50 Best Vegan Restaurants in Kailua Kona

“Flew over from Oahu to check out Journey Cafe. Not disappointed. Delicious food, nice ambiance, location could be better-like OAHU! Please come to our island! And bring the vegan ice cream � SO ONO!“

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

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

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

“Amazing Tacoz with unique sauces! highly recommend!“

“Everything was perfect. The hamburgers were to die for, there sauce omg.

Vegetarian options: They have all this available as

Dietary restrictions: They have this as well

Parking: Big parking lot“

“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. 👍🏻“

“Recently I came across Koholā Coffee. I had no idea how reasonably priced the incredible food would be, how yummy the smoothies and other drinks are. The owner is a bright eyed beauty full of incredible Aloha and all of her staff are equally as awesome. I love whales and so does Jeannette🐋‼️ THE BEST‼️“

“I need to start out by acknowledging how incredible the staff was. Engaged with our daughter, great about being patient while we ordered and taking time to make us feel like we were regular customers. That right there, is how you build loyalty. Nothing but love from this Canadian. Everyone working December 5th 2024, is who you want always representative of your business.

Now, the secondary qualities: the coffee is perfect. Not even a hint of bitterness or lqcking any substantial flavor. Just get a 12 of black coffee and appreciate what quality coffee does as a consumer.

The frozen Ube coffee was awesome, full flavor, not overly sweet, and really just hit all the spots for us.

The music wasn't overly loud, the atmosphere was so much easier to take in and appreciate, and the vibe they've worked on establishing is already there and balanced for any customer. We'll be back, and will make a point to support HiCo moving forward.

Update: went back and ordered the loaded spam musubi, the food is absolutely also a valid reason to visit. The strawberry gin is incredible as well. Cant recommend enough.“

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

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

“Having found (and loved) Magics on a prior visit to the Bug Island, it was an easy call to start this trip with a beachside lunch immediately after arriving. Nothing cures travel fatigue better than relaxing under an umbrella on Magics' deck over the waves with a brilliant mai tai and an order of firecracker ono tacos. Really good food and drinks, friendly staff, perfect location.“

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

“Great gelato excellent service.“

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

“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.“

“I came across Bubba & Finn's on a Topsail page I follow. We decided to try it out on our vacation. Stopped by tonight 5/29/25 for dinner. Food was AMAZING!. We got Hushpuppies, Teriyaki Chicken plate, Mochiko Chicken, and The Big Island Delight Belgian Waffles, sides of rice and Hawaiian Mac Salad. Everything was absolutely delicious!!! Definitely will be back especially for the Hushpuppies 🤤“

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

“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!“

“Basic Cafe in Kona, Hawaii☺︎
A restaurant with the most delicious acai.

The size is
There are two types: Medium and Large.
I ordered the large size (32oz) because I wanted to share it.
Quite a volume.
I was very satisfied with the amount of fruit and toppings.

If you like acai bowls, please give it a try!
I recommend Basic Cafe, which has a strong acai flavor and is particular about the ingredients!
You can also see the sea from the counter.“

“The food at Fish Hopper,Kona, was great! My husband thought the pulled pork sandwich was the best he had ever had! My parmersan crusted fish was excellent! We do wish the wings weren’t just during happy hours.“

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

“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!“

“Was our first time and so yummy“

“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!“

“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!!🤙🏽“

“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!“

“My bbq jackfruit wrap ROCKED. Honestly, years ago I wasn't a big fan of Loko Wraps, now I'm gonna put it in my rotation of local food establishments. It was amazing, and the dragon fruit lemonade was delish as well. 10/ 10 I will go again. (see what I did there?)🤙“

“We arrived at 4:45pm on a Monday and the restaurant was nearly full- a great sign. We were seated at a table for two and waited on promptly. The menu is extensive but we found an appetizer and two entrees and placed our order relatively quickly. Staff was friendly, efficient and our meals: pad tai, roasted eggplant and Tom ka with chicken, were all excellent. Highly recommend!“

“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!“

“Great beer in a pleasant atmosphere. The outdoor seating is beautiful. We were going to eat here but decided to go elsewhere as the menu seemed to be pretty pricey and they were out of a lot of things. Regardless definitely worth coming in for a beer.“

“The Ultimate Beach Bar… .“

“Friendly staff, great food and atmosphere. Usually really good drinks. A great place to celebrate 🎉“

“I can’t say enough good things about 808 Grindz Cafe. We ate here TWICE during our vacation because the food was absolutely amazing, and the flavors were spot on. Everything tasted so fresh and well-prepared. The atmosphere was welcoming and relaxing, perfect for enjoying a great meal with family or friends.

The prices were very affordable, especially considering the quality of the food and service. It’s rare to find such a gem that delivers so much without breaking the bank. I was so caught up in the experience that I forgot to take any photos, but trust me—it’s worth it. Highly recommend checking it out!“

“Plenty of flavors also a cheat sheet inside to help those who don’t know“

“Awesome place Go Pack Go !“

“Okay I was very skeptical when this was suggested in my group. As tourists, it seemed like a weird hang. I was proved wrong. Go to the left side of the building, away from the bowling alley, and it was quieter and more diner like.The teriyaki and the pork and cabbage plates was delicious. Lots of food given! We may just be back and bowl next time :)“

“The food was excellent. I have had Massaman at a lot of different restaurants on the mainland. Before coming to Kris Thai in Hawaii, Thai 66 in Albuquerque New Mexico was my favorite. After dining at Krua Thai in Hawaii this is my favorite now.“

“pamello beer was outstanding.“

“An amazing meal!! Definite repeat trip!“

“Aloha amazing amazing food and service. The clam chowder is a must and Tempura anything- you can't go wrong. Mahalo Chef Ron.“

“I've been looking forward to coming here for years and it did NOT let me down. Super chill, great ʻawa, great food. The laulau is so good, I finished it even though i was super full! If you want real hawaiian food, this is the spot. 🤙🏽“

“Delicious food and friendly staff, the scenery is beautiful too“

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

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

“This was hands-down the best shave ice I've had anywhere in the Islands! Friendly staff, delicious syrups made from actual fruit, and ingenious holes in the tables that prevent spills. If you have always played it safe by choosing red, green, and blue, take a chance and let one of the staff select for you! I guarantee that it will make your tastebuds stand up and say,"Whoopie!!"“

“Incredible fresh ahi!!! My friend and I visited on a Sunday night around 6:30. We sat at the bar because there was a line and it was the perfect spot for us. We both got the poke flight with rice and a mai tai (not the ordinary Mai tai but HUGHKY recommend! Very boozy so beware if you do not like that but I love it). You get to choose 4 of their house pokes which are all incredible! I will be here every time I visit the island 🤙🏻 Aloha!

Dietary restrictions: Everything is fresh and can be tailored to individual needs.

Parking: Gets busy right by the restaurant as there are a ton of places in the Sam spot, but there is a parking lot right over the fence (have to walk around) that always has open spots.

Wheelchair accessibility: Ground floor with wheelchair accessible ramps“

“Not fair Google. Both dine in and takeout, also lunch and dinner. One of my favorite restaurants for many years. Auntie and Grandmama are still front and center and in the kitchen. Their food is fresh and Delicious, with generous portions. If you dine in, The view is above Ali’i Drive and a great place to watch. If you order to go, DO NOT let them refuse tip. A few favorites are the curry stew, either fish or chicken, and their Pad Thai is absolutely the best ever. If I remember correctly, they get their vegetables at the market down the street. Absolutely five stars
❤️?“

“Their coffee is the tastiest I've tried in Kona. I had the avocado bagel with sprouts and it was so fresh and delicious. The owner is super friendly and the atmosphere and vibes in the shop are awesome. They also have a couple of vegan pastries but I didn't try them. Highly recommend paying them a visit.“

“Fabulous Thai classics at great prices. Service can be a little slow because it is family operated but well worth the wait!“