Walua Social

4.6

66 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

10 Mar 2025

21:30

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Innovative

Experience new and vibrant flavors of Italy right here in Kona with the exciting new dining collaboration by Chef Chad Yamamoto and Chef Alessandro Taras. Their thoughtfully curated menu showcases the finest locally sourced ingredients, ensuring dishes that not only tantalize your taste buds but are also thoughtfully priced. Perfect for families and friends alike, each plate is crafted for sharing and creating memorable moments together around the table.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Pacific Rim, Steak
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 17:00–21:00
Phone number
(808) 498-0777
Website
http://www.waluasocial.com/
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
75-5864 Walua Rd, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740-1318
Area
Kailua-Kona
Cross Street
Walua Road and Alii Drive<br />
Parking details
Private Lot

Experiences

Aperitivo on the Sunset Deck
US$35.00 per person
Prepaid
12 Mar 2025 only
Multiple times
Come and experience the Kona sunset in true Italian style with our Aperitivo!!! Chef Alessandro and Chad will delight you with a selection of typical bites from one of the favorite Italian traditions. Aperitivo is a cultural ritual that dates back to Ancient Greece—meant to open up your appetite and prepare you for the day's main meal. Over the years, it has developed into a way to spend time with your friends and family, exchange stories, and catch up with the latest news while enjoying a Spritz or a glass of wine. The food served during Aperitivo varies from fried Arancino to bruschetta to prosciutto and Mortadella. Our first Aperitivo launches Wed March 12th at 4 PM. $35 per person Includes one house beer, wine or spritz and a serving of mixed appetizers. Additional drinks will be charged A la carte

Mushroom RisottoUS$29.00
parmigiano reggiano | mixed herbs
AgnolottiUS$32.00
smoked pumpkin | garlic crisp | aged balsamic
Rigatoni BologneseUS$28.00
parmigiano reggiano
PappardelleUS$28.00
oxtail | mushroom | smoked pecorino
SpaghettiUS$34.00
ahi belly | tomato | garlic | chili | sea asparagus
Cacio e PepeUS$30.00
pecorino romano | black pepper
Beef Cheek RavioloUS$31.00
caramelized mushrooms |egg yolk | cannonau sugo

PIATTI GRANDE

Chicken MilaneseUS$39.00
tomato | caper | aioli
Pork ChopUS$48.00
apple mustard | fennel conserva
Kona KanpachiUS$39.00
green garlic | scallions | charred tomato confit
12oz Bone in NY StripUS$51.00
tuscan salsa verde | profumo del chianti | tomato | arugula | radicchio

KEIKI

PastaUS$16.00

Service charges

A 20% gratuity is added to parties of 6 or more, a 3 % kitchen appreciation service fee is added to all checks.

What 66 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.2Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Hawaii / Big Island
Best Service
Hawaii / Big Island
Best Value
Hawaii / Big Island
Innovative
Hawaii / Big Island
Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

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Walua Social offers a delightful blend of authentic Italian cuisine with local flavors, praised for its "top of the line service" and "amazing delicious authentic Italian food." The restaurant's ambiance is described as "simple but classy," with standout dishes like the "best cacio e pepe" and exquisite desserts. Although some found the noise level high, the "knowledgeable staff" and exceptional dining experience make it a must-visit in Kona.

66 Reviews

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Martha
Hawaii1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent Italian style dining. Interesting menu choices. The sound level is greatly improved over the last restaurant located there. The decor is delightful. Server was charming and knowledgeable.
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JanisA
Anchorage3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent in every way. They have done a great job softening the noise level.
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Grace VIP
Edmonton1 review
5.0
Dined on 27 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wine was great food was great and service was great! If we lived here we would be regulars! Thank you!!
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Douglas
Anchorage6 reviews
2.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
All was good except the noise level which we found to be painfully high. We passed on dessert and final drink so we could get out. I mentioned this to management and was told they had heard the same comment from others. The place just does not work for us.
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deena
Hawaii2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server Joey was very knowledgeable about the menu and helped us with lots of great recommendations.His service was amazing along side the support staff. The food was so flavorful and cooked to perfection and the restaurant created such a relaxing and welcoming ambience, simple but classy! I would highly recommend this place!
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Ronen
Hawaii1 review
5.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing delicious authentic Italian food with a hint of local flavors. By far the best restaurant in town! Top of the line service. Will be going back to taste every item on the menu and then tell them to make me more. So Ono !!
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Judith
Hawaii1 review
5.0
Dined on 19 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went for first time to this restaurant to celebrate 57th anniversary and an 81st birthday. Everything was PERFECT
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Rachel
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place was outstanding. Every dish we had was delicious, the service and the location were perfect.
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Martin VIP
New York City170 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another magnificent meal! Our third visit there since we arrived in Kona! Great new addition to the dining scene and Salvatore one of the owners couldn’t have been more gracious and welcoming! We had the tomato salad the excellent kanapachi fritto, the sublime papardella and the excellent spaghetti with ahi belly plus the lovely ksnapachi entree so well prepared… also incredible tiramisu for dessert and Sarah our wonderful server! Thanks again to Chelsea for making us feel so special! We’ll be back!
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Francesco
Hawaii1 review
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
fantastic experience for the second time! Salvatore and his team know how to make the experience even more interesting by suggesting excellent combinations of food and good wine! Cacio e Pepe a Carne Cruda are the best! thanks again
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Walua Social is rated 4.6 stars by 66 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

10 Mar 2025

21:30

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

75-5864 Walua Rd, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740-1318

Additional information

Cross Street
Walua Road and Alii Drive<br />
Area
Kailua-Kona
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 17:00–21:00
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Pacific Rim, Steak
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot

Website
http://www.waluasocial.com/
Phone number
(808) 498-0777

Walua Social

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Additional information

Aperitivo on the Sunset Deck

COTTO

White Bean DipUS$14.00

Kanpachi Collar FrittoUS$16.00

Sticky Black Pepper RibsUS$21.00

Chicken WingsUS$19.00

Tonnato US$16.00

CRUDO

Kona KanpachiUS$26.00

Carne CrudaUS$26.00

Kusshi OystersUS$20.00

INSALATA

Tomato saladUS$18.00

Mixed GreensUS$18.00

Roasted Heirloom carrotUS$22.00

BurrataUS$25.00

PIZZETTA

PASTA

Mushroom RisottoUS$29.00

AgnolottiUS$32.00

Rigatoni BologneseUS$28.00

PappardelleUS$28.00

SpaghettiUS$34.00

Cacio e PepeUS$30.00

Beef Cheek RavioloUS$31.00

PIATTI GRANDE

Chicken MilaneseUS$39.00

Pork ChopUS$48.00

Kona KanpachiUS$39.00

12oz Bone in NY StripUS$51.00

KEIKI

PastaUS$16.00

Service charges

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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