50 Best Vegan Restaurants near Kealakekua

“Sooooo yummy! And such a fun place for the kiddos too. They have some games and areas for kids to play. Gelato is amazing. We had a big group, so we were able to try many flavors. I don’t know how to choose a favorite since they were all very good—toasted coconut is definitely high on the list and a must try.“

“Here on vacation from Australia. The food was fantastic, tasted great, really fresh. Lots of local craft beers on tap. Absolutely recommend.Vegetarian options: Some veg options and a solid selection of the menu can be made vego.Parking: Street parking, plenty of spots, but it's on the highway, so the traffic can be a problem.Kid-friendliness: A few options for kids, but our kids liked most of the regular menu“

“I popped in after hearing about this place from a friend - and I am so glad I did. :)I ordered the Thai Salad and Cultivate Awareness juice - just what I needed for a refreshing meal.I love that feeling of being full with plants heheGod bless you, and thank you so much for your kind & sincere service.I intend on returning fosho. ❤️“

“I walked in not knowing what to expect. As soon as I saw the board games right by the entrance I knew it was going to be a good night.The service was incredible and I was incredibly surprised by the quality of the hot dogs. Our server toasted the buns with so much love. Now I just want to go back for more love and more buns.10/10 would recommend.“

“Great Gluten Free bakery options and Vegan. Most excellent, laid back Cafe with wiFi...Harkins back to old school Seattle coffee shop and wifi hangout.Dietary restrictions: Gluten free bakery..a real one!!! Not two stale items. Our go to bakery for GF on island.“

“Amazing local place with great Japanese food.Highly suggested. The sashimi is as fresh as can be.They have some parking out front, but it fills up fast.They do not take reservations, so I suggest coming early. They have a bench out front to wait at.If you are in the area it is a must go for excellent food.“

“We joined friends for dinner here last night. We all really enjoyed the eggplant appetizer. I had the fresh catch with the lemon caper sauce. The mahi was prepared just right. They know how to do fish! There were too many good choices for dessert. We ended up splitting the mango cobbler with lilikoi sauce. It was excellent. The service was great! Our server was very patient with us-accomodating us with a table change (it was chilly last night) and gave one of our party extra veggies and re-running the bill for him when there was a small upcharge for using a charge card. There was some nice music which wasn't too loud which we appreciated. We will definately be back-so nice that Kona is getting some good restaurants that don't charge an arm and a leg. The was that the lilikoi martini which was gorgeous to look at could have used a little more kick and be a little less sweet.“

“Not a vegan but I’m convinced the journey salad is the best $19 of food you can get in Kona (even though it’s a little different every time). They are food geniuses.I wouldn’t recommend the ultimate bbq pocket because it’s not much food for the $ compared to the salad (see photo)“

“Hands down the BEST poke of Kona Island. We tried all highly rated places and only this one really hit all the high marks. High-quality rice cooked to perfection (we had a lot of bad rice at other places), amazing fish (fresh and perfectly seasoned) and fantastic price. We are surely going to be back. 本当にご馳走様ですた！“

“I’d return in a heartbeat! We were referred this place by our host and we’re blown away by how big the portions were and how flavourful our food was. My partner and I split the fish burrito which had a nice spice and zesty flavour to it. We took our food outside to the patio and enjoyed the views and lizards from there. Parking is limited but it’s well worth the wait or walk.Parking: There are a limited number of stalls in front but plan to arrive early.“

“Quick poke stop on the way to/from hiking or snorkeling. They have plenty of choices to satisfy most of poke lovers. We enjoyed both spicy and sweet options as well as a variety of sides. The service is quick and friendly. They have a few covered tables if you prefer to eat there.“

“The view from the dining area is second to none and the food makes it even better. My Ono Benedict was delightful and my iced latte was the perfect way to start our drive to Volcano.Keep an eye on those geckos, though! They were quite interested in what we were doing, haha.“

“I highly recommend this gelato business! It is the perfect place to go and get some gelato, and then walk across the street and watch the sun set into the beautiful Pacific Ocean. Plus, there are lots of shops to browse around before you go satisfy your sweet tooth.“

“Love this place--great local flair, nice views, wonderful service, good food! Loved the Li Hing Mui-garita. We had the beet salad, and Da Hreek Pizza, and it was so good we ordered a pizza to go! Thos one with the kiawe Mango sauce-yum! We will be back. Best part-- not far from Kailua, Kona, and free parking. (It now costs $30 for two hours parking in Kailua.)“

“What a gem! The mushroom sandwich was amazing! Added grilled pineapple and Havarti cheese, yum!! Fries with the garlic aoli were also so delicious. Totally appreciate the local ingredients and flavors were on point. Friendly folks working there too. Definitely check it out.“

“This was a great place to eat. The food tasted amazing (definitely certified ono aka delicious) and very filling. The staff was friendly and the service was relatively quick. All of the ingredients were fresh. It was very close to the ocean and local shops, and there was a bathroom inside (which was an extra bonus if you've been out and about). I would definitely recommend it to others!“

“A bit of a wait but absolutely worth it! Fish tacos were 10/10 and also got the special Guava Ginger Spicy Pork tacos. The sauces are spicy but not too spicy and just delicious. Highly recommend. Easy parking and market adjacent with good and clean bathrooms.“

“Great place to stop on your way south from Kona or headed north to Kona. We went for Taco Tuesdays this time and enjoyed the grilled fish tacos, regular fish and chips, and grilled fish and chips and, as usual, had leftovers to bring home for the next day. Friendly staff. Quick services and Ono food.“

“This place is seriously amazing. We walked in and oh my gosh the menu looked delicious. I've been in kona for a couple days now, tasted several different dishes, yet this is BY FAR THE BEST!!! I got a açaí bowl and oh my gosh, it was truely delicious. It had the most perfect amount of sweetness with delicious fruit chunks. I then got the lilikoi amazing. it was sparkling, sweet and just so perfect. We had to get seconds of it!!! The crepes where also amazing, we tried 3 different ones and they all where delicious. Wish we could eat there every day of our lives! So refreshing to go to a restaurant where you can tell they care about customers health while makeing the most delicious food. If you want a healthy delicious place, come here!“

“Kai is definitely one of my top places to lunch . The best and closest ocean view, the pizza is the best, their service is always good, parking is easy across the way! And most importantly I feel that they are one of not the most integrity driven food options on alii drive , while other establishments sometimes rest on a steady new supply of tourists and take advantage… I’ll be back soon“

“We tried Lava Flow and Cherry Blossom shave ice creations, and each was huge and very delicious. Ice had a nice fluffy texture, and the cream snow caps were good. Lava flow was a bit citrusy, I liked the cherry blossom more as it was sweet and more mellow, plus the mochi and mac nut ice cream were amazing. Three of us shared the two shave ice creations, but one would have been enough since it was so big and worth the cost.“

“What can I say first bite every single time “WOW” I love there burritos grilled jalapeños AVO on the side this food is tasty! I had to write my reviews one of the best place here in Kailua Kona no doubt! support this restaurant trust me when I say this u won’t be disappointed enjoy!“

“We were welcomed as we walked in and were treated like extended family. The portions were generous. The food had great depth of flavor and clearly had been freshly prepared. Would highly recommend the pot stickers, the lilikoi chicken, the kimchee fried rice and the spicy beef rib udon. Thankfully they had to-go containers readily available. Enjoy!“

“We ate here several times during our stay in kona , food is fresh and great , one of the best options at big island . They also have great opening hours and online service . Portions were big . We would perhaps appreciate just bit more variety and fresh veggies less crisps and salt otherwise great restaurant. We also tried smoothies which were delicious . Guys at restaurant are very sympathetic .Place has a free parking and it’s quiet . We 100 pour-cent recommend .“

“I moved to the island about a year ago and thought I had already found my favorite sandwich at Poi Dog Deli. Then came across this place hiding near my home and have not looked back (no offense to Poi Dog, they're incredible - but wow). Recommended to order ahead so you can pick up and enjoy without waiting! :)“

“Nice place but we arrived 30 mins before close time and they already washed the floors, it smelled of clorine very unpleasantly making it impossible to sit inside. We sat outside. Took a smoothie with pineapple and avocado (loved that they allowed to switch some ingredients around without extra fee) and my husband took a cappuccino which was not so good or flavorful. Smoothie was great.“

“You can choose to order from the set shave ice options or make your own custom flavored one. If you decide to have ice cream in it, it is hidden under the shave ice for a nice surprise. It melt fairly quickly in the sun so be sure to eat in the shade. Super tasty.Kid-friendliness: The children can choose to make their own custom shave ice to suite their needs.“

“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!“

“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!“

“First time here and the very kind and patient lady that helped us gave us some perfect suggestions on what we wanted to order. We got to try both their soft serve - mango ube in a quality waffle cone and shaved ice. They’re also very clean!!!Went back for a second visit and they remembered us. Such amazing hospitality for the volume of people coming through their doors :) I wish we could have dole whip everyday!I would also go just to check out their mango Lisa. ;)“

“Either indoor table seating, Ramen bar seating, or nice outdoor patio overlooking the Kona brewery outdoor tanks a few hundred yards. They were absolutely busy. We walked in and asked for a table, yet were immediately seated with no wait due to being a small party. Others didn’t seem to have to wait long. This was the hardest working/most well oiled machine staff I’ve ever seen in my life, no joke. If I moved to Kona, I’d 100% apply here to be a part of this work of art that was their service and chef team. The sushi, pork dumplings, tempura apps, all amazing. We’ll definitely be back, as we did not try the house-made Ramen.“

“We were so happy to pick this spot for a coffee and chat before we departed. I loved my Ube cream foam cold brew. The kids had fun, the atmosphere is right up my alley and the kids shared a little vegan lemon cake. Lots nearby to walk to and parking was sufficient.“

“What a great and bustling taproom. I was a little apprehensive as this was a larger nationally distributed brewery but all of the beers I tried were very tasty and brewed completely true to style. The pink boots black IPA and the steam ale both really stood out to me.Also, even though the place was slammed and people were moving left right and everywhere the bartender still took a little time to help us with our beer selection and treated us very kindly. Thank you, and I hope you get to pequods soon!“

“Willie's chicken is definitely hot, those who like it hot should definitely try the Lava …. This is an excellent hot dry rub. Paige has a healthy respect for people on vacation... very generous pours. The atmosphere and ambiance is second to none. Affordable prices, friendly and fun setting, indoor and outdoor seating and the most important thing is the food is great. Shawn, Soren and Ky..... thank you all for the invite and the hospitality, definitely a highlight for us.....you have people ready to move across a whole ocean. Looking forward to the next time already!“

“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!“

“I recently had the pleasure of dining at Jackie Rey's in Kona, and oh, what a treat! The food was absolutely divine, with each dish more delicious than the last. Standouts included:- Pork Chop: Tender, juicy, and full of flavor- Lamb Shanks: Fall-off-the-bone tender and richly flavored- Duck Breast: Cooked to perfection, with a crispy skin and succulent meatThe culinary expertise and attention to detail in each dish were impressive. However, the cocktails could use some improvement. Unfortunately, they were watered down and lacked the strength and flavor I crave in a good cocktail.Despite this, I highly recommend Jackie Rey's for its exceptional food and warm atmosphere. With a few tweaks to their mixology, this restaurant would be a true gem!“

“My last night at the island was spent at Huggo’s with friends. The view was spectacular!!! The food you ask? Amazing!!! Our waitress was very attentive. We had a party of 7, and there was a stretch of time between everyone getting their meals, but they made up for it with free dessert! Definitely high on my list next time I return!“

“WORTH PULLING OVER FOR. Absolutely out of this world, flavorful, seemingly endless menu combinations of authentic Jamaican food straight from the heart. Had curry potatoes, pumpkin corn bread, and fried plantains. All three were moist, and consistency was THERE. wish I was hungry enough to try everything. 12 out of 10Parking: Gas station lot, find a spot, park right outside the pop up.“

“The tropical flavors all complimented each other and it wasn’t too sweet which is just how I like it. Too much sugar gives me migraines. The customer service was wonderful as well. Will definitely go back when I visit the big island again.“

“Loko Wraps actually helped cater our wedding of ~50 people and we can not speak highly enough about how much we and our guests enjoyed everything we ordered! A handful of our guests loved our taco bar so much, they ended up going back to Loko Wrap’s storefront the next day for lunch! We ordered a handful of different veggie and meat fillings, sides, sauces and toppings. The ceviche, BBQ jackfruit and shoyu chicken are AMAZING. Mike was super friendly over the phone and helped us put together a delicious menu that our guests all loved. Highly recommend Loko Wraps for catering, you will not be disappointed!“

“Absolutely wonderful place,I come here all the time to work or just to sit and relax with a friend.They have several different seating areas all beautifully decorated, and each give off a different unique vibe.Highly recommended!!!(This is my favorite cafe on the kona side:)“

“This is my favorite Thai place in Captain Cook, my neighborhood, and is better than any in Kailua-Kona except Thai Rin. The vegatables are fresh and always crispy in every dish I've had. Prices are good. Photo shown is half of an order of Kee Mow rice noodle with vegetables. I was so hungry I forgot to take the picture:) For addinng shrimp at $2, I got 5 shrimps. I am always pleased with her (the owner's) cooking. My other favorite is Tom Kar soup. The coconut cream she uses is very rich and creamy. It is a take-out place wtih some tables outside in the courtyard of Kealakekua Ranch Center.“

“Wow! What delicious, authentic Pho. The owner was very accommodating to my request to combine the tofu and vegetable versions. Hot. Fresh. Ample portion size. I wish I lived here so I could come back regularly. The BanMi sandwiches looked huge, too.Vegetarian options: Sandwich and pho can both be vegetarian“

“What a gem!! Adorable decor and Delicious coconut chai, with an amazing German breakfast loaded with fresh fruits, cheeses, meats, veggies, breads and a soft boiled egg. I felt like I was in a country cottage writing a novel. This is a must try at least once on Kona.“

“The cheesy muffins are very tasty!!! They forgot my pickle and the sandwich barley had any pineapple chunks so it was a little disappointing... They also forgot to give me some popcorn, the sandwiches are supposed to come with popcorn and a pickle, I Guess 2/3 isn't bad? ?“

“Went there recently while on vacation. So happy to have found this place. Pea was amazing waitress and great with our kids. Food was easily made vegetarian and tasty. They even had vegan sauces to ensure there was no fish! We loved the food and staff.“

“Came over for the day to look at nurseries. The Buffalo wings extra crunchy was great. The Chicharon was flavorless. And the vinegar flavored wings were bland. The Kalua pig nachos were really good and the garlic fries were awesome. I gave a 5 star even though I didn't care for 2 things that we ordered because the things that I ORDERED WERE MEMORABLE!!“

“A tiny restaurant with a hole in the wall vibe, offering fresh and no frill sushi. Their red hot lava sushi roll is good, but the portion was small. I had to order 2 more portions of nigiri sushi (it's 2 nigiri per portion) to fill myself up.“

“Love the variety of curries here (most Thai restaurants have only green, yellow and red.) My husband and I enjoy the Masssaman curry- a deep and sweet flavor with potatoes and onions and peanuts. We tried the Panang Curry today, reminds of Thom Kha soup because of those fragrant lime leaves (see pic). Will try local fruit curries next time.Thom Kha soup here is okay (the Royal Thai in Keauhou Shopping mall is much more flavorful and more generous with meat portion. Also, the Thom Kha in Waimea at Parker Ranch mall best overall on island in our opinion on soup, just FYI.)The atmosphere is clean, sweet staff, nice decor. Would recommend curries here for sure. Oh, and the "wingers" (little chicken wings fried perfectly and seasoned tastefully) were excellent here. We tried the chicken satay last time, also good, but we are best connoisseurs of Thom Kha, heh.Expect to pay around $20 per curry (unless lunch weekday special ) We appreciate ability to upgrade to sticky rice instead of jasmine here at Krua, also. Bit of an upcharge ($2) but worth it for the texture- almost like dessert for us. (Yah, yah we know it ain't as nutritious but desserts rarely are.) Overall, great restaurant to try, within easy walking distance to Kailua Pier.Wheelchair accessibility: Kinda accessible, stairs to front entrance, and another entrance ramp (minimum incline) on other side which is good, but! There is always somebody parked in ramp exit path to parking area north side and the parking stop curbs on west ramp area are tight, some wheelchairs too wide for east access, just FYI. See photos to judge for yourself and your own needs.“

“The food was delicious! We've been eating takeout for a while but this food tasted homemade. The seating outside has shade and the service was great. The two men behind the counter were very polite and friendly. Great experience all around! We had 4 omelets and a bagel sandwich“