Kailua-Kona Restaurants
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Beach Tree Restaurant, Bar and LoungeKailua-Kona$85.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
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- OTOpenTable DinerHawaii •2 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 2, 2023Food was amazing and a great selection to choose from..fresh fish, ribs and steak, pasta, burgers and salads. The fresh fish selection and preparation are excellent. I had the Risotto with fresh Monchong. Service was quick and friendly and attentive. The dessert tray is decadent,;;; especially the Kona Coffee Cheesecake. Excellent bar, too! And the views of Kailua bay are a bonus. Highly recommend the Kona Fish Hopper for food and ambiance!More infoFish Hopper - Kailua-Kona$$$$• Seafood• Kailua-Kona•4.6
- MPMarkPvipMinneapolis - St. Paul •20 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 2, 2023The Guacamole appetizer was a pleasant surprise. Very tasty and a good portion. I had the fish tacos. Fish was Mahi Mahi. A bit dry and could have used more sauce. The shells were soft, but fell apart. My wife had the Caesar’s salad. Nothing special. She got the Ginger Miso dressing which was excellent. Mahi Mahi was added, but nothing to rave about. Atmosphere and service were great. I would recommend it, but maybe get a different fish than the Mahi Mahi. Not much flavor to it.More infoPapa Kona Restaurant & Bar$$$$• American• Kailua-Kona•4.5
- OTOpenTable DinerLondon •2 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 1, 2023Friendly and efficient service (on New Year’s Day!!) Food tasted great. Right on the ocean.More infoMagics Beach Grill$$$$• Pacific Rim• Kailua-Kona•4.5
- CCherylvipSan Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 1, 2023As always, Island Lava Java remains our favorite Kailua spot. Great service. Wonderful staff. Food that never disappoints. And a cool island vibe.More infoIsland Lava Java Bistro$$$$• Contemporary American• Kailua-Kona•4.5
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Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, is known for its white sand beaches and beautiful weather. Most days of the year are sunny and dry because it is on the leeward side of the island. This dry, sunny weather is ideal for visiting the open bars that line the streets near the beaches. Kailua-Kona's signature Kona coffee is grown locally, and early risers will see that having a cup of joe is one of the most popular things to do early in the day. The Kailua-Kona area was originally a sleepy fishing village, and seafood continues to be the most popular type of cuisine. You'll also find opportunities to attend a traditional Hawaiian luau, featuring roasted pork, pineapple and plenty of alcohol. The local specialty, Mai-Tai, and handcrafted ales are also brewed right on the island.
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The best reviewed restaurant in Kailua-Kona is Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar - WAIKOLOA, Hawaii
The best vegan restaurants in Kailua-Kona are Papa Kona Restaurant & Bar, Island Lava Java Bistro and Magics Beach Grill
The best vegetarian restaurants in Kailua-Kona are Papa Kona Restaurant & Bar, Kenichi Pacific and Magics Beach Grill
The restaurants with the best service in Kailua-Kona are Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar - WAIKOLOA, Hawaii, A-Bay's on Ali'i and Keei Cafe
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Kailua-Kona are Shiono At Mauna Lani, Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar - WAIKOLOA, Hawaii and Beach Tree Restaurant, Bar and Lounge
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