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Rays on the Bay

Cocktail Bar, American Restaurant, and Hotel Bar$$$$

Kailua-Kona

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Rays on the Bay

5.8^/10

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"Have a mango martini and wait for the manta rays."(7 Tips)
"panoramic ocean views while warm breezes"(4 Tips)
"Passion Press wow!"(2 Tips)
"Your chances of seeing mantas will increase when it is a new moon!"(2 Tips)

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Mark J.February 6, 2015
Great views of the sunset and after dark. The poke was spectacular, the other food decent, the dessert disappointing. But the view is certainly worth it! Occasionally you can see rays after dark.
DivyaJuly 24, 2016
The fish choice is great, great ocean views and fun to people watch - the yoga class was on when we were there. No show for the Rays unfortunately but nice to see the boats out.
Wade WilliamsApril 8, 2018
Manta Rays in the bay out back. ‪What restaurant can you witness real wild wild life on a real regular basis? I give this place all the stars for manta rays that aren't in a tank‬
Sam LeyNovember 19, 2018
Nice experience. Resort restaurants can blend together, but this one stands out. Three vegan/vegetarian offerings on the menu. Get a reservation if you want to sit by the edge and see the rays.
Karri WildeOctober 21, 2014
View is great, sunsets are awesome! Make a reservation and be sure to request a waterfront table. The food was hit and miss for us. Service was good. No rays when we were there. Bummed!! :(
Eric EscueFebruary 19, 2014
If you want to see the Manta Rays, you can stand out on the balcony adjacent to the restaurant. Snorkel tour boats congregate at 7. Viewing is better after they leave around 8pm.
Jetset ExtraMay 18, 2015
We dined at the hotel's main restaurant, Rays on the Bay, where we savored delicious seafood, wine, and panoramic ocean views while warm breezes wafted past our table. Read more
Elias CallejoMay 19, 2013
Service is pretty quick. I'm a Starwood platinum member and these guys are certainly up to par compared to My other visits to other SPG properties. Rib Eye steak was surprisingly legit.
Justin ScottAugust 17, 2014
Make a reservation on OpenTable and ask for waterfront table. When the boats leave around 8:30 you'll see the mantas chowing down with you.
RCAugust 26, 2017
Drinks are hit or miss BUT you can possibly see manta rays while drinking!
Jennifer WelbaumFebruary 4, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Grab a beer and get comfy. The manta ray watching at night is like nothing you've ever seen. Amazing!
Jen AOctober 3, 2012
Singer and piano player are wonderful! Portuguese pizza is amazing and you must try the Passion Press wow! #bigisle2011 #Hawaii
Mark J.February 6, 2015
Be sure to reserve by phone - they get filled up and don't honor OpenTable reservations!
Yaroslav UrzhumovMarch 11, 2016
Ocean views, waves, seafood, steaks, bar food, cocktails
Jenni ManuelFebruary 24, 2017
The service was very good and the view was lovely
Rays On the BayApril 29, 2013
Sunsets, cocktails, and great food. Never a bad combination!
Earl Von BuckAugust 1, 2014
Great views from almost any place in the restusrant
Julie ZiemelisOctober 7, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Trying to view Manta Rays with our visiting family. #NoShow
Wendy DGNovember 15, 2019
You can see the Stingrays from up close
Cori TempchinDecember 26, 2013
Try the Moscow mule. They have ginger beer
HsiniSeptember 11, 2013
Your chances of seeing mantas will increase when it is a new moon!
Rays On the BayApril 28, 2013
Wonderful keawe grilled fish and steaks
Kimberly HoffpauirJanuary 19, 2013
Fish tacos were delish but on the fishy side. Heads up
Kareem SherifNovember 30, 2011
Happy hour is actually 4:30pm to 6:30pm ... Try the Passion Press
Scott BintzApril 19, 2013
Check out the waves
Jenni OjalaDecember 4, 2014
Half-prize pupu at happy hour are good. Otherwise somewhat overprized...
GOSeptember 16, 2012
Have a mango martini and wait for the manta rays.
Ernesto GluecksmannAugust 10, 2013
Eat the cookie.
Danica CheungDecember 27, 2013
Extremely slow service. We literally had to get our own plate and serve ourselves. Lost order. Hotel sold out and yet only 1 restaurant open? Will never come back again.
Hunter PicoNovember 30, 2011
After waiting for 30 minutes I was sad too learn that with 6 entrees it was more of a bar by the sea then a dining experience.
Kim HornJuly 26, 2011
Summer happy hour is from 5:30-6:30
Olivia BMay 1, 2012
Coconut shrimp...mmmmm
Barrett FallentineSeptember 3, 2010
Happy Hour is from 4:30-5:30
Sandra C.January 16, 2016
Si bien la comida no estuvo mal es caro para lo que ofrece. Tuvimos que pedir que completen el plato de pasta que habíamos pedido porque faltaban ingredientes. Buena vista al mar.

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