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FORC, Waimea, HI

FORC

4.8 (463)
$50 and over
Farm-to-table
65-1214 Lindsey Rd, Waimea, HI 96743-8438

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
Owned by Chef Allen Hess, FORC brings farm to table in the heart of Waimea. FORC showcases a farm to table aspect by bringing fresh harvests from Farmers, the Ocean and Ranchers. By changing our menu seasonally, we are able to get creative with what Hawai’i has to offer us. Local style brunch items like our FORC signature sandwich, brown butter banana pancakes and our housemade bacon. Hearty seasonal dinner dishes like our Big Island grass fed beef, whole roasted fish, and Chef’s Hawaiian Meal. There are vegetarian, paleo and gluten free options too. Indulge more with special menus like happy hour and holiday menus. Sip on our award winning cocktails or sit down and soak in the best dining atmosphere.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table, Hawaii Regional Cuisine
  • Hours of operation
    Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Bar Daily 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive chef
    Allen Hess
  • Neighborhood
    Kamuela
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 463 people are saying

FORC 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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Best Overall

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Best Food

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Best Value

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Innovative

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Healthy

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
FORC delights with its farm-to-table ethos, offering "excellent food and great service every time." Diners praise the "amazing farm to table experience" and the chef's creativity, with highlights like the "perfectly cooked local lamb." The vibrant atmosphere is complemented by a "friendly and efficient" staff, making it a must-visit in Waimea.
463 Reviews
  1. Anthony VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The meal, drinks, and service were great. The only ding we had was the kids menu. It wasn’t great / wasn’t a good value for our 3 year old. The rest of the experience was amazing!

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  2. Lynne VIP

    Hawaii275 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such an amazing farm to table experience. We had the whole fish special, prepared to perfection - loved the fresh wasabi. The chicken hot pot is delicious - so much flavor and super tender and moist. We've added FORC to our "must" dining establishments whenever we're in Kona/Waimea!

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  3. Virm

    Hawaii1 review

    2.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Atmosphere was pleasant like always but few things we were hoping for on the menu was removed but overall staff was amazing and felt welcoming. Just wish they had kept some things from the previous menu. Love to all the hard working employees

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  4. cortne

    Hawaii5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome service and food was amazing!!! We will definitely be back soon!

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  5. Patty VIP

    Hawaii21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    FORC is my favorite restaurant on the island! The creativity of the menu and food quality is unmatched. The drink and wine selection does not compare.

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  6. Jason

    Minneapolis - St. Paul1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was wonderful, service was awesome and food was amazing, went ate here twice!

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  7. Brian VIP

    Atlanta3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great. The chef is fantastic and the menu is fun and varied.

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  8. Robert VIP

    Hawaii2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and great service every time. My go to restaurant.

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  9. Judie VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area91 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love that FORC adjusts the menus to the seasons and that everything is always so fresh. Chef prepares each dish perfectly! The service is great and it’s so enjoyable to be in the bar area without too much noise - the patrons are always happy and enjoying themselves without any interruption to diners

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  10. Mary

    Hawaii3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was very good until time to clear our table after eating. It was a little bit slow on that side, but other than that good. I appreciate fresh flowers on the table but the water was so gross I asked the server to remove it as if it was not very appetizing to look at. Short ribs were excellent as was the house salad. Fresh Portuguese bread was the best I ever had. The only negative was the noise from the bar side of the restaurant

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FAQs

FORC offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (808) 731-4656.

FORC is rated 4.8 stars by 463 OpenTable diners.

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

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  4. Hawaii / Big Island
  5. Kamuela

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for FORC

65-1214 Lindsey Rd, Waimea, HI 96743-8438

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Kamuela
  • Hours of operation
    Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Bar Daily 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table, Hawaii Regional Cuisine
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Allen Hess
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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