Manta at Mauna Kea

4.5

1597 Reviews

$50 and over

Pacific Rim

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2 people

Feb 26, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 34 times today

Great for outdoor dining
Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions

Manta is the signature restaurant of the iconic Mauna Kea Beach Hotel and has breathtaking views of the Kohala Coast. The menu is a curation of Pacific Rim cuisine with seasonal, local, and sustainably-produced ingredients.
Chef Bryan Nagao has gained formidable reputation in the international food community. He was once described by American media as "the most notable figures in rendering Modern Asian cuisine in the Northern hemisphere". The creativity permeating his cuisine stems from the diversity of his culinary background. Bryan's cuisine is a multi-faceted reflection of his Hawai'i Island birthplace, his Japanese ancestry, and decades spent in the finest restaurants in Hong Kong and Taipei.
Manta features live music on Tues, Wed, & Sat.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Pacific Rim, Global, International, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(808) 882-5810
Website
http://maunakeabeachhotel.com/dining/big-island-hi-breakfast-buffet/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Executive Chef
Bryan Nagao
Private party facilities
Please contact our Assistant Director of Food & Beverage Lisa Nordstrom LNordstrom@maunakeabeachhotel.com to learn more about our private dining options.

Location
62-100 Mauna Kea Beach Drive, Kamuela, HI 96743
Neighbourhood
Kohala Coast
Cross Street
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Mauna Kea Beach Drive<br />Kohala Coast, HI 96743
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Island Mushroom "En Papillote"US$28.00
House Pomodoro, "Feta" Kalamata Olive Salsa, Basil, Virgin Olive Oil
Cream of Tomato SoupUS$19.00
Buratta Cheese, Crostini
Baby Romaine LettuceUS$19.00
Belgian Endive, Kamuela Mushroom, Waimea Tomato, Whole Grain Mustard
Beet Root SaladUS$20.00
Puna Goat Cheese, Parsley, Cucumber, Waimea Tomato, Meyer Lemon Dressing
Burrata SaladUS$20.00
Hearts of Palm, 3 y/o Iberico Ham, Radicchio, Papaya, Papaya Seed Vinaigrette
Crispy Brussel SproutsUS$16.00
Apple Smoked Bacon, Rosemary, Bleu Cheese, Yuzu
Hamachi CrudoUS$29.00
Finger Limess, Jalapeno Oil, Yuzu Kosho
Manta SashimiUS$30.00
Kona Kampachi, Local Tuna, Saikyo Miso, Shiso, Mustard Cabbage
Uni PastaUS$39.00
36 Month Iberico Ham, Lardo di Colonnata
Tarragon Scallop RavioliUS$39.00
Caviar, Butter, Pipinola Shoots
Locaol Oxtail PappardelleUS$48.00
Ali'i & Porcini Mushroom, Tomato, Parmigiano Reggiano
Kona AbaloneUS$39.00
Foie Gras, Sansho Peppercorns, Ponzu
Shanghai LobsterUS$58.00
Garlic, Chili, Capers, Vin Jaune Wine

Pa Nui

Batik CurryUS$52.00
Pumpkin, Bok Choy, Eggplant, 'Ulu, Mushrooms, Carrots, Broccolini
Mac-Crusted Mahi-MahiUS$62.00
Pipinola, Big Island Shiitake, Tomato, Pineapple Jus, Herb Oil
Kona Kampachi MeuniereUS$65.00
Braised Romaine, Saffron Puree, Capers, Parsley, Myers Lemon, Tomato, Butter
Fresh CatchUS$68.00
Kaua'i Prawns, Warabi, STomato, Sauce Maltaise, Roasted Bone Jus
Grilled Puna Chicken BreastUS$52.00
Chayote Chutney, Kabocha, Pumpkin Puree, Broccolini, Roasted Chicken Jus
Oregon Lamb ChopsUS$65.00
Big Island Merguez Sausage, Artichoke, Asparagus, Shiitake Mushroom, Ulu, Piquillo Sauce
Pennsylvania Dutch Veal ChopUS$70.00
Potato Puree, Morel Cream Sauce
Prime FiletUS$75.00
Mole, Chimichurri, Elote, Fondant Potato
Forgotten ZucchiniUS$52.00
Island Vanilla Scented Baby Carrots, Ulu, Beluga Lentils, Hilo Palms, Pickled Beet Hummus

Mea 'Ono

Mauna Kea SorbetUS$14.00
Trio Sampler, Local & Fresh Fruit
Big Island Goat Cheese CakeUS$17.00
Strawberry Gelee, Balsamic Vinegar
Bittersweet Chocolate TorteUS$20.00
Walnut Linzer, Red Wine Ice Cream, Fruits of the Forest
Bombe AlaskaUS$20.00
Macadamia Parfait, Salted Caramel Ice Cream, Macadamia Crumble, Meringue, Lilikoi Syrup
Creme BruleeUS$22.00
Makili Farm Vanilla Bean, Pineapple Preserves, Palmier
Manta Lilikoi SouffleUS$22.00
Coconut Ice Cream
Chocolate SouffleUS$22.00
Kona Coffee Ice Cream, Vanilla Cream Sauce

What 1,597 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.9Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Hawaii
Great for outdoor dining
Hawaii
Great for scenic views
Hawaii / Big Island
Best Ambience
Hawaii / Big Island
Great for fine wines
Hawaii / Big Island
Great for outdoor dining
Hawaii / Big Island
Romantic
Hawaii / Big Island
Great for scenic views
Hawaii / Big Island
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Manta at Mauna Kea offers a "beautiful setting" with "spectacular views" perfect for sunset dining. Guests rave about the "excellent service" from knowledgeable staff like Bronson and Nick. The menu features "amazing food," particularly fresh fish dishes. While pricey, the "ambiance is unbeatable," making it a "must on the Big Island."

1,597 Reviews

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Jackie
VIP
San Francisco
8 reviews
1.0
8 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Food was really not good. Beautiful restaurant with very nice servers
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Lisa
VIP
Denver
157 reviews
5.0
157 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our meal was outstanding. Four of us had dinner and although expensive, every bite was worth it. Good service provided by Sylvia. The burrata salad, Kauai shrimp, steak, and ahi tuna all extremely delicious.The dessert Bombe and chocolate soufflé were both wonderful too The surf was rough- so the walk down the steps to look for mantas did not reveal any in the light set up. However, all in all, this was a great fancy dinner for our last night in Hawaii !
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Russell
Charleston
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
The food was good but my steak was incredibly rich and I couldn’t eat it. Everyone else seemed to enjoy it.
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carol
VIP
Boise
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful setting at sunset. Wonderful food and our waiter Bronson was absolutely 5 star. That could also be said of all the staff we encountered
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Sherri
Minneapolis
116 reviews
5.0
116 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our food was delicious and our server made some excellent recommendations for wine. Our only disappointment was having a reservation after dark and not being able to see the sunset or the water. We could only hear it lapping against the shoreline. Next time…. We will come before dark!!
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Andrei
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Out of the restaurants at both Marriott locations this one had the quickest and best service including the food was actually cooked well.
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Tonja
VIP
New York City
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fish was fresh and flavorful. The ambience cannot be any better. Service was fantastic. Incredibly expensive on the high end of even Hawaii restaurants. Salads and appetizers run roughly $22-$30 each. Main course average is $60-70. Bottles of wine are $85+. If you can get past the prices, you will not be disappointed.
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Liz
London
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Despite reserving a table , we were 20 minutes late on seating. Tables were available but not offered to us
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Chad
Seattle
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing 5* service. They attend to you well, as you'd expect from a high end restaurant. The food all tasted good but I wasn't blown away. The best item I'd say was my 16oz prime Rib steak special but it costs $98! I was shocked when I got the bill. It was delicious but certainly not a cut worth that cost. The Mahi Mahi crusted fish was also very good. One very nice surprise wad they offered a reasonable kids menu. The view was also fantastic but unfortunately the mantas were not visiting that night due to the high waves. That was the biggest disappointment. I don't blame the restaurant though. It was certainly out of their control.
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emily
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful restaurant and great food. Makes a great date night.
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Manta at Mauna Kea is rated 4.5 stars by 1597 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 26, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 34 times today

62-100 Mauna Kea Beach Drive, Kamuela, HI 96743

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Mauna Kea Beach Drive<br />Kohala Coast, HI 96743
Neighbourhood
Kohala Coast
Hours of Operation
Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Pacific Rim, Global, International, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
Valet
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Bryan Nagao
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://maunakeabeachhotel.com/dining/big-island-hi-breakfast-buffet/
Phone number
(808) 882-5810
Private party facilities
Please contact our Assistant Director of Food & Beverage Lisa Nordstrom LNordstrom@maunakeabeachhotel.com to learn more about our private dining options.

Manta at Mauna Kea

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Manta Sashimi

Mauna Kea Sorbet

Bombe Alaska

Pa Li'ili'i

Island Mushroom "En Papillote"US$28.00

Cream of Tomato SoupUS$19.00

Baby Romaine LettuceUS$19.00

Beet Root SaladUS$20.00

Burrata SaladUS$20.00

Crispy Brussel SproutsUS$16.00

Hamachi CrudoUS$29.00

Manta SashimiUS$30.00

Uni PastaUS$39.00

Tarragon Scallop RavioliUS$39.00

Locaol Oxtail PappardelleUS$48.00

Kona AbaloneUS$39.00

Shanghai LobsterUS$58.00

Pa Nui

Batik CurryUS$52.00

Mac-Crusted Mahi-MahiUS$62.00

Kona Kampachi MeuniereUS$65.00

Fresh CatchUS$68.00

Grilled Puna Chicken BreastUS$52.00

Oregon Lamb ChopsUS$65.00

Pennsylvania Dutch Veal ChopUS$70.00

Prime FiletUS$75.00

Forgotten ZucchiniUS$52.00

Mea 'Ono

Mauna Kea SorbetUS$14.00

Big Island Goat Cheese CakeUS$17.00

Bittersweet Chocolate TorteUS$20.00

Bombe AlaskaUS$20.00

Creme BruleeUS$22.00

Manta Lilikoi SouffleUS$22.00

Chocolate SouffleUS$22.00

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