FORC

Love is in the air at FORC

Gather your family and special someone for Dinner service 4:30-8:30pm. Celebrate with us for Valentine’s Day with a special menu. Make a reservation through the reservations tab, by phone or online with Open Table to experience the fresh harvest flavors of the Big Island. Locals love happy hour 3-4:30pm with the bar serving till 9pm first come, first served. Have something else in mind? Plan with us for private dining and special event dates.

Please note due to a staffing shortage Brunch has been suspended until further notice. Interested in working with us? Please reach out.

Hawaii Regional Favorites

FORC showcases Farmer, Ocean, and Rancher harvests from across Hawaii Island. Menus of traditional local comfort food dishes and a display of creative skill. Local style Brunch items like the FORC steak sandwich, fresh bacon, pancakes and French toast. Hearty seasonal Dinner dishes like Big Island grass fed beef, whole roasted fish, and Ali’i Mushroom Poke. There are vegetarian, paleo, and gluten free options too. Indulge more with special menus like Happy Hour and holiday menus. You must adventure through our Sommelier’s wine list or seasonally mixed cocktail libations. Chef Allen Hess’ distinct menus offer a wide variety of culinary experiences from a quick refuel to a lingering meal. 

The indoor and outdoor dining rooms welcome you into a relaxed, neighborhood feel while the bar area of the restaurant has an authentic country style design, a nod to the area’s roots. Consider joining us as a neighborhood regular or visitor. And, let’s work on your upcoming private dining and special events experience you, and your guests, won’t soon forget. Contact us.

HI Now Daily at FORC

The Locale

Located in the center of Waimea Town (elev. 2,670 ft) at the historic Waimea Country Lodge. FORC’s style is open, relaxed, ohana-friendly, and full of Aloha.

The Food

Offering renowned Chef Allen Hess’ flare on a traditional country kitchen eating house with a few dishes paying tribute to classic local favorites alongside new favorites for brunch, happy hour, and dinner. An evolving dinner menu aims to provide returning guests a new culinary experience with each seasonal visit.

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The Chef

Internationally renowned, Hawaiian regional cuisine chef Allen Hess has opened a string of successful restaurants across Big Island. Find out more about Restauranteur, local food supporter, and chef Allen Hess.