Kona Inn Restaurant
Where Kona's Best
Mai Tais Meet
Fresh-Caught Seafood
Enjoy fresh seafood, breathtaking ocean views, and a sunset you'll never forget right on Aliʻi Drive.
Reserve a table
Book your spot at Kona Inn, and we'll make sure you have the best seat to enjoy the best meals with the best view.
Walk-ins are always welcome. For sunset seating or larger parties, call (808) 329-4455.
Bringing Kona Together
Since 1928
For nearly 100 years, Kona Inn has welcomed guests for honeymoons, life's major milestones, and even the simple Sunday family night dinner that always turns into lifetime memories.
Sip on Kona's
Famous Mai Tai
Ask around for the best Mai Tai in Kona and you will keep hearing our name. Poured at a horseshoe all-Koa-wood bar right on the water, it is cold, colorful, and best enjoyed with an ocean view.
The Freshest
Catch on
Ali'i Drive
From our famous Prime Rib to Coconut Crusted Mahi-Mahi, every plate is built around what's fresh, local, and in season.
Happy Hour
3-5 PM
Some afternoons just need good food, a cold drink, and the sound of the ocean. That's what we're here for, daily from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
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"Great food such as the prime rib, calamari, bread and pesto sauce along with great drinks and wine selection. Also, the service was top level. Can't wait to eat at this restaurant again!"
"I came to the Kona Inn Restaurant twice while visiting Kona, and both experiences were absolutely spectacular. On top of the great food and service, this is hands-down one of the best places in Kona to watch the sunset."
"Came here about 14 years ago as a kid and it's just as I remembered in the best way possible. Beautiful atmosphere, incredible food, and not to mention the best service."
Frequently asked questions
Kona Inn Restaurant is located at 75-5744 Alii Drive in Kailua-Kona, right on the waterfront in the heart of historic Kona town.
Open in Google MapsKona Inn Restaurant specializes in fresh local seafood and premium steaks, with dishes like Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi-Mahi, Baked Monchong, and Prime Rib. Local fishermen bring in the catch daily, making Kona Inn one of the best seafood restaurants in Kailua-Kona on the Big Island.
Open in Google MapsKona Inn Restaurant is home to one of the most well-known Mai Tais on the Big Island, served from a horseshoe-shaped all-Koa-wood bar right on the water.
Open in Google MapsYes. Kona Inn Restaurant is a true oceanfront restaurant, built right on the water on Aliʻi Drive in Kailua-Kona. Every seat is open-air with an unobstructed view of Kailua Bay, which is why it is one of the most popular Kona restaurants on the water for sunset.
Open in Google MapsAbsolutely! For nearly 100 years, guests have celebrated honeymoons, anniversaries, birthdays, and family milestones at the Kona Inn. The oceanfront setting makes any occasion feel special.
Open in Google MapsYes! Every seat at Kona Inn is open-air, right on the waterfront in Kailua-Kona. You'll hear the waves, feel the ocean breeze, and watch the sun set over Kona Bay.
Open in Google MapsYes, Kona Inn Restaurant offers one of the best happy hours in Kailua-Kona, running daily from 3–5pm. Food starts at $7 and drinks at $6, all enjoyed with an unobstructed ocean view on Ali'i Drive.
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