Precious little coffee farm in the middle of nowhere. Great signage but hard to find if you're not…read moreen route or specifically looking for it. The staff were incredibly warm and greeted us immediately. The space itself is really adorable and clean. You walk right into a coffee shop and a gift store. They have plenty of fresh local coffee out to sample so we grab two mini cups and wandered around the shop. I really appreciated the shop for its local focus. I got some Hawaiian sea salt for cooking and even though it was expensive at $10 for a tiny bag it felt like it was authentic and of great quality. Much variety. The coffee was pricey, but it is everywhere and it's amazing. They also have things like macadamia nuts, oils and other really wonderful cooking items. Great outdoor space and bathrooms. Delightful energy and music playing.

Staff is always super friendly. Coffee is great. Love visit g everyone we come back to BIread more

The macchiato I ordered was so good, I had to go back into the shop to ask what kind of beans they…read moreused in their espresso. I cannot describe my utter relief when he told me it was the one I had already bought. It was the medium dark roast for those who are interested (I know you are). The beans were phenomenal in my moka pot for stove top espresso.

We stopped by Ka'u Coffee Mill during a tour of Kona. I was thinking when I booked it that I would…read moreget to learn about the mill itself and the coffee but it was just a quick stop unfortunately. The smell when you walk into the small gift shop is great. I got an iced latte and bought some coffee beans along with a t-shirt. The coffee tastes very smooth which would be expected since it's known as some of the best in the world in the Kona area. Definitely worth a stop if you're nearby.

Awesome and friendly coffee spot! :) we stopped here on the way to our hike, and it was perfect…read more Thank you!

It was showing that they are open till 12pm on a Sunday and we drove for one hour to try it out…read more.. came to the entrance and found it closed

This was one of the stops on the way to the volcano. It was recommended by a coworker of mine, so I…read morewas glad the stop was part of our tour. They're known for their sweetbread and malasadas, but they also have hot food and ice cream. We shared one of their pork platters. It was pretty good. Pork was super tender! There were 2 portions of pork, which seemed a lot, but I was left wanting more. We also got one guava malasada. This one is just their flavored sweet bread, coated with sugar, no filling. It was so light, fluffy, and delicious! Not heavy or oily. Dare I say these are better than Leonards in Waikiki? I regretted just getting one, because getting in that line again to order more would take too long. Oh that's another thing... Your mindset needs to be on island time because you will wait more than 10 minutes for your food. The place is small, but the property is huge. All dining is outdoor in their patio and two gazebo-like structures. There are two lines to place your order, which helps with the crowd: one by the main door, and the other by the patio. If you like up by the main door, you'll find all their sweet bread loaves, rolls, and snacks. If you line up by the patio, you'll find their pastry case. Either way, you're doomed to pick up more than you came there for. This place is a must! Make the drive. It's so worth it!

A tale of two experiences…read more.. The service? Let's just say the malasadas were warmer than the welcome. We asked for the custard-filled malasadas and the aunties in front ranted "why everyone calls it custard, it's not custard, it's vanilla" in a very annoyed voice. We also felt a little rushed while ordering, which caught us off guard. I was expecting a little more aloha and a little less hurry. Now the malasadas? Oh my goodness... absolutely worth the trip. Call it vanilla, call it custard--I honestly don't care because it was delicious. Soft, fluffy, filled with creamy goodness. I'd happily come back for the malasadas. Hopefully next time the aloha is as warm as the pastries. Mahalo!

I stopped by here earlier this week for an afternoon pick me up. My father and I were driving…read morearound the southern portion of the Big Island and had stopped in Naalehu when I decided to see if there was a coffee shop nearby. Ka Lea Coffee came up and happened to be right across the street, which worked out perfectly. The shop is split into two rooms. One has the coffee bar where you order along with some beans for sale and a pastry case, while the other has a mix of comfortable and traditional seating. There also was a good amount of seating outside if that is your thing. After looking over the menu I decided to go with an americano with a splash of cream. The coffee here is Ka'u coffee and it was excellent. It was smooth and rich with a nice natural sweetness that paired really well with the cream. In hindsight, I probably should have bought some beans to take home. The bottom line for me is that I would head back here again in the future. The menu itself did not stand out, but that ended up being a good thing since it let the quality of the coffee speak for itself.

Good quality espresso, friendly service, and cool inside and out. I would definitely come back…read morehere. I would bump it to 5 stars if they made their own syrups but they do have their own coffee beans grown in Hawaii.

10.3.22 they still are requiring masks to be worn in the store. It was very packed with stuff…read more Prices pretty reasonable for being in the middle of nowhere. Fresh foods a plus but more expensive than in town of course. Didn't find the individual shave ice that was in their ice cream cooler. A but sad since that's what I went in there to find. Got a toy for my daughter though.

This place reminds me of the Hasegawa General store in Hana Maui - They have a lot of everything…read moreyou can imagine. Well start shells, with a little wires holding everything from falling over the edge. We got there just before closing time and bought some ice cream. It was kind of busy, but other customers and staff were very friendly at this mom and pop shop. It's packed, and there's not much aisle space, but what a lot of items! Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area, as there are not many grocery options around.

Impossible to forget, but easy to miss. 100% worth the stop!…read more While I'd previously driven past it without noticing, I'm so happy I got to experience Honua's Coffee House. Overall, the staff was awesome, the drinks were delicious and it's great for quick stops and longer meetups alike. The ambience totally fits the vibe of that area- chill, relaxing and welcoming.

I have an iced vanilla honey latte and it was delicious. It wasn't very sweet. I need to call and…read moreask the brand of honey and coffee because it was so good. The honey was locally sourced. I literally stopped twice in one day!!

Oh how I love this adorable coffee shop, the people, the service, and the coffee! I'm so fortunate…read moreto have them just up the road from me, which is also dangerous for my waistline, ha. They grow coffee at a decently high elevation and their Geisha coffee is so special that it has won numerous awards including best Ka'u coffee this year (2026)! Apparently, it's a unique, delicate coffee tree from Panama that is currently priced at the shop for $75 a bag (a bargain given the difficulties harvesting it and compared to Kona prices). There's plenty of parking, so come check them out and stock up on yummy Central and South American meals and gifts if you're in the neighborhood! (Note that they were able to reopen quickly after Hurricane Lala this month due to their location and solar power.)

Drove pass and decide to take a quick stop. They have a food truck and the cafe sells a lot of…read moretheir coffee and for non coffee drinkers (they have hot chocolate and chai latte). Coffee have more of a nutty smell and taste and was good. They also sell a lot of honey, moisturizer lotion body butter and of course their coffee. Staff were very nice and the place is very clean and nice. We went and explore the farm a bit and saw some cool coffee bean plant.

The smoothest latte we had here! Flavored latte that wasn't overly sweet but zero bitterness in the…read morecoffee! Very clean bathrooms. Good selection of sea salts and honey and Mac nuts and lotions and coffee. Staff was friendly! Worth the small detour off the highway

From the owner: The incredible quality and flavor of Kaū Specialty's coffees are the result of tireless work,…read moretenacity, and investment from these courageous farmers. Kaū Specialty LLC is committed to a fair relationship among our farmers, roasters, and customers who enjoy our exceptionally delicious gourmet coffees. Kaū Specialty Coffee is grown, harvested, processed, dried, milled, roasted, and packaged in the southeast side of the Island of Hawaii. This award-winning region is internationally recognized for quality and emerging as a world leader in gourmet coffee: Kaū coffee farmers have been consistently recognized and awarded by the Specialty Coffee Association of America over the past decade. Kaū's deep, soft soil, paired with the technical excellence of farmers who pick and process coffee by hand, produces a clean, complex coffee that is delectable, pure aloha right in your cup.

Love! Stopped by yesterday while visiting the farmers market and this was the highlight of the…read moremorning!!! I chose a killer chiller - cinnamon & caramel, wowsers! I wish I could have one every day. Seriously if I get a chance to go back I will in a heartbeat. Would love to try a hot coffee to see what it's like but would be hard to resist another killer chiller. It wasn't overly sweet, flavours blended really well and there was just the perfect amount of cinnamon. I've been thinking about it ever since! Bought some beans to take home for my mum, hopefully I'll get a taste of those too 5 stars based on one visit, drink was amazing, service was welcoming and lovely. Take note of days/hours open. On market day she was parked out the front of the church next to the market.

It is always a pleasure to chat with Bob and Judy. Super nice owners who love what they do. Baked…read moregoods of exceptional quality. The brownies and cookies are the best that you won't find anywhere else in the area. 100% Ka'u coffee, amazing custom drinks made to order. I am always satisfied and drive miles to get my fix. Great location with convenient parking. A must-stop when in the area.