Restaurants in Kailua-Kona

“It was delicious and great service!”

“Amazing Tacoz with unique sauces! highly recommend!”

“Awesome, fresh food with healthy options! And so close to work!! 😁”

“Clean tables, friendly staff, roomy and THE BEST WAFFLE WE EVER HAD!!!! Gotta do the CHANTILLY WAFFLE ! We loved the Big Island Grill so much, we went three times for breakfast during our vacay. Hubby LOVED the Loco Moco. I wish this restaurant existed in our town 💕 and seriously the chantilly waffle deserves an award ⭐️”

“Fresh, flavorful, and full of aloha!
Pau Hana Poke is hands-down one of the best poke spots I’ve visited in Hawaii. The fish is incredibly fresh, and the variety of poke styles. I loved the option to mix and match sides.

The staff are friendly and welcoming, and the whole experience feels authentically local. It’s a small shop with limited outside seating, so it’s perfect for takeout. Prices are very reasonable for the quality you get. If you’re in Kona and craving poke, this place is a must. I’ll definitely be back!”

“Loved the flavors! We had the Lilikoi Sour and the Kona Sunset.”

“The food is so incredible for a reasonable price! the owners are very friendly. fav dish is pad thai with shrimp, beef or chicken.”

“Won’t Disappoint!!!
We started our trip here—and made sure to end it here too. The Holiday Burger was an incredible surprise, packed with amazing flavors. The Ultimate Cheeseburger was pure perfection: unbelievably juicy and absolutely delicious.
If you’re traveling to Kona, this spot is a must-visit. It may be tucked away in a strip mall, but don’t let that fool you—it’s 100% worth it. Hands down, the best burger I’ve ever had!
Thank you for the fantastic food and excellent service. 🌟”

“Lovely Coffee Shop! Five Stars⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“Our food was delicious and made to order. Kalua Loco moco was the first for me but so glad I tried it. Husband had the fresh ahi tuna sandwich, cooked great. 👍🏻”

“We had our best Sushi ever 🇯🇵 😀👍”

“One of the best breakfast places in Kona, try their ube latte and their matcha selection. Their food is also pretty good, absolutely loved their avocado toast. I went there twice during my visit!”

“Glenn was a good server. Easy to communicate with.”

“This was the culinary highlight of our trip to the big island! Sam and Jennifer are super kind in explaining the business-all local ingredients! Premium ingredients (local chocolate, Kona hinted brownies-Mac nut base ice cream)-wowza! Serious stuff! Come support this incredible shop. Yum!”

“amazing food and amazing people thank you so much 💗 delicious 😋”

“Ryan was our bartender and he was so nice and friendly!!”

“Super great food, with an Asian touch. The poke and the fries were amazing!”

“Love the food We are making this our favorite food spot. The BOYB was great”

“Absolutely love this place wonderful Aloha vibes! Live music is also great. 😊”

“I was in Hawaii for a few days and I ate at Jackie Rey’s for one of those evenings. The food, atmosphere and staff were spectacular. Not the mention, the food layout was incredible. I highly recommend. Mahalo.”

“I personally love The Fishhopper. I believe they are the best restaurant in Kona. I adore the staff. The bartenders are top tier! My favorite dish is The Monchong Risotto.. it’s such a treat. Don’t hesitate to go and check them out. Have a drink for meee:)”

“Love going here. I like their beer and the atmosphere. Staff is friendly and service is generally quick. I dont have much to complain about here and go back frequently. My only gripe was the wings. Although I thought they tasted fine, they were over sauced and had no crunch. For me its a texture thing. I like at least a little crunch to wings and they didnt have it. Pep rolls are dialed in, must try. I do like this place and will definitely be coming back.”

“Great night celebrating my Dads visit to Kona. Da Bomb fries and Kona fish tacos were delicious. Service was friendly and attentive, Widdy Loo - entertained- the beautiful Kona sunset was spectacular! Thanks for a wonderful evening!”

“You can't ask for a more perfect scenery, just steps from the ocean, always, breathtaking and beautiful! A truly special place to dine! And the staff is top-notch! So accommodating!”

“Really great chinese food at very reasonable prices especially for the island. Lots of locals and working people est here because of the price, portion size, wide menu selections, great ac, plenty of seating, and super fast service.”

“We had a catfish basket and a shrimp boil. Both were very good with a lot of food. One of the better meals we had while traveling. It was not busy, very clean
Server was very pleasant and kept drinks filled and made sure we had everything for our meal.
Catfish basket came with fries. Shrimp boil had 1 small potato and 1 small ear of corn. We had 2 drinks and order of cheesesticks. Bill was about $60
Would definitely go back”

“The best salad I’ve had to date. The server cut the lettuce right off the plant at the table. It doesn’t get much fresher than that. Great experience and the view overlooking the golf course while eating during sunset was spectacular. Do yourself and the love of your life a favor and book it.”

“Food 4/5 - Ordered mochiko chicken plate and beef chow fun. Chow fun noodles were al dente, as it could’ve been a little more softer. Beef pieces are thinly sliced, but are portioned generously. It has the “wok-hei”, but could use some more soy sauce. Mochiko chicken was nicely fried, as the chicken wasn’t dry. Mac salad was good too.

Service 3/5 - Service is normal for a take-out style restaurant.

Ambiance 3/5 - This is focused more as a take-out style restaurant, so there are only a couple tables inside. Tables are tidy and condiments are kept clean.

Overall - Had a pleasant experience and would visit again.”

“We had an absolutely amazing evening at Resident’s Beach House. From start to finish, every detail exceeded our expectations.

Despite requesting a reservation just an hour ahead, the host was warm, accommodating, and welcoming. We were seated right by the beach just as the sun was setting - the view alone was magical - and the atmosphere felt relaxed, intimate, and beautifully Hawaiian.

Our server, Bella, made the evening truly special. She was not only professional and incredibly kind, but also deeply knowledgeable. She easily guided us through the menu, pointing out which vegetarian dishes could be made vegan and how their mixed drinks could be served alcohol-free - all with a genuine smile.

The food was exceptional - fresh, flavorful, and artfully presented. Every course was a delight.

And to top it off, when Bella noticed us taking selfies, she kindly sent Gabriel over to take a proper group photo. He knew how to adjust the settings and use flash on our phone for perfect shots; something we genuinely appreciated.

The entire staff radiated warmth and care, making this one of the most memorable experiences of our trip to Hawaiʻi.

Highly recommended; we’ll be talking about this evening for a long time!”

“We ate here after 12 hours of traveling and could not have been happier. The service was so friendly and outdoor seating with tiki torches and a view of the water was great. My son isn’t always the most adventurous eater but he asked to try the clams from my seafood stew and pronounced that he “loves clams more than pizza”. It was his first time trying it. He had the kid’s grilled cheese with fries, and myself and my friend had the Crabby Patties crab cakes, cocktails, fish n chips and seafood stew. Everuthing came out quickly, hot and fresh. It was just what we needed after airport food all day.”

“WOW! These are the best donuts I have ever had. We came here with our young family of 6 and started out with 6 donuts and ended up licking the box clean and got another 6. They are perfected, delicious but not too sweet so you can eat and eat! also they are not your regular donut so ask about the flavors!!”

“Ono food guys! Go check out my brother Nephi!”

“Great gelato excellent service.”

“🌺🤙🏽 Huge shout-out to Kohola Coffee 🐋 🙌

Every time I stop by, I leave feeling so much aloha. This coffee truck is a true gem in our community, with reasonable prices and the freshest local ingredients.

What makes it extra special isn’t just the amazing coffee, it’s the heart behind it. Jeannette built this business from the ground up, and you can feel her passion and hard work in every detail. It’s rare to find a spot that serves incredible drinks and creates such a genuine sense of community, but she’s nailed it.

Even if you’re not a coffee person, there are plenty of other delicious drinks (the matcha is my favorite) and the food always hits the spot. The convenience of the drive-through also makes it so easy to swing by and grab something tasty on the go.

Highly recommend stopping in, it’s the best coffee shop in Kona. Plus supporting a self-made local entrepreneur who pours her heart into everything she does is the best bonus! 🌴✨”

“Best shaved ice on the big island!”

“The baristas were super friendly and the coffee is incredible. I tried the Mac nut flavor with a cream cheese cold foam topping and the combo is incredible. I like strong coffee and this hit the spot!”

“Having a paint party on there lanai , they have the best Kona coffee and chai in town”

“Easy going 20 odd seating, me lucky with no wait the day. Savory & Galette mushroom, spinach, ham & tasty cheese. Swing fair tunes with a good ice Americano. Be back for the Dessert Crepes 🙏”

“WOW! These are the best donuts I have ever had. We came here with our young family of 6 and started out with 6 donuts and ended up licking the box clean and got another 6. They are perfected, delicious but not too sweet so you can eat and eat! also they are not your regular donut so ask about the flavors!!”

“The people were nice, the food was delicious, including the pastries, and it is a nice little shop to have a bite to eat. Would definitely return if I come back to area.”

“This was the best meal I had on the island. I had a bento box with the Kalua Pork and spicy jungle sauce. Great flavor and the serving size was large. Dragonfruit lemonade was also a good treat! Highly recommend.”

“Fantastic Acai bowls. We visited recently from the UK and as soon as we discovered them we returned every day until we left!!”

“Was our first time and so yummy”

“The staff are wonderful & their food is incredible.”

“The barista was really nice, I think her name might have been Danielle. We got the banana croffle and it was delicious. I believe that they validate parking as well”

“Love their signature Boneless Chicken Thighs and their potato salad too! 👍👍”

“This is my favorite place for Hawaiian food hands down. Fresh is in the name and that’s what you get. The best laulau, pretty much everything I have tried on the menu is da bomb. But don’t get me started on the chicken long rice! Nowhere else comes close! I dream about it. If you know what’s up then you know Hawaii Fresh Specialties is the spot for plate lunch in Kailua Kona.”

“My husband and I really enjoyed our food. We ordered a crunch sushi roll, fried calamari, orange chicken and rice. Everything was fresh, hot, and delicious. Highly recommend this restaurant.”

“Outstanding service and food. I appreciate the staggered reservations for the one-on-one service and recommendations! The food was amazing and I wish I could try the whole menu! Dessert was definitely the best part- the lilikoi mousse- phenom!”

“This place is legit. Good poke. Go try it.

Edit: 3 years later and countless other poke bowls from other islands and restaurants, this is still hands down the best poke.”

“If you are ever visiting Kona you’ll have to put Acai Hawai’i Company on your to do list. Especially after a good workout at Planet Fitness. I highly recommend The Islander. Love the drizzled honey on top!”

“We love this place because the coffee is so good. Staff kind and knowledgeable. They offer a cool mail order service with nice savings to keep you supplied with beans. Great gift shop. A fun time in Naalehu.”

“Awesome place Go Pack Go !”

“Variety and close to where you stay”

“Our server Angel was amazing! Super friendly, prompt and engaging!”

“This place is special. Awesome crew , killer food and amazing live music! Only a few years old and already a Kona landmark! Do yourself a flavor and get ya some Willies!!🤙🏽”

“WOW what an amazing spot! My boyfriend and I went here for breakfast and we are so glad we did because our food was delicious. The decor in the restaurant is amazing. And if you don’t want to sit inside, there is a cute patio area too!”

“Absolutely yummy first stop on our trip so glad we stopped”

“Fireart Cuisine has some of the best Asian food we have ever had! We are on a short visit to Hawaii, but we’ve already been there twice - the food is so good we had to come back! Both the beef and broccoli and the shrimp and broccoli have delicious flavor with perfectly cooked broccoli. The braised green beans and chicken (mild) was also delicious. And for desert, this was our first time ever trying fried ice-cream - delicious and so much fun! Staff are super kind and on the ball. Everyone seems to want to put out the best - for those who love great food, this little spot is an awesome find!”

“Family owned. The food is excellent, and cooked in a traditional way. The staff is friendly. Located in the International Market Place. It's a hidden gem!”

“The BEST shave ice!!!!! Can’t wait to return!”

“This place never disappoints l! Always create amazing beverages!”

“The great joy of finding a Cajun, French blend to Hawaii! They’ve found their niche and do it well! A very unique menu with great snack offerings as well as solid lunches. Don’t change your style!”

“When in kona you must grab something from here. Everything is amazing and the people are awesome.”

“Food is great, need dining area though.”

“Most food looked really good
Loco moco patty that was handmade was really good. The gravy seemed like it came out of a can and was not very warm.
Looks like the burgers are very popular
The club sandwich looked amazing”

“To visit Fun Factory Inc and have some FUN!”

“The beer was cold. The food was hot. The bar tender was friendly. Hamburger was tasty, the ahi and shrimp bites were seasoned nicely. All was good. The other patrons were friendly too. The only negative was that someone threw up close by, and the smell waffted into the restaurant.”

“Filipino food here is MayJah 😋🤙🏾”

“If I could eat their food everyday I would. I’m grateful these guys are in town.”

“This place has such a wide menu and we were so impressed with the delicious food and large portions, cannot wait to come here again!
Great customer service as well, super helpful with this pregnant lady trying to figure out what to order! Lol”

“We had a great time the staff was there and attentive and the karaoke was so much fun! I will go back!”

“Excellent lodge. Very friendly and welcoming. Food was great and reasonably price. Great entertainment, music bands and comedy events.”

“Absolutely delicious made to order takeaway rolls. They're generously sized - one per person is more than enough. Our go to for a perfect post diving lunch!”

“awesome atmosphere, great staff, Locals always a Hoot . . .”

“We were very impressed with the quality of these coffee beans. I wanted to bring home to Michigan authentic Kona Coffee. I paid a high price, however, it was worth it! This coffee is freshly grown in Kailua-Kona. The Peaberry Med Roast is a smooth cup of coffee! We loved it!”

“Great food and great service. Coleslaw a must.”

“I recently stopped in to get lunch and they started serving the kalua pork again (My Favorite) this bowl with all the yummy veggies plus the brown rice, extra sweet potato, edamame and miso good dressing was the BOMB! The service here is outstanding, super friendly and nice staff. Definitely recommend stopping here for a healthy and great lunch!”

“My wife and I celebrated our 20th Anniversary on the Big Island and wanted to experience the best the island had to offer. Ulu Ocean Grille did not disappoint! Here is a summary of our dinner: We thoroughly enjoyed the Ebi Tempura roll - (it was good enough that we have encouraged several family members to join us at Ulu this evening for sushi and dinner) For our entrées we had the Mahi Mahi and the Spicy Crab Noodles. Both were perfectly prepared, very flavorful, and the presentation was perfect. For dessert, we couldn't decide between the chocolate or vanilla (the flavor of the evening) soufflé, so we got one of each (you only celebrate 20 years once!). Again, perfectly prepared and presented and was thoroughly enjoyed. And I can't overstate how excellent the service was. The staff went out of their way to make the experience memorable. It was the best dining experience I have ever had and I don't expect to top it soon, unless they outdo themselves when we return this evening. Ulu & Four Seasons Resort - well done!”

“I ate there twice in March, and twice in April, not brisk service, Hawaiian leisure!, but incredible food! The coconut shrimp, with either sauce (although I loved the sweet chili), both panko and beer battered fish and chips were delicious, and I never expected to find THE tastiest BLT sandwich I have ever eaten!”

“Food o Hawaii is by far the best delivery service. Noah is the best as well!!”

“Love the food We are making this our favorite food spot. The BOYB was great”

“the place was really good and had great customer service and it was very welcoming I recommend going there”

“Our second visit this vacation and by far our favorite foods and drinks of all the island. Great staff to top off the experience.”

“One of the best breakfast places in Kona, try their ube latte and their matcha selection. Their food is also pretty good, absolutely loved their avocado toast. I went there twice during my visit!”

“Loved the flavors! We had the Lilikoi Sour and the Kona Sunset.”

“Fantastic lunch today. Great view and excellent service”

“Best Asian ribs and sushi ever!”

“We ate here after 12 hours of traveling and could not have been happier. The service was so friendly and outdoor seating with tiki torches and a view of the water was great. My son isn’t always the most adventurous eater but he asked to try the clams from my seafood stew and pronounced that he “loves clams more than pizza”. It was his first time trying it. He had the kid’s grilled cheese with fries, and myself and my friend had the Crabby Patties crab cakes, cocktails, fish n chips and seafood stew. Everuthing came out quickly, hot and fresh. It was just what we needed after airport food all day.”

“When in kona you must grab something from here. Everything is amazing and the people are awesome.”

“This place is legit. Good poke. Go try it.

Edit: 3 years later and countless other poke bowls from other islands and restaurants, this is still hands down the best poke.”

“I just found this place today. What a great location, high above the shopping center. The views go for miles. I ordered the Coconut Shrimp and a Raspberry Rita, which was so pretty, with the sugar rim. Friendly service & yummy food.”

“Great place to meet friends for the amazing schooners!”

“Killer pizza! All that needs to be said...”

“We had a quick lunch. Service was pretty quick and the view of the bay was nice.”

“Won’t Disappoint!!!
We started our trip here—and made sure to end it here too. The Holiday Burger was an incredible surprise, packed with amazing flavors. The Ultimate Cheeseburger was pure perfection: unbelievably juicy and absolutely delicious.
If you’re traveling to Kona, this spot is a must-visit. It may be tucked away in a strip mall, but don’t let that fool you—it’s 100% worth it. Hands down, the best burger I’ve ever had!
Thank you for the fantastic food and excellent service. 🌟”

“Glenn was a good server. Easy to communicate with.”

“Our food was delicious and made to order. Kalua Loco moco was the first for me but so glad I tried it. Husband had the fresh ahi tuna sandwich, cooked great. 👍🏻”

“Service was very good. Waitresses were kind and attentive.
Food ordered:
Shrimp tempura: very crispy, light and flavorful tempura. The oil tasted clean and shrimp fresh
Unagi Bento Box: Goyza were a little greasy but flavorful; Miso was very strong, lots of tofu pieces; Unagi was large, good flavor, cooked well
Jasmine Iced Tea: Very good flavor

Cons: They DO NOT serve alcohol. No wine or beer”

“I come here often to grab a quick post workout snack. It’s very convenient because it’s on the way home & parking is easy and free. I’ve tried their bulgogi, spam & egg, and tuna Kimbap — so filling and delicious. I appreciate that it’s a thin layer of rice and lots of actual ingredients. I had their bulgogi protein bowl + added sunny side up egg with a side of Korean mashed potatoes. Absolutely lovely and flavorful. I’ve also had their Korean shave ice. I’m not into super sweet desserts, so I had the sesame one and I really enjoyed it. Totally worth trying this place out!”

“Wonderful, quality coffee. We ordered chocolate macadamia nut iced lattes and it was perfect. Not too much ice, not overly sweet or milky, but great flavor. Fast and friendly service in a drive through!”

“Perfect spot on Ali’i drive. Went there twice in a day because it was THAT good! Day or night it’s a great spot to get a frozen drink, hangout in a comfy chair and enjoy the view. The staff is fantastic and great to talk to. Will be going back!”

“Came here with my girls for some bites, drinks, and a sunset view. Not disappointed. The view is amazing! The service all around is great, and special shout out to Cheyne our bartender. He took great care of us!! Jour was also amazing and made us feel so welcomed.”

“Great cocktails! Ordered clams and ribeye carpaccio. Both excellent. Not the usual tiki drinks only but well crafted cocktails. Menu selections avoid the usual fried this and fried that”

“Island Breeze is a buffet dinner + music, dance and activity show. All performances were related to the Hawaiian and Polynesian culture. All good to great. Fire eater was the highlight. Food was good but more suited to International non vegetarian audience, not an Indian vegetarian like me.”

“Great Food! Good Prices Great Service! Recommend! 10/10”

“A local friend tipped me off to this spot, and it ended up being the highlight of my time on the Big Island. Sitting at Talk Story with a drink in hand at sunset is an absolute must if you’re anywhere nearby. Eric, the bartender, made one of the best cocktails I’ve ever had and was incredibly welcoming and accommodating. After having a drink here, be sure to visit shipwreck bar for some sushi followed by a beach walk. This is the kind of place that makes you want to stay a little longer.”