Restaurants near Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kailua-Kona

33 restaurants available nearby

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1. Papa Kona Restaurant & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(1840)

Price: Moderate

• American • Kailua-Kona

Booked 29 times today

Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner on the water in beautiful downtown Kona! Join us for a gastro-pub style menu with an island twist.Come sit by the water at Papa Kona! We offer best eggs benedict in town, our fan-favorite avocado fries, and a craft cocktail list you won't find anywhere else.Reservations are limited to preserve space for walk-in guests. If you can't find a table online, we welcome you to walk-in!

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2. Island Lava Java Bistro

4.6

Exceptional(1852)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Kailua-Kona

Booked 40 times today

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)*

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3. Fish Hopper - Kailua-Kona

4.6

Exceptional(3501)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Kailua-Kona

Booked 41 times today

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.

4. The Spot Kona

4.0

Excellent(0)

Price: Moderate

• Hawaiian • Kailua-Kona

Get ready to dig into some island goodness! ‘The Spot Kona’ is now open in Kailua Kona. From local favorites to mouthwatering special pastries, we’re all about keeping it real and delicious. Can’t wait to share our passion for great food with you!

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5. Kona Inn Restaurant

4.1

Excellent(503)

Price: Moderate

• American • Kailua-Kona

Booked 6 times today

***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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6. Honu's on the Beach Restaurant

3.9

Excellent(516)

Price: Moderate

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Kailua-Kona

Booked 7 times today

Three hours of complimentary validated self-parking! For a premier dining experience in the seaside village of Kailua-Kona, visit Honu’s on the Beach. Honu's on the Beach offers a delicious Hawaiian-style daily buffet breakfast and Kona's famous (and only) Sunday brunch - offering all you can eat sweet snow crab, eggs benedict, etc. Don't miss the make-your-own bloody Mary bar or the bottomless mimosas! Enjoy dining on the spacious lanai with amazing views of historic village of Kailua-Kona. Choose from a tasty a la carte menu or indulge in the breakfast buffet, featuring made-to-order omelets, fresh fruit, pancakes, breakfast meats, and much more. Saturday night features the popular Prime Rib & Seafood Buffet including all you can eat snow crab, poke, seafood delicacies, and of course, gorgeous prime rib. The full bar offers craft cocktails using private label rum. Honu's also offers a private dining room for parties and celebrations for up to 80 of your friends and family.

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7. Jackie Rey's Kailua-Kona

new

4.7

Exceptional(9)

Price: Expensive

• American • Kailua-Kona

Booked 42 times today

Jackie Rey's Kailua-Kona is a celebration of delicious cuisine, refreshing drinks, delectable desserts, and the warm spirit of aloha. Indulge in a symphony of flavors from our menu featuring fresh seafood sourced locally, succulent prime steaks, and an array of gourmet entrees. Complement your meal with our specially crafted cocktails or explore our meticulously curated wine list featuring selections that perfectly pair with our dishes. Come as you are and enjoy our open-air Hawaiian restaurant.

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8. Huggo's on the Rocks

4.5

Awesome(0)

Price: Moderate

• American • Kailua-Kona

Serving lunch, sunset cocktails and pupus, and dinner daily, On the Rocks welcomes you day and night!The menus offers a vast array of refreshing tropical libations and innovative dishes all prepared with the freshest island ingredientsand made to perfection.Happy hour begins at 3PM, ending at 5PM daily, with a great selection of cocktails and pupus offered!Kau kau (eat), kick back and enjoy the toes-in-the sand ambiance at On the Rocks!

9. Chefs & Table

4.9

Exceptional(27)

Price: Very Expensive

• Pacific Rim • Kailua-Kona

Booked 2 times today

Are you looking for a unique dining experience? Look no further than Chefs and Table Kona's new pop-up space! Featuring a rotating lineup of local and visiting chefs, this space offers an exciting opportunity to try new cuisine and learn from top culinary experts. From multi-course dinners to seminars on cooking techniques and wine pairings. Join us for an unforgettable culinary journey, surrounded by like-minded food enthusiasts in a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.

10. Kenichi Pacific

4.3

Awesome(1498)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Kailua-Kona

Booked 14 times today

Kenichi Pacific: A Fresh Take on Sushi, Seafood & Japanese FusionWelcome to Kenichi Pacific, where your taste buds embark on an unforgettable journey! Located in the heart of Kailua Kona, HI, Big Island we pride ourselves on serving the freshest sushi and seafood, meticulously crafted from locally sourced ingredients.Our menu is a celebration of flavor, featuring daily sushi specials, that showcase the finest catch of the day, as well as unique Chef specials that highlight seasonal ingredients. Each dish is a masterpiece, designed to tantalize your palate and elevate your dining experience.At Kenichi Pacific, we believe that great food deserves a great atmosphere. Enjoy our inviting setting, where friendly service meets a vibrant ambiance, perfect for intimate dinners or lively gatherings with friends and family. Join us for a culinary adventure that promises not just a meal, but an amazing experience. Discover the essence of freshness at Kenichi Pacific—you won’t want to miss out!

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Debbie
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined today
The food was great, my husband had the rib eye steak that was cooked exceptionally well which doesn’t happen often. Loved the half rack of ribs too. Also recommend the Big Island Mai Tai!!
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Fish Hopper - Kailua-KonaPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Kailua-Kona
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Deborah
Anchorage / Alaska •7 reviews
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Nice place for a sunset dinner The view is awesome.
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Kona Inn RestaurantPrice: Moderate• American• Kailua-Kona
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Liz
Portland / Oregon •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Had the Ahi Benedict, it was amazing! I had the spicy Bloody Mary, my husband had the pepper and garlic Blood Mary - both were delicious! I think having the pepper/garlic spicy, would have been perfection
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Papa Kona Restaurant & BarPrice: Moderate• American• Kailua-Kona
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Angela
Hawaii •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Entrees were hot and service was amazing ! Tawny is so awesome I think I come back for her & Kim! The other hostess with the braids (new) So sweet and so personable! She shows Aloha like the rest of the team! Thank you !
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Island Lava Java BistroPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Kailua-Kona
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4.6

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1. Papa Kona Restaurant & Bar

2. Island Lava Java Bistro

3. Fish Hopper - Kailua-Kona

4. The Spot Kona

5. Kona Inn Restaurant

6. Honu's on the Beach Restaurant

7. Jackie Rey's Kailua-Kona

8. Huggo's on the Rocks

9. Chefs & Table

10. Kenichi Pacific

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