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Merriman

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About this business

Chef Peter Merriman, the former culinary star of Mauna Lani Resort, has received critical and public acclaim for his Upcountry venture. Serving the best and freshest Big Island products with contemporary flair, this restaurant is on a par with the finest resort gourmet rooms. Mr. Merriman personally supervises the purchase of ingredients from local farms and makes sure to give credit where credit is due. Fresh seafood, creative salads and decadent desserts are always present on the ever-changing menu. 

Location details

65-1227 Opelo Road Kamuela B, Kawaihae, HI, 96743, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
4.71,853 reviews
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2 years ago

the best when your on the big island going thru waimea, you have to treat yourself to merrimans. the food is fabulous and the decor inside is beautiful. everything on the menu (very extensive) is excellent and the wine list is great. a must! 

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2 years ago

eat here This is a wonderful restaurant. It is owned by the same person who owns the Hula Grill in Maui. Never disappointed.A little of a drive but worth it. great fish. Reservations a must. 

Julie R.'s profile image
8 years ago

Probably one of my favorite restaurants on the Big Island of Hawaii in a small town called Waimea. Never disappoints. The staff is on point with menu knowledge. The food is unbelievably great. What's best is they support local farmers and ranchers so their menu changes according to what is best quality and freshest. 

sheryl r.'s profile image
16 years ago

eat here This is a wonderful restaurant. It is owned by the same person who owns the Hula Grill in Maui. Never disappointed.A little of a drive but worth it. great fish. Reservations a must. 

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Ann Marie P. 
17 years ago

the best when your on the big island going thru waimea, you have to treat yourself to merrimans. the food is fabulous and the decor inside is beautiful. everything on the menu (very extensive) is excellent and the wine list is great. a must! 

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Randi Schmelzer 
19 years ago

Unpretentious restaurant in the heart of Waimea ranch country marks the recognized birthplace of Hawaiian regional cuisine. – The Scene In 1988, Chef Peter Merriman opened what has become the Big Island's most renowned dinner destination. The low-volume dining room is designed in a French country-meets-Hawaiian art-deco style, with the ambience of a Midwestern steakhouse. Walls are covered with cattle-country knickknacks and black-and-white photos of local growers and ranchers. The Food The restaurant relies on area food pro... read more

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Merriman has a 4.7 star rating with 1,853 reviews. 

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Merriman is open now. It will close at 6:00 p.m.  

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