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Canoehouse Exteriror - CanoeHouse, Kamuela, HI

CanoeHouse

4.7 (3543)
$50 and over
Creative Japanese
68-1400 Mauna Lani Dr, Kamuela, HI 96743

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 45 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
Long regarded as the premier dining destination among the Hawaiian islands, this beloved institution is a gathering place for generations of friends, families and neighbors. Helmed by Executive Chef Rhoda Magbitang, CanoeHouse features thoughtful, seasonal dishes that celebrate Hawaii’s landscape through Japanese-Paniolo inspired cuisine, accompanied by craft-cocktails and diverse wine selections.
Please kindly note that CanoeHouse accepts reservations 60 days in advance for outside guests of Mauna Lani.


Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Creative Japanese, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (808) 796-3990
  • Website
    http://aubergeresorts.com/maunalani/dine/canoe-house/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive chef
    Rhoda Magbitang
  • Location
    68-1400 Mauna Lani Dr, Kamuela, HI 96743
  • Neighborhood
    Kamuela
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

CanoeHouse's menu was last updated on 12/29/2022.

View menu on restaurant's website

What 3,543 people are saying

CanoeHouse reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Best Overall

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Best Food

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Best Service

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Best Ambiance

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Great for fine wines

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Romantic

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Good for special occasions

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
CanoeHouse offers a "stunning oceanfront setting" with a "romantic ambiance" perfect for special evenings. Guests praise the "amazing food," "spectacular service," and "breathtaking sunsets." Highlights include a diverse and delicious menu with standout dishes like the Wagyu steak and Kampachi filet. It's described as "the best restaurant on the island," albeit pricey.
3,543 Reviews

  1. Alan

    Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was excellent. Food was great, service was immaculate.

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  2. Thomas

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    15 year anniversary. Was perfect. Loved the corn “ribs,” bluefin tuna special and mains.

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  3. anne VIP

    San Antonio33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    May be the most breathtakingly beautiful setting I’ll ever dine at. Worth it just for the location! Great service. Very, very good dining!

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  4. Scott VIP

    Denver / Colorado5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful setting, delicious food, and fantastic service. Fantastic meal all around.

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  5. Howard VIP

    Los Angeles158 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Obviously the location is impossible to beat. The food is excellent. For the price, the service should be just as good, but it is good at best. Overall, it is very good but in my opinion, overpriced.

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  6. Jeff VIP

    New York City1 review

    1.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Rushed / poor service, ran out of food, served us undercooked cold scallops and then when we complained just removed the undercooked ones (so we got less food). Service overall was poor, little things like taking 20 mins for a drink, and pouring ice water in sparkling water

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  7. Shane VIP

    Baja California Sur2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Spotty service. Ran out of items. Kitchen was mailing it in. Spent $1500 with seven people and it was Not worth it-and I’m super good with spending that on great food and experience and this wasn’t it.

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  8. Sarah

    Denver / Colorado1 review

    2.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Ambiance is great! Service is very good. Food was a 3 out of ten. Overpriced and small portions.

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  9. Frank

    Hawaii1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing as always. The setting is beautiful, food is incredible, both only outdone by the wonderful staff.

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  10. Alaina VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area52 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious and views were incredible! Accommodated my picky celiac kids. Mahalo for a lovely dinner

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FAQs

CanoeHouse is rated 4.7 stars by 3543 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Hawaii
  4. Hawaii / Big Island
  5. Kamuela

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 45 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–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Creative Japanese, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Rhoda Magbitang
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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