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Kona Grill - Tampa
Kona Grill offers diners freshly prepared food, personalized service & a warm contemporary ambiance that creates an exceptional, yet affordable dining experience.
The diverse menu includes a wide variety of mainstream American dishes, as well as a variety of entrees & appetizers with an international influence. Specialties include Baked Sea Bass in a miso-sake marinade, Almond Crusted Pork Tenderloin, & Kona Grill's signature dish - Macadamia Nut Chicken.
Kona Grill also features an award-winning sushi menu containing all of the traditional favorites plus several unique dishes created by talented sushi chefs.
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116 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 116 reviews
5 stars
(46)
4 stars
(45)
3 stars
(17)
2 stars
(7)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- good for groups(54)
- fit for foodies(43)
- special occasion(40)
- great for outdoor dining(39)
- vibrant bar scene(35)
- great for lunch(30)
Kona Grill - Tampa Reviews List
Review 1 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Happy Hour - Wine Down Wednesday
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Tip: arrive early. The place gets packed."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 2 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Consistently Good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have dined at Kona Grill many times, always enjoying the sushi rolls and various entrees. Because of diet considerations, I now have to be very careful as to what I eat, which limits restaurant choices. Kona Grill now has a skinny menu, which, when combined, with other low calorie offerings on the regular menu, makes for an enjoyable experience. For example, My husband had the glazed salmon, which was delicious, and a great dish for a calorie conscious dieter. Too bad that I had to bypass the desserts that I love to eat there!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 3 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My kids took me to Kona Grill for Mother's Day and I absolutely loved the food. The hostess was friendly when we arrived, my waiter was excellent, and most importantly the food was DELISHOUS! The steak was cooked perfectly and the lobster was nice and tender. I will be visiting Kona Grill on a regular basis!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 4 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Pleasant Surprise!
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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I took my family to Kona Grill on the eve of Mother's Day. We were all very pleasantly surprised at how delicious the food was. My mother ordered the sea bass and gave me a bite of her dish, which melted in my mouth--probably one of the best tasting fish I've ever experienced and her sentiments were the same. My father ordered steak and also said it was one of the best cuts of meat he's ever had. My parents aren't quick to make statements like this so I was thrilled they enjoyed it so much. The dessert portions were borderline obscene, they were so huge I couldn't stop laughing when they arrived. But they were equally delicious (easily shareable for four people per plate) and gave us plenty to take home. Overall I loved the Kona Grill!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Review 5 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
nice surprise
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"food was tasty, well presented and priced OK. Server was very good and professional. My freind and I both had good entrees. the Avocado egg rolls were great. The Ahi salad was very nice and the blackened grouper special was very nice. the jasmine rice was not very jasmine in flavor but texture was fine.
nice food, nice atmosphere"
nice food, nice atmosphere"
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 6 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"First time eating at Kona Grill, just dinner with the wife. Great atmosphere, food was great, service was excellent! We really enjoyed it. We would definitely go again."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 7 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice Choice
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"They have a glueten free menu, which is a nice option. I had my after party graduation dinner there, and everything was great. Service was good from the time I valet parked my car until I left the restaurant. Definitely recommend this. I did see another midsize party and a large party. So I do recommend for groups. Nice menu. The margarita flat bread and salmon entree were good. Their deserts are humongous. The brownie was my fav."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 8 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This restaurant was awesome. Was my first time here and can not wait to go back. Food was great and drinks were great. If you go here, you need to get the miso-sake sea bass, it was phenomenal. The only thing I would say is do not get the sake for a drink. The sake is good but they serve it in a little tiny carafe and you only get about 3 tiny cups out of it. Besides that atmosphere was awesome a little noisy at times. Just an all around good place to get some good food. Not recommended for a romantic meal though."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 9 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good... But not Hawaiian.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The place is fine, but nothing spectacular. Given the name, I expected it to be more "Hawaiian". Many of the menu items, such as meat loaf and clam chowder, just don't register as "island food" to me. They didn't even have a Mai tai on the specialty drink menu. Food and service were fine. Just thought it would have a different vibe and experience given the name."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2006
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Review 10 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
I was impressed with the looks
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"I was impressed with the looks of the restaurant and was really excited to try the food, as this was my 1st time. I ordered a volcano roll and a seaweed salad. The food took quite awhile to come out and when it did, I was shocked by the appearance and the portion size. I've been eating sushi for years and have never seen a volcano roll with a portion size so small and it didn't even look like a volcano roll. I mentioned this to the waiter because I figured maybe he gave me the wrong item but he assured me it was correct. Honestly, I'm still not convinced I was given the correct item. Normally 1 roll is enough to fill me up but I left the restaurant still hungry and bought food when I got back to work."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 11 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
In the past 6 months, we frequent
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"In the past 6 months, we frequent Kona. However, each time we go in yet another item on the menu has been removed. So we will most likely only visit for happy hour as that time appears to have a better deal on drinks. Eating in the dinning room no longer interest my group because many of our fav items have been removed from the menu. Along with outlandish prices on drinks as simple as capt/coke."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 12 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Just ok, overpriced
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Sushi was ok but I've had much better for a lot cheaper. The tuna tower was excellent though. I thought this place was just ok and pricey. Definitely not that memorable an experience. Our waitres was very nice."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2012
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Review 13 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Great food HORRIBLE service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was great! However, our waitress (Clarissa) was very rude & sarcastic. The service ruined my groups dinning experienced. A person in our group ordered an entree and a side salad & asked for the salad to be brought out first, our waitress answered him in a rude way "that's what I was going to do anyway." Later when she brought everyone's entree, we asked for the spicy mayo we ordered earlier, the waitresses responded with " if I had 3 arms I would have it with me right now." Our table was very patient with her & I would have to look for her & ask for a refill on my drink. I had to apologize to my group since this was the restaurant I chose."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 14 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Lousy wine list. Mediocre
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Lousy wine list. Mediocre food. Grilled amberjack special was overcooked."
Dined on 04/11/2013
2008
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Review 15 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Needs more high quality sushi
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Needs more high quality sushi options. Not enough options for vegetarians either."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2000
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 16 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Alfresco Dining
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Nice to dine outside on a Spring day. Well-informed waitress, food delivered in a timely fashion. Good portion sizable: Large dessert size. Comfortable bar area."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, hot spot
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Review 17 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The shrimp and lobster sushi
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The shrimp and lobster sushi roll was delicious. The ultra premium junmai daiginjo sake was some of the best sake my wife and I have ever had. The noise level was higher that we preferred but it was tolerable. We were able to have a conversation with out raising our voices. This was our first time dining at Kona Grill. We are looking forward to coming back."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2007
Special Features: special occasion, hot spot
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Review 18 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
wish there were cushions for
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"wish there were cushions for the outdoor seating"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2013
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Review 19 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Will Give It Another Chance
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was our first visit to Kona Grill for dinner. My husband had lunch here and thought it would be a nice spot to try for dinner. We went with another couple and were anticipating a very fun evening. The restaurant is pleasantly decorated, the vibe is upbeat and the evening started off well; unfortunately, once our drinks were ordered, everything went downhill from there! We sent back four drinks because they were terrible! and our waitress took forever to serve us, be it drinks, appetizers or meals! In all fairness, she had a very large table to wait on as well as ours and a few others, but the manager should have been prepared as we all had reservations. The dinners were delicious and that is the only reason we will try it again."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2010
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Review 20 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
There is a wide variety to
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"There is a wide variety to choose from here. From sushi to flatbread to burgers to Asian inspired entrees.
My wife had the tuna tower which was delicious. And a couple sushi rolls which I'd rate a B.
I had the Hawaiian Rib eye. Great flavor. The country style mashed potatoes that came with it, though seasoned well, were not creamy whatsoever. Pasty. And the broccoli was overcooked. Had the sides been properly done, they could've elevated a great tasing steak into an overall great dish.
The waitress was fine. Did the job adequately, but just took too long checking in, especially when we wanted the check."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 21 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The macadamia nut chicken
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The macadamia nut chicken is the best!!"
Dined on 03/22/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, great for lunch
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Review 22 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Second Chance
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We decided to give Kona a second chance and very glad we did. Salmon salad was excellent, fish perfectly done. Yellowtail sashimi was also excellent. Great service. We will be back!"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups
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Review 23 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food is good. Nothing spectacular.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food is good. Nothing spectacular. I would rate it as above chilis. But there are lots of better restaurants around that area. Service is good, a little slow. I wouldn't go back there for awhile, when there are so many other good restaurants near there."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2012
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Review 24 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very nice dinner and ambiance.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very nice dinner and ambiance. Our server was very good and attentive."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 25 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
VERY DISAPPOINTED YET AGAIN........
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is the third time I have visited Kona Grill for a special birthday celebration. It is always duly noted in the comment section on the reservation.
Service is always mediocre. Never ONCE was the persons birthday. I had a member of the NY Yankees celebration last year and it was NEVER acknowledged in any way.
It appears that the hostess station does not communicate with the server the special situation. VERY DISAPPOINTING.
Your servers on all 3 occasions are not familiar with the menu and could not answer any basic questions. I
Kona Grill will not be a first choice again.
Thank you ,
Livia"
Livia"
Dined on 02/28/2013
2010
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Review 26 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our server made the dinner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our server made the dinner great from start to finish!"
Dined on 02/21/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups
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Review 27 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Not my first visit to this
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Not my first visit to this restaurant which offers a variety of menu options with a pan asian flair"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 28 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Place
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"you can never go wrong at Kona Grill."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 29 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food is great, the service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food is great, the service is awesome. The decor on the dining side needs to be updated maybe."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 30 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
To open to noisy food is ok.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"To open to noisy food is ok. To pricey for whats offered"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
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Review 31 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Valentine's Visit
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I made reservations for The Kona Grill for Valentine's Day and this turned out to be a great decision. While I was not a fan of every bit of the food we were served or menu choices, as I am from Hawaii and would have loved to see some more local style food made into fine dinning style (maybe a gourmet haupia or poke), the vast majority of the food was excellent. Both my guest and I had the Rib Eye which is a teriyaki version and is very good and authentic. The mashed potatoes that went along with it were a little too paste like for our taste, but the flavor was good. We split the bannana cream pie for dessert and this was excellent, with the crust being incredible. The service was great. Overall a very good Valentine's experience."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 32 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Freshest Sushi & Fish
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Every time I go to Kona Grill the service is amazing. The wait staff is friendly, educated on the menu and very attentive. My favorite sushi spot!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 33 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Special night out or Weeknight meal
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"All around pleased. Food was fast and great. Server was ahead of the game. Not outrageously priced either."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2011
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 34 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Perfect romantic evening !
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I made reservations for Valentines day dinner , and it was perfect !
My husband and I both had the surf and turf special and they were both cooked to perfection.
Our waiter was great, I wish I could recall his name.
We will be coming back, and telling friends about it !"
My husband and I both had the surf and turf special and they were both cooked to perfection.
Our waiter was great, I wish I could recall his name.
We will be coming back, and telling friends about it !"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 35 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Just ok food, with good service
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Just ok food, with good service"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
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Review 36 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Special
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"One of my favorites. When the occasion is special, then Kona is the special place."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 37 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Took my girlfriend here for
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Took my girlfriend here for Valentine's Day. She got a soft-shell crab sandwich and I had the special of the night (Steak and Lobster, $40). They were both delicious, but after tasting hers I think I would have gotten something on the normal menu because it was really awesome, and $25 less (I'm a student). Overall, really good food and nice service (was very good considering it was such a busy event night)."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 38 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I only dine at Kona Grill
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I only dine at Kona Grill just under 10 times a year and every since my first experience 2 years ago, I have never been disappointed. I love the fact that every time I do go, there is some addition to the menu or an option and it never disappoints."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 39 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
It was good not great. They
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was good not great. They had the standard fare sushi, nothing different."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2008
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Review 40 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
sushi was fresh, wine was
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"sushi was fresh, wine was delicious and service was friendly! can't ask for more on a tuesday night!"
Dined on 02/12/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 41 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Appetizers are very generous
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Appetizers are very generous portions. Had lettuce chicken which was fairly salty but tasty. Sushi was very fresh. If you enjoy a good beer, I recommend the Sam Adams Alpine Spring- very nice malty beer with mild hoppiness and citrus overtones. It was delicious."
Dined on 02/10/2013
2008
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, great for lunch
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Review 42 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
A little disappointed
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went at lunch time and it was busy. Glad we had a reservation as we were 4 adults, 1 toddler and a baby. The staff accommodated us very well. The timing of the kitchen was really off. It took over 45 minutes for our food to be delivered. Good thing we were catching up with old friends. Once it got there, the food was not so fresh tasting. Not sure if they had part done and let it sit under the heat lamp while the rest finished or what.
Hopefully that is not the norm for them."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2012
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Review 43 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great happy hour deals 3pm-close
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great happy hour deals 3pm-close outside!"
Dined on 02/01/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, great for lunch
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Review 44 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We are always very happy to
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We are always very happy to dine at Kona Grill. They offer a variety of choices for us, as we stick to a strict menu of gluten-free food and the wine selection is phenomenal!"
Dined on 02/02/2013
2012
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 45 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great for everything
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Diverse menu, outstanding atmosphere, and reasonable prices!"
Dined on 01/25/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 46 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Trendy spot with great food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Trendy spot with great food and attentive service."
Dined on 01/27/2013
2011
Special Features: great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 47 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Had family in from Palm Springs
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"Had family in from Palm Springs CA and wanted a trendy but good place to show them what Tampa had to offer but aviod going into the mall as it was a Saturday night. Great food and great drinks, they were very happy with the service and food. This is my 4th time and it has always been a great visit."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 48 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Not entirely thrilled
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Dont know if they were just having a bad night, but the service stunk. We arrived on time, were greeted and seated quickly. Took 15 minutes for anyone to come to the table. Ordered drinks and apps, apps came before my wine ever did. Asked for extra lettuce, never got it. Food was really good but the noise in the restaurant is so loud and to boot had a huge party next to us that were obnoxiously loud and got up and down constantly. . After the conclusion of the meal it took another 15-20 to get the waitress to come back and take e check. I usually always tip 20%, i just couldnt on this one. Would have been nice to ever see a manager or someone that might have cared walking around to check on tables and guests."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining
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Review 49 for Kona Grill - Tampa
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We wanted to try something
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We wanted to try something new for our Friday Date night, and Kona Grill was on the list. I guess it was early, because the main dining room was pretty quiet at 7, but the bar area was jumping (I think it was the happy hour specials, as the hostess pointed out if we wanted to sit in the bar for the specials). Service was pretty quick. Food was tasty, and the only complaint was one of the specialty sushi rolls we ordered for an appetizer was over 2" around... way too large! The Bread Pudding Apple cake was amazing!"
Dined on 01/18/2013
2013
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Kona Grill - Tampa
Based on the average of (67) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
5 out of 5 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic