Kona Grill

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Local(816) 931-5888

444 Ward Pkwy
Kansas City, MO 64112

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Kona Grill
Local(816) 931-5888

444 Ward Pkwy
Kansas City, MO 64112

http://kansascity.citysearch.com/tracker/link/website_redirect/marchex_nm/37159787

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The Open View

Kona Grill in Kansas City is a one star American restaurant. They're still working to earn their stars. This is one of the popular restaurants you'll find in the Westport area. It's known for its fusion. Upon entering the restaurant, you'll find a family atmosphere. This place features a full bar, valet parking, and lunch. This place is open late and good for groups.

User Reviews of Kona Grill

Yelp.com Review - by Vanessa S.

4.0 of 5 stars. um, I dont know why Kona is under the category of "Carribean" food, its definitely more Asian Fusion. I lost my sushi-virginity at this place when my brother from LA force-fed it to me. I actually…
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Adam C.

3.0 of 5 stars. Kona Grill is one of the Country Club Plaza's most popular sushi restaurants and night time hang outs. I went to check out their happy hour one Friday afternoon and I was not disappointed. They have…
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Samantha A.

4.0 of 5 stars. Why did I ever fear sushi? I used to play it safe at Kona Grill and steered clear of their sushi menu. But then a friend urged me to try her tuna roll dipped in some wasabi-soy sauce, and it was love…
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Mark W.

3.0 of 5 stars. Though it's a chain restaurant, the atmosphere is conducive for actually being able to enjoy the people you're with, and the service is always good. I've only eaten there for lunch, and find the…
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2008
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Manager

I have head the general manager, betsy, is quite a bitc#!! Maybe she needs an attitude adjustment, no?
citysearch.com - user review - 05/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jason C.

2.0 of 5 stars. This is one of those places where you'll try and force yourself to like. It's promoted all the time over the radio, claiming to be the best place for hot young sophisticates to go. It says it has…
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Lisa L.

3.0 of 5 stars. A bit disappointing, considering how popular this place is for the 'scene' in KC. Food was decent, but I felt like I was at a chain restaurant.
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2008
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SoSo Sushi

Coming from LA in to KC I was not expecting much from a Sushi restaurant. I got exactly what I expected. You could taste the water in the Sushi which had been frozen and thawed improperly. The rice was large...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/11/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ashley M.

2.0 of 5 stars. You're Kona love it? Ummm...not me. I do not understand the hype about this place - the service is slow and the food isn't good. This is one of those places I dread going to because it's uncomfortably…
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by jennifer j.

2.0 of 5 stars. This is not the best sushi in Kansas City. If you want mediocore sushi and your on the Plaza and you also want a lively atmosphere, this might work for you. Most nights the bar is more crowded then…
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Rachel H.

1.0 of 5 stars. This is like the Denny's or McDonald's of sushi... This place is OVERPRICED, crappy and we had terrible service. Some lame ass emo kid working there thought he was too cool to help us. Generally I…
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Joey H.

3.0 of 5 stars. So we finished our daily workload early, the locals were insisting we try this place at the Plaza. The phrase that sold me was sushi. I haven't eaten sushi in awhile, so my vote was for this place.…
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Megan H.

4.0 of 5 stars. I've been to Kona Grill several times when visiting Kansas City, and it's always worth a visit. If you hang in the bar, it's much more of a "scene" with TVs, lots of people, etc - fun, but completely…
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Victoria S.

3.0 of 5 stars. I've eaten here once and I remember it was a spinach salad that was pricey but reeeeally good. I come here to hang out with friends once in a while but the seating in the bar area is just ridiculous.…
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Libby M.

5.0 of 5 stars. I have cravings for their sushi! Try their specialy rolls at near the bottom of the page. They are like heaven!!! Don't forget to order a side of edamame!
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Ivy M.

4.0 of 5 stars. Definitely a seen and be seen place any time of the day and any day of the week. Food is not so great, especially their Asian fusion food on the menu. The sushi is not that bad, especially they got…
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2007
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Poor customer service

I was a regular at Kona and had a problem with my meal and asked to speak to a manager. Betsy Hamlin was the manager and I explained the problem with the food and she was very rude and short in the response of...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/17/2007
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Highlight: Sushi

Writing a review for Kona Grill can be tricky. Due to its nature, the restaurant can attract different types of people. Individuals might like it for its bar area and the yuppie crowd that frequents it; others...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/20/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Laura H.

4.0 of 5 stars. I spent two weeks in K.C. on business, and I didn't get bbq once. But, I did eat at kona grill twice! Quality sushi, fun atmosphere. I highly recommend the las vegas roll, if you are looking to try…
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Emily s.

4.0 of 5 stars. The reverse happy hour is nice, but the sushi specials are limited, if you want access to the full menu, you have to pay full price. But it does appear to be the best sushi in kansas city, very fresh…
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2007
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WORST service!!!

The food was indeed tasty, however it did not make up for the extremely poor service and attitude that we recieved from a certain waitress...Diane was her name. She has waited on us a few times and is always...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/27/2006
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Good if your in need of a Sushi fix

We had to try it. I wouldn't say it was the "best" Sushi we ever had (it is in the heart of the midwest). It wasn't the worst either. We enjoyed our meal & probably would go back. We could tell that perhaps...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/18/2006
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It was Ok

Kona has a very nice ambiance, but the sushi is only mediocre. Nice place for a drink after work and to chill with friends!
citysearch.com - user review - 10/26/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Blake W.

4.0 of 5 stars. Hands down my favorite trendy spot to hang out on a nice afternoon. The food is good and not expensive. The drinks aren't bad either and the eye candy is usually great! After I moved to Chicago I…
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Jookie K.

4.0 of 5 stars. Reverse happy hour (the few hours before closing time) at this chain restaurant is always pretty busy, although my cousin and I were able to snag a table after a few minutes. The secret? Scout…
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2006
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Very busy place

The Kona Grill is a great place, but very busy. They have a really nice atmosphere, including panel...
judysbook.com - user review - 04/07/2006
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Great Food/Atmosphere

Kona Grill is a great place to eat. Every item we ordered was super. They serve steaks, seafood, s...
judysbook.com - user review - 12/28/2005
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Good sushi

Kona Grill has the best sushi...their Atlantic Rolls are GREAT! Their specialty rolls are especially amazing. The bar is very small so it feels really crowded, and some of the waiters/waitresses have no idea...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/12/2005
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Kona No Service

Kona has a great location, an attractive bar and attractive servers and barstaff who are trained to look past customers. The bartenders like to chat with friends on women they are hitting on so you better...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/30/2004
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Sushi on the Plaza

Kona is an excellent place to eat. The sushi is great and the Seabass is also wonderful. The bar has a great happy hour and a good crowd. Expect the atmosphere to be fun and comfortably noisy. Great place to...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/18/2003
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Kona

This is a better bar than a restaurant. Some items on the menu are good and it is the only sushi near the Plaza. Service can be sloppy.
citysearch.com - user review - 03/11/2003
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AOL CityGuide

popular pan-pacific cuisine on the plaza...
cityguide.aol.com - user review
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