Kona was on my bucket list for Oahu stops to make on my vacation. The drive there was amazing taking the scenic route from climb works zip lines. Got there one hour before closing. Beer was amazing being fresh from the tap. Our waitress was OK. She was friendly, but there was a more than a few times she passed me with my beer being empty. The night didn't seem busy at all. The most disappointing aspect around 20 minutes to closing,waiting at the merch stand for 10 minutes without anyone asking me if I need help. After asking for help , an employee looked around clueless and said they must be closed. read more

If you like beer, you will like it here! Awesome vibes and great drinks. The food is good but the beer is where it's at! Also if you wear merch on Tuesdays you get happy hour deals. read more

Horrible service and food we waited over a hour for our food and hardly anyone there. Waitress was rude! read more

Stopped by for a beer after a nearby hike & had great visit! Our server Alex was awesome! Very attentive & had some great recommendations. Family friendly environment while still being a cool place to stop by with a group of friends. Will update review when we come back for food. PLEASE BRING BACK THE CUCUMBER KOLSCH read more

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If you like sampling beers and love beer, this place is for you. All outdoor sittings so make sure to go on a breezy day. Our server C**** was awesome and fun. Very accommodating. We sampled about a dozen beer I think. Also tried their pizza and taro buns sliders. They make their own pizza using beer. So good and not greasy at all. read more

Kona Brewing - Brewpubs Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

It's good. Not spectacular. Average. Great scene and setting. It's nice to gather large people here and sit and drink. Food is actually a decent price. Service is decent. read more

Food was filling and good. I opted to taste Loco Moco to know what they're raving about. To me, it was ok. The serving can be good for two. I couldn't finish was it. The macaroni was salty My husband had the flatbread almost like a Hawaiian pizza. It was okay too. Not a fan of ham so, I took off the ham. Service was good and quick. Our server was friendly. Ambiance, it's a bar so, a little loud at times. read more

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The ambiance here is really wonderful with breezy outdoor seating covered by screens. There isn't much protection for rain unfortunately. Very popular spot and we had to wait a bit to be seated. Our server was extremely nice. Food selection was actually very minimal with only 3 sandwiches. The burger variety was pretty decent. The burger itself was very average with a well done patty because it was so thin. It comes with a selection of sides, but none of them are fries! We selected the chips. They were not as generous as we were expecting or hoping. Recommend the lemongrass luau as a light beer! read more

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We have always enjoyed Kona Brewing at the original Kona location and in Hawaii Kai. The food is solid as are the beers. If it wasn't for the rude hostess to whom we were very pleasant it would have been great! As we waited the 30 min for our table, we watched her be outright rude to every....single... person, both local and visitor. That is not how anyone deserves to be treated nor how anyone should act toward another. She was the actual epitome of who not to have as the front person. Why she is the very first person the company chooses to "greet" everyone is beyond me. We were there for lunch on 5/9/26 read more

Four of us stopped in for lunch. It was the first time we've been there. Everything on Oahu is open air and Kona brewing Company is no exception, the ambience was lovely. We sat out overlooking the water. They had a wide variety of Kona beers. The food was delicious. Our friend had the jalapeño popper pizza. It was delicious. The wife and I split the fish tacos. they were also very good and our other friend had the Aji tuna salad. It was huge. The service was top-notch however, we did have to wait for about 15 minutes for a table, but it was well worth it, if we're ever in Oahu again will definitely go back. read more

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Probably the best bartender ever he was so kind . Fast and efficient. We had a fabulous time talking to him while having our drink. He greet other guest so kind and welcoming we stay on Gate A2 super beneficial to us read more

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While waiting for our flight back home we stopped by to grab a drink and this was a good location. We ordered a local beer. Service was good read more

Kona Brewing - Brewpubs Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I ordered all the Back Yard Batch, which are single batch beers.  I specifically ordered these because Kona Brewing has a great commercial presence all over the US and these are some I have never had, nor are they available outside of Kona. THE BEER: SLAM Dunkelweizen 4.7% ABV... OMG... so crushable. This is an all day easy drinking beer. Banana, check, clove, check, lite lemon, check, delicious, check, check. Steam Vent Lager 5.7% ABV... this is an easy drinking Lager, slightly hoppy Dad Joke IPA 6.3% ABV... a little grapefruity, West coast kinda, but there is some sweetness Lil Bae Bae IPA 5.3% ABV... Lil Bae Bae has a bite.  Mellows out after the first sip. Bay Runner Imperial IPA 10.4% ABV... fruity, slightly hoppy, but not overpowering Lea, our bar keep was awesome! There is food here, fresh baked pizza and sandwiches. There are geckos on the bar, on the floor and all through the brewery.  The staff I was told, call themselves geckos. If you like good craft beer, this is a great place to visit while in Kona. read more

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Kona Brewing at Gate E6 is an absolute gem for travelers looking to kick off (or cap off) their time in Hawaii with a taste of the islands! I stumbled upon this spot during a layover, and it turned out to be the highlight of my airport experience. First off--the beer! Kona Brewing's craft beers are legendary, and having a fresh, cold Big Wave or Longboard Lager while waiting for a flight? Priceless. The selection is fantastic, and they serve everything perfectly chilled. It's like a mini tropical getaway right in the terminal. The food? Equally impressive. They offer hot grab-n-go dishes, including the iconic Spam Musubi, which was a delightful and flavorful bite of Hawaii. It's freshly made, warm, and hits all the right notes. Who knew airport food could be so comforting and authentic? They also have other island-inspired dishes that are perfect for a quick, satisfying meal. The vibe here is relaxed and friendly, with service that genuinely embodies the aloha spirit. The staff was welcoming and efficient, making the whole experience feel like a mini-vacation. Whether you're looking to unwind before a flight or savor one last taste of Hawaii, this spot has you covered. Don't miss Kona Brewing if you're passing through Gate E6. Great beer, delicious food, and a little slice of paradise at 30,000 feet. Highly recommend! read more

Kona Brewing - Brewpubs Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Unfortunately this spot has gone way down hill. Menu is pretty limited, Pizzas now basically look and taste like a cheap frozen one. The "roasted" wings seemed liked they were boiled, no color or texture. Beer is still really good, but the food is definitely not worth it read more

Shout out to our waiter Chris!!!! We had the best time and all the recommendations were so good! Mahalo!

This was truly the happiest meal we had during our trip to Hawaii. The beer was amazing, every dish was full of flavor, and even the kids' menu was great. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, making it perfect for both adults and children. We left feeling full, satisfied, and very happy. read more

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On my first mainland trip in a very long time, I started my vacation with a pre-flight beer at Kona Brewing's bar in the new terminal. It sits near the entrance from security, you can't miss it. The bar area has dedicated tables in ropes, all alcohol has to stay inside. They offer four Kona Brewing drafts as well as hard liquor and mixed drinks. Of course prices are high- this is in the airport. My draft beer was $12.55, but it thankfully did come in a large cup and was filled almost to the top. They use plastic here, most likely due to the small footprint with having to wash glassware. The bartender Tony was friendly and personable, quick to serve both inside the bar and out at the tables. Discussion with travelers was lively - this is a fun place to wait. read more

After seven days on the islands and drinking my weight in mai tais we found this little oasis. The bartender was cool and relaxed. Enforcing the people limit gor his area. Honolulu had very strict covid card enforcement and masks. The bartender had made a vodka concoction of his own with passion, orange, cranberry and a couple others. He made this up for a change up. Boy was it good and very refreshing! read more

Kona Brewing - a drink in a plastic cup on a table - Brewpubs Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I say its a 4/5 just because im not the biggest fan of their beer...but their food was good for a brewry and our server took excellent care of us!So when you're hungry and want decent food, service, and ambience, I feel that kona brewing is a good choice. Family of 5 with small kids so yeah, very important to have good food and service :-) read more

We loved the food, beers, service, and wonderful view on the water. We ubered here and didn't realize how far out it was but it was great to come and see this part of the island and enjoy these great beers! read more

The location was on the water and pretty close to Hanauma Bay, a really great restaurant. The food was really good and our friends thought the food was so good he would uber eats food from there to our hotel. The service was only about 3.5 stars. The burgers were amazing! read more

Great place to eat and hang out at the harbor. Their new seltzer is pretty tasty on blood orange. The busing service is excellent too! The guy with the long beard is epic. Definitely gives off good vibes. read more

Out of fish and chicken....even though "fresh catch" is advertised on the reader board when you walk in. What restaurant runs out of two main dinner items? Other food we had was ok, not great. read more

While I like going there to meet friends, I had an interesting experience. We asked for the bill (sat at the bar) and my husband closed it out. After a few minutes the bartender came up to me and asked if the service was alright or if anything was wrong. I said no, it was fine. She then said "oh because your husband only tipped 16%." I was shocked. Twenty percent should not be expected. I polled all my friends and they were in disbelief. So we gave her $20 and when he ordered another round he gave her 100% tip. Yeah highly unlikely we'll be back. My friends said they're not going either if that's her expectation. What the AF? read more

Stopped over during a multiple delays w @HawaiianAir at HNL airport. The service was fast, our server was awesome. Good amount of ahi on appetizer. Highly recommend if you a place to hang out between flights. read more

Kona Brewing - Poke appetizer at Terminal 1 HNL - Brewpubs Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Spectacular atmosphere, excellent service and the food was great with very reasonable prices considering the location ! Absolutely would recommend checking this place out. Lots of fun. read more

I wouldn't have given a single star for this one, but the app requires a rate. As a "regular" at this restaurant, eating two and sometimes four meals per week, my recent dinner was not the great experience I am accustomed to. The servers are excellent, they always take a few minutes to chat, they know us on a first name basis, they know our usual meal items, they know our favorite beers. I would consider this to be ohana. Too many changes took place overnight. The large caeser salad that used to feed four to five people at the $20 dollar price is barely a two-person portion, yet the price remained the same. The salad had no dressing, had very little Parmesan cheese, and the goofy looking bowl it came in was ridiculous. The pizza size decreased and the price increased, with only four pizzas on the menu now. Thankfully the poke didn't change except for a price increase. The quality and quantity of food is not what it used to be. One more thing-the TV placement in the bar is terrible, the fan is blocking the view, the blades cause a flashing effect. Kona Brewery is now not a favorite of mine, all these changes are not for the betterment of the locals, the kama'aina. read more

I decided to dine in for lunch to try the Hawaii Kai Pub menu since I was here. Lunch just opened at 11am, so it wasn't too busy when I stopped by. On the menu: Paniolo Burger Cheddar, bacon, and onion rings with black sand bbq sauce Pele's Throne Ahi Salad Mixed greens tossed in soy-lime vinaigrette, topped with grape tomatoes, avocado, cucumbers, mango-pineapple salasa, fried wontons, and blackened ahi. The Paniolo Burger was good and had a nice size hamburger patty. The Pele's Throne Ahi Salad was also good and ahi was fresh. Although salad was tossed, I felt it needed a little more dressing. Everything in the salad paired well when eaten together in one bite. read more

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Love this place! Pepperoni rolls are da bomb! They also have an excellent Caesar salad with grilled chicken that we get. Once we also ordered the fish entree which was also excellent! We're locals so we go there quite a bit. Highly recommend and love the staff read more

I was on the newer side of the airport. The bar was kind of empty when I arrived. There were only two other people. I connected with two other people there who were on the same flight as me. My bar tender was wonderful. She was super friendly, attentive, personable, and brought some fragrant pikake flowers for the bar. Definitely come to the bar if you have some time to kill on the way to a flight to LA. read more

Came here twice while honeymooning in Honolulu, amazing service , food was decent , beer was delicious and everything with a view. Thanks guys for making our experience a great one even though we lost power read more

This place is great for an easy meal out with friends and kids. Lots of space to set up groups. Beer is always good. The fish tacos were pretty good. The ahi salad is very fresh. read more

Great place to chill, have some lunch and a glass or four of Kona's Longboard or Big Wave. They're super-cool about letting you bring food to the bar (they don't sell food themselves), so I had some spicy salmon poke from Ono Seafood in Honolulu (dang) and Longboards. I lost count. Conveniently located across from my departure gate in the E concourse. Steven and Lance took good care of me at the bar. Mahalo, Kona Brewing! Already looking forward to a return trip. I could see this being a repeat thing. read more

Kona Brewing - Longboard and spicy salmon poke! - Brewpubs Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Pizza and beer options were very good. The cost of drinks were pretty comparable to other bars and restaurants. They were out of nearly all food and the service was ok. But, the ambiance is great and would be a great date spot. read more

I asked for a cup of water and the woman threw it on the counter, it splashed everywhere on me and the counter. She then said "ball of shit" and walked away. read more

Great craft beer, enjoy the vibe and selection. The tour was very informative. Missed the live entertainment.

Kona brewing Is my favorite restaurant on Oahu! My family and I come here often and love it. They have a very diverse menu from tacos, fish, sandwiches, and pizza. They also offer gluten free options and were very informed on celiac disease. The restaurant sits right on the water with beautiful views all around. The breeze feels amazing as the seating area opens up to outside. Love the environment the staff and the food. read more

Tony the bartender was a huge pain. So rude to waitresses, managers, and customers. If he worked for me, I would fire him immediately. The worst attitude and service I have ever encountered. Will never come here again. read more

Food, service, beers, cocktails are super and the ahi was divine. The best pizza I've had in a long time. read more

Kona Brewing - Great service, divine ahi and pizza, huge selection of beers and yummy signature cocktails. Service really was top notch. - Brewpubs Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii