Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
Kenichi Pacific, Kailua-Kona, HI

Kenichi Pacific

4.1 (1568)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
78-6831 Ali'i Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Fancy
  • Innovative
Kenichi Pacific, where your taste buds embark on an unforgettable journey! Located in the heart of Kailua Kona, HI, Big Island we pride ourselves on serving the freshest sushi, steak, seafood, meticulously crafted cocktails from locally sourced ingredients. Our menu is a celebration of flavor, featuring daily sushi & fish specials, that showcase the finest catch of the day, as well as unique Chef specials that highlight seasonal ingredients. Each dish is a masterpiece, designed to tantalize your palate and elevate your dining experience.
At Kenichi Pacific, we believe that great food deserves a great atmosphere. Enjoy our inviting setting, where friendly service meets a vibrant ambiance, perfect for intimate dinners or lively gatherings with friends and family. Join us for a culinary adventure that promises not just a meal, but an amazing experience from Chef Massella and team!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Sushi, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 4:30 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Christopher Massella
  • Catering
    Offers:<br /><br />Full sushi station with your Private Chef <br />Bar station<br />Sushi, food/pupus &amp; more<br /><br />At least a week notice for smaller groups.
  • Private party facilities
    Bar area with outdoor lanai 75 guests maxSmall Dining room hold up to 14 guests maxTwo out side patio (Covered) hold up to 30 guests max
  • Neighborhood
    Kailua-Kona
  • Cross street
    Kamehameha III
  • Parking details
    We are located in Keauhou Shopping Center. We do have plenty of parking space.
  • Public transit
    Keauhou shuttle Open-Air 44 seat trolley type shuttle. Between Keauhou and Kailua town eight times a day.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Ask Concierge
AI Beta

Our AI assistant, Concierge, is here to answer your questions about this restaurant.

What 1,568 people are saying

Kenichi Pacific 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

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 3.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Innovative

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Good for groups

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Kenichi Pacific offers a delightful Japanese fusion experience in Kona, praised for its "excellent sushi" and "attentive staff." Regulars love the "wonderful food and service," while the "seafood trio" and "steak" are standout dishes. Though some note service inconsistency, the overall dining experience remains memorable and satisfying.
1,568 Reviews
  1. Michael VIP

    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley27 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Happy hour overwhelms the bartender. Our server had to make our two drinks and got them wrong. Tsunami roll is most expensive roll and only four pieces plus tail instead of usual eight pieces.🙁 Chicken Karage came out cold with very small quantity. Will not return to this restaurant.

    Is this helpful?

  2. Cheryl VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Kenichi Pacific is a fantastic Japanese fusion restaurant. Their sushi is excellent. Very high quality. Best in Kona. We go about once a week. They also have an excellent Happy Hour. Our favorite Kona restaurant !!!

    Is this helpful?

  3. Chad VIP

    Seattle / Eastern Washington3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service and delicious food. The decor and ambience could use a refresh.

    Is this helpful?

  4. Pamela

    San Francisco Bay Area7 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 18, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Large menu but very slow service. At least 20 minutes to get one drink delivered. Mediocre food.

    Is this helpful?

  5. Judith VIP

    Phoenix / Arizona90 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on June 16, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    If we had never been here before this would be our last visit. We've been here many times and always thought it was great. This time however, the service was so unbelievably bad that we left before getting our entire order. The food came out "whenever" and our server was usually nowhere to be found. We will probably go back eventually, but not any time soon.

    Is this helpful?

  6. Donald

    Hawaii2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was good but not great for the price. Our waiter pronounced some of the dishes wrong. He was a great waiter other than that.

    Is this helpful?

  7. Mark

    Hawaii2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server, Malia was wonderful as were the rest of the staff!

    Is this helpful?

  8. Lisa S. VIP

    Phoenix / Arizona10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Malia was our server and she was top notch! Very friendly, professional and knew her product so well!! We had a wonderful time celebrating our friends 70th birthday! ! We had a great experience & will be back! Thank you Malia for making it special!

    Is this helpful?

  9. Daniel

    Portland / Oregon7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great food and service! We go here several times when we come to the island.

    Is this helpful?

  10. Robert

    Phoenix / Arizona13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Had a wonderful experience at Kenichi Pacific! Best steak I’ve had in Hawaii thus far. The fish was also really fresh. Staff was very attentive. Like how they sell discounted gift cards at Costco.

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

Kenichi Pacific is rated 4.1 stars by 1568 OpenTable diners.

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

  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Hawaii
  4. Hawaii / Big Island
  5. Kailua-Kona

Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
Google Map for Kenichi Pacific

78-6831 Ali'i Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Kamehameha III
  • Neighborhood
    Kailua-Kona
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 4:30 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Sushi, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    We are located in Keauhou Shopping Center. We do have plenty of parking space.
  • Public transit
    Keauhou shuttle Open-Air 44 seat trolley type shuttle. Between Keauhou and Kailua town eight times a day.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Christopher Massella
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Offers:<br /><br />Full sushi station with your Private Chef <br />Bar station<br />Sushi, food/pupus &amp; more<br /><br />At least a week notice for smaller groups.
  • Private party facilities
    Bar area with outdoor lanai 75 guests maxSmall Dining room hold up to 14 guests maxTwo out side patio (Covered) hold up to 30 guests max
OpenTable
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Careers
  • Press
More
Businesses
  • Restaurant Management Solutions
  • Restaurant Reservation Software
  • Restaurant Marketing Software
  • Restaurant Event Software
  • OpenTable For Restaurants
  • OpenTable For Restaurant Groups
  • Restaurant Resources
  • OpenTable Pricing & Plans
Join us on
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information
  • Accessibility Statement
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2025 OpenTable, Inc. 1 Montgomery St Ste 500, San Francisco CA 94104 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo