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Brewery, American Restaurant, and Bar$$$$
Kailua-Kona
The Italian food at Kona Brewing Co. & Brewpub is a can't miss
"The Kona Crab Dip is the best I've ever had!"(13 Tips)
"Awesome fish tacos (pairs perfectly with the Wailua Wheat Ale)."(9 Tips)
"The Black Sand Porter is the best if you’re a dark beer fan!"(5 Tips)
"... black sand porter and koko brown- candy bar in a pint glass- fantastic"(5 Tips)
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Adam StallmanSeptember 23, 2015One of my favorite breweries... Food is good here and they try to use local ingredients, but what is best is they serve many beers that they only make available in Hawaii. Like Lavaman Red Ale.
Constance DuongNovember 18, 2013Slow on Sundays during football season until 5pm when they have live music. Get their beer of the week for $3.75/pint! Also check out the free tours at 10:30am and 3pm - get there early to sign up.
Auntie TApril 1, 2016Take the brewery tour & sample at the end. The food was super fresh & tasty. They use the spent grain from brewing to make all the dough; what they can't use they give away to local farmers for free.
Danielle .August 24, 2015Bangers and mash and turkey pesto were delicious but no pictures because it was gone too fast. And of course the beers are great too. They do offer beer pairings with many of the dishes.
Casey AndersonNovember 1, 2018The original Kona Brewing company brewery. Grab lunch or dinner, with gourmet pizzas and sandwiches. Drink a specialty brew only offered here. Later, pick up Kona Brewing merchandise as a souvenir.
Brian SherrerJuly 8, 2016We stopped in before our flight home from our honeymoon. We shared a pizza and the fish tacos. Beers were had and it was a great atmosphere to spend out last few hours. Wouldn't change a thing!- DoubleDeuceJanuary 23, 2019A great spot to stop for a beer. It's ridiculous trying to get in here, so consult your map app before trying to eyeball the route in.
CrystalJuly 2, 2011Get your beer and pizza fix here. Ask for the seasonal brews - the ginger and lemongrass infused beer was fantastic. The Puna Pie rocked with large chunks of roasted garlic and smoked mozzarella.
Don't bother with the other entrees - just get a salad and pizza. They're all good, but my go-tos are Kohala, Kau Pesto and Puna Pie. Don't forget the beer!
Fun, nice atmosphere, great beer and food! I like the wings, and all the beers are great. Get a flight or go exotic. Nothing much gluten free except salads, though
Gordon RobertsonMarch 7, 2014Even on a rainy dreary day, it's great. Servers cheerful and helpful. Food was delicious. Had the BBQ Chic sandwich, wife the Shrimp sandwich. Fantastic chips. Get the beer sampler. Heck, get two.
Whit MaullApril 30, 2015The tour is a steal. $5 for 4 beer samples, a souvenir glass, and a lot of knowledge. The restaurant also serves amazing food.
CarolineDecember 8, 2016Stopped over at Kona Pub & Brewery. Had a delicious Pizza and a Hanalei IPA beer. Great service. Highly recommend this place with aloha flair. Try it out for yourself.
Matt SprolesSeptember 11, 2015Please, if you like pepperoni, peppers and a little spice, do yourself a favor and get the Pepperoni Ali'i! Oh and try as many of their beers as you can, I couldn't find one I didn't like!!
CarmenAugust 13, 2018Sadly, the Cubano is not on the menu anymore but the sliders totally make up for it. The terrace rocks, and on Sunday after 5 PM it literally rocks
Melinda McCulloughNovember 24, 2016Quite possibly the best Poke' I have ever had! The beer with a hint of passion fruit is light crips and so smooth!
Kat 🐱May 30, 2019Delicious Ahi Poke! I got a sampler for the beer - I enjoyed Koko Brown and Pipeline Porter a lot. But unfortunately the Kanaha Blonde was too watery, and the Wailua Wheat has an unpleasant taste.
MariLou HarvelandFebruary 12, 2018Oh, man, the beer! Frickin' fantastic! The long wait is my only complaint. Everything else was top-notch. Great food, excellent service, and did I mention the beer?!!?
Joe StainbrookOctober 11, 2014If you're alone, just head to the bar, find a seat, and talk to locals, visitors, and staff. Great place to get to know people and have good food and beer!
Kenan FarrellMarch 21, 2017Big beer selection, you'll definitely find something you'll want. The place is always packed. Pricey but hey you're on vacation, so enjoy.
Meg FarmerOctober 7, 2014Pretty close to the airport, we grabbed a tasting flight and some lunch. Perfect way to relax into your arrival at the big island. Lots of outdoor seating.
Josh JonesMay 29, 2017Best value around, big portions of amazing food at affordable prices. Get the nachos and any pizza, you won't be disappointed.
Steve JMarch 21, 2012If you get a pizza I recommend getting the spicy marinara sauce that comes on the pele pizza either on the pizza or on the side it's great!! Wash it down with a fire Rock pale ale to add to make epic.
EceDecember 13, 2016I love this place! Everything is so tasty! Wailua wheat is my fav beer. Pizza and nachos are also highly recommended!
Heather NorthMay 15, 2015the kalua pork pizza was amazing! I recommend trying one of the beers you can't get in a bottle back home, like the black sands porter.
Richard PengSeptember 15, 2022The Garden pizza is amazing! So are the nachos which are huge and deliciously toasted
Damian BayonaFebruary 17, 2017Get a flight to try all the beers not sold on the mainland. Recommend splitting a pizza with your ohana and pals. Expect a wait for dinner
Anna DackiewiczNovember 2, 2015One of few fancy places for dinner, great food, possibility of beer tasking (9$ for 4 small glasses of your choice). Waiting list to get there.- Penelope LouiseNovember 16, 2017The Black Sand Porter is the best if you’re a dark beer fan! Also the pork tacos are delicious.
Jeanine CarrOctober 21, 2019Definitely take the tour if you have the chance. The staff are super knowledgeable.
Nick FruendtAugust 23, 2020Fantastic place for brews! You can get a table outside or come inside and drink at the bar.
Suzanne NowickiJuly 23, 2013Loved the $9 slice and salad option on the menu. $9 beer sampler was great. Live music and a great time. Could have spent all afternoon here :)
Spencer SorrellMay 21, 2015Try the shrimp melt or Chipotle Chorizo Queso- you won't be disappointed either way! Wash anything down with a brewski of course!- Todd SApril 8, 2019The Chocolate Macadamia Nut Stout was delicious with the Porterhouse Dip and pepperoni pizza.
Max KMarch 19, 2017Your favorite Kona beers will taste different here because this is one of the few (only?) spots to get Kona beer brewed on the island rather than the mainland.
T TSeptember 14, 2012Best nachos I've ever had! And I love that you can create your own pizzas with such a big variety of toppings!
まっふぃSeptember 15, 2015Guacamole dip tastes GREAT. Best one I ever had in restaurants. Cannot stop ordering another pint :)
Rebecca LingJuly 31, 2017Great atmosphere and friendly service. Shrimp sandwich and Imu pork sandwich were delicious. Beer was excellent.
PeregrinatorNovember 12, 2013Great pub style food with many ingredients that feature their beer. Great beer - get a couple samplers and well sample it!
Try a flight of their beers. Everything I have tried here had been great, but my new favorite is the Lava Man Red Ale,
RCAugust 27, 2017The kohala special Wednesday pizza is great. Try the mango Saison. Amole seating and nice outdoor area.
Mary ArcherJanuary 11, 2012Sundays, music at 5.Very cool tour guide on Sundays... a lady, tattoos, breaks the rules... fun stories and generous with samples. : )Free gift, bring in Tourist pamphlet, get big sticker logo.
Preferred TravelerDecember 22, 2013Craft beers and beautiful Hawaii, what else do you need to know. Two words: Liquid Aloha.
Richard BowersAugust 30, 2014Tours twice daily, make reservations, including tastings of four drinks if their choice and a souvenier glass.
Pizza is amazing. Beer is too. If you are on the big island, just keep coming back to this place.
Kim HandyAugust 23, 2013Mauna Loa spinach salad with chicken is terrific. Gluten free choice and they offer 2 gluten free beers by Omission. What a treat.
Kristen SackleyNovember 5, 2012Possibly beat pizza I've ever had- and I'm from Chicago. Loved the lemongrass beer, great live music on Sunday nights.
angel melsJune 9, 2010Joined the brewing tour, the guide will explain anything bout Kona beer brewing and enjoy the beer tasting. My fave: Longboard + blackened tuna sashimi + pizza (the dough made from the beer yeast)
Shoaib HaroonJanuary 15, 2018Pepperoni rolls are amazing. You can get food to go if you don't want to wait forever for a table.
Mark J.February 2, 2015Best beer in the state. Any and all of it. The Lavaman and the Longboard are amazing in particular.
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Kona Brewing Co. & Brewpub
75-5629 Kuakini Hwy (at Palani Rd)
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
United States
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
United States
Closed until 11:00 AM tomorrow (Show more)
- Mon–Thu, Sun
- 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
(808) 334-2739
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Outdoor Seating
Yes
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