Best Authentic Restaurants in Kawaihae

Great food and service . We had an awesome time. Don’t miss going to this place.

Always the best sushi, Sansei never disappoints. We were a little early for our reservation, but they were able to accommodate us. We had a couple substitution requests due a food sensitivity and a very picky toddler, but they made it happen. We visit on every trip to the Big Island, and will continue to do so!

We were staying across the street at the Westin Hapuna and we’re looking for an authentic Japanese restaurant. Less to choose from in the Kohala area than we thought. Engawa is located across the street a short, five minute walk very convenient. The couple that manages and runs the Omakase experience is very enjoyable very authentic really a lot of fun . They are the ONLY sake Brewery in Hawaii. Thanks small craft beer, sucking style. Omakase menu was delightful with a broad array of flavors and taste all for quality We added the sake pairings. Try it!

Closed due to maintenance, unfortunately. Hopefully they can block reservations and update their google profile during the closure because getting our large party there to find it closed with no notice was disappointing and it was a struggle to find another reservation elsewhere :/