My server Mindy was awesome great attitude very helpful the food was great I'd definitely return the wait wasn't long and the view was definitely spectacular read more

We hadn't been here for some time and on a whim decided to come in for an early light dinner. We opted for the spinach salad, Cajun shrimp salad and gnocchi. My wife and I thought everything was delicious. We may be biased because we've been coming here for four decades through many different restaurants. If you remember Dorian's than you are indeed an old timer. One of the challenges with owning a restaurant this close to the ocean is that big storms can wreak havoc and over the years it has caused restaurants here to fold. Kudos to the current owner who has been through some very big challenges over the years! You as a customer get to enjoy one of the best oceanfront restaurants on the coast thanks to that perseverance. We had a great server in Pete, and the entire staff seemed to be attentive and friendly. It probably helped that I showed a pic I found on my phone from 2007 showing my wife and her grandpa and 5 generations celebrating his 99th. So yeah this and the Kona Inn were for special occasions in our family. With the parking downtown such a problem Magics has an advantage with free and ample parking across the street. If you're looking for a memorable place to enjoy a sunset with the sound of the ocean then make a reservation for a half hour before sunset and enjoy yourself. When we travel we seek out places that will be remembered for the experience and hopefully the food will be part of that experience as well. We need to come back and try some more dishes before we can really judge that aspect but we will definitely be back. As to the prices well it's Hawaii. It is expensive but not overpriced! Mahalo. read more

Magics Beach Grill - Cajun shrimp pasta was delicious. - Seafood Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

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We had reservations and came in early. No one in the restaurant but everyone at the bar. We asked for a bigger table away from the spraying water from the crashing surf. Yes the seating is right on top of the ocean! We were told the seating was for reservations and we were given a tiny table. The food was not good. My plate was grilled fish swimming in a plate of water and it was cold food. My husband's food was cold too and the fries were inedible and undercooked. We have lots of options in Kona, HI so we need not go back to this grill. read more

A great bar and grill by one of the more popular beaches in the Kona area. They have a killer patio overlooking the beach and the ocean, so rightfully most tables are outside. Tons of seating, they could serve hundreds at a time with all those tables. Servers and bartenders were awesome! Expect a short wait at peak lunch and dinner time slots. The bar is great, with island spirited cocktails and some local brews on tap! Snacked on plenty of appetizers, they were tasty! read more

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A first night of vacation dinner when we wanted a simple meal for 6 adults. the menu looked good so we headed over about 7:00 pm on a Tuesday night. we got a table outside with a beautiful background sound of crashing waves. our server Victoriah was knowledgeable and very friendly. Two margaritas came out and sadly had a very bland taste, almost watered down. Not our favorite. Two kombuchas were good, and a Keiki Tai was also. The Pineapple Fried rice was very salty and disappointing, but the Firecracker Fish Tacos tasty good. The Bulgogi Beef Cups and Lemon Risotto marched perfectly. All for $300+ was not a good value for the evening Overall. We understand that everything is very expensive right now but I wish more items were tasty to warrant the cost. The atmosphere was nice but we're going to find another spot to try. read more

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Magics was recommended to us, and we stopped by for happy hour and a light dinner. We did not have a reservation, but were able to be seated immediately. Their happy hour is not much, and I wouldn't recommend going for just that. What I would go for is the amazing view, the live music, and the sunset. The restaurant is on the ocean, and has a fair sized patio. Also outstanding, randomly, is their Caesar salad. We got it on a whim, as a side, and it was really good. Instead of croutons, it had fried cheese. It was also really fresh, the right amount of dressing and great flavor. We also had the seafood chowder, which was fine. Neither of us liked the lobster pasta. The food in my experience is hit or miss. read more

Magics Beach Grill - Seafood chowder, lobster pasta, Caesar salad - Seafood Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

Went to the magics beach shack for breakfast. There was no acai, and we wanted acai bowls. Our orders took forever, and it was general chaos. We were not informed there was no acai until after the order was placed. Very confused how you run out of acai in Hawaii and you're a smoothie shop. And this was first thing in the morning not even later in the day. Maybe go out and buy some acai so customers can choose from the menu accurately? Or tell them before you order? Malasadas were tasty, I really liked the deep purple look of the ube! Love the location right by magic sands beach super convenient. read more

Magics Beach Grill - ube malasada - Seafood Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

Nice Oceanside tables with good view (watch out for a little refreshing spritz when tide and wave action are high). Food was very good and service fine. Brussel Sprouts were deli with lots of bacon! A little pricey but enjoyed the food and location! read more

Magics Beach Grill - Firecracker grilled fish tacos, spinach salad and pan-roasted Brussel sprouts. - Seafood Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

Magic's Beach Grill gave us a great start right from the door. Our hostess was hilarious and took it all in stride when my friend's husband wandered off through the restaurant hunting for his preferred table instead of the one we were assigned. The host handled it with good humor and set us up with an amazing table overlooking both the beach and the water, complete with a bird's-eye view of the sunset. Our waiter, Jay, not Jake from State Farm, but Jay without the K, started off fantastic. He was funny, quick, efficient and very professional. As the evening went on, though, service slowed down quite a bit. We heard he picked up a large table and there were long stretches where we didn't see him at all. Drink-wise, I had a mango tea and loved it. My daughter enjoyed a couple of alcoholic beverages. My friend's husband had a beer and she didn't drink. Food was a mixed bag. My daughter ordered the grilled chicken with smashed potatoes. The chicken was unfortunately very dry and felt overpriced for the quality, though the smashed potatoes were absolutely delicious and came with what tasted like a chimichurri-style sauce. No one could quite confirm what it was but whatever it was, it was excellent. She also loved the French fries that came with my meal. I ended up ordering several sides, including French fries and lemon Parmesan risotto. The risotto was slightly underdone for my taste but still good. The clear standout of the night was the bacon gorgonzola gnocchi. That dish was phenomenal and easily could have been my entire meal. And of course, the real finale was the sunset. We got the perfect picture and the perfect view. Overall, it's a bit overpriced for the consistency of the food but the atmosphere, the setting and some standout dishes made it an enjoyable evening. read more

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We stopped here after a visit to the Magic Beach. It's a great location right next to the beach. I got 3 tacos; shrimp, steak and pork. I highly recommend the shrimp taco. The service is ok. I had to ask a couple times for my daughter's ice cream and my mom's frappe. I would eat here again if I come back to Magic Sand Beach. read more

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Beautiful views! Lunch yesterday was great and we loved the lavender lemonade drink, as well as the smash burger and salad. Tonight's happy hour was enjoyable and the Caesar salad and kalua pork nachos were delicious. But I was overcharged and when my tab was redone, I did not receive the 10% discount I originally received (resort perk) and the waiter ended up with a 35% tip! read more

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Ono Grindz! If you are cruisin' Ali'i Drive definitely swing in for a drink and a bite. Reece took great care of us. Service and Kitchen speed were quick. We really didn't have to wait long for our lunch. I think we were in and out in less than an hour. read more

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Magics has some of THE best views & live music from time to time! It's also located right next to magic sands beach so plenty to do! Parking can be a bit tight so prepare for that or walking from nearby parking lots. From my experience I'd go to magics for the view and appetizers. Some of the cocktails are okay, most of the full lunch/dinner meals I've had are mediocre. The gnocchi was lacking a bit of mmph and the fish was just okay and very dry We tried their fried truffle ulu fries the other night and they were very good! The burrata salad is also my personal favorite! read more

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It was a Monday night, our appt went longer than expected, and it was my son's birthday. Not sure what was still open at 8:30, we stopped at Magic's to check out the menu and decided to stay and dine. So glad we did. The food, service, and atmosphere was an amazing way to celebrate the day. My son enjoyed his seafood spread. The server was so kind and even covered his lava cake and crème brûlée which came with candles. Did not expect such great service for walking in 20 minutes before closing and on a Monday night. read more

Magics Beach Grill - Seafood Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

Went back to back days while hanging out at magic sands beach. Day one I did a snack the fruit bowl with acai and fresh blueberries, strawberries, and toasted coconut. Went back inside for afternoon happy hour. Appetizers 2$ off. Had Ono Cevice, grilled burger and fries, with a couple iced teas. Great place to sit & listen and watch waves crash and eat. Went back for Taco Tuesday today (3) for 13$ - had the Ono cooked to perfection along with an iced americano. Couldn't resist the coffee after smelling the fresh grounds. View exceptional, as well at The appetizers and staff. read more

Driving back to the airport and needed some food. As always, I took to Yelp. It never disappoints. Made a quick reservation for magics beach grill and headed that way. We pulled up and it was ON the beach. Parked in a parking lot across the street. It's populated, but not well seen or monitored, so don't leave anything out in your car for people to want to snatch. Walked across the street and were happily greeted at the front desk. Was shown right to our table outside on the patio. It rained off and on, but the canopy kept us dry. Sitting and listening to the waves crash against the wall right next to us was amazing. The menu was great. I came in for fish and chips but quickly changed to the pesto gnocchi with chicken, and I'm so glad I did. It was perfect. Chicken was cooked well and was tender, not dry. The pesto cream sauce was delicious. We got the brussel sprouts as a starter and they were some of the best I've ever had. My husband and got the fish tacos and loved them. Our server was kind and so helpful telling us things about the area and the restaurant/menu. Our waters never sat empty and he checked on us a few times. A wonderful spot right on the beach. We will absolutely be back if we find ourselves in the area again. read more

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Fun family friendly spot on the water for supper or drinks. We were impressed with the quality of food we received and the presentation. There is a smaller menu so check prior if you have food restrictions or picky eaters in the group! Staff was kind, area was clean, a little pricey for the sizes but the view on the water made it all worth it! read more

Magics Beach Grill - Seafood Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

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Great spot! Amazing waterfront views and spectacular food. Everything was full of flavor and super fresh. Would come back again and again just for the stunning ocean front dining. Food service was a bit on the slower side for us, so would not recommend for anyone in a rush after the beach but it was definitely worth the wait! read more

I come here for the Brussel sprouts! Soooooooo good. Nice view on the water. Portions a little small, so lacking value compared to the prices. read more

Wife loved the gluten free fish sticks and fries. They were clean so proceed with confidence celiacs! I had the Roasted chicken. The potatoes were do good! The chicken a tad dry just like other reviewers have stated. Overall great atmosphere and good food. Get a reservation and you'll be glad. Many people there before us waiting that watched us walk right in our table. read more

Fantastic place for sunset happy hour (get there before 5). Wonderful staff (thanks phaedra) and wonderful food Had the happy hour special maitai, Brussel sprouts, ono fish, and the ahi nachos 1st rate nyc quality and island vibe fantastic read more

Magics Beach Grill - From inside rest - Seafood Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

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Mindy was our waitress and did an amazing job. We showed up with just three people and this then grew to 6 people and then to 10!!! She handled everyone with care and great service. She was outstanding!! The very best in a very dynamic situation. read more

Monday night. 20 minute wait with reservations. Hostess couldn't estimate how long at all when asked. Yes it's on the water but wall prevents most of your view. Food was okay. But here's the thing. Outrageously overpriced. $32 for fish tacos with fries. One of the cheapest options. They were also super understaffed. One bartender for the whole place and hostess was having to bus tables. read more

I think this was by far my favorite lunch spot in Kona. It just hit the spot after landing from a 5 hour flight. Service 4/5 Food 5/5 Ambiance 4/5. Alots of space to sit inside or out. Portions were pretty good. The menu choice of fish does change depending on the catch fish of the day. read more

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Food and service were both amazing! We really appreciated our server Savanah's recommendations. She was spot on with the catch of the day. I definitely recommend a visit during your Kona stay and make it extra special by reserving a table in advance on the patio for a sunset view. read more

Magics Beach Grill - Amazing seafood. Today's catch was Monchong along with the Trio. Everything cooked to perfection. - Seafood Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

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I was by myself, so I sat at the bar, but the view was still pretty good. I ordered the kalbi ribs, which are a favorite of mine, and they were delicious. Ryan the bartender was very friendly and attentive. I will definitely be back. read more

Magics Beach Grill - View from the bar. - Seafood Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

The fish tacos are so good! It's a nice big piece of fish and a flavorful sauce on top. The shrimp tacos are pretty good too. The service was friendly and didn't take too long to make our tacos fresh. We sat outside so it was a little warm but there is shade and there's a nice view of the beach. read more

Magics Beach Grill - Fish taco and shrimp taco - Seafood Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

This is a solid 4, particularly for the view. Located on the south side of Kona, smack-dab on the ocean. Theres a nice beach right there, so you can watch the boogie boarders or just the gorgeous turquoise and white foam waves. There is ample seating on the patio, with plenty of shade. They even have tables where all 4 patrons face the ocean (why hasn't anyone else thought of that?!). Their prices are about the same as other restaurants. We ordered the fish and chips--the fish was FANTASTIC ono and the fries were disappointingly lukewarm. The coleslaw seemed to be made of iceburg lettuce, which was soggy. My mom got the Caesar salad with shrimp and it was fine, but the shrimp weren't very large for the price. My MIL got the spinach salad which was huge with plenty of bacon. read more

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I have eaten here before and swear I left a review... oh well. Great view. Quick to seat. Make reservations for busy times. Cocktails are on point. View of Magic sand beach is fun to watch. Opted for the fish ono tacos deep fried. Should have opted for grilled. Too much breading. Basically a fried fish for fish and chips plopped onto the volcano slaw. Their fries are zesty. A little too heavy on the zest. Husband did a surf and turf. Said the steak was too chewy. But in the past he has had the burger and enjoyed that. read more

Magics Beach Grill - Fried ono fish tacos and zesty fries - Seafood Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

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Our first stop in Kona coming in hungry from our 5 hour flight from California. This is what Kona is all about, scenic views and amazing local food. Fish was grilled perfectly and seasoned just to my liking. Pork nachos were tasty but lacked quantity for the pork. Service was quick and friendly. Great start to an amazing time here in Kona. read more

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Great food. Cool Oceanside views. Amazing staff and service. Accommodated our large party no problem. Highly recommended. read more

Most amazing dining experience! Beautiful view, great food, and service. Hannah was our server and super attentive and friendly. There was a south swell so we got to see big waves breaking on the rocks. I ordered the fish tacos with side salad. The fish was ono and Cajun style. It was very fresh and delicious!! read more

The VIEW is the number one reason to eat here, especially for an occasion like a birthday- and reason #2 = Hurricane Ulu!! This is their best dish so cocktails & split this with a friend & you're leaving ecstatic Everything else I've had here is ok but you wouldn't order it again- you can see from pic of fried rice dish that Ono looks sad and dried out- you can also order it with raw fish and they'll present that in a separate bowl but it's a slightly strange combo Fish & chips is also fine. But overall, in Kona, there isn't a ton of competition for special meals so this one is memorable for the view and the ulu We had a birthday this time and they offered a free dessert which is very nice gesture Staff is always friendly but never on point (no water refills, no offer of a second cocktail or more food, etc) but that's ok too read more

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We loved our lunch experience! View was stunning with high crashing waves. Pork nachos were moist with a delicious sauce. Ceviche was flavorful and both our portions were generous. The wait staff was friendly, prompt and efficient. I'd happily return; maybe next time for dinner! read more

Service was great! Quick! The vibe is awesome, music not too loud. Beach seating and inside seating. I had the famous fish and chips. Great flavor but a bit over cooked on edges. I would recommend making nugget sized pieces so it's not over cooked. The slaw was different, a bit spicy almost a hint of kimchi base??? Fries were crispy just the way I like it. The ulu appetizer was really good. read more

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Everyone raves about the fish and chips, but we had the special and it was delicious too. Super casual vibe, service was good, food was on point. PRO TIP: You can take the free bus and it drops you off right in front of Magic's Beach, a 2 minute walk from the restaurant. read more

Love this place and went here on every visit to Kona so far. Their drinks are really fun and pretty and their food is always tasty and great. My fav dish of theirs is definitely the comfort food of gnocchi. We have always had excellent service as well. read more

Magics Beach Grill - Fun drinks: kombucha, lavender butterfly pea tea lemonade, lilikoi and a whiskey - Seafood Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

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The tacos here are the best. I had the shrimp fish and a beef. All were amazing. The people working at the register were very friendly. The view of the ocean and surfers in also really cool. Wear a hat and bring sunblock. read more

Shout out to Yasir and Peggy for there excellent service and hospitality, the beer (Big Wave Golden Wave) (Magic's Jerk Buffalo) choices Yasir gave was great and the wings (Magic's Jerk Buffalo) was . The views of the beach were amazing too! read more

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We had an amazing dinner with one of the best waitstaff ever. His name Pete and he was very attentive to our needs and made great suggestions for us. Here's the part that upset us both. We request an outside table for our 6:30 reservation. The hostess said none were available. I said we could wait for outside table. Next thing I know we were given an inside table right were the waitstaff dump plates and next to an open window, not the same! While sitting at this table we watched 2 tops clearing and just sitting empty. We will always go to this restaurant but your hostess needs to be a little more attentive. read more