Jackie Rey's Kona

About Jackie Rey's

Born from the spirit of Kona

Jackie Rey's was born from the spirit of Kona. Founders Chad and Diane set out to create a home away from home, a place built on great food, ocean views, and genuine hospitality.

What began as a simple island restaurant has grown into a beloved community spot, blending local ingredients, warm smiles, and a touch of aloha in every dish.

Little touches make it ours, like the handcrafted bar designed by local Big Island artist Seth Greene. Whether you're here for a special-occasion dinner, a date night, or one of the best happy hours in Kailua-Kona, you'll find handcrafted cocktails, a Wine Spectator award-winning wine list, and warm island hospitality.

The open-air storefront and entrance of Jackie Rey's in Kailua-Kona at golden hour.
20+
years on the Kona coast
2017
Wine Spectator Award of Excellence
100%
island-sourced fresh catch
The Kitchen

Our Chefs

Jeric Genavia, Executive Chef at Jackie Rey's Kona.
Executive Chef

Jeric Genavia

Jeric has been our executive chef for 5 years after working his way through the kitchen line up from dishwasher to head chef! He has worked under many talented chefs as their sous, creating special dishes from farm (or hook!) to table. He fell in love with every new dynamic he experienced in each and every kitchen he worked in.

Jeric has a great love for food and connecting with people while combining his passion for creatively and the freedom to communicate without words… but through taste. When asked, he says what makes him a father and a leader is having self-love and love for those around him.

We suspect after a single conversation with Chef or taste of one of his dishes you will know his true love of food and people.

Jayson Genavia, Sous Chef at Jackie Rey's Kona.
Sous Chef

Jayson Genavia

Jay moved to Hawaii at age 17 and has been in the restaurant industry ever since. While being trained under six different chefs, he worked his way up the ladder to become an executive chef. He decided to support his brother (Jeric) as his sous chef while studying and continuing to further his career in the culinary arts.

Jayson’s hobbies are reading books, playing chess and barbecue’s by the beach or pool. As a father of 4 (3 kids, 1 doggo), he enjoys playing with his kids, watching movies, and just enjoying life.

Having the ‘ohana of Jeric and Jayson together behind the kitchen brings an energy we are sure you will feel as you dine with us. We are happy to have Jayson on our team.

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Love Jackie Rey's and have a passion for bringing people together? We'd love to hear from you. Tell us about yourself and we'll be in touch.