Merrimans Restaurant Waimea Big Island
American Restaurant and New American Restaurant$$$$
Kamuela
The experts at Bon Appetit Magazine and Epicurious recommend this place
"amazing things Merrimans"(4 Tips)
"We loved the mac nut crusted fish and pasta!"(2 Tips)
"Pig and sweet onion quesadilla with kimchi 👌🏼"(2 Tips)
"Get the wok charred ahi and the chocolate purse for desert."(4 Tips)
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Damian BayonaFebruary 17, 2017First rate dining experience on the big island. Food is all local and superb. Waitstaff is friendly and very knowledgeable. Price is high for the island but a steal for the quality and experience.
Dennis GrahamMay 30, 2022Absolutely the best restaurant on the big island. Wonderful food and staff. Take great care and nice celebration of our anniversary.Upvoted Mar 2
Konstantin KlyaginJanuary 5, 2015Get the tuna steak. And fillet mignon. Creme brûlée desert is a must, too. Unbelievably good food. Although the place is somewhat classy, they don't mind shorts and flip-flops. Reserve in advance.
Peter BarbounisJanuary 7, 2020One of the best dinning experiences on the big island. Located 35 minutes from Waikoloa beach. During high season, I would highly suggest making reservations 3-4 days in advance.
Casey AndersonOctober 31, 2018The original Hawaii Regional Cuisine hot spot, fusing island ingredients with flavors of the Pacific Rim. A gourmet meal to be savored and remembered. Service, ambiance, quality... all top notch.
Rob RayOctober 23, 2022Food is amazing, but is somehow overshadowed by the service. They really go out of their way to make everyone feel like family. The food is ridiculous though!
Not sure what to get for dinner? You can do a "half & half" and try two smaller portions of two entrees. You just can't get the bone in New York or the fresh catch of the day as a halves.
Jeff MelnykDecember 21, 2015Truly exceptional. Rare to visit a restaurant and want every single item on the menu. Fresh local produce and day caught fish!
Todd ParsonsFebruary 17, 2014For a big night out. Call ahead for flower leis and specially prepared desserts. Wine list is stellar. But a whole bean bag of the peaberry coffee they serve. Stuff is nuclear. Enjoy!!
Giulia PratiAugust 26, 2015The macadamia crusted monchong was delicious as well as the locally sourced filet mignon. Photos of all their original farmers add an authentic feel. We came back two nights in a row!
Good food. Good service. One of the better places on the island for food, lunch at least. Friends say lunch is much better than dinner.
Matt Ta-MinJune 3, 2015Fantastic local cuisine. Really great setting. Really well cooked local ingredients. Catch of the day is definitely worth going for.
ᴡ ElliotJune 19, 2015If you want to try two entrees, they'll let you order a half portion of each. It's genius. The mahi mahi is alright but not amazing. The seasonal dishes are the way to go
Torzin SOctober 15, 2019Friendly and attentive staffs, nice and creatively designed food, one of the nicest on the island.
Jessalyn PinneoFebruary 3, 2019Simply wonderful! Fresh, local food deliciously prepared and delightfully presented, with top-notch service.
EpicuriousAugust 24, 2010Everything is locally-sourced here at this "Hawaiian regional" restaurant. Merriman cooks simply, allowing the robust flavors and beautiful colors to take center stage.
Alex SandarsApril 19, 2011Everything is good. Really. You can even tour their farms and pick what you want them to make for you. Chris is a bit high energy for the island but a very knowledgable server.- Enrique CruzAugust 26, 2015Everything is great. Try the duo of entrees so you can experience a couple of the amazing things Merrimans has to offer.
Syndee MFebruary 22, 2014Outstanding! Waiter recommendations were right on the money! Will be back...maybe tomorrow!
Thomas ColtonSeptember 7, 2013Some of the best food on the island. One of the must see restaurants. Haven't had a bad thing on the menu- RCJanuary 26, 2017Do the tasting and let the chef do the work. We loved the mac nut crusted fish and pasta!
Adam FoxJune 30, 2013Hamakua mushrooms are amazing! You can get two half portions of any two entrees - a great way to experience more of the menu.
Andrew GaldiMay 17, 2021Outstanding service, amazing food, and great wine selection! Can’t go wrong!
Dan DarcyJanuary 9, 2013Get the ahi trio for apps, mixed plate for dinner and the coconut creme brûlée. Boom.
Consistently one of the best dining experiences on the island.
Sophia YenApril 13, 2013Never miss an opportunity to eat here. Yum!!! Fish Mac nut encrusted and ahi. Dessert and salad
Richard GongNovember 23, 2014Dinner for eight on our way to the airport saying farewell to karis, tj, and eddie as they return to the mainland.
Nick YNovember 27, 2010Their appetizer sampler is the best way to go, you get to try all the carefully designed dishes at the same time!
Try the Merri Happy Hour Friday-Saturday-Sunday 2-5 pm in the garden!
Tabitha MoeOctober 20, 2010Try anything with the heirloom beets they are amazing. Better than anything I've had in recent memory.
Jacqueline Kress Jr.September 4, 2012Had an amazing dinner if you are ever in Waimea you must eat at Merriman's
Rafael LorenzoJuly 3, 2013... Q. is it dark chocolate? ... A. it is amazing chocolate! ... delicioso
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"The tuna melt and quesadilla were my favorites. Smoothies are great too!"
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