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4 ONO-LICIOUS | FEBRUARY 10, 2017 A la Carte Romantic restaurants in West Hawaii BY KAREN ANDERSON With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, romance is on the menu at fine-dining restaurants across West Hawaii. One of the most romantic destinations on the Big Island, CanoeHouse offers the ultimate in tropical ambiance by the sea. The flagship restaurant of Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows, CanoeHouse serves Hawaii Regional Cuisine inspired by the melting pot of Hawaii’s myriad ethnic influences. A comprehensive roster of premium wines pairs perfectly with such dishes as the Hawaii Rancher’s filet mignon, served with creamy Yukon gold potato pureé and Waimea roasted vegetables. One of the highlights of the menu, the wok-tossed Kona lobster is tossed with roasted Hamakua Ali‘i mushrooms and lup cheong, nestled in a bed of locally harvested greens. A special-occasion culinary destination at Waikoloa Beach Resort, Roy’s Waikoloa overlooks the Kings’ Course Lake and Fairway at the Kings’ Shops. The most popular menu items are designated as “Roy’s Classics,” enticing guests since 1988 when Roy’s first opened its doors in Honolulu. Among the classics include Hibachi Grilled Salmon; Macadamia- Crusted Hawaiian Monchong; Grilled Szechuan Spiced Baby Back Pork Ribs; and Roy’s Original Crispy Blue Crab Cakes. The Hawaiian- Style Misoyaki Butterfish highlights Alaskan black cod served with tempura vegetables, kobocha squash and leeks in soy vinaigrette. Located at the Shops at Mauna Lani, the elegant and upscale Ruth’s Chris Steak House is acclaimed worldwide for its sizzling steaks, savory sides and sterling service. Linen tablecloths set the stage for candlelit romance SPECIAL TO WEST HAWAII TODAY Romance is in the air at Ruth’s Chris Steak House, featuring an elegant ambience SEE ROMANTIC PAGE 5 in the bar and lounge (pictured) and in the main dining room. COURTESY PHOTO LEGENDARY DINING THE KOA TABLE BY CHEF IPPY 808.339.7145 A-BAY’S ISLAND GRILL 808.209 .8494 ISLAND FISH AND CHIPS 808.886. 0005 ROY’S WAIKOLOA BAR & GRILL 808.886.4321 Located in W aikoloa Beach R esort KingsShops.com | 808.886.8811 OUR HOURS HAVE CHANGED! MON – FRI 10AM TO 9PM SAT AND SUN 8AM TO 9PM KEAUHOU SHOPPING CENTER 78-6831 ALI’I DR. KAILUA-KONA HI 96740 333-3434


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