Kona's coastline provides fresh, local fish for restaurants.
Kona, also called Kailua-Kona, is the largest town of Hawaii's Kona District. Located on the western shore of the Island of Hawai'i, the town is nestled near Hualalai Volcano. Located 15 minutes away from Kona International Airport, Kona is an increasingly popular tourist destination. Attractions include the annual Ironman Worldwide Championship and the historic temple of Ahuena Heiau. Kona's restaurants offer a variety of foods, but fresh seafood from the nearby ocean is almost always on the menu.
Kona Inn
Mahi Mahi is a local fish regularly prepared at Kona Inn.
Kona Inn Restaurant is situated in a historic, waterfront building near "the heart of old Kona town." Kona Inn specializes in seafood, with fresh fish regularly brought in from the nearby sea. The restaurant also offers a selection of beef and poultry items for patrons who don't care for fish. As of 2010, dinner prices range from roughly $17 to $40.
Kona Inn
75-5744 Alii Dr. #135
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
808-329-4455
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Kenichi Pacific
Kanichi Pacific's Dynamite Shrimp is a fusion take on shrimp tempura.
Kenichi Pacific specializes in Japanese-Chinese fusion cuisine. House specialties include Duck Confit, Ono Tataki and Dynamite Shrimp. The restaurant operates a sushi bar and maintains a full sushi menu. Semi-private rooms seat up to 12 people and are available upon request. In 2010, entrees were predominately priced in the 20s.
Kenichi Pacific
78-6831 Alii Dr, Ste D-125
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii 96740
808-322-6400
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Huggo's
Huggos Teriyaki Steak has been a favorite since the restaurant's founding.
Founded in 1969, Huggo's is a casual, waterfront restaurant specializing in seafood and beef dishes. Fish is prepared in the Pacific Rim style with an emphasis on freshness. Recommended dinners include Crab-Crusted Ono, Maui Onion Crusted Ahi and Teriyaki Steak. As of 2010, small plates and pastas are mostly priced in the teens while large plates are in the 30s.
Huggo's
75-5828 Kahakai Rd.
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii 96740
808-329-1493
huggos.com
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