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You want a fresh meal with real Hawaiian Bacon in Waikoloa Beach Resort. That’s Mai Grille. See you at the clubhouse!

What Is Mai?

A simple beginning. The best things in life have this, which is why Mai Grille smart-sources local ingredients. They are infused with the same bold passion and fortitude as the techniques Chef uses to prepare them. For good reason, he is known as a chef’s Chef. Relax and play a little because we’re chill like that. Be inspired to try something new at Hawai’i’s Original Bacon Hale (aka House of Bacon). Have our signature house made Mai bacon, with a side of bacon. We triple dare you!

So, what is Mai? The better question is “who?”. She is the daughter of Chef/ Owner Allen Hess. Who better to represent this playful, down-to-earth, progressive concept than a child? She approves the Keiki (kids) menus & loves the bacon business too. The signature coffee-cured, hand cut, thick strips also carry her name.

Join us for breakfast or Sunday brunch overlooking the Waikoloa Beach Resort’s Kings’ Golf Course green. Enjoy a family meal inside the Waikoloa Beach Resort Golf Clubhouse. Catch the game, gossip or news with a round of drinks at the bar (or, wander the grounds). Special events can party late into the night exclusively at this Waikoloa Beach Resort location.

Play more, see you at the clubhouse!

Outdoor yoga experience at Mai Grille with breakfast

Have an uplifting morning experience. Host and certified yoga instructor Isabelle leads you on outdoor yoga followed by a Mai Grille Breakfast.

Mai Grille is Open Every Day

  • BREAKFAST – Daily Monday-Saturday 8 am – 10:30 am
  • BRUNCH – Sunday only, 7:30 am – 2:30 pm
  • LUNCH & KEIKI (Kid’s) – Monday-Saturday 11 am – 2:30 pm
  • HAPPY HOUR DINNER – Monday- Saturday 3 pm- 6 pm 

Enjoy a pour of our Artisan Cocktails, Big Island Brewed Beer, or curated Wine List all day

Brunch Reservations Recommended. Breakfast and Happy Hour, select your table of choice when you arrive. Plenty of Bacon for everyone, Contact us for Groups over 7, Planning a special Puako, Resort, or Waikoloa Village area event or gathering? Special Event and menu options are available. e-mail maigrille@gmail.com

Chef Allen Hess

“GOOD FOOD SHOULDN’T BE STUFFY”

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Chef was elected by his peers to 2018 Best Chef’s America list.

Allen Hess is one of the Great Hawaii Chefs directing Mai Grille, one of the most forward-thinking restaurants on the Big Island… His kitchen is at once experimental and unassuming, homegrown and full of finesse. – Best Chefs America 

Our goal has always been to share the best of what our Island has to offer …Allen gets that — he expresses exactly the same idea with his food. – Pacific Business News

For more about Chef Click Here or visit the About Us (and bacon) section.

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