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| Carpaccio |
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| House Focaccia |
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| Chicken Wings |
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| Oysters |
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| Budino |
There’s a new buzz in Waikoloa Village, and it’s coming straight from the grill at 4K Yakiniku Bar & Grill—the newest restaurant to open in town. We had the chance to check it out on just their second night of business, and wow, the place was already happening! Packed with what looked like locals, friends, and family of the owners, the atmosphere was lively and full of aloha.
Since there weren’t any tables available when we arrived around 6 p.m., we grabbed a couple of seats at the bar and started our evening with drinks and pupus. We ordered the fried calamari (good, but nothing to write home about) and the ahi sashimi, which was a clear standout—fresh, flavorful, and perfectly sliced.
About 30 minutes later, our table was ready, and we were excited to get grilling. We shared the chuck tail flap, beef knuckle, and more ahi, all of which came raw and ready to cook yakiniku-style right at the table. Everything was high quality and full of flavor—the meats were so tasty they barely needed the ponzu sauce or any extra seasoning.
We also sampled the fried rice, which had a nice little kick to it (I passed that one to my spice-loving husband), rounding out a really satisfying meal.
It’s exciting to see a new restaurant bringing this kind of energy and flavor to Waikoloa Village. Between the friendly vibe, quality meats, and interactive grilling experience, 4K Yakiniku Bar & Grill is a welcome addition to this sleepy little town. Here’s hoping they thrive—we’ll definitely be back!
The day following a fun and fulfilling day volunteering at the 33rd Annual Great Waikoloa Rubber Duckie Race at Kings' Shops in Waikoloa, a fundraiser for United Cerebral Palsy Association of Hawaii (UCPA), our group was treated to a well-deserved lunch—courtesy of UCPA.. They chose to support Fosters Kitchen, and we were more than happy to follow their lead. The decision carried extra meaning: the restaurant’s Kailua-Kona location had recently suffered a fire, and dining at their Waikoloa spot was a small but heartfelt way to show support during their recovery.
Fosters Kitchen, located right on the water, offered the perfect setting to unwind. The view was gorgeous, and the food? Absolutely excellent.
We sampled a variety of dishes, and everything hit the mark. Highlights included the bruschetta, stuffed mushrooms, shrimp and grits, fish tacos, and BBQ ribs (we ordered the quarter size). Even the little ones were happy with the keiki chicken tenders and keiki cheeseburger, both of which came with a choice of sides—a nice touch that added value and variety.
One of our friends eats gluten-free, and she was genuinely impressed by how many gluten-free options were available. It’s not always easy to find accommodating menus, but Fosters made it feel effortless.
If you're visiting or staying in Waikoloa, I highly recommend giving Fosters Kitchen a try—not just for the great food, but also to support a local business that’s clearly doing things right.
FOSTER'S KITCHEN
69-250 WAIKOLOA BEACH DRIVE (KING'S SHOPS)
808-563-4801
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| White Bean Dip + Focaccia |
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| Red Baby Romaine |
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| Prosciutto di Parma |
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| Agnolotti |
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| Rigatoni Bolognese |
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| Pappardelle |
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| Pork Chop |
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| Budino |
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| Zeppole |
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| Chicken Cutlet |
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| Cascaron |
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| Cream Puffs |
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| Sisig |
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| Gyoza Raviolo |
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| Pork Terrine |
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| Tinono |
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| Fried Kalo |
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| Tagliatelle with Shrimp |
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| Fried Ehu |
The Fried Ehu dish was a feast in itself, and included a salad and banchan.
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| S'mores Brownie |
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| Fried Haupia |
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| Club House Melt |
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| Prime Rib Dip |
