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K.O. Pizza

4.8 (42 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Updated 3 weeks ago

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Dogs allowed
Happy hour specials
Outdoor seating

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Mary Y.

Oops, could not wait Started into our mouth watering pie before taking a picture 5 STARS All Around Mahalo

Nancy B.

Great place to stop for a bite when driving thru Hawi. Right on the hyghway. Friendly, fun atmosphere. Nice outside eating area. Inside available too. We had a slice of Pizza and it was just baked and delicious!

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Andrea A.

Really enjoyed the new spot in Hawi where we could have our pizza and garlic knots fresh. The food was delicious and the service was great. We ordered a slice with truffle oil drizzle and before we knew it was missing the lady that took our order was letting us know a new slice was coming as we ordered it. The caesar and garlic knots were good too.

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Reviews are largely positive. People highlight the authentic NY-style pizza, friendly staff, and an inviting atmosphere.

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Love poke and other grindz, but legit NY style pizza from cool people. Tough to beat

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Great people, very good pies, unique specials. Love the ability to call in and pick up on my way home.

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4 months ago

Cute place with great pizza choices, I would definitely recommend giving it a try when you're on this side of the island

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7 months ago

The pizza was amazing and well worth the money/ drive! I would highly recommend stopping by.

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Pizza was hot a crispy! Decent flavor, and fast service. The cost is a bit high for what you get but hey it's Hawai'i

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2 years ago

Highly recommend!! Service is amazing and food is delicious! The hot honey is perfect and they have beef pepperoni.

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2 years ago

Great pizza, good authentic choice of toppings. Huge pie, so we now buy it by the slice.

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Incredible thin crust pizza. We got the margarita pie and it was perfection. Don't skip it :)

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1 year ago

Great pizza! Thin crust just how I like it.. also the place has great vibe to it, loud music and a nice garden area!

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They import their dough from New York City and you can taste it! Legit New York pizza on the big island. Do not miss this pizza!

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They have the best pizza around - I am a native New Yorker and this pizza is the real deal!

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