Stopped for a quick bite on my way back to my hotel. Building is on the side of the road with only…read morea small sign. Recommend use GPS to help you navigate. Parking is very limited. Spaces were full when I arrived so I parked across the street in the lot for the park. Very casual place with small menu. There is a gift shop type area for local purchases and a fruit stand on site. I ordered a smoothie and pork tacos from the menu. Tacos were good. Smoothie was refreshing. Menu selection is small but with a decent amount of variety. I would recommend for a quick bite or a smoothie stop.

So Ono! After an…read moreamazing morning exploring the waterfalls near Akaka Falls, we stumbled upon this hidden gem of a country market and café -- and wow, are we glad we did! The menu might be small, but it packs serious flavor. The Ono sandwich was, well, *ono*! Perfectly cooked protein, fresh veggies, and a tangy sauce that brought it all together -- simple, fresh, and unforgettable. And don't even get me started on the Kalua pork tacos -- tender, smoky, and paired with just the right amount fresh tomatoes. The setting was relaxed and rustic, with just the right amount of charm. We grabbed a shaded table outside and enjoyed our food while soaking in the peaceful surroundings. It felt like we'd discovered a local secret. If you're in the area sightseeing or taking in waterfalls, do yourself a favor and stop by. Great food, and a perfect slice of island life. This place is a true treasure! Other: -$$ -Pay with card or tap -Parking all around -Shaded seating out side -one bathroom, up the stairs and to the right - local cats around

Very friendly service, the guys working were super nice and recommended some of their favorite…read moreplaces to visit. The prices were kinda pricey but competitive, they gotta make $ so you're paying for convenience after visiting the falls and wanting a fresh refreshment. $10 coconuts, that they open up after drinking so you can eat the meat. $8 for a bag of sugarcane but it had lime in it, which we didn't really care for. $8 bag of cut up pineapple, which was our favorite, nice and sweet and cold There was a nice sit down area to eat at multiple picnic areas and a spot to take silly photos. Parking was limited but there wasn't too much people there so we got a parking spot after someone left. I'd give it a 5-star review but I think they could've gave a small discount for buying more or if you're kama'aina..

Great service! Delicious fruit. Perfect ambiance to grab a refresher after a hike to Akaka Falls!read more

The fruits and veggies in Hilo are huge and vibrant that may be from all of the rain. I love that…read morethis farmers market is here and open daily. The farmers market has good variety, multiple booths with a little something different--from mangosteen, multiple varieties of mangoes, egg fruit, soursop, and jackfruit to seasonal local favorites. I always make it a point to visit during Sharwil avocado season. They're rich, buttery and string-free, definitely my favorite avocado. And don't miss lychee season. It's an open market that is shaded that creates a cool environment while you shop. parking available across the street and directly in front. The vendors are very helpful and will allow you to try a fruit on the spot. Most are cash only.

Drove here from the other side of the island and ended in disappointment. I think we were hoping…read morefor more in terms of the farmer market over here. There's vendors of people selling souvenirs, art pieces and stickets, and a couple of ladies selling jewelry. Beware the prices of the jewelry pieces. I think $47 for a ring is expensive personally. I can't justify spending $80+ on two rings, which are made of stainless steel and look to be worth $10-15 on Amazon. The ladies here don't even say if they're handmade or anything, but anything for a memento I guess. Across the street is the fruits and produce. Lots of flies and bugs around. Parking lot is on rough rubble and it's a one way and small. Be careful and take care driving in, don't want any popped tires or anything. Overall a quick visit for us after walking through. I think we saw someone setting up to play some live music for the atmosphere.

Make a beeline for Manas Aloha Fruit Stand. We tried the fresh coconut, and it was so good, I half…read moreexpected it to start singing "Aloha" to me. It was like drinking the very essence of Hawaii cool, sweet, and refreshingly perfect. Seriously, I'm pretty sure coconuts were invented just for this moment. The banana nut bread. It's like if a cloud and a muffin had a baby. Warm, soft, and so perfectly balanced between banana and nutty goodness that I almost bought another loaf just to avoid the heartbreak of it being gone. Don't ask how many pieces I ate just know I left with crumbs in my soul. This stand is the kind of place that makes you feel like you're in on a local secret, and by the time you leave, you're planning your next visit. Stop in, grab a coconut, and try not to devour the entire loaf of banana nut bread before you get to your car. It's worth the stop and maybe even the calories. But wait.....there's more! They've got pineapple, sugar cane, and star fruit that'll make you wonder why you ever settled for regular fruit. Each bite tastes like a burst of sunshine, and you'll feel like you're living your best tropical life.

My daughter wanted to drink out of a coconut on our vacation and this spot delivered! They were…read morefriendly and it was fresh and delicious! Highly recommend hitting this spot when visiting Akaka Falls.

This place is so beautiful! The goats are lovely :) Their…read morestaff are helpful & friendly. Their products are delicious! Really good.

This farm was amazing. We were greeted by a the nicest staff member who gave us a brief rundown on…read morethe rules. We bought some feed for a small fee. I wish we could have spent more time there, but we had to leave for Maunakea. The baby goats touched my soul. They were so well behaved, so cute and so loving. Most of them were so gentle taking each feed by hand. No biting or nipping. There were a few very small timid gentle ones. These especially stole my heart. I highly recommend this for everyone , and if you visit you should really support their cause.

This was such a cool unexpected stop on the way back from waipio lookout. The fruit tasted good,…read moreand the grounds had a lot of cute little decorations. They don't accept card so bring cash or zelle. They have wifi as the rest of the area is dead zone

Such a cute fruit stand!! The ice cold coconut was delicious & refreshing, and they helped us crack…read moreit open afterward so we could eat the inside. The tropical fruit bowl was beautiful and had a great variety of fruits, though some of them were quite sour. Parking was easy and convenient, and there were plenty of seats around. Service was super friendly. I'm glad we stumbled upon this spot!

"You can die anytime, but living takes true courage." -- Kenshin Himura…read more What a wonderful health food store & gift shop. If you're wondering: "Locavore" is a person whose diet consists only or principally of locally grown or produced food. Add a bunch of uniques gift ideas by Big Island artists and life is complete. Located in the heart of old town Hilo on Kilauea Avenue is where you'll find Locavore or as locals will know it's next to Ben Franklin. The staff of Sam and Audrey were genuinely kind and welcoming. I was most impressed with their knowledge of products and pride in what they had to offer. My sister (who I was visiting) purchased fresh non-GMO produce and pickled namasu. Since I was visiting Hilo I chose unique stickers and postcards to take home with me. I really felt a warm peaceful vibe while browsing around The Locavore Store. On a Sunday afternoon it was filled with curious customers. Health conscience hippies, those looking for island arts & crafts, and a few locals living la viva Locavore lifestyle. What a fab gem in old town Hilo. Til next time... Pls follow my adventures IG: @eric_travel_guru

This place is amazing! There are so many local products. Not only does Locavore have many…read morevegetarian and vegan products but they also carry local meats as well. One of the things I really love is that they highlight Kanaka owned business and products. The staff is nice as well! The first time I went I ended up going back the next day.

Not really into toffee at all, to be quite honest. Lots of sugar, hard on the teeth. But here, all…read morethe way out on the Hilo side of da Big Island, I had to make a serious exception. This is a charming little shop that makes and sells one thing: toffee. And theirs is exceptional. Love their merch, too! Bought a couple of bags and was seriously considering buying a hat, but I've got too many in the rotation right now. Met Kegan who is the owner and was working the register. He gave us a brief history of the business and how it was passed down from family. Right inside the store, there's an impressive scale model that depicts the history of the company in case you'd like an even more thorough presentation. Back to the toffee. Kegan was nice enough to give our large group samples. That sold me for sure! Nice guy! Super tasty toffee. I ate like half the bag on the way back to Kona. This just might be the best toffee candy you'll ever have. Check out this place if you're on the Hilo side. It's worth it!

So yummy. We happened to drive past this place and decided to stop by and check it out. Toffee is…read moreso good. Super fresh and perfect.

These lychee are the best. The flavor is sweet and robust and meat is full of juice. One of the…read morebest I've had.

We had such an amazing time on the lychee farm! It was so easy to schedule an appointment for our…read morepick your own lychee. You can go online and schedule an appointment from the website. It is separated into blocks. When you arrive, the owner greets you at the gate and tells you where to park. Then she gives you a brief tour of the place and shows everyone how to use the picker and what lychee is ripe for the picking. There's plenty of lychee inside the trees, but there is also lychee on the outskirts of the trees, but the lychee inside the trees were nicer (imo)! After picking the lychee, we are able to cut, sort, and discard the lychee that are broken or not as ripe. So you really pay for whatever you pick/ is good! She weighs your harvest after and boxes/ bags them up for folks to take away. The owner is SOO nice and she has a water station for guests to stay hydrated since it does get pretty hot and humid. But the trees offer so much shade underneath that I didn't even know it had drizzled! She just started offering pick your own lychee and it was very well thought out and we had so much fun!

Great selection. Helpful staff and convenient location (tho parking lot is a little tight). They…read moreoffer shipping and can help with packing for traveling as well. They have a variety of flavors for kettle, taro, sweet potato or mix chips. Not just about the kettle cooked potato chips of my childhood. Loved the Hawaiian Chili Pepper Taro Chips.

The TARO chips!!!…read more The cashier was amazing. So welcoming and knowledgeable. They have a rewards program (stamp card). Beware of the samples!!! You will buy more than you can carry. Thankfully they offer free shipping for orders more than $80.00 Side Note- The slightly burnt chips are amazing as poke nachos.