Pancakes were nice and fluffy. Bigger than I expected and the coconut syrup was a nice touch. Bacon could have been a little crispier but the taste was very nice. Vanilla latte was way too sweet (personally) but I did add vanilla syrup and cold foam so that's on me. Just didn't taste much of the coffee. Biscuits and gravy were delicious and the pork had amazing flavor. Waffle was a little dried out (we sent it back due to it not being crispy enough and we believe they just reheated the waffle). But the flavor was still good with the macadamia nuts and bananas The Bloody Mary was great, however, they could do with a little more spice and a little more tomato base. As far as bloody Mary's go, this was on the weaker side. Loved the Black Sea salt rim. Shoutout to our server, Terri, who was fabulous the whole time. read more

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I found this place on TikTok and was really excited to give it a try. I ordered the Loco Moco, and my boyfriend ordered the Luau Scramble. At first, the Loco Moco was okay. It was a little saltier than I expected, so I started separating everything on my plate while I was eating. That's when I found the first strand of hair underneath the rice. I pulled it out and honestly tried to brush it off. A few bites later, I took another bite of the patty and rice. When I went to wipe my mouth, another strand of hair came out of my mouth. At that point, my boyfriend and I decided to completely separate the food, and that's when we found a third strand of hair embedded in the rice. After finding three hair strands of hair, I completely lost my appetite. If anyone thinks I'm exaggerating, I recorded the entire experience, and it'll be included in my YouTube video. As for whether I'd recommend this place or come back, unfortunately, no. Maybe the other menu items are better, but based on my experience, I definitely wouldn't recommend ordering the Loco Moco. read more

Island Lava Java - ANOTHER HAIR IN MY FOOD - American Near Me - Kailua Kona, Hawaii

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Wife liked her French toast, the pancakes were middling at best. The gripe I have is I had to sit and listen to two ladies yap in meetings while working remotely at the table beside us. I hear enough corporate double talk and have to sit through enough useless teams meetings every day. I didn't fly all the way to Hawaii to have breakfast in the middle of one. They hadn't even purchased meals and were sitting and drinking water and disturbing the whole space. Never again. read more

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They open early, the service is quick, and our waiter was friendly. The food was delicious, and the shaded outdoor seating offers beautiful views. If we're ever back in Kona, we'll definitely be coming to Lava Java again. Highly recommend it for a great breakfast! read more

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We've been coming to Lava Java for years and it's our favorite spot for breakfast. It has a great view of Kona's oceanfront and it's relaxing to drink your mimosa or Mocha (or both as my wife does it) and watch the boats and para-sailors. The service is very good, especially if you are upstairs when Tawny is working. I used to get the Portuguese sausage, eggs, and rice. However, I tried the hollandaise a few visits back and I have been hooked ever since. Now I get the eggs Benedict with home fries and extra sauce for the potatoes. Make sure to visit this spot when you're looking for a tasty, easy going breakfast. read more

Island Lava Java - ISLAND EGGS BENEDICT - American Near Me - Kailua Kona, Hawaii

Definitely wouldn't recommend. The food was average, not a lot of flavor at all. They sat us a table without an umbrella, we were the only ones without when there were others empty. Worst part about this place was the server eric did something shady with the tip amount. I pressed the total amount on the hand held payment and when I saw the charge it was more. read more

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We had breakfast at Island Lava Java and the location alone makes it worth visiting. It's right across from the ocean, the views are beautiful, and we even got to see dolphins while we were eating, which made the experience extra special. I had the island style pancakes and they were delicious. The coconut syrup was the perfect addition, and the Portuguese sausage was also really good. My husband had the luau scramble, which was alright but felt like it was missing a little something. My brother in law ordered the loco moco and really enjoyed it. Overall, we had a nice breakfast and would definitely go back. read more

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Stopped by for breakfast because it was across the street from our resort. Terri our server was so sweet and helpful. Never kept us waiting. We started with the French press Kona coffee which was complex and delicious. My wife loved her fresh catch Benedict I had the lava java breakfast and it was fantastic. Waffle was a little chewy was the only critique. Will definitely be coming back. read more

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We came here twice. Once for breakfast and once at lunchtime. The restaurant has a beautiful ocean view. If you are able to get a table up front, you will have an unobstructed view of the Pacific ocean. Sometimes you might even be able to see some whales or a school of dolphins if you go during the right season. Our first visit was during lunch. It was around the time they were turning over their menu from breakfast/brunch to lunch and we were told that menu items would be limited or we could wait 10 more minutes while they complete the transition in the kitchen. We decided to share a pizza which was one of the no waiting option and the ahi bites. The Kona combo pizza had pepperoni, Italian sausage, olives and onions. It was large enough for the two of us to get full. The ahi bites were excellent. We had to wait for 10 more minutes to get them but they were worth the wait. The house wasibi aoili and umagi glaze were so flavorful and definitely elevated the taste of the ahi nuggets. Service was quick and friendly. Our server checked on us often enough to make sure we had drinks and that the food were delivered to our table. Our breakfast visit was the following day. Unfortunately, service was slower and our waitress was not very attentive. My husband ordered the island bagel and lox and I had the drag it through the garden croissant breakfast sandwich. While the food was good, the overall visit was like night and day from our previous experience. I'm still glad we came for breakfast though as the place does have a lot of great options as far as food went. read more

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Had a great breakfast experience at the Island Lava Java. We walked up to see what the wait time was like and we got lucky that a group had just cancelled their reservation so they took us right in. The service was excellent. Our waitress took care of us and was very friendly and funny. We sat in the upper balcony so we had good views of the ocean and surroundings. There is plenty of space for big groups upstairs. The food we ordered all looked great and tasted even better. I got the loco moco and it was very filling and delectable. We also ordered the ham and cheese croissant, and the burger with sweet potato fries. All excellent choices. read more

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This morning was already a bit stressful because we couldn't decide where to eat, and in the end we chose this place because of the many reviews. Unfortunately, it ended up being disappointing. We ordered a vegetable omelet to share and two drinks, and the total was almost $70, which felt very overpriced for what we got. The portions were small and the food itself was nothing special. It definitely wasn't exquisite or memorable in any way. The view, however, was beautiful. We were seated on the second floor with an ocean view, and that part was truly lovely. But even with the scenery, the experience didn't feel worth the money. My husband's coffee also wasn't good at all. The waitress was polite, but the service was quite slow. Overall, the location and view are the best things about this place. Sadly, the food, drinks, and value didn't live up to the hype, and we left feeling frustrated. read more

Island Lava Java - American Near Me - Kailua Kona, Hawaii

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We have been coming to Island Lava Java for many years now . We had a server Named Eileen who was so so sweet and attentive! Greeted us with a smile , even offered us to sign up on the app for rewards, which we had been 3 x already this visit and nobody else offered sadly ! Bagel & Lox are delicious, nice portions of Salmon , bloody Mary's are so good! Kalua pork, pineapple and eggs good also . We have never had a bad experience here , Tany is another server who is so nice and always smiling. We will miss the ocean waves and sunshine ! See you next year ! read more

Island Lava Java - View across the street from Island Lava Java - American Near Me - Kailua Kona, Hawaii

This place was recommended to us by locals so we knew we had to check it out. The view was stunning, you could see the ocean and people swimming. It was also fun to people watch as lots of shops are nearby so there are a lot of people walking around. We got the omelette, pancakes, and the eggs Benedict. The food was delicious, would order all of it again. Great ingredients, everything immaculately cooked, and generous portions. My favorite dish was the pancakes. They had a creamy sauce on top that really complimented the macadamia nuts and the bananas. It was sweet, ward, cozy and crunchy. My husband really liked his omelette, it was flavorful and perfectly cooked. The eggs Benedict was amazing because it came on a croissant which was just so extra in the nest way. The service was excellent. Servers were kind, attentive and knowledgable. I would definitely recommend this spot for a solid breakfast with a stunning view. read more

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Love the outdoor porch vibe by the shore. Had a relaxing time enjoying an amazing meal with the views and sea breeze. Got to try the luau scramble and the pineapple upside down French toast. Both were unique fusion dishes that made for a fun brunch. The luau scramble uses a fried, crispy pork belly instead of bacon for protein. It's a nice thick cut with good flavor to it paired with rice and scrambled eggs. Worth trying! The pineapple upside down french toast was decadent! It really fuses the pineapple flavors into the french toast really well for a good excuse to do dessert for brunch! read more

Island Lava Java - LUAU SCRAMBLE - American Near Me - Kailua Kona, Hawaii

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We had an amazing time Makamae was such a character and made our dinner so memorable. She really did a great balance of lightly offering things that helped me make a decision throughout the evening to keep the experience progressing without coming off as pushy. I felt like I could take as much time as I needed, but that she had good insight into the menu. So much fun so much good food highly highly recommend the poki and beet salad and the pono mai tais!!! read more

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Huge portions! Tasted great! Tried a pancake island style which meant macadamia nuts, banana, and their unique coconut syrup. I loved it, it was so filling and delicious. Also tried their garden omelette which was fresh and packed with veggies. The potatoes were a hit, perfectly seasoned and crispy! read more

Island Lava Java - GO "ISLAND-STYLE" PANCAKE - American Near Me - Kailua Kona, Hawaii

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Came to Island Lava Java for breakfast and had a really nice experience. The food was good and hit the spot, especially for starting the day in Kona. Portions were solid and everything came out fresh. What really stood out was the service, the waiters were super nice, friendly, and attentive, which made the meal even more enjoyable. The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, perfect for a casual breakfast. Overall, a great breakfast stop with good food and genuinely kind service. Would definitely come back. read more

We returned to the Kona area in the spring and went straight from the airport to Lava Java! Needed our fish taco fill! We shared the Fish Tacos and Big Island Beet Salad. Both hit the spot and were just as fresh and delicious as they'd been on previous visits. LAVA JAVA'S FRESH FISH TACOS Choose charbroiled fresh catch (ono for us), with creamy citrus cabbage slaw, tomato, cilantro & chipotle aioli in two tarot tortillas. Choice of organic greens salad or French fries. *Fresh fish, tarot tortillas (beautiful purple color and delicious), citrus zing. We love the fries, especially the sweet potato fries, but it was the start of our vacation so we kept it clean with a side of greens. BIG ISLAND BEET SALAD Oven-roasted beets, baby tomatoes, goat cheese, avocado & spiced walnuts on Lehua farm's organic greens. Tossed in lemon vinaigrette *Fresh local ingredients. Substantial salad. He got an iced latte - couldn't resist that Kona Coffee! I got an iced tea. We enjoyed a delicious and relaxing lunch, with friendly service, in an open-air setting with spectacular ocean views. Looking for coffee, brunch, lunch, snack, cocktails, and/or dinner? Island Lava Java has got you covered! read more

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This place is right across the water. amazing views while you have the breakfast! great portion of food that can be shared, the chocolate chip pancake is just yummy! they used special kind of chocolate chip. Service is great as well!they validate 90 mins just make sure you know your plate number. read more

Island Lava Java - plate FRESH FRUIT - American Near Me - Kailua Kona, Hawaii

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Arrived and sign says wait to be seated. Workers were kind of busy and gathered at one end of the bar area. A person finally approached and sat me in a nice area with a good view. I was hoping to relax and enjoy a nice meal. Great waiter who suggested Catch of the day Ono fish. So i got their Ono fish and crispy fries. While I was waiting my ice tea came and was tasty. Ono fish and fries arrived. Fries were good and enjoyable. But when I dipped my fish into the tartar dip and begin to take a bite and almost threw up. I wasn't sure what happened. I looked at the tartar sauce and it didn't look good. I peeled back the batter and it looked nasty. It looked like throw up. (Look at photos) I was done. I couldn't eat no more. It was horrible. I covered it with a napkin so I wouldn't see it. read more

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So we got to Kona and I have been trying to eat healthy. That meant I needed my coffee fix. Luckily, Island Lava Java was right down the street from the condo. After working out at Planet Fitness, stopped in for a Cafe Mocha (organic espresso, chocolate syrup, steamed milk & house whipped cream). Definitely worth the visit and can't beat the views. read more

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One breakfast was not enough day one had to have the loco moco two smash burger party's, two eggs, I had mine over easy, the mushroom grave on top was great Topped it off with an Oat bran macadamia grilled with fresh butter " amazing" and a French press Kona Day two veggie scramble switched out fruit for potatoes, another muffin and this time brewed Kona with one refill. The service and atmosphere very casual, friendly and nice ocean bow read more

Came for the views, stayed for the ribs. Fall off the bone ribs. The ribs are slightly sweet from the guava and not too tart like regular bbq sauce. The slaw has pineapple bits. Super nice and refreshing! The fries were just fries, but added a good texture. Patio seating has a nice ocean front view where you can listen to the waves. Staff were very friendly and checked on us multiple times to refill water! read more

Island Lava Java - Guava BBQ Ribs - American Near Me - Kailua Kona, Hawaii

Staff was super nice and helpful! Our food was amazing and the view from the restaurant was absolutely gorgeous! read more

Island Lava Java - American Near Me - Kailua Kona, Hawaii

I love this place! Everyone is friendly. Reservations are good because it can get busy quickly. The atmosphere is nice. It's right across from the water. The food - oh my goodness!!! Everything that I've had has been delicious. read more

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This is a great place to go if you're looking for an outdoor dining experience with a beautiful view and a cool breeze! The service is fantastic. No problems with that. The food is only OK. While the egg dishes were served at the right temperature, it was pretty clear that the pancakes had been made in advance. They were not cold, but not as warm as they should have been. The fruit cup, which you can see in my picture, was clearly a day or two older than ideal. The French toast was delicious! I realize it's an outdoor café, but cleanliness could be stepped up just a bit. We had a dirty fork, and after finishing my coffee, I found food particles stuck on the bottom of my cup, which was kind of gross. We are frequent visitors to the big island and it has been a number of years since I've been in here. There's been a lot of struggles so we are patient guests! read more

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Once again, we were delighted with a scrumptious meal and amazing service at Lava Java. The location is fantastic for ocean views and people watching. read more

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Great view and good food, good service. Excellent drinks! Really nice and unique fish tacos good and piping hot fish. One of the best espresso martinis I've tasted. Super good lunch experience read more

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5 star food, 1 star service. It took 20 minutes before a server took our order and our food arrived nearly an hour later. The food was GREAT but wasn't worth waiting an hour+ for. Won't be back read more

Island Lava Java - American Near Me - Kailua Kona, Hawaii

Lunch time on the Ali'i highway in a central location. Short wait for a table with an excellent view. Ali'i Chicken Sandwich with sweet potato fries, Coconut Shrimp, Island Lava Java Salad 1/2, and Margaritas Speaking for the chicken sandwich, a nice-sized slab of tender breast meat prepared better than I could have at home. The coconut shrimp, salad, and margaritas were great. Excellent location, great service, clean restrooms. read more

The atmosphere here is really fun and the servers were great. The food was just average however. If I could give it 3 1/2 stars I would. My veggie omelet was very underwhelming and I felt like it needed more flavor. The biscuits and gravy were good but not amazing, and the eggs Benedict had amazing sauce, but the croissant it was on was really chewy and not very light and fluffy like croissants are supposed to be. My daughter loved her waffles though. And the pancake was good. Overall it was hit and miss and we probably wouldn't go back unless we couldn't find anywhere else to go. read more

Island Lava Java - Veggie omelet. It was just okay, and needed more flavor. - American Near Me - Kailua Kona, Hawaii

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We had a delicious brunch here. Food and service were excellent. Only drawbacks were high price of adjacent parking lot; street parking is almost never available nearby. read more

Beautiful place to have our last breakfast here in the Big Island, great view, delicious food with great company. Our server is nice and very attentive. read more

We've had breakfast and dinner here on our vacation. I only got a good picture of the French toast but we also had pancakes. For dinner fish and chips and burger were delicious. Friendly service and great location. Oh and had the Kona tini. Also delish. read more

Island Lava Java - Sunset during dinner - American Near Me - Kailua Kona, Hawaii

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Brunch cocktails were delicious! The croissant sandwich comes with ham but we asked for Portuguese sausage instead and they were accommodating! It was so good with the sausage I highly recommend the swap of meat! We also enjoyed the garden scramble. I would recommend ordering a side of Portuguese sausage with it. This dish could use some meat! Service was good and the ocean front view you can't beat read more

Island Lava Java - Bloody Mary & HANA HOU - American Near Me - Kailua Kona, Hawaii

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Pineapple French toast was larger than expected. The pineapples and nuts were the right touch for this breakfast dish. My wife had the fish benedict. She was a big fan of the potatoes. Come here for breakfast and a waterfront view. read more

Island Lava Java - PINEAPPLE "UPSIDE DOWN" FRENCH TOAST - American Near Me - Kailua Kona, Hawaii

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The food is always amazing. But the service is sub par. So many tables sitting and waiting for food. Sat with only water on our table for about 30+ minutes, waiting for our food. That's not including the time it took before even having the waitress take our order. read more

If you're in Kona, Lava Java is an absolute must. The food was incredible -- hands down the best loco moco we've ever had. Everything was cooked perfectly and full of flavor. The smash burger was also really good, but the real standout was the fish and chips -- easily the best we had on the entire island, and we made it a point to try it at multiple places. Great food, great experience -- we'll definitely be back. Highly recommend read more

Tawny is a ray of sunshine! Funny and sweet and efficient server! What a professional All the brunch food was delicious! From the island pancakes to the kahlua pork scramble! First time here but not the last time! read more

Island Lava Java - Kahlua pork scramble with crispy potatoes! And Portuguese sausage - American Near Me - Kailua Kona, Hawaii

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Food was yummy with a nice breathtaking views. Service was just right. We went on day where it was raining but our seating kept us warm and dry. Full bar, great drinks! Definitely a place to add to your bucket list. read more

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