Absolutely one of the best coffee shops I've ever been to! Owner is incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. Willing to make suggestions based on your favorites. Beans have excellent flavor with well curated blends. Liquid chocolate has so much depth and flavor. Can't wait to come back next time we're in the area. read more

Becca and Nikki were awesome. They thoroughly explained all the different coffee options, flavor profiles, and how to best enjoy each cup. They also gave us a free sample of their lava shot and it was incredible. This spot has really good quality coffee brewed with care. We got several medium speciality coffees and one geisha -- it's worth the money. These unique flavors can't really be found anywhere else. Highly recommend for those in the area - and it's definitely worth a trip out here just to try some of these amazing brews. read more

My husband and I are visiting the Big Island for our honeymoon and stopped by Koana for a cup of coffee before heading to the Volcano national park. We are a bit of coffee snobs and Brian's shop exceeded our expectations! The coffee and the "Lava Shot" were absolutely delicious. We left refreshed by the Aloha Brian shared. Definitely worth a stop if you care about coffee! read more

Holy cow. This place has the best coffee I've ever had in my life. Additionally, just the experience of getting the coffee, learning about it, getting to smell it, is just exceptional. I am in love. read more

First of all the vibe of the cafe is beautiful but the vibes of the employees are so much better. I loved talking to the workers and they were so sweet. This is the type of humble cafe where they don't try to market themselves and they play vinyls for music. I got the Makiki Oolong tea and they gave me samples of the lehua honey. They also made us a sample of the lava shot, must try this! I've never had a combo of those flavors before. read more

The best coffee in Hawai'i. I feel so fortunate to live within 15mins of Koana. The owner is a passionate creator and artist. The gift shop is super cute, welcoming, and full of locally made items. If you are looking for a quick cup - this is not the spot for you. When you stop at Koana be ready for an experience so do not be in a rush. Slow down and enjoy the craftsmanship that is a cup of Koana coffee. read more

Just a fabulous incredible completely unique experience. The BEST coffee on the Big Island. Truly the nicest owners, as well. Stay and talk story! Do not miss it. Bring your stone violins from Mountain ViewBakery here. Go home amazed and delighted! Interesting, wonderful find!!!! read more

Excellent Coffee, Warm hospitality and banana bread! This cozy and intimate shop a few feet from the Mountain View Bakery (Stone Cookies) is a don't miss. Pour over expertly brewed & lots of choices create a top notch coffee experience you might find in Portland, OR, Melbourne, AU or other coffee meccas. Lots of selection to purchase roasted beans from different island purveyors and the folks at banana bread aloha make regular and chocolate baked fresh for sale. Koana also have created a few different hot chocolate drinks to enjoy. The shop is an ecletic mix of whitewashed re-claimed wood, nice fabrics and funky furniture all carefully crafted and put together with the only thought to make you feel welcome and comfortable. Worth the drive from the Hilo area or on your way to Kona. read more

The pour over coffee is really outstanding. And the conversation with Brian, the owner, was equally enjoyable. Have him educate you on the different coffee types, put a vinyl record on the turntable and listen while you enjoy your coffees. And try the chocolate lava flow! read more

WOW. Being from Seattle, we have pretty high coffee standards, and this place did not disappoint. Best coffee we've had in all of Hawaii. This is the place you come to for meticulously prepared exceptional coffee. The owner is extremely knowledgeable and takes great care in every cup he makes. Pour overs of local coffee are the specialty. My partner got a pour over of a medium roast, and I got the lava mocha. Both were fantastic. If you're a coffee snob, you NEED to try this place. read more

Literally, THE BEST cup of coffee I have ever had. A must for any coffee aficionado. I'm no expert, just some one who enjoys a nice cup in the morning. Enjoyed Becca walking us through their selections and making recommendations based upon our palates. A definite stop when I'm out in Mt. View. read more

Highly recommend stopping by! Super cute shop. Owner gives history of products and town. We had both tea and coffee. Our kids got the stone cookies and they loved it read more

Koana - In shop - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Mountain View, Hawaii

Five stars! Go to Mt View Bakery for some doughnuts and do yourself a favor by stopping here for omiyage and an amazing cup of coffee. Slow down and talk story with Brian, the owner. He has sourced some of the very best coffee beans on the island and he can hook you up. We will be back for more coffee and gifts for the family! read more

Fantastic place for coffee, tea, chocolate. Brian is super helpful and goes out of his way to make sure you have a great coffee experience. As a coffee lover, I appreciated his bean selection and quality pour over! He's also really knowledgeable about the local coffee scene and makes great recommendations on beans. They just started a month before COVID-19, but already doing so fantastic - highly recommend! read more

Unique pour overs. Intimate location with great customer service. Right off the Volcano Highway so it's worth stopping by if you are in the area. Go next door to Mountain View Bakery for a great pastry to accompany your pour over. read more

Got my first coffee from this shop this weekend, and I'd say it was one of the better tasting ones I've had. It's served black, but they do have sweeteners and creamers that you can add. Definitely enjoyed the cold brew. Thank you! read more

Koana is on the way to volcano national park, a perfect stop to try some of the best hawaii coffee and local specialty snacks! A great experience! Mahalo read more

Koana - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Mountain View, Hawaii

If you love a high quality pour over or specialty tea, this is the place for you! Found this amazing coffee shop between Hilo and Volcano. The owner only sells coffee and tea grown locally. He has a variety of roasts and teas. He will take the time to chat with you about your preferences and then will pour you an amazing tasting coffee. This place is for coffee purists. Don't expect syrups or a variety of milk options. If you happen to love cacao, he's got your back! Koanacoffee pairs perfectly with a Mountain View Mochi donut from next door! This coffee shop has seats for lounging and the owner and locals are happy to share all their favorite local eatery recommendations with you! What a treat to find this gem! read more

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He was very knowledgeable and great at coffee making. Prepare to be wowed and allocate enough time to experience the different flavors. read more

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One of the best coffees I've had! Came across it by accident on our way to Volcano National Park but what a find this is! A great selection of coffees and the owner is very knowledgeable and friendly! While I am a big coffee fan and had a delicious light roast, we also got to try the spicy chocolate lava - what an unique amazing taste! Stop by, you won't regret it! read more

We found this cute little coffee shop on the way to see my brother in Hilo. The nice girl who waited on us took the time to explain all the coffees & why it's called slow coffee. It was very interesting & she was very friendly. The owner was there also & very kind & informative! Would definitely recommend this cute little shop that also carried gifts & souvenirs! read more

What an amazing find! Great pour over coffee with a great welcome and a little history lesson. Definitely definitely go here. read more

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Maybe the best cold brew coffee I've ever tasted. Friendly staff. Don't miss out on this place if you're in the area.

Amazing coffee. The staff and owner are both very friendly and explained all their specialty coffees to me. It was a really pleasant coffee shop experience, perhaps my favorite one thus far. If I live in Hilo, this would be my go-to spot. read more

Came to get a latte, left with a shot of drinking chocolate! Very cute store and very friendly owner. read more

Koana - Outdoor seating area - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Mountain View, Hawaii

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It is a rare and precious thing when you can have a mundane or routine aspect of your life opened up to reveal some beauty. Brian offers you that opportunity when you order a pour-over coffee. Both his knowledge and interest in you - who you are and what you might enjoy - creates a relational experience which is deeply needed in our transactional consumer culture. And it's a great cup of coffee! Thank you Brian for bringing some connection and artistry to the world - it's sorely needed. read more

Charming coffee shop in Mountain View. Decided to stop by after reading the Yelp reviews and Food and Wine article. Great pour-over coffee and friendly service. My husband loved his Lava Mocha and looks forward to returning for another one soon. read more

Great coffee selection and unique souvenirs. I tried their mocha with a roasted marshmallow on top. The mocha by itself was good, however the marshmallow was so burnt that the char just floated everywhere in the drink and ruined the flavor. The baristas were super nice and knowledgeable about local coffee farms. read more

Aloha atmosphere! An amazing diversity of coffee and tea drinks made meticulously to order with local care!

Becca is so kind and knowledgeable about the coffee. Love the local artistry. The Koana Specialty and the Lava Shot - superb!

The barista is knowledgeable about coffee and makes great recommendations. Perfect pour overs and scientific extraction process. James Hoffman would be proud. If you like coffee then this is a must-visit. read more

Koana - Science! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Mountain View, Hawaii

The service here is always exceptional. Brian, the owner, is always very welcoming and very kindhearted. His coffee is always freshly brewed right in front of you and always is exquisite. There are a multitude of different coffee beans you can choose from that are all unique. The atmosphere of the place is always very lively. If you're only traveling to the islands or are a permanent resident, I'd recommend you try this out. read more

Was really excited to find this shop while visiting the Big Island on the Hilo side. Delicious coffee and owner was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. read more

Super cute little coffee shop with so much character! We were visiting from Oahu and found this gem on our way to the volcano. The owner was so friendly and made us the best mochas we've ever had! Had a very cute outdoor area with a hammock so our 11 month old got to experience his first hammock! Must visit if you love coffee read more

The workers are nice and know how to customer service good. It's just that I got a drink for 9 dollars that ended up being the smallest size possible you can get those coffee cups in, didn't realize there's no espresso in the drink, drank it still extremely tired, and I am a person who is extremely sensitive to hardly any caffeine. Obviously hardly any in this drink. And it all turned to sludge after sitting for 20 minutes. Was thick and gross. Tasted good enough originally but was a huge disappointment for my 9 dollars. I do not understand how this place has such a high rating and reviews. Great place if you're a yuppie hipster that feels good about themselves to have tumeric in your expensive small not very caffeinated drink. Stay natural read more

Getting coffee here was truly an experience- the attention to detail was amazing. Hands down the best coffee shop I've ever visited and I love coffee. The lava shot warmed my soul and made me wish I had this place to combat the harsh winters of where I'm from. read more

Best coffee spot on the Big Island. The coffee here is so good. The spicy hot chocolate is probably something you will never taste anywhere else so make sure to get it! This place is magic. read more

So happy we discovered this cute little gem during our trip to Volcano. Brian's kindness and passion for coffee really brightened my day. Both of the coffees (pictured), and the (slightly) spicy chocolate beverage we tried were super delicious. Highly recommend Koana! read more

This is a place you'd think you'd find in a nook in downtown Seattle or some other metropolitan area. Perfect for the coffee or tea lover that thinks they've tried every obscure coffee or tea. I guarantee you Brian has something you haven't tried. To say he's passionate about his work is a severe understatement. He'll speed through a pour if that is what you need, or he'll take all the time in the world to explain why the coffee/tea you're buying is the way that it is. Do yourself a favor and stop by on the way to or from Volcano. Better yet, make a special trip and set aside an hour or two to hang out and try some of his coffees or teas, you will NOT be disappointed. He's located a couple doors down from the famous Mountain View Bakery. read more

Best cup of coffee of my entire existence! Brian delivered a unique and exceptional experience that's both flavor and people oriented. Slow coffee is the motto here and Koana does not disappoint. If you only do one thing on this island while you are here - this is a MUST. If there is an elixir of life, Brian's coffee is it. read more