Kona Steak and Seafood

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   Danielle

   Hawaii

   2 reviews

   3.0

   2 reviews

   Dined today

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 1

   We came for our anniversary dinner and ordered some appetizers. We had the Ahi tuna, the poke wontons, and kalua pork fired rice. All of it was amazing. The atmosphere was very strange and it felt cluttered, especially in their “gift shop”. It looked like a toy store/thrift shop. The lighting was nice but too many mismatched fixtures and everything clashed. The service was sub par. Our waitress took 10 minutes before acknowledging us. She forgot to put our drink order in and other tables sat after us were receiving their full drink order before we got one drink. She came to check on us once in the full 1.5 hours we were there. They also charge $3.23 to use your credit card for the bill and the tip options are based off of total with tax & the cc fee, so you’re paying tip for more than your meal and crappy service. I still have her more of a tip than deserved. All we ask is that you come by and say I will be with you in a minute I’m a bit backed up. That’s it. Just acknowledge us.
   

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   Mia

   Sacramento

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Survive was super fast, food was good and staff was all very friendly :)
   

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   Patrick

   Sacramento

   4 reviews

   4.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   A bit pricey but food and service were good. Filet was delicious!
   

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   Kristin

   VIP

   Central Coast

   97 reviews

   5.0

   97 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Christina was our server. She did a great job! We had the Brussel sprouts appetizer - delicious. I had the Wedge Salad — best I have ever had! One of my friends had the sand dabs and she said they were delicious. My other friend had the Chinese Chicken Salad but it was not what she was expecting and did not care for it. She was not charged (that was nice of you).
   

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   Kamiah

   San Joaquin

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Had an amazing Vday dinner, came from Bakersfield so we've never been. Service was 10/10 and the food was absolutely delicious
   

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   Robert

   San Francisco

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   First time here, as we are newly moved to the area. This place was recommended by locals. The food and service were excellent, and a real local gem.
   

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   Rosalie

   VIP

   Central Coast

   32 reviews

   4.0

   32 reviews

   Dined on 8 February 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Kona owner Billy Quan has been a restaurant legend on the Monterey Peninsula for thirty plus years. We were seated in big full cushions in a booth, very comfortable. Martinis to start, very chilled and a good pour. The special was Beef Wellington, one of my favorites. It was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. Accompanied with potatoes au Gratin and Vegetables. Hubby had Sand Dabs with Jasmine rice and vegetables. Staff was very accommodating. Tried to post pictures but site was glitchy.
   

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   Ruby

   Central Coast

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on 6 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Absolutely loved this restaurant. Beautiful atmosphere. The food is wonderful and the staff was great. Thank you for another fine restaurant in the Monterey Bay Area!
   

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   Valerie

   Hawaii

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 2 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Love this place so much! It reminds us of Kula Ranch, the place where we got married in Marina, CA. We love seeing Bill & Teresa every time we come in, their love and attention to detail is felt the moment you walk through the door. We enjoyed another birthday celebration for my husband here, and it never disappoints! We had the best table in the house (the round booth near the bar). My husband and I, along with his parents enjoyed the food, service, drinks, and ambiance. It was another awesome dining experience, we will definitely be back again soon!!!
   

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    DeAnn

    Central Coast

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    The food was scrumptious…the service was awesome & atmosphere was great…5 Stars isn’t enough
    

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