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Papa Kona Restaurant & Bar, Kailua Kona, HI

Papa Kona Restaurant & Bar

4.5
4.5
1987 Reviews
$30 and under
American
75-5770 Alii Dr, Kailua Kona, HI 96740

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2 people
19:00
Booked 31 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
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!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Gastro Pub, Breakfast
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Daily 07:00–15:00 Dinner Daily 15:00–21:00 Happy Hour Daily 15:00–17:00
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Joshua Ratigan
  • Area
    Kailua-Kona
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,987 people are saying

Papa Kona Restaurant & Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hawaii

    American

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Best Value

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Great for brunch

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Child-friendly

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Good for groups

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Great for scenic views

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Lively

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Papa Kona Restaurant & Bar is a must-visit for its "amazing views of the ocean," delicious food, and friendly service. Guests rave about the "fantastic service" and "great atmosphere." Highlights include fresh seafood dishes like the ahi eggs benedict and macadamia-crusted fish. Perfect for sunset dining with a "beautiful setting."
1,987 Reviews
  1. Douglas VIP

    San Diego11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, server really messed up the order. But they comped my meal as a result.

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  2. Floyd VIP

    Phoenix166 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Definitely a favorite go to in Kona, Papa Kona’s never disappoints! Had a wonderful sunset dinner with outstanding fresh caught fish while watching a cruise ship heading out to sea!

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  3. Carol

    Denver3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great, service prompt.. great staff and location!

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  4. Terry VIP

    Hawaii46 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for Easter Sunday brunch and has their delicious Gluten free seared ahi eggs Benedict over rice!

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  5. Valerie A VIP

    San Francisco13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Jackie was an excellent server! Our meal was the veggie scramble and we had the one pancake for the table which was all delicious.

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  6. Floyd VIP

    Phoenix166 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful Easter morning breakfast at Papa Kona’s, the ocean front view was beautiful, our food was delicious and their staff was extremely helpful and friendly!! We definitely will return!

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  7. Chandra

    Las Vegas2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was amazing. That’s all I can say. Best drink ever coconut frostbite with a rum float.

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  8. Laura VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a magical last night in Kona here at Papa Kona. The food was delicious, great drinks, amazing views and solid service! Don't think twice about booking dinner here for a great meal and even better atmosphere !!

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  9. Linda VIP

    San Francisco78 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 17 April 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We were told that Papa Kona offered 90 minutes free parking and parked in the underground parking; however, once seated I checked on the valadation and learned that they did NOT valadate. I immediately went back to garage and paid parking however, upon returning to my car I saw that I had received a $61.00 parking ticket within 10 minutes of arrival. I am disputing the ticket; but beware-parking in the Kona restaurant district is difficult, but many of the restaurants in the Coconut MarketPlace are offering 90 minutes free parking and I would suggest that Papa Kona consider it. Regarding the food and service, our server Kate was delightful and the food arrived quickly and was deliciouis - we split the kailua pork benedict. I ordered the Kona coffee and it was not as hot as I would have preferred. Also, lattes were not offered on the menu and I would suggest PK consider investing in and esspresso machine.

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  10. Terry VIP

    Hawaii46 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As an always enjoy the gluten free fish (marlin) and chips while my wife loves the ahi stack. Great music too

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FAQs

Papa Kona Restaurant & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (808) 300-0044 ext. 2.

Papa Kona Restaurant & Bar is rated 4.5 stars by 1987 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 31 times today
Google Map for Papa Kona Restaurant & Bar

75-5770 Alii Dr, Kailua Kona, HI 96740

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Kailua-Kona
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Daily 07:00–15:00 Dinner Daily 15:00–21:00 Happy Hour Daily 15:00–17:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Gastro Pub, Breakfast
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Joshua Ratigan
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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