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Island Lava Java Bistro, Kailua, HI

Island Lava Java Bistro

4.5
4.5
1917 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
22:30
Booked 44 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Hot spot
  • Great for scenic views
Family-owned Oceanside Restaurant, specializing in fresh, local, organic and sustainable food with 100% Kona coffee, freshly squeezed juices, and our own bakery on site. Currently serving Everyday Brunch, Lunch & Dinner, plus Happy Hour. We are committed to using the highest quality locally produced ingredients. We invite you to relax and enjoy our scratch-made food and drinks in our island-style, open-air dining room, bar & lanai. Experience our inventive cuisine, attentive service, and a friendly atmosphere; come see what makes us one of the most popular restaurants, craft bar and coffee houses in town. We look forward to meeting you! E Komo Mai!
Craft Bar, Great Wine List, Open-Air Oceanside Dining. *Now offering "Touchless" QR Code Order & Pay (with a Smartphone)*

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Daily 7:00 am–1:00 pm Lunch Daily 1:00 pm–5:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:30 pm–5:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (808) 327-2161
  • Website
    http://www.islandlavajava.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Travis Lamb
  • Catering
    Delicious hot or cold options. Order from one of our menus or work with our chef to create a catering event specific to your taste!
  • Location
    75-5801 Ali'i Dr., Kailua, HI 96740
  • Area
    Kailua-Kona
  • Cross Street
    Palani
  • Parking details
    Free parking for our customers in the Coconut Grove Marketplace
  • Public transit
    Public bus stop 300 yards away.
  • Entertainment
    Live Hawaiian & acoustic music, mornings, weekends & evenings
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Menu

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What 1,917 people are saying

Island Lava Java Bistro 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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Hot spot

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Island Lava Java Bistro offers a memorable dining experience with "amazing ocean views," consistently "great food" and "excellent service." Guests rave about its breakfasts, especially the pancakes and eggs Benedict. The open-air ambiance and friendly staff create a welcoming vibe, perfect for savoring "delicious food" while enjoying the "Hawaii laid back style."

1,917 Reviews

  1. Jordan VIP

    Atlanta4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Don’t go if you have any sort of plans. Service is very slow. Food is good and the view is great.

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  2. JenL VIP

    Hawaii6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As great as always. One of our favorite places on island to go out to eat.

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  3. Anna VIP

    Hawaii3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The mahi mahi tacos are perfect! Staff is very friendly and efficient!

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  4. DawnnW VIP

    Los Angeles11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service was excellent we have been coming to Kona for 30 years and Lava Java is the best place for breakfast

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was great, the view is out of this world and the food matches. The eggs Benedict on a croissant is an absolute treat!

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  6. Vincent VIP

    San Diego20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and food, fantastic view from second floor. I would make a reservation as to not stand in line.

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  7. Dan VIP

    Denver131 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great selections for a late lunch on the water in downtown Kona. Duke was a great server.

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  8. Amy

    Sacramento4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Waitress was great. She was new…first time waiting tables in the morning. Her attitude and personality were the best. Wish I could remember her name but it was on Feb 20.

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  9. VIRGINIA

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 19 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing attentive staff, quick service, fresh food to order, exceptional fresh juice made to order.. 10/10 will come back

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  10. John VIP

    Calgary5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Possibly the best breakfast place in downtown Kona. Also a decent entrées in the evening. Services excellent. The view is very good. We go there many times every trip. Prices are reasonable.

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FAQs

Island Lava Java Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (808) 327-2161.

Island Lava Java Bistro is rated 4.5 stars by 1917 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
22:30
Booked 44 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Island Lava Java Bistro

75-5801 Ali'i Dr., Kailua, HI 96740

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Palani
  • Area
    Kailua-Kona
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Daily 7:00 am–1:00 pm Lunch Daily 1:00 pm–5:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:30 pm–5:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Free parking for our customers in the Coconut Grove Marketplace
  • Public transit
    Public bus stop 300 yards away.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Travis Lamb
  • Entertainment
    Live Hawaiian & acoustic music, mornings, weekends & evenings
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Website
    http://www.islandlavajava.com/
  • Phone number
    (808) 327-2161
  • Catering
    Delicious hot or cold options. Order from one of our menus or work with our chef to create a catering event specific to your taste!
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