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Enjoyed the coffee samples! They have a great menu with lots of different options. We went for their specialty drinks the Mac nut cold brew and the ube vanilla bean. Absolutely loved both. We also split a bacon Gouda sandwich and the reviews I read were right, it was definitely better than Starbucks. Had to pay to park, 4.81 for 15 mins, if you can walk definitely do so! read more

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Hanaah F.

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Good coffee. No decaf. Service was pretty quick. Parking was very compact and at the back. The café can validate your parking, which is 1hr complimentary parking. By the ocean. Busy area also. read more

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Lizzie S.

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Great samples and merch and service! Food looked good but I came in to get beans and tea as gifts. Prices were high but not too high compared to general beans on the island, and coffee was delicious! read more

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Tiarra H.

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Service was quick. The bacon Gouda is better than the one offered at Starbucks. If you know, you know. And the açaí bowl was amazingly fresh. I got the big island bowl. The ambiance is quaint. They have indoor and outdoor seating. read more

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Kristen S.

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My honey and I spent 3 days in Kailua before relocating upcountry on vacation, and went to ka'u coffee mill every single morning. Right at the northern end of the Kona downtown boardwalk area, this indoor-outdoor cafe boasts a huge variety of home-grown and packaged coffees and teas. The storefront is laidback and the baristas, very kind and eager to make recommendations. They also use housemade syrups in their coffee drinks, utilizing locally grown ingredients such as hamakua macadamia nuts and coconut. HUGE win for me, and well-worth the price tag. Additionally, they provided a nice variety of coffee samples! We were happy to try a couple of the 10 carafes they had out to select which would be best for omiyage for the family back home. read more

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Jo Q.

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We needed some caffeine and we happen to park right next to this great forge spot. Kaekoa was super helpful in making me a customized drink with their own house made brown sugar syrup. He was most definitely helpful and my coffee was exactly how I wanted it and tasted great! Stop by and try a drink. You will love it. Oh! We also bought our Hamakua Macadamia Nuts there since they had a variety of places at a pretty reasonable price. read more

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Michelle P.

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Really impressed by the coffee at this shop! Visited almost every morning during our vacation in downtown Kona - service was really solid and friendly and we also liked the açaí bowls here for breakfast! read more

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Carol Y.

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Popped into this local coffee shop on a leisurely walk in Kailua-Kona :) The shop is fairly spacious with a couple of tables to sit at, and they have free wifi. Enjoyed how they offered a selection of different Kona coffee to try and a variety of honey, macadamia nuts, cookies, & teas as gifts/souvenirs. While their macadamia coffee had the best aroma, their Italian espresso roast had to be my favorite, flavor-wise. read more

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Tomomi S.

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Several different kind of freshly brewed coffees are available for you to taste, and then you could get to choose which one you'd like to commit for a whole cup! Our choices are always different from day to day, and we really like the open and relaxed atmosphere here, and outdoor seating to watch the people and cars go by. So swing by here for a taste of Kay coffee! read more

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Aimee F.

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A great spot with samples for coffee and tons of merchandise to peruse (local macadamia nuts, coffee, dry mixes, teas, and more). I loved being able to sample coffee prior to purchasing. They have malasadas and other baked goods if you're looking for food to nosh on. There is a counter to order at and a clear menu board that is posted above the register to offer visitors options to decide from (both coffee and non-coffee). I opted for the mango matcha and it was perfection. read more

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Ivan S.

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Swung by this coffee spot on our first morning here at Kona, and it didn't disappoint! The place does look a little touristy with all the nuts and salt they got for sale which always makes me wary but I will say our cold brew was top notch. I ordered mine with house made macadamia nut syrup and yum, what a delight! Baristas were so friendly too and answered questions I had about that salt they had out to try. I approve this coffee spot! read more

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Cynthia K.

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First, the acai was liquid. Second, all three young ladies working on 4-11-26 at 12 pm kept touching their hair then handling cups and orders. Third, all 3 were also partaking in drinks while behind the counter which is a health violation. Will not return. read more

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Megan A.

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Loved this local coffee shop. The staff were so friendly and knowledgeable about the different coffees and products, you could sample the fresh brewed coffee, as well as Hamakua macadamia nuts. The actual coffee farm is on, I believe, the Northern part of the Big Island, so the coffee is absolutely fresh, and it's a pretty extensive mill. I wish we could have toured it, but we didn't have a car. I love that the shop also makes smoothies, shakes, has pastries and sandwiches, and iced tea, so there's something for everyone, and for every mood. The shop was popping with locals and tourists alike. We went twice while visiting Kona. The first day, my mom had a smoothie, and I, a chocolate shake with a shot of espresso. We both loved our drinks. The next day, we had just cups of self-serve, fresh brewed coffee. Both days, we really enjoyed our visit. I ended up buying a bag of whole beans and a storage canister. If you're looking for some local coffee, and love to support local businesses, Ka'u Coffee Mill is a must. read more

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Scott P.

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Exactly what I was looking for: yummy coffee straight to my belly. I liked that once I had my cup, I could go over to the coffee carafes and choose the blend I wanted. This was great for someone who wants a black coffee and taste the beans. read more

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Jamie O.

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Grabbed a doughnut and a coffee here this morning. The staff were super friendly and the store was very clean. They have the coffee out with testers which was nice. The baked goods were really good, I got the sugar coated ube doughnut but everything looked delicious. I got a matcha latte with coconut milk and it was perfect. The perfect amount of coconut milk mixed in with the perfect amount of sweetness. 12/10 should stop by and grab a doughnut for a sunrise swim! read more

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Crystal D.

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Coffee was delicious and flavorful! The service was excellent. Our barista was warm and kind. The mill is off the main road and the county ambiance is a lovely. Clean bathrooms are available. We were too late for a tour, but this side trip was definitely a highlight of our drive. read more

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Shinesh P.

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Drinks: caramel macchiato w/ oat milk - 10/10 recommend. the coffee is well roasted giving a well balanced feel between, the sweetness and creaminess from the oat milk. portion size: 12 oz cup hot service: super sweet staff and conversational. made me come back the next day due to coffee and service. Ambiance: great for small groups. has good vibes flowing with chill music. Parking: public parking on the side Payment: apple pay and card are both options. not sure about cash read more

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Reese J.

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Cafe has a great location with amazing views. Love that they are open early. Customer service was super friendly and accommodating. Cafe offers plenty of seating and merch to buy. Coffee was amazing! read more

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Rachel K.

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Stopped in Yesterday to Check it out and look for a Post Card for my little Niece who's class Gingerbread Man went missing, so we're sending post cards saying we saw him an what he was doing & Lehua Helped me out and SW the Gingerbread Man picking Opihi in front of the Shop. Hahaha EXCELLENT Service Thank You Lehua, super sweet. I hope you have an Amazing December & Get everything your heart desires read more

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Suzanne S.

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One of my Big Island "must-do" activities was a coffee farm tour. Ka'u offers one for free, twice daily on weekdays. The tour was short, but informative. You'll learn that Ka'u prepares unwashed coffee beans, which have a different flavor profile. The vast majority of coffee that we drink is washed. My skeptical teenage nephew reported that the tour was more fun than he expected. (When asked about his expectations, he said "lots of walking around and looking at trees."). You will look at some coffee trees, but not a lot of walking is involved. Be warned that coffee beans are quite pricey here. We paid about $40 for a one pound bag, which was slightly above the median price for what is available if you're looking to bring home a souvenir. Most of the coffees available by the bag are brewed and available for unlimited sampling. I appreciated the tour and the ability to try different types of coffee before committing to the purchase. The shop has lots of other gift options from tee shirts to macadamia nuts to coffee accessories. I'm sure this is a rather touristy activity but we enjoyed it and were happy to support the business by bringing some of the island home with us. read more

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I visited their coffee farm back in February and it was outstanding. Stopped in to their Cafe across from the Kona Pier this morning. Great service and the coffee is still great. Nice high top seats out front to take in the ocean view and people watch. Really like this place. read more

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Jerry E.

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I have tried their coffee and it has a bold flavorful taste. Plan to try their sample packets to identify the differences.

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FY C.

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Great location across from the Kona pier. Wide open, clean space. Workers were super friendly. Got iced americanos a couple of times, and found the espresso to be only okay. Flavor was fairly weak for the ratio (double shot in a 12oz cup). read more

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Greg A.

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2 years ago

REALLY good espresso. Obviously Hawai'i is famous for their coffee but these guys know how to turn it into a latte or a macchiato that's worth going out of your way for. Thanks!! read more

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Emily O.

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The chai frappuccino was made to perfection! Amazing coffee selection and convenient location.

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Susy D.

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Hidden gem. Loved the coconut caramel brew!!! Great mid stop on the way to the volcano

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Lynn S.

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Beautiful coffee shop with amazing cold brews and views by the ! A must stop if you're in Kona! read more

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Paula W.

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2 years ago

This coffee shop is the best. Their employees always go the extra mile. Great job thank you.

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Kanaloa D.

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Coffee is great!!. The cafe has a good number of seating tables and chairs. I love the open concept, it makes the cafe feel comfortable and warm. They also have free coffee samples and have both dessert and bagel options. Positive service :) read more

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Erik D.

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We were strolling through Kona and the aromas called us inside. Coffee was Amazing! Super fast service, wish they had public restrooms. read more

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Ka'u Coffee Mill Cafe is very conveniently located right next to the Courtyard Marriott Kam. It's like a 3 minute walk from their pool, or literally right across the street from the ABC Store that's attached to the hotel. They have these two bar-height tables outside their shop - perfect for drinking your coffee and watching the traffic and people go by. The first time we went, we got the blended drinks - my husband got the mocha and I got a plain with Mac nut syrup per the girl's suggestion. The drinks came out and I really like the mocha as well and took a huge sip of my husband's drink before I started on my own hahaha. They were delicious. There is a huge coffee bean selection inside and they also have other types of souvenirs like shirts and some honey I think? But the people working there are very nice. The second time we went, I walked from the Courtyard's pool area and took my drinks back to the beach with me. I got stopped twice while holding my two blended drinks and walking by with people asking, "That looks so good, where'd you get that?" I happily pointed them to Ka'u. it was the only place that we returned to while on our vacation - it was that yummy! read more

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Great location right across the stress from the hotel. The coffee was yummy and the store is clean and esthetically pleasing. I've been going here to get my morning brew since I stayed in Kona. It looks like a relatively new place, I hope it works for them. read more

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K C.

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Best mocha's in town! And the service was amazing! They have an app so I just order ahead and it's waiting for me. read more

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Nice Coffee Shop!!!! I ordered the Hilo Mill Coffee..... was excellent!!! Also had a everything bagel with my coffee!! Great customer service so friendly!!! Thank you for your Great Service!! read more

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Callie C.

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Super friendly! Let us try all their drip coffee blends and Mac nut products. I ended up getting an iced americano and my partner got the coconut drip coffee. Best coffee we've had so far in Kona! Store was clean and they have cute outdoor bar seating with a great view. read more

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Stephen H.

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Great coffee shop! They have a bunch of free samples of a variety of coffees that were all fresh and super tasty! The girl at the counter was very informative and answered so many questions I had about how coffee is made. Would highly recommend! read more

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Just tried this cafe today! Really nice place and friendly people!! The macnut latte was good too! Will be back!!

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I was visiting Kona side with my husband and was obviously third trimester pregnant. I asked the young woman working if they had decaf coffee and she scoffed/half laughed at me and asked "how long I've been on island" and then I asked if she had decaf espresso for a latte and she just looked at me blankly like I was an idiot and I explained coffee and espresso are different. Instead of giving me ANY alternative solution or offerings (tea, juice, etc.) she just annoyingly asked if there was anything else. I ordered a bagel and cream cheese and then my husband ordered. After about 15 minutes I went back in to check on my bagel since it wasn't busy at all, maybe one customer ordered after us, and she was just standing there and I had to ask about my bagel, which she clearly had forgotten about and said it would be a few minutes. Then I watched as she, with no sense of urgency, got the bagel and went in back. Overall, the attitude I encountered was appalling. I have worked in the service industry and customer service for over a 15 years and this left such an awful taste in my mouth. Several other coffee shops and the hotel both had decaf coffee and decaf espresso and all without the attitude and condescension. I am also a local and found her just incredibly dismissive attitude towards me, local or tourist was just terrible. For a tourist centered business, I suggest some more customer training with your staff and how attitudes can affect customer experience and I was so taken aback by it. Word of mouth is a powerful thing for small businesses and this was a small but impactful and incredibly rude experience I encountered at your shop location. read more

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75-5663 Palani Rd
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
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(808) 315-7987
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What time does Ka'ū Coffee Roasters Cafe open?

Ka'ū Coffee Roasters Cafe opens at 7:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Ka'ū Coffee Roasters Cafe close?

Ka'ū Coffee Roasters Cafe closes at 5:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Ka'ū Coffee Roasters Cafe take credit cards?

Yes, Ka'ū Coffee Roasters Cafe takes credit cards.

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Does Ka'ū Coffee Roasters Cafe have a drive thru?

No, Ka'ū Coffee Roasters Cafe does not have a drive thru.

Indoor Amenities

Does Ka'ū Coffee Roasters Cafe allow dogs?

Yes, Ka'ū Coffee Roasters Cafe allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Ka'ū Coffee Roasters Cafe have outdoor seating?

Yes, Ka'ū Coffee Roasters Cafe has outdoor seating options.

Does Ka'ū Coffee Roasters Cafe have parking?

Yes, Ka'ū Coffee Roasters Cafe has parking options.

Other Amenities

Is Ka'ū Coffee Roasters Cafe wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Ka'ū Coffee Roasters Cafe is wheelchair accessible.

Does Ka'ū Coffee Roasters Cafe have free WiFi?

Yes, Ka'ū Coffee Roasters Cafe has free WiFi.

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Kaʻū Coffee Mill Café is a welcoming spot in Kona, opened in 2022 to share the award-winning taste of Kaʻū coffee. What makes us unique is our direct connection to the Kaʻū Coffee Mill in Pāhala, where beans are grown, hand harvested, and roasted on Hawaiʻi Island. Alongside our specialty coffee drinks, we feature house-baked goods and locally made products—macadamia nuts, honey, teas, and more—so every visit supports Hawaiʻi’s farmers and artisans. More than a café, we’re a place to experience the story, flavors, and hospitality of the islands.

History

Established in 2022.

We opened Kaʻū Coffee Mill Café in September 2022 with one goal—share the taste and story of Kaʻū coffee right here in Kona. Our café offers freshly brewed coffee, house-baked treats, and local favorites like macadamia nuts, honey, and teas. Every item we serve highlights Hawaiʻi Island farmers and makers. Whether you’re grabbing a cup on your way to the pier, relaxing with friends, or picking up gifts to take home, we’re here to share the warm hospitality and flavors of Hawaiʻi.

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Wow the macnut soft serve here is absolutely delicious! We came after dinner craving a sweet treat…read moreand were blown away by the vegan macnut ice cream which was so creamy and had a really nice strong macadamia nut flavor. So sad we didn't get to come back again while staying in downtown Kona but this was definitely one of the highlights of our stay. They also had a fun freebie wheel and we landed on a free coconut water which was such a nice surprise!

Best dairy free ice cream I've ever had. Better than most dairy ice creams as well. Off the beaten…read morepath so very glad we found it.

Dragon fruit mixed with another berry with cacao nibs

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Unicorn magic

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Scandinavian Shave Ice

This is on the lower end of shave ice in my opinion after visiting a number of spots on both Oahu…read moreand the Big Island. I did appreciate the detail with which our server prepared the shave ice and enjoyed the strawberry flavor, but the Pińa Colada tasted very artificial. The macadamia nut ice cream in the middle was average and the rice mochi bits we added on top were decent. I recommend staying away from coconut flavoring in general, as the fruit seems to be less artificial tasting. There's free street parking in the alley behind it, but we were there quite late, so it may not be available during the day.

Best Scandinavian Shave ice in the world right in the middle of town, across from the beach, quick…read moreservice, best icecream and mochi filling. Recommended mochi and macadamia icecream filling with Lili koi, mango and AC inside with shave ice stand to enjoy the sweet dream in Kona.

Finally down to the ice cream

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Lani Tea House

Found this place off of YouTube. I was highly excited to try their boba. When you walk in, the…read moredecoration inside is super cute. The fake cherry blossom tree and the angel wings are definitely social lures. We came here on a weekday evening. It was very busy! There was only one cashier and he was the one who puts the order together as well. We took pictures and I did a video as we waited. It was a very long wait. I think we were 3rd in line after a couple, and the 2nd was a couple with 3 children. After waiting for over 10 mins, we decided to sit down. We noticed there were 2 other groups already seated and waiting before our line started. Mid wait, another 2 groups came in. The cashier attended to them and continued to fill orders. He did great for the amount of people he had to serve. We ordered the brown sugar tea with boba. It was very bland! I mean like milk with some sprinkles of sugar lol the boba had no taste and they were small boba balls. I was disappointed. I gave the extra star for the decor.

Cute boba place. Conveniently located up the street from our hotel. Drinks were delicious and the…read moreambiance was definitely photo worthy. Since it was our first time, we asked the cashier for suggestions on their top ordered drinks. I enjoyed my pineapple passion tea. Refreshing on a hot day.

Brown Sugar Boba Milk (*caffeine free )

Oreo Cheese Milk Tea (w/Boba) *Cream Cheese Foam(slightly savory flavor)

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Ice Cream Milk Tea (w/Boba, Caramel, Biscoff Cookies)*Blended Drink

HiCO

12 oz. Iced Haupia Latte for $8 Friendly service and my…read moredrink was ready pretty quick! Delicious!

Chill place to hang out or get some work done. We got their Kona pour over, lilikou lime refresher,…read moreand ube latte with oat milk. The Kona pour over wasn't bitter or sour, pretty good! The lilikou lime refresher was also good. Not overly sweet, good amount of bubbles, passion fruity and a very light hint of lime. The ube was alright, we couldn't really taste the ube flavor. We came back another day and got their matcha latte with oat milk (sweetened), loaded spam musubi, and avocado toast. The matcha latte was not our favorite, it had a weird macadamia(?) and stevia taste to it, not entirely sure what it was but it threw off the matcha flavor for us. The loaded spam musubi was very dense, but pretty good. The avocado toast was very good. Huge bread slice and lots of toppings!

Lilikoi Cheesecake Matcha (Oat Milk)

Cute interior

Avocado toast

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Gypsea Gelato

There is usually a line into this spot. We went here for an after dinner treat. I had a small with…read moreKona Coffee and Lilikoi. My husband had raspberry and Lilikoi. There's no seating inside, but they have some picnic tables outside and cushions on the stone wall.

I am editing my previous review because the response to my complaint from the managers was…read moreincredible. Their customer service reply really made up for the previous experience with their staff and they ensured me they would address the issue with their team. :) Old review: I visited the Gypsea Gelato in Kona today and was extremely disappointed with the service. I ordered a single scoop child's cone and was told "We only have our Ube waffle cones, we are out of the rest... but don't worry they don't really taste like ube". I said ok, that should be fine since my daughter wants a cone. When I get to the register, after they had already filled her cone, I was told the price was $8.50 for the child's size ice cream and charged an additional $3 for their "specialty cone". Prior to choosing the cone, I was not told anything about it costing $3 additional dollars. Nor that a kids size scoop for that cone would be $8.50 when it should usually be $4.99. So I paid $11.50 for a child's ice cream. When I brought my concern up to the 3 teenagers working there, they all made me feel as though I was in the wrong for not knowing my child's cone would be $11.50. One of the staff checked to see if there was a price on the front of the sample cone thinking she could rub that in my face but there was no price shared. So, I had literally no way of knowing how much I would end up paying until it was too late and no apology or kindness was shown whatsoever. Another staff member said "we aren't in charge of what they give us"... and to that I say, that doesn't absolve you from sharing the price of this speciality option -which again, was the only cone option offered. Had I known I would be paying $11.50 for a child's cone, we would have happily ordered the $4.99 cup. I'd appreciate if the manager would get in touch with me -not so much for the outrageous cost but more for the fact that their staff provided such poor service in not sharing the price, and not trying to kindly resolve the issue.

Toasted coconut haystack in a cone

Small lemon cookie and salted caramel

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Mauna Trail + Tahitian Vanilla Beans

Kona Coffee & Tea

Family-owned & operated

Great Kona coffee in a wonderful casual atmosphere!…read more I had to meet up/interview a potential Big Island candidate in Kailua-Kona and I was basically looking for a casual place where I could meet, enjoy a drink, and have a little bit of conversation. Kona Coffee & Tea was the place of choice here in Kailua-Kona. Located at the Kona Coast Shopping Center, you can find this little coffee shop just next door from KFC. The coffee shop is easy to find, as other business surrounding this business is the KTA Superstore, Hele Gas Station, HFS Federal Credit Union, O'Reilly Auto Parts, as well as many numerous eateries. It was late in the afternoon, so I basically came here for some drinks. I had to try their Kona Coffee, and I must say it did not disappoint! The coffee shop has indoor, as well as covered outdoor seating. The shop does sell some food items, but I did not partake or looked at what they had to offer. There was also coffee shop merchandise, but I did not have time to take a look at what they had to offer. Overall, as great coffee shop and if I'm in the area again, I wouldn't hesitate to stop by for their wonderful coffee.

Kona Coffee & Tea really makes it a point to articulate that their coffee is 100% Kona coffee. For…read morethat reason, some of their drink offerings are priced accordingly, with a 12 oz medium pour over costing $10. Unless you're a coffee connoisseur, you may want to skip the pour over for something a bit less special to save yourself a few dollars. The coffee was fine, but my unrefined palette was not able to fully appreciate the cup of brew. In terms of atmosphere, Kona Coffee & Tea has plenty of seating outdoors around the porch and a few high tables indoor, where they have AC blasting at full strength. They have free Wi-Fi available as well, so I saw a lot of people posting up on their laptops. Parking is plentiful and easy to find since this coffee spot is located in a strip mall. If you have a discerning palette for the subtle flavors that show up in different coffee beans, you will definitely want to stop by for a cup.

The Nutcracker (Honey Latte with Pistachio Foam)

Passion fruit iced tea with simple syrup... refreshing!

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Beautiful cafe

Bubba & Finn’s Tropical Treats

4.6

(111 reviews)

0.3 mi

Squeeze into this tiny shop for big flavor. The house recipe coconut was the best - good, fresh…read moretaste, but there are multiple nondairy options that I didn't get to try this time. Since I've discovered that dairy doesn't agree with me, this is brilliant! It's on my list for the next time I'm in town! The shop's artwork is fun, clever, and locally made too. The owner spent time chatting with us about his idea for what's next. Anyone who needs dairy free options or is curious about the owner's next take on reknowned art has to stop by this place for a real ono treat!

This place is located in a strip mall. You order at the counter. There aren't any tables inside but…read morethere are some tables outside underneath a shade. Only one party at a time fits inside the location. We ordered the #4 Makapuno which has ube, coconut and snow cap. The medium one is $12 and it is big enough for two people. They ask you which flavored ice cream you want. They give you enough ice cream. It was good but it just needed more syrup. 8/10 Parking can be a bit tricky. We parked for free at St Michael's church nearby on a Monday afternoon. Public Parking nearby costs $15 an hour or $55 a day in that area. Some places do validate.

Strawberry slush with pineapple dole whip Mango whip

Classic Dole Whip Float

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Kona Wave Cafe

Better than before. This time around I just had them add everything and it is fantastic…read more The store is still a nice Mom & Pop shop, so that's extra points because the service is very personal as it is family owned. If you're on a cruise, your body will appreciate this break for fresh healthy fruit.

Talk about delicious! If I could give the Kona Wave Café 10 stars, I would!…read more The açai bowl was delicious and we chose the large and split it between my husband and I. It was plenty for us. We sat outside and just listened to the birds and watch the traffic and people walking by and it was the perfect way to start the day. We will be back and we highly recommend coming here.

Kona Bowl!!!

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Island bowl

Umekes Fish Market Bar & Grill

PARKING: Free in the large lot or on the street…read more VIBE: Various table sizes throughout the restaurant, spread out, not squished, which is nice. I came with a group of 8 SERVICE: Full restaurant service, plates, silverware MENU: Updated pictures are attached. Their shirts that say "F*ck Frozen Fish" should tell you how fresh things are! If you go to the small market side, the current market price for fresh poke is $28/pound PRICE: Fair, but a little pricey. It's the price of small businesses in Hawaii!

My husband was craving for some delicious fresh fish so we decided to check out this restaurant…read more They had a parking lot with free parking, this definitely made things easy because it is usually hard to find free parking in this area. I got the veggie poke bowl and my husband got the catch of the day. They had both indoor and outdoor seating. We decided to sit in the patio area. They had mist blowing fans in the patio area to help cool off. Our food arrived pretty quickly. The presentation was good. The food looked appetizing! My veggie poke bowl was packed with sesame ginger flavor and tastes delicious. The side of salad was a good add on. My husband's dish looked great. The fish was soft and the flavor was nice. He liked the side of mac salad as well. I was a bit skeptical initially about the veggie bowl. However, it was great and I'm glad I tried something authentic food. We also got the chocolate lava cake for dessert. It came out pretty quickly. It was coated with strawberry syrup. The menu did say that it was going to come with whipped cream but I believe they ran out. However, the dessert was spectacular! All in all, loved the food! Highly recommend it, especially for those looking to try authentic veggie food.

Kona Mixed Plate with Korean Chicken, Boneless Kalbi Short Ribs, White Rice, and Mac Salad.

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Umekes Nachos

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Kona Brewing

If you are looking for an exceptional brewery experience on the islands, the Kona Brewing tour is…read morean absolute must. For $25, it is easily some of the best money you can spend. The tour itself is fantastic and educational if you want to learn the actual science and craft behind beer brewing. A major highlight of the experience is discovering that this specific brewery brews exclusively for the islands, keeping production local rather than shipping it out for mainland distribution. It gives the entire visit a truly authentic, exclusive feel. What truly elevated the entire experience from great to unforgettable, though, was our tour guide, Dave. Whether you know him as "Dave the coffee man," "the man," "Dave the heavy pour guy," or "the Costco rotisserie 4.99," he is hands-down the best tour guide ever. His knowledge, energy, and humor made the educational breakdown incredibly engaging and fun. Great beer, fascinating local insights, and world-class guiding. Don't skip this one!

I think this is the first time I've actually been to Kona Brewery. I've had their drinks from the…read moreSupermarket and Costco and the last time I visited, there was only enough time to visit the merch store and grab a souvenir for myself. As far as the food and drinks, I actually enjoy Kona Brewery's beer more than Maui Brewing Co. I lean towards IPAs and Hazy IPAs but tried a flight which included a double IPA and a blonde and all were enjoyable. The food and service was just okay. I think we wanted something along the idea of French fries but was told that there is no fryer here so that threw us off a little. Especially when we thought we saw portobello fries online as an option from perhaps a different Kona Brewery restaurant menu. Our food orders included Kohala pizza, poke bowl, fish taco, and a cheeseburger. We wanted to grab a can of one of the IPAs to-go at the Growler Shack outside but they don't sell singles.

Servers at the kitchen station

Ahi tar tar - 8.5/10 avocado overpowered the fish a little but the rice, teriyaki sauce avocado work really well together.

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Flight time!

HiCO

12 oz. Iced Haupia Latte for $8 Friendly service and my…read moredrink was ready pretty quick! Delicious!

Chill place to hang out or get some work done. We got their Kona pour over, lilikou lime refresher,…read moreand ube latte with oat milk. The Kona pour over wasn't bitter or sour, pretty good! The lilikou lime refresher was also good. Not overly sweet, good amount of bubbles, passion fruity and a very light hint of lime. The ube was alright, we couldn't really taste the ube flavor. We came back another day and got their matcha latte with oat milk (sweetened), loaded spam musubi, and avocado toast. The matcha latte was not our favorite, it had a weird macadamia(?) and stevia taste to it, not entirely sure what it was but it threw off the matcha flavor for us. The loaded spam musubi was very dense, but pretty good. The avocado toast was very good. Huge bread slice and lots of toppings!

Lilikoi Cheesecake Matcha (Oat Milk)

Cute interior

Avocado toast

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Da Poke Shack

Arrived here around noon, but noticed a handwritten sign on their door stating they were running…read morelate. The boat arrived a bit later than anticipated. They have 2 long picnic tables right outside to sit, but other than that it'll likely be takeout. The parking lot is very compact with a 15min time limit. Not sure how strict they are about the 15min limit, but just be courteous so others can also park and enjoy the food! There was already a line when we arrived, so I recommend getting there early. Their poké also tasted so fresh! Their portions are smaller and prices are higher for the amount you get compared to other poké places... but for sure it is quality over quantity here. I'm OK with that. I'm not a huge ahi poké gal, but they didn't have salmon so I just got it with the garlic shrimp. But everything was so delicious! The seaweed salad, imitation crab salad, kimchi, and kimchi mussels were all good. Fairly simple to order: bowl vs plate (1 side for bowl and 2 sides for plate, 2 servings of poké). Brown vs white rice. Top shelf: sides. Bottom shelf: poké. They also offer a variety of sauces for your poké. They are all pretty good, but my favorite was the avocado aioli. The wet Hawaiian and Pele's kiss were also good per family. Definitely worth trying and repeating. Personally, I prefer this poké place over Pau Hana Poké. Service was nothing spectacular, just efficient and busy. No small talks here.

Portion is too small for $26 bowl food is ok nothing special ! They were cleaning the sewer line…read moreyou smell really bad when we arrived almost walk out but decided give it a try ! The plate is $50 decision Big Joke !

Our "breakfast"... poke bowl and poke plate

Wall decor

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Kalua Pork

Paakai Poke & Deli

Can I give this place more than 5 stars? It deserves it!…read more We had shoyu, lemon avocado, and umami ahi; kalua pig; ube coconut and cucumber sides. Every bite we had just had us in heaven. Yes, everything we had was amazing, but our favorite bites were the umami ahi, kalua pork, and cucumber salad. Service was quick and good. A good amount of nice outdoor seating, and we found parking easily in the lot. Do not miss out, this Pa'akai Poke is a taste of heaven!

My wife and I stopped by Paakai Poke & Deli as our first stop from the airport. Between the two of…read moreus, we split a plate with three scoops of poke -- umami ahi, furikake sea salt, and spicy salmon, along with mac salad, coconut ube and white rice with furikake, eel sauce and soy sauce. This all came out to $31.30 after tax, which is almost the same price as their large plate at $35.00, with two fewer scoops of rice. Of the items we ordered, the ube coconut was by far my favorite. I am definitely coming back again for more of this. I've never had ube in this format before, but the mild sweetness of the potato came through, and I enjoyed the chunky mashed potato texture. The next item I liked from the plate was the mac salad. I can't remember the last time I've had mac salad with this much black pepper sprinkled throughout it. The black pepper brought an unexpected amount of heat. Additionally, I thought the noodle were cooked perfectly. In most mac salads that I've had, the macaroni has been cooked far too long, but that was not the case here. I also appreciate that the mac salad was not drowned with mayo, another flaw I commonly see with this dish. Although the poke here is fresh, and the pieces are nicely cut -- all uniform in size, I thought the poke was a bit too salty, and needed to be enjoyed with the rice. The rice itself was a bit on the mushy side. Overall, we had a pretty solid meal at Paakai Poke & Deli. If you're in this area, stop by for the coconut ube -- you won't regret it.

The various sides' selection.

Umami poke and coconut ube side

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Mini plus $12 plate

Bubba & Finn’s Tropical Treats

4.6

(111 reviews)

0.3 mi

Squeeze into this tiny shop for big flavor. The house recipe coconut was the best - good, fresh…read moretaste, but there are multiple nondairy options that I didn't get to try this time. Since I've discovered that dairy doesn't agree with me, this is brilliant! It's on my list for the next time I'm in town! The shop's artwork is fun, clever, and locally made too. The owner spent time chatting with us about his idea for what's next. Anyone who needs dairy free options or is curious about the owner's next take on reknowned art has to stop by this place for a real ono treat!

This place is located in a strip mall. You order at the counter. There aren't any tables inside but…read morethere are some tables outside underneath a shade. Only one party at a time fits inside the location. We ordered the #4 Makapuno which has ube, coconut and snow cap. The medium one is $12 and it is big enough for two people. They ask you which flavored ice cream you want. They give you enough ice cream. It was good but it just needed more syrup. 8/10 Parking can be a bit tricky. We parked for free at St Michael's church nearby on a Monday afternoon. Public Parking nearby costs $15 an hour or $55 a day in that area. Some places do validate.

Strawberry slush with pineapple dole whip Mango whip

Classic Dole Whip Float

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Pau Hana Poke

Locally owned. High quality. Consistent. They have a few baked goods that are also very good…read more Parking situation is problematic.

This local poke place is small but offers some seating outside. It was a very popular place with…read morefresh ahi poke. They keep it simple so you pick your poke(s) side with rice. They had several types of poke to choose from. The shoyu and spicy ahi poke were tender, fresh and perfectly marinated. It's a large portion for the #2 bowl. Service was fast and friendly. If there is a line it goes by quick. And it's worth a wait. This is a local gem with amazing poke. It's a must try when leaving the Kona airport. Just 8 minutes away.