La Bourgogne
Kailua-Kona, Kailua Kona
Restaurant in Kailua Kona, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
La Bourgogne is a practical Kona pick for a quieter planned dinner, especially if the group has already done the casual local staples. Choose it for a smaller, conversation-friendly evening; cross-shop Da Poke Shack or TJ'S BBQ By The Beach for casual value, and Kenichi Pacific for a more polished nearby dinner.
About La Bourgogne
La Bourgogne is a Kailua Kona dinner option with a limited weekly schedule and a smart-casual dress code. Plan practically: confirm it fits the night you want to dine, and compare it with other options based on schedule, occasion, and group needs.
A Kailua Kona dinner pick for planned evenings
For someone comparing familiar choices, La Bourgogne is best considered as a planned dinner stop rather than an all-day fallback. It is open only in the evening on its operating days, so it will not cover lunch or early-week dining needs. If the group is weighing other options, Da Poke Shack or TJ'S BBQ By The Beach may be useful cross-shops for a different kind of meal.
The group angle should stay practical. Confirm private-room availability, seating capacity, and event format directly rather than assuming it works as a private dining solution. For broader comparison, Laverne's Big Island Alehouse & Restaurant and Kenichi Pacific are other named options to consider while matching the dinner plan to the group's timing and preferences.
When to make it your Kailua Kona dinner slot
Use La Bourgogne for a Wednesday-through-Saturday dinner when the schedule lines up. The hours are 5–10 PM on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, with Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday closed. That makes it less useful for travelers who need a Monday, Tuesday, Sunday, or lunch option.
For a return visit, choose it for fit rather than assumptions about menu, awards, price, or service format. Anyone building a broader Kailua Kona itinerary should use Our full Kailua Kona restaurants guide for alternatives, then save La Bourgogne for a night when its dinner hours and smart-casual dress code match the plan.
Planning details
- Location
- 77-6400 Nalani St #101, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
- Website
- labourgognehawaii.com
- Phone
- +18083296711
The take
The Take
The Vibe
La Bourgogne presents French classicism with a quietly assured presence in Kailua‑Kona. The room reads intimate and cozy rather than tourist-facing, and the kitchen’s dedication to codified technique and European course progression gives the dining experience an elegant, sophisticated feel. It deliberately separates itself from the island’s waterfront, resort-driven scene — you feel transported into a small regional French bistro where sauces, method and a thoughtful wine program dictate the pace of the evening. The overall effect is refined without being ostentatious: a classic, low-key statement of old‑world hospitality on the Pacific Rim.
Best For
This is a destination for evening dining and special moments. La Bourgogne’s formal approach to courses and its substantial wine program make it well suited to date nights, anniversaries and celebratory dinners where a measured, multi‑course meal is the point. Because it sits off the main tourist strip, the restaurant feels discreet and private compared with Kona’s beachfront options, so couples and small groups who want a composed, restaurant‑forward experience gravitate here. The kitchen’s adherence to French technique keeps the focus on food and service rather than spectacle.
Ordering Tips
Approach the menu with the expectation of traditional French progressions: start with classic small plates, move through composed mains and leave room for a thoughtful finish. The restaurant highlights time‑honored preparations — Escargots de Bourgogne, Lobster Cassoulet and Rôti de Lapin à la Lavande are signature examples that demonstrate the kitchen’s technique and flavor vocabulary. Take advantage of the wine program to pair by course; the menu’s regional French leanings reward conservative, well‑matched wines that complement rich sauces and shellfish rather than overpower them.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy and intimate with richly colored walls, low ceilings, soft lighting, and elegant banquettes fostering unhurried conversations.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
Signature Dishes
- Escargots De Bourgogne
- Lobster Cassoulet
- Roti De Lapin A'la Lavande
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 77-6400 Nalani St #101, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
Planning details
Location
Also consider
If You Cannot Get the Table
Try Kenichi Pacific if the goal is still a more polished Kailua Kona dinner. For a casual group meal instead, Laverne's Big Island Alehouse & Restaurant is the more forgiving backup.
Restaurant context
How It Compares
La Bourgogne makes the strongest case when dinner needs to feel more composed than a casual Kona stop. Da Poke Shack is the better value move for a quick, low-ceremony meal, while TJ'S BBQ By The Beach is the easier call when the group wants relaxed food near the water rather than a planned sit-down evening.
Kenichi Pacific is the closer dinner cross-shop for readers who want a more polished room in Kailua Kona. Pick Kenichi Pacific when the priority is a broader restaurant-night feel; pick La Bourgogne when the priority is a quieter table and a less casual pace.
For bigger, looser groups, Laverne's Big Island Alehouse & Restaurant is the safer fit. La Bourgogne is better for a smaller dinner where conversation matters; Laverne's is better when the night can be louder, easier, and less structured.
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Compare La Bourgogne
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| La Bourgogne | Kailua Kona | No published awards |
| Da Poke Shack | Kailua Kona | No published awards |
| Da Poke Shack | Holualoa | No published awards |
| TJ'S BBQ By The Beach | Holualoa | No published awards |
| Kenichi Pacific | Kailua Kona | No published awards |
| Laverne's Big Island Alehouse & Restaurant | Kailua Kona | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about La Bourgogne?
Plan it as a dinner-only stop in Kailua Kona: La Bourgogne is open Wednesday through Saturday from 5–10 PM, with Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday closed.
How far ahead should I book La Bourgogne?
Because La Bourgogne operates only Wednesday through Saturday from 5–10 PM, it is sensible to check availability before building a dinner plan around it.
Does La Bourgogne handle dietary restrictions?
What should I wear to La Bourgogne?
The dress code is smart casual, so choose neat dinner wear for La Bourgogne in Kailua Kona.
