I first came across Ka'u local buzz coffee and Paradise Meadows a couple of years ago and decided…read morethat this was the best coffee I've ever had. Same for the Mac Nuts. I immediately subscribed to their newsletter so I could keep up to speed on what they where offering. In a recent trip to Hawaii, we were finally able to visit in person and it was a fun experience. Enthusiastic staff, lots of laughter, delicious fruit slushies, Art Gallery with featured local artists, penny the pig, baby ducks, parrots that would squawk at you until you engaged in conversation. Premium Kau Coffee, Macnuts, chocolate, short bread, slushies, pizza (on the day we were there) made by two Italian guys. Yes please! After we gorged on free samples and margarita pizza, we went on a shopping spree at the well stocked gift shop (not sure if that's the correct term, maybe farmstand?). Since we spent a certain amount on goodies, a discount was given along with free shipping to Alaska (what?!?). It makes me so happy just knowing that places like this exist. My only regret about stopping is that because we were in go, go, go mode to get to a birthday party, we didn't spend nearly enough time here as I would've liked. Next time!

This is a must-see stop on the way to South Point. Admission is free, and you can wander the…read moregrounds filled with lush plants, birds, and an art gallery. Grab a bite from the food truck or enjoy the samples in the store. The macadamia nuts are absolutely addictive, and the thoughtfully crafted honey is just as incredible. We left a generous tip for our sample guru and went home with bags of macadamia nuts and a variety of honey. Everyone was so friendly and knowledgeable, and I loved learning how the honey develops its unique flavors. Best of all, it feels great to support local farmers!

Such a cute little fruit stand / smoothie & juice stand! The owner was super friendly 'and talked…read moreto us about her produce and how everything is natural no added sugar! Loved it recommend stopping!

The cutest little fruit stand/ lunch spot. Delicious smoothies, coffee, sandwiches & the best…read morecarrot cake we've ever had. You stop in the shop and then you go around back to the coziest little spot to sit and eat, surrounded by Hawaiian nature & a natural water fall/ fountain. Definitely recommend.

Get some exotic tropical fruits that not sold in the supermarket. Recommended Hawaiian longan,…read morezapodilla , egg fruit ( canistel), star apples , white pineapples, guavas, strawberry papayas. Normal service as expected at farmer market. Tents in parking lot do easy to enjoy and walk around. Open from 7-4 every day. Upbeat ambiance. Good place at downtown Kailua. Recommended.

The woman at Alcon Produce--the main stall selling fruit--started yelling at people who were…read moretouching different mangos when attempting to select riper fruit. She kept shrieking "stop touching! I told you all to stop touching the fruit! I will grab for you!!". I rang up a couple mangos and lychee, and she added $3 to the charge. When I asked how she arrived the total, she tallied it up again and couldn't explain the difference. Then when she charged my card on the Square device, she forcibly added another $2?!?!? I asked her about and she said "credit card charge," with no further explanation. I'm not sure what type of fruit vendor expects any rational customer to not gently touch a piece of fruit. Avoid this place and find a nicer proprietor. She seemed irrational and rude to tourists. She was sneaky, and could be adding to other customers' bills erroneously. I'm guessing a lot of folks don't notice the difference.

BLOW YOUR MIND WITH THE QUINTESSENTIAL *REAL HAWAIIAN* EXPERIENCE... Bring your Aloha and PLEASE…read moreDRIVE SLOWLY as you approach Kailua Sacred Lands... Bring cash for the farmers market, but debit card ok at Uncle's liquid refreshment bar! A "not to miss" good time every Wed. night! Good music & talented locals play old-school favorites like "The Gambler" made famous by Kenny Rogers... sing along and make friends easily! Mahalo nui loa!

Love this place! Visited solo in June of 2023 on a cycling training trip and was recommended this…read moremarket. Local delicacies & love music made the evening memorable after a long day of triathlon training! {note: there is a $10 cover charge... in my opinion, it's worth it!}

If I could give zero respect , I would. The woman at the register is consistently rude. She never…read moresays a word, doesn't acknowledge us, just rings things up like we're a bother. Happens every time. Super uncomfortable vibe. Then again it's kind of the only place close for a lot of people.

We had an interesting experience…read more For one. No public bathrooms. They have port a potties out front that all say our of order. The checkout process is slow. It was our turn to check out and the cashier left and went outside to talk to someone in the parking lot. Super weird. Upon returning she scanned our items and dropped our soda bottle on the floor near her feet, on her side of the register. She didn't lean down to pick it up. Just left it there. So after paying we went and grabbed another soda out of the cooler.

This market was a blast. Everybody was super friendly and nice and holy guacamole. Did you see the…read moresize of those avocados? I will say everyone was super friendly and kind. I was happy to get to try a couple of samples from some of the vendors and some educated me on a lot of different things that I didn't know about the island. There are multiple species that you don't ever see outside of Hawaii or often at least. Was happy to know that I'll never see an avocado of this size in Alaska, but it still made me sad because it did taste delicious.

Amazing fruit and veggies available Beautiful flowers and…read moreplants Huge and will take a nice portion of the day. Very clean

Small market. Several Asian and Filipino items, frozen fish, and some produce. There's a variety of…read morefrozen in a series of freezers. Also had it's own ka'u coffee. A good choice for stuff you aren't likely to find in KTA or Safeway. But it is limited selection, so I can't go to 5 stars.

They fit a lot in a small place. Love the selection of fruits and veggies. The people there are…read moresuper friendly and helpful.

I've been to a few farmers markets, but this farmers market is one of my favorites! It has a…read morewelcoming vibe, and everyone here is kind and friendly. I've been here a few times and always had a great experience. There's a great mix of things to look around at, whether you're looking for something for yourself or souvenirs to bring home. I saw local goodies like coffee, honey, jams, etc. They also had ready-to-eat options including Hawaiian dishes and fresh fruit. I'd definitely come back again next time I'm nearby. It's a lovely way to spend the morning/afternoon!

4 minutes from Greenwell coffee farm, this farmer market is vibrant with fresh fish poke, one and…read moreonly Okonomiyaki and Amy greenwell botanical garden. You can taste exotic fruit, honey, ka'u coffee, ho'omana oil, CH Thai food and Asian variety. Service is quick as expected at any farmer market. Noisy, fun and explore something new. Plenty of parking

Got the freshest coconut picked by the man named Moon! After he chopped off the top and put a…read morestraw in, I drank the fresh coconut juice and after.... He scooped out the meat and bagged it up!!! Thank you moon!!!!!

From the owner: Best Coconut and pineapple Fruit Stand on the Big Island of Hawaii read more

Had to make a stop at Punaluʻu Bake Shop because you can't drive past that place and not give in…read more.. and yeah, zero regrets. Walked in and it's like instant comfort--sweet bread smell hitting you before you even figure out what you want. Grabbed a few items and every single one delivered. Soft, fresh, just the right amount of sweetness without feeling heavy. One of those spots where you take a bite, pause, and go "ok yeah... this is why people talk about this place." What I liked most is it didn't feel like a tourist trap--it felt real. Good energy, quick service, and plenty to choose from whether you want something sweet or just a quick snack for the road. Definitely one of those must-stop spots when you're cruising the island... just don't plan on leaving with only one thing.

My wife and I stopped by Punalu'u Bake Shop on a Thursday afternoon around 2:30 p.m. and almost…read moreeverything from their menu was sold out. The only items in their pastry case was two types of turnovers, bread pudding, normal malasadas with no fillings, and "Bismark" malasadas, malasadas filled with white cream and topped with chocolate. None of the fruit filled malasadas available. Like most of the guests in line, we were frustrated at the availability, or lack thereof. At the register, we overheard the woman behind the counter confirm that most of the store's inventory had been cleared out by locals who had placed large phone-in orders beforehand. In my opinion, this shortage could have been avoided: if large orders are placed well in advance, it seems like they could have planned better for their in-store guests by making more inventory? In any case, the plain malasada I had was fine, but not mind-blowing. Definitely not something I would go out of my way to try out, nor something I would wait in a line line for. The malasada had obviously been sitting around all day in the case and didn't taste especially fresh. If anything, the malasada was a little on the dense side. Out of curiosity, I also got a block of their bread pudding, and my goodness, that thing is a brick. The bread pudding here is dense! The bread pudding is loaded with raisins. If you're a raisin fan, you'll absolutely love the bread pudding. For everyone else, the raisins make the bread pudding a bit too sweet. Overall, my visit to Punalu'u Bake Shop was pretty disappointing. I would unlikely stop by again if I'm visiting this part of the island.