We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

Quinn's Almost By The Sea

75-5655 Palani Rd Ste A, Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii, HI 96740-1618
808 329 3822
Menu
Update restaurant details
Ranked #41 of 171 restaurants in Kailua-Kona
Price range: CAD21 - CAD21
Cuisines: American, Seafood, Steakhouse
Good for: Child-friendly, Local cuisine, Outdoor seating
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, After-hours
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Local cuisine, Outdoor seating
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, After-hours
Write a Review

373 reviews from our community

75% Recommend
    131
    148
    53
    21
    20
Rating summary
    Food
    Service
    Value
    Atmosphere
Date Rating
Edgewood, Washington
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Some of the best fish and chips I've had. Good size portion. Be sure to eat I'm the outdoor section, though it isn't what you expect. Really good size portions so be hungry when you go.

Was this review helpful? Yes
Naperville, Illinois
Top Contributor
87 reviews 87 reviews
40 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 48 cities Reviews in 48 cities
68 helpful votes 68 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

We were looking for a bite to eat late at night. Most places close down rather early in Kona (before 10pm). Food was decent. This place has definitely been here a very long time. Many locals at the bar. Wouldn't go out of the way to come here, but if you are in the area, it's a decent place to... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 9 more reviews by loimln for Kailua-Kona
Honolulu
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

This place is open late, which is cool because we finished the Manta Ray Dive late. The catch of the day fish and chips (Ono) was ono. Had one of the biggest hamburgers of my life, a double pattied monster with bacon, mushrooms, avocado and cream cheese. It was wrong and right at the same time.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 5 more reviews by Matthew F for Kailua-Kona
Escondido, California, United States
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

We were advised by a different restaurant that was closing that this would be a good place to eat. When you get the competition suggesting a good place for fresh fish, that says something. We had Grilled Ono with twice baked potatoes, kind of like a casserole, good! with the freshest veggies. The Tea is a green tea, and it's... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Orlando, Florida
Top Contributor
67 reviews 67 reviews
34 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

You would think I'd learn; when you go into a restaurant and the table is sticky, it should be a sign and you should leave. We didn't, big mistake. The service was friendly and attentive, albeit a bit rushed. The food is pretty much hard to describe. Tasteless, over cooked, blah. Should have gone back to Bongo Ben's.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 8 more reviews by Thunder D for Kailua-Kona
Fort Worth, Texas
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

Take a break from shopping or enjoying this beautiful Hawaiian town to have a delicious meal at Quinn's almost by the sea. My wife was told to try the Ono Fish wrap and she said it was amazing. I am boring and had fish and chips but they were made with the firmed Ono fish and were really good. We... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Saint Cloud, Minnesota
Senior Contributor
21 reviews 21 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

We went for lunch, sat outdoors and enjoyed the best fish sandwich I have had to date. The sandwich was served with grilled Ono, came on a fresh bun with lettuce, tomato, onion and their homemade tartar sauce. I got their homemade pineapple slaw as a side which comes with the sandwich. Good service and food, but as advertised, almost... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 6 more reviews by RonGStCloud for Kailua-Kona
Renton
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

Asked a local where to get good fish & chips or burgers and they pointed us to Quinn's. Good doesn't do it justice. Ono fish and chips shouldn't be missed. Burgers were the best. Wait staff, atmosphere, everything was wonderful! We were skeptical about going to a pub but it was likely one of the absolute best places we have... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Waterford, Ireland
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

Lovely restaurant, within easy reach of hotel. Fish and chips were just divine. Serve was very good.

Was this review helpful? Yes
sacramento
Senior Contributor
25 reviews 25 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

Fun, friendly place. Food was good but the fish and chips were killer. Large portion almost more than you could eat. This place was recommended by some locals as the place for fish sandwiches and fish and chips. In a touristy location without serving touristy food.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by SacramentoTravelor for Kailua-Kona

Travellers who viewed Quinn's Almost By The Sea also viewed

Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii
Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii
 
Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii
Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii
 

Been to Quinn's Almost By The Sea? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Quinn's Almost By The Sea, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

Manage your listing