# Kona Inn Restaurant

> Kona's iconic waterfront restaurant since 1928. Fresh local seafood, premium steaks, world-famous Mai Tais, and unobstructed Pacific sunsets right on Aliʻi Drive.

## Key facts
- Address: 75-5744 Aliʻi Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
- Phone: (808) 329-4455
- Email: info@konainn.com
- Hours: Daily 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM. Happy hour 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM daily.
- Cuisine: Seafood, Hawaiian, American, Steakhouse, Bar
- Price range: $$
- On the water on Aliʻi Drive in Kailua-Kona, Big Island of Hawaii, since 1928.
- Reservations via OpenTable. Gift cards via Toast.
- Takeout ordering via Toast, with both counter pickup and curbside pickup available.

## Pages
- [Home](https://www.konainnrestaurant.com/)
- [Menu](https://www.konainnrestaurant.com/menu)
- [About / Our Story](https://www.konainnrestaurant.com/about)
- [Visit (hours, directions, parking)](https://www.konainnrestaurant.com/visit)
- [Contact](https://www.konainnrestaurant.com/contact)
- [Gift Cards](https://www.konainnrestaurant.com/gift-card)
- [INNsider Rewards](https://www.konainnrestaurant.com/rewards)

## Menu overview
- **Lunch** (Daily from 11:30 AM): Starters, Salad & Sandwich, Lunch Plates, Desserts
- **Dinner** (Daily until 9:00 PM): Appetizers, Soup & Salad, Entrées, Sides
- **Drinks** (Lunch, dinner, and happy hour 3 to 5 PM daily): Signature Cocktails, Spirit Free Cocktails, Draft Beer, Bottle Beer, Wine, By the Glass, Wine, By the Bottle
- **Dessert** (Daily): Dessert Menu, Dessert Cocktails
- **Happy Hour** (Daily from 3 to 5 PM): Happy Hour Food, Happy Hour Drinks

## Signature dishes
- [Coconut Crusted Mahi Mahi](https://www.konainnrestaurant.com/menu/coconut-crusted-mahi-mahi): Island mahi mahi under a golden coconut crust. $38.75
- [Hawaii Shrimp Bisque](https://www.konainnrestaurant.com/menu/hawaii-shrimp-bisque): A rich island bisque with house focaccia. $17.50
- [Dry Aged Duroc Pork Rib Eye](https://www.konainnrestaurant.com/menu/dry-aged-duroc-pork-rib-eye): A sizzling-plate dry aged pork rib eye. $48.25
- [Pork Wellington](https://www.konainnrestaurant.com/menu/pork-wellington): Island-style Wellington with mushroom and coconut reductions. $39.25
- [Hula Chicken](https://www.konainnrestaurant.com/menu/hula-chicken): Grilled chicken with pineapple relish and chili soy glaze. $32.50
- [Kona Inn Harvest Salad](https://www.konainnrestaurant.com/menu/kona-inn-harvest-salad): Mixed greens, goat cheese, and seasonal island fruit. $19.25
- [Crab and Corn Dip](https://www.konainnrestaurant.com/menu/crab-and-corn-dip): Baked crab and corn dip with tortilla chips. $21.50
- [Fresh Catch Fish Tacos](https://www.konainnrestaurant.com/menu/fish-tacos): Fresh catch tacos with pineapple relish. $25.75
- [Vegetable Summer Rolls](https://www.konainnrestaurant.com/menu/vegetable-summer-rolls): Cool garden rolls with sesame soy dipping sauce. $16.75
- [Ceviche](https://www.konainnrestaurant.com/menu/ceviche): Local fish cured in citrus and coconut milk. $18.50
- [Shrimp and Crab Cakes](https://www.konainnrestaurant.com/menu/shrimp-and-crab-cakes): Golden shrimp and crab cakes with corn relish. $24.25
- [House Bread](https://www.konainnrestaurant.com/menu/house-bread): House made focaccia with macadamia nut pesto. $9.00
- [Pacific Tasting Sampler](https://www.konainnrestaurant.com/menu/pacific-tasting-sampler): A chef's selection of starters, built for sharing. $30.25
- [Lion's Mane Mushroom Steak](https://www.konainnrestaurant.com/menu/lions-mane-mushroom-steak): A vegan steak cut from lion's mane mushroom. $36.50
- [Aliʻi Burger](https://www.konainnrestaurant.com/menu/alii-burger): Wagyu blend with guava bacon onion jam and smoked gouda. $22.50
- [Kona Inn Mud Pie](https://www.konainnrestaurant.com/menu/kona-inn-mud-pie): Coffee ice cream and chocolate on a cookie crust. $20.25
- [Ahi Poke Nachos](https://www.konainnrestaurant.com/menu/ahi-poke-nachos): Fresh ahi poke piled on crisp wonton chips. $28.25
- [Kona Inn World Famous Mai Tai](https://www.konainnrestaurant.com/menu/mai-tai): The Mai Tai that built a reputation. $16.75
- [Fuego Mango Rita](https://www.konainnrestaurant.com/menu/fuego-mango-rita): Mango and jalapeño over reposado tequila. $16.25
- [Garden Smash](https://www.konainnrestaurant.com/menu/garden-smash): Cucumber, lime, and lemongrass ginger syrup. $15.25
- [Ube Colada](https://www.konainnrestaurant.com/menu/ube-colada): A purple ube twist on the piña colada. $16.50
- [House Liquors](https://www.konainnrestaurant.com/menu/house-liquors): Well pours at happy hour prices, two to five daily. $6.50

## Frequently asked questions
- **Where is Kona Inn Restaurant located?** Kona Inn Restaurant is located at 75-5744 Alii Drive in Kailua-Kona, right on the waterfront in the heart of historic Kona town.
- **What kind of food does Kona Inn Restaurant serve?** Kona 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.
- **What are the best drinks at Kona Inn Restaurant?** Kona 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.
- **Is Kona Inn Restaurant right on the ocean?** Yes. 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.
- **Is Kona Inn Restaurant a good spot for special occasions?** Absolutely! 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.
- **Does Kona Inn Restaurant offer open-air dining?** Yes! 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.
- **Does Kona Inn Restaurant have a Happy Hour?** Yes, 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.

## Links
- Reserve a table: https://www.opentable.com/r/kona-inn-restaurant-reservations-kailua-kona?restref=442396&lang=en-US&ot_source=Restaurant%20website
- Buy a gift card: https://order.toasttab.com/egiftcards/kona-inn-75-5744-ali-i-dr
- Check gift card balance: https://www.toasttab.com/kona-inn-75-5744-ali-i-dr/findcard
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/konainnrestaurant
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Kona-Inn-Restaurant-100063679594921/