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Kona Brewing Co. & Brewpub

Brewery, American Restaurant, and Bar$$$$

Kailua-Kona

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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, 2015
One 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.
Upvoted Mar 26
Constance DuongNovember 18, 2013
Slow 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, 2016
Take 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, 2015
Bangers 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.
Brodie OlmsteadDecember 10, 2016
Been here 10+ times
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!
Casey AndersonNovember 1, 2018
The 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.
DoubleDeuceJanuary 23, 2019
A 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.
Gordon RobertsonMarch 7, 2014
Even 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.
CrystalJuly 2, 2011
Get 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.
Whit MaullApril 30, 2015
The tour is a steal. $5 for 4 beer samples, a souvenir glass, and a lot of knowledge. The restaurant also serves amazing food.
BrookeFebruary 26, 2017
Been here 5+ times
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
CarolineDecember 8, 2016
Stopped 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, 2015
Please, 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!!
MariLou HarvelandFebruary 12, 2018
Oh, 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?!!?
Brian SherrerJuly 8, 2016
We 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!
Kat 🐱May 30, 2019
Delicious 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.
Joe StainbrookOctober 11, 2014
If 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!
Steve JMarch 21, 2012
If 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.
Max KMarch 19, 2017
Your 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.
Damian BayonaFebruary 17, 2017
Get 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
Heather NorthMay 15, 2015
the 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.
Anna DackiewiczNovember 2, 2015
One 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.
Josh JonesMay 29, 2017
Best value around, big portions of amazing food at affordable prices. Get the nachos and any pizza, you won't be disappointed.
Meg FarmerOctober 7, 2014
Pretty 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.
まっふぃSeptember 15, 2015
Guacamole dip tastes GREAT. Best one I ever had in restaurants. Cannot stop ordering another pint :)
Richard PengSeptember 15, 2022
The Garden pizza is amazing! So are the nachos which are huge and deliciously toasted
Jeanine CarrOctober 21, 2019
Definitely take the tour if you have the chance. The staff are super knowledgeable.
Kenan FarrellMarch 21, 2017
Big beer selection, you'll definitely find something you'll want. The place is always packed. Pricey but hey you're on vacation, so enjoy.
Spencer SorrellMay 21, 2015
Try the shrimp melt or Chipotle Chorizo Queso- you won't be disappointed either way! Wash anything down with a brewski of course!
EceDecember 13, 2016
I love this place! Everything is so tasty! Wailua wheat is my fav beer. Pizza and nachos are also highly recommended!
Penelope LouiseNovember 16, 2017
The Black Sand Porter is the best if you’re a dark beer fan! Also the pork tacos are delicious.
Suzanne NowickiJuly 23, 2013
Loved 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 :)
Melinda McCulloughNovember 24, 2016
Quite possibly the best Poke' I have ever had! The beer with a hint of passion fruit is light crips and so smooth!
Richard BowersAugust 30, 2014
Tours twice daily, make reservations, including tastings of four drinks if their choice and a souvenier glass.
Todd SApril 8, 2019
The Chocolate Macadamia Nut Stout was delicious with the Porterhouse Dip and pepperoni pizza.
T TSeptember 14, 2012
Best nachos I've ever had! And I love that you can create your own pizzas with such a big variety of toppings!
Sandi BaumanDecember 24, 2015
Pizza is fantastic... Will be back. Cross your fingers and pray that you get waitress Valerie- she totally makes up for the hour wait.
PeregrinatorNovember 12, 2013
Great pub style food with many ingredients that feature their beer. Great beer - get a couple samplers and well sample it!
Shoaib HaroonJanuary 15, 2018
Pepperoni rolls are amazing. You can get food to go if you don't want to wait forever for a table.
Steve StigallMay 7, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Try a flight of their beers. Everything I have tried here had been great, but my new favorite is the Lava Man Red Ale,
Kim HandyAugust 23, 2013
Mauna Loa spinach salad with chicken is terrific. Gluten free choice and they offer 2 gluten free beers by Omission. What a treat.
RCAugust 27, 2017
The kohala special Wednesday pizza is great. Try the mango Saison. Amole seating and nice outdoor area.
Preferred TravelerDecember 22, 2013
Craft beers and beautiful Hawaii, what else do you need to know. Two words: Liquid Aloha.
Hailey McEntyreDecember 13, 2012
The shrimp melt was great! Also, try the pepperoni pizza rolls as an appetizer. So good!
Rebecca LingJuly 31, 2017
Great atmosphere and friendly service. Shrimp sandwich and Imu pork sandwich were delicious. Beer was excellent.
Lisa TaylorOctober 22, 2017
Beef sandwich with au jus sauce best. Guacamole and chips not so great. Had spicey over ripe flavor with green onions and tomatoes in it. Chips bit hard. Fish tacos okay, fish lacked seasoning
Tony PMarch 18, 2019
Been here 10+ times
Pizza is amazing. Beer is too. If you are on the big island, just keep coming back to this place.
Simone BennettJanuary 4, 2013
Wailua Wheat, usually a summer seasonal beer, is on tap here during the winter! My fav & goes great w/ Thai Chicken Pizza!
Thomas ColtonSeptember 4, 2013
Fun place to grab some lunch. Super touristy, but what would you expect? Try the beer sampler and get some styles that aren't for sale anywhere else
Kristen SackleyNovember 5, 2012
Possibly beat pizza I've ever had- and I'm from Chicago. Loved the lemongrass beer, great live music on Sunday nights.

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