Ramen in Kailua-Kona

Kona's two go-to ramen shops are Ikkyu Ramen in the Lanihau Center (rated about 4.6 on Google, known for black garlic and curry ramen and big portions) and Daiichi Ramen in Kona Commons (known for its spicy kara and tantanmen ramen, plus katsu and gyoza). Both are open daily for lunch and dinner.

• Ikkyu Ramen: 75-5595 Palani Road (Lanihau Center), Kailua-Kona. Open daily about 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Phone 808-329-8640. Try the black garlic oil ramen or curry chicken ramen; there's a vegan miso option and katsu plates.
• Daiichi Ramen: 74-5452 Makala Boulevard (Kona Commons), Kailua-Kona. Open daily from about 10:30 a.m. into the evening. Known for spicy kara ramen, tantanmen, tonkotsu and black garlic ramen; family-friendly with combo meals and takeout.
• Both are a few minutes from Aliʻi Drive and about 15 minutes from the Kona airport.
• Hours change; check the shop's listing before you go.

Sources: Total Ramen: best ramen in Kailua-Kona (Aug. 2026) · Wanderlog: Ikkyu Ramen · Daiichi Ramen Kailua-Kona

Last checked Oct. 30, 2026. Hours, fees and rules can change, so confirm with the official source before you go.