If heaven has a lunch counter overlooking the Pacific, I think I found it…read more The Coffee Shack isn't just about the view (and trust me, the view alone is worth the drive)--it's about everything that comes with it. Let's start with the sandwiches. The Hawaiian bread is absolutely incredible. Soft, slightly sweet, fresh, and honestly the best sandwich bread I've ever had. Every bite made me wonder why every sandwich in the world isn't served on Hawaiian bread. Then came the pizza. Authentic, artisan island flavor with a homemade crust that tasted like it had been infused with fresh rosemary and other garden herbs. The pineapple and ham tasted wonderfully fresh, making the classic Hawaiian pizza feel like it was invented right here. And then there's the balcony. You look out over the emerald-green Kona coffee slopes as they tumble down to the brilliant blue waters of Kealakekua Bay. The Pacific stretches to the horizon, sailboats drift across the bay, and on a clear day you can even spot the Captain Cook Monument across the water. It's the kind of view that makes you forget your phone...at least until you realize you need to take another picture. Come hungry. Stay awhile. Order dessert and another cup of Kona coffee. You'll leave wondering if you came for lunch or for one of the most beautiful dining views in Hawaii. Mahalo, Coffee Shack--you've spoiled me for every sandwich and pizza that follows.

Delicious food with an incredible view. Breakfast and brunch are the main draws here. We love…read moresitting in the back room, where the unobstructed ocean views and cool trade winds make the experience even better. Expect a wait on weekends, but they use an app that lets you track your place in line and alerts you when your table is ready. Don't skip dessert--the coconut cream pie is a favorite. We also loved the macadamia nut scone.

Parking, a headache. The view, spectacular. The coffee, about par…read more We had to come by twice to find a time when they were open. Doors were closed the first time we came by during opening hours.

11/10 - Amazing! This place is fantastic ! The owner, Bill, is super nice and makes the most…read moreamazing americano The views are to die for ! I've been back with my wife 3 days in a row now- we can't get enough of this place

Found this by Google searched "oldest certified organic Kona coffee farm". Booked a free tour on…read moretheir website. It located up a hill in Captain Cook. The road was narrow with many turns, but it worth the drive. Received warm welcome from Tara after parking on the ground floor. While talking about their move from New York and their works in Hawaii, we were joined by Ed on the upper level. He talked about his visions to keep and operate this coffee farm in all-nature ways to keep certified as organic. Even with some diseases on the tree roots, they used the nature and sustainable methods to control possible spreading and to treat the bacteria. The tasting was then hosted by Jessada. He explained from the volcano's contributions, tree growing, coffee cherries, hand picking, washing, fermenting, drying, grading, roasting, and more. They even separated those fancy peaberries! We were able to enjoy both freshly milled and brewed medium and dark roasted coffees. Those were our youngest family member's first ever coffee! He also talked about growing and caring turmeric. We bought multiple packs of their coffee beans and one pound of turmeric to go. We then walked about their farms and also saw papayas, bananas, avocados, and other tropical fruits. The entire visit was highly professional, knowledgable and educational! We received warmest welcome from Tara, Ed and Jessada.

Came on island with little research and a big checklist of ideas of "experiences" we wanted. I…read morefeel like we fell into the most authentic micro roaster experience we could have. Don't let the slick website fool you. This is a mom and pop, 2 people with an idea/dream who made it a reality. If mass market produced, easy parking and quick stop with bathroom is your vibe, this ain't it. I made my reservation on the website, we received a confirmation, and a text with directions, my maps app did just fine. We had a late start and since it was a Sunday and not overbooked Ed way kind enough to say still come we will see you when you get here. The turn off was easy to miss, and the road up the hill is not for the timid driver- we did fine in our rental sedan going slow, but an suv, our something with higher clearance would be more forgiving. The roads are local and small, be polite and use pull outs for letting other cars by. The pay off is views of the coast, the mountain, coffee - blossoms, berries and picked trees. It is other worldly in an agricultural Willy wonky way. Then you arrive... Ed met us on the road and directed us to park in his carport. It is a home, with an in basement tasting room where you discover the magic Ed and Tara have been brewing. Ahem. We sampled a medium and dark roast. I will state for the record I am no coffee snob. I don't know enough about coffee to have opinions. But the coffee we had today was other worldly good. I think it was pour over style in this cool contraption that reminded me of an ice cream cone holder with sample cups collecting the coffee below. Ed heated the water to 174 precisely. He amiably chatted about his family's story and what a designation of Kona Coffee means. Small batch hand processed coffee is special and comes with an expensive price. As I stood in the farm basement, which is a cluttered mash up of tools, farm equipment, packaging materials and bags of beans- this is a labour of love and inspiration. The coffee was hands down the best I have ever had - European, African, Costa Rican- nothing tastes like Rooster Farms Kona. It is like tasting the island aloha in a cup. We bought 3 bags for $100. We will make that last long time, and fun fact, they offer mail order so replenishing is possible. The tasting is free. Walking the grounds allowed, but no formal tour. Bottom line: Authentic, sincere, and an amazing cup of true Kona coffee. Off the beaten tourist path and a real experience. 10/10 no notes.

Their smoke pork is killing. Expensive but convenient. This family store is over 100 years old.read more

Great family owns and runs this wonderful little store. I have been a regular customer since 1990…read more ( at least 3 owners) Not a large selection, it's a very small store, but they have the essentials and the prices aren't outrageous. The ambiance is close to the old school mom and pop style rural Hawaiian store. The current owners continue to be a big help to the local community. They even had free Thanksgiving dinners again this year. Much Aloha!

Awesome fruit, great staff!!And the prices are better than any grocery store!! Thank you, South…read moreKona Fruit Stand!!

We stopped here 3 times in 2 days in the area. I especially loved the papaya smoothie. The…read morechocolate chip cookies were great too! It has a very laid back atmosphere and beautiful gardens to enjoy your smoothie in. Parking is limited and can be difficult. Only one employee but the line goes fast. It's expensive but size is decent. Would recommend!

Best coffee and dried banana in Hawaii. Organically grown and hand picked for high quality coffee…read more The dried banana are naturally sweet and soft unless the hard dried banana.

If you ever eat at Alan Wong in Oahu, you'll notice that he's a coffee fanatic. When you read about…read moreLafayette you'll see: "This organic coffee is grown with Effective Microorganisms (EM), the result is one of the best coffees we have on our menu. It's well-balanced, low acid, great flavor for those who like it with cream and sugar, you won't need it. It is like a very elegant Burgundy from Romanee Conti" Now I dont know about the wine comparisons but it is damn good coffee. I dont like to put cream or sugar in my coffee and the Lafayette certainly stood out. Kona is full of great coffee plants but it's what the owners do in that extra mile that makes the biggest difference, and you can tell they care about the product they produce here.

The farm is very scenic, but shortly after arriving a lady yelled at us and attacked us with rude…read moreand strong language. We were asked to leave promptly.

We had the good fortune of coming across their coffee at a farmer's market while visiting Hawaii…read more This is one of several brands I tried while there, and I must say theirs was the best, especially for the price. Now that I've depleted my supply of the various coffees I brought back, I decided to order more. I placed my order last night, and this morning received an email that they are roasting this morning, and will grind and ship it this afternoon! I've already received the notification from the USPS that the shipping label has been created...can't wait to get my freshly roasted coffee!

HiCo is a super cute coffee shop I Kealakekua. There is a good sized parking lot and even a drive…read morethrough. We went at about 10:00 on a Wednesday morning and lucked out with the last parking spot. They have a cute outdoor seating area as well as tables inside. The place was busy with people on their laptops and families enjoying their morning coffee and snacks. We got haupia latte and a brown sugar latte. They asked if we wanted it hot or cold and we both chose cold. They also have hats, t shirts, jackets with their logo on it. The t shirts were nice but kinda pricey at $35.00. Service was quick and really no complaints. Would definitely recommend this place if you're in Kona.

Limited food options, but good food options. Always great staff here and calm atmosphere. Inside…read moreand outside seating. Love that there is a drive thru.