Kohala Coast Restaurants: Bamboo Restaurant, Hawaiian Contemporary

Address: Hwy. 270, Hawi, HI

Phone: 808/


It's out of the way, but the food at this spot in the heart of Hawi is great.

The decor and service have a Hawaiian country flair.

Creative entrées feature fresh island fish prepared several ways.

The Thai-style fish, for example, combines lemongrass, Kaffir lime leaves, and coconut milk -- best washed down with a passion-fruit margarita or passion-fruit iced tea.

Bamboo finishes, bold artwork, and an old unfinished wooden floor make the restaurant cozy. Local musicians entertain on Friday and Saturday night.

They only accept Mastercard, Visa.

They are closed Monday, no dinner served on Sunday.