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Our top picks for more expensive restaurants on Big-island

There are many different types of restaurants in Hawaii. We have searched through all the restaurants and listed all the local ones. We have excluded national chains, as our goal is to get you to experience a more Hawaiian experience, as well as support more local Hawaii restaurants. If you would like to eat at a national chain, there are many around. Our recommendation is to venture out to these local restaurants to more fully experience your Hawaiian vacation. Below is a list of more expensive restaurants on Big-island. If you know of a restaurant in Big-island that should be on this list, please let us know why you feel that way. If you think a restaurant on this list doesn't deserve to be on here, let us know that as well.
Roy’s Waikoloa Bar & Grill
Roy’s Waikoloa Bar & Grill
  • Do you want options? Roy's Waikoa Bar & Grill won't disappoint. From a la carte to a small bites and a three-course meal, the restaurant can cater to your dining needs. Specials are to die for too with choices ranging from lobster bao buns and rack of lambs that don't break the bank.

    Restaurant Hours
    Open Daily I 4:30pm - 8:30pm 

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TIME OPEN 4:30 PM AVERAGE MEAL PRICE  65.00
Merriman's Big Island
Merriman's Big Island
  • You can never go wrong with an award-winning restaurant. Merriman's in Big Island offers fresh, bold, and authentic island dishes like its concocted Merriman's burger and kalua pig and sweet onion quesadilla served with mango chili sauce and house-made kim chee. All these are served with a preferred local beer or wines and Hawaiian hospitality.

    Restaurant Hours
    Open Daily I Lunch: Monday - Friday 11:30am - 2:00pm
    Dinner: 5:00pm - 8:30pm
    Brunch: Saturday & Sunday 10:30am - 2:00pm
    Open for indoor dining
    Reservations Required

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TIME OPEN 11:30 AM AVERAGE MEAL PRICE  55.00
Jackie Rey’s Ohana Grill
Jackie Rey’s Ohana Grill
  • Jackie Rey's Ohana Grill can refer two different restaurants: Kona, which opened in 2004, and Hilo Bay, which started serving in 2016. Regardless of your choice, the restaurant's values remain the same. These include using only freshly caught fish, locally sourced veggies and herbs, and the taste that reminds you of comfort and home.

    Restaurant Hours
    Open Daily I 4:00pm - 8:30pm 
    Happy Hours I 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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TIME OPEN 4:00 PM AVERAGE MEAL PRICE  35.00