Chicken In A Barrel Bbq - Waimea

As for the pizza I ordered, I've ordered from this place many times in the past. Unfortunately, the pizzas were poorly prepared—overcooked and messy. The toppings didn’t match the descriptions on the menu. The slices were uneven and disappointing. I paid for a paprika pizza and requested half cheese, but the pepperoni was clearly mismatched on the other side. Maybe this is acceptable for $80 worth of pizza on the mainland, but not for a local family that can only indulge once a month. I regret not checking my order before leaving, but I was in a rush to treat my family. I left feeling disappointed and have decided that I won’t be returning.

The meal was decent, and it’s the only restaurant close to the huts, so that’s a plus. The staff is friendly and really puts in the effort. There are some lovely views from the back, and it’s just a short walk to a black sand beach.

If you're in search of a relaxed and casual spot after a long day of travel or hiking at the canyon or beaches, this place is an excellent choice—very laid-back and enjoyable. However, it’s worth noting that, at the time of this review, Hawaii is still recovering from the pandemic (being an island, the process can be slow), so some inventory might be limited. For instance, they don't offer pizza or bread options because they use pizza dough for other dishes, and some beer selections were also out of stock. This situation isn’t a reflection of poor service; it’s something many places on the island are facing. Our friendly waitress mentioned that our visit coincided with the time many businesses were reopening and undergoing renovations to restore the islands to their former glory. We're happy to be here and contribute in our small way to the local recovery efforts.

Order: Chili and Cornbread (instead of rice). The cornbread comes with honey and butter and is so delicious and goes well with the chili. It is a nice alternative to the rice I have eaten all over the island. We also have the loaded pommes and would order them completely again. The atmosphere is great. The rear veranda overlooks the Waimea hut grounds and the sea. We made friends with a small kitty on the back terrace. There are also beers on tip for which you pay from the ounce with a bracelet scanning system. We didn't do it so I couldn't comment on it.

Ordered the chicken for two, which was actually a lot of food for me and my girlfriend. For the chicken for two You get a 1/2 chicken, scoops of brown rice, and chili. The chicken was so moist, tender, and smoky. I mean the chicken breast was so juicy and succulent, I thought I was eating the thigh. the They have barbecue sauce but you do not need it. The chicken is that flavorful! chili was okay and accompanied the meal well. So good we ate it again the next day.