Kailua (Kona): Eating and drinking

Competition ensures that the bars and restaurants of central Kailua - especially those along the seafront - are well priced, though the relentless vacation atmosphere means the place can seem a bit unreal.

Cassandra's Greek Taverna Kona Plaza, 75-5719 Alii Drive tel 808/334-1066. Delicious and inexpensive Greek food, from light salads to substantial moussakas.

Huggo's 76-6828 Kuhakai St tel 808/329-1493. Lunch and dinner only served on a large ocean-view terrace. The menu includes burgers, salads and sandwiches, as well as Pacific Rim specialities, and there's often live evening entertainment.

Ocean View Inn 75-5683 Alii Drive tel 808/329-9998. Very inexpensive Hawaiian and Asian diner overlooking the sea, where the menu includes roast beef dinners, traditional fish dishes and even Chinese cuisine. Closed Mon.

Oodles of Noodles Crossroads Shopping Center, 75-1027 Henry St tel 808/329-2222. Pan-Asian noodle joint, a mile up from the ocean near the highway, serving great dinners from around $15.

Sibu Café Banyan Court Mall, 75-5695 W Alii Drive tel 808/329-1112. Popular, informal Indonesian restaurant, with no views but some atmospheric outdoor seating. Serves $11-14 entrees, including a tasty shrimp sate .

Kailua (Kona)

Kailua (Kona)
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