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    KillerTacos

    3.9 (409 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Closed 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    KILLERTACOS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Is this a taco? It was at Killer Tacos
    Mike Z.

    I wanted a little bite while I was in Kona waiting for my partner fly in. I was really early so I happened upon this place. Parking is limited but I found a spot on the far end of the lot. The interior is very unassuming and sparse. Honestly, it doesn't matter one way or the other I just wanted to put that out there. I ordered the spicy ground beef soft taco. Oh, and if you want a hardshell taco, that's an extra $.50! That's crazy I added cheese to my taco and that was an extra charge.. Nothing spicy about the ground beef. I think all the good reviews about the food here come from people used to Del taco and Taco Bell. Don't get me wrong on that, however, if you're looking for an authentic Mexican taco skip this place! If you're hungry for some slightly below average Mexican food, You'll be fine here. I thought four dollars is a little expensive for a taco. It doesn't even look like a taco but rather looks like a mini burrito. The Good: Good for a quick bite. Nothing else to write home about. The Bad: parking can be challenging. No atmosphere. Chances I'll be back: probably not. Not for any particular reason other there are much better places out there for Mexican food, even on the Kona side.

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    Lo Z.

    For having Mexican on the island it's pretty good. Mushy rice and garlic overloaded salsa that wasn't spicy enough for my liking. This place reminds of chipotle. Good enough service and clean establishment. I had the fish taco and a burrito to go (saved to eat while waiting for my flight). The burrito held up good and the tortilla'l didn't tear-I appreciate that detail.

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    Sydni K.

    Killer Tacos is our go to place for lunch, and I just discovered I could place an online order. The online order system was weird, and it was going to make me wait 40 minutes to pick up an order of three burritos. I didn't really want to wait, so I just went to the store and waited in line with everyone else and told the worker that I had an online order. She was extremely rude about me picking up my order early and told me that I should call to tell them I'm coming soon. I waited in line with everyone else, which was basically like me ordering in person, so I don't get why she was rude about the order. Aside from the service, the food is always filling and tasty. I got the veggie burrito on the tomato basil wrap. The burrito is so heavy, and almost always lasts me two meals. I'm also very happy that they have the aguas frescas drinks! This is the most refreshing drink out there!

    Rice black bean and cheese burrito, ingredients seasoned well and yummy tortilla
    Kaitlin K.

    If you have ever eaten at a taco Del Mar, this is Hawaii's version. Like to a freaking T, even same menu design so maybe it is actually owned by taco Del Mar corporation.. wow the great mysteries of life All in all it's not authentic Mexican but let me explain why KillerTacos deserves 5 stars.... Just like taco Del Mar, they are assembly line based, prepared in front of you and fresh. Very quick service and consistent, quality ingredients. Great on the go alternative to fast food and good option for Mexican food on the island since were seriously lacking. BEST thing about KillerTacos was the staff, every single employee was pleasantly sweet and seemed like they were genuinely happy working there excellent service and smiles ladies thank you! Bottom line - "let them roll you a fatty"

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    19 days ago

    I mistakenly went here looking for the fish tacos from Shaka Tacos and the difference is stark.

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    Amazing food, great prices and quick, friendly service. A hidden gem of Kona - great post-beach lunch!

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    2 months ago

    Tacos were so good. Wish we would have found it when we first got to Kona not on last day hard shell tacos amazing. Service was awesome too

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    3 months ago

    The tacos were absolutely delicious!! The crunchy shell was very surprising in how good it was! Will be back for sure.

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    Great Mexican food. Thank you for good customer service. Longboard burrito is my go-to.

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    2 years ago

    Killer tacos has really good food, always nice. thank you guys. love the cookies too

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    2 years ago

    The fish burrito was bomb!! Food came quick will definitely stop by every time I visit the big island!

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    Awesome kalua tacos at a reasonable price. We will go to the Haleiwa location when we are on Oahu as well.

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    Pancho & Lefty's Cantina and Restaurante

    3.1
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    We love Mexican food and decided to give Pancho & Lefty's for dinner. It was a great experience all…read morethe way around. We had an excellent server who was very friendly. The chips and salsa were really good- although the salsa looked like it might not be very flavorful- but it was really good. Not as spicy as some might like but def more flavor than some. The food was excellent and we finished the meal with a piece of their mud pie. We've tried mud pie at a few other restaurants on the island but this one was the best by far. All in all this was a great experience and we will be back.

    TLDR: Recommended for people that want to control their calories because the food doesn't inspire…read moreyou. Everything was OK, but not good or great. The place is clean enough and we we seated quickly, but that was about the end of what I feel they did well. The wait staff was efficient though not friendly in a manner that we've come to expect of the big island. We asked for a sample taste of the Chili Verde, but were denied. I probably would have ordered the Chili Verde, but I am particular about what I think is great Chili Verde and they seemed afraid to let us try it. I've never had that experience at a restaurant before and should have taken it as a sign to go somewhere else. The rest of our food was OK. It didn't taste bad, but it was bland to unappetizing. Our table had a chili relleno, burrito, tamales, and a taco/enchilada combo. None of us finished our plates because the food was...not great. There are so many great options along that strip in Kona...just keep walking and you'll find a better option.

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    Al pastor taco plate with borracho beans and rice
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    Califas Mexican Food

    4.6
    (39 reviews)
    0.4 mi

    Always delicious Nice menu for burritos and taco and…read morequesadillas Really nice taco salad Shrimp taco w Yummy mango salsa Can't go wrong w quick service Was suggested by a friend No wonder friendly service! Homemade taste! Little picnic tables

    So I've seen their signs and seen them online, but never made my way over to try them out!! That…read morechanged today! I needed something from Home Depot and they are located right in the parking lot! I ordered 2 asada and one quesabirria tacos. I asked for their hottest hot sauce, which I was told was the red sauce. The order didn't take too long to come out. Again this was an advanced food truck with a remote buzzer to let you know when your food is ready! I guess I'm used to the old school roach coaches where they just yell at you when your order is ready! My overall impression was that the flavors were a little on the bland side, but overall very good. The quesabirria taco was crispy on the outside and with soft melty cheese and moist tender meat on the inside. Adding their not so hot red sauce gave it much more flavor, but it could have used a little more heat in my opinion. Could have also been helped if it came with the consume. My fault, I forgot to order it, but for an extra $3, not sure it would have made that much of a difference. I was very impressed with the little asada tacos. Pretty small, but packed with meat and more flavorful than the quesabirria. Maybe because these came with salsa already applied! That may be the reason. Either way, pretty darn good show for a Hawaiian Mexican experience. I'd do it again. Probably get 3 or 4 asada tacos next time.

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    Los Habaneros

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    3.5
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    5.6 mi
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    This was my first time eating here, and I can confidently say it won't be my last!…read more From the moment I walked in, I was greeted by Kayla at the register. I was completely overwhelmed (in the best way!) by all the delicious-looking menu options and had no idea what to order. She was so patient, kind, and genuinely helpful. She recommended the chicken enchiladas with both the green and red sauce so I could try each one and figure out which I liked best. It was the perfect recommendation! I was also surprised by how quickly the food came out, especially since there were a few people ahead of me. When I got my plate, I couldn't believe the portion size--it was HUGE! Every bite was absolutely delicious. Both sauces were amazing, but the green sauce was definitely my favorite. And the margarita? So refreshing and delicious! One of my favorite parts of the experience was chatting with some of the regulars, who told me the owner is the chef and that he, his wife, and their kids have been running this family business for years. I love supporting local, family-owned restaurants, and after hearing their story, it made the experience even more special. Amazing food, generous portions, outstanding customer service, and a welcoming family atmosphere. I already can't wait to come back and work my way through the rest of the menu. This place definitely earned a loyal customer!

    I have been looking for a good Mexican food so I thought to try this place so we got the carne…read moreasada and carnitas burritos. There were too much beans in them but the meat were good. I will try their tacos next time.

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    Kai Eats + Drinks

    Kai Eats + Drinks

    4.3
    (735 reviews)
    0.9 mi
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    Amazing GF Garlic Shripm with GF bread. OMG. IYKYK…read more The service was fantastic and the staff was flexible and has great recommendations. Perfect sunset Mai tai.

    We really enjoyed our experience at Kai's Eats + Drinks. When we arrived, the hostess greeted us…read morewarmly and seated us at a corner table below the bar with a beautiful view overlooking the bay. The menu isn't huge, but it offered several dishes that appealed to us. When our server came to take our order, we asked if we could order happy hour drinks since it was still happy hour. We were told that happy hour pricing is only available if you're seated at the bar. We had the option of staying at our table and paying regular price for drinks or moving to the bar to receive the happy hour pricing. We chose to move to the bar. While we gave up some of the privacy of the table, the view was just as beautiful. My wife and I shared the Caesar salad and the Spaghetti Bolognese with burrata, and both were excellent. The Caesar salad was fresh, crisp, and flavorful. The spaghetti was cooked perfectly, the sauce tasted fresh with quality tomatoes, and the burrata was a great addition. We also enjoyed happy hour mojitos, which were refreshing and very well made. In fact, we enjoyed the restaurant enough that we returned the following day. Since it wasn't happy hour and we weren't ordering drinks, we chose to sit at a table and had another great meal. Overall, Kai's Eats + Drinks offers great food, excellent cocktails, and beautiful bay views. The only surprise was that happy hour drink pricing is limited to bar seating, but once we knew that, it wasn't a big issue. We'd definitely recommend it and would happily dine here again.

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    The view
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    KillerTacos - mexican - Updated August 2026

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