KENICHI BENTO 
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78-6831 Ali‘i Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, United States $$ Japanese Restaurant About This Food Place
If you're looking for a casual spot to grab a bite, KENICHI BENTO on Ali‘i Dr offers a laid-back atmosphere with plenty of seating both inside and outdoors. They focus on a mix of Japanese and Asian flavors, serving everything from sushi and noodles to grilled seafood and fish and chips. Whether you're stopping by for a quick lunch, dinner, or a small plate to share, the place keeps it simple with comfort food and healthy options. It's easy to get in and out with choices like kerbside pickup and no-contact delivery, and the space welcomes everyone—including solo diners and folks bringing dogs outside. Parking is usually straightforward, which helps when you're just looking to enjoy a relaxed meal without fuss.
Why People Come Here
- People come here for conveniently priced bento meals that can be enjoyed on-site, outdoors, or taken to nearby locations like the beach.
- This place is often chosen for its varied menu offering traditional Japanese dishes alongside sushi and seafood options.
- Customers frequently visit for the ready-to-eat lunch options ideal for quick meals during the day.
- People come here for its accessible location within a shopping center with free and ample parking available.
- This place is often chosen for casual takeout and dining experiences with limited seating accommodating small groups.
A Quick Look at the Menu
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When & How to Enjoy This Place
KENICHI BENTO is perfect for a relaxed lunch or casual dinner, whether you’re flying solo or with a small group. Enjoy your bento or sushi at the shady outdoor seating for a laid-back meal, or grab a quick bite to take away if you’re on the go. The cozy ambiance suits both solo diners looking for comfort food and friends sharing small plates. With ample parking and easy takeaway options, it’s a convenient spot to savor authentic Japanese flavors at your own pace.
Reviews
Kat B
Delicious, varied bento offerings including chicken katsu and butterfish, which were divine! Ready to eat inside, outside at their shady tables or grab to take to the beach. Tucked inside the center but easy to find. Don’t miss!
D. Schaefer
Food was solid. Portions were ample. Limited seating options for party of four. Parking was free and plentiful.
Dani Taylor
This place has fantastic sushi! We just happened to stumble into Sushi Happy Hour, which was very fortuitous. Our waitress, Anon, was very kind and helpful when it came to picking rolls my husband and I would enjoy. She even pointed out some must see places on the island for us. (Took a photo but my camera may have brought some of the beach with me. Haha) 5/5 - highly recommend!
Yoon Ho Choi
could be closed. ask host at the Kenichi restaurant to open. all good but noodle was not good.
Mary
Delicious Take-out purchase was the Combo 9 Bento and the Dynamite Shrimp Bento. Very authentic Japanese flavors, unbelievable they make vegetables Nishime daily. I'll only make it on New Year's day.
Yulily
Kenichi Bento used to supply their meals to the KTA store in the same shopping center, but they’ve now opened their own independent takeout shop just around the back of the building. The bentos and onigiri don’t have specific names or prices displayed, so you simply choose what looks good to you from the showcase. We selected two bentos, two rice balls, and a katsu curry, which came to a total of $58.47. We also purchased a bottle of water for $3.40. The prices are a bit higher compared to other bentos in the area, but each box felt like a beautifully arranged kaiseki meal — full of variety, visually elegant, and absolutely delicious. The presentation was so beautiful that we couldn’t help but take photos of the empty containers — the design was just that lovely! There are a couple of outdoor tables available, and we enjoyed our lunch there. If you prefer a sit-down meal, there’s also Kenichi Pacific, a Japanese restaurant located right next door.
Ann McInroy
Great food and awesome price! Highly recommend their happy hour!
Jade Valeho
Online order was simple. I provided wrong time and was able to connect via text to advise of correct time of pick up. Pleasant experience.
When to Visit
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
- Closed
- 11:00 AM - 02:00 PM , 04:00 PM - 08:00 PM
- 11:00 AM - 02:00 PM , 04:00 PM - 08:00 PM
- 11:00 AM - 02:00 PM , 04:00 PM - 08:00 PM
- 11:00 AM - 02:00 PM , 04:00 PM - 08:00 PM
- 11:00 AM - 02:00 PM , 04:00 PM - 08:00 PM
- Closed
