Join us to explore our sustainable farming methods and experience the unique taste of abalone.

Our homeland of abalone aquaculture farm in Kailua-Kona. With 24 acres of land space, we have 10 acres of abalone aquaculture farm, largest abalone farm in the United States, along with DIY Barbecue site, food service on wheel and tons of merchandise souvenirs for a memory of travel in Big Island.

KONA BARBEQUE offers a unique self-grilling experience in Kailua-Kona. Guests choose their favorite ingredients from a wide selection of meats, seafood, and vegetables. The dedicated barbecue area is well-equipped with grills, seasonings, and utensils, and includes a shaded space for grilling and socializing.

We offer food truck permanently situated within our aquaculture farm in Kailua-Kona.  Our food menu served from the food truck are varieties of abalone meals from steamed abalone with sauces, Abalone Poke, Sea grapes salad and much more. 

What is Kona Abalone?

Kona Abalone comes from the Japanese Ezo Abalone strain, known as the most precious species in Japan. With over 20 years of research, we found that the Kona Coast is the best place in the world to grow Hawaiʻi’s only premium abalone.

As the youngest and largest island in the Hawaiian isles, Hawaiʻi’s Big Island continues to grow with its volcanic activity. As a result, the surrounding sea is quite deep, offering access to pure, cold and clean deep sea water off the Kona Coast—the best and most pristine in the world.

With over 300 sunny days, the island’s weather also proved optimal in the growth of our Dulse algae, the best feed for our abalone.

Today, our Kona Abalone is proudly featured on menus throughout the country in prestigious restaurants.

  • Yes, you can. Various sizes are available.

  • Many people use it for BBQs. There are many other ways to eat it. The sales staff will explain if necessary.

  • Abalone has a unique taste, different from oysters and clams. In Asia, abalone is considered a delicacy. Abalone is very rare and expensive in Asia.

  • No, it is not necessary.

  • Yes, we serve up simple BBQ style and poke using abalone in a kitchen trailer here on the farm.

  • Yes, private tours are available. Please contact the farm for details.

Customer Reviews

  • “Our family enjoyed the tour and the learning. Now we have new appreciation of abalone and the process of growing one. We also learned about seaweed and other sea animals as part of this tour. It is only 1 hour long and highly recommend for those with children.”

  • “Interesting and informative 1 hour tour around an active abalone farm. Walking required; however, you are mostly in the shade because the farm is covered with canopies. Learn about the life cycle of the abalone and the bio-conscious farming techniques used. This tour is great for all ages since you are able to get hands on access and taste samples.”

  • “This was a fantastic tour. We learned so much and it was very interactive. Our guide was amazing. I'd suggest to anyone visiting the big island and looking for something different!”

  • “The tour guide was knowledgeable, funny and attentive. The samples were so tasty. The BBQ after was perfect. Thank you all! An excellent choice to take the tour and have the BBQ. You will have to cook yourself but there is a chef available for guidance. A bargain for sure!”

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