Foster’s Kitchen
Foster’s Kitchen is a Kailua-Kona favorite, offering fresh, locally sourced dishes, handcrafted cocktails, and stunning ocean views in a relaxed, open-air setting.
Temple
The Temple Kona offers a modern, open-air dining experience with locally sourced craft food, cocktails, and stunning ocean views, making it a fresh addition to Kailua-Kona’s culinary scene.
Willie’s Hot Chicken
Willie’s Hot Chicken brings the bold flavors of Nashville to Kailua-Kona with its signature spicy fried chicken, hearty comfort food, and laid-back, lively atmosphere.
Jackie Rey’s Ohana Grill Kona
Jackie Rey’s Ohana Grill is a beloved Kailua-Kona restaurant offering fresh, locally inspired dishes in a warm, open-air setting, perfect for a relaxed yet upscale dining experience.
Aloha Vibes
Aloha Vibes is a popular Kailua-Kona spot known for its fresh, locally-sourced menu, vibrant oceanfront atmosphere, and friendly service.
Best Acai Bowl in Kona
If you’re clamoring for this popular, immune function boosting, nutritious snack, fear not: Kona’s got you covered.
Da Poke Shack
Don the Beachcomber at the Royal Kona
On the spectrum of local to touristy, the Royal Kona unsurprisingly sits on the touristy end of the spectrum. That said, there’s a lot to love about this place, from the epic sunsets to their world famous mai tais to the frequent live music.
Huggos On the Rocks in Kona
Established in 1969, Huggos on the Rocks offers gorgeous waterfront seating overlooking Kailua Bay. Grab a seat at the bar to enjoy happy hour and a front-row seat to the friendly, young staff who hustle to get the drinks and food out in a timely manner. The bar snacks are delicious (order the kalua pork nachos […]
