Manta at Mauna Kea

Manta at Mauna Kea reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Carolyn VIP

   Denver13 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 5

   Service was horrific , waited 40 min for some drawn butter for our seafood tower, asked no less than 4 people for it and kept being told the chef was working on it. It’s melted butter , how long can that take? Our waitress spoke in one to two word sentences then would disappear for 20 min. Eventually the manager and other waiters came to help so felt like we didn’t know who to ask to order etc and our mains didn’t get put in while we waited for the butter. they took 30$ off our 500+$ bill for our inconvenience when we said we wanted to leave . Good food but overall horrible service. The manager was very nice and did try to help but something was very off here, maybe it was just our server who was bad as everyone else seemed like they were trying. They didn’t seem under staffed. Wonderful ambiance if you get your food, but for 185$ a seafood “tower” should have more food and multiple tiers imo. I’d go back to hopefully have a better experience as the food was good. Request a table outside.
   

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   Gina VIP

   Chicago3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Absolutely amazing experience! From the moment we walked in, we were treated like family by Kiley, the General Manager. The service was impeccable—friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. The food was nothing short of spectacular, each dish so fresh & full of fresh flavors. It’s clear that this restaurant takes pride in both the quality of its food and the care it provides to its guests. We felt truly special and can’t wait to come back. Highly recommend to anyone looking for fantastic food and a warm, inviting atmosphere! Thank you, Kiley & team.
   

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   Jolene VIP

   San Francisco13 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Gorgeous setting and delicious food and drinks! Friendly attentive service. Felt the portions were too small for the price.
   

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   Barbara VIP

   Central Coast3 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on March 22, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 5

   Awful server, long wait to be greeter, lack knowledge about food and wine, had to ask a couple times for items. Food unique with fresh items but on the bland side and bread was stale. I asked to speak to manager and no showed up. Location. lovely and special, too bad service did not meet our t expectations and outrageous price.
   

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   Josh

   Toronto19 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 21, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   What an absolutely stunning experience, the hotel has an old lux charm , with attentive white lotus vibes staff. The restaurant is magical to watch the sunset, with great food and drinks, and then stroll down to see the manta rays feed. 10/10
   

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   Pam and Larry VIP

   Seattle30 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 20, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had a wonderful dinner at Manta last night. Richelle was our server and she was fantastic. We both enjoyed the Madnut Mahi and it was delicious. We will be back! We have dined at Manta several times over the years and it is always great and you cannot beat the beautiful setting!
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   New York City2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 17, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   It was wonderful to revisit Mauna Kea after being there with my mother in 1975, so 50 years ago, it was beautiful and ground breaking then, it did not disappoint this time. The food at Manta was delicious, the only disappointment was that the Manta Rays did not come out to play, until the next time. 💖
   

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   Paul

   Phoenix13 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 15, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Great drinks (Old Fashioned for both my wife and me) and main course (Seared Ahi Tuna for my wife and Ono - Catch of the day for me). Oyster appetizer was excellent, but could have included some hot sauces and small forks. Outdoor seating along the beach was nice although several rows in from the outside perimeter. Service was adequate, although waitress seemed distant (busboy was phenomenal). A luxury restaurant, but still overpriced for the overall experience.
   

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   OpenTable Diner VIP

   London3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 15, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Everything was fantastic. We went twice in 4 days!
   

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    Diane

    Orange County24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Another wonderful dining experience at Manta. The menu offers creative upscale treats (seared foie gras, scallop ravioli with caviar, chocolate soufflé), served attentively (Richelle you are wonderful) and made us feel so welcome, an amazing ocean and sunset view that compliments the evening’s divine experience.
    

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