Kona Elks Lodge is a lodging in Kailua-Kona, HI. Open: Mon–Thu 3:00 – 8:00 PM; Fri–Sat 3:00 – 10:00 PM; Sun Closed. Phone: (808) 329-2616. Average rating is 4.4 stars from 94 reviews. Website: http://www.elks.org/lodges/contactus.cfm?lodge=2616.
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Brotherhood, Tacos, and Aloha Spirit in Kona

Kona Elks Lodge 2616 brings together community, great food, and genuine friendship on Hawaii's Big Island.

Charity

Giving without expectation

Justice

Fairness for every person

Brotherly Love

Fellowship above all

Fidelity

Faithful to our word

About Us

Exterior view of Kona Elks Lodge with flags and signage.
Exterior view of Kona Elks Lodge with flags and signage.

Sit down at Kona Elks Lodge 2616 on a Tuesday evening and you might walk into the tail end of a ukulele class, strangers mid-strum and laughing, before the bar crowd pulls you into conversation like you've been coming here for years. That's not a marketing line. That's what actual visitors report, and it's what keeps a 4.4-star rating honest across nearly a hundred reviews.

The lodge sits on Hualalai Road in Kailua-Kona, a short drive from the waterfront, and it functions as something rarer than a bar or a meeting hall. It's a place where people who moved to the Big Island and needed roots actually found them. Members talk about lifelong friendships formed here, about food that punches above its price, and about comedy nights that fill the room.

Elks Lodge 2616 is a chapter of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, a fraternal organization with deep charitable roots across America. But the Kona chapter has layered its own island identity on top of that tradition: volunteering opportunities, live entertainment, and a genuine aloha warmth that visiting members from the mainland say they don't always find back home.

What We Offer

The lodge offers a full bar with reasonably priced drinks and a kitchen that members consistently single out for quality. The tacos have earned their own fan base, described by regulars as flat-out delectable. Food is available to members and their guests, so the value here is real, not a membership-brochure promise.

Beyond the plate and the pint, Kona Elks 2616 runs a calendar of events that keeps the space alive throughout the week. Tuesday ukulele classes set a distinctly Hawaiian tone. Comedy nights draw crowds looking for something to laugh about. Volunteering programs connect members with community causes across the Kona coast. Members also gain reciprocal access to Elks lodges nationwide, which traveling members from California and elsewhere have already discovered makes a stopover here feel instantly like home.

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“Tacos are delectable, and comedy is loads of fun. Also volunteering opportunities. Come share the love.”

— Brittany Corbridge (Kitty Webb)

What Our Guests Say

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"This place boasts community and friendship, and it's very true. I've definitely made lifelong friends at the elks. As an elks member, the food is very good and the prices are very reasonable. It's definitely something to consider being an elks member or just stopping by for a drink and dinner."
— Michelle M
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"We were visiting from California and stopped in to have a drink. We arrived during the last bit of the Tuesday Ukelele class which made for a fun environment. The bartender and the people at the bar were welcoming and friendly."
— Bonnie Merrick
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"Tacos are delectable, and comedy is loads of fun. Also volunteering opportunities. Come share the love."
— Brittany Corbridge (Kitty Webb)
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"Fabulous, inspirational heart wrenching performance bt Susan Edsall."
— Deborah Stern
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"I am at visiting Elk from the mainland, and I popped in to check out the lodge. It is in the middle of a renovation, so not everything was not yet in place, but all services were available. I took my wife and granddaughter to a magic show held in their theater, and it was fantastic. I really need to mention that my family and I were greeted in a welcome and friendly manner."
— Chuck Cook

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to be an Elks member to visit Kona Elks Lodge 2616?

The bar and dining areas are open to members and their guests. If you're visiting from another Elks lodge, your membership card grants you reciprocal access. Non-members interested in joining can reach out through the national Elks website at elks.org to learn about membership requirements.

Where exactly is the lodge located?

Kona Elks Lodge 2616 is at 75-170 Hualalai Road in Kailua-Kona, HI 96740. Hualalai Road runs inland from the waterfront area, making it an easy stop whether you're coming from downtown Kona or heading up toward the highway.

What kind of food does the lodge serve?

The kitchen is known especially for its tacos, which regulars describe as some of the best in the area. The menu is straightforward and priced affordably for members. Food quality consistently earns praise in reviews, so it's worth showing up hungry.

What events does Kona Elks Lodge 2616 host regularly?

Tuesday evenings feature ukulele classes that create a lively, welcoming atmosphere even for drop-in visitors. The lodge also runs comedy nights and hosts volunteering opportunities tied to community causes in the Kona area. Check with the lodge directly for the current schedule.

I'm traveling from the mainland. Can I stop in as a visiting Elks member?

Absolutely. Visiting members from other Elks lodges are welcomed with reciprocal privileges. Several reviews are specifically from California members who stopped in and found the bartenders and regulars genuinely hospitable. Bring your membership card.

How do I contact Kona Elks Lodge 2616?

The lodge can be reached through the national Elks Lodge contact directory at elks.org/lodges/contactus.cfm?lodge=2616. That page connects you directly with Lodge 2616's local contact information and current leadership.

Is Kona Elks Lodge 2616 involved in community service?

Yes. Community service is a core part of the Elks mission, and Lodge 2616 actively organizes volunteering opportunities for members. If giving back to the Kona community matters to you, the lodge offers structured ways to get involved beyond the social calendar.

Hours of Operation

Closed · Opens Monday at 3:00
Monday 3:00 – 8:00 PM
Tuesday 3:00 – 8:00 PM
Wednesday 3:00 – 8:00 PM
Thursday 3:00 – 8:00 PM
Friday 3:00 – 10:00 PM
Saturday 3:00 – 10:00 PM
Sunday Today Closed
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