What type of food is Waikoloa known for?

Waikoloa offers a diverse culinary scene. While you'll find excellent traditional Hawaiian and Pacific Rim cuisine, the area is also highly rated for Noodle shops , American , Breakfast restaurants .

How many restaurants are there in Waikoloa?

TasteHi currently indexes 24 highly-rated restaurants in Waikoloa, ranging from budget-friendly local eats to fine dining experiences.

Are there expensive or affordable dining options in Waikoloa?

Dining costs in Waikoloa vary widely by location and venue type. Most venues fall in the moderate price range ($$). You'll find a balanced mix of casual, affordable eateries and upscale dining experiences.

Big Island, Hawaii

Restaurants in Waikoloa

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All 44 Top-Rated Restaurants in Waikoloa

5.0(5 reviews)

Engawa Restaurant

Waikoloa • 62-100 Kaunaoa Dr, Hapuna Resort Golf Course, Waikoloa, Hawaii, 96743

5.0(2 reviews)

Balsimo's Pizza

Waikoloa • 68-1820 Waikoloa Road Suite 507, Waikoloa, Hawaii, 96738

5.0(3 reviews)

Island Greens

Waikoloa • 69-201 Waikoloa Beach Dr, Waikoloa, Hawaii, 96738-5810

4.8(6 reviews)

Smash Daddy's Waikaloa

Waikoloa • 68-1820 Waikoloa Rd, Ste 505, Waikoloa, Hawaii

4.7(9 reviews)

Island Fish & Chips

Waikoloa • 69-250 Waikoloa Beach Dr, Waikoloa, Hawaii, 96738

4.6(14 reviews)

Johnnys-Waikoloa

Waikoloa • 68-1790 Melia St, Waikoloa, Hawaii, 96738-5530

4.4(62 reviews)

Halii Kai

Waikoloa • 69-1029 Nawahine Pl, Waikoloa, Hawaii, 96738-5748

4.4(846 reviews)

Napua at Mauna Lani Beach Club

Waikoloa • 68-1292 S Kaniku Dr Mauna Lani Resort, Kamuela, Waikoloa, Hawaii, 96743-9729

4.4(1,368 reviews)

Pueo's Osteria

Waikoloa • 68-1820 Waikoloa Rd, Waikoloa, Hawaii, 96738

4.3(6,893 reviews)

Lava Lava Beach Club (69-1081 Ku'uali'i Place)

Waikoloa • 69-1081 Ku'uali'i Place, Waikoloa, Hawaii, 96738

4.3(113 reviews)

Island Lava Java (68-1845 Waikoloa Rd)

Waikoloa • 68-1845 Waikoloa Rd, Waikoloa, Hawaii, 96738-5584

4.3(876 reviews)

Island Gourmet Markets (69-201 Waikoloa Beach Dr Space B1/B2 Space B1/B2)

Waikoloa • 69-201 Waikoloa Beach Dr Space B1/B2 Space B1/B2, Waikoloa, Hawaii, 96738-5810

4.3(7 reviews)

Rocko's Country Cookin'

Waikoloa • 68-1820 Waikoloa Rd E505, Waikoloa, Hawaii, 96738

4.2(142 reviews)

Los Tres Mex

Waikoloa • 68-1845 Waikoloa Rd Paniolo Road, Waikoloa, Hawaii, 96738-5584

4.2(179 reviews)

Kuleana Rum Shack

Waikoloa • 69-201 Waikoloa Beach Dr, Waikoloa, Hawaii, 96738-5810

4.2(1,376 reviews)

Kamuela Provision Company

Waikoloa • 69-425 Waikoloa Beach Drive Hilton Waikoloa Village, Waikoloa, Hawaii, 96738

4.2(48 reviews)

Aloha Wine Bar

Waikoloa • 69-201 Waikoloa Beach Dr Queens Market Place, Waikoloa, Hawaii, 96738-5810

4.2(304 reviews)

Sunset Luau at the Waikoloa Beach Marriott

Waikoloa • 69-275 Waikoloa Beach Dr, Waikoloa, Hawaii, 96738-5711

4.2(321 reviews)

Starbucks - Waikoloa (Waikoloa Beach Dr Waikoloa Beach Resort)

Waikoloa • 69-201 Waikoloa Beach Dr Waikoloa Beach Resort #1001 K-1, Waikoloa, Hawaii, 96738-5810

4.2(13 reviews)

Aka'ula Lanai

Waikoloa • 69-275 Waikoloa Beach Dr Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, Waikoloa, Hawaii, 96738

4.2(12 reviews)

Waikaloa Shrimp Co.

Waikoloa • 69-201 Waikoloa Beach Dr Unit F6 QUEEN'S MARKETPLACE FOOD COURT, Waikoloa, Hawaii, 96738-5810

4.1(223 reviews)

Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel Beach Bar

Waikoloa • 62-100 Kaunaoa Dr, Waikoloa, Hawaii, 96743-9749

4.1(2,319 reviews)

Roy's Waikoloa Bar & Grill

Waikoloa • 250 Waikoloa Beach Dr Wiakoloa Beach Resort, Waikoloa, Hawaii, 96738

4.0(30 reviews)

Mauka Bar & Grill

Waikoloa • 69-622 Waikoloa Beach Drive, Waikoloa, Hawaii, 96738

Dining Guide: What to Expect When Dining in Waikoloa

Popular Cuisines & Local Favorites

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Ratings, Menus & Directions

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dining in Waikoloa

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Based on verified guest ratings and data analysis from TasteHi, the highest-rated dining establishment is Engawa Restaurant (scoring 5/5 stars based on 5 reviews). Other highly recommended local venues include Balsimo's Pizza, Island Greens, Smash Daddy's Waikaloa.

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