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!

Surf Camp Waimea! Cool vibe and awesome aura up in Waimea. Lots of easy parking. Came up from…read moreWaikoloa and it was raining up in Waimea so it was perfect coffee shop weather. Don't miss the chocolate cake! OMG it is perfection. Not too sweet and super moist. I am dreaming of the cake. Worth every penny!

Visited this cafe on the way back from a hike and we ordered 2 egg sandwiches (with spam) and an…read moreiced coffee. Came out perfect. Cozy/quiet little patio area in the back to relax. Definitely recommend to anyone passing through for a quick bite.

The food was yummy, ample, and reasonable priced! We enjoyed eating in the outdoor courtyard of the…read morehistoric building. Note that the cold brew was very strong. Also, they still only take payment via cash or venmo as of today (12/21/2025), so be prepared.

Upon arrival, my two boys and wife immediately turned to enjoy king Kamehameha's beautiful statue…read morewith day old leis having celebrated King Kamehameha day earlier this week. Long beautiful leis to ho or the great king. Staff at the restaurant was friendly, and full of aloha, we are grateful for their honoring of the islands mana. If we could encourage all island visitors come to see the beauty of Hawi and embrace the local love, DO IT! You will be grateful. Following this stop, we are headed to Kilauea to visit Pele. Best day on the island EVER! Pizzas was delicious, we had three at the table.

Locally owned cafe - We stopped on our audio-tour of the Kohala Coast to take a picture of the King…read moreKamehaha statue. This is a cute cafe and a great local jewelry/gift shop next door. We ordered smoothies and Hawaiian ice cream. Service was prompt and friendly.

This place is a slice of heaven. The service was exceptionally friendly and made me feel so…read morewelcomed everytime I came in during my time on the island (which was EVERYDAY). I had the Iced Sugar Free Vanilla Latte or Iced Sugar Free Vanilla Mocha every time I came. The drink was delicious EVERY TIME! I also tried the Mac Nut Banana Bread and it was fanastic...honestly...some of the best on the island. But the best part was the service. Half-way through my time here, the I noticed that most of the servers started to expect me and knew my name. And when it was time for me to leave (so sad), the wished me a heart felt safe trip home. This is a great community coffee shop and I loved it. I will definitely be back here on my next trip to island and I will start every day on the island with a morning pick me up from Hawaiian Village Coffee.

Lovely local spot for great coffee…read more This very nearby where we were staying. We popped in, joined the line (it is popular!), and ordered 2 coconut ice coffees (one with cream, one without). They have these prepared to pour and serve so it was super fast and $5 each. The cream really brings out the coconut but both were great and well priced for larges. Perfect to go down to the beach with straight from there.

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.

Stopped by Story Maui while exploring Paia and it was such a cute little find The space is cozy,…read moreartsy (selling local jewelry) and relaxed -- perfect for slowing down before heading out on the Road to Hana or biking down Haleakala (which we did). We ordered the americanos, and they were so good -- smooth, bold, and not overly bitter. Just a clean, rich espresso flavor done right. You can tell they care about the quality of their beans and how they pull their shots. They do have a small, simple menu, which I think adds to the charm of a small town. A handful of espresso drinks, teas, and a few breakfast options like bagels and warm pastries. Not a huge selection, but everything feels intentional and well made -- quality over quantity. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and the whole place has that laid-back Maui vibe where you can sit, sip, and just enjoy the moment. If you're in Paia and need a solid coffee spot without the big chain feel, Story Maui is definitely worth stopping by.

We were walking around the cute surf town of Paia and I was looking for a Hawaiian flavored coffee…read moreto wake me up.... After having visited at least 4 coffee shops on the island I have to say my lightly sweetened coconut cold brew with a splash of milk was SO CREAMY. SO DELISH! I am dreaming of that again until I return. Loved the vibes and all the art inside. Definitely will return !!

Amazing! Food, service, atmosphere, owner…read more FOOD: Super tasty. Everyone's food looked fantastic! SERVICE: Wait staff was friendly and attentive with the Aloha spirit. Definitely returning!

Looking for breakfast all day in Wailuku? Must try here!…read moreThe service is nice and friendly. Good casual ambiance and for small celebrations. Everything we had was delicious. They also serve Lunch.

Ambiance 5/5 Great water views, can't complain…read more Service 5/5 Our waitress, MJ, knows what she's doing and is super kind and helpful. Service was a little slow but that's just Hawai'i culture. Food 4/5 Okole Maluna $15 - Drink of the day and, holy cow, this was delicious! Could not taste the alcohol at all. Kilauea Fire $26 - Standard burger, nothing too special about it. Kona Fish Tacos $26 - Looked great but really lacked flavor for me. They tasted fresh at least.

Only come to this restaurant if you've already eaten and aren't really hungry…read more We got seated quickly and were able to order right away, yet it took an hour for the two of us to get our food. I ordered the shrimp and fries dinner. I got 6 small breaded shrimp and a little box of fries. It was about $30 or $5 per shrimp when you include tip and tax. I was of course still hungry as this would barely qualify as an appetizer and definitely is not a dinner plate. I live here and won't ever be coming back to On the Rocks. Word spreads quick on da big island.