Kona Brewing Hawaii Kai

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Kona Brewing Hawaii Kai

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7192 Kalanianaʻole Hwy Bldg I, Honolulu, HI 96825

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Brewpub serving microbrews, burgers, pizza & pupu with marina views  

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7192 Kalanianaʻole Hwy Bldg I, Honolulu, HI 96825 Get directions

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7192 Kalanianaʻole Hwy Bldg I, Honolulu, HI 96825 Get directions

+1 808 396 5662
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Melissa Previte

Google
Fantastic location, right on the water! It allows a nice breeze and beautiful views while you crush a refreshing, well crafted local beer. 🍺 The sangria is made fresh, and the food menu has so much to choose from. It seems to get very busy on the weekends, so there was a slight wait on a Sunday when we went, but plenty of bar seating. Great place to grab an early dinner after a day of snorkeling at Hanauma Bay!

Pedro Loran

Google
Connor Brewing Company was a fantastic stop! The meal was absolutely delicious, starting with some great appetizers that really set the tone. The drinks were solid—crafted well and paired perfectly with the food. But what truly set the experience apart was the stunning sunset view by the water. The scenery created the perfect backdrop to unwind and enjoy the evening. Definitely a spot worth visiting if you’re looking for good food, good vibes, and an even better view.

workingfamily travels

Google
Great location at Koko marina with nice views. Though had to wait 45 minutes for a table of 7 on a Sunday afternoon. Service was slow, but fish tacos with a side of mac salad was tasty. Their beer and drinks are good, especially the Koko Brown. They need to sell Koko Brown in cans to go!

Nina V

Google
From arrival to departure the service is warm, kind, friendly and attentive. The service crew work well together and seem really happy. We came here on a Saturday for lunch and although it was crowded it was peaceful sitting at a high-top table with a view of the lagoon. We ordered the sliders and shared a pizza, which echoed Hawaiian style with the taro sweet roll buns and Mac nuts and Portuguese sausage on the pizza. This is not your NY brick oven pizza crust — pillowy chewy crust. I came here over 7 years ago and it still is good.

Darrell Marcum

Google
Great food and cold, delicious beer. A beer lover's must experience. We shared the pepperoni rolls, the Kona Burger, and the fish tacos. Everything was on point...no food complaints. My only critique is the staff is so busy, getting prompt service is a challenge.

Cymatic Audio

Google
Kona Brewing Co. Review Had a great time at Kona Brewing Co.—the view of the harbor was beautiful and the cool breeze made it all the more relaxing. I started off with a Faux-jito, which was a little too fresh at first, but after asking them to sweeten it up, it really hit the spot. Perfect refresher. Next up was the Hawai‘i Kai Mai Tai—super strong and super good, just how I like it. I also ordered the pub nachos with steak, and they did not disappoint—loaded and delicious. For the table we also got some sliders and this was real good. For dinner, I went with the Santa Maria Tri Tip Steak cooked medium rare, and it came out just right. The garlic mashed potatoes on the side were a solid choice too—creamy, flavorful, and paired perfectly with the steak. All in all, great drinks, tasty food, and an even better vibe.

Mark Ford

Google
This is one of our Go To places after hiking in this area. Great food. Good Happy Hour specials if you can catch them. Food is always good and we never have to wait during the daytime. Love the Pizza Rolls and Beet Salad. Parking is easy.

Robert Cardoni

Google
Service - awesome. Oh took a star off for being told they weren’t seating anyone due to a shift change ? We sat at the bar and it was fine. Pizza was unassuming delicious. Beer was great. Vibe was awesome - open air on the water

Robert E.

Yelp
Great atmosphere and outdoor seating, good food, and fantastic beers!! We will most definitely visit again on our next trip to the Big Island. Cheers
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Elyssa T.

Yelp
Honestly the best place to end an all day hiking adventure! Last time we had Kona Brewing Company was in Kailua-Kona. Little did we know, there was a location on the east side of Oahu. We're rarely on this side of the island so of course we had to check them out. We had the fish tacos and Paniolo burger both with a side of chips. Service was fast and a bit busy since it was 4th of July. Price and quality of the food was on point. Fish tacos 5/5 Paniolo Burger 4/5
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Jasmine G.

Yelp
I enjoyed my outdoor dining experience here with my best friend and my partner. I kept it simple with a spicy margarita, and what really drew me in were the Yelp photos of the pizza rolls! It was a light meal in a nice outdoor space, and I also liked browsing the cute merch they had available for purchase. Unfortunately, the nachos my partner ordered were a bit stale, but we didn't complain, we just wanted a relaxed dinner to end another night of exploring Hawai'i like we usually do. One opportunity for improvement would be the outdoor seating. The plastic chairs weren't the most comfortable and felt a bit constricting, especially if you're on the heavier side. Thankfully, the server was super kind and accommodating, and helped move me to a more open and stable seat inside the dining room, which I really appreciated. Aside from that, I really enjoyed the overall ambiance. The restaurant is right by the water, and at night, it's especially pretty with the glow of outdoor lights. And of course, the perfect Hawai'i weather made the whole experience even better.
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Danielle G.

Yelp
Nachos not great.. I remember great Nachos at Ryans.. Compadres.. Etc REAL chedder cheese melted .. sour cream avocado olives and tomatoes!! NOT THESE.. fake white liquid cheese drizzled.. tomatoes and jalapenos... not great!! Margarita tasted WEIRD! Not like one other restaurants make.. that tastes like a REAL MARGARITA! Cant even explain how weird it was!! Not impressed and not kaking me want to go back! MAYBE best to just drink BEER!
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Damian W.

Yelp
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Drizza N.

Yelp
Love the calming view. Service is friendly and efficient! Love the shrimp tacos!! Last time we had sliders that were tasty. So was the market fish of the day.
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Emily L.

Yelp
Went on a Tuesday at around 6:30 pm. It was somewhat busy still since there was trivia, and we had about a 10-15 minute wait which wasn't bad. Was sat down and was able to see the view of the water which was nice. I decided to get the fish tacos. Food came out super fast, probably within 5 minutes it came to our table. Although this was amazing, I felt like it was weird it was ordered and to us so quickly. It makes me speculate things are frozen and easily heated up? I got my fish tacos, which came with a side of mac salad. Although it was plated fine, the taste was just not good... at all. It was completely lacking flavor and seasoning. The fish tasted like literally nothing. I was highly dissatisfied especially since it was pretty pricy. The Mac salad was average but also lacking flavor and needed salt. I had high hopes because I heard decent things about this place. But after trying their food, and other people at the table feeling the same way about their food, I don't think I'd be back.
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Elmer G.

Yelp
This is a pretty awesome brewing with marina front views in Honolulu. Great please to chill with friends. They have the full side diner which you will need reservations if you are visiting, and also the bar side where you can chill, sip and chill some more :) The service was great, the food was pretty good. Regular bar/pub bites but well made well. Good flavor, perfect seasoning and the drinks made it all better.
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Jayson D.

Yelp
Here's what you do: Order a Captain pizza. Add sides of their ranch AND house made barbecue sauce (made with KBC's own Black Sand Porter beer). You're gonna dip your crusts in these. Wash it all down with a pint of Black Sand Porter (so you can taste the beer when it's not part of barbecue sauce). And if you're lucky you do it all while sitting at one of their outdoor tables overlooking Koko Marina. Taste the aloha. Ahhhhhh.
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Jacky C.

Yelp
One of my friends loved this brewing company, so I figure I had to stop by while in Hawaii. I also wanted to simply drown in beer as I just hiked Koko Head Trail (IYKYK). Their flight option is $15 where you can pick 4 different beers, which they give you in 5 ounce glasses each. Instead of serving it to you on a paddle, they have this placemat of all the beers that they brew with descriptions of each underneath. They place the glass on top of the respective beers that you order, which I found unique and cool. They had one porter, which they were sold out of, bummer. So I got their Gold Cliff IPA (hint of pineapple), Hanalei Island IPA (passionfruit, mango, and guava), Koko Brown (toasted coconut), and Kua Bay IPA. Koko Brown was my favorite of the four. We also got an order of the Uncle's Ahi Poke ($24) with rice (+$2), which is one of their best sellers, to snack on. Pretty refreshing and did it's job to fill us up a bit, but not ruin our appetite. Service is pretty good. They have a nice marina view right on the water, which we were not expecting, so make sure to request a seat there if you're into that stuff. Pigeon do invite themselves inside and scavenge. There's a souvenir shop, but overpriced.
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Katy A.

Yelp
Happy Hour from 3 to 6 pm, Monday through Friday. Check out the website for offerings. Also special discounts per weekday. New menu. Some may be disappointed about losing some of the old menu but I think there's a good mix of new and old. We tried the new nachos - vegetarian version - and our old standby: Pepperoni rolls. View of the marina is remarkable and the day was awesome. Love the high top tables in the bar.
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Maxine P.

Yelp
After another amazing hike on this beautiful island we stopped by for a late lunch. We were still slightly muddy, so we may have received a few stares. It was after two at the place, medium busy but no wait to be seated. At first we were going to sit outside however it was windy and a little on cool side. So we Requested to move inside. Not sure which pizza friend order, it was ono delish, very spicey sauce with small chucks of chicken, black bean, cheese, corn , like a Southwest pizza. We also all ordered black coffee, which included refills. It was pretty decent for a brewery. The the harbor view is pleasant and the restaurants windows are set up to allow dinners to enjoy it. Our server was very efficient taking order, refilling drinks, etc. but on the serious side. We left satisfied and ready for the drive home on the traffic jam called the H1.
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Dawn Y.

Yelp
We loke to go here for the fresh air dining and selection of beers. Their food is also always good. Their tacos, hamburger, the pizza rolls, etc. The staff always pleasant and courteous. It must be nice to be a regular there if you live out in Hawaii Kai, for us it is a treat to drive out there on a stop holoholo around the island, or after a hiking golfing or sailing day. Hawaii Kai can be WIndy so we don't mind facing the marina instead of makai. It's in the shade another plus for out there.
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Akemi O.

Yelp
Been years since I went there...and was with friends from out of town. Not sure who selected this time for a bday dinner, but a welcome change since it is nice little spot. Open air, so was pretty windy...sometimes not but it is what it is. Workers were awesome...super helpful...super nice but not in an icky way. It was semi-busy...maybe halfsies full. We had a party of 13 + baby. They said oven slow, so pizzas/wings would take a while...so hubs ordered his pizza when we sat and I got a quesadilla and fruit keiki meal for baby. Kohala Pizza - actually came out pretty fast but wasn't cooked all the way. Portuguese sausage is like out of the casing and ground up. Hubs was less thank thrilled about that. I prefer it that way, but didn't taste like portuguese sausage...maybe cuz so little could hardly tell. I haaaate when there is 2 inches of crust around the pizza if crust isn't anything special. This one was not special plus still doughy...little more toppings would be nice. Baby ate her fruits first...not very much of it. 2 orange wedges, pineapple wedge and about 4 grapes. She ripped apart the quesadilla but otherwise was not a huge fan...so she ate from my salad and the pizza. Cobb Salad - Wow, choke stuff. This was pretty good and makes you forget it was a salad. Hubs had some, baby had tomatoes, egg, avo, chicken...I ate some, and took the rest home for next day lunch. Impressive, but it is $20. Nephew had the tri-tip. He pounded the whole thing, except for some mashed that he shared with baby...she loooooved it. Niece pounded her fresh catch. Nice slab of don't know what. One couple shared the Captain...this looked like there was more toppings and less visible crust. Saw some burgers on the other end of the table, but otherwise not sure what was going on. Beer is always good. Food could use some improvement, but otherwise it's a nice place.
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Chris B.

Yelp
Kona's is one of the spots I visit often and have for years. I went last night and they have completely changed up their pizzas. They used to have the jalapeño popper pizza which I would consider one of the top of all time. They took it off the menu for who knows what reason. And apparently they changed the crust which now resembles a Totinos pizza, gross. I normally would take the rest home and eat it later, but decided to just leave it. They are also always out of beer. How is it possible that a place associated with a brewery is always out?! The only reason I'm not giving it one star is because I love the serving staff. Kane, Koa, and Kenna have always been the best!
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Dawn J.

Yelp
Beautiful patio right next to the water, can't beat the views!! Large indoor seating as well. Our server was friendly, food was great and the beer was decent. Overall really good experience. They have souvenirs as well, but pricey even for Hawaii.
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Mark N.

Yelp
An island favorite, it's been a while I visited the restaurant in Hawaii Kai as the beer is found everywhere (on the mainland). We were in the area during lunch time and it was a great opportunity to visit. It's a restaurant with beer as opposed to a brewery with food - the variety and selection of food is awesome, highlighting and taking advantage of the island's fusion of cultures. To pair the food appropriately, a beer recommendation is made (similar to those restaurants making wine selections). Plus: * Great selection of food + and of course, beer * SWAG - a great selection of Kona Brewing t-shirts are available Minus: * Parking can get a bit challenging at times as it is located in a busy shopping mall * Wind/cold - seating by the water has its disadvantages at times as it could be a bit windy and cold; dress appropriately and you will be fine Located in Koko Marina Center (Shopping Center), Kona Brewing Company's signature restaurant/brewery is a great place to relax, dine, and imbibe on the eastern part of the island. Check it out - a great stop coming back from visiting Hanauma Bay, Sea Life Park, or just driving around the island.
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Laurie Y.

Yelp
There were 7 of us celebrating 3 of our friend's birthdays! The view of the marina is so refreshing as our table was facing it! This is my second time here and I don't know why I don't come more often! I ordered the Ono Kind Burger with kettle fries, pickle and aoli sauce on the side in case it was too spicy. I ordered it medium rare and it was cooked perfectly! I ate the whole thing and was satisfied all afternoon! I was even stuffed during dinner! Another ordered the Teriyaki burger and Bacon Bleu burger which they loved! Someone had the huge Cobb Salad loaded with chicken, bacon, egg, tomato, avocado on top of romaine lettuce! One friend had the Seafood Pasta Arrabbiata: shrimp, whitefish, blue mussels with a spicy sauce on linguine. Delicious! Another had the big Carne Asada Burrito: marinated steak, guacamole, Pico de Gallo and Mexican rice with tortilla chips and salsa! It was such a nice birthday lunch with great food, nice view and terrific service! Kimberly was so gracious and patient in letting us do separate checks! Thanks Kimberly!
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Liz B.

Yelp
My friend and I came here for trivia night and had a lot of fun! Their happy hour had some good deals and the hummus appetizer came with some warm seasoned pita and veggies! I ordered the ahi salad (large and delicious) and she ordered the macadamia nut fresh catch which didn't seem like it was worth the price. Overall a fun experience and a good stop!
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Divya R.

Yelp
Great place to take a break and enjoy the drinks and good food sitting on a deck. Food was pretty good .. the leftover pizzas didn't tasted good the next day but overall decent place to relax and enjoy.

V K.

Yelp
It's not just a drive it's a ritual. We cruise from Waikiki to Hawaiʻi Kai like it's tradition, and each visit hits the nostalgia jackpot. That lava flow? Basically a dessert in a cup. The beer menu? Deep enough to get lost in (no lifeguard needed). And the staff? They're like walking sunshine with a side of pepperoni rolls especially during happy hour. Honestly, we don't know if we're loyal to the brews or the vibes.
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Jeanette E.

Yelp
Got there at opening at 11:00am on a Saturday. The restaurant quickly started to fill up. As most places, they also seem to be understaffed. Hard to find help these days! Our server was very attentive. The views of the boats harbor or marina were amazing! Such a great place to have a lunch. I ordered the cobb salad with dressing on the side. The salad was so flavorful that I never even touched the dressing. I would definitely order this again! Another thing..... we had a large group and the server offered to split our tabs. Most places these days are either unwilling to split tabs or they say they aren't able to.....
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Janey T.

Yelp
This restaurant is very special to my boyfriend and I because we came here on our 2nd date. We love to come back and enjoy our meal while feeling the cool ocean air breeze. We decided to have dinner here on a Saturday night. If you don't want to wait about 20-25 minutes for a table, I highly recommend making reservations. We were seated near the boats and quickly ordered our food. My boyfriend got the Hanalei IPA which he loved! He said he'd definitely order it next time. We shared the Pahoehoe pizza which is one of our favorite pizzas ever! It has a slight kick from the buffalo sauce but there's a creaminess from the ranch. It also makes perfect leftovers for the next day! The staff is always friendly and kind. The atmosphere is so peaceful and laid back. Sharing a meal with your loved one while enjoying the breeze is truly paradise!
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AJ U.

Yelp
Bar seating is lively with the sports crowd, but the outdoor seating has beautiful views of the marina. The steak was tender and the garlic mashed potatoes and green beans were tasty. Service was quick and professional. It can get a little loud, but I like the vibe of this place.
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Cindy W.

Yelp
$20 burger and beer on Mondays! Such a steal! The burger was delicious although slightly overcooked. I loved the bok choy side -- only in Hawaii am I right? I enjoyed the views and watching sunset in the Harbor. Beer was also good but I'm not a big beer person so can't comment too much on that. It feels like a busy place so service is a little more impersonal but still decent.
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Alexandra R.

Yelp
We came by Kona Brewing to kill time between a sightseeing day around the coast of Hawaii Kai and meeting a friend downtown for dinner. The views are beautiful, and there is plenty of open air seating with views out over the inlet. Service was really wonderful, and the beer we tried was delicious! We ordered pepperoni rolls to snack on, and I'm assuming this must be one of the menu favorites because it seemed like almost every table had an order. They were much bigger than expected and stuffed with gooey cheese and zesty pepperoni. Highly recommend! We look forward to returning to check out the rest of the menu. The only downside is that the parking lot is very congested and spots are SMALL. I'm told this is something you can expect on the island, but this was our first experience with this small of a spot since moving here. It's doable, but just be mentally prepared and maybe don't bring a large vehicle.
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mark b.

Yelp
A lovely happy hour at this Kona Brewery, although they get most of their beer stock from the big island. The happy hour pork taco was sublime at $4.25. Highly recommended! The HH house wines could have been better selected, these were California but lame. I switched to a Duke's Golden Ale that reminded me to always choose beer at a brewery, not Wine! The skinny two tops on the outside of the bar present a splendid view of a lovely marina and hillside dwellings of Hawaii Kai. The wait service is good and I'd say this is definitely worth the stop between 3 PM and 6 PM..for beer fans. ($7 pints during HH) also, on Monday, they have burger, a beer and a side for $20. That's a pretty fair price for Shangri-La.!
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Jasmine F.

Yelp
We sat at the bar since it was busy and the service was great! Beer was good with a great selection. We loved the pizza - got the special of the day which had chicken, chipotle, and a hot honey drizzle finish. So tasty! The 10inch was good for two people since there are 6 slices total and they are generous with the toppings. We also ordered the poke nachos which were delicious too! Can't wait to come back to this waterfront spot. Such a fun vibe. They also sell merch which was super cool - shirts, hats, stickers, mugs, etc! We got two shirts and happy to have memories from a unique to Hawaii brewery.
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Tessa R.

Yelp
Great local spot if you come when the wait isn't over an hour. Lucky for us we were able to seated right away and even came on kamaaina discount day of 15% off! Great for families and lots of open air seating with a great ocean and Mountain View. Ordered the chicken Cesar salad and it was delicious! Good portion size too. Chicken was cooked perfect and the dressing was tasty. Loved that the croutons were not rock hard! We also got Kalua pork tacos. They were soooo good! The amount of meat in those things were very generous. My husband and I split it, he got 2 tacos and I got 1. I did eat more of the salad though. For the kids we got cheese pizza. The use an array of herbs so if your kids like things plain make sure to tell them that. I brought my own tumbler and of 32oz of hula Hefeweizen. It is my absolute favorite and they never bottle it. So sad. Always a reliable and consistent meal!
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Tim C.

Yelp
Kona Brew is pleasingly consistent in quality and value. Some servers are happier and more friendly than others, but the worst you get is quiet professionalism. STRONG recommendation, whether in Hawaii Kai or Kona. PS - GREAT BEER, especially the Hanalei IPA
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Quito O.

Yelp
Wow, did this place go downhill. It had been roughly 8 or so years since I last stepped foot inside Kona Brewery, and while the restaurant itself hasn't physically changed, the menu and the service have tanked. Started out putting our names in as we didn't bother making reservations. The host told us it would be a 20-25 minute wait, which is fine. I texted the rest of our party and told them no need to rush as the wait time was nearly half an hour. Lo and behold, literally seconds after sending the text, I get a text from the host stand saying our table is ready. Umm...ok. We get seated near the back (the views of the marina are still great) but the restaurant itself seemed dimmer than I remembered it being, and I remembered it being pretty darn dim. Sat down and immediately noticed that all the wooden surfaces (benches, tables, highchairs) were all very sticky and just nasty. Menu has changed A LOT. Gone is the pepperoni alii'i pizza (literally the only pizza I ever ordered from here) as well as the roasted garlic app and some other key menu items I remembered enjoying before. Ended up getting a paniolo burger (BBQ sauce, onion rings, bacon, cheese), my wife got a bacon blue burger but subbed the bacon for mushrooms. Our sides options were pretty sad as well as they only had chips, rice, Mac salad or "seasonal veggies". When asked what the season veggies were, our waitress simply responded "green beans". The kids menu was even sadder as it was limited to chicken tenders, pepperoni rolls, pasta, or a slice of pizza....same sides. No drink. My kids both opted for a slice of pepperoni pizza. The food was....meh. Nothing great, but also not terrible. Service could have been better as our waitress only checked on us every 20 minutes or so, which was kind of ok because we were meeting up with a friend who had moved away years ago so we go a lot of time to catch up. I didn't bother taking any pictures of the food because, honestly, the presentation was pretty pathetic. My burger was falling over despite being skewered with a wooden dowel to hold it up (it was seemingly stabbed in as the burger was falling over) and the handful of chips was just thrown on the plate. The beer is still cold and fresh and honestly the best part of the experience. Everything else is pretty sub par. Probably wont be back. Definitely don't go if there's no breeze. The ceiling fans in there do nothing to move the air around and it was disgustingly hot and uncomfortable by the end of our visit.

Nic M.

Yelp
Kona Brewing in Hawaii Kai definitely wins points for the location--beautiful waterfront views and a chill vibe that makes you want to stay a while. We were seated promptly and greeted by our server not long after, which started things off on the right foot. Drinks came out quickly, but unfortunately, the rest of the experience went downhill from there. Despite it being a Friday afternoon with no major crowd, the food took an unusually long time to arrive. When it finally did, the fish tacos were a major letdown--dry grilled fish paired with corn and black beans made for an odd and unappealing combo. And "The Captain," which the menu hyped as a pub favorite, turned out to be a sad, frozen-pizza-level dish that tasted just as generic as it looked. Even their merch game missed the mark. We were ready to buy some glassware, but they only offered a limited selection--not even the ones currently used in the restaurant. Missed opportunity all around. Come for the view and maybe a beer, but don't expect much from the food or the follow-through.
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Mark F.

Yelp
Kona Brewing at Hawaii Kai has one of the better happy hours we've seen in the area. Starts at 3 ends at 6:00pm and the pulled pork tacos are huge for happy hour price of $4 each. I'm always happy about their good beer selection and this visit was no different. This is an always go to place when we're here on the island.
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Tony M.

Yelp
Such a cool place to get a beer. Seating inside or out. We chose to overlook the marina. Zero seats at the bar. A great selection of beers and the food is awesome. You can't go wrong at this stop. See our YouTube channel Coolest Life.

Les K.

Yelp
Slow service, no french fries, no followup until the bill comes. If you ask a passing waitress for something, they dont come back unless, they want to and the place is big enough that waitress can get lost for the duration. You suck it up and dont go back.
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Lisa L.

Yelp
Very overpriced and terrible food. Three fish tacos $24. Hard to find the fish and then the pieces were like rubber. The beans and corn looked terrible and the dish wasn't even hot. Burgers looked good but fries weren't an option. Saving grace was a brownie sundae dessert. Hard to mess that up. Service was adequate.
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Matt S.

Yelp
Revisited Kona and got the Kahola pizza again because I remembered it being so good. Also got a small mixed green salad, which was decent. Overall, this place is great and has an awesome location, but the pigeons are a bit out of control. There are pigeons walking around the patio and they walk directly under your chair and table looking for scraps. Gotta get rid of the pigeons.
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Cyrus A.

Yelp
Loved my visit to this Kona location! The beers were great, the food was surprisingly delicious, and the space was quintessential vacation vibes! I got the fish tacos, and while the price tag seemed a little steep for bar food ($23), once I got my order I realized why -- big portions, quality ingredients. Just a delicious dish all around. Plenty of beers on tap, obviously. I like Kona's beers so I had high expectations, and wasn't disappointed. I especially like their IPAs, which are a little less hoppy compared to some of the New England juice monsters. Plus, they put a unique, tropical twist on many of the beers. The space itself is open and airy, with a back porch right on the water and lots of bar seating available. Definitely worth a visit if you are looking for good beers and upscale bar food!

Brian W.

Yelp
Always good! Smaller crowds, then on the big island which is a plus when you're in Honolulu! Had the captains pizza and a green salad with balsamic dressing plenty for three people! Also had my favorite beer, not even on the menu lava man!
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Walt P.

Yelp
Great service!! Staff was super attentive. The burgers were delicious. They are on the larger size so come hungry. I had the mushroom Swiss burgers and it was super flavorful and juicy. The only negative about this place is there are no French fries. They off Mac salad green salad or chips.
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Rey L.

Yelp
very nice restaurant located in the marina. outside seating provides a cool breeze during the lunch hour. good and varied menu options. i recommend the Koko burger. gotta be one of the best burgers i've had in a while. the pork tacos were filled to the brim with meat. the mac salad was not very heavy. the caesar salad was fresh tasting. the service was good and attentive. we recommend and will definitely return.
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Megan C.

Yelp
This brewery is a great place for food, drinks, and to hang out with friends. Their happy hour lasted till 6pm so we got the pepperoni rolls for only $3.50 and those things are much bigger than they sound! They're really tasty too! Their happy hour deals are really good, you got $2 off pints and their house wines are only $4.50. Service was nice and the view of the water was amazing as well! The servers offered to take pictures of us and were attentive when we needed more drinks.
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Free2bme C.

Yelp
I am sorry to say I will never eat the Hawaii Kai location again. I have gotten food poisoning twice! Once from their pizza and once from their sliders. My neighbor has also told me she and her son got sick twice and someone else told me 2 weeks ago they also got sick off of their chicken wings. I have reported this to the manager and the Dept of Health. This unacceptable!!!
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Grace D.

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A favorite spot to grab a drink and some appetizers, especially after a day of hiking. Service is friendly and the merchandise is also great for gift giving.
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Amber H.

Yelp
The view over the marina and towards the mountains was amazing. I had the seafood pasta which was a bit spicy because it's a red sauce but it had plenty of seafood and was tasty. My husband enjoyed his Cesar salad as well. Beer was good. The margaritas were very good.

Fay B.

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The beet salad was so good. I also highly recommend the nachos, a great serving size for the price! Bring a jacket because it does get chilly. Always great service here. They have first responder Friday's which is awesome.
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Elyse M.

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Stopped by after visiting Hanauma Bay. My group ordered 3 pizzas: Kohala, Hawaii Kai Pai, and the Jalapeño popper. All three were delicious! The Kohala was a group favorite. It took 20-25 min to make the pizzas. We had 5 hungry people and we still had half a pizza worth of food leftover.
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Rebecca T.

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It's a great spot to go to with a nice view and ambiance! I wasn't expecting the food to taste good honestly, it's more so a spot to hang out with friends by the marina and drink beer, but actually the food was delicious! We got a bunch of appetizers to share - pizza, wings, pepperoni rolls, etc. They're all delicious. For entrees, I tried their arrabbiata pasta - surprisingly buttery with a hint of spiciness. Our friend said their fish tasted good as well. The service was great too. Food came out at a decent pace and our server was very friendly. Overall a great spot to eat at Hawaii Kai!
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J G.

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Great food and vibes. Service was great, sat at the bar and the bartenders were very friendly and attentive. Beer was very good too. You won't be disappointed.