Kono's Awarded Best Casual Restaurant on Oahu

    HONOLULU, HI, December 28, 2017 /24-7PressRelease/ -- On October, 9th 2017 Kono's received prestigious dining award, 'Ilima Award for People's Choice "Best Casual Restaurant". Kono's is a local eatery that has captured the heart of Hawaiian casual dining for over 15 years making its way to a much anticipated, 'Ilima Award. "The growth and company's success all comes from our passion and consistency", states owner, Stan Glander.

So, how did the cozy pork-inspired, quick-service restaurant received the prestigious 'Ilima Award?-- "Our food is amazing, but what we truly pride ourselves in is our "Extra Aloha" service. Our relationship with our customers is truly what brings them to vote, in which, we are forever grateful of their loyalty", says Director of Sales and Marketing, Anna Piergallini.  

Some dedicated patrons love Kono's so much that they're part of the "Tattoo Crew" and have real tattoos of the restaurant's unique surfing pig logo. Customers who show their Kono's ink have their picture featured on the eatery's wall and receive a lifelong 25-percent discount. The cravings for Kono's kalua pork has lead to expansion of a total of 3 restaurants on Oahu. "The Kono's ohana has major plans to share our "Extra-Aloha" spirit with the world, be sure to keep your eye on us!", says Zach Glander, Director of Franchise and Operations.

With its fun, surf-inspired atmosphere, and cravingly delicious dishes, Kono's has become an island favorite. Their menu features their award-winning signature 12-hour slow-roasted Kalua Pork in dishes ranging from breakfast bombers, sandwiches, lunch plates, wraps and salads. Kono's also caters to those with a sweet tooth, from specialty smoothies, hand-crafted milkshakes, and fresh squeezed lemon and limeades! ". Kono's bombers (burritos) mean serious business. Among other awards, they have been praised under Tasting Table's, "9 Most Over-the-Top Burritos in the Country". You can find Kono's in Haleiwa, Kapahulu, and Kailua to get your pork fix .

About Kono's
Kono's has been in business since 2002, starting in the small historic country town of Haleiwa, Hawaii. Their menu features their award-winning signature 12-hour slow-roasted Kalua Pork in dishes ranging from breakfast bombers (burritos), sandwiches, lunch plates, wraps and salads.

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