Rays On The Bay

Went for the buffet breakfast and it was fantastic. They make fresh waffles and omelettes to order. Fresh fruit and a wide variety of breads and bagels that can be toasted if you like. Most juice is included in the buffet but tomato and cranberry are an extra charge

Now for the view you are right on the bay/ocean and can enjoy the view and sound of waves crashing with breakfast......it doesn't get much better. If you go ask for Ben as he was an out of this world server. Our papaya juice was never empty, endless coffee. Ben is the da man to see for a great break, lunch or dinner

This is a must see if you're in the area. The mantra rays are awesome. The food is great. Try the breakfast buffet to start your day, you won't need lunch. The view is spectacular with the boats leaving the harbor, dolphins dancing on the water and waves crashing just below you.

I was Here for my 40 the birthday. The view is amazing! Fantastic food and hospitable staff. Would definitely suggest all who in the Kona area to visit Ray's on the bay. I stayed in the Sheraton, where the restaurant was located.

Beautiful view of the guide boats that provide blue lighting for the plankton to gather under so the Manta Rays come to eat the plankton. We had a party of 5. We had 2 appetizers, and a margarita pizza to go. We all had a drink and we split three desserts. I had the Eland burger which I highly recommend. The bill was under 400. We did not see any Manta Rays that night but a few days later took a “snorkeling with the manta Rays” with Sea Quest. They were close to the hotel and were very educated about the Manta Rays. We also ate here a second time and was able to see the Manta Rays from the restaurant. They have a viewing deck so you don’t have to stand next to the people eating.

We had great service and the food was very tasty. When I asked for our reservation, specifically asked for a table best for ocean view.
Be prepared for a higher price - sunset views right in the ocean with waves crashing around you.
Stick around for the blue lights in the water - attracting Manta Rays - highlight of our trip.

Great oceanfront dining, we were on the rail with a terrific view. We saw the evening snorkeling tours looking for manta rays, and we were able to view the manta rays right from our dining table - Awesome!

Great views. Manta Rays can sometimes be seen at night since Manta Ray dive boats are there at sunset. Great food but expensive as is rest of Hawai'i. Make reservations for tables or if no reservations sit and eat at the bar.

Amazing food, awesome location, Great service.. what else do we need from a restaurant?

This is a great place, specially for dinner as there is high possibility to see some Mantas while having dinner. The staff is incredibly friendly and patient. They respect the fact that you are there for atmosphere and the feel and wont rush you.

Beautiful setting on opening night of the renovation of Ray's on the Bay! Live music was awesome performed by Robbie Lee on ukulele. Magnificent view of sunset...a must-do on your next visit to the Big Island. Mai Tais VERY nice. This setting is unequaled. Staff very friendly and efficient. Kailua Pork Potstickers and Crab Cakes elegant and tasty. At nightfall, the manta rays appear in the ocean!

A lovely place to sit and have a drink while watching brave souls float with manta rays in the dark bay. I never realized how big they were, and I definitely would like to return and snorkel in the water WITH the Ray's next time!

It was breathtaking to watch these huge creatures fly through the water with such grace and dexterity, anyone who wants to see mantas would be satisfied here.

10/10 would recommend!

Excellent sunset views almost every table has one. Food is pretty good too but small food menu.

Great food, great views, great service "we had A.J. as our server👍" This was the best steak i've had in a long time, perhaps the best i'd ever had "complements to the chef*". Go at night so you can see the Rays, grab reservations to insure yourself some seats.

Awesome! They shine spotlights on the water to attract the manta rays. You can go to the restaurant to watch the rays and you will never feel pressured to buy food or drink. However we usually do and the staff are very friendly. The restaurant is an experience like no other!!

5 stars because of the manta rays that showed up! Food was good but over priced. Server was great. Had to make a lot of calls to find out about the restaurant it's location and try to make a reservation. Their system of being able to make a reservation while the restaurant is closed during lunch needs Improvement.

Just stopped by to watch the Rays. If you get lucky you'll see the Manta Rays come close to shore to feed. A perfect way to end the day in paradise.

The food was absolutely fantastic. That said... a cocktail, chicken entree, and desert was $60 after tip and tax. It definitely is not a cheap dining option. The view and food made up for the price. The service was fast and the support staff members were super friendly. My server wasn’t the most personable... sometimes the service felt a little too forced. Regardless, the food was so good that it made up for any negatives.

Its beautiful. The staff are very friendly and welcoming. They do a great job explaining specials and making recommendations. The view is incredible. We had cocktails and dessert on a separate occasion and they were delicious. I had the catch of the day which was terrific. One of my guests said the fish tacos were good, but not the best they have had. Overall, I give it a 5 and would return.

Ray's On The Bay was fantastic! Seafood was out of this world. We really enjoyed watching the Manta Rays at night.

Open air restaurant, bar and morning breakfast buffet right next to the ocean and bay. Beautiful view and atmosphere.

Go inside by the terrace to watch the rays at night. No need to buy anything! Enjoy