It was the last day in Hawaii and I hadn't had my Loco Moco so I was on a mission to find it. I…read morecame across the spot as we were walking by. It is two stories with open views of the ocean. It has great views from both levels. They sat us upstairs, which was more quiet than the downstairs. Our server was nice and attentive. I placed an order for my Loco Moco. It is plated beautifully. It tasted really good and flavorful. It was a bit on the salty side, but it was balanced with a perfectly cooked white rice. It is a hearty meal so it was perfect for a long plane ride. They had a sign for a daily happy hour from 3:30 to 530, FYI

We were looking for a place to eat it was getting late and places were closing. We decided to dine…read morehere. I was really undecided so I asked for more time and the server came back with drink orders. I still needed sometime so he said he'd be back. 20 minutes later he finally comes by - I get he was busy but wow! I ordered the Fried Rib Ends w/ a side of White Rice. The ribs ends were decliciois! I really loved the house-made guava-lilikoi BBQ sauce as it was sweet and had a nice tang to it. It was topped with tropical salsa and served on island slaw. The slaw was crisp! The server come back once but didn't come back again just to give the check. I was truly disappointed by the service which really left a bad taste in my mouth, hence the 2 stars.

Great taste, fried rice was on point. Pork chop moco was amazing. Will be back for sure to try the…read moredifferent moco.

Dang what happened?? This place fell OFF. We came for the first time in 2017 and loved it so much…read moreit was our daily breakfast the entire trip! We came back post COVID and it was a little odd but we thought it was temporary due to constraints. But coming today, it's no longer a proper restaurant but now an order window with tables to eat at which would be fine but the food quality has gone completely downhill as well. The burger patty in my moco was TOUGH and spongy. It used to have the texture of a hand formed hamburger patty but now it tastes like it was compressed by a machine. Unfortunately we probably won't be back

Island Corner Cafe easily earns five stars from me!…read more I came here for breakfast twice during my stay, and both meals were great. On my first visit, I got the breakfast croissant and it was delicious. The next day, I decided to try one of their hot sandwiches, and it was also very good, the focaccia bread was nice and fluffy, and the turkey and veggies were cooked perfectly. The tomato bisque soup was a bit too salty for my taste, but everything else hit the spot. My friend had the coffee and mentioned that it was pretty good as well! The service here is fast, efficient, and super friendly. On the inside, the vibe is very modern, clean, and uncomplicated, an easy, no-frills spot that delivers great food quickly. I'll definitely be stopping by again next time I'm in the area!

It's my favorite to go breakfast place, The breakfast mini…read moreis always so good, and I love their cinnamon roll, and I get the pumpkin spice macchiato.....and the staff is always greet you with Aloha!! That's so important, it makes my day and breakfast that much More Ono!!

Too delicious almost to describe! Best açaí bowl in Kona, so fresh and put together perfectly. I…read morecould eat one after another if my belly could fit it all in

Açaí bowl was pretty standard, nothing amazing about it. Fruit was fresh. Base not too sweet. There…read moreare definitely better bowls out there, but again, nothing wrong w this one! Seems like a spot for tourists to just hit up in town side, ya know. Cold brew hit the spot. Workers weren't the most engaging, but I don't blame em. Just some keiki's working to make some $! I'd go back.

Updating my review because every time I come to Kona, I hit up HiCo at least 2-3 times…read more Most recently I came for my birthday trip, so of course I'm trying their alcoholic offerings. Did someone say haupia espresso martini? Yes please! I also recently learned that if you come in wearing HiCO merch that you get a small discount, how cool is that?! Another pro tip: I asked for one of their lattes as a matcha and they were able to make that happen for me. Once again, the coffee is 100% Kona coffee and so good. Loved their matcha, but from now on I'll be getting a latte or cold brew because there's not many coffee shops that offer 100% Kona.

This was such a great spot for breakfast and coffee. What made it even more enjoyable was the live…read moremusic. Sabrina Barron was playing ukelele during our visit and she was so great! We enjoyed the musubis and ahi toast. The ube coffees were also delicious. My daughter enjoyed the Japanese black jasmine tea.

I wish there was a spot like this on O'ahu! Arise Bakery and Cafe is such a gem in Kona. The…read moreaesthetics of this spot is top notch. I was on PTO but being in this space made me want to grab my laptop and get some work done. It's also just such a great spot to sit and chat with friends over coffee and pastries. I got one of their seasonal drinks, a brown sugar maple latte. My friend got their Americano and she's very much a black coffee kinda girl but after a sip of my latte she said "I get it". Clean bathrooms, lots of tables and places to sit. I haven't tried any of their food food, but their pastries are top notch. There's even a keiki zone and was very kid friendly!

Stayed in Kona for 5 days. Came 3 out of 5 days. Pretty good find. TLDR: has good coffee, great…read morechicken bacon open toast, and amazing selection of pastries. I had the cinnamon bun and the ube cream cheese roll. The ube cream cheese roll is to die for. 10/10 I would fly back just for it. The place is nice, quite spacious, lots of options for food and coffee.

This spot absolutely delivers on island vibes--if you're seated overlooking the busy street and…read moreocean, the view is beautiful and makes for a great breakfast setting. The overall experience felt lively and relaxed, and even the little geckos running along the railing trying to sneak a sip of syrup added a fun, memorable touch. That said, the food didn't live up to the setting. While everything tasted fresh and the presentation (especially the avocado toast) was beautiful, it was surprisingly lacking in flavor. It honestly felt like the island ran out of salt and seasoning--very bland for how fresh it was. Overall, a great place to sit, relax, and soak in the view, but unfortunately the food was the weak point.

Okay. Sometimes you stumble on a restaurant that ticks every single box. Kalikala Cuisine is that…read moreplace. To begin, the greeting from Richard was welcoming, informative, and made us feel like we were visiting long-missed family friends. Once seated, the ambiance was open and comfortable, and of course, the view is beautiful. Our server, CC, was genuinely friendly and efficient despite being the only server on the floor AND shadow training a new server as well. She is skilled managing the floor! Now, as to the food.....I cannot praise it enough. The Brunch menu had a variety of options that made our choices difficult. We opted for the Lilikoi French Toast and it was fabulous. Truly memorable. We also tried the Banana Bread and it was heavenly. We were told that the everything on menu is house made, and I can say that this level of care shows. While we didn't get the chance to try any other menu items, we did watch the Salmon Eggs Benedict being served to several diners near us - it was a beautifully plated dish and we overheard rave reviews. Adding to the comfort was a musician playing guitar and singing beautifully. Frequently, he shared interesting local tidbits and stories about the songs he chose. Our party agreed that returning to Kalikala Cuisine is an absolute MUST when we get back to Kona. A big Hell Ya!

Food 10/10 The turkey bacon panini with lettuce and tomato…read morewas so good especially with the garlic sauce Not a fan of bulgogi but it was alright I wish I added lettuce tomato Smoothies 10/10 The mango smoothie was so delicious I went back and got another within an hour lol Dessert 10/10 Nutella croffle was so satisfying every single bite

I had the strawberry bingsoo (milk shave ice) and salmon cream cheese sandwich with chips…read more Both were amazing. Everything seems to be made to order, and the sandwich was loaded with flavor and all of the ingredients tasted super fresh. The strawberry bingsoo was probably the best shave I've I've ever had. Fresh strawberries with whipped cream and incredibly fine shave ice. Wish they had this back on Oahu. Definitely drop by if you're in Kona!

Kona Coffee & Tea easily gets 5 stars from me!…read more I don't even drink coffee, but when in Rome, I break the rules... I sampled Kona coffee from several different places while on the island, and the coffee here was hands down my absolute favorite. Their prices are very reasonable compared to the heavy tourist areas, and the quality is amazing. They roast everything on site and grind it fresh right in front of you, the whole place smells sooo good the moment you walk in. On top of the incredible drinks, the service was fast, efficient, and super friendly. You can also buy bags of their 100% Kona coffee right in the shop to take home with you, I actually bought several bags to bring back and give as gifts to family and friends. I loved everything about this spot!

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 BEST views, breakfast, and home made liliquoi cheesecake! The graham cracker crust is to die…read morefor! Experience a slice of Hawaiian heaven here. You won't regret it! The parking is a little tight, but there's usually a really kind local helping guide you safely onto Mamalahoa Hwy.

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.