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my girlfriend is a hostess at The Rim. She said the last 2 nights were the busiest theyve had since they reopened... well over 200 people/night
maybe she will chime in soon with some insight, I just told her about this post..
aloha
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save our indigenous and endemic Hawaiian Plants... learn about them, grow them, and plant them on your property, ....instead of all that invasive non-native garbage I see in most yards... aloha
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save our indigenous and endemic Hawaiian Plants... learn about them, grow them, and plant them on your property, ....instead of all that invasive non-native garbage I see in most yards... aloha
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Aloha all. Some 'food for thought' before going to eat at The Rim Restaurant at Volcano House, from a hostess: you need a reservation, especially if you want a window table... walk-ins rarely get a window table, unless it is at the beginning of our service or late at night, and even then it is not guaranteed as we try to ensure we are filling all of our window tables for two turns, and we do this by filling in reservations. So, tip #1: make a reservation. Tip #2: request a window table at the time you make your reservation, but understand this is only a request as everyone wants a window table, obviously. Tip #3: like I already said: we try to fill each window table two times during the night, and we open at 5:30, so making your reservation earlier in our service (5:30-5:45) or somewhere around 7:30-7:45 will increase your chances, but it still isn't guaranteed. Tip #5... be considerate that everyone that comes wants to sit at the window, and be aware that we leave two hours for each reservation, so 'camping' (staying over two hours) is taking a table that another guest is hoping to get from them... so, be considerate: sit, eat, drink, enjoy and be merry.. but after an hour and fifty mins (give our busers some time to reset the table), please move to the viewing room or go outside to explore and enjoy Pele's beauty. Feel free to shoot me any questions you may have. And, remember... we are in Hawai'i, so relax! Sometimes, people stay longer than expected and this is out of my hands as a hostess! ... if you come around 7:30 or 7:45, your table may not be ready, so how about extending some of that aloha spirit towards me and being patient
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When we went in January with the family, we were a large party & sat away from the window, and the view of the glow was still there & wonderful, so even if you are not "up on the glass" you should be able to enjoy your evening...& if Pele is glowing, then you are blessed! & thank you bananahead for sharing this post!
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Rhonda, what do You mean my tables not ready I have a reservation! I have heard that one and lots of others not suitable for Puna web. Any advice for some one with extensive resume and 20 years plus in service industry (server, bartender, manager) getting a spot at The Rim? Hoping the uptic in nightly covers may lead to the need for more help. I wouldnt dare ask someone who doesnt know me for a referance, just maybe a hint or two. I will be there july 9 and could email resume if you thaught that wise. Thanks for any info you can share.
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When I made reservations I asked for a window table and whoever took the reservations told me that window seats weren't always the best view because there could be support beams in the way, and also that the best tables were reserved for guests staying at the hotel, but that they would make a notation on the reservation that I wanted a table with a good view, but that I may not get one.
We went there anyway and were pleased, and as there was no glow, the view was irrelevant.
