I Stopped by Anuenue for a bagel and coffee and had a really nice experience. The atmosphere was…read morecalm and comfortable, making it a great spot to slow down for a bit. My coffee was fresh and tasted great, and the bagel hit the spot. I had the "Country Club" bagel. The staff were friendly and welcoming without being overbearing, which added to the laid-back vibe. It's the kind of place where you can enjoy a quiet morning, catch up on some work, or just relax for a few minutes before getting on with your day. Definitely a nice local café to stop into when you're looking for a good cup of coffee and a peaceful place to unwind

Amazing ambiance! Very cozy and chill. We got a white chocolate coffee, a Brazilian limeade and the…read moreusual matcha latte. The Brazilian limeade reminded me of a nice sugar lemon candy and the white chocolate coffee was like the perfect marshmallow flavor; not too sweet but very creamy with a good amount of coffee taste.

If you're visiting Hilo, do yourself a huge favor and don't miss brunch at Paul's Place. This tiny…read morespot only has a few small tables (total seating for about 6 folks at a time). Reservations are mandatory, but a visit is well worth it! Paul is a sweetheart and an amazing cook. His secret ingredient is love. He really loves what he does and that passion for his craft really shines through to the entire experience dining at this small hole-in-the-wall. Don't expect to find air conditioning here, but definitely expect a delicious meal. My family sampled several favorites on the menu, including Paul's take on a smoked salmon benedict, his outrageous Belgian waffles, and the breakfast caprese, a really creative dish you'll only find here. Paul, thank you so much for a memorable meal! I hope to see you again if I'm ever back in Hilo :)

I celebrated my birthday at Paul's Place, and it was an experience I'll never forget…read more When I reached out for a reservation, they followed up and were able to fit me in for my birthday. That alone meant so much. From the moment I arrived, Paul made me feel special. He greeted me with a warm smile, seated me at a beautifully decorated birthday table, and surprised me with a birthday sash and crown. It was such a thoughtful gesture that truly touched my heart and made me feel celebrated on my special day. I enjoyed fresh-squeezed orange juice and the Belgian waffle with bacon. The waffle was absolutely delicious--beautifully presented with fresh fruit and whipped cream, and honestly the best waffle I've ever had. A huge mahalo to Paul and his team for making my birthday so memorable. The food was outstanding, but it was the kindness, warmth, and genuine hospitality that made this experience unforgettable. 12/10 Highly recommend!

Had a great latte from Cisto who was an absolute homie. My favorite coffee in Hilo. Also bought a…read moresweatshirt from the thrift shop in the back a while back that I love

Coffee notes is a play on words, where notes not so subtly means live music…read more On our way to the 49th Kilauea eruption, we stopped to get lunch and get caffeinated for the long drive to Volcano national Park. We got the mocha iced coffee which seemed to be more chocolate than coffee, but I'm down for that. Hilo was unseasonably warm and sunny (what is this, Kona?) and ice chocolate coffee hit the spot. The drink came fast which was the opposite of our food. We ordered the half size order for both Farm fig goat cheese and Caprese sandwiches. And then waited. The live music went through seemingly their entire music line up before our food was made. That said, the sandwiches were very tasty. The fig jam, goat cheese, and arugula was perfectly balanced, creamy, and not too sweet. The Caprese had a solid amount of cheese, fresh tomatoes, and tasty bread. Parking is whatever you can find on the street and the music did get fairly loud but they have a few tables outside of the coffee house. Bathroom is clean too.

Puna Chocolate Company is one of my favorite local chocolate artisan shops, conveniently located in…read moreDowntown Hilo. Since my time away, they have beautifully renovated the interior to have a sit-down booth area. I love the abundance of nene decor honoring our state bird, along with high quality chocolates made in Hawaii. The store clerk was very knowledgeable and described how each cultivars of chocolate differ in their taste profiles. We had the horchata 50% milk chocolate bar, and I don't have a picture because we devoured it in one sitting! Overall, Puna Chocolate Co. is an elegant, delightful, and elevated experience that rivals big names like Big Island Candies and Dandelion Chocolates in San Francisco. Highly recommend in stopping by!

Apparently I was wrong about the service! Lol. The owner angrily ranted at me about how there…read morewasn't any AI in his shop, despite the fact that when I visited, nearly every single poster on the walls advertising events either utilized AI generated art or was wholly generated by it. You'd think that as the owner of a small business, he'd want to support the many local artists to create promotional material and consider customer comments with some grace and humility, but I suppose this isn't that kind of place. Genuinely embarrassing for the owner and the company he's representing.

Food was good, but expensive. Bought a Lautele and Dubai waffle = $43. Portions not worth the…read moreprice. Service was okay. Store was clean and inviting.

Amazing staff with friendly faces and a great atmosphere. Poke always fresh and daily specials hit…read morethe spot!!

Super cute spot, friendly staff and delicious drinks. Loved the matcha, tasted flavorful and…read moresmooth. Quick service and an easy grab and go spot. It's located on the first level of a larger building and there is ample guest parking up front.

I've been here a few times and I appreciate that their is a kiosk to help with the lines and maybe…read moreit helps the workers focus more on making the drinks and if that is the case why are my drinks never coming out the same? I appreciate them trying to get the drinks out especially during a rush but when they call out my order and I walk up to the little window and have a question for them they slam the window and don't even give out great customer service or say "thank you". I guess it depends on whose working, because some of them are nice but there's one girl who has an attitude. I'm hoping they can fix these issues as a customer who loves supporting local businesses.

great service, lots of yummy drink options, indoor seating available, easy parking, cute animal…read moreadoption flyer got the Chantilly birthday oat latte topped with Mac nuts, honu latte, vegan Greek salad and chicken wrap. everything was yummy!! will be coming back tomorrow for another Chantilly birthday latte. also got two bags of roasted coffee (whole bean or can be ground upon request). ask to upgrade drinks with Hawaiian espresso!

Nice atmosphere and delicious coffee! The service was…read morefriendly, as expected and as a whole it's a recommended coffee place. If the coffee was a little hotter it would have been more enjoyable, as it seemed to get cold too quickly but it was still delicious. Come give it a try

Simple menu, good selections of items, awesomely friendly staff, cute dining area that's clean…read more The music is good and I'd definitely recommend to support the ARC Community Center, it's what makes the Aloha Spirit Special and welcoming

Cute little gem!!! Friendly staff and decent prices. Came for the Dole Whip and was not…read moredisappointed!

Coffee girl has new cute cups to get your favorite drinks in go nowwww!…read more Featured in photo is the Bontiti, sugar free vanilla & Mac nut cold foam.

I visited this shop last week while in Hilo, based on the strength of Yelp reviews. The staff was…read morefinishing a meeting when we arrived but greeted us warmly. Everyone was so friendly and shared recommendations for food and lodging in Kona, where we were headed. I had an iced ube latte which was so IG-worthy but also really delicious, I licked the ube cream off the lid like a savage. I don't usually order coffee drinks that contain sugar because calories, but this drink was worth it. Also, the heart-shaped straw! So cute that it came back to CA with me. Highly recommend this shop.

The gals working were so sweet and professional! I asked if they could custom-make me an Ube Ice…read moreCoffee and they made it happen-- ONO!!!

I don't usually like matcha, but the Strawberry Matcha drink that they made was the best I've…read moretasted. The ladies that helped me and my sister were really friendly and sweet. They both were also really informative, since I'd asked about the balance of the strawberry flavor and matcha. The overall ambiance of the small coffee shop was very calming and pleasant. I would definitely recommend, and will definitely be going back again.