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Walua Social

4.8
4.8
17 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 28 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for business meals
Experience new and vibrant flavors of Italy right here in Kona with the exciting new dining collaboration by Chef Chad Yamamoto and Chef Alessandro Taras. Their thoughtfully curated menu showcases the finest locally sourced ingredients, ensuring dishes that not only tantalize your taste buds but are also thoughtfully priced. Perfect for families and friends alike, each plate is crafted for sharing and creating memorable moments together around the table.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pacific Rim, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (808) 498-0777
  • Website
    http://www.waluasocial.com/
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

Menu

COTTO

  • White Bean Dip$14.00

    sun dried tomato | focaccia toast

    • Kanpachi Collar Fritto$16.00

      black garlic mayo

      • Sticky Black Pepper Ribs$21.00

        crispy garlic | chives

        • Chicken Wings$19.00

          Calabrian chili | green onions

          CRUDO

          • Kona Kanpachi$26.00

            lilikoi | perilla | jalapeño

            • Carne Cruda$26.00

              pickled carrots | herb emulsion | bottarga | ulu chips

              • Kusshi Oysters$20.00

                green apple gelee (4pc)

                INSALATA

                • Tomato salad$18.00

                  citrus | mozzarella | lemon verbena

                  • Mixed Greens$18.00

                    white balsamic vinegar | fresh local greens | extra virgin olive oil

                    • Roasted Heirloom carrot$22.00

                      smoked goat cheese | pepitas crunch | carrot top vinaigrette

                      PIZZETTA

                        PASTA

                        • Mushroom Risotto$29.00

                          parmigiano reggiano | mixed herbs

                          • Agnolotti$32.00

                            smoked pumpkin | garlic crisp | aged balsamic

                            • Rigatoni Bolognese$28.00

                              parmigiano reggiano

                              • Pappardelle$28.00

                                oxtail | mushroom | smoked pecorino

                                • Spaghetti$34.00

                                  ahi belly | tomato | garlic | chili | sea asparagus

                                  PIATTI GRANDE

                                  • Bavette$49.00

                                    salsa verde | spiced mustard greens | radicchio

                                    • Chicken Milanese$39.00

                                      tomato | caper | aioli

                                      • Pork Chop$48.00

                                        apple mustard | fennel conserva

                                        • Kona Kanpachi$39.00

                                          green garlic | scallions | charred tomato confit

                                          • New Caldonian Shrimps$46.00

                                            Sardinian "ramen" | red basil | sofrito

                                            KEIKI

                                            • Pasta$16.00

                                              Service charges

                                              A 20% gratuity is added to parties of 6 or more, a 3 % kitchen appreciation service fee is added to all checks.

                                                Last updated: January 4, 2025

                                                What 17 people are saying

                                                Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                4.8
                                                4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                • 4.8Food
                                                • 4.9Service
                                                • 4.4Ambience
                                                • 4.6Value

                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                Loved For

                                                • Hawaii

                                                  Best Overall

                                                • Hawaii

                                                  Best Food

                                                • Hawaii

                                                  Best Service

                                                • Hawaii

                                                  Best Value

                                                • Hawaii

                                                  Good for special occasions

                                                • Hawaii

                                                  Italian

                                                • Hawaii / Big Island

                                                  Best Overall

                                                • Hawaii / Big Island

                                                  Best Food

                                                • Hawaii / Big Island

                                                  Best Service

                                                • Hawaii / Big Island

                                                  Best Ambiance

                                                • Hawaii / Big Island

                                                  Best Value

                                                • Hawaii / Big Island

                                                  Good for groups

                                                • Hawaii / Big Island

                                                  Healthy

                                                • Hawaii / Big Island

                                                  Hot spot

                                                • Hawaii / Big Island

                                                  Neighborhood gem

                                                • Hawaii / Big Island

                                                  Good for special occasions

                                                17 Reviews

                                                1. Antonio

                                                  Central Coast

                                                  2 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  2 reviews

                                                  Dined today

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                  For Cotto we had the White Bean Dip and Sticky Black Pepper Ribs which were very tasty and not too filling. For pasta we had the Rigatoni Bolognese and Spaghetti w/ahi belly, garlic, chili and sea asparagus both wear excellent. For dessert we had malasada-like pastries (forgot the name) with lilikoi sauce, very yummy. Portions were just right and the price was in line with fine dining in the area. Had a great time getting to know the owners and wait staff, who were all very cordial, knowledgeable and professional. Will definitely recommend to our Kona friends.

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                                                2. Paul

                                                  San Francisco

                                                  2 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  2 reviews

                                                  Dined today

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  The best meal we have had in Hawaii period including all of the hotels and after 50 years we would know. Sticky ribs, Pork Chop are both out of this world good. The Chef's are spectacular and together create the perfect harmony of flavors.

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                                                3. Sophia

                                                  VIP

                                                  San Francisco

                                                  3 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  3 reviews

                                                  Dined 1 day ago

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Chef Chad and his team did a wonderful job and this is the best restaurant in Kona! Everything was delicious and service was fast and helpful.

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                                                4. Don

                                                  New Orleans

                                                  1 review

                                                  2.0

                                                  1 review

                                                  Dined 1 day ago

                                                  1. Overall 2
                                                  2. Food 3
                                                  3. Service 2
                                                  4. Ambience 2
                                                  TIny portions. Be prepared to go out to dinner somewhere else after having dinner at Walua Social. Paid premium prices for entrees too small to fill up the tiniest of humans.

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                                                5. NATALIA

                                                  Orlando

                                                  1 review

                                                  5.0

                                                  1 review

                                                  Dined 2 days ago

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 4
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  I recently visited the new Italian restaurant in Kona, and it was a fantastic experience! The food was exceptional, featuring a delightful mix of traditional and innovative dishes. Pasta was perfectly cooked, and the flavors were vibrant and fresh. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, making it a perfect spot for both casual dinners and special occasions. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable, enhancing our dining experience with great recommendations. If you're in Kona, don't miss this culinary treasure!

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                                                6. joann

                                                  Hawaii

                                                  6 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  6 reviews

                                                  Dined 2 days ago

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Wonderful dining experience Terrific ambience Love the owners and the staff Food was delicious with great presentation

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                                                7. Gunther

                                                  Denver

                                                  1 review

                                                  5.0

                                                  1 review

                                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Great food. Very attentive staff. The sticky ribs are great and the Bavette is excellent

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                                                8. Paul

                                                  Las Vegas

                                                  2 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  2 reviews

                                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Excellent service, amazing food. Highly recommended to experience an exceptional dining in Kona. A must try is the sticky black pepper ribs, risotto, and their tiramisu.

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                                                9. Tayvia

                                                  VIP

                                                  Hawaii

                                                  1 review

                                                  5.0

                                                  1 review

                                                  Dined on December 28, 2024

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 4
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Best dinner in Kona! Great service and delicious food!

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                                                10. Gabriele

                                                  Hawaii

                                                  3 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  3 reviews

                                                  Dined on December 28, 2024

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                  The service was excellent and the food was outstanding. Everything we had was delicious. The whole team, from the back to the front of the house, is fantastic. Hands down best restaurant in town at the moment.

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                                                Walua Social is rated 4.8 stars by 17 OpenTable diners.

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                                                2 people
                                                7:00 PM
                                                Booked 28 times today
                                                Google Map for Walua Social

                                                75-5864 Walua Rd, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740-1318

                                                Additional information

                                                • Cross street
                                                  Walua Road and Alii Drive<br />
                                                • Neighborhood
                                                  Kailua-Kona
                                                • Hours of operation
                                                  Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                                • Price
                                                  $31 to $50
                                                • Cuisines
                                                  Italian, Pacific Rim, Steak
                                                • Dining style
                                                  Casual Dining
                                                • Dress code
                                                  Casual Dress
                                                • Parking details
                                                  Private Lot
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