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Captain Cook

Manago Restaurant

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A James Beard America's Classic on the Big Island, charted for decades of Hawaiian cooking.

Captain Cook isn't where most visitors roam, but this James Beard America's Classic—recognized in 2023—is worth the detour up the Kona coast. It's the kind of Hawaiian restaurant that earns trust through longevity, serving the islands' cooking with the confidence of deep roots.

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Charted by James Beard Awards· Last verified 2026-07-11