The Wrangler is a MUST!…read more The wahine working were so awesome -- friendly, welcoming, and genuinely helpful. I couldn't decide what to get, so I asked for a recommendation, and what they suggested was an absolute delight: The Wrangler. A MUST! The coffee was spectacular -- honestly, the best. My daughter ordered the matcha latte, and the matcha was ceremonial grade and so smooth. You can truly taste the quality. It was our first visit, but definitely not our last. We can't wait to come back again!

Awesome little spot to stop for whatever caffeinated beverage you can imagine. A bit pricey but the…read moreprices at all the coffee spots in this town are equally steep. Still amazing coffee and delicious varieties compared to other cafes.

I love the Surf Camp cafe in Niu Valley on Oahu, so I had to visit the Big Island location in…read moreWaimea! This coffee shop is located in a small plaza with a pizza place, taco spot, and Merriman's. The plaza itself has plenty of parking even when it's on the busier side on a weekend morning, so it's not hard to find a spot. Inside the cafe, there's a retail section that sells clothing and small goods, and a separate side to place your order and sit and enjoy your drink. The interior is bright and welcoming with a minimalist vibe, and even when we visited on a weekend morning, it was easy to find seating either indoors or outdoors. Service was wonderful -- we were helped promptly by staff, and my drink came out quickly. I got the black sesame latte with a chocolate chip cookie. I thought my drink was perfect, as the flavor of the black sesame was nutty, pleasant, and just the right amount of sweetness paired with the espresso. The cookie was on the softer/puffier side, and although it's not my preferred texture, it wasn't too bad! To sum up, I really enjoyed dropping by to get coffee here, and I feel like the quality of the drinks at Surf Camp is consistent across their different locations. I'll definitely come back if I ever find myself on Big Island for another trip!

If you're up in Waimea surf camp coffee delivers great coffee and amazing food. Perfect to start…read moreyour day. The staff is super friendly and they make great recommendations. The ambience is very bright and clean and they have ample seating although my favorite seating is the outside picnic tables. Sitting out in the cool Waimea air sipping on delicious coffee . Doesn't get any better than that.

If you're anywhere on the Big Island, do yourself a favor and make the drive to Fish and the Hog in…read moreWaimea. Trust me your stomach will thank you. We rolled in with a family of 10, which is usually enough to make any restaurant quietly panic. To make things even more interesting, our group was split in two, with the second half arriving about 20 minutes later. The staff didn't miss a beat. They made sure everyone was accommodated and able to enjoy lunch together without making us feel like we'd just thrown a wrench into their afternoon. That's the kind of service you don't forget. Speaking of service, the wait staff was warm, friendly, and incredibly efficient. They struck that perfect balance of making you feel welcome without hovering over the table asking if you're "still working on that." Now for the food... wow. The BBQ sampler was loaded with smoky, tender goodness, the poke nachos disappeared faster than I could claim a second helping, and the tacos were absolutely delicious. Every bite reminded us why people rave about this place. And then... dessert arrived. The banana cream pie and the chocolate cake didn't just end the meal they stole the show. If you leave without trying one (or both), you may want to reconsider your life choices. The rustic décor and relaxed atmosphere make this BBQ joint feel like you're eating at a friend's house and if your friend happened to be an incredible pitmaster. Fantastic food, outstanding service, and a staff that genuinely cares about their guests. Fish and the Hog isn't just worth the drive it's worth planning your day around. Five stars without hesitation. We'll definitely be back... preferably wearing stretchy pants.

Food 5/5 Strawberry Lemonade $9 - Yum! Absolutely delicious…read more Lava Flow $16 - Tasty and delicious. Spicy Poke Bowl $26 - Just okay, nothing special about it. The flavor wasn't kicking nor was it really that spicy at all. BBQ Sampler Plate w/ fries & grilled pineapple $37.95 - Good price point for a sampler. We've eaten a ton of BBQ around the US and the brisket was one of my favorites. The ribs had a sweetness I really enjoyed. Reuben Spring Rolls $16 - Not pictured but loved them! Chocolate Cake $12 - Since it was my actual birthday, my partner wanted to get me a slice of cake but boy are they huge. It was absolutely delicious but we had to take it to go. I would recommend they have smaller slices as eating a ton of BBQ and devouring a huge slice of cake is due for a heart attack. Ambiance 5/5 Got a nice table by the window minus the horsefly. Service 3/5 The lady who sat us and took our drink orders is extremely sweet and friendly. Our service was just okay, she didn't really add to our experience as if there was something on her mind.

This place is CLOSED! Owners apparently moved to Seattle. Was a little place in a strip mall, not a…read morecoffee farm.

Touring Pele Plantations with Vikram, Mel, and Ari was the highlight of my two-week vacation in…read moreKona! I'm incredibly thankful for this family in taking the time to show us the amount of work it goes into producing organic 100% Kona coffee. Tasting the coffee and sitting on their patio overlooking 2 Step and Captain Cook monument (best view in town!) was a delight. This is what traveling is all about. After the tour and tasting, we had the chance to purchase coffee beans and merchandise. I'm looking forward to brewing the coffee I bought. When I tasted their coffee, it was the best coffee I have ever had! Not just in taste but in feel. It didn't have that lingering acidic taste. Nor was I anxious to brush my teeth like I usually am immediately after drinking coffee.

This was a superior stop for muffins and coffee. SO FRESH…read more We sat outside and had a pleasant time. Still in the Parker Square sparking area.

We stopped here to grab a coffee before driving across the island and I was also looking for the…read moreHawaii Starbucks cup. Bingo! Coffee was made well too. Also, their bathrooms require you to get the code from them.

Our waitress was awesome. I had the prime rib loco, which was delicious…read more We also had the luau stew, poke nachos and the Korean combo plate food was delicious however they need to do some housekeeping. Dirty walls, dust on plexiglass, crumbs by window area.

Long wait, but the food is worth it!! Great local menu, ONO food, especially the pancakes and…read moreFrench Toast! Friendly staff too!

SO MANY CHOICES! This place is aesthetically pleasing - THE perfect ambiance and vibe! There were…read moreso many scrumptious choices on the menu that I walked away with 5 drinks for my daughter and I since they were closing at 2 today so I wouldn't be able to come back this evening: Honey Lavender Cold Brew (for now) and White Hot Chocolate (for tonight because Waikoloa is COLD at night) for me and a Vanilla Latte for my daughter while we're sharing the Pink Starburst and Lilikoi Colada energy drinks this afternoon. I sampled all of them and they are ALL so good. Service was great - I'm so sorry I didn't get the young man's name - and FAST! I'm going back tomorrow and the morning I leave Kona. Thanks, Kohala Coffee!!

Service is poor. Of the four workers behind the counter, not one acknowledged we were there. Worker…read moreon the register was on her phone while we were standing at the register waiting to order. When she did look at us, no greeting and did not ask us what we would like. She just stood there. At this point my wife and I were the only two in the shop. The couple who came in after us ordered and received the same service. Coffee is overpriced for what it is. I thought this picture they have hanging on the wall was fitting for my experience.

Six stars if it were possible. Freshly made oer order and Hot and drooling yummy!!!…read more each filled generously with raspberry jam, coconut cream and bavarian cream dipped in sugar... there was a choice of many more fillings. Hey, there's always tomorrow we are staying 10 minutes away...YAY!!!!!

Easy to find roadside stand with plenty of dirt parking on a weekday morning. It's a grab and go…read morespot w/ limited shade available. The malasadas are made fresh to order, so expect a wait (it took about 20 minutes with a few parties ahead of us). There's a 3-piece minimum for $11 and an extra $1.50/2 for each filling. We wanted to try the ube malasadas but they weren't available. The standouts here are definitely the unfilled malasadas. The Original with Cinnamon Sugar was amazing--hot, fresh, and the dough beats other malasadas on the island. Skip the Ube Cheesecake filling. It had no ube flavor and a bizarrely strong, alcohol-like aftertaste (maybe too much vanilla extract?) that made it hard to finish. The Li Hing with Guava was okay, but the filling leaned a bit artificial.