Honu's on the Beach Restaurant

Name: Honu's on the Beach Restaurant
Address: 75-5660 Palani road, Kailua-Kona, HI, United States, 96740
Telephone: (808) 331-6365 ext. 6019
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.4

4.4 (537)

$30 and under

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

75-5660 Palani road, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

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2 people

Jun 30, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Great for brunch
Charming
Good for special occasions

Three hours of complimentary validated self-parking!

For a premier dining experience in the seaside village of Kailua-Kona, visit Honu’s on the Beach. Honu's on the Beach offers a delicious Hawaiian-style daily buffet breakfast and Kona's famous (and only) Sunday brunch - offering all you can eat sweet snow crab, eggs benedict, etc. Don't miss the make-your-own bloody Mary bar or the bottomless mimosas! Enjoy dining on the spacious lanai with amazing views of historic village of Kailua-Kona. Choose from a tasty a la carte menu or indulge in the breakfast buffet, featuring made-to-order omelets, fresh fruit, pancakes, breakfast meats, and much more.

Saturday night features the popular Prime Rib & Seafood Buffet including all you can eat snow crab, poke, seafood delicacies, and of course, gorgeous prime rib. The full bar offers craft cocktails using private label rum.

Honu's also offers a private dining room for parties and celebrations for up to 80 of your friends and family.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Breakfast, Seafood
Hours of operation
Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Sat 6:00 am–10:30 am Brunch Sun 7:00 am–1:00 pm Prime Rib Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(808) 331-6365 ext. 6019
Website
https://konabeachresort.com/dining/#honus
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Executive chef
Michael Quanan
Private party facilities
Private Airconditioned Dinning Room for up 75 persons. Large picture windows with stunning views of Kailua-Kona, Hualalai, Kamakahonu Bay & Beach, Ahuena Heiau, and Kona Coastline.
Private party contact
our Private Event Coordinator : (808) 329-2911 ext. 6956

Location
75-5660 Palani road, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
Neighborhood
Kailua-Kona
Cross street
Complimentary 3/Hour Validated Self-Parking in Hotel Parking off Alii Drive
Parking details
3 Hour complimentary self parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Prime Rib & Seafood Buffet
Multiple dates available
Join us on our outdoor lanai at Honu's on the Beach for unlimited prime rib and crab legs while sipping on your favorite cocktail in the heart of Kona! Our Prime Rib & Seafood Buffet is available every Saturday 5PM to 7PM. Please your palate with an unforgettable dining experience while taking in our gorgeous ocean views of Kailua Bay. Menu includes buffet for $75.00 per person.

Private dining

Mixed Greens
Assorted vegetables and dressings
Macaroni Salad
Local Style
Snow Crab Legs
Drawn Butter
Sashimi and Poke
Wasabi Pickled Ginger
Seasonal Fresh Fruits
Seafood Chowder
Hawaiian Sweet Rolls
Whip Butter
Slow Roasted Prime Rib
Shrimp Tempura
Poached Assorted Selection of Sweets
Poached Shrimp
Lemons, Cocktail Sauce

What 537 people are saying

Honu's on the Beach Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Hawaii
Great for brunch
Hawaii / Big Island
Great for brunch
Hawaii / Big Island
Kid-friendly
Hawaii / Big Island
Good for groups
Hawaii / Big Island
Hot spot
Hawaii / Big Island
Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Honu's on the Beach Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with standout "prime rib" and "crab legs" that impress many guests. The service is often praised as "awesome," and the ambiance is enhanced by "live Hawaiian music." While some find the buffet pricing misleading, the quality and variety of dishes generally satisfy patrons.

537 Reviews

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Muriel
Orlando / Central Florida East17 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
If you are visiting the Big Island, or you’re Kama’aina, (a resident) you must go to Honu’s Sunday brunch. We were greeted warmly and enthusiastically and seated by our hostess Genevieve. We had excellent service from Raye, Marie, Chelsea and Robert. Now let’s talk about the food! What a bountiful spread. Custom omelettes, 3 types of breakfast meats, loco moco, Eggs Benedict, fresh fish, salad, fruit, waffles, and all you can eat Alaskan Crab Legs with fresh drawn butter. And bottomless Mimosas or Bloody Mary’s!! Hubby and I were ecstatic the rest of the day because we started with awesome food, ambiance and service.
Honu's on the Beach RestaurantResponded today
Thank you so much for your incredible review! We're thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful experience at Honu’s Sunday brunch. Genevieve, Raye, Marie, Chelsea, and Robert will be so happy to know they made such a positive impact on your visit. We agree, the spread is something special—those Alaskan Crab Legs with fresh drawn butter are always a guest favorite! We're so glad you and your hubby had such an enjoyable time and felt the aloha spirit. We can’t wait to welcome you back next time you’re in the area!
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Paul
Exclusive1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waitress was very good with serving us, me and my wife enjoyed the food and the company
Honu's on the Beach RestaurantResponded today
Thanks for sharing your experience! We're so glad to hear that both the service and the food made for an enjoyable time with your wife. It’s always nice when everything comes together for a great experience. We hope to see you both again soon!
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Joshua
New York City51 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great time having dinner at Honu! Food and service were really great! Can't wait to return - thank you for having us! :)
Honu's on the Beach RestaurantResponded on May 28, 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dinner at Honu's and that both the food and service exceeded your expectations. It’s fantastic to know you found the atmosphere lively, charming, and perfect for groups. We’re already looking forward to welcoming you back for another great experience. Thank you again for choosing us!
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CORRINNA
Hawaii1 review
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
for brunch king kam is the one but regularly well depends on what you into
Honu's on the Beach RestaurantResponded on May 13, 2025
Thanks for sharing your thoughts! 🙌 We totally agree that King Kamehameha Kona Beach Resort's brunch is top-notch! 🍳🥞 But we understand that it’s all about personal preference — what’s important is finding the spot that fits your vibe. Whether you’re in the mood for something specific or just looking for a great experience, we’ve got plenty of options for you to explore. 😊 Looking forward to seeing you again, and hope we can hit the spot for whatever you're craving next time!
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Laura
Hawaii1 review
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We arrived for our reservation 15 minutes early, and we got seated right away. The prime rib was nice and soft. Portion was huge. Made to order Poke Station was awesome. Crab legs were perfectly seasoned. Sashimi was delicious .. shrimp was huge. I didn't try the chowder . Bake goodies were enough for me, and the ice cream station had many choices. Our waiter was on time . Always keeping our glass full. Plates were cleared promptly . Everything was perfect . I gave a 4 star for the fish and chicken dish. I'd rather have a dish that was made with totally different taste instead. And for the chicken dish , maybe bbq chicken or chicken katsu. Other than that . The restaurant was clean. Dishes were full service was awsome . We'll be back for another special day for my family.
Honu's on the Beach RestaurantResponded on May 13, 2025
Mahalo for taking the time to share your experience with us! 🌺 We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed the prime rib, fresh poke, crab legs, and sashimi — sounds like you had a great feast! 🍤🥩🍣 We're especially glad our team took good care of you, from prompt seating to attentive service throughout your meal. Thank you for your honest feedback about the fish and chicken dishes — we truly appreciate suggestions like yours as they help us improve and offer more variety. We’re honored to be part of your family’s special day and can’t wait to welcome you back again soon! 💛
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Craig
Hawaii11 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 27, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food was good but a little pricey, but that's normal for hawaii
Honu's on the Beach RestaurantResponded on April 28, 2025
Thank you for sharing your thoughts! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the food. We understand that dining in Hawaii can be on the pricier side, and we appreciate your understanding. We always strive to provide high-quality meals that reflect the value of the experience. We hope to welcome you back soon for another great meal!
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bobbilyn
Hawaii2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We dined at 5:30pm. The food was fresh and delicious. My favorite Seafood Buffet on island.
Honu's on the Beach RestaurantResponded on April 28, 2025
Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed our Seafood Buffet, and we're so happy to be your favorite on the island! We look forward to welcoming you back for another delicious dining experience soon!
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anton
Seattle / Eastern Washington4 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 27, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The view was amazing. We were there for the crab and prime rib buffet. Many choices and different types of food. The prime rib was perfect, however, the crab wasn’t the best .
Honu's on the Beach RestaurantResponded on April 28, 2025
Thank you for sharing your feedback! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the amazing view and the variety of choices at our crab and prime rib buffet. We're thrilled that you found the prime rib to be perfect. However, we’re sorry to hear the crab didn’t meet your expectations. We appreciate your feedback and will certainly look into improving that aspect of our buffet for future guests. We hope to welcome you back soon for another enjoyable dining experience!
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Ciara
Hawaii2 reviews
1.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
The price of the buffet was miss leading. There was a sign at the hostess counter w the pricing and it was $30 more than advertised. Presentation of the food was horrible. Raw fish was warm. Very unsanitary buffet. Everything had a potential contamination hazard. They actually changed out the ice cream scooper water after they overheard me tell my daughter it was a health code violation. We probably won’t ever eat there again.
Honu's on the Beach RestaurantResponded on April 21, 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We're very sorry to hear about your experience at the buffet and take your concerns seriously. Food safety and clear communication around pricing are top priorities for us, and we are addressing this with our team immediately. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention and regret that we fell short during your visit.
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Steve & Deanne
Hawaii13 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thank you for a wonderful Birthday Brunch. The food was excellent, crab legs were delicious, service was great, and the live Hawaiian music was wonderful. Your hosts, servers, and station chefs were amazing. Thank you for making my father’s 82nd Birthday Brunch lovely.
Honu's on the Beach RestaurantResponded on April 7, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that your father’s 82nd birthday brunch was such a wonderful experience. It’s great to know that the food, service, and live Hawaiian music all contributed to making the day special. We truly appreciate you recognizing our hosts, servers, and station chefs—they'll be so happy to hear your compliments. Thank you for allowing us to be part of such a memorable occasion, and we hope to welcome you back for another fantastic experience soon!
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FAQs

Honu's on the Beach Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (808) 331-6365 ext. 6019.

Honu's on the Beach Restaurant is rated 4.4 stars by 537 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 30, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Honu's on the Beach Restaurant

75-5660 Palani road, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

Additional information

Cross street
Complimentary 3/Hour Validated Self-Parking in Hotel Parking off Alii Drive
Neighborhood
Kailua-Kona
Hours of operation
Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Sat 6:00 am–10:30 am Brunch Sun 7:00 am–1:00 pm Prime Rib Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Breakfast, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
3 Hour complimentary self parking
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Michael Quanan
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://konabeachresort.com/dining/#honus
Phone number
(808) 331-6365 ext. 6019
Private party facilities
Private Airconditioned Dinning Room for up 75 persons. Large picture windows with stunning views of Kailua-Kona, Hualalai, Kamakahonu Bay & Beach, Ahuena Heiau, and Kona Coastline.
Private party contact
our Private Event Coordinator : (808) 329-2911 ext. 6956

Honu's on the Beach Restaurant

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Experiences

Prime Rib & Seafood Buffet

Private dining

Private Event

Custom inquiry

Menu

Cold Selections

Mixed Greens

Macaroni Salad

Snow Crab Legs

Sashimi and Poke

Seasonal Fresh Fruits

Seafood Chowder

Hawaiian Sweet Rolls

Slow Roasted Prime Rib

Shrimp Tempura

Poached Assorted Selection of Sweets

Poached Shrimp

What 537 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Honu's on the Beach Restaurant offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Honu's on the Beach Restaurant restaurant rated?

Is Honu's on the Beach Restaurant currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

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