After an adventurous day of fun under the sun, you deserve to fill your stomach and satisfy your cravings. You can treat those taste buds to something unforgettable while enjoying this beautiful beach setting right in front of you.

The view from Kahuna Bar and Restaurant is out onto a beautiful beach, where you can enjoy your breakfast or dinner while sipping on cocktails. The sounds of waves crashing against the shoreline and fading into sunset give off a fantastic ambiance for those who want to relax in this paradise that we call home!

The waves crashing on the beach below is a perfect background for your meal as you enjoy Kahuna’s unique pizza-pasta dishes and cocktails. Our restaurant has an international flavor and taste. There indeed will be something here that suits every taste! 

In this post, we’ll talk about enjoying these delicious flavors while taking delight in their visuals through scrumptious signature pizza selections carefully crafted by Chef Leon in Kahuna Restaurant.

Take on a Gastronomic Pizza Journey in Our Restaurant

You are in the mood for some delicious pizza, and you have heard that Kahuna Restaurant has some of the best pizza in town. You no longer have to go outside the resort’s premises to look for restaurants or quick eats because, with us, you know that you would not be disappointed with your decision to eat here.

Come to Kahuna Restaurant and enjoy our delicious pizza! With various flavors to choose from, we know that you will love our pizzas just as much as we do. We are sure you’ll find something to love! 

You could not imagine a better place to eat than Kahuna Restaurant. With its beachfront location and fantastic menu, you’ll be spoilt for choice. Kahuna is a hidden gem that offers excellent food and company. It is more than just a restaurant; it is an experience. 

There is no better place to enjoy a delicious meal than Kahuna Restaurant. With its beachfront location and fantastic menu, you’ll be spoilt for choice.

You walk into Kahuna and are overwhelmed with the delicious smells of pizza. The pizzas here are all made with fresh ingredients, making them taste incredible! You take a seat at the counter and order a pizza with your favorite toppings. You chat with the other customers and enjoy the fantastic atmosphere as you wait for your pizza.

Once your pizza is ready, you take a bite and are blown away by how good it tastes. This is the time to relax and enjoy the spectacular view while taking each delicious bite of pizza. The flavors mix together perfectly in your mouth, creating an unforgettable experience. You finish off your pizza and head outside to enjoy the rest of your day. 

Mouthwatering Pizza Choices for You to Devour

Pizza in Kahuna was well-known for its delicious pizzas made with fresh ingredients. And after a long day of swimming, surfing, and sunbathing, there was nothing better than a hot slice of pizza!

Trying out some pizza while staying in Kahuna should not be missed. 

We bring you a tasty adventure as we highlight the fantastic pizza selections With seven unique pizza flavors and the Build Your Own Pizza, you can get that carb fix and bask in the ambiance of the relaxing resort.

Pizza Margherita– It is one of the best-selling pizzas in the restaurant. The pizza is made with fresh dough and topped with the classic Kahuna tomato sauce and pesto with mozzarella cheese. 

Kahuna Pizza– You are in for a treat. You get a pizza topped with shrimp, bell peppers, onions, cheese, and pesto sauce. This delightful pizza will leave you wanting more.

If you are in the mood for a tropical delight, why not try out a Hawaiian Pizza choice. It consists of ham, pineapple, bell peppers, cheese, and our Kahuna tomato sauce. This pizza will surely bring you that beach vibe.

For those carnivores, we got your Meat Lover Pizza. You have a pizza topped with ham, pepperoni, bacon, cheese, and our Kahuna tomato sauce.

The Cheese Lover Pizza brings you a savory bite. The sweetness and saltiness of the cheeses create a balanced taste that will leave a smile of satisfaction. With every bite, you get that cheese pulled from the mozzarella. We also combine the sharp taste of cheddar and the distinctive flavor of blue cheese.

While on vacation, you seek new experiences, and this pizza indeed brings that to the table. Try out our Sisig Pizza. You get that unique flavor in pizza form.

Lastly, we want to give you the freedom to choose your own toppings and create a pizza dish with all of your favorite ingredients. The Build Your Own Pizza is just for you!

The restaurant offers a wide variety of pizzas, all of which are made with fresh and quality ingredients. Our pizza dishes are baked in a brick oven for a crispy crust. Every pizza in Kahuna is a must-try for any pizza lover.

Besides pizza, there are continental meals that satisfy every craving you have. May it be for meat like steaks or burgers. How about some Japanese cuisine, like sushi and sashimi or even ramen. If you want to try out our delightful dishes, you will definitely leave with a smile and a full and happy stomach.

Besides the food we offer here in Kahuna Restaurant, we are proud of our service. We treat all our guests like family, and we want everyone to have a good stay and experience in our dining area.

The staff is very friendly and accommodating, and the prices are very reasonable. The place’s ambiance is also very relaxing and comfortable, making it the perfect place to unwind and relax after a long day. 

Suppose you’re looking for a place to enjoy good food and good company. In that case, Kahuna Restaurant is definitely the place for you.

Whether you’re in the mood for a classic cheese pizza or something more adventurous, Kahuna has got you covered. So what are you waiting for? Stop by Kahuna today and indulge in some of the island’s best pizzas!

What Makes the Kahuna Restaurant Ambiance Unique and Safe

At Kahuna, the fun and excitement you get from the leisure activities you had for the day are comparable to the restaurant’s delicious offerings. You get delicious dishes that will leave your mouthwatering at whatever time of day. Whether you are looking for Filipino favorites or International cuisine flavors, we got you covered.

What could be more perfect than dining and having a slice or whole pan of pizza in Kahuna? Kahuna is the ideal place to relax and enjoy some quality time with your friends and loved ones with its wide-open spaces and its commitment to privacy and serenity. 

There are plenty of things to do while staying at Kahuna, from scuba diving and biking to surfing and exploring the local restaurants. But one of the highlights of Kahuna that you will not forget is definitely the food and al fresco dining ambiance. 

Featuring some of the best pizzas in town, the Kahuna Restaurant is the perfect place to grab a bite to eat after a long day of exploring. If you are looking for a vacation destination that offers everything from relaxation to adventure, add Kahuna to your list! Contact us today!

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They say nothing can stop love, which, in 2021, seems to be true in more ways than one. As we spent the love month in isolation, most of us went for safer and more do-it-yourself dating options with our partners. From watching romantic movies together or cooking each other’s favorite meal, we proved that despite the many challenges we face, we still find ways to celebrate our love for our special ones. 

See why Kahuna should be your go-to for romantic adventures and more.

Dine-in with a view

In 2021, most of us spent Valentine’s Day in the kitchen learning new recipes with our partners for a romantic meal over wine and ambient music. We baked desserts, mixed drinks, and simply made our partner’s favorite food. 

This year, book a stay at Kahuna and have a romantic date at the prominent Kahuna Restaurant on Valentine’s. The Kahuna Restaurant peers out directly at the beach, which offers a serene tone for a peaceful dine-in. At night, during sunset, the Kahuna Restaurant sets such a romantic mood that you and your partner shouldn’t miss. With such a majestic view, you could have the perfect setting for a proposal or any romantic announcement or surprise. The dining experience at the Kahuna Restaurant differs from your ordinary dates, with a variety of Asian and International flavors that offers a wide selection of food and drinks for your preference. 

Take Valentine’s outdoors 

Valentine’s Day amid the pandemic had us going for our collections of romantic movies, snuggling in one blanket and sharing a tub of ice cream or a bottle of wine. Some of us went the extra mile and transformed the living room for a romantic private cinema-like experience, investing in projectors and decorations like fairy lights. 

Kahuna knows how much you miss going outdoors, and encourages you to go back and celebrate the love month within nature. San Juan, La Union offers different opportunities for you to rediscover your love to travel, finding new places and things to do together, from surfing; scuba diving; to mountain biking. You can experience all those thrilling adventures in one San Juan, La Union resort. 

La Union Surfing

You can’t just get enough of the turquoise-colored ocean when you’re in San Juan, La Union. You need to catch the perfect wave in the “Surfing Capital of the North”.

La Union Scuba Diving

Dive La Union is an accredited PADI dive center that offers a full range of PADI courses, from practice dives to exploring different underwater sites like World War II wrecks. This prestigious diving facility is also a partner of Kahuna Beach Resort. 

Have fun underneath the beautiful San Juan waters with professional divers that ensure a safer aquatic adventure. Thinking you’ve missed a step in diving because of the pandemic or just starting to love the sport? Dive La Union at Kahuna guarantees that the only thing you’ll worry about is if you’re taking enough pictures with every beautiful spot you encounter. 

La Union Mountain Biking

Break free from anti-climactic tours in enclosed vehicles with strangers and enjoy La Union like a true local. With BikeLine at Kahuna, you and your partner can tour in professionally-serviced bikes around San Juan and other neighboring towns. You can stop at tranquil places, maybe have a picnic, and talk your heart out while basking at sceneries that you won’t find in any staycations anywhere. Discover your new favorite dating places from restaurants to cafes to bars in San Juan and make new friends with locals and tourists alike. 

With BikeLine at Kahuna, you can go beyond the waves of San Juan and get to know the town better. 

Book a romantic stay at Kahuna

This year, celebrate your love outside of your confines and book a stay at Kahuna Beach Resort. Kahuna can help create the perfect stay by making arrangements for a more personalized and romantic getaway experience for you and your partner.

If you’re planning to stay for longer, you can take your work to La Union! The Kahuna Beach Resort is fit for the new normal, which is why in 2021, it has been one of the most preferred places for remote working by many work-from-home individuals.

Kahuna values your safety and experience and would want you to make the most out of your stay. 

Book your stay at Kahuna and rediscover your love for the great outdoors. 

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There’s nothing like walking on fine sand, seeing the breathtaking views of the sea and the mountains, hearing the crashing waves, smelling the ocean breeze, and tasting the flavorous food of San Juan, La Union. Fulfilling your happiness can happen all in one place! All in Kahuna! 

We’ll take you on this journey! So let’s start with walking you through how you can delight in the flavorous food of Kahuna’s Restaurant.  

Meet the Chef 

Meet Chef Leon, the man behind the success of Kahuna’s Restaurant. 

Chef Leon is the Executive Chef or the Head Chef of the restaurant. But just like any other journey, his road to success had many stops. 

He started as a kitchen steward at the International School for Culinary Arts and Hotel Management or ISACAHM for 2 years. Being the world-class culinary and pastry art school that they are, they eventually saw his potential and trained him to be a Faculty Assistant in 2006. This promotion led him to begin his culinary career. 

ISACAHM is recognized for its excellent and quality culinary education–proving its high standards and training on an international level. Being trained in such a prestigious institution was both a great privilege and a challenge for Chef Leon. It was a privilege for him because he got to work with the country’s best chefs and cultivated his skill, desire, and discipline for cooking. But it was a challenge, especially in his first few years, as he had to start from scratch. Kicked-off with zero knowledge in the culinary world. 

He still remembers the very first time he was asked to peel an onion in front of 30 international students. It was his breaking point, and it was then and there that he realized he had to give it his all. He wanted to make sure that he wouldn’t lose the opportunity given to him, so he studied well, practiced hard, and gave it his all. 

He took whatever he had to do self-study and practice. A butcher’s twine and a throw pillow were all that he needed for him to practice trussing–a technique that he tried to master in his very home. Apart from that, he also gave his best in the kitchen even if it meant he had to go the extra mile. He recalled that he had to draw the unfamiliar herbs every time he would get something from the walk-in chiller. Such dedication! Chef Leon proved that he did not shy away from going the unconventional route just to learn. 

His dedication, hard work, passion, discipline, and 6-year stay of working and training with international chefs in ISACAHM eventually paved the way for him to join and win in the Philippine Culinary Cup 2012. It was his first time participating in a culinary competition, but they bagged the GOLD and won in their category and overall competition. This experience became the start of a brighter future for Chef Leon. 

He trained well and exited ISACAHM after 7 years to gain more experience. He started working as a sous chef (second in command in the kitchen) in Breakfast at Antonio’s. Then, he worked for 4 years as a chef de partie (station chef) in one of the fine-dining restaurants in Fort Bonifacio or BGC. After working in such restaurants, he transferred to Kahuna Makati to work as a sous chef and to experience working in a Bistro. 

His combined experiences finally led him to head the kitchen, being the Executive Chef of Kahuna Beach Resort and Spa in San Juan, La Union. All those years of training, learning, and growing–even after having a cardiac arrest in 2013 that made a shift in his life, are part of what makes Chef Leon the man that he is today. He makes sure to serve every guest with the best dining experience they can have. 

Learn from the Chef 

Having experienced working from fine-dining restaurants to bistros in the Central Business District, working with a new team in the province was an adjustment to him. They have different styles and signatures. But they were able to work well together because they had one goal: for guests to experience dining the Kahuna Way. 

Each chef has their signature way of cooking and style. These signature dishes and styles are what make each encounter with a chef a unique experience. 

Chef Leon has witnessed many changes within his 5 years of heading the Kahuna Restaurant. From the menu to set-ups, to teams, to crowds. But even with all the changes, he continues to be a firm believer in traditional cooking or staying true to a recipe’s core. He acknowledges the different styles and new recipes freely available there, but he also believes that each menu has a standard. He adheres to the standards and even goes above and beyond by adding a few twists and techniques to a dish. For him, versatility and authenticity both matter. 

He applies this in the way he cooks Western and Asian–Filipino, Japanese, Chinese, etc., cuisines. These cuisines are enjoyed by different kinds of people at different types of seasons and occasions. But Chef Leon’s favorite meals to eat and prepare are the Quesadilla for the starter and the Blackened Tuna & Chicken Cordon Bleu for the main course. He can make and eat this in and out of season. 

Discovery and experiment are also part of a chef’s journey. While there are dishes that are close to his heart, Chef Leon is also exploring more ways to add to a guest’s dining experience by curating and adding more meals to the menu. He’s looking into adding a “surfer’s” edition to the menu that will surely be a must-try when you visit the Kahuna Restaurant. 

Experience the Best of Kahuna Restaurant

The must-try meals such as Blackened Tuna, Chicken Cordon Bleu, and Kahuna Salad are all just part of the Best Kahuna Restaurant experience. There are greater things to look forward to when visiting here! 

The Kahuna Restaurant is an al-fresco restaurant which is both good for scenery and safety. Enjoy watching the sunrise or the sunset while chomping on your favorite meals. You can also appreciate the view from the open kitchen while you watch Chef Leon and his team prepare your food. What better way to delight in food than to see and know how the chef passionately puts together your meal? This makes way for an experience that will engage with your senses and fulfill your happiness once you dine in. 

Diners may also choose to enjoy the requested meals they’d like to have. Our chefs are willing to cook some of your favorite dishes should you opt to bring your ingredients! Make dining more personal for you and your family. 

Late-night sessions and conversations are also very much welcome here! Choose from our bestselling cocktails and enjoy having late-night meaningful moments with your friends and loved ones. 

Don’t miss out on this experience with Kahuna and dine at the Kahuna Restaurant from 7 AM to 9 PM! Call your family and friends, plan a trip, and book your reservations now for a time of relaxation and rewind!

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What Used to be

The distance and time apart, for about half of the year, has made these times even more challenging. We’ve always been used to doing things together. We’ve always gathered with our family, friends and colleagues for special occasions, big celebrations and small wins. When someone achieves something good, we give gifts. When we miss each other, we catch-up over good food. When we need a break, we go on vacation.

Planning to meet-up or for a trip is already part of getting together. Sadly, it’s going to be a bit difficult to make plans the same way.

Or, maybe, not.

We’ve made it possible for you to share a piece of Kahuna Beach Resort with your loved ones.

New Way of Gift-giving

Introducing, Gifted.PH! By going to www.gifted.ph, you can send personalized Kahuna gift certificates online to them instantly. What’s so great about it?

Thoughtful and Personalized. Gifted.PH Kahuna GC comes with an electronic greeting card and personalized message from you to a colleague, friend, family or special someone. You can choose the greeting card that fits the occasion and remind them about vacation memories with the personalized message.

Schedule for Later. They receive the GC via email and you can even set the date when they will receive it. That’s right, you can still surprise them with it!

Gift that won’t go to waste. Kahuna GC from Gifted.PH can be used at Kahuna Beach Resort for accommodations or at Kahuna Restaurant. Since it’s a gift certificate, it doesn’t expire. Your gift recipient can use it when they want and for what they want at Kahuna.

Check it out now and start sharing the Kahuna experience with gift certificates online at Gifted.PH.

For more information, don’t hesitate to Contact Us.

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