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.

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.

Coconut Mocha is enticing choice and the 4 oz. Chocolate dip is enriching if you prefer thick,…read morewarm, delightful dark chocolate. Location has expanded to support increased demand and greater customer occupancy. Glad to revisit. Revisited. I'm glad.

We signed up for their chocolate farm tour and our guide was so hilarious and informational! We…read moreeven had tasting towards the end and the guide showed us how to properly taste chocolate haha. He shared his stories and connected with everyone in the group. We also ordered the frozen hot chocolate which was highly recommended. I found it to be "okay" because it is just a blended ice chocolate drink. They were very nice and helpful. They also had a store inside where you can buy the chocolates that they make in-house.

An Amazing Kona Coffee Experience…read more Greenwell Farms was one of the highlights of our Big Island trip! This is a coffee farm and tour experience, so just to clarify, they do not serve food here. The experience is focused on learning about how Kona coffee is grown and processed, touring the farm, and sampling their coffees. Our tour was about an hour, and we had such an amazing time. Our guide was a woman whose name I believe was Leilani (possibly Lenny or Lee), and she was absolutely adorable -- especially walking around in her cowboy boots! She was knowledgeable, friendly, and made the whole experience really enjoyable. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone who visits. Because of a major storm in May, the farm had suffered significant damage, including losing a bridge, so we received a modified tour. Even with the changes, we learned so much about the coffee-growing and production process, and it was fascinating to see everything firsthand. Hearing about the damage they experienced also gave us an even greater appreciation for the farm and what they've been working through. The tour is outdoors and seems appropriate for a wide range of ages. We happened to have a cloudy morning, so the weather was perfect for walking around the farm without getting too hot. Parking was easy and available right on site. A little tip: Wear comfortable sneakers and make sure you have good balance. There are some areas of the farm with gentle inclines and declines, so it's not completely flat. Since the bridge was out, there was also less walking than there normally would be. And of course, the coffee sampling was such a fun part of the experience! If you're visiting the Big Island and want to learn more about authentic Kona coffee rather than just buying a bag at a store, I highly recommend putting Greenwell Farms on your itinerary. We're so glad we went. It was educational, relaxed, beautiful, and genuinely fun -- and our guide made it that much more memorable. Mahalo to the Greenwell Farms team for such a wonderful experience!

Great tour for FREE! Arrive early and be patient, if there isn't room on the tour when you arrive,…read morethey will get you on the next tour. Sip on free samples while you wait or check out merchandise to purchase and support. Do NOT wander as it's an actual working farm with moving machines and vehicles. Stay off roads and watch for moving vehicles. Be cautious of signs and closed off areas. Wear comfortable and safe shoes. It's all walking on uneven dirt and rock. Sunblock, hat, and sunglasses as you are outside the whole time. They provide free umbrellas to borrow during the tour, but they can block views of others on the tour and can become unintentionally obnoxious and rude, and cause potential eye injury hazards. Your guides are great and share so much history on the farm, the trees and plants, the island, the coffee, and the family. Be sure to TIP generously and listen to them QUIETLY and intently. Check website for times and dates.

They open early at 4am. If you're up that early or can't sleep and need something to do, visiting…read moretheir place of business is a welcome early morning treat. A mocha is a good way to go. Your choice of options (sweet and or type of cream). Enjoy a pie as well. Bacon n Cheddar or Old fashioned (pot pie). Anyways a lovely experience. Service is relatively quick. A repurposed service station is utilized with the rubber tire cables on the ground that ring a bell when each of your tires go over them. Sometimes two bells, sometimes four. Pull in, wait, order, receive and leave. It's So K!

Coffee was great. One of the best we've had in Kona. You'd think the home of Kona coffee it would…read morebe everywhere but most places on island are watered down and lack depth. This place makes up for those places. Definitely will become my new coffee stop. The girls that run it are super friendly and the banana bread was delicious. Can't wait to come back.

I booked this tour for my husband birthday and he loved it…read more First of all, the location is amazing with incredible view of the ocean! The whole property is just stunning! It was a wonderful experience where they showed you the whole process of making coffee from picking the coffee bean and ready for sale. Also got to try all different kinds of coffee, which was the best part! There is also a gift shop where of course had to buy coffee. The tour guide Ben was very knowledgeable and friendly and just awesome!

We enjoyed the tour and Cooper was an outstanding guide, especially for a last minute fill-in. He…read moreknew the land and all the growing, harvesting, processing and roasting processes inside and out (promote him?). You could tell they run a tight farm by hiring the right people and keeping the property and all the equipment well-maintained. I must admit, I'm not the biggest fan of Kona coffee from what I tried at Heavenly and at other local spots, but for what it is, Heavenly makes a good product. I wish they would have let me take a to-go cup of coffee after the tour, especially after paying for two tickets + $70 of bagged coffee, but they unfortunately limited me to the little sample cups with no lids. That's the only thing keeping this from being a 5-star review.

A cute little place, feels more like visiting a home than it does a commercial space, but with the…read morereliability of a cafe. I had a salmon Benedict and an iced coffee. Staff were kind as well, and helped me decide what to eat. Salmon tasted fresh and delicious, easy to eat. The balcony was roomy, with many gecko sightings.

Nice little cafe with great Kona coffee selections, baked goodies, and sandwiches. There is an…read moreindoor dining room and patio tables out on a lanai overlooking the mountain and the ocean off in the distance. Nice for those who want a great view. Staff is nice. Rest room was out of order, which can make it tough as it's a coffee place lol. No big meals to be had here, but good for a light breakfast or lunch or to pick up some sweet treats and coffee, chais, lattes.

Excellent cup of coffee, very smooth and delicious! The coffee tour gave a great introduction to…read morecoffee roasting from bean to bag which included a sample, also had a video of the wet and dry process, live demonstration of the Italian roaster, and gift at the end. Purchase the 100% Kona Joe Coffee and purchase it as a whole bean coffee versus the ground so it can taste more fresh and you can experience the scent of Kona. Don't forget to tip the tour guide and go to the cafe to enjoy!

Pulled in by the story and stayed for the coffee as overprices as it is. It was so strong I had to…read moredump half of that $15 cup away. Service was fine. There was no friendliness from the lady with the accent packing coffee and the barista was fine. Improve this and people would pay for those tours instead of a self-guided one. All in all the view and coffee was great and we captured some great images of the coffee plants and the ocean background. So lovely!