Brewery Profile

Laverne's Big Island Alehouse & Restaurant

On Kailua-Kona’s waterfront, this alehouse and restaurant puts beer, food, and the ocean in the same visit. For travelers exploring the town’s beer scene, the draw is not a production story or a long list of advertised specialties, but the setting: a place where visitors can walk in from the Kona side of the island, order a cold pint, and stay for a meal with water views close at hand. The atmosphere is tied to island life in a direct way, with the coastline and sunset forming part of the experience rather than serving as background detail. It functions as more than a quick taproom stop, since the restaurant side gives visitors a reason to settle in.

Beer travelers on the Big Island often look for refreshment that suits warm weather, open-air dining, and time spent near the water. Without assuming the exact tap list, Laverne’s fits that pattern as a place to check what local brews are pouring that day and pair them with food in a casual oceanfront setting. Visitors coming through Kailua-Kona may be balancing beach time, a walk through town, and dinner plans, so a brewery stop that does not require leaving the waterfront can be convenient. The appeal is especially clear around sunset, when the view over the water becomes part of the reason to linger over a pint.

Practical planning is straightforward but should be based on current information from the business. The known amenities are the alehouse format, restaurant service, local beer, food, and a position right on the water in Kailua-Kona. Specific beers, rotating taps, hours, reservations, outdoor seating details, and live entertainment should be confirmed directly before visiting, since those details are not fixed here. If the day’s beer selection matters, the taproom is the place to confirm the pours. Travelers who want a brewery visit with a full meal and ocean scenery will find this stop most relevant; those looking for a detailed brewing tour or a confirmed list of house beer styles should check ahead.

Perched right on the water in Kailua-Kona, Laverne's Big Island Alehouse offers the perfect fusion of island life and craft beer culture. This isn't just a taproom; it’s an oceanfront destination where you can savor local brews and delicious food while soaking in the stunning Hawaiian scenery. Stop by for a taste of aloha, where every cold pint comes with a breathtaking sunset view.

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75-5815 Ali‘i Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, 96740

Phone: 1-(808)-324-2633

Website: https://www.lavernesbigislandalehouse.com/

Hours: Open 7:30 AM Every Day.

Upcoming Events

Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.

  • Happy Hour

    Oct 23, 2026

    Monday through Friday only! Enjoy $2 off all bottle beers, well drinks, and appetizers during Happy Hour.

  • Island Breeze Lū‘au - He 'Ohana Kakou

    Oct 23, 2026

    Experience a traditional Hawaiian luau featuring Polynesian dances such as Hawaiian hula and New Zealand Haka, a Polynesian buffet, open bar, and cultural storytelling. The event…

  • Comedy Shows at Pineapples Comedy Hawaii

    Oct 23, 2026

    Enjoy live comedy shows every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 5 PM to 11 PM. A great nightlife option in Kailua-Kona with a fun atmosphere.

  • Drag Shows at Mask-Querade Bar

    Oct 23, 2026

    Experience vibrant drag shows held on various nights at Mask-Querade Bar, one of the Big Island's best gay bars with a lively party scene.

  • Saturday Nights Live Music/Bands

    Oct 24, 2026

    Live band performances every Saturday from 7PM to 10PM, followed by DJ Grumpy from 10PM until last call on the big dance floor.

  • Sunday Barbecue

    Oct 24, 2026

    Enjoy a lively Sunday barbecue event with great food and a fun atmosphere at Mask-Querade Bar, a popular gay bar in Kailua-Kona.

  • Sunday Nights Johnny Shot Solo Guitar and Karaoke

    Oct 25, 2026

    Enjoy Johnny Shot solo guitar from 6PM to 9PM, followed by karaoke with DJ Grumpy every Sunday night.

  • Tuesday Night Karaoke

    Oct 27, 2026

    Enjoy karaoke nights every Tuesday at 9PM with UnkoPonch. Sing along and have fun every week at Lavernes Big Island Ale House.

  • Wednesday Night Trivia Night

    Oct 28, 2026

    Join Ronnie V and Hana Hou Beau for trivia night every Wednesday at 7PM. Stay and enjoy karaoke from 9PM with DJ Grumpy after trivia!

  • Wednesday Night Karaoke

    Oct 28, 2026

    Karaoke with DJ Grumpy every Wednesday at 9PM following trivia night. Come sing your favorite songs in a lively atmosphere.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Laverne's Big Island Alehouse & Restaurant located?
Laverne's Big Island Alehouse & Restaurant is located at 75-5815 Ali‘i Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, 96740. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Laverne's Big Island Alehouse & Restaurant's hours?
Current hours are: Open 7:30 AM Every Day.. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Laverne's Big Island Alehouse & Restaurant?
Visit https://www.lavernesbigislandalehouse.com/ for the brewery's own information about beers, events, and operations. Beer.Social aggregates public data and visitor-facing details to help with planning a stop.