Broke Da Mouth Grindz
Kailua-Kona, Kailua Kona
Restaurant in Kailua Kona, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
A practical Kailua Kona pick for a casual midweek meal rather than a polished special occasion. Broke Da Mouth Grindz is easiest to justify when convenience and local character matter more than waterfront setting, with Wednesday-to-Saturday hours making timing the main planning point.
About Broke Da Mouth Grindz
For a Kailua Kona food stop, Broke Da Mouth Grindz works when the plan calls for a casual venue with limited operating windows rather than an always-open fallback. The key planning details are simple: it is a casual venue in Kailua Kona, it operates on a limited Wednesday-through-Saturday schedule.
The useful thing here is fit: a casual venue with limited weekly hours. It fits the slot where a diner wants a direct Kailua Kona meal and can plan around the schedule. If the goal is simply to choose a casual meal, Broke Da Mouth Grindz is a reasonable name to keep on the list.
Use it for a casual Kailua Kona meal with limited hours
The decision is mostly about timing and expectations. Broke Da Mouth Grindz is a casual venue, with service Wednesday through Saturday from 11 AM–2:30 PM and 4–8 PM. It is closed Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, so it should not be treated as an always-available fallback.
Keep plans flexible. Here, the value is in choosing it when a casual Kailua Kona meal and the opening windows match your plans.
Where it sits in a Kailua Kona eating plan
Compared with 808 Grindz Cafe, this is a similar kind of planning decision: consider it when a casual meal matters more than a highly defined format. For travelers comparing several options, Broke Da Mouth Grindz is best evaluated on its basics: Kailua Kona location, casual dress code, Wednesday-through-Saturday lunch and dinner windows.
For broader planning, use our full Kailua Kona restaurants guide alongside our full Kailua Kona bars guide. Other named options to compare naturally include 808 Grindz Cafe, Island Breeze Luau, Kona Brewing Co. Quinn's Almost by the Sea, Umekes Fish Market Bar & Grill, depending on the kind of outing you want.
Planning details
- Location
- 74-5565 Luhia St, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
- Website
- brokedamouthgrindz.com
- Phone
- (808) 327-1499
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Broke Da Mouth Grindz reads like a seriously local Kona lunchroom. The name, rendered in Pidgin, signals the down-to-earth register before you see the menu; the write-up places the shop in an industrial stretch rather than on the visitor-facing Ali’i Drive. The tone is unpretentious and rooted—this is a place built around plate-lunch logic: two scoops of rice, macaroni salad, and a hearty protein influenced by Japanese, Korean, Filipino, Portuguese and Native Hawaiian traditions. Expect straightforward, generous portions and a culture of everyday eating rather than tourist spectacle.
Best For
This is a quintessential midday stop for local workers, contractors and residents rather than a resort detour. The copy emphasizes the restaurant’s role in daily life—generous plates, accessible prices and efficient service tailored to people grabbing a reliable, filling meal. It’s best for solo lunches, quick group meals with co-workers, or anyone looking to experience an authentic Kona plate-lunch rhythm: fast, familiar and substantial. If you want a formal sit-down or an ocean view, a different neighborhood will suit you better.
Ordering Tips
Order in the spirit of plate-lunch tradition: expect two scoops of rice and a scoop of macaroni salad alongside your main. The menu leans on multicultural Hawaiian classics—Garlic Furikake Chicken and Lau Lau are highlighted as signature examples—so pick a protein that reflects the islands’ blended influences. Portions skew generous and price points are designed for regulars, so come hungry. Because the operation is counter-focused and aimed at a lunchtime crowd, prepare for straightforward, immediate service rather than elaborate plating.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual local grindz spot with friendly service serving hearty Hawaiian plate lunches.
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Vibe
Best For
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Garlic Furikake Chicken
- Lau Lau
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to go if this does not fit
If timing does not work with the Wednesday-to-Saturday schedule, try 808 Grindz Cafe for another casual Kona option. For a group that wants a bigger, easier setting, Kona Brewing Co. is the safer backup.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Kailua Kona
Choose Broke Da Mouth Grindz when the priority is a casual meal without turning the outing into a production. Umekes Fish Market Bar & Grill is the stronger cross-shop for a more structured seafood-focused plan, while Kona Brewing Co. makes more sense for groups that want beer, a bigger room, an easier all-purpose setting.
Quinn's Almost by the Sea is the better alternative when the evening needs more of a classic Kona town feel. Island Breeze Luau is not a direct meal-for-meal substitute; pick it when the experience matters more than dining flexibility. 808 Grindz Cafe is the closest practical cross-shop for a similarly casual, value-minded stop.
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Compare Broke Da Mouth Grindz
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Broke Da Mouth Grindz | Kailua Kona | 2026 Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Featured Restaurants |
| Umekes Fish Market Bar & Grill | Kailua Kona | No published awards |
| Kona Brewing Co. | Kailua Kona | No published awards |
| Quinn's Almost by the Sea | Kailua Kona | No published awards |
| Island Breeze Luau | Kailua Kona | No published awards |
| 808 Grindz Cafe | Kailua Kona | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Broke Da Mouth Grindz?
Choose based on the current menu when you arrive. Broke Da Mouth Grindz is a casual venue in Kailua Kona.
Is lunch or dinner better at Broke Da Mouth Grindz?
Both can work within the posted hours. Broke Da Mouth Grindz is open Wednesday through Saturday from 11 AM–2:30 PM and again from 4–8 PM, it is closed Sunday through Tuesday.
What are alternatives to Broke Da Mouth Grindz in Kailua Kona?
If you want another casual decision, compare it with 808 Grindz Cafe. Umekes Fish Market Bar & Grill, Kona Brewing Co. Quinn's Almost by the Sea, Island Breeze Luau may also fit different dining plans in or around Kailua Kona.
How far ahead should I book Broke Da Mouth Grindz?
Plan around the opening windows: Wednesday through Saturday, 11 AM–2:30 PM and 4–8 PM.
What should a first-timer know about Broke Da Mouth Grindz?
Know the hours before you go: closed Monday, Tuesday, Sunday, open Wednesday through Saturday from 11 AM–2:30 PM and 4–8 PM. The dress code is casual.
Is Broke Da Mouth Grindz good for a special occasion?
The dress code is casual, so frame it as a casual Kailua Kona meal and plan around the hours. For a different kind of outing, compare it with options such as Quinn's Almost by the Sea or Island Breeze Luau.
