Best Fun Restaurants in Keauhou

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1. Kenichi Pacific

4.2

Awesome(1553)

££££Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Kailua-Kona

Booked 13 times today

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, steak, seafood, meticulously crafted cocktails from locally sourced ingredients. Our menu is a celebration of flavor, featuring daily sushi & fish 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 from Chef Massella and team!

2. Piko

4.1

Excellent(915)

££££Price: Expensive

• American • Keauhou

Booked 4 times today

Enjoy Hawaiian cuisine and American eats at PIKO at the OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa. Inspired by the stunning Kona coast and nearby Keauhou Bay, our casual restaurant offers a menu of pupus, salads, mains, and desserts made from the freshest local produce, seafood, and ingredients of the Big Island. Enjoy hand crafted cocktails and tailored wines alongside our exciting menu. Our dining room features live entertainment every night.Please note that we are located inside the OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa on the lower level across from the adult swimming pool. Paid self and valet parking are available.

3. CanoeHouse

4.7

Exceptional(3380)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Creative Japanese • Kamuela

Booked 44 times today

Long regarded as the premier dining destination among the Hawaiian islands, this beloved institution is a gathering place for generations of friends, families and neighbors. Helmed by Executive Chef Rhoda Magbitang, CanoeHouse features thoughtful, seasonal dishes that celebrate Hawaii’s landscape through Japanese-Paniolo inspired cuisine, accompanied by craft-cocktails and diverse wine selections.Please kindly note that CanoeHouse accepts reservations 60 days in advance for outside guests of Mauna Lani.

A photo of Fish Hopper - Kailua-Kona restaurant

4. Fish Hopper - Kailua-Kona

4.5

Awesome(3628)

££££Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Kailua-Kona

Booked 24 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.

A photo of Jackie Rey's Kailua-Kona restaurant

5. Jackie Rey's Kailua-Kona

4.6

Exceptional(128)

££££Price: Expensive

• American • Kailua-Kona

Booked 43 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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6. Papa Kona Restaurant & Bar

4.5

Awesome(1945)

££££Price: Moderate

• American • Kailua-Kona

Booked 31 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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7. Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea

4.7

Exceptional(10649)

££££Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Wailea

Booked 186 times today

Aloha, we are open daily from 11:00am to 10:00pm, with our last seating available at 9:45pm. We accept reservations & reserve a large amount of space for walk-ins. If your desired reservation is not available, please join our waitlist in person daily. Happy Hour is available daily from 3:30pm-5:00pm (excluding select holidays). Our chef driven concept is led by the classically trained, award winning chef, Peter Merriman. Peter is a culinary pioneer and one of the founders of Hawaii Regional Cuisine. He has always been inspired by the people and products around him and this spirit has lead the movement to look at food in Hawaii in a new light. Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman embraces this passion! Each item on the menu demonstrates our commitment to craft and showcases high quality, socially conscious ingredients, creative preparations, and perfect execution.

8. Merriman's - Maui

4.8

Exceptional(4967)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Kapalua

Booked 137 times today

Dine at the most breathtaking oceanfront setting in Kapalua Resort. Peter Merriman Chef/Restauranteur has brought his unique style of Hawaii Regional Cuisine to Maui. A pioneer in the “Farm to Table” concept, Peter serves only the freshest products, at least 90% of which are locally grown or caught, using only sustainable methods.Reservations are released 60 days prior at 6am HST. This includes all holidays. Although we cannot accommodate parties larger than 8 people or split reservations in our main dining room, we do have other options available. Please email reservations@merrimanshawaii.com for groups larger than 8 people.For a more casual dining experience, join us at The Point, our oceanside dining location offering a casual menu. The Point opens daily at 4pm, weather depending. Reservations are not needed or accepted for The Point. Happy Hour is from 4pm to 530pm at the Point and Bar.

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9. Island Lava Java Bistro

4.5

Awesome(1916)

££££Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Kailua-Kona

Booked 28 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)*

10. Walua Social

4.6

Exceptional(69)

££££Price: Expensive

• Italian • Kailua-Kona

Booked 19 times today

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.

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KristiVIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Food and service were excellent! They also accommodated a special request for a picky youngster.
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Jackie Rey's Kailua-KonaPrice: Expensive• American• Kailua-Kona
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4.6
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Patrick
Phoenix / Arizona •8 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Parking a little rough, only a dozen spots behind the place. Had to luckily run into a free paid lot about a block away behind the establishment after dropping off the party - on the next street. Asked for a booth on OpenTable but when arrived, got placed in a back area booth. Two booths then opened up right after seating, and I politely asked, but refused to move us. Food was pretty good.
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Fish Hopper - Kailua-KonaPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Kailua-Kona
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4.5
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Laura
San Francisco Bay Area •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The service was amazing and the food was delicious, so many flavors.
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CanoeHousePrice: Very Expensive• Creative Japanese• Kamuela
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4.7
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Al
Hawaii •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We had a lovely time. Everything including entertainment was wonderful. We will be back. Thank you.
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PikoPrice: Expensive• American• Keauhou
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4.1
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Steve
Hawaii •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 Mar 2025
Our meal was Sensational for our date night!! Only one minor problem, our dessert had bananas in it and they were as hard as brick bats. When I told our waiter the kitchen denied it and that was a big laugh to the staff. Please make sure the chef is using ripe bananas… these desserts are not cheep.
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Kenichi PacificPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Kailua-Kona
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4.2

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