Diners' Choice: Good for groups restaurants in Hawaii / Big Island

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar - Mauna Lani, Big Island

4.8

4.8 (5501)

$31 to $50

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

Kamuela

About the restaurant

Tommy Bahama combines a tranquil environment and good food with an emphasis on hospitality to make for the perfect place to recharge or unwind while indulging in a unique dining experience. The experience is sure to feel like a getaway, whether you’re on vacation or looking for a vacation from your everyday life. For more information: www.tommybahama.com

Top review

TerryVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Thank you for making my birthday celebration special. Always good food and friendly staff there.

Meridia

4.7

4.7 (2045)

$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.

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StephanieVIP

Dined 1 day ago

A fabulous restaurant, amazing service, great food, excellent drinks and very friendly to gluten and dairy allergies. My only negative comment… it’s pricey. Would I go again…. 100% yes!

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4.6

4.6 (1866)

$50 and over

Italian

Waikoloa

About the restaurant

Welcome to Pueo’s Osteria, an Italian-inspired, inviting restaurant that provides great food, prepared from scratch daily, complimented with a stocked wine list and set in a delightful osteria environment. Co-Proprietor & Chef James Babian focuses on original creative dishes, pairing the finest, authentic Italian products with select seafood, produce and meats from boutique farms (sourced locally whenever possible), including “farm-fresh” products from local farmers’ markets.
Pueo's is located at the new Waikoloa Plaza in Waikoloa Village with ample free parking and designated pick-up stalls right outside the restaurant.
The "Pueo" is a nocturnal owl indigenous to Hawaii, which symbolizes Chef's focus on serving dinner and into the evening hours. Pueo's Osteria caters to locals and visitors via sit-down, bar and take-out. Engaging service, approachable pricing, great flavors and a lively atmosphere await at Pueo’s Osteria – food, wine & fun … "where the night owls meet."

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OpenTable DinerVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Great food. Sitting outside was preferred - especially after sunset. Staff was nice but expect super sow service - over 30 minutes to order a drink or food, 30 more minutes for even the bread to arrive, and no one checking in on you after you get your meal.

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Miyo's Restaurant and Izakaya Bar

4.6

4.6 (193)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Hilo

About the restaurant

A local favorite, Miyo’s Restaurant has served the Hilo area since 1987. Under the direction of it's owner, Louis Pauole, Miyo's Restaurant serves up homestyle Japanese food using quality ingredients and it's beloved recipes created by Miyo herself!

Come and enjoy entrees such as Hot Pots, Curry, Teriyaki, Tempura, Seafood and much more! While you're awaiting your delicious meal, you can also sip on a handcrafted cocktail made by our talented bartenders from our Izakaya Bar - Hilo's newest hot spot! With a full bar, 15 beers on tap, an exclusive evening tapas menu and a cozy, rustic atmosphere, there's something for everyone!

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Margaret

Dined 7 days ago

I dine at Miyos often and I’ve never had a bad experience yet

Kenichi Pacific

4.2

4.2 (1511)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Kailua-Kona

About the restaurant

Walk Ins are welcome or please call for personal reservations if there isn't an open time 808 322-6400
Kenichi Pacific, where your taste buds embark on an unforgettable journey! Located in the heart of Kailua Kona, HI, Big Island we pride ourselves on serving the freshest sushi, steak, seafood, meticulously crafted cocktails from locally sourced ingredients.
Our menu is a celebration of flavor, featuring daily sushi specials, that showcase the finest catch of the day, as well as unique Chef specials that highlight seasonal ingredients. Each dish is a masterpiece, designed to tantalize your palate and elevate your dining experience.
At Kenichi Pacific, we believe that great food deserves a great atmosphere. Enjoy our inviting setting, where friendly service meets a vibrant ambiance, perfect for intimate dinners or lively gatherings with friends and family. Join us for a culinary adventure that promises not just a meal, but an amazing experience.

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SigridVIP

Dined 6 days ago

For a very long time, Kenichi Pacific Restaurant has been one of my favorites. The food is outstanding in quality and creativity. My server Alika answered all my questions about the menu and explained terms unknown to me. His service with excellent.

WSW The Steakhouse | Breakfast, Sunday Brunch & Dinner

4.2

4.2 (1272)

$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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Ipokailani

Dined 7 days ago

Thank you so much for bringing back this seafood buffet. Our server Pikake was very attentive and pleasant. We will definitely return. Merry Christmas to you and your staff 🎅🎅🎄🎄

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WSW Steakhouse Sunday Brunch Buffet

Binchotan

4.2

4.2 (553)

$30 and under

Unspecified

Kohala Coast

About the restaurant

Binchotan: Bar & Grill is a gathering place for friends and family to enjoy a fresh take on Asian cuisine. Our menu features the time-honored tradition of grilling meat, seafood and produce over an open flame. Shared plates, handcrafted sushi and grilled skewers are the hallmarks of this culinary experience. Our full service bar showcases artisan cocktails, premium sake and a vast collection of whiskey. We invite diners to indulge in a flavorful feast as they raise a glass of Muay Tai to toast the most glorious sunsets over the Kohala Coast!

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Mike

Dined 2 days ago

Service and food were great. As with everything at that fairmont it was a little pricy. Service was adequate but nothing over the top. The seafood grill was amazing.

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Popular dish

TUNA CRISPY RICE

Hawaii Calls - Marriott Waikoloa

4.0

4 (617)

$31 to $50

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

Waikoloa

About the restaurant

Treat your self to spectacular dinning experience at Hawaii Calls Restaurant. Located inside the Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, our restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Top review

AnneVIP

Dined today

Amazing. Seafood pasta Alfredo was the special and it was crazy good. Peach and Jennie made my dining experience that much more special.

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Experience

Prime Rib & Crab Buffet

Experience

Christmas Night Dinner Buffet

Experience

New Years Eve Dinner Buffet

Honu's on the Beach Restaurant

3.9

3.9 (519)

$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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Lori

Dined on Nov 29, 2024

Great experience all around. The drinks were wonderful!

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Popular dish

Slow Roasted Prime Rib

Alebrije Mexican Restaurant & Bar

3.9

3.9 (21)

$30 and under

Mexican

Waikoloa

About the restaurant

We are proud to share the best our Mexican cuisine has to offer with the people of Big Island Hawaii. With carefully chosen ingredients and an authentic menu made daily from scratch, we guarantee a dining experience like none other. When you visit Alebrije Hawaii, it shouldn’t be just for a quick bite. We invite you to sit a while with friends and family and enjoy delicious, traditional food in a vibrant atmosphere. Our highly-trained team will recommend dishes to match your personal taste and turn each visit into a fiesta of flavors.

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Rachel

Dined on Dec 12, 2024

We had been wanting to try this place, but the night we went it was booked so this time we made a reservation and it was empty lol. Anyways the food and drinks were yummy everyone loved their food and my hubs is from Texas so that was the real test. We will be going back for sure!

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