72 300 Maheawalu Drive, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, 96740, United States
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Dine & Drink
Taste the Vibe
Five Distinct Restaurants And Bars Set Along The Bay
Dining here moves with the day, from open-air breakfasts celebrating local, sustainably sourced ingredients to kiawe wood-fired lunches served lānai-side or toes-in-the-sand overlooking the bay. As evening falls, a restored sunken schooner sets the scene for sushi and craft cocktails, while beachfront bars pour handcrafted drinks alongside live music and sunset views. Casual market fare, elevated Pacific Rim plates, and relaxed shoreline gathering spots round out an all-day, oceanfront culinary journey.
Pacific Rim Hawaiian Restaurant
Moana
A cheerful open-air restaurant at Kona Village serving Pacific Rim-to-table cuisine with local, regional and sustainably sourced ingredients. Moana suits leisurely breakfasts and elevated dinners alike, with a historical village feel and sunset-friendly setting.
- Serves: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Hawaiian Wood-Fired Restaurant
Kahuwai Cookhouse & Market
A casual Hawaiian wood-fired restaurant at Kona Village celebrating Hawaiʻi Island’s paniolo culture with an open kitchen, kiawe cooking, and traditional preservation techniques. Kahuwai Cookhouse & Market suits relaxed lunches and dinners overlooking Kahuwai Bay, with lānai or toes-in-the-sand seating.
- Serves: Lunch & Dinner
- Hours: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.; 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Beach Bar
Talk Story Bar
A welcoming beach bar at Kona Village offering classic cocktails and unforgettable sunsets from a central shoreline setting. Talk Story Bar is perfect for pre-dinner drinks by the shore, with a nostalgic feel on its original historic foundation.
- Serves: Classic Cocktails
- Hours vary — see concierge
Sushi Bar
Shipwreck Bar and Sushi
A vibrant sushi bar at Kona Village offering fresh sushi, craft cocktails, and ocean views amid swaying palms. Shipwreck Bar and Sushi is perfect for walk-in drinks and Japanese-inspired bites by the beach, with a lively setting built from a restored sunken sailboat.
- Serves: Craft Cocktails & Sushi
- Hours vary — see concierge
Cocktail Bar
Moana Cocktail Bar
A lively cocktail bar at Kona Village serving artisanal libations with fresh, inventive ingredients, live music and a sea backdrop. Moana Cocktail Bar suits sunset drinks and easy evenings by the shore, with a bright Hawaiian beach-bar feel.
- Serves: Artisanal Cocktails
- Hours vary — see concierge
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DINE & DRINKS FAQs
What dining and drinks options does Kona Village offer?
Kona Village features five distinct dining and drinks venues: Moana, the resort’s signature restaurant; Kahuwai Cookhouse & Market, a casual communal eatery; and three bars — Talk Story Bar, Shipwreck Bar and Sushi, and Moana Cocktail Bar. Together these venues give Kona Village guests a full range of options from casual bites to elevated Pacific Rim-to-table cuisine.
What is the signature restaurant at Kona Village?
Moana is Kona Village’s signature restaurant, serving Pacific Rim-to-table cuisine in a cheerful, open-air setting with a historical village vibe. Moana at Kona Village offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and is celebrated for its lavish morning spreads as one of the best breakfast spots in the area. Moana’s style is classified as Casual Elegant Hawaiian cuisine, featuring dishes like kampachi, ahi, abalone, and Kona prawns.
Does Kona Village offer private dining?
Yes, Kona Village’s Moana restaurant provides two private dining rooms. ‘Ulu features a walkout lanai and seats 12, while Niu seats up to 16 guests and offers grand ocean-view windows in a space measuring 990 square feet. These private rooms make Kona Village a popular choice for intimate celebrations.
What is Kahuwai Cookhouse & Market known for at Kona Village?
Kahuwai Cookhouse & Market at Kona Village is a casual, communal restaurant with an open kitchen that celebrates Hawai’i Island’s paniolo (cowboy) culture through kiawe wood-fired cooking and traditional preservation techniques like pickling, brining, and salting. Guests can choose lānai or toes-in-the-sand seating overlooking Kahuwai Bay, and the adjoining market offers grab-and-go bites and coffee throughout the day.
Does Kona Village have a sushi restaurant or bar?
Yes, Shipwreck Bar and Sushi at Kona Village offers fresh sushi and Japanese-inspired dishes alongside a curated selection of craft cocktails, all set amid swaying palms with ocean views. Shipwreck Bar and Sushi at Kona Village is walk-in only, so no reservations are needed or accepted at this venue.
What bars and lounges does Kona Village offer for evening drinks?
Kona Village offers several bars for evening drinks, including Talk Story Bar, positioned at the centermost location of the resort for pre-dinner drinks by the shore, Shipwreck Bar and Sushi on the beach, and Moana Cocktail Bar, which serves artisanal libations with fresh, inventive ingredients and live music against a sea backdrop.
Do I need a reservation to dine at Kona Village?
Reservations are recommended for most Kona Village dining venues, and guests are encouraged to call ahead to ensure availability. The exception is Shipwreck Bar and Sushi, which operates on a walk-in only basis and does not accept reservations.
Can guests who are not staying at Kona Village dine at the resort?
Yes, Kona Village welcomes guests who are not staying at the resort to visit its restaurants and bars. Non-resort guests are encouraged to call ahead to reserve a table at most venues, with the exception of Shipwreck Bar and Sushi, which is walk-in only.
Is Kona Village dining suitable for families with children?
Yes, Kona Village is a child-friendly resort that welcomes families with children of all ages, and its restaurants reflect that same welcoming approach. Casual venues like Kahuwai Cookhouse & Market offer a relaxed, communal setting well suited to families dining together at Kona Village.
Can I bring my own wine to dinner at Kona Village?
Yes, Kona Village allows guests to bring their own wine to restaurants, the pool, and beach areas, subject to a $100 corkage fee per 750ml bottle, with a maximum of two bottles or one 1500ml magnum per party. Wine purchased through in-room dining at Kona Village is exempt from this fee, though outside liquor and spirits are not permitted.