50 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Kailua Kona

“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“

“It was delicious and great service!“

“Amazing Tacoz with unique sauces! highly recommend!“

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

“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!!“

“Best value. Good portions. Great taste. The gravy is delicious. Many dishes to choose from. Very affordable. Friendly service. Tables and chairs are a beautiful wood design but the venue is lacking in general. More of a take home vibe since there is no table service or waiters.“

“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 ⭐️“

“Great gelato excellent service.“

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

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

“I’m not much of a reviewer but i felt the need to leave a review because they are genuinely fantastic! Not only are they so kind but their coffee is a 10/10. Just try it for yourself! You can tell they are using quality ingredients in the vanilla latte. No complaints:)“

“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. 🌟“

“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. 👍🏻“

“This place was recommended to is by a friend of m8ne who lives on Oahu. When you walk into the store it smells like heaven..many different items to choose from. The staff there is very friendly ans accommodating. Bought to much but ate it all.😋😋😋😋 Highly recommend you visit if you are in Kona.“

“I stopped here on the way to the airport. What a great find! I had the coconut mocha delight and it was definitely delightful! We also ordered the acacia bowl, a breakfast sandwich and a bagel. Everything tasted fresh. The cafe has a cute play area that my girls enjoyed playing in while we waited for our order. I will definitely visit again when I’m back on the Big Island.“

“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!“

“Absolutely loved this spot! It’s such a comfortable place to work from — bright, relaxed, and perfect for settling in with a laptop. The staff are genuinely friendly and super accommodating. They even made the Lily Special for me with unsweetened matcha instead of the regular version, and it turned out perfect.

Great coffee with locally sourced beans, and really cute merch as well. Will definitely be coming back for both coffee and work sessions. Highly recommend!“

“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!“

“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.“

“We stayed at the Marriott and swung in to the coffee shop for breakfast. The drinks were perfect - latte had a nice layer of foam, and a heart to boot. The Ube cold brew was unexpectedly delicious - easy to see why it's a staff pick! We tried two different croffles and honestly I dont know why people make real waffles anymore, when they can have one of these instead. The waffle was PERFECTION, layered and crispy and buttery and chewy in the best ways. I ordered the garlic bread grilled cheese and would eat it every day if I had the chance. The chips were nicely seasoned too! Breakfast sandwich was eaten too fast by my husband to take a picture, but I heard it was good.

2 drinks, 2 croffles, grilled cheese and a breakfast sandwich was $58 before tip. Definitely reasonable considering island pricing (I actually think I pay more for a large latte in Minnesota than we paid here!)

11/10 would recommend - we'll probably go back for breakfast tomorrow!“

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

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

“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.“

“we got the drifter large açaí bowl (32oz, $18). it was absolutely delicious with generous quantities. i really enjoyed the nice crunch of the cacao nibs and granola. i do think the açaí base was a tad bit more watery than i prefer, but overall i’m still very very satisfied.“

“Friendly staff and fantastic food 😋“

“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.“

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

“Very good food and coffee, friendly staff. However, the inside of the restaurant was bizarre with an unappealing arcade room attached. The inside could definitely use a different vibe. Almost didn’t eat here when I walked in. Glad I stayed and ate though, the patio was a nicer spot to eat and chill.“

“We had another lovely lunch at Magics. The food was so good. The greeting we got from the young man who showed to our table was warm and friendly. Our server was very professional and friendly. As always, we enjoyed the time we had to soak in the view at Magics.“

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

“If you're looking for fresh poke with 0 frills, this is the spot. I ordered a platter which came with 4 poke option and 2 sides. I got seaweed salad and 4 hearty size scoops of yummy fish. Parking is hard to find and there are a few picnic tables for your dining pleasure. Worth it 💯“

“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!!🤙🏽“

“I have always loved the smell of coffee, but unfortunately could not get past the acidic taste. Kona coffee café introduced me to Peaberry Kona coffee. This is the first time that I have ever been able to drink coffee let alone really enjoy it. The friendly staff explained how the volcanic soil and the timing of picking the bean changed the acidity in the coffee. Since being home, I’ve already placed an order and I am enjoying my coffee every morning. Thank you so much for introducing me to this amazing drink!“

“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!“

“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!“

“My husband got a ninja star roll and said this was some of the best sushi he’s ever had. The wait time said 2 hours when we first walked up, but we only got the 1 roll and only waited maybe 10 minutes, so we were really happy about that.

Definitely a must try when in Kona!“

“The best Pina Colada's and an awesome view! We go Everytime we make it to Kona.“

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

“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!“

“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.“

“Pleasantly surprised . . My hubby didn't want to go because he said nothing in this location has ever been good. I said c'mon . . Let's give it a try. Boy did he change his mind. The smoked tri tip flat bread and tacos were AMAZING !! We both left there wanting more. So good 🥰“

“We just enjoyed a beautiful sunset while we sipped a Maitai. Followed by a delicious Caprese appetzer and the entrees which included Egg plant parmigiana and Aloha Chicken and Build your own pasta. Our server, Emily, was very attentive and extremely professional. all in all we had an excellent experience hope you try it.“

“I went to the Hilo location with my mother last night and was treated in a very racist and disgusting manner by the FOH staff. There were many empty tables yet the host avoided talking to us for a half hour. Then when I asked one of the waiters if we can sit at one of the open tables he said, "He cant let us do that" Then when I finally was able to talk to the host. He said it would be a 40 min wait for food. Ok I get it, the kitchen is swamped. So I say can we just sit right there pointing at the table he just cleaned. He says "no". Keep in mind there were at least four more empty tables. So we decided to leave. On the way out the thought comes into my mind, that he is going to seat the people who walked in behind us. So I tell my mother to wait a second and I go back in to look and there goes the host immediately seating these people bringing them water and menus. So I head back in and ask him "Whats going on here? Can I talk to a manager?" He tells me there are no managers. Then the waiter at the bar who said he couldnt do anything to let us sit down, says "I am the manager" So they lied to my face. Then I go to the bartender she barely bothers to tall to me and says "we are all managers" and that then tries to defend this discriminatory behavior by saying they are not being prejudiced against us. Yet the people behind us are chilling and going over their menus. and here we are not able to even talk to a manager never the less receive service at this racist establishment. We were systemically blocked from sitting. Then some manager esque fellow comes out trying to do damage control after all of this ongoing nonsense. To little to late. Im not going to eat spit burger with some bigot lougies in it. Mind you both my 76 year old mother have hosted various business meet ups there over the yeara bringing them business supporting Ola Brew and they treat us like this. Do not support businesses like this in Hilo. black people of Hilo be aware. This place will treat you second class. Over priced too, for the worst kind of service. dont do it, dont eat there.“

“We stopped in for a couple slices (both types of pepperoni and the veggie) they were so good we ended up getting a whole pie to take home.
Amazing service at the counter, very friendly staff. They have comics available for purchase and comic related movies playing, it’s a vibe. Highly recommend.“

“We enjoyed a wonderful Sunday breakfast by the water listening to a musician play great island music. Our waitress, Tammy, was excellent. She was quick, knowledgeable, and the food was amazing!“

“The food is awesome the owner is friendly the view is amazing ❤️“

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

“Check it out! Sooo awesome!!“

“Excelente café y un lugar muy agradable“

“Service was very good and quick. Bathrooms are a small walk away cross the strip mall and need a key, were not super clean.

The sausage loco Moco was really fun to try and I really enjoyed it.
The Croissainwich was extremely mid, about what you would expect if you made it yourself.“