Essentials
Ohana Warehouse
83-5487 Mamalahoa HwyGrocer, liquor store, and so much more!
ChoiceMART
82-6066 Mamalahoa HwyLocal full grocer open 5 am - 10 pm.
Everything Else
Kona Community Hospital
79-1019 Haukapila StLocal hospital with 24 hour Emergency Services
Kona International Airport
73-200 Kupipi StOur Airport
Big Island Bees
82-1140 Meli RdArts & Culture
Across from Manago Hotel and Shaka Taco. Sundays 9 am - 2 pm
30 locals recommend
Pure Kona Green Market
82-6160 Mamalahoa HwyAcross from Manago Hotel and Shaka Taco. Sundays 9 am - 2 pm
Kokua Kailua Downtown Village Stroll
75-5677 Ali‘i Dr3rd Sunday of each month.
Sightseeing
Active volcano with glow of lava in the caldera after darkness
880 locals recommend
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Active volcano with glow of lava in the caldera after darkness
One of only two olivine beaches in the world. 45 minute hike in, 4 wheel drive needed, or catch a ride with the locals for a fee
148 locals recommend
Papakolea Green Sand Beach
One of only two olivine beaches in the world. 45 minute hike in, 4 wheel drive needed, or catch a ride with the locals for a fee
Ho'okena Beach Park
86-4322 Mamalahoa HwyMy most favored beach with black sand and fabulous snorkeling
45 minute hike or kayak across the bay for wonderful snorkeling and a chance to swim with resident dolphins
55 locals recommend
Captain James Cook Monument
45 minute hike or kayak across the bay for wonderful snorkeling and a chance to swim with resident dolphins
Pu'uhonua O Hōnaunau National Historical Park
State Highway 160Beautiful and sacred National Park
The original reason I moved here with beautiful coral beds and fishes
21 locals recommend
Two Step diving & snorkeling
The original reason I moved here with beautiful coral beds and fishes
St Benedict Catholic Church
84-5140 Painted Church RdLovely, historical, and beautiful grounds.
My favorite provider for the Manta Ray Snorkel, whale watching, and dolphin snorkel excursions. Phone direct to save online booking fees.
Wahine Charters Kona, Hawaii
74-381 Kealakehe ParkwayMy favorite provider for the Manta Ray Snorkel, whale watching, and dolphin snorkel excursions. Phone direct to save online booking fees.
Drinks & Nightlife
Sports bar, excellent full service dining, large and varied menu.
22 locals recommend
Korner Pocket Sports Bar & Grill
81-970 Halekii StreetSports bar, excellent full service dining, large and varied menu.
Food scene
Kaaloa's Super J's
83-5409 Mamalahoa HwyMost loved authentic Hawaiian menu.
Menehune Coffee Co
84-5227 Mamalahoa HwyOpens 6 am. Breakfast, lunch, packaged farm fresh coffee.
Honaunau Poke Shop
83-5308 Mamalahoa HighwayFantastic fresh poke loved by all!
The Coffee Shack
83-5799 Mamalahoa HwyEverything is wonderful here!
Big Jake's Island B-B-Q
83-5308 Mamalahoa HwyKeoki's South Kona Grindz
83-5315 Mamalahoa HwyLarge variety of creative pizza choices or design your own. Fresh cannolis to order!
25 locals recommend
Black Rock Pizza
82-6127 Hawaiʻi Belt RoadLarge variety of creative pizza choices or design your own. Fresh cannolis to order!
Shaka Tacoz
82-6167 Mamalahoa HighwayTotally Epic!
Large menu choices. Fried pork chops are the local favorite.
35 locals recommend
Manago Hotel Restaurant
82-6155 Hawaiʻi Belt RdLarge menu choices. Fried pork chops are the local favorite.
Keei Cafe
79-7511 Hawaiʻi Belt Rd5 Star menu. Cash only.
Gypsea Gelato
79-7491 Hawaiʻi Belt RdAddicting with fresh, creative local flavors
Fresh poke and many fresh cooked fish choices. Family pack is my favorite menu choice with very special pies for dessert.
12 locals recommend
Kona Grill House
75-1027 Halekii StFresh poke and many fresh cooked fish choices. Family pack is my favorite menu choice with very special pies for dessert.
McDonald's
75-5729 Kuakini HwyTeshima's Restaurant
79-7251 Hawaiʻi Belt RdLocal, historical, and favored Japanese menu.
Only available on Thursdays and typically sold out by 3 pm.
10 locals recommend
Randy's Huli Chicken and Ribs
79-7552 Hawaiʻi Belt RdOnly available on Thursdays and typically sold out by 3 pm.
Vegan fare including crêpes, bowls, wraps & salads are offered with smoothies in casual environs
Barefoot Zone
82-6066 Kuakini HwyVegan fare including crêpes, bowls, wraps & salads are offered with smoothies in casual environs
Hawaiian-inspired burgers/sandwiches, salads & plates with homemade hot sauce & a bright exterior.
38 locals recommend
Rebel Kitchen
79-7399 Hawaiʻi Belt RdHawaiian-inspired burgers/sandwiches, salads & plates with homemade hot sauce & a bright exterior.
Kaya's Kawanui Inc
79-7300 Hawaiʻi Belt RdOpens at 5:30 am
Hong Kong Chop Suey
82-6066 Mamalahoa HwyBelow Choice Mart
Below Choice Mart. They were even open one New Years Eve!
7 locals recommend
Junjira Fresh Thai Kitchen
82-6066 Mamalahoa HwyBelow Choice Mart. They were even open one New Years Eve!