. JohnB

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Birthday dinner with our best friends. We’ve been going there for years but it’s never been better.
  38. DeborahG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Yes, it’s expensive…but well worth treating yourself for a special occasion or just because you deserve a treat. The food is excellent beautifully served…the staff is attentive and willing to answer any questions. And sunsets there are just amazing!
  39. Henry

    Charleston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The entire meal and experience is exceptional. I’m not quite sure you select a dining experience like this one for value, which was my only blemish. It is quite expensive, maybe a tad bit for even a captive audience. Should you try it at least once, yes; should you try it more than once, that’s up to you.
  40. ScottL

    Los Angeles

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my third time dining at the Canoe House in the past 12 months, and last night’s dinner was outstanding. I enjoyed the other 2 times but I enjoyed the new additions to the menu and the kitchen was on point. And a shout out to our server, Chris…..he was friendly and professional

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

CanoeHouse is rated 4.7 stars by 1955 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

9:00 PM


Booked 34 times today
Google Map for CanoeHouse

68-1400 Mauna Lani Dr, Kamuela, HI 96743

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Kamuela

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Creative Japanese, Seafood, Steak

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Resort Casual

  • Parking details

    Hotel Parking

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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