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.

Excellent and affordable brunch place in central part of Kona!…read moreThe pancakes were homemade and the loco moco was the perfect amount of saltiness and savory. Great service with sauces and other condiments if needed!

I was so excited to come back here but it definitely wasn't the same. I ordered the "crab" Benedict…read moreand it didn't taste like crab. The patties were made in-house, which made me even more disappointed. Cashier asked if I wanted white rice or fried rice but didn't say it was extra $2.50 for fried rice until I saw it on my receipt. When my dish came out the fried rice was mushy rice and honestly, I just ate the eggs on top w a little rice. Very underwhelming. The pancakes were good, $14 for 2 pancakes w coconut sauce. The spam loco moco came w 3 thin pieces of spam. The original loco moco was also a small patty, and my husband added Portuguese sausage for +$5. The restaurant itself was clean but everything is served in Togo containers, even if you dine in so I don't think that's very good for the environment. After my previous experience before the change of ownership, I wouldn't come here again unfortunately. Spent $74 for a family of 4 and I didn't think it was worth it. I hope they improve their food and their prices.

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!!

Counter service sandwich shop with patio seating, bathrooms are locked so you'll have to ask the…read morebusiness for the code. Not a lot of pastry left at 930am. Standard coffee/espresso drink selection with some smoothie options. Very clean. The front counter person is a sweetie!

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.

Whenever I'm visiting Kona, this is the first stop I make because coffee first! They have friendly…read morestaff and always good coffee! I almost always get their Ube latte. It's a strong espresso flavor but the Ube isn't overpowering but adds a nice sweetness. But if you do prefer a stronger Ube taste then this one is light, but I don't mind since Ube usually isn't strong. Love the open air cafe and the day we went there was live music too. The area it's located in is nice as well with a lot of other local restaurants surrounding it. All in all, would recommend whenever in Kona!

This location rubbed me the wrong way. Coffee is still good yes. The cashier gentleman was sweet as…read morewell. But the barista girls got attitude. I just spent $20 on 2 drinks along w/ a hat so nearly $60 total because I wanted to support. I went to the captain cook location & my drinks were made perfectly. I ordered an ube white mocha QUARTER sweet but it was way too sweet for my liking. I wasn't able to enjoy it so to make things easier, I asked for an added shot instead of inconveniencing them to completely remake. The girl had no smile & told me to wait in line to talk to the cashier. So I waited. The sweet gentleman had no problem adding a shot but after going behind the bar, the snotty girls must've told him to charge me. He came back saying I need to pay for the shot. I just wanted it less sweet. I confirmed that I asked for 1/4 sweet correct? He confirmed & I said I ordered this yesterday and it didn't taste like this. He sweetly said, would you like me to remake? I said, sure. When it came out, they completely omitted the sweet cream on top but it did taste better than the first drink, just missing the sweet cream. I've been in the service industry 25+ years, they lack the warmth I experienced at the captain cook location. By the way, CC was also a lot cleaner, not sure if it's newer. Would I come back and give them another chance? Sure, hoping their service improves.

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!

What a great place!…read more For us, a part of going to the big island is finding new places. This was a great find. We lucked because the line was short when we got here. About five minutes later, it was almost out the door. I had something simple, which was the croissant which was buttery, flaky and definitely fresh. The latte (oat-milk) was the best I've tasted in the island. There was plenty of seating inside but the parking could be a problem. The young lady that helped us was not the most friendly person we've encountered but she may just be having an off day. The other workers were more friendly even though they weren't the ones that helped us. Over all, a great experience so this will be a go-to spot for us. Oh, did I mention that they had an inside balcony? It was very nice! 100% recommend.

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!

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.

Great stop for brunch. Not much tables but a good amount of chairs and benches…read more Got the Americano with ube cold foam but coffee by itself is great. Also the lox croffle which is great for a quick bite for two people. Quick to order and get the food and nice view outside.

If you're here at open, get ready for a little line. But it's well worth it!…read moreToday I tried the dalgona latte and the kimchi bacon sandwich with the garlic sauce. It was all perfect. So tasty! Really enjoyed my choices today! The staff was very nice here and explained everything when I had questions. It's not a big place, so not much seating. But I noticed like myself, everyone was on the go. Can't wait to come back and try something else off the menu! Thank yall!

I came for the coffee, stayed for another round of coffee, the Ironman related pop ups, and ube…read morecinnamon rolls. The cortado was perfectly punchy like the first climb out of town on Ironman bike course after a long swim. The ube cinnamon roll was so good that I was just as covered in purple frosting as my three old son (no shame as other patrons handed both of us napkins). The cold brew was as strong as a 20 min FTP test at 300 watts - just what I needed after being awake all night with a one year old. My family had such a great experience that we walked out there with more swag than a triathlete from the Ironman check in tent (and came back the next day more coffee). Huge shoutout for having an outdoor set up on race day, so I could watch Lucy Charles Barclay hammer the bike course while ordering a double espresso.

Stopped in to pick up some Kona coffee for my son and daughter in law who like the dark roast…read morebeans. I've made several purchases online from them and their products are delivered quickly. Their physical location is popular with coffee lovers sitting outside enjoying their beverages. I purchased a couple bags of coffee and ordered a latte. It was quite good. Service is not the friendliest, but we will continue to patronize their business because my son loves their coffee.

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.