Walua Social

4.6

66 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

10 Mar 2025

9:30 pm

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 Parking

Experiences

Aperitivo on the Sunset Deck
USD 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

White Bean DipUSD 14.00
sun dried tomato | focaccia toast
Kanpachi Collar FrittoUSD 16.00
black garlic mayo
Sticky Black Pepper RibsUSD 21.00
crispy garlic | chives
Chicken WingsUSD 19.00
Calabrian chili | green onions
Tonnato USD 16.00
kona kanpachi | carrot| fennel | mustard seed | celery | caper | radish

CRUDO

Kona KanpachiUSD 26.00
lilikoi | perilla | jalapeño
Carne CrudaUSD 26.00
pickled carrots | herb emulsion | bottarga | ulu chips
Kusshi OystersUSD 20.00
green apple gelee (4pc)

INSALATA

Tomato saladUSD 18.00
citrus | mozzarella | lemon verbena
Mixed GreensUSD 18.00
white balsamic vinegar | fresh local greens | extra virgin olive oil
Roasted Heirloom carrotUSD 22.00
smoked goat cheese | pepitas crunch | carrot top vinaigrette
BurrataUSD 25.00
zucchini | lilikoi| pepitas| focaccia

PIZZETTA

PASTA

Mushroom RisottoUSD 29.00
parmigiano reggiano | mixed herbs
AgnolottiUSD 32.00
smoked pumpkin | garlic crisp | aged balsamic
Rigatoni BologneseUSD 28.00
parmigiano reggiano
PappardelleUSD 28.00
oxtail | mushroom | smoked pecorino
SpaghettiUSD 34.00
ahi belly | tomato | garlic | chili | sea asparagus
Cacio e PepeUSD 30.00
pecorino romano | black pepper
Beef Cheek RavioloUSD 31.00
caramelized mushrooms |egg yolk | cannonau sugo

PIATTI GRANDE

Chicken MilaneseUSD 39.00
tomato | caper | aioli
Pork ChopUSD 48.00
apple mustard | fennel conserva
Kona KanpachiUSD 39.00
green garlic | scallions | charred tomato confit
12oz Bone in NY StripUSD 51.00
tuscan salsa verde | profumo del chianti | tomato | arugula | radicchio

KEIKI

PastaUSD 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

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.2Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

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

9:30 pm

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 Parking

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

Walua Social

Make a booking

Additional information

Aperitivo on the Sunset Deck

COTTO

White Bean DipUSD 14.00

Kanpachi Collar FrittoUSD 16.00

Sticky Black Pepper RibsUSD 21.00

Chicken WingsUSD 19.00

Tonnato USD 16.00

CRUDO

Kona KanpachiUSD 26.00

Carne CrudaUSD 26.00

Kusshi OystersUSD 20.00

INSALATA

Tomato saladUSD 18.00

Mixed GreensUSD 18.00

Roasted Heirloom carrotUSD 22.00

BurrataUSD 25.00

PIZZETTA

PASTA

Mushroom RisottoUSD 29.00

AgnolottiUSD 32.00

Rigatoni BologneseUSD 28.00

PappardelleUSD 28.00

SpaghettiUSD 34.00

Cacio e PepeUSD 30.00

Beef Cheek RavioloUSD 31.00

PIATTI GRANDE

Chicken MilaneseUSD 39.00

Pork ChopUSD 48.00

Kona KanpachiUSD 39.00

12oz Bone in NY StripUSD 51.00

KEIKI

PastaUSD 16.00

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