Originally Posted by
pancakex
Merriman's in Waimea is great.
Da Poke Shack in Kona (literally a shack! very small

) is great for poke (if you like sushi, it's similar, just chopped up fish and green onions, soy sauce and some chili flakes for spiciness, but SO GOOD)
Cafe Pesto in Kawaihae has great pizzas and I enjoy their crab cake salad.
Brown's Beach House at the Fairmont is amazing for sunsets (outdoor seating very close to the beach there)
Second these recommendations. Merriman's is great, although the drive is quite lengthy and involves sharp changes in elevation. Something perhaps to be avoided at night if it's your first time headed that way.