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Canoehouse Exteriror - CanoeHouse, Kamuela, HI

CanoeHouse

4.7
4.7
3453 Reviews
$50 and over
Creative Japanese
68-1400 Mauna Lani Dr, Kamuela, HI 96743

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 65 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 2022-12-29.

View menu on restaurant's website

What 3,453 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
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • 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

    Great for fine wines

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Romantic

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Great for scenic views

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Good for special occasions

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
CanoeHouse offers an "outstanding" dining experience on the Big Island, known for its "spectacular" ocean views and "amazing" sunsets. Guests rave about the "amazing" service, with staff like Ian and Sam frequently praised. The menu features "delicious" Hawaiian and Asian cuisine, with highlights like the chef's tasting menu and fresh fish options. While the price is high, the ambiance and "exquisite" flavors make it a "favorite" for many.
3,453 Reviews

  1. Grace VIP

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The hotel and the restaurant restaurant was very beautiful. The ambiance was great. The food was very tasty and fresh. The seasoning were very unique. We enjoyed the bread, salads, the fish and the lamb chops.

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  2. Rose

    Hawaii2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner was absolutely fantastic. We had the shrimp dish, Kona Kampachi dish, roasted carrots and crispy potatoes sides. Everything was so very yummy! Never had potatoes like that. They were amazing.

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  3. Linda

    Hawaii1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The canoe house is definitely top drawer. It is our second visit. We actually had our wedding night dinner at this restaurant 24 years ago. The views are spectacular. The weight staff was very friendly and the food was excellent.

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  4. Howard VIP

    Los Angeles151 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Can’t beat the location. We got married on that beach and had our wedding dinner at this place 11 years ago. Since then, it has been renovated and everything has improved. Great food, great service but very expensive. Easily the most expensive restaurant we have ever eaten at. In my humble opinion, it is overpriced.

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  5. Jessica

    San Antonio2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff and good were great! Definitely recommend to anyone visiting the island.

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  6. Kate VIP

    Sacramento7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    CanoeHouse is the best restaurant on the island, hands down. Food is spectacular, service is AMAZING (we love Ian), atmosphere is beautiful, etc., etc! The hotel itself is great - updated, great staff, beautiful beach. I hate to say this out loud because I don’t want it to be harder to get reservations!!

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  7. James

    San Francisco8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always perfect: from the greeting at the hostess desk, to the prompt service, and exquisite cuisine. Did I mention the dramatic sunset?

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  8. Sue VIP

    Phoenix216 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The setting is absolutely beautiful and worth a trip to dine here. The menu is interesting. The things we ordered were good but not outstanding given the prices. The Mai Tai’s are exceptional.

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  9. Julie

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely amazing food and service! Best place to watch a sunset as well!

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  10. Michelle VIP

    Baja California6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our yearly tradition each time we visit The Big Island and The Canoe House NEVER disappoints! The food, the service, the view/location…can’t be beat! Thank you Canoe House!!

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FAQs

CanoeHouse is rated 4.7 stars by 3453 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

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Booked 65 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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