Critiques for OCEAN FRONT VACATION rentals

Critiques & discerning TRAVEL AND GOURMET publications

Oceanfront-Hawaii.com is pleased to announce that Coupled-Opinion has joined with us to provide their winners of this Summer's (2006) KONA GOURMAND QUEST - an independent survey made without disclosure to, or remuneration from, restaurants visited by "Couples".

The Kona Coast 'the best of the best" restaurants were chosen on the basis of:
Cuisine - scrumptious and well presented and locals love it
Ambiance - decor and pleasant dining atmosphere
Service - competence, courtesy and Aloha spirit
"It" - that indefinable something that says: " Excellent, we'll be back!"

     #5 MIXX is the most sophisticated/chic/bar/eatery on the Island. The elegant furnishing and extensive wine bar alone make stopping in ‘a must’. Located beside Kailua’s only genuine wine market the MIXX BISTRO BAR is loved by local residents and repeat visitors since it provides the perfect meeting place. Live music most evenings and Jazz on Sundays. 329 7334

     #4 Kee'i Cafe up Captain Cook way: About 25 minutes south (Mountain side) on the upper road is a jewel. Clearly the straightforward presentation translates as: "everything here is about great food." Don't be put off by the difficult entry, or that they do not take credit cards. Our COUPLE (s) say “You'll be back”. 322-9992

     #3 La Bourgogne French Restaurant: For locals this is a special place for special evenings of romance, conversation, intimacy and incredible food. Despite its popularity, this little fin de siecle eatery maintains its quiet elegance. Your hosts, Ron and Colleen, consider additions of uniquely prepared fresh fish to each evening's menu, their contribution to Kona’s unique fusion cuisine. 329-6711

     #2 Jackie Rey’s Ohana Grill : The short journey up to the old “Pottery Terrace” will bring you to one of Kona’s best kept secrets. This is a genuine “da kin” local’s eatery. No visit to the Big Island is complete without a stop at this "virtually-unknown-to-tourists" cafe. The magic that comes out of the kitchen can only be described as robust and yummy! And the desserts - double yummy! 327-0209

     #1 Kenichi @ Keauhou shopping center: Some would say expensive. Our COUPLE(s) called it exquisite. The food is definitely fusion. Asian/Hawaiian/French are the cuisines represented here. While the Sushi is cutting edge, the rest of the menu is superbly flavored "international". Make reservations. 322-6400