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Kona Inn Restaurant, Kailua-Kona, HI

Kona Inn Restaurant

4.3
4.3
537 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
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Booked 15 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
***TEMPORARILY NOT TAKING RESERVATIONS***
PLEASE COME WALK IN AND WE WILL SET YOUR PARTY UP WITH A BEAUTIFUL TABLE!

Situated where it's always been: on the waterfront in the heart of old Kona town, offering one of the most beautiful restaurant settings in the world. The open air environment with unobstructed views of the Kona sunsets offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for a romantic dinner accompanied by the wonderful sounds of waves breaking right in front of the restaurant.

Seafood is King at the Kona Inn where the fresh fish are brought in daily by the local fisherman. The mammoth horseshoe-shaped all-Koa-wood bar is a world-famous watering hole that serves the best Mai Tai in the Isands and the coldest beer on the Big Island. You have not truly had an Hawaiian experience until you've visited the Kona Inn Restaurant.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Grill, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Cafe Grill Daily 11:30 am–9:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 2:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (808) 329-4455
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

What 537 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Kid-friendly

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Kona Inn Restaurant offers a "beautiful oceanfront view" and a "nostalgic atmosphere." Guests praise the "amazing food service," particularly the "best coconut shrimp ever." While some dishes and service aspects could improve, the "incredible views" and "historical building" enhance the dining experience, making visits memorable.
537 Reviews
  1. Jason

    VIP

    Milwaukee

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Stuffed ono was hands down one of the best seafood dishes I’ve ever had. Beautiful View for sunset too!!

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  2. Hal

    Hawaii

    14 reviews

    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent. View for sunset delightful. A bit spendy, but worth it.

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  3. Raymond

    Hawaii

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food, service great and view of harbor special.

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  4. Judy

    VIP

    Greensboro

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfectly placed table w/view , in shade….good service…great product.

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  5. Tracey

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was very attentive and personable. The stuffed ono was delicious!! We enjoyed our time at dinner watching the sun set and relaxing on our last night in Hawaii. We will definitely return! Thanks, Jill, for such a pleasant experience!

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  6. Katie

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s always such a great place to eat when visiting Kona. We celebrated our friends 50th birthday and the food and staff are amazing!

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  7. Timothy

    Columbus

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Visit every year for the calamari sandwich and view!!!

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  8. Paula

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress Kiana was great! Food and service was good. The view amazing!

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  9. SSLS

    Oklahoma City

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice atmosphere. Mai Tais were great. Food was good but pricey for what you get. Felt a bit rushed and never got my water glass refilled

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  10. Yoshika

    Hawaii

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    We were kept waiting for 30 mins before order. The waiter was overwhelmed.

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FAQs

Kona Inn Restaurant is rated 4.3 stars by 537 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
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Booked 15 times today
Google Map for Kona Inn Restaurant

75-5744 Alii Dr Ste 135, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

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Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Kailua-Kona
  • Hours of operation
    Cafe Grill Daily 11:30 am–9:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 2:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Grill, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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