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Hau Tree at Mauna Kea, Kamuela, HI

Hau Tree at Mauna Kea

4.3
4.3
297 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Romantic
  • Great for scenic views
Just steps from the beach and ocean with your toes practically in the sand, Hau Tree is a casual open-air option for relaxed lunches and dinners on the Big Island of Hawai‘i. It’s complete with a gazebo-style bar perfectly situated for meeting friends old and new while enjoying cocktails, local brews and awaiting a glimpse of the sunset’s elusive green flash. Hau Tree’s menu includes sandwiches, wraps, fish tacos, salads, ice cream, and Mauna Kea’s famous Ovaltine Froth.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon, Tue, Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (808) 882-5707
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual

What 297 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Best Ambiance

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Kid-friendly

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Hot spot

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Romantic

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Hau Tree at Mauna Kea offers a "fantastic beachfront location" with "breathtaking sunset views." Guests rave about the "friendly and attentive staff" and "excellent food," particularly the Poke bowl and Cobb Salad. The casual atmosphere complements the "beautiful music," making it a "wonderful setting on the beach." Despite some mixed food reviews, the "views never disappoint."

297 Reviews
  1. Sandy

    VIP

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a favorite! Consistently excellent food and service. The sunsets are magnificent.

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  2. Fritz

    Minneapolis

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great location and setting next to the beach! The service was awesome, but the food was average to poor and the beer was not cold.

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  3. E

    VIP

    Orange County

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The on the beach dining is superb. Server was great. We got there early & went to bar. Stood there about 10 min before anyone acknowledged us & bartender was right in front of us. Very awkward. Then the drinks.. I got the Mai tai & husband a margarita at $22 each . I could not drink mine. It seriously just tasted like orange juice & looked like it too. Could not taste any of the rich rum flavors. The margarita had little tequila & all mix. I don’t mind paying high price for a special occasion cocktail but these were undrinkable. Food was okay but they were out of so many things. My husbands steak was just ok. Also dining chairs need cushions They are extremely uncomfortable Will go back for the ambience but will definitely not order cocktails

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  4. Brian

    VIP

    Vancouver

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sat basically right on the beach for sunset. Casual setting but food was delicious.

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  5. Chérie

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is always a pleasure to be back at the Copper Bar. Love the hula dancer !!

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  6. Patricia

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Everything was great except the loud and very off key annoying music.

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  7. rich

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great location right on the beach. More casual than other restaurants on the property but the venue right on the beach is fantastic.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was underwhelming. Service just ok. Bathrooms need a major upgrade. Not at all what I would expect from a resort with such a high rating.

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  9. John

    Portland

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent except getting there from Valet parking was LONG UNMarked walk

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  10. Lylyana

    Houston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 3, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place for dinner while enjoying amazing sunset views.

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FAQs

Hau Tree at Mauna Kea is rated 4.3 stars by 297 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today
Google Map for Hau Tree at Mauna Kea

62-100 Mauna Kea Beach Dr, Kamuela, HI 96743-9706

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Kohala Coast
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon, Tue, Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine
  • Phone number
    (808) 882-5707
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