The Feeding Leaf
Maka‘eo (historical), Hawaii
(55)
Maka‘eo (historical), Hawaii
(55)
55 customer reviews
Sergius Liu
Perfect place. Low price, very delicious, even better than many expensive restaurants. I am satisfied with most of the dishes even by random choice.
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Baramee C.
I couldn't really go all the way to Hawaii and not try some local fare now could I? The easy answer is, of course not! My friend arrived a few days before I had and had scoped out this local shop but hadn't been yet. So before our trek to Volcanoes National Park, he picked up some breakfast.I was beyond excited. We were getting musubi. I thought it'd just be spam musubi, but he ended up getting an assortment. The place is in a mini strip mall near the hotel we were staying at, so easily accessible. The slightly sad news was that they weren't open Sat & Sun and we were hoping for one last treat from them. (Hint: they were super delicious...thus their other food must be equally delicious)The food:spam musubi - delicious, not friedkatsu musubi - delicious and still crunchyume musubi - just a small piece of pickled plum (complete with pit) in the middle. I would recommend cutting it in half and spreading out the umemac salad - just like potato salad with macaronis, it was goodTLDR: got the food to go (delivered to me) it is a MUST try. It was really good and can't wait to come by and try some of their other stuff. More...
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Emi H.
Okazuya is my favorite kind of food to eat because you get to try so many different things! We flew into Kona and decided to pay a visit to the Feeding Leaf which is about 10 minutes from the airport and right next to Umeke's. You can grab and go, or there's lots of seating if you want to eat in. You pay by the item and here's what I got for around $12:-Noodles: Wonderful. As I ate them in the car it made me wish I had gotten a double order.-Korean fried chicken: Amazing flavor and the perfect crispiness. Again, wish I had gotten a double order.-Corned beef hash patty: Not amazing, very ordinary. I'd pass on this one next time.-Ume musubi: I was really disappointed by this musubi because the rice was super mushy when I bit into it.-Cone sushi: Not as bad as the musubi, but beware that the flavor is very vinegary. Still worth visiting just for the noodles and that bomb.com Korean fried chicken. Hopefully musubi won't be mushy next time. Woman working the counter was really nice and there's lots of free parking. More...
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Robert S.
Found this place on yelp because I wanted to get a good bento for the flight home. But also decided to have breakfast too. Had the egg breakfast with spam, potatoes and toast, very fresh and reasonable at $8.50 plus free coffee!!! Loved it. For the bento, just picked out miscellaneous stuff like the Ume musubi, dollar sized hamburger patty, shoyu hot dog, shrimp tempura and fried chicken. I really liked everything except the tempura was just ok but kind of expected that being that tempura really is best eaten hot out of the fryer. Anyway highly recommend, the ladies that work here are super nice definitely have the aloha spirit. More...
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Lena Palama
Very good food and beautiful people the owner
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Betty L.
This place is so cute and home-y feeling. The owner was very kind and helpful. We came for breakfast and to buy a to-go lunch. They have dine-in breakfast options and all day bento and onigiri to-go options. You could also order the to-go bento dishes and onigiri to eat there. The atmosphere was charming and everyone was so kind. The chicken and waffles were amazing! The fried rice omelette was also really good. The Saimin was a bit salty for our taste but consistent with other saimin we've tried. More...
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Charles Grace
Food is amazing, service is outstanding and everything is done with ALOHA bought the Ube cake wish I bought more. Must try when your in kona
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Mia T.
Oh shucks! I forgot to take photos.We went here on a Friday at about 11:00. Perfect timing as it got busy around 11:45.Typical Okazuya type fare. Yummy. Clean. The girls behind the counter are super nice and helpful!Go there it's yummers! Highly recommend! More...
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Eugene Tagawa
They have the best local food and awesome service!
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Nita G
Great service, great food!!
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John Naauao
Very good food
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Marlin Hunter
Great food served fresh and HOT! Met the owner very friendly and welcoming! Support local!
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Ernest Baker
good people and good food
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CatnMikey LaMarco
Love this place food is awesome, great prices & so many choices! Staff are awesome too. Wish they were open 24/7 lol. Get there early since it sells out pretty quick. Highly recommended!
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Elizabeth S.
We stopped here at the end of our family vacation earlier this month. We ended up trying a few different Japanese delis (okazuya) on this trip and they were all delicious. The Feeding Leaf was no exception. I enjoyed the teri hamburger, shrimp tempura, ume musubi, pickled cucumber, and more. We all shared a tasty strawberry guri-guri cake for dessert. Everything was fresh and home-made. Run by a very nice and friendly couple. They have pre-made boxes to go, or you can make your own. I recommend picking up a meal if you going to the airport - these are great at room temperature, compact, and affordable. (And way better than the Kona airport restaurant!) More...
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KonaBondedMaterials1 .
Awesome! Poke Nachos Amazing! Great atmosphere..... wonderful staff!
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Craig Nakao
The Korean chicken skin musubi and tinono so ono and everything else to actually lol and the pricing is very affordable and everyone has the aloha spirit there smiles wide makes you feel right at home
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Casey D.
Really good food friendly staff nice an clean dining area absolute must when in Kona. Freshly made every morning perfect place to grab an go or eat in
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Michelle U.
I rarely do a review but I need to comment on this restaurant. Kona really needed an Okazuya and this one does not disappoint! From walking into the inviting restaurant and chatting with the friendly, gracious workers it feels like you're walking into a family home. Now the food... I cannot even describe in words. It is truly like your own Ohana's (family) cooking. Everything we ate (and we bought almost everything they had) was amazing! The best chow funn I have ever had! Will definitely be back every time we are in Kona. More...
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Anna K.
A cute and simple restaurant, Okazuya style. Selections are simple and customary (fried chicken, tempura, fish cake, shrimp tempura). Ladies were really nice and courteous. Will definitely be back. More...
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Charles P.
Sadly I am unable to enjoy Feeding Leaf much (dietary restrictions and trying not to eat much in the morning), however I can't recommend this place enough. How in the world there are only a small handful of reviews is beyond me. Kona was/is in dire need of okazuyas, so I was so excited when Feeding Leaf opened. They have a really great selection of okazuya, really good onigiri (rice balls), and a great rotating selection of other local favorites. For locals, this should be a solid go-to for bentos. For tourists, this should be a must stop, for a perfect way to try a number of local foods all in one go. Feeding Leaf is the only okazuya in Kona that I know of, I'm happy it's here. Also happy that it's delicious, as it is much much better than the supermarkets offerings of their version of okazuya. More...
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Step By Step L.
Good rice . Nice owner . Went there for last minute got discount . Making sushi or onigiri got use decent rice . And it was yummy onigiri they make. Owner is seems nice Hawaiian . And kind heart. I like their onigiri better than mine!!!!! More...
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Charles L.
These folks came through on short notice and on a holiday, with fresh, beautifully prepared, reasonably priced catering for a business breakfast.
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amy rasmussen
Hands down the best meal we've had on our trip. Impeccably clean establishment, friendly and wonderful staff. Highly recommend!
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Susie Barnes
I love � this place ! It’s so yummy and so many choices ! Food is so Ono !
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Mitch T.
Okazuya! Can not be beat! You'LL want to go early. Because they run out of food fast. And limited parking during lunch hour! Lots of seating for dine in too!
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Seishi Saegusa 三枝 青史
Very Delicious! Most authentic okazu(s) in Kona town & the neighborhood! Very big portions! Very Very Delicious! Home made & home cooked super quality food and meals! Very comfortable atmosphere & dining area. Friendly staff and wonderful & kind owners. AND incredible delicious! Thank you very much for such a nice meal! Looking forward to another visit soon! ALOHA! More...
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Eugene Tagawa
Their food is always tasty and their employees are awesome!
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Tani K.
For all the Hawaiian style okazuya lovers - FINALLY a decent okazuya in Kona! If the blueberry cheesecake reminds me of small kid time church potluck dessert you know it's good! Shiso musubi, korean chicken and tempura - all winners! Will definitely be back to try other items! More...
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Ililani Foree
First time in today food was amazing as well as the owners and staff !! The fried chicken is the best that I ever had boneless is a plus ! ! Going to be regulars from now !! Can't wait to try all the different specials !! Keep making ono food in kona !! More...
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BJ S.
OMG! Food that brings back fond memories! What a find - this hidden gem with great food. Thanks for recommending this place. So much flavor - must be a skilled crew. I tried two kinds of musubi - chiso and honey ume- both awesome. Garlic fried chicken, corn beef hash patties, gobo kimpira and tinono! I'm coming back to try your tripe stew. I'm going to follow your menu updates. What great comfort food! Mahalo Feeding Leaf Kitchen! More...
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Becca S.
So many delicious choices to choose from! They have everything from rice balls, spam musubis, Korean chicken, ribs, hamburger patty, mac salad, and homemade desserts. Prices are reasonable and staff are friendly and helpful. Make sure to go before the lunch rush so you get first choice of all of there yummy items! Can't wait to go back! More...
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Jan B.
Heard nothing but good things about this place! Got to try some of their okazuya items today...SO GOOD! All the items in the box were great-especially the teri burgers! The shop was extremely clean and orderly, too. Definitely gonna visit again soon!! More...
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Brennan T.
Had some amazing food catered by The Feeding Leaf last night at a wedding. Service was good, food was great!Pupus - mushroom bruschetta: delicious, fresh, unique- poke: fish was soft but not mushy. Flavored were on point.- pipikaula kim chee: I really liked this one. The cucumbers and pipikaula together with the sauce really made the dish.Dinner- wedge salad: typical wedge salad, but with feta cheese, avocado chunks, and shrimp. Miso dressing bright everything together. I actually went back for seconds!- warabi salad: great flavors with warabi, tomato, lots of dried shrimp. If anything, I thought it was a little salty, but I got seconds.- braised short rib: this dish was the real star. The shortribs were boneless, tender but held their shape and not mushy. Loved the watercress on top that picked up some for he flavor of the sauce and cut some of the fat.- Chinese style steamed fish: hebi (I think) holds its shape for catering. Topped with ginger slices and cilantro. A little dry, but still good.- Korean chicken: I can think of very few people in Hawaii who would complain about Korean fried chicken. These were boneless and delicious!Service: Service was very good. Workers were really nice, and the owner made conversation and shared about his storefront too. I gotta go try the okazu now. I highly recommend the catering! More...
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Cat H.
I'm still dreaming of the delectable okazuya I enjoyed at The Feeding Leaf yesterday! The fried chicken, mac salad and short ribs were the best I've ever had! Everything was absolutely SCRUMPTIOUS--from the ume musubi, sweet potato tempura, shrimp tempura and cucumber kimchi! Les & Tracey are salt-of-the-earth, good, generous people who make you feel right at home in their new place. If I lived in Kona, I'd be tempted to stop in every day. Mahalo Les & Tracey for pouring your love and aloha into such delicious food that we get to enjoy! :) More...
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Catherine Cambra
I'm still dreaming of the delectable okazuya I enjoyed at The Feeding Leaf yesterday! The fried chicken, mac salad and short ribs were the best I've ever had! Everything was absolutely SCRUMPTIOUS--from the ume musubi, sweet potato tempura, shrimp tempura and cucumber kimchi! Les & Tracey are salt-of-the-earth, good, generous people who make you feel right at home in their new place. If I lived in Kona, I'd be tempted to stop in every day. Mahalo Les & Tracey for pouring your love and aloha into such delicious food that we get to enjoy! :) More...
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Sherryanne Z.
Finally an okazu in Kona!! Located in the old Amici's next to Umekes. I've known the owners Uncle Les and Aunty Tracey through their catering business before the okazu opened. .. amazing cooks so when you read/hear the food is good, that's an understatement. Must try. Definitely my go-to lunch spot! More...
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waiter d.
Best okazuya in Kona. Nice selections that are both familiar and new. I had the butterfish with ogo and tomato salsa. Ume or Shiso musubi and fresh baked desserts. Something for everyone. But come early. When they run out they close. Thanks Tracy and Les for the Aloha. This is now our first stop when we come Kona. More...
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J D.
So stoked to have Okazuya in Kona! We ordered for our office and tried most stuff on the menu - everything is good! I especially love everyone that works there - they are so friendly, and seem genuinely happy you are there. They always have new specials and a great regular menu. Will be back regularly! More...
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Nolan Hing
Mahalo Les and Tracey! Kona finally has an Okazuya Kitchen! Thank you for preparing delicious local style food! You can taste the Aloha in every bite! Mahalo and God Bless!
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John C.
Cool little Okazuya shop in Kona town. Located in the same building as Umeke's Restaurant. Plenty of parking. Fast and friendly service. You can grab a lot or a little depending on the appetite. Prices are pretty average for most of the Okazuya shops on the island. They also have daily specials. More...
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BJ S.
What a find! We flew into Kona early afternoon, arrived hungry but picky for a local favorite. We heard the buzz about a new okazuya place and found out its right in Kailua Kona! OMG! Comfort food that brought back memories. I couldn't get enough as they were running out of food because we drove up after crunch period. Owners were so kind to prepare additional items from the back. My favorites - all musubis, fried chicken, corn beef hash, tonkatsu, gobo, shoyu hot dog - oh my. We are coming back early nest time - with friends, family! They just told me I can call ahead to reserve my bento - thrilled! More...
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Joy Hanato
What a great place to pick up a bento! 4 kinds of Musubi, great selection of meats, a touch of Filipino finger foods like mochi rice in banana leaves and lumpia among other delightful yummy foods. ..will easily become a regular place for my family to pick up food when we are on the go! More...
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Loni S.
Great food and customer service! A must try. Located in the old industrial next to Umekes.
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Lacey Kawasaki
I walked in and didn't know what I wanted so I got a little bit of everything. It was all so delicious! Every. Single. Thing. I'll be back for sure!
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Mitch T.
Locally owned, operated and cooked! Delicious Japanese Okazuya. They only open in the morning and they accept phone in orders. They sell out quickly!
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Duane Kealoha Pabre
Brah this place is mean! Going get my fix all next week
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Dee Pierce
This was a good place to eat. The food was good the people friendly. We left after eating there the first time and immediately started telling people to go try it out.
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Mona Kauahi Hoshide
Great food and hospitality. Thank you, love your Okazuya.
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Aislinn Chalker
Tracey and her team catered our wedding and they blew us and our guests away. Their thoughtful and delicious food pays such honor to local Hawaii businesses and produce. You can feel the love they put into each and every dish. It was one of the best meals of our lives (and our guests said the same!!). We love the Feeding Leaf Ohana! More...
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