Top Restaurants in Kailua-Kona
Top Things to do in Kailua-Kona
Most Popular Cafe food in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, United States
Discover Restaurants offering the best Cafe food in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, United States. Coffee drinkers will recognize Kona as the source of some of the best beans in the world. Get your blood pumping with a walk along the “Royal Footsteps” waterfront stretch of Alii Drive, or take stargazing to the next level with a nighttime visit to the summit of Mauna Kea. Waterfalls, volcanoes, and soft black sands are just some of the natural features that make Kailua unique. Shimmy your hips at a hula-filled luau, or get an eyeful of native history at the Kamakahonu compound.
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7. Magics Beach Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 94 reviews
Magics is dynamic, vibrant, and community oriented. Walking into the restaurant is like being transported into the ocean itself, beautiful and invigorating, with a priceless view. Weâre more than just a restaurant, our passion for our island, fresh flavor
Reviewed By stevenrL7202DR
This restaurant is located in the building where we rented a condo, so very convenient, especially after a few cocktails. Sits right on the ocean, with views of beautiful sunsets. Menu is varied with something for everyone. We especially liked the spicy lobster noodle dish and had it twice. Also enjoyed steak frite and bbq ahi tuna. Reasonable prices and good service but the food and location are the stars.
6. Kona Wave Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By caymae
We were staying at the Kona Seaside Hotel and wanted to grab some coffee one morning on the way to "King Kam" beach and found this little shop right next to Splasher's--man am I glad we did! I tried the Mac Nut Latte and I'm still having cravings for it. It seems to be a little "mom and pop shop" but they were very friendly every time we went in (which was about 10 times during our week stay). I highly recommend their coffee, which is real Kona coffee. I also highly recommend their acai bowl, which is similar to a smoothie bowl but it was so fresh. It was the most refreshing breakfast to eat on the beach and watch the sunrise!!I never tried their Shave Ice, but they had quite a few selections to choose from, and they gave heaping portions.
5. Kalikala Cuisine
Overall Ratings
4 based on 69 reviews
Reviewed By RNjen61
So glad we stopped to check out this place for breakfast! The food is homemade, delicious and authentic. The lilikoi syrup and coconut whipped cream werre delicious. Friendly staff and great 100% Kona coffee. Only problem is that they open at 8:00 and only certain days during the week - if you are an early bird you may be out of luck.
4. Daylight Mind Coffee Company
Overall Ratings
4 based on 693 reviews
Daylight Mind is a Restaurant, Coffee House, Bakery, Roaster and Coffee School located in the heart of Kona. Visit this premier oceanside location to be served locally sourced, fresh food, and to experience extraordinary coffees roasted in our shop! If yo
Reviewed By marymargareto2015
Papa Kona (formerly Daylight Mind Coffee Co.) is a gem! The staff is highly accommodating and serve the most sensational, mouth-watering âpulled porkâ sandwich Iâve ever had. Itâs called the â808 Pork Sandwich. Iâm from North Carolina and was so tickled to see this masterpiece used Carolina sauce! The beach/ocean view is incredible. I just donât know why it is not crowded but quite frankly happy it wasnât. Must be due to itâs locationperimeter of the busy tourist areaa. At any rate, it is truly worth walking past the palace and into the âquieter sideâ. Iâm dreaming of that sandwich!
3. Island Lava Java
Overall Ratings
4 based on 3115 reviews
Great Kona Restaurant specializing in fresh, local, organic and sustainable food with 100% Kona Coffee and our own Bakery on site. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner & Sunday brunch, we are committed to using the highest quality locally produced ingredients
Reviewed By lauries614
We enjoyed a quick lunch here on the patio, overlooking the water with great service. We split the Big Island salad and the Big Island pizza and both were fresh and delicious.We've reached out to you in a private message to thank you for taking the time to write this review. We look forward to speaking with you more!
2. 808 Grindz Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 450 reviews
Reviewed By Yoda316
Stopped in for breakfast... very good, local food. Wasnât sure about the presentation because Iâm picky about my food touching. It was awesome though. Husband had the breakfast for champions .... he enjoyed it. Apparently Vienna sausages and spam is a thing ... he tried it and was pleased.
1. Frenchman's Cafe
Overall Ratings
5 based on 308 reviews
Vegetarians and vegan customers are welcome! Gluten free options available! Les clients végétariens et végétaliens sont les bienvenus! Nous offrons également des plats sans gluten.
Reviewed By EmBentley
My husband and I were so surprised to find a French restaurant in Hawaii that we just had to check it out. Turned out to be absolutely delicious and we actually went back the very next morning for breakfast! The lovely Frenchwoman we spoke with (whom I assume was the owner) even remembered us and kindly welcomed us back. I especially enjoyed their croque madame and the Oh Là Là crepe. Please do yourself a favor--take a break from the loco mocos and shave ice and try this place out. C'était vraiment délicieux!
