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Keei Cafe - Keei Cafe, Kealakekua, HI

Keei Cafe

4.8
4.8
691 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood
In 1995 with a vision to open a small family "Coffee Cafe" Owner Bob Miyashiro and his wife Gina open the original Keei Cafe in a old former Fish Market in Honaunau, Hawaii on the Big Island. Finally after borrowing enough from their father, Brothers Bob and Dennis along with Sister Joyce the new Keei Cafe was Born in Hokukano. Again with the Brazilian touch for food friendly colors and using local woods, Gina helped create the decor that surrounds the "New" Keei Cafe at Hokukano. Opened in early 2005, the new Cafe features local artist painting and carvings on the walls. Koa table help make the Cafe have a warm and welcome feel perfect for families or guests looking for a resort type meal with a upcounty price. Family owned and operated with the additon of Gina's sister and Brother in Law, Chef Zeze and Batista, in the kitchen to use the freshes local ingredients to prepare creavtive and and delicious menu items with nightly specials. Please come to experience the flavors!

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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Brazilian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (808) 322-9992
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Zeze

What 691 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hawaii

    Best Overall

  • Hawaii

    Best Food

  • Hawaii

    Seafood

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Best Overall

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Best Food

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Best Service

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Best Ambience

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Best Value

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Innovative

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Great for fine wines

691 Reviews
  1. steveh

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The daily catch Mahi Mahi special was amazing. The service was exceptional and staff recommendations were spot on. Wish we found this gem sooner. Will have to wait until our next trip to enjoy again.

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  2. NancyE

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was perfectly prepared and plated. Waitress and owner helped us with special dietary needs. Lilikoi cheesecake not to be missed!

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  3. ABQMIMI

    New Mexico

    32 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    32 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Love the curry catch of the day. The best crabcakes anywhere. Great coconut flan. Window table is private and 'airy' but a lot of road noise. We've been coming back when on the Big Island. Frist time over 10 years ago.

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  4. Dave

    Austin

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    Our experience this time was strange. We were here a year an a half ago and had a wonderful experience but not this time. They didn't ask if we wanted any drinks until way after taking our order while passing by our empty table.....got half our food order incorrect. Food was barley warm (the vegetables - fish was seared correctly but wife's fish was slightly overcooked but also barely warm. Never once came over to check (with the exception of the bus boy who attentively cleared the table) - we left our cash and walked out and nobody took even a glance to say goodbye, thank you - completely checked out. Not a dining experience or sadly disappointing.

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  5. JohnJ

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was excellent-prepared well and nice presentation. Service was attentive and friendly. I would recommend an outdoor table as indoors with many tables was noisier than I like. Parking is not adequate on a busy night.

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  6. LoriD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have been a customer for many years and the quality of the food and service has been excellent

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  7. KKLS

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I live in Kona and Keep Cafe is my reliable go to place for special occasions. Food is always great.

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  8. marciaw

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was such a treat to find this hidden treasure. It was recommended by a friend who winters in Hawaii and it was fabulous. My eggplant appetizer was incredible and my main meal was delicious albeit a little over done. I would definitely return and recommend.

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  9. Lynne

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Good food, good service, good menu . This is a great family-run restaurant.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Very nice service and excellent meals. A bit too much sauce on the Ahi nachos and entrees came too soon after the nachos, so felt a little rushed. Lovely location and space, marred somewhat by stacks of boxes at the entry and an incongruous Budweiser pool table light. Would definitely go back!

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  11. JKona

    Hawaii

    90 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    90 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Welcoming relaxing environment with terrific food. The mahi mahi and duck breast were excellent and we always enjoy the eggplant rolls for appetizers. The friendly owner and staff and live music make this place special.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and the musician is awesome! We love the atmosphere and the imaginative food prepared with expertise in the kitchen. Steak and porkchop is our favorite.

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  13. JohnW

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I wanted to give the waitress at least a 6. It was a great night because of her. The food was great also.

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  14. Steve

    Columbus

    50 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Unassuming location with beautiful sunset view, eclectic menu and attentive service

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  15. Sven

    Chicago

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful meal and wonderful time. The fresh catch items were great as were the cocktails. The service was great and all the servers seemed very cool. The location is also nice and you can see the sunset even though it may not seem so looking at the location on the map.

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  16. KevinF

    Hawaii

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great friendly service. Food was delicious. Will definitely return.

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  17. Shortini

    Hawaii

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on July 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Keei is becoming one of our favorite spots. This visit was our 5 th time in the last year.

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  18. LarryB

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A very diverse menu complemented by interesting specials. The chef and service team do an outstanding job. We've been here numerous times now and they never fail to impress.

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  19. KKLS

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I always love the fish options, especially the Lilikoi sauce preparation. I have tried all the delicious meat options, lamb and duck being my favorite. But I always go back to the various seafood options as they know how to prepare and cook it perfectly. And the staff is always so nice. One of the best places to eat in Kona.

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  20. Aloha

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had the lamb chops and it was the best meal I’ve had in a very long time! It was cooked perfectly and flavor was delish. My friend had the rabbit and it was also just delicious. We had a Brazilian cocktail I can’t remember the name of, which was unique and packed a lunch! I would definitely have it again. Our server, keana was great and her recommendations were spot on. I’ll be back very soon!

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  21. Mike

    Chicago

    163 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    163 reviews

    Dined on July 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very good seafood and attentive service. Worth the drive.

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  22. StephenW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The family-feel of this restaurant is very nice; the wait help was exceptional and the food was fabulous. I'll go again, soon.

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  23. KonaGrrl

    Hawaii

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on June 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is our go-to restaurant for special occasions and they never disappoint. We often get the fish special, but both opted for the seafood pasta (another fave). It was my husband's 83rd birthday! I tried a new-to-me cocktail and it was great - a martini with pomegranate, similar to a cosmo but better. We always share a salad and dessert - I wish I had room to have a dessert of my own!

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  24. RoadWarrior

    Phoenix

    104 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    104 reviews

    Dined on June 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Our group really enjoyed Keei Cafe, from the unobtrusive but friendly service to the quality of food in a quiet setting. We love to support smaller local business and this was a win for us. We had salads, local Ono, Rabbit (wife loved it) and desert and all were outstanding. Brought our own wine and paid a small corkage... It was such a good night that we rebooked for same week during our week on the Big Island, Mahola to the staff at Keei Cafe

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  25. GriseldaA

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ever time we visit hawaii we eat here at least once. We love the food the ambiance and the people.

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  26. GeorgeA

    Hawaii

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience5
    We have loved the Keei Cafe. We decided to celebrate our 51st anniversary with an early dinner. I ordered a pasta dish...my wife had the Ahi #3. My pasta was average with very little chicken. My wife's rare ahi was cold with very little sear...actually raw. When we brought it to the attention of our server, she became 'colder' than the ahi. We had finished our dinner, did not send it back, but was given a nasty look without comment. My wife was a chef for many years and offered a few hints for foolproof preparation. It was not gladly received and left us feeling as though we were not valued customers. Sadly, it will be awhile before we return.

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  27. JKona

    Hawaii

    90 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    90 reviews

    Dined on June 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food and drinks and friendly service. The live music is always a nice touch

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  28. kristyk

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Exceptional waiter very personable Will definitely return

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  29. Rachi

    Hawaii

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on June 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is a little cafe located on the second floor of a converted house. Coqui frogs greet your arrival. It is open air with eccletic furnishings. This is a nice place for a romantic dinner. Very good food for the price. Food is fresh and well prepared. Fresh catch was 'ono prepared four different ways. Would definitely return and try their other dishes. I wish there was a place like this on Oahu!

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  30. PK88

    Hawaii

    42 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on June 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great menu and delicious food. Service is very friendly. Parking is a little tight but worst case can park along the highway. Worth trying for sure.

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  31. SusanB

    Hawaii

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food, friendly service. Look forward to returning soon.

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our servers were very polite and informative which was nice to experience on a busy night for them. The food was delicious and plentiful. It’s always a pleasure coming to Ke’ei Cafe.

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  33. Konareef

    Las Vegas

    69 reviews

    5.0

    69 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The chicken in white peppercorn gravy is one of the best dishes I’ve ever had at a restaurant. Fresh fish was loved by all who had it. Rabbit is an unexpected surprise special. Service is usually spotty, but this time was great. Might be the best restaurant South of Kohala.

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  34. kepola50

    Las Vegas

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was our wedding anniversary and had a lovely dinner. People were friendly and service was excellent. Our dinner was delicious and most enjoyable!

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  35. Mark

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience4
    The prices have gone way up, and the portions have gone way down, then Dessert was Bread Pudding described as Pineapple, Bananas, and supposed to be moist or even wet. It was an effing Cupcake with no sign of fruit, the only thing that made it moist was the Ala Mode scoop that was extra. I had a Rack of Lamb that was almost $50.00 that was 5 tiny bites over some mashed potatoes, and a few Julienne Spears of Carrot and one Broccoli Head. VERY DISSAPOINTED, I LEFT HUNGRY!

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  36. CindyB

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Always nice for a special dinner. We bring our mainland visitors here for last night dinner before they return home.

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  37. PatriciaG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellently prepared fresh food. Sourced locally when possible. Beautifully plated.

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  38. Jumbo

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The roast chicken/yellow curry dish is outstanding! Highly recommend!

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  39. LuLu

    Denver

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always love this wonderful spot. In the 16 years I’ve been coming here, the food, service, and true Aloha spirit is consistently good!

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  40. VincentM

    Anchorage

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great meal...and the portions are very generous. You could take half home and have a second meal! Very good...

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FAQs

Keei Cafe is rated 4.8 stars by 691 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Google Map for Keei Cafe

79-7511 Mamalaloha Hw, Kealakekua, HI 96750

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Kailua-Kona
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Brazilian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Zeze
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wine
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