Kona Grill - Denver

3.9

1953 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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Welcome to Kona Grill Denver at Cherry Creek Shopping Center, with convenient valet parking right at our main entrance. 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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 6, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 31 times today

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Sushi
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 2:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 2:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 2:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 2:00 pm–6:00 pm Mon–Thu 9:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 9:30 pm–1:00 am
Phone number
(720) 974-1300
Website
http://www.konagrill.com/
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-3

Location
3000 E. First Avenue, Cherry Creek Mall, Denver, CO 80206
Neighborhood
Cherry Creek
Cross street
1st Ave & Fillmore St
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Red Sloppy Joe Burger$22.00
bbq smoked brisket, ¼ lb angus beef patty, american cheese, fried onion
White Cheddar Cheeseburger$19.00
double stacked ¼ lb angus beef, caramelized onions, white cheddar
Blue Cheese Bacon Cheeseburger$23.00
double stacked ¼ lb angus beef patties, blue cheese crumble cream, caramelized onions, crispy bacon

From the Sea

Seafood Fettuccine Alfredo$31.00
shrimp, bay scallops, mussels, alfredo sauce, parmesan cheese, scallions

Dessert

Apple Pie$14.00
caramel sauce, vanilla ice cream

Happy Hour Sliders

Only available during Happy Hour

Broiled Shiitake Patty
- each$3.00
Red Sloppy Joe$6.00
White Cheddar$6.00
Blue Cheese Bacon$6.00

What 1,953 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

3.9

3.9 based on recent ratings

3.9Food
4.1Service
4Ambience
3.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Denver / Colorado
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables
Denver
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

1,953 Reviews

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AbbyP
Denver
58 reviews
vip
4.0
58 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience3
Usually get great service, but last evening it was super slow and we were rushed to make it to an event. The food and drinks were great!
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ChrisP
Central Coast
16 reviews
vip
2.0
16 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall2food3service1ambience2
We were placed in the enclosed outside region. It was freezing cold even with heaters. Our reservation was for standard indoor seating. Service was nice but very slow. Won’t be going back.
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Memorial
Denver
32 reviews
3.0
32 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall3food3service1ambience5
Service was extremely poor. We had waited for about 15 minutes before anyone recognized us after being seated. Had to ask for everything, even a flatware/napkin wrap. Birthday celebration presented a $15 dining credit email. No dessert or mention of birthday. Finally received the check as it wasn't coming up on the screen to pay. No discount or anything. Food was mediocreat best and served cold.
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Knut
Exclusive
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall1food1service1ambience4
Unfortunately our server forgot to put in my ribeye order, so we left after being seated for an hour and twenty minutes. My wife did get her sushi roll and said it was good.
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TanyaO
Denver
10 reviews
vip
1.0
10 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall1food2service1ambience1
Made an indoor reservation. Ended up outside .Everyone was wearing their jackets. Inside was not any better clients were wearing beanie’s. Food was average. Drinks took forever !! Our server had a smile but had to check constantly on the menu. It was so cold, so enjoyable
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DaleR
Denver
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience3
Good but pricey, 480.00 including tip and parking for 5 people. Small portions.
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DeniseC
Denver
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It's my favorite restaurant, I'm there at least 3-4 times a month!!
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TimothyC
Denver
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 25, 2023
overall3food2service4ambience4
Service was good, the waygu tasted off the sides weee meh.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 24, 2023
overall2food1service3ambience1
Worst and weird hostess. Huge but sounds like an infant with a weird lazy eye or staring problem. Definitely a woke hostess. Food was eh. Mainly cold and under mid. Server was nice and especially to disabled compared to the punk/goth hostess that was mentioned in the beginning of this review. Had a staring problem. When setting a reservation, make sure the hostess’ have read your note such as a preferred place to sit to allergens. Wouldn’t recommend this place. You would think it’d be better; considering the area, but no. I’d prefer quality Italian if spending my money on cuisine.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
9 reviews
vip
1.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2023
overall1food2service5ambience2
Rib eye steak taste like shoe leather. The chicken on the chicken salad was unbeatable. Tough as barn nails. Server was awesome. Won’t be back.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We came into Denver to spend time with our adult children for Thanksgiving. We always visit Kona when we are in town - and we're super appreciative for the awesome staff on this holiday.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience4
Not as good as last year’s Traditional Thanksgiving meal. Turkey was dry, out of the drink I wanted. The service was iffy. My girlfriend’s Brussel sprouts were under cooked:( Mac Cheese decent. The Asian green beans were quite good, as well as the stuffing:) The ambience was very nice 🎄 Skip the Patio Bubbles 🍹 go for the Casamigos margarita 🍸
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prexiechase
Denver
37 reviews
vip
3.0
37 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience3
We ordered potstickers and Turkey dinners. Waiter brought all 3 dishes together. Turkey was dry. No one came to our table until I called restaurant on the phone. The manager came over and gave us more gravy and comped us for the potstickers. We did not enjoy our Thanksgiving dinner.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Such a great experience! Terrance was an amazing server and handled our group excellently. Food was so very yummy and I appreciate those working on the holiday for us traveling sports parents.
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HOUSTONFOODIE
Denver
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I was there for Thanksgiving day and the service and food was great. We had the meatballs and the sea bass sliders and both were delicious. The service was amazing that day as I was concerned since it was a holiday but this team did a great job!
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DanG
Denver
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was our Thanksgiving meal and we’re thankful for the team at Kona Grill, especially our server James. It was our 1st time and James was our Kona Grill Sherpa. His wine recommendation was great and the meal was fabulous. Everyone in our party got what they wanted because there was a wide variety of menu options - steak, seafood, sushi, etc. It was all fabulous. Cooked perfectly and delicious. The atmosphere and decor were also well done - casually elegant. Thank you Kona Grill Denver.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 20, 2023
overall5food2service5ambience5
The waiter made everything friendly and worth coming for
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Yelli27
Denver
38 reviews
vip
3.0
38 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience5
We love Kona Grill, but unfortunately last Saturday was not good. We waited over an hour for our food, the food wasn't great when it arrived and overall the place couldn't handle the tables (we had a reservation) so this was on the restaurant.
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itswhatsfordinner
Denver
11 reviews
vip
1.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall1food2service2ambience2
Prices are high so we were expecting good food and great service. Food portions are fairly small (small bowl of calamari for $20+, small cup of chowder for $16….etc). Food was fine, nothing special. My friend’s steak came out very well when she asked for MW. They made her another one but it took well over 20 min. And then it was MR. The rest of us were finished and the table had been cleared already. Overall we felt the place was very lacking. Very high prices with nothing to back it up. Staff were very nice and friendly but there was clear lack of organization and process so service took a long time and it dealt chaotic. All four of us agreed we would not be returning, just too expensive for what you get.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Dry friendly staff and excellent Sunday happy Hour menu with craft drinks sushi and more. With valet parking what else can you ask for?
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DSMKE
Denver
75 reviews
vip
4.0
75 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
Got there early and was able to enjoy their happy hour!
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SteveW
Central Coast
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always great!! Food was good, service was fast! A tad noisy
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LAFoodie
Denver
15 reviews
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Had the KG Cheeseburger. It was good even though the chef was a little heavy handed with the salt. Our waiter,Eduardo, was awesome.
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ElOh
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 8, 2023
overall3food5service1ambience5
I love coming here for Happy Hour. But yesterday it took them 20 minutes to come & take my initial drink & order, Then the server didn’t come check on me, not even for a refill, only until after I was done with my food. But he sure checked up on everyone else around me. It wasn’t even that busy.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2023
overall4food2service5ambience5
The ambiance was great, and the service was fabulous. The service is always phenomenal here. Unfortunately someone in our group got very sick after eating dinner here.
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Katesreviews
Denver
31 reviews
vip
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Kona was one of our favorite spots but we hadn't been there in quite some time. We decided to go on Saturday and we were all so impressed! The beautiful renovations, the service, the food, everything was spectacular. Javier was our server and he was just awesome. We had a chance to meet the managers on duty, Heather and Cayden and they were both so warm and welcoming I just can't say enough good things about our experience. We absolutely will be back!!!
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MichaelS
Las Vegas
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2023
overall1food1service3ambience3
Steak was overcooked, dry and under seasoned. Lobster Mac and cheese was inedible and consisted of nothing more than some melted shredded cheese over dry noodles. This is the 3rd or 4th trip to Kona and unfortunately will most likely be the last.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2023
overall3food2service4ambience4
It was ok. 2 out of 6 people were happy with the food. We got a $15 cheesecake to go and it was the smallest little slice I’ve seen. It didn’t even taste great. Our server was really nice and helpful. Based on the food alone, we would probably not go back.
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DeniseC
Denver
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent restaurant, our favorite!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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DomonickI
Denver
19 reviews
vip
3.0
19 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience4
Happy Hour is no longer Happy. Prices on HH apps have gone up 50% and portions on others smaller since last week. Seems we will be looking for another place for Friday HH. Thanks for the memories.
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Parker
Denver
159 reviews
vip
5.0
159 reviews
Dined on October 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We enjoyed happy hour very much, especially the ribeye meatballs and the chicken satay. Server, Javier, was super!
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TedD
Denver
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 31, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
We had a very nice time at the Kona Grill. Our server, Heather, was great and even brought us a celebratory dessert because we were celebrating four good friends being together for the first time in a while.
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DawnW
Phoenix
3 reviews
vip
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall2food2service4ambience3
Prime rib and calamari were cold. It was mediocre at best. Hadn’t been in a few years, disappointed.
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LiamN
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 25, 2023
overall3food2service4ambience3
This was our second time. First time was bad as the server was new and messed up everything and took forever. The food wasn’t bad so we gave it another shot. This time the service was good but the food was not. The one dish wasn’t even edible.
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MicheleM
Denver
24 reviews
vip
4.0
24 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Once seated we waited about 15 minutes before anyone approached out table. The server said she had just walked in and saw us and immediately came over. She was fabulous, however, this has happened a couple of times when we have gone there. The food is still good but the prices have gone up considerably and the portion size has gone down.
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Sherman
Denver
18 reviews
3.0
18 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience4
I expected the food to be better for the price. Just mediocre.
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Shunda
Washington DC
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Tera, Thanks for the Aurora Hospitality!!! She knew what to recommend and also had an idea of what the food taste like. 😋
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sschur
Denver
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on October 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our waitress Ella was great even though they were understaffed. The food was excellent too. our group had tomato bisque soup, sea bass, and ribeye with sides of fried rice with pineapple that were all superb. Thank you to all the staff that contributed to a lovely evening.
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OpenTable Diner
Austin
19 reviews
vip
3.0
19 reviews
Dined on October 16, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience3
Wait person was very nice and attentive…food quality did not meet expectations
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JasonM
Denver
9 reviews
2.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 16, 2023
overall2food4service2ambience3
The food was good, but it took forever. Sad since it can be a great place.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Kona Grill - Denver using the Order Online button. Kona Grill - Denver also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (720) 974-1300.

Kona Grill - Denver is rated 3.9 stars by 1953 OpenTable diners.

Kona Grill - Denver does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 6, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 31 times today

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3000 E. First Avenue, Cherry Creek Mall, Denver, CO 80206

Additional information

Cross street
1st Ave & Fillmore St
Neighborhood
Cherry Creek
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 2:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 2:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 2:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 2:00 pm–6:00 pm Mon–Thu 9:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 9:30 pm–1:00 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Sushi
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.konagrill.com/
Phone number
(720) 974-1300
Catering
Catering available for delivery & pickup through EZ Cater at: https://www.ezcater.com/catering/kona-grill-3

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Kona Grill - Denver

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Gift card

Sushi & Salad

Ribeye Meatballs

Steak & Eggs

Beverages

Cocktails

Passion Fruit Casamigos Margarita$15.00

Summer Refresher$15.00

Beer

Sam Adams Seasonal$9.00

Sam Adams Just the Haze$7.00

Non-Alcoholic

Arnold Palmer$8.00

Hibiscus Lemonade$8.00

Red White & Blue Burgers

Red Sloppy Joe Burger$22.00

White Cheddar Cheeseburger$19.00

Blue Cheese Bacon Cheeseburger$23.00

From the Sea

Seafood Fettuccine Alfredo$31.00

Dessert

Apple Pie$14.00

Happy Hour Sliders

Broiled Shiitake Patty

Red Sloppy Joe$6.00

White Cheddar$6.00

Blue Cheese Bacon$6.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Cleaning & sanitizing

Screening

FAQs

Does Kona Grill - Denver offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Kona Grill - Denver restaurant rated?

Does Kona Grill - Denver offer gift cards?

Is Kona Grill - Denver currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Gift card