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!
