Kona Grill - Carmel

3.8 (3175)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

14395 Clay Terrace Blvd, Clay Terrace Shopping Center, Carmel, IN 46032

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Good for business meals

Welcome to Kona Grill Carmel at Clay Terrace, steps away from The Lawn day of shopping.
Kona Grill is a classic American Grill with great steak and seafood - complemented by the best choice of sushi and margaritas at any grill in America. Kona Grill features a global menu of contemporary American favorites, award-winning sushi, and specialty craft cocktails in a polished, casual atmosphere. From brunch & lunch to dinner & happy hour, the restaurant offers a range of freshly prepared dishes from the grill, seasonal menu items and fan-favorite dishes across all dayparts. Kona Grill offers both indoor and outdoor patio dining at all its locations, $3, $6, $9 happy hour offered weekdays & NEW weekend brunch, guided by a passion for quality food and exceptional service.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Sushi
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–12:00 am Fri, Sat 11:00 am–1:00 am Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon 11:00 am–12:00 am Tue–Fri 2:00 pm–6:00 pm Tue–Thu 9:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 9:00 pm–1:00 am Dinner Sun 2:00 pm–11:00 pm
Contact
(317) 566-1400
Website
https://konagrill.com/location/carmel-in/?utm_source=opentable&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=website
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Catering available for delivery & pickup through EZ Cater at: https://www.ezcater.com/catering/kona-grill-carmel
Private party facilities
Please call for details.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
14395 Clay Terrace Blvd, Clay Terrace Shopping Center, Carmel, IN 46032
Neighborhood
Carmel
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Kona Grill - Carmel.

3.8

(3175)

3.8Food
3.9Service
4.0Ambience
3.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Kona Grill in Carmel offered a mixed dining experience before its closure. Patrons praised the "great service" and "excellent food," particularly enjoying the sushi and desserts. The atmosphere was noted as "fun" and suitable for gatherings. However, some found the service inconsistent, and prices high for the portion sizes.

3,172 Reviews

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Sharon Gold
Indiana24 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 25, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service from Lyric. Always good food and atmosphere. Good place to get together with friends.
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Jayme Gold
Indiana10 reviews
3.0
Dined on September 24, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Food was overpriced, especially for the portion size.
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Michele
Indiana3 reviews
1.0
Dined on September 23, 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Never like to say anything bad. But it was. Food was good. Service was not.
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Barb
Indiana49 reviews
3.0
Dined on September 19, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Our service for a party of 3 was not good. I had to ask the waitress multiple times to check on our order. Placing orders, receiving orders, and tracking down staff was an issue. The food was excellent.
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Cory Gold
Indiana28 reviews
4.0
Dined on September 12, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Kona is just meh 🫤 it used to be one of our favorites and I keep going back hoping it’ll be better. It’s hit or miss. Went last night to celebrate my bday with my family and it was just under whelming. My salmon was good the sweet potato fries were ok kinda soggy. My daughter liked her bento box crab crunch rolls, said the macaroni washy great. The bento box is a great value if the food is good. Our sever was nice. My son and his girlfriend said their cheeseburgers were decent but no one liked their French fries. The sprite had no bubbles. There is just no wow factor here anymore. $22 for a cheeseburger and fries is pretty steep too. $36 for salmon and sweet potato fries. This restaurant needs a glow up in more ways the one. The location is great for us and the menu variety works for our family but I really wish that Kona would step it up. Very kind of them to bring out dessert for my birthday. It was very good and well presented. Hoping the will “wow” like they used to.
Kona Grill - CarmelResponded on September 14, 2026
Thank you for your feedback, Cory. We're glad you enjoyed the salmon and birthday dessert, but apologize for the inconsistencies with the fries and other aspects of your visit. We appreciate your loyalty and hope to improve your experience next time. We hope to see you again soon and bring back the "wow". Cheers
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Kelsey
Indiana1 review
5.0
Dined on September 5, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had such an incredible experience here! The service and food were amazing. It was the perfect date night.
Kona Grill - CarmelResponded on September 7, 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Kelsey. We’re thrilled that the food and service helped make your date night so special. It means a lot that you chose to spend that evening with us. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable meal soon.
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Natalie
Indianapolis1 review
5.0
Dined on September 5, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had such a great experience at Kona Grill! We tried the Taste of Kona menu and especially loved the sushi and cheesecake. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was fun, and the service was excellent. Everyone took great care of us. Definitely a place I’d come back to!
Kona Grill - CarmelResponded on September 8, 2026
Thank you for the kind words! We're so happy you enjoyed the Taste of Kona menu, especially the sushi and cheesecake. We're glad the atmosphere and service helped make the visit fun. We appreciate you sharing this and hope to welcome you back to Kona Grill soon.
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Erin Gold
Indiana113 reviews
3.0
Dined on September 1, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
I ordered the Asian crunch salad with macadamia crusted chicken which is my usual order. The salad dressing was bland and there wasn't much dressing on the salad. The chicken was barely warm. The restaurant was extremely warm - not sure if the AC was working on an extremely hot day.
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Lisa
Indiana11 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 30, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is excellent, service is attentive, and the environment is good for business or celebration. It is a business casual to relaxed environment.
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Eric
Indiana3 reviews
3.0
Dined on August 28, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
My latest experience at Kona Grill in Carmel was a serious disappointment. Way below the normal Kona Grill standard. Made a reservation yet still got seated in the bar at a high top - even though there were lots of open tables in the regular dining room. When I asked for a regular table, we were seated at a regular height table still in the bar - by the door with lots of flying insects. Several of the dishes were dirty. My drink was served in a chipped bar glass with sharp edge. Our server was barely around. We got the wrong bill. Even the food, though good, was not up to Kona's normally high standards. NOT, the dining experience we paid for.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Sushi
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–12:00 am Fri, Sat 11:00 am–1:00 am Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon 11:00 am–12:00 am Tue–Fri 2:00 pm–6:00 pm Tue–Thu 9:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 9:00 pm–1:00 am Dinner Sun 2:00 pm–11:00 pm
Contact
(317) 566-1400
Website
https://konagrill.com/location/carmel-in/?utm_source=opentable&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=website
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Catering available for delivery & pickup through EZ Cater at: https://www.ezcater.com/catering/kona-grill-carmel
Private party facilities
Please call for details.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
14395 Clay Terrace Blvd, Clay Terrace Shopping Center, Carmel, IN 46032
Neighborhood
Carmel
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Some mains come in generous portions, for example, guests note the Macadamia Nut Chicken as large enough for two, and several reviewers mention satisfying portions with leftovers on occasion.

Yes, Kona Grill, Carmel is family friendly: it has a dedicated Kids Menu (bento boxes, pizzas, mains and sides) and reviewers note it’s an excellent choice for groups with children.

Expect the restaurant to be busiest on holidays and special occasions, guests report oversold nights and long waits on days like Mother’s Day and Valentine’s, while midweek late-night visits and some weekday lunches can be noticeably quieter.

Yes, Kona Grill - Carmel offers outdoor patio dining, and guests have enjoyed dining on the patio.

The sushi is a standout at Kona Grill, the restaurant highlights its “award-winning” sushi and guests frequently praise the rolls and late-night sushi offerings.

Mon–Thu 11:00 am–12:00 am Fri, Sat 11:00 am–1:00 am Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon 11:00 am–12:00 am Tue–Fri 2:00 pm–6:00 pm Tue–Thu 9:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 9:00 pm–1:00 am Dinner Sun 2:00 pm–11:00 pm

Yes, guests report that Kona Grill (Carmel) is open on holidays, so the Clay Terrace location welcomes holiday visits.

Kona Grill, Carmel feels polished yet relaxed: the restaurant describes a polished, casual atmosphere and guests note a roomy, comfortable setting with a covered bar area that can be quiet and welcoming.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, neat clothing is appropriate and nothing formal is expected.

For a reliably great late‑night visit, Kona Grill, Carmel is a standout: guests say visits after 11 PM have been consistently excellent, and the restaurant stays open late on weekends.

Yes, Kona Grill, Carmel runs weekday $3/$6/$9 happy hour and also offers a new weekend brunch experience.

Yes, the menu includes clearly labelled vegetarian options, for example the "Vegetarian" traditional roll (asparagus, avocado, yamagobo, cucumber, sprouts).

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Bento Box

Main

Coconut Shrimp

Chicken Tenders

Grilled Chicken

Mini Cheeseburgers** (2)

Grilled Salmon

California Roll*

Crab Crunch Roll*

Sides

White Rice

Mashed Potatoes

Edamame

Green Beans

French Fries

Sweet Potato Fries

Mac & Cheese

Pizzas

Pepperoni

Cheese

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