Guidebook for Kealakekua
Food Scene
Excellent BBQ, best on the island we've had since moving from Kansas City, and KC natives know their BBQ!
20 locals recommend
Big Jake's Island B-B-Q
83-5308 Mamalahoa HwyExcellent BBQ, best on the island we've had since moving from Kansas City, and KC natives know their BBQ!
Great food, friendly service, no frills, just good down-home sandwiches & beer!
38 locals recommend
Rebel Kitchen
79-7399 Hawaiʻi Belt RdGreat food, friendly service, no frills, just good down-home sandwiches & beer!
Cute family-owned restaurant with good tasting food & friendly owners.
18 locals recommend
Strawberry Patch
79-7491 Hawaiʻi Belt RdCute family-owned restaurant with good tasting food & friendly owners.
Tasty local burgers cooked your way, pleasant environment, good local brews as well.
45 locals recommend
Annie's Island Fresh Burgers
79-7460 Hawaiʻi Belt RdTasty local burgers cooked your way, pleasant environment, good local brews as well.
Best pizza on the island, hands down! Something about their dough's 3-day process makes it a real treat, try the New Yorker & couple with an Italian soda or Angry Orchard on tap. Soooooooo good!
12 locals recommend
Big Island Pizza Napoletana
73-5618 Maiau StBest pizza on the island, hands down! Something about their dough's 3-day process makes it a real treat, try the New Yorker & couple with an Italian soda or Angry Orchard on tap. Soooooooo good!
You want cheap, tasty tacos that'll fill you up? In Hawaii, no less? You got it! Food is tasty, burritos are large enough to fill up a local, cash only.
16 locals recommend
Killer Tacos
74-5483 Kaiwi StreetYou want cheap, tasty tacos that'll fill you up? In Hawaii, no less? You got it! Food is tasty, burritos are large enough to fill up a local, cash only.
Fantastic Italian-based cuisine for a special night out. The Chicken Milanese is incredible! Dinner only. Reservations recommended.
40 locals recommend
Pueo's Osteria, LLC
68-1820 Waikoloa RdFantastic Italian-based cuisine for a special night out. The Chicken Milanese is incredible! Dinner only. Reservations recommended.
The Veggie White or the Greek pizza is really tasty. Cheap by the slice, not so much if buying the whole pie.... but your taste-buds will thank you!
15 locals recommend
Patz Pies
82-6127 Hawaiʻi Belt RdThe Veggie White or the Greek pizza is really tasty. Cheap by the slice, not so much if buying the whole pie.... but your taste-buds will thank you!
Uber-tasty, authentic kalua pork in a taco, burrito or torta sandwich form. Cheap too! Food is well-flavored, burritos are large enough to fill up a local, only 2 miles away, cash only.
26 locals recommend
Loko Wraps
82-6066 Mamalahoa HwyUber-tasty, authentic kalua pork in a taco, burrito or torta sandwich form. Cheap too! Food is well-flavored, burritos are large enough to fill up a local, only 2 miles away, cash only.
Everything Else
Dessert the way it's supposed to be: wicked good! The gelato's sensational, crepes are nummy & the rum babas are delightful!
Gio's Gelato & Italian Pastry Shop
79-7459 Hawaiʻi Belt RdDessert the way it's supposed to be: wicked good! The gelato's sensational, crepes are nummy & the rum babas are delightful!
Sightseeing
Ian's favorite beach. Great waves for boogie-boarding during high surf, fantastic swimming on calm days & blue water that's mesmerizing!
159 locals recommend
Kua Bay
Ian's favorite beach. Great waves for boogie-boarding during high surf, fantastic swimming on calm days & blue water that's mesmerizing!
Heather's favorite beach. A classic 1/2-mile stretch of light golden white sand with excellent waters for swimming or just bobbing on the waves. It's the real deal in the way of Hawaiian beaches!
241 locals recommend
Hapuna Beach
Heather's favorite beach. A classic 1/2-mile stretch of light golden white sand with excellent waters for swimming or just bobbing on the waves. It's the real deal in the way of Hawaiian beaches!
The snorkelling near the Captain Cook Monument is superb at worst, worth the hike down the trail or a paddle in a kayak for those who don't hike. A dolphin pod often hangs out in this bay too =)
89 locals recommend
Kealakekua Bay
The snorkelling near the Captain Cook Monument is superb at worst, worth the hike down the trail or a paddle in a kayak for those who don't hike. A dolphin pod often hangs out in this bay too =)
Snorkeling at "2-Step" is second to none on the island! Great reefs, fantastic clarity, lots of fish & easy access from the natural lava steps.
Hōnaunau
Snorkeling at "2-Step" is second to none on the island! Great reefs, fantastic clarity, lots of fish & easy access from the natural lava steps.
Entertainment & Activities
Go during high tide and there's a tide pool perfect for keiki (kids) to frolic about in. Plus, the waves crashing behind it are usually impressive. Perfect for sunset dinners!
Wawaloli Beach
Go during high tide and there's a tide pool perfect for keiki (kids) to frolic about in. Plus, the waves crashing behind it are usually impressive. Perfect for sunset dinners!
Shopping
It's a run-of-the-mill antique store with a surprise: Tropical Dreams Ice Cream, best on the island! The choco-coconut mac nut is our favorite, & the ginger is a treat for those seeking "different".
Discovery Antiques and Ice Cream
81-6593 Mamalahoa HwyIt's a run-of-the-mill antique store with a surprise: Tropical Dreams Ice Cream, best on the island! The choco-coconut mac nut is our favorite, & the ginger is a treat for those seeking "different".