What's Fresh in Kona? Summer 2025 - New Restaurants & Community Highlights

Join Eric & Julie Ziemelis as we take you on a flavorful journey through Kailua-Kona’s newest restaurants, and exciting community updates! From gourmet tapas to artisan bagels, smoked meats, and even craft spirits, this episode is packed with local flavor.

Here’s what you’ll see in this episode:

🥘 Papa’s Tapas – Oceanfront Mediterranean small plates & handcrafted cocktails with Chef Kyle.
🥪 The Whip – Gourmet sandwiches, vegan options & a second-floor Pau Hana hangout.
🛹 Kona Skatepark Expansion – Bigger, better, and built by volunteers..
🥯 Leilani’s Bakery – Fresh bagels, ube coffee cake, and locally sourced baked goods.
🚚 Food Truck Friday – Growing community event every other week.
🌭 Kona Cape Dogs – Gourmet hot dogs & a family-run casual dining space.
🌊 New Duke’s Restaurant Update – Renovation progress & opening timeline.
🥃 Big Island Bottle Shop – Curated craft spirits, local liquors, and tasting events.
🏟 Pualani Estates Park Upgrade – New parking, better ballgame views & more parking.

Chapters
0:00 Intro
1:15 Papa's Tapas
4:50 New Kailua Kona Post Office
5:35 Da Wip
10:08 Lele Bakery
15:00 Food Truck Friday
16:30 Kona Cape Dogs
21:35 Dukes In Keauhou
22:27 Big Island Bottle Shop
27:07 Pualani Estates Park - New Parking


We love supporting local entrepreneurs and sharing what’s new in town! If you visit any of these spots, tell them 365 Hawaii sent you – it helps local businesses know their stories are reaching the community.

💌 Want to connect?
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📧 [email protected] | 📞 808-333-1004
🌐 www.365hawaiilRE.com
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