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    Kona Brewing

    4.0 (3.4k reviews)
    ModerateBrewpubs, Sandwiches
    Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    KONA BREWING ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Casual
    Moderate noise
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    Just ok
    Robert S.

    This place was ok. Loud inside but typical of a brewpub. Service was friendly and efficient. Got the small Captain's pizza, not bad but not that good either. Kalua pork nachos just ok too, they use beer cheese, not a fan I'm afraid. I guess its sort of a tourist attraction. I wouldn't recommend but American food options are limited in Kona.

    Joy H.

    Great place to hang out. I enjoyed the pizza and the fish sandwich was good. Service was excellent.

    Nicole S.

    Kona Brewing is tucked away about 5 minutes from the main strip. We stumbled across it and had to stop! Gorgeous tropical plants and a great laid-back Hawaiian atmosphere, even without an ocean view. Great beer, good service, and a little shop with Kona Brewing shirts and souvenirs. We didn't eat, but definitely worth stopping in for a beer!

    Kohala pizza
    Joe L.

    Met up with a friend for some beers and a pizza. Once upon a time the menu was more substantial. We ended up just getting a pizza. We went with the Kohala and although it was good it was a little on the salty side. This was a Thursday afternoon before the dinner crowd so our service was good. If you've never been here before and you come during prime dinner hours, be prepared to wait unless you luck out at a spot in the bar (where we sat). This place has a decent selection of beers and food that's good for a bar.i would give it 3.75/5 stars.

    Sampler
    Jerry H.

    The famous Kona brewery has a great family friendly restaurant to try great food and fresh brewed beer. Its open air style with lush green vegetation is relaxing and true to Hawaiian style. The staff was super friendly, helpful and attentive. They made great recommendations. The burger and ahi sandwich were char grilled and fantastic. The beer sampler lets you try a variety of fresh beers. Everything was tasty, fresh and delicious. We loved the merch counter also for nice shirts and gifts. Overall, a must try stop for all Hawaii visitors.

    Hawaiian Lu'au pizza
    Joey T.

    Great service and great vibes! Service was very prompt. We asked for the pizza to be extra crispy and they delivered. The pizza was just as pleasant! The kalua pork paired well with the pineapple and the ratio was very well balanced. Yummy! Mahalo!

    Beer
    Victoria T.

    Obviously, the beer is excellent. And it's at a great location with lots of space and tons of seating. However, the service can be a little better. I didn't feel very welcome by the host staff. And the server seemed very busy. The food was pretty good, but not the best. But if you're going for beer and outside seating, this is the place.

    Jennifer C.

    I am a huge fan of Kona brewing and try to stop by here at least once every time I am on the big island. They have a fantastic selection of beer that keeps you coming back. They sometimes will have live music, and have a ton of seating as well. They always have such delicious pizzas! This time we ordered a mushroom and hot honey pizza, but I swear I have liked every one I have tried here so far! They also have a big parking lot, so it's just a great and reliable spot for dinner. I did take one star as service here can sometimes leave you wanting more...but other than that I really love coming here!

    Flight of 4 5-oz samplers for $20!
    Rose H.

    This place was super cool!! We came just for drinks after already eating dinner, and tried the flight. I loved the cute little map that comes with the flight to remember what each beer is. The service was also very fast and friendly. Even though most other patrons were also there to eat dinner, we never felt rushed or disregarded for only ordering a little flight of beers. We really enjoyed the beers and would definitely go back again, maybe for food as well next time.

    Menu
    Betty L.

    We visited on a Wednesday afternoon. There is a free parking lot. There are plenty of tables outside. There are also tables inside with AC and restrooms. I ordered the paradise cider 9/10 and also a Red Ale 9/10. We did not order food based on the past reviews. I think part of the restaurant needs to have a paint make over especially on the restroom women's door and some dining tables. It looks a little tired. The beer & service were great.

    Patio
    Eowyn K.

    I'm not a beer person, but my friend is, and she was excited to try most southern brewery in the US (it is, she checked). We didn't have a reservation, but stopped by mid day. They were not busy, so we were immediately seated on the covered patio. It's a pleasant area, shaded and surrounded by greenery. My friend ordered a flight: The red- enjoyed, not too malty. The hazy IPA- superb. She really likes IPAs to begin with. Felt it was the perfect amount of hops. Pink Boots (special)- Good, nothing to write home about. Pale Ale- "It's a pale ale." Lilikoi- (passionfruit) good, fruity flavor without being too sweet. Not as light as she expected. They were out of the lemongrass. I had the rotating cider from Paradise Cider, during this visit it was Hang Loose Juice, a topical fruit cider, it was sweet but very good. We also split the pepperoni pizza roll, good size and filling. They also offer cocktails, seltzers, and non alcoholic options. So all of you other non beer drinkers can support your brewery loving friends. They also have a small shop area in the front.

    Polina L.

    We decided to eat at this place and were seated outside, which was really nice. The atmosphere was beautiful. We ordered a beer flight to try different beers, and they were very tasty. I don't usually drink beer and rarely enjoy it, since I'm still learning to understand different flavors, but these beers were surprisingly delicious. We also ordered chicken wings, which were good as well. However, we didn't like the avocado fries. They were kind of weird. Maybe it's just not our taste, but they didn't meet our expectations. The downside for us was the price. For the beers, chicken wings, and fries, it felt a bit expensive for what I'd consider appetizers. I wish they were a little more affordable. Overall, it was a nice place, and we would love to come back if we travel to the Big Island again.

    Pizza & Nachos
    Jasmin P.

    Great beer, but the food was just okay. The service was inconsistent. When we checked in, the host at the entrance told us there'd be a long wait, close to an hour, and even suggested go to the restaurant next door instead of waiting. We asked if we could sit in the bar area, and he said food couldn't be served there. We decided to check out the bar anyway and hang out while waiting for a table. Once we got there, the waitress sat us immediately and let us know we could order food along with our beers, which was a pleasant surprise. Our waitress was super friendly, which definitely improved the experience. Overall, I'd come back for the beer and maybe a snack, but probably not for a full meal. We ordered the nachos and a pizza. The nacho cheese was interesting, and the pizza was decent, but nothing particularly memorable.

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    Ask the Community - Kona Brewing

    Do they deliver with any food delivery apps?

    Is there free parking?

    Yes, there is free parking in a huge, spacious parking lot located right in front of the entrance to Kona Brewing.

    Are there any non alcoholic beers available?

    I don't think there are; at least they were not available during the free tour tasting experience. I would contact Kona Brewing to see if their are any available at the restaurant area.

    Do they have 6 packs for sale?

    Yes

    Is there parking?

    Yes

    Can you call ahead to be put on the waiting list?

    No reservations. No calling ahead to be put on the waitlist.

    Can my dog and i sit in the outdoor area?

    In Hawaii it is customary to allow your dog to sit with you in the outdoor areas from my experience, as long as the dog is relaxed and can lie underneath the table without getting in the way of servers or people passing through

    Does anyone know if this place is good for large take away orders for a party?

    Yes, they sell beer by the keg

    Do they have air conditioning?

    Yes, however inside seating is on a first come first served basis.

    Does Kona Brewing Company have televisions for watching football games?

    Aloha. We do not have televisions at the Kona Brew pub on Big Island.

    When is happy hour?

    Aloha. Stoked Hour Specials are available Monday-Friday 3pm-5pm. Currently Includes $2 off Liquid Aloha Pints, $3 Pizza Slice, $3.95 Pork Tacos, $4.95 Pepperoni Rolls + other select food items.

    Can they sit large groups inside?

    Yeah they can move tables around inside, but I didn't see a separate room for really big groups.

    Do they have alcoholic drinks other than beer?

    We're literally sitting here and no, they don't. We asked.

    Is there an entrance fee?

    No. Free entrance & parking

    Are there televisions to watch a game?

    No there isn't. Just stopped there and called.

    Do you have to be 21 just to eat there?

    No. There was actually a lot of kids there when we visited.

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