Restaurants in Kailua-Kona

“It was delicious and great service!”

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

“Updated my review! I would like to thank Ultimate Burger for making the order right... Although the first order was not correct they made up for t. Thank you for the delicious food. Mom said thanks!”

“Excellent food, friendly staff, excellent experience!”

“Seems to be the best poke place while on Big Island. They have some standard types of poke and to me, it’s sufficient enough to satisfy the desire for good poke.”

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

“Amazing Tacoz with unique sauces! highly recommend!”

“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. 👍🏻”

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

“We had our best Sushi ever 🇯🇵 😀👍”

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

“Amazing spot! Had the lox toast and the spam musubi. 10/10 recommend. Food takes about 15 minutes but the drinks are so quick. Highly recommend trying a couple items here.”

“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 🙏”

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

“Beautiful experience celebrating the anniversary of our loved ones. The attention to detail was on point. Rio was an amazing server. Food was fantastic! Even our dogs felt welcome.”

“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. 😊”

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

“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.”

“AMAZING view and we loved the live music. Service was great with good recommendations/advice. Compared to the other places we ate at factoring in the service/standard and vibes I would highly recommend if you're looking for a higher end spot.”

“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.”

“The beers were all surprisingly delicious and much smoother than bottled or canned ones. The food was also great (tacos, wings, Caesar salad). It was fun to try different sampler beers and mark them on the beer map.”

“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!”

“The restaurant is located near Kona Airport, and the front desk is run by a pair of twin brothers. It serves typical Hawaiian-style American Chinese food with very generous portions. Everything is served with disposable tableware, which I find convenient. The taste leans toward the local Hawaiian flavor and is quite good. Next time I come to the Big Island, I’ll definitely stop by here after landing—have a meal and then head to the Costco next door for shopping.”

“They have abalone and scallops in their boiled seafood bucket! Although I feel like they didn’t boil the different seafood together, but rather boiled them then mixed them with the sauces, the seafood was pretty fresh.”

“The best food, the best drinks and by far the best service. I wish I remembered my servers name because she really deserved it! She worked so hard and was so lovely. Id come back in a heartbeat if she was serving me!”

“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.”

“Best food in Kona! We love this place and keep coming back every chance we get. Need to call ahead and get on waitlist to be lucky and get a reservation day off. It’s on the beach- so perfect setting and great sunsets!!”

“I vacationed here for a week in September 2025 and Kona Chinese BBQ was so good that I had to get it twice! I ordered the Chicken Katsu via DoorDash both times, leaving special instructions for extra Katsu sauce and fried rice instead of white rice - and both times they followed through! Very generous portions and everything was absolutely delicious, it was exactly the experience I was hoping for. Would recommend if you love chicken katsu and fried rice like I do!”

“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!!”

“Great gelato excellent service.”

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

“🌺🤙🏽 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!”

“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.”

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

“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 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.”

“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.”

“I am so sad this place is closing! The donuts are wonderfully delicious and they come up with all kinds of combos that are yum!! The workers are great! Helpful and kind. My favorite was the bacon one. We will miss you! #damnCovid2020”

“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 best poke. Lots of varieties, lots of sides. Parking is tight but not a problem. Ate poke a lot while in Hawaii and this was easily the best of all of the spots.”

“Variety and close to where you stay”

“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.”

“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!”

“The place is a lot better than expected. We also got the Chinese food. It came in big portions and was well done. We spent long time admiring the crazy drone aerial photography videos trying to figure out if they were ai or real. Nice atmosphere and it filled up by 9pm. Seems like lots of people around here know it's good. We've been in two nights in a row.”

“Amazing food, great quick service, and free parking! We got the yellow curry with chicken and pad thai with tofu as well as these fresh rolls with an authentic peanut sauce.”

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

“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!”

“Awesome place Go Pack Go !”

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

“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”

“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!!🤙🏽”

“Wonderful place, beautiful and cozy inside. Very welcoming staff. Food was very good , we liked the breakfast pizza very much. It was quite tasty and very affordable for a breakfast for 2.”

“Friendly staff and fantastic food 😋”

“We got in right before the rush and got sat right away. We ordered the fish and chips, Laulau plate, hottie poke, and kids quesadilla w/ fries. The fish and chips was great, fresh. The laulau was good, very moist, not too salty. Service was quick and kind. Poke was fresh.”

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

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

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

“Wow, this place is amazing! The açaí bowls are HUGE, super fresh, and loaded with toppings — hands down the best we’ve had in Hawai’i. Staff were super friendly and welcoming, and the vibe here is so chill. Definitely a must-stop if you’re nearby. 🌺🥭🥥”

“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.”

“This was a GREAT find. The food is reasonably priced, and they give a generous portion serving. The hamburger was extremely tasty and the fries are superb, as are their salads. The fish and chips dish was not as expected...too much breading on the fish and the kind of fish is suspect, given they don't disclose it. All in all, they have a huge menu that will please anyone, though be aware that they get very busy during regular breakfast/lunch/dinner hours.”

“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!”

“This bar is the perfect mix of laid-back charm and quality. The drinks are excellent—well-made, flavorful, and served just right. The atmosphere is relaxed and inviting, with great ocean view that adds to the overall experience without feeling over the top. The staff are friendly and attentive, making you feel genuinely welcome, and the food is surprisingly good for a place that focuses on drinks. It’s the kind of spot where you can unwind, enjoy good company, and have a great time without any pretension.”

“Stepping into Kona Crust was a complete whim, a spontaneous decision that turned out to be the best pizza I've had in ages! I was just looking for a quick bite and decided to try this spot by chance, and boy am I glad I did.
From the first bite, it was clear this wasn't just any pizza. Did not disappoint.”

“Filipino food here is MayJah 😋🤙🏾”

“I ordered an oxtail soup to go! The best oxtail soup I've tried and I have tried many! The broth was fire and the meat was perfect and soft. Everything was seasoned to perfection! A must try if you are on Hawaii Island and in Kona.”

“Very Good food and of course good customer service and love the owner they are so so so NICE. I recommend them”

“Love this place! Strong drinks, laid back atmosphere, friendly staff and dogs. This place definitely deserves 5*.”

“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.”

“Amazing spot! Had the lox toast and the spam musubi. 10/10 recommend. Food takes about 15 minutes but the drinks are so quick. Highly recommend trying a couple items here.”

“Best Asian ribs and sushi ever!”

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

“Fantastic lunch today. Great view and excellent service”

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

“Great restaurant. Food, service and atmosphere... a trifecta!”

“The best poke. Lots of varieties, lots of sides. Parking is tight but not a problem. Ate poke a lot while in Hawaii and this was easily the best of all of the spots.”

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

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

“Food is great, need dining area though.”

“This was a GREAT find. The food is reasonably priced, and they give a generous portion serving. The hamburger was extremely tasty and the fries are superb, as are their salads. The fish and chips dish was not as expected...too much breading on the fish and the kind of fish is suspect, given they don't disclose it. All in all, they have a huge menu that will please anyone, though be aware that they get very busy during regular breakfast/lunch/dinner hours.”

“Updated my review! I would like to thank Ultimate Burger for making the order right... Although the first order was not correct they made up for t. Thank you for the delicious food. Mom said thanks!”

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