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Diners' Choice: Great for scenic views restaurants in Hawaii / Big Island

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Updated September 05, 2024

Looking restaurants that have the most scenic view in Hawaii / Big Island? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


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Meridia
4.7
4.7 (1964)
$31 to $50
Mediterranean
Kohala Coast
About the restaurant
Inspired by the Mediterranean, dedicated to the islands. Featuring a charcuterie and crudo bar, brilliant cocktails, and an award winning global wine list framed by the forever views of Hapuna Beach, Meridia presents innovative cuisine in an unrivaled setting. Named by Hawaii Magazine as 2019's Best New Big Island Restaurant, and 2018 Restaurant of the Year by the American Culinary Federation.
Located at the Westin Hapuna Beach Resort.

Top review
Erin
Dined 2 days ago
We had a great time. The food was delicious and the service was impeccable.
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Grilled Octopus
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Brown's Beach House - The Fairmont Orchid - Kohala Coast
4.6
4.6 (3645)
$50 and over
Hawaii Regional Cuisine
Kohala Coast
About the restaurant
The breathtaking ocean vistas alone are worth a leisurely evening at Brown’s Beach House, our signature fine dining restaurant. Boasting fresh Hawai‘i Island-inspired cuisine, live Hawaiian music and spectacular sunset panoramas, this dining experience is a feast for all of your senses.


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Nicolevip
Dined today
Beautiful setting, views, and ambiance are perfect for a lovely evening out or special occasion. Service is friendly and impeccable. Food was also amazing. Ube rolls, filet mignon, big island cioppino, and Hawaiian "snickers bar" were all wonderfully done, and I would highly recommend! Brown's is one of my absolute favorites, and I look forward to next time!
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MISO SAKE CLAMS
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PRIME RIBEYE
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FIVE SPICE DUCK BREAST
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Island Lava Java Bistro
4.6
4.6 (1824)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Kailua-Kona
About the restaurant
Family-owned Oceanside Restaurant, specializing in fresh, local, organic and sustainable food with 100% Kona coffee, freshly squeezed juices, and our own bakery on site. Currently serving Everyday Brunch, Lunch & Dinner, plus Happy Hour. We are committed to using the highest quality locally produced ingredients. We invite you to relax and enjoy our scratch-made food and drinks in our island-style, open-air dining room, bar & lanai. Experience our inventive cuisine, attentive service, and a friendly atmosphere; come see what makes us one of the most popular restaurants, craft bar and coffee houses in town. We look forward to meeting you! E Komo Mai!
Craft Bar, Great Wine List, Open-Air Oceanside Dining. *Now offering "Touchless" QR Code Order & Pay (with a Smartphone)*
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Doug
Dined 4 days ago
Food & location was great. The server seemed like she didn’t want to be there. 🤷🏼‍♀️
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CanoeHouse
4.6
4.6 (3029)
$50 and over
Creative Japanese
Kamuela
About the restaurant
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.



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Teddyvip
Dined 4 days ago
Outstanding restaurant with excellent food and excellent service. Pricy, but well worth it. Absolutely stunning view. Great combination of excellent food, service and view.
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Fish Hopper - Kailua-Kona
4.5
4.5 (3441)
$31 to $50
Seafood
Kailua-Kona
About the restaurant
Experience the beauty of the Pacific Ocean at The Fish Hopper Seafood and Steak, overlooking Kailua Bay on the Big Island Hawaii. Enjoy fresh seafood from Hawaii and fresh seafood flown in weekly from California, plus our signature Bucket of Fire and Volcano flaming drinks, all within walking distance to shops and historic sites.

A landmark (formerly the Ocean View Inn) and a local’s favorite Kona restaurant since 1934, the building housing The Fish Hopper has been beautifully restored to expand upon its spectacular ocean views. We proudly serve seafood from sustainable sources, harvested by methods that do not harm the environment.

We love to honor our Veterans & Military! Please let us know if you are one, upon arrival.
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Ronald
Dined 1 day ago
When a restaurant manages to remain as friendly as family, deliver very good food , and service that is personal, not aloof, you have a winner. We will be back for sure. The crew makes a very good meal better.
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Ahi Trio
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Papa Kona Restaurant & Bar
4.5
4.5 (1803)
$30 and under
American
Kailua-Kona
About the restaurant
Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner on the water in beautiful downtown Kona! Join us for a gastro-pub style menu with an island twist.

Come sit by the water at Papa Kona! We offer best eggs benedict in town, our fan-favorite avocado fries, and a craft cocktail list you won't find anywhere else.

Reservations are limited to preserve space for walk-in guests. If you can't find a table online, we welcome you to walk-in!
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Loretta
Dined on Sep 6, 2024
We had a fantastic meal while enjoying the sunset on the patio. The service was excellent.
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Fish Tacos
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Traditional Eggs Benedict
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WSW The Steakhouse | Breakfast, Sunday Brunch & Dinner
4.4
4.4 (1224)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
Hilo
About the restaurant
WSW, The Steakhouse on Hilo Bay, located at the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel. Serving Breakfast, Sunday Brunch & Dinner with Aloha. Relax in our floor-to-ceiling windows dining room, taking in the stunning views of the waterfront and the magnificent Mauna Kea for sunrise or sunset. Enjoy a Hilo-style steakhouse experience with an exceptional point of view!

We proudly feature the finest fresh meat, seafood, produce, products, and ingredients from local Big Island & Hawaii, WSW is the only true steakhouse in Hilo. All of our beef is Prime or Premium Certified Black Angus Grade, and we offer a wide array of fresh seafood to satisfy the quest for the ultimate "Surf n Turf" craving. WSW, recognized amongst our peers as the Best Wine List also features a comprehensive collection of fine and rare whiskies from around the world served table-side.

WSW is also the perfect venue for your private event or group gathering because we can host up to 300 guests.
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Raymondvip
Dined on Sep 2, 2024
Last breakfast before checking out and going home.... Went for it and had the Classic Eggs Benedict (comes with salad!). The best part was the service and friendliness of the waitstaff who already know me by sight. I had breakfast and dinner just about everyday during my 4-day stay. Wonderful service and great choices on menu.
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Kamuela Provision Co.
4.3
4.3 (4027)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Waikoloa
About the restaurant
2024 OpenTable Diners' Choice Award winner. Creative island cuisine. A breathtaking view provides the perfect atmosphere for a memorable dinner featuring locally grown ingredients, fresh seafood and steaks. Reservations recommended. As a Surfrider Foundation Ocean Friendly Restaurant, Kamuela Provision Company is dedicated to sustainably serving you.
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Michael
Dined 3 days ago
Was an absolute 10 out of 10, the Ono is a must while in Hawaii!
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Copper Bar at Mauna Kea
4.3
4.3 (634)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Kohala Coast
About the restaurant
Dynamic Takes on Modern Traditions. Copper Bar is one of Kohala Coast’s favorite dining and gathering places. Casual, creative tapas and entrees incorporate locally grown ingredients and are easily paired with a selection of craft cocktails, locally-brewed beers, and wine. Unwind with a handcrafted Mauna Kea Mule and absorb sweeping ocean views that have beckoned travelers for generations.

*Please note that seating to guests that are not in-house at Mauna Kea Beach Hotel is subject to availability*
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Paulvip
Dined 4 days ago
Good food service and entertainment Our waitress Lacey did an excellent job and made some great recommendations especially for dessert
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Honu's on the Beach Restaurant
3.8
3.8 (507)
$30 and under
Hawaii Regional Cuisine
Kailua-Kona
About the restaurant
Three hours of complimentary validated self-parking!

For a premier dining experience in the seaside village of Kailua-Kona, visit Honu’s on the Beach. Honu's on the Beach offers a delicious Hawaiian-style daily buffet breakfast and Kona's famous (and only) Sunday brunch - offering all you can eat sweet snow crab, eggs benedict, etc. Don't miss the make-your-own bloody Mary bar or the bottomless mimosas! Enjoy dining on the spacious lanai with amazing views of historic village of Kailua-Kona. Choose from a tasty a la carte menu or indulge in the breakfast buffet, featuring made-to-order omelets, fresh fruit, pancakes, breakfast meats, and much more.

Saturday night features the popular Prime Rib & Seafood Buffet including all you can eat snow crab, poke, seafood delicacies, and of course, gorgeous prime rib. The full bar offers craft cocktails using private label rum.

Honu's also offers a private dining room for parties and celebrations for up to 80 of your friends and family.
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Chris
Dined on Aug 25, 2024
Food was Awesome but not for that price point, maybe $55 per adult and $25 for kids 12 and under. Or at least give a Kamaina discount 🫣 and they charged my bill wrong 🥴 Staff and service was awesome ! Big Kudos to them working and serving the food up front 😁
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Slow Roasted Prime Rib
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