Kenichi Pacific

Name: Kenichi Pacific
Address: 78-6831 Ali'i Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI, United States, 96740
Telephone: (808) 322-6400
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.1

4.1

1548 Reviews

$31 to $50

Sushi

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 20 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Healthy

Kenichi Pacific, where your taste buds embark on an unforgettable journey! Located in the heart of Kailua Kona, HI, Big Island we pride ourselves on serving the freshest sushi, steak, seafood, meticulously crafted cocktails from locally sourced ingredients. Our menu is a celebration of flavor, featuring daily sushi & fish specials, that showcase the finest catch of the day, as well as unique Chef specials that highlight seasonal ingredients. Each dish is a masterpiece, designed to tantalize your palate and elevate your dining experience.
At Kenichi Pacific, we believe that great food deserves a great atmosphere. Enjoy our inviting setting, where friendly service meets a vibrant ambiance, perfect for intimate dinners or lively gatherings with friends and family. Join us for a culinary adventure that promises not just a meal, but an amazing experience from Chef Massella and team!

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Sushi, Steak, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 4:30 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(808) 322-6400
Website
http://kenichipacific.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Christopher Massella
Catering
Offers: Full sushi station with your Private Chef Bar station Sushi, food/pupus & more At least a week notice for smaller groups.
Private party facilities
Bar area with outdoor lanai 75 guests maxSmall Dining room hold up to 14 guests maxTwo out side patio (Covered) hold up to 30 guests max

Location
78-6831 Ali'i Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
Neighbourhood
Kailua-Kona
Cross Street
Kamehameha III
Parking details
We are located in Keauhou Shopping Center. We do have plenty of parking space.
Public transit
Keauhou shuttle Open-Air 44 seat trolley type shuttle. Between Keauhou and Kailua town eight times a day.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Seared Beef Carpaccio
Tellicherry pepper | Truffle Ponzu
Chilled Seasonal Oyster
Coconut Finadene | Salmon Ikura | Spring Onion
Hamachi Tiradito GF* (New Style)
Serrano Chili | House Ponzu | Micros | Cilantro
Seasonal Oyster & Quail Egg Shooter
Seasonal Oyster | Quail egg | Spring Onion | House Ponzu | Daikon Oroshi
Sunomono Salad
Japanese Cucumber | Wakame Seaweed | Sesame seeds Add Shrimp / Octopus $5

Entrees

Duck Confit
Ginger Sweet Potato | Tempura Baby Spinach | Zhenjiang Reduction
Pan Seared Chicken
Japanese Mushrooms | Kimchi Butter | Neri Goma
Diver Scallop Coconut Curry
Udon Noodles | Braised Vegetables | Fresh Coriander | Ocean Tuile
Wafu Style Mushroom Pasta
Japanese Mushroom | Temopura Baby Spinach | Zhenjiang reduction
Chicken Katsu Carbonara
Smoked Bacon | Dashi Cream | Bonita Flakes | Kizami Nori
Itameshi Kauai Shrimp & Scallop Risotto GF*
Mushroom Dashi | Tomato Brodo | Parmigiano Reggiano
Macadamia Crusted Lamb Chops
Crispy Ulu | Baby Spinach | Cherry Tomatoes | Zhenjiang Reduction
Misoyaki Broiled Black Cod or Salmon
Neri Goma Spaetzle | Edamame Succotash | Misoyaki Glaze
Japanese Style Spaghetti & Clams
Manila Clams | Cherry Tomatoes | Sweet Onion | Sake Butter | Italian Parsley
Yakiniku Short Ribs
Nishime Vegetables | Sunomono Salad | Kiroboshi Daikon | Steamed Rice | Truffleyaki Sauce

Sides

Honey Gochujang Brussel Sprouts
Bacon Lardons | Panko Gremolata | Macadamia Nuts
Sake Glazed Mushrooms GF*
Japanese Mushrooms | Tamari Butter | Lemon Zest
Buttery Soy Glazed Noodles
Parmigiano Reggiano | Tamari Butter
Potato Puree
Regular $8 | Truffle $14 | Wasabi $10

Hot (Warm) Tasting

Manapua Duo
Duck confit | Braised Pork | Organic Greens | Pickled Vegetables
Asian BBQ. Ribs
Barbeque Sauce | Herb Oil | Sesame Seeds | Spring Onion
Age'dashi Tofu
Fried tofu, green onions, grated ginger, bonito flakes, dashi broth
Wok Charred Edamame
Sea Salt | Yuzu Shichimi | Charred Lime
Grilled Hamachi Kama GF*
House Ponzu | Spring Onion | Oroshi Daikon
Charred Shishito Peppers V*GF*
House Ponzu | Sea Salt
Japanese Street Corn GF*
Miso Butter | Cotija Cheese | Shichimi Mayo | Bonita Flakes | Aonori Powder
Spicy Crispy Calamari
Blistered Shishitos | Yuzu Shichimi | Charred Lime | Ginger Aioli
Vegetable Tempura
Tentsuya Dipping Sauce Add Shrimp $4.5
Karaage Chicken
Pineapple Relish | Miso Aioli | Tsuma Salad
Miso Cod
Misoyaki Glaze | Spring Onion
Dynamite Shrimp
Tempura Shrimp | Masago Mayo | Unagi Reduction

Soup

Miso Soup
Add Clams $6

Fresh Wasabi

Fresh Wasabi
Freshly grated wasabi from Japan

Meats

includes One Sauce

Filet Mignon 8oz
Ribeye 12oz
Add on to Meats
Kauai Shrimp $16 | Diver Scallop $18 | Lobster Tail MP
Add on Sauces
Truffleyake Glaze | KP Sauce | Shitake Bordelaise | Garlic Cilantro

Sushi Rolls

Soft Shell Crab Roll
Inside: Tempura Crab | Avocado | Kaiware sprouts | Truffle Outside: Daikon Sheet | Ginger Masago
Shogun Shrimp Roll
Inside: Tempura Shrimp | Japanese Cucumber Outside: Ahi Tuna | Wasabi | Tobiko | Uni | Unagi Reduction
Samurai Eel roll
Inside: Avocado | Japanese Cucumber Outside: Freshwater Eel | Unagi Reduction | Sesame Seeds
Rainbow Roll GF*
Inside: Surimi Crab | Avocado | Cucumber Outside: White Fish | Salmon | Shrimp | Tuna | Avocado
Vegas Roll
Inside: Avocado | Serrano Slivers | Tempura Shrimp Outside: Spicy Crab | KP Sauce | Unagi Reduction | Crispy Shallots
Nojo Vegetable Roll V*GF*
Inside: Cucumber | Avocado | Spring Onion | Pickled Burdock | Shiso Leaf | Soy Paper
Tempura Shrimp Roll
Inside: Tiger Prawn | Spring Onion | Spicy Aoli | Unagi Reduction
Cucumber Roll V*GF*
Inside: Sushi Rice | Cucumber
Avocado Roll V*GF*
Inside: Sushi Rice | Kona Avocado
California Roll GF*
Inside: Surimi Crab | Avocado | Cucumber
Spicy Tuna Roll GF*
Tuna Tartare | Cucumber | Smelt Roe
Tuna Roll
Sushi Rice | Ahi Tuna
Tsunami Roll
Inside: Kanikama | Tempura Shrimp | Unagi | Avocado | Cucumber Outside: Unagi Reduction | Spicy Aoli | Masago | Spring Onion | Sesame Seeds
Natto Roll GF*
Fermented Soybeans | Spring Onion
Avocado & Cucumber Roll
Kona Avocado | Cucumber
Bushido Roll
Inside: Avocado | Tempura Shishito Pepper Outside: Kanpachi | Yuzu Kosho

Nigiri

Yellowtail
Salmon
Saba
Ebi
Unagi
Tako
Ahi Tuna
Sweet Ebi
Big Island Kanpachi
Ikura Nigiri

Sashimi

Yellowtail
Ahi Tuna
Salmon
Big Island Kanpachi
Hamachi Toro

Signature Nigiri

Kona Kanpachi Nigiri
Kanpachi | Yuzu | Tobiko | Inamono
Maguro Zuke Nigiri
Soy Blanched ahi | Fresh Daikon Oroshi
Seared Hamakua Ali'i Mushroom Nigiri
Yuzu Miso | Lemon Zest | Torched
Aburi Salmon Harasu Nigiri
Salmon Belly | Unagi Reduction | Lemon Zest | Garlic Chips | Torched
Sea Salt & Lime Cured Saba Nigiri
Tsu Vinegar | Fresh Ginger | Spring Onion
Hamachi Nigiri
Wasabi Tobiko | Lemon Zest
Diver Scallop Nigiri GF*
Salted Kombu | Lime Zest
Uni Nigiri GF*
Uni | Grated Wasabi

Sashimi Dinners

Served with Miso Soup & Steamed Rice

Poke Chirashi
An Array of Diced & Sliced Fish | Sushi Rice | Avocado | Salmon Roe | Sesame Ponzu | Arare | Cucumber
Sashimi Dinner GF*
Yellowtail | Kanpachi | Salmon | Tuna

Desserts

Chocolate Molten Cake
White Chocolate Cremeux | Raspberry Coulis | Haupia Ice Cream
Banana Fosters
Burnt Miso Butterscotch | Haupia Ice Cream | Roasted Macadamia Nuts
Ice Cream
Inquire for Daily Flavor
Sorbet
Inquire for daily flavor

Keiki Menu

Buttery Soy Glazed Noodles
Parmigiano Reggiano | Tamari Butter
Karaage Chicken
Edamame Succotash | Steamed Rice
Grilled Filet Mignon 4oz
Edamame Succotash | Potato Puree

Sizzling Plates

12 oz Ribeye Steak
Yasai Vegetables | Truffleyaki Sauce
Surf & Turf
8 oz Filet Mignon | (3) Kauai Shrimp | Grilled Broccolini | Tempura Onion Ring
Seafood Trio
Lobster Tail | Diver Scallops | Kauai Shrimp | Bok Choy | Grilled Onions

What 1,548 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.1Service
4.1Ambience
3.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Hawaii
Sushi
Hawaii / Big Island
Innovative
Hawaii / Big Island
Healthy
Hawaii / Big Island
Neighbourhood gem
Hawaii / Big Island
Great for fine wines
Hawaii / Big Island
Good for special occasions
Hawaii / Big Island
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Kenichi Pacific offers a delightful dining experience with "food was phenomenal" and "excellent service." Guests rave about the "amazing sushi" and "wonderful meals" that feature creative dishes like the Chef's Special Mahi-mahi. With a warm atmosphere, knowledgeable staff, and standout menu items, this is a must-visit spot for food enthusiasts.

1,548 Reviews

S
Scott
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Kenichi's is always a safe bet for a nice evening out. Service is top-notch and food quality is good.
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K
Kimberly
Omaha
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Parking is a hassle downtown but Kona Inn has great service, wonderful food and the traditional Kona vibe with the large wicker chairs, open ocean air and can hear the waves. We loved it!
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M
Martin
VIP
New York City
166 reviews
5.0
166 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another wonderful evening! We had our favorite table waiting even though it was very busy and Malia our fabulous server! We had the mahi mahi and lamb and an exceptional sushi roll made by the sushi chef (thank you!) and dessert… thanks again for the lovely hospitality and delicious food!
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S
Susan
Hawaii
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
This review does not reflect service or food, etc., because there was no experience to rate. I made a reservation on Feb 9 at 6pm for a birthday dinner. To our surprise when we arrived, the restaurant was closed. No signage was posted and the hours showed that they were supposed to be open. It was such a bummer, but fortunately Teshima’s restaurant up the hill was able to accommodate our party of 6.
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Denise
VIP
Los Angeles
8 reviews
1.0
8 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Took 5 minutes standing in line to wait to be seated at table. No one ever came to serve us . After 15 minutes husband went inside to request service. After 5 more minutes of neglect we walked out ! Terrible customer service! Never will return.
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ron
VIP
Hawaii
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 1
Food quality has gone down and favorites on the menu have been taken off!
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M
Martin
VIP
New York City
166 reviews
5.0
166 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another outstanding evening here! Our second time back since arriving in Kona! The owners welcomed us back so graciously! Lovely people and we had Malia as our server who again was incredible! We had the zen and emperor sushi rolls, and the risotto with shrimp and scallops which was to die for! Also some sashimi dessert and a lovely bottle of wine! Perfect dinner! See you again before we leave
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M
Martin
VIP
New York City
166 reviews
5.0
166 reviews
Dined on February 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love Kenichi and always return when in Kona! It just gets better every time ! They updated the menu and it’s wonderful! We had the incredible kampachi special and the divine sushi rolls and dynamite shrimp! And we also tried the ahi tuna special which was sublime! Malia our server is always wonderful and giving all her attention! A great thank you to owners Jordan and Chris who work non stop to make this place special! We’ll be back Friday! Go please… they revamped the inside and it really looks wonderful
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Fran
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We made a reservation because we knows our son was getting engaged in Hawaii and we wanted to celebrate at Kenichi because we love it. We requested a bottle of champagne and when they were out of our requested brand they substituted a more expensive brand. The food was delicious as always and the night was perfect.
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Connie
VIP
Phoenix
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We started at the bar for happy hour. Food and drinks were very good. Bartender did an amazing job with all the people. Then we went to the dining room and shared the fish special and a salad. Very very good. We had a great meal and enjoyable time
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FAQs

Kenichi Pacific is rated 4.1 stars by 1548 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 20 times today

78-6831 Ali'i Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

Additional information

Cross Street
Kamehameha III
Neighbourhood
Kailua-Kona
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 4:30 pm–6:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Sushi, Steak, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
We are located in Keauhou Shopping Center. We do have plenty of parking space.
Public transit
Keauhou shuttle Open-Air 44 seat trolley type shuttle. Between Keauhou and Kailua town eight times a day.
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Christopher Massella
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://kenichipacific.com/
Phone number
(808) 322-6400
Catering
Offers: Full sushi station with your Private Chef Bar station Sushi, food/pupus & more At least a week notice for smaller groups.
Private party facilities
Bar area with outdoor lanai 75 guests maxSmall Dining room hold up to 14 guests maxTwo out side patio (Covered) hold up to 30 guests max

Kenichi Pacific

Make a reservation

Additional information

Seafood Trio

Tsunami Roll

Sashimi Dinner GF

Greens

Raw and Local

Honeycrisp Apple & Bok Choy salad

Cool Tasting

Seared Beef Carpaccio

Chilled Seasonal Oyster

Hamachi Tiradito GF* (New Style)

Seasonal Oyster & Quail Egg Shooter

Sunomono Salad

Entrees

Duck Confit

Pan Seared Chicken

Diver Scallop Coconut Curry

Wafu Style Mushroom Pasta

Chicken Katsu Carbonara

Itameshi Kauai Shrimp & Scallop Risotto GF*

Macadamia Crusted Lamb Chops

Misoyaki Broiled Black Cod or Salmon

Japanese Style Spaghetti & Clams

Yakiniku Short Ribs

Sides

Honey Gochujang Brussel Sprouts

Sake Glazed Mushrooms GF*

Buttery Soy Glazed Noodles

Potato Puree

Hot (Warm) Tasting

Manapua Duo

Asian BBQ. Ribs

Age'dashi Tofu

Wok Charred Edamame

Grilled Hamachi Kama GF*

Charred Shishito Peppers V*GF*

Japanese Street Corn GF*

Spicy Crispy Calamari

Vegetable Tempura

Karaage Chicken

Miso Cod

Dynamite Shrimp

Soup

Miso Soup

Fresh Wasabi

Fresh Wasabi

Meats

Filet Mignon 8oz

Ribeye 12oz

Add on to Meats

Add on Sauces

Sushi Rolls

Soft Shell Crab Roll

Shogun Shrimp Roll

Samurai Eel roll

Rainbow Roll GF*

Vegas Roll

Nojo Vegetable Roll V*GF*

Tempura Shrimp Roll

Cucumber Roll V*GF*

Avocado Roll V*GF*

California Roll GF*

Spicy Tuna Roll GF*

Tuna Roll

Tsunami Roll

Natto Roll GF*

Avocado & Cucumber Roll

Bushido Roll

Nigiri

Yellowtail

Salmon

Saba

Ebi

Unagi

Tako

Ahi Tuna

Sweet Ebi

Big Island Kanpachi

Charred Shishito Peppers VGF

Nojo Vegetable Roll VGF

Cucumber Roll VGF

Avocado Roll VGF