Moana

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

Quintessentially Hawaiian, Root to Shore

Moana sits within Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort, on the Big Island's Kohala Coast, where the spirit of a historic Hawaiian fishing village still shapes every plate. The concept is straightforward and honest: Pacific Rim-to-table cuisine served in a cheerful, open setting that carries the easy warmth of the village that once thrived on this shoreline.

What Arrives at the Table

Moana has earned a reputation as one of the best breakfast spots in Kona — a claim backed by lavish morning spreads that range from a Big Island Buffet to egg specials, sweet and fluffy options, and fresh local juices, kombucha, and jun alongside a full espresso program. The kitchen sources local, regional, and sustainably caught ingredients from land and sea, and that commitment carries through to dinner, where the menu moves through small plates, raw preparations, fresh salads, and substantial entrées rooted in Hawaiian produce and Pacific flavors.

The beverage program is serious enough to have earned Wine Spectator's Best of Award of Excellence in 2024 — recognition that reflects a wine list curated with the same care given to the food. Specialty cocktails, low-ABV options, and local teas round out a drinks menu built for the full arc of an evening.

The Setting and the Feeling

The dining room's "historical village vibe" is more than an aesthetic choice — Kona Village itself was reimagined with deep respect for the land and the people who have known it longest. Eating at Moana, whether at breakfast as the trade winds pick up or at dinner as the sky shifts over the bay, feels grounded in that same intention. The Hawaiian cuisine here is not decorative; it is the point.