If Google let me give negative stars, I'd still ask for more. I'm always fair when I post reviews -- I'm not out here trying to ruin anyone's childhood dreams. But good grief, this business has the reliability of a toddler with a sugar crash. I drove a long distance to visit this shop. My partner drove here twice. And every time the place was closed during normal business hours. No sign. No explanation. Not even a sad little sticky note that says, "Oops, my bad." The owner even had the lack of integrity to tell my partner that she would be there today. Hilarious. At this point, I'm convinced the shop is run like a speakeasy: If you know, you know. If you don't, well... good luck, traveler. So, I asked around town. Turns out, the locals know exactly what's going on: Apparently the shop owner is... how do I put this delicately... the human equivalent of a mosquito at a barbecue. Everyone I talked to implied they wish she'd just let someone else take over -- someone who actually wants customers instead of treating them like an optional side quest. You'd think a business owner would occasionally... I don't know... open the business? But no. She's running this place like a part-time hobby she actively resents. And the lack of communication? Chef's kiss. She doesn't even bother to explain why she's never open. At this point, I half expect the shop hours to eventually read: OPEN: When the stars align CLOSED: Always MAYBE: If Mercury is in retrograde AND she feels like it To say she's giving the town a bad reputation is an understatement. This shop is basically the retail equivalent of stepping in gum. Sticky, annoying, and somehow still your problem even though you didn't ask for it. I won't be back. Ever. And you can bet I'll be telling this story everywhere -- Yelp, Google, Facebook, LinkedIn, the back of cereal boxes, cave walls... whatever it takes. This store owner isn't just unprofessional -- she's a full-on case study in how not to run a business. Honestly, at this point, a tumbleweed would be a more reliable proprietor. read more

Ditto on the other1star review. I also drove over to Honokaa to pick up an item for a gift. Store was closed at 1 pm on Thursday - no reason stated and nothing on recording. Spoke to owner on Friday and she apologized and said she was out of town. I asked if she would be open next day on Saturday and she assured me, yes, will be here at 10am. Drove over from Waimea at 12 pm on Saturday and again closed with no sign and no reason on recording. Walked around and spoke to local residents who said, yeah, haven't seen her, she kind of comes in when she wants to. So I decided, no more. Very unprofessional. Will NOT shop here again. Instead went to Waipio Valley Artworks where staff was very friendly and helpful.... And was actually there at the time stated for hours of operation. What a concept, huh? read more

Said on this website the store opened at 9 am. Drove all the way over from Mauna lani only to find the store closed. Not good.

My favorite shop on the big island. After extensive research I can say with confidence that you shouldn't miss the little Big Island Grown shop! The owner has a keen eye for quality goods and only carries items made on the big island. I also found the prices to be equal or better than other shops. More impressive, I found and purchased handmade items that I did not see elsewhere. Maybe it's because several of the artists live in the area of this shop. It's wonderful to see a collection of local art that is affordable and most items are functional too. read more

Big Island Grown - Handmade Hawaiian Koa Hairbrushes - Arts & Crafts Near Me - Honokaa, Hawaii

We were looking for t-shirts everywhere and finally went with their very soft, very organic, bamboo shirts. Yes bamboo...and yes, *very* soft. A bit more pricey than what we were looking for but Michelle was *awesome* helping us out. Too bad they are closed on Sundays I would have loved to go back and look at the other items she has there...perhaps tomorrow. :) read more

Awesome customer service, knowledgeable & helpful. I had lots of questions about the products as it was my 1st time visiting this dispensary. I got all the answers & they took their time, were patient and had lots of Aloha! read more

*Such a cool store, bought a really cool Koa cribbage board here and a nice quality tee shirt *Friendly lady working there, they try hard to stock all super local goods *These types of places make road trips on the BI fun and local read more

Place is easy to find I come from the other side of the island and the quality of the flower is awesome recomend the American pie and the white widow read more

So glad I found this place where I could get some great gifts and buy local. Bring home something from Hawaii instead of something that says "Hawaii." read more

We stumbled on this wonderful store, a big change from your average tourist souvenir store. We bought a Kao cutting board for our host and ended up with a bracelet for me, earrings for our cat sitter and soap for her and my BF's assistant. The help of the owner allowed us to get al the things we needed in one space and everything was made locally and was wonderful If you need great gifts to bring home or for you, stop by. You will not be disappointed. read more

Big Island Grown is a breathe of fresh air. The owners do a fantastic job choosing products that are made here on the Big Island, so you know that you are truly supporting our local economy when shopping here. read more

Found Big Island shaped Koa wood earrings here! I've been looking everywhere for this style and to have found them in Koa wood? Bonus! The shop owner was extremely knowledgeable and hospitable. We will be back to Christmas shop for one-of-a-kind Big Island gifts for our family on the mainland. Aloha! read more

Received a gift certificate from this establishment so went in to use. After purchasing (shame on me I did not check the balance when I signed my card) and checking my credit card bill I discovered the full amount of purchase was charged to my card. Yes, I have the items I purchased, but they have my $25 gift certificate so my $34 purchase actually cost almost $60. I live in Honoka'a and I guarantee I will never go back to this store or ever recommend it to friends and family who visit. read more

Came across this store on our last day on the island. The owner was SO friendly! I mean, granted, everyone on the island was nothing but kind to us but this gentleman was a great conversationalist and kept me entertained during my whole shopping experience! If that weren't enough, this shop was the ONLY shop on the island that sold locally made hot sauce and that was the one thing I was looking for the entire trip! I picked up a Ghost Pepper soy sauce from Big Island Peppers and it is so good! I put it on nearly everything! If you are looking for locally made products, definitely stop by here. 10/10 read more

Popped in today with my mom and LOVED this little gem of a store. You rarely find an entire store with all handmade local products and this place is it. Michelle was kind and sweet and just the right amount of chatty The products we found were of very high quality and fairly priced. They would make for excellent gifts. Some items here were very unique and I haven't seen them anywhere else island wide. Highly recommend to stop in and SUPPORT LOCAL!!! read more

When you're ambling around downtown Honoka'a, this locally owned shop stocks only things that are made or grown here on the Big Island, which makes it worth a stop. Look for Mauna Kea green tea, Filthy Farmgirl soaps, and many other bath and body products, handmade jewelry, and crafty souvenirs. read more

Love this place! A welcome addition to downtown Honoka'a that keeps our local community local. Great local products and super-friendly staff. I can get Filthy Farmgirl soaps here now without having to go to Hilo or Puna. And kama'ainas get a discount! read more

Big Island Grown is the best store! They ONLY carry products from Big Island Hawaii....tons of cute clothes, environmentally awesome t's and sweatshirts, soap, hair care, and local crafts. Michelle is so ALOHA!!!! Always a big smile and great vibes. Stop by their store to shop and say hey :) read more

Michelle the owner is the sweetest lady in town! And I just love her unique handcrafted merchandise