Kailua-Kona Restaurants
Make a free reservation
Book for dinner in Hawaii
OpenTable Icons
Book this year’s award-winners, hot newcomers, and hard-to-get tables.
Book this year’s award-winners, hot newcomers, and hard-to-get tables.
Find the right table in Kailua-Kona
Find the right table in Kailua-Kona
Let OpenTable find the best spots for you.
Powered by AI
New restaurants to OpenTable in Hawaii
Check out diners' favorite restaurants in Kailua-Kona
Updated on
Diners’ Choice Awards are based on where your fellow diners book, dine, and review. Only verified diners get to review restaurants on OpenTable, so our data doesn’t lie.
Beach Tree
$$$$•Italian•4.8(1,086)Enjoy oceanfront Italian dining at Beach Tree, a beachside restaurant, bar and lounge at Four Seasons Resort Hualalai. Handmade pastas, rustic yet vibrant dishes and locally sourced ingredients from Hawai'i Island farmers and fishermen take centre stage, paired with wines by the glass, locally brewed beer on tap and handcrafted cocktails. Open for lunch and dinner just steps from the ocean, the lively atmosphere is complemented by nightly live entertainment beneath the namesake beach tree. Whether settling in for a leisurely meal or gathering at the bar as the sun sets over the Kona coast, Beach Tree captures the spirit of island dining at its most relaxed and flavourful.Huggo's
$$$$•Seafood•4.7(1,991)Chart a course to Huggo’s for the finest in surfside dining.
Dine just inches above the waves on an open-air lanai. Experience tender beef or prime rib, or try our exquisite island-fresh seafood. And by the way, when we say fresh—we mean fresh! Ahi, mahi mahi, ono and other delectable Hawaiian fish are delivered directly to our back door by local fishermen who caught them just hours earlier.
Enjoy artfully prepared selections also influenced by Pacific Rim and Mediterranean styles.
Thanks to Huggo’s on-the-water location and its commitment to “aloha” service, diners at Huggo’s will savor influences from Japanese, Chinese, and Southeast Asian ports of call. This family-owned restaurant has become an island tradition since offering its first seafood platter 45 years ago.
We always keep space available for walk-ins, so even if reservations look full, please stop by!
Huggo’s on the Rocks, our next-door neighbor, is the perfect location for oceanside cocktails and light fare.
Magics Beach Grill
$$$$•Pacific Rim•4.6(2,272)Magics Beach Grill is a beautiful restaurant set on Magic Sands Beach. Come to watch the surfers, marine life, or a gorgeous sunset. Enjoy traditional island cocktails or traditional Pan-Asian American food inspired by local island ingredients. Come for the offerings, and stay for the amazing views!
Please visit our Website to make your reservations.
For a quick link to our online gift certificates click here!
https://www.toasttab.com/magics-beach-grill/giftcards
Hours of Operation:
Restaurant: Every Day 11:00a to 8:30p
Beach Shack: Every Day 8:00a to 4:00p
Please call the restaurant to confirm your reservation at 808-662-4427. Mahalo!Island Lava Java Bistro
$$$$•Contemporary American•4.5(2,035)Family-owned Oceanside Restaurant, specializing in fresh, local, organic and sustainable food with 100% Kona coffee, freshly squeezed juices, and our own bakery on site. Currently serving Everyday Brunch, Lunch & Dinner, plus Happy Hour. We are committed to using the highest quality locally produced ingredients. We invite you to relax and enjoy our scratch-made food and drinks in our island-style, open-air dining room, bar & lanai. Experience our inventive cuisine, attentive service, and a friendly atmosphere; come see what makes us one of the most popular restaurants, craft bar and coffee houses in town. We look forward to meeting you! E Komo Mai!
Craft Bar, Great Wine List, Open-Air Oceanside Dining. *Now offering "Touchless" QR Code Order & Pay (with a Smartphone)*
Fish Hopper - Kailua-Kona
$$$$•Seafood•4.6(3,947)Experience the beauty of the Pacific Ocean at The Fish Hopper Seafood and Steak, overlooking Kailua Bay on the Big Island Hawaii. Enjoy fresh seafood from Hawaii and fresh seafood flown in weekly from California, plus our signature Bucket of Fire and Volcano flaming drinks, all within walking distance to shops and historic sites.
A landmark (formerly the Ocean View Inn) and a local’s favorite Kona restaurant since 1934, the building housing The Fish Hopper has been beautifully restored to expand upon its spectacular ocean views. We proudly serve seafood from sustainable sources, harvested by methods that do not harm the environment.
We love to honor our Veterans & Military! Please let us know if you are one, upon arrival.Umekes Fishmarket Bar and Grill
$$$$•Hawaiian•4.5(10)Nestled in Kailua-Kona, Umekes offers a warm and inviting taste of authentic Hawaiian cuisine with a contemporary flair. This beloved establishment prides itself on a commitment to fresh, locally-sourced ingredients, drawing from the bounty of Hawaiian fishermen, farmers, and ranchers. Embracing the spirit of its name, which means 'bowl' in Hawaiian, many of Umekes' celebrated creations are thoughtfully presented in bowls, reflecting a deep connection to tradition. Guests can expect a lively, family-friendly atmosphere where the aloha spirit is served daily through innovative dishes and a dedication to quality.
Papa Kona Restaurant & Bar
$$$$•Hawaii Regional Cuisine•4.4(2,204)Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner on the water in beautiful downtown Kona! Join us for an American style menu with a Hawaiian twist.
Come sit by the water at Papa Kona! We offer our award-winning brunch 7 days a week, our fan-favorite avocado fries, and a craft cocktail list you won't find anywhere else.
We also offer discounted parking for our guests!
*Please note, while we do our best to honor seating requests, specific tables cannot always be guaranteed. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to hosting you.Kona Inn Restaurant
$$$$•American•4.2(658)A Kona landmark since the days of the original Kona Inn Hotel, this waterfront restaurant has long been a gathering place at the heart of historic Kailua-Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii. Built where inter-island steamers once delivered guests to one of Hawaii's first tourist hotels, Kona Inn Restaurant carries forward nearly a century of aloha on the same stretch of Ali'i Drive that made it famous.
The open-air dining room and lanai offer unobstructed panoramic views of Kailua Bay, with the sound of waves rolling in just steps from your table, the kind of setting that turns a simple dinner into a Hawaiian memory. The menu pays tribute to that history with classics done right: slow-roasted, hand-carved Prime Rib, the freshest catch brought in daily by local Kona fishermen, the world-famous Mai Tai, and the legendary Mud Pie. Join us for happy hour from 3-5 PM daily, then reserve your table and watch the sun drop into the Pacific. It's Kona Inn, the way it's always been.
Outdoor dining in Hawaii
See what locals rave about in Kailua-Kona
From verified diners like you
From verified diners like you
- OTOpenTable DinerIdaho •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoWe absolutely loved the atmosphere and the food. The beverages were amazing paired with the items we got. We were there for the live music and it was fantastic.More infoKona Brewing - Kailua Kona$$$$• American• Kailua-Kona•4.6
- VVeasnaChicago / Illinois •1 review5.0Dined 3 days agoExcellent service and food! Ambience was great as well!More infoHuggo's$$$$• Seafood• Kailua-Kona•4.7
- AAlidaSeattle / Eastern Washington •1 review4.0Dined 3 days agoUnpretentious, friendly and efficient service, very good food (we are pescetarians). This has become our go-to place for dinner the first night we arrive in Kona.More infoJackie Rey's Kailua-Kona$$$$• American• Kailua-Kona•4.6
- NNormSan Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoI love Stella. Professional, funny and cute. Ono was cooked and seasoned perfectly.More infoMagics Beach Grill$$$$• Pacific Rim• Kailua-Kona•4.6
- MMehanaGoldHawaii •4 reviews5.0Dined on Oct 19, 2026Always great! Oysters, kalbi and poke are our go to favoritesMore infoUmekes Fishmarket Bar and Grill$$$$• Hawaiian• Kailua-Kona•4.5
Private Dining
Find the perfect place for your next party or group dining event.
Explore private diningPrivate Dining
Find the perfect place for your next party or group dining event.
Get inspired by our collections of the top restaurants in Kailua-Kona
Discover Kailua-Kona
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.
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Kailua-Kona is Noio Omakase Counter (opens in a new tab)
The best vegan restaurants in Kailua-Kona are Huggo's (opens in a new tab), Magics Beach Grill (opens in a new tab) and Kai Eats and Drinks (opens in a new tab)
The best vegetarian restaurants in Kailua-Kona are Jackie Rey's Kailua-Kona (opens in a new tab), Huggo's (opens in a new tab) and Foster's Kitchen - Waikoloa (opens in a new tab)
The restaurants with the best service in Kailua-Kona are Chefs & Table (opens in a new tab), Noio Omakase Counter (opens in a new tab) and Walua Social (opens in a new tab)
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Kailua-Kona are Noio Omakase Counter (opens in a new tab), Beach Tree (opens in a new tab) and Chefs & Table (opens in a new tab)
Explore OpenTable
- Puu Waawaa State Wildlife Sanctuary
- Magic Sands
- Hillcrest Park
- Honokohau Harbor
- Akona Kai Shopping Mall Shopping Center
- Kailua Pier
- Kaloko Honokohau National Historical Park
- Big Island Country Club
- Hulihe E Palace
- Alii Breeze
- Mauka Meadows Coffee Farm
- Apartment at Royal Seaclliff Condo
- Castle Kona Bali Kai
- Pua'a-2 Agricultural Fields Archeological District
- Holualoa Inn
- Lymans Vacation Rental
- Pau Hana Massage
- Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel
- Honokohau Small Boat Harbor
- Wyndham Kona Hawaiian Resort