So the Eagles Lighthouse Cafe is no more. Let this be a eulogy then. For starters, let's go with the praise. The food was great. Nice down home cookin', reasonably priced. Now for this. The place was festooned with Bible quotes, Biblical vignettes in the windows, and the three flags of Christian Nationalism garishly out front - the US flag, the Israeli flag, and the nationalist "Plea To Heaven" flag. All paradoxically in tatters and never taken in for good keeping. It did not give off a welcome Biblical vibe though - just one of "agree with us or take it down the road." The kitchen and counter personnel were usually fairly nice people who gave great service. The owners, when they were present, gave off something entirely different. Like you were inconveniencing them by being there. Short tempered and terse if they took your order. If you read the earlier comments, you will hear of them coming unhinged and screaming at some customer about something either overblown, or imagined. They refused to pay their employees properly, with something even close to a living wage. When the Hawaii legislature finally hiked the minimum wage, they stuck out an alarmist notice written in childish green marker that they were sooooo sorry but they "had to" raise their prices a bit because the mean old Hawaii house raised the wage. And of course taxes under Biden, yada yada. In the end, the ELC was a victim of the owners' disposition. It's a very bad business model indeed, when politics, religion and greed actually get in the way of doing business. My best wishes to the employees, I really hope they can find something decent to replace this experience. For the self righteous, sanctimonious greed of the owners and operators - as Jesus said, "Yeah verily, you have your reward." read more

After quickly searching a nearby breakfast spot near the Airbnb, we came across this spot. There was plenty of parking but the service was unfortunately very slow and I would say they weren't the friendliest. It was a very small spot with outdoor seating only. They have a variety of menu options which include some desserts. The breakfast bowl with sausage and bacon was okay and the iced coffee was fine. It was mainly the service which brought my review down. Hopefully others have or will not have the same experience but I recommend trying them out if you're in the area. read more

Eagles Lighthouse Cafe - Sandwiches Near Me - Volcano, Hawaii

Super friendly staff! Quick service! Amazingly fresh delicious food at a super reasonable price!! read more

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Fast basic breakfast and pastries. Very causal. Our go-to breakfast spot when we stay in Volcano. Cute outdoor seating. No indoor seating. Plenty free parking. Not handicap accessible as you need to go up stairs. But I bet they would come out to take your order of needed. Please wash your hands! read more

Eagles Lighthouse Cafe - Breakfast bowl - Sandwiches Near Me - Volcano, Hawaii

Had their breakfast croissant sandwich, very good and hit the spot! Also bought their pastries too!

In other places, this would be a four stars but on Hawaii and near Volcanoes National Park this is a 5. The woman behind the counter was very friendly and kind which can be difficult to find in this busy tourist town. Thank you so much! We were there Nov 10. The ambiance is casual. The seating area is outside underneath an awning. There are world maps outside so you can pin the location you're from. The food is very good value especially for Hawaii. I paid about $12 each for a sandwich that was packed with fresh ingredients. It can be hard to find good value meals around Volcano. This sandwich came with packets of mayo and mustard on the side. I appreciated they didn't add this to the sandwich beforehand. Honestly, if you're on the Big Island, you probably know by now how expensive fresh veggies are. These veggies were delicious and good quality. I've had trouble finding such good quality veggies even at higher price points. I hope they never change their selection because I thought the fresh veggie sandwich was great for the value. It was big and very filling. Again, I wish I had caught the name of the young 5'2ish woman serving me. Someone on the Big Island offered me a job because they said it was hard to find someone reliable to show up for a job at a gas station. They thought I was a local. Well, this woman was very helpful and friendly despite the long line of customers. Hope someone gives her a raise if she's an employee, because it sounds like good employees are tough to come by and she was definitely great. read more

Fried rice is excellent. Prices is not high waited 17 mins for my breakfast bowl. But I came at 7:15 they only had fried rice. So no choice I had to pay the extra $2.25. read more

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Not too many spots open early or have vegetarian options. At least here we were able to get a decent veggie sandwich and hot cocoa for breakfast and portion size was generous too. Our feedback is that it would be great if they could add a toasted sandwich option and an espresso machine but whatever we tried was decent enough . Service was friendly. You need to order inside and and there are some tables outside to sit which was decent. Parking is plenty read more

Eagles Lighthouse Cafe - Veggie sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Volcano, Hawaii

If you want a simple and great breakfast on the Volcano side, just come here. We met a friend from the area and I was so impressed with the service and food-dang that quiche was good. My group both had the breakfast bowls and it was A LOT of food. Outdoor seating only which is perfect. A calm and relaxing breakfast with great coffee, great food and great service. Mahalo to the staff-you guys really make a great start to the day. Mahalo nui. read more

Eagles Lighthouse Cafe - Easy to find. - Sandwiches Near Me - Volcano, Hawaii

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We were on our way to see the volcanos and our kids were desperate for a snack. We stumbled onto this place at 11:15 and they have just stopped making fresh food (at 11). My kids ended up getting a cinnamon roll, which tasted stale and was incredibly sweet. $7 each. The service was good, the people who works inside were friendly. You order inside and sit outside. Bathrooms are a walk around the building. read more

Fantastic! We had the chili, cornbread and sandwich. All were amazing and hit the spot. I think the sandwhich was the freshest thing I ate in Hawaii! 10 stars!! The day was a little rainy and cold. The food was just the comfort we needed. 100% recommend! If I would have been in the area any more days I would have gone back again and again. read more

This place is a quaint diner with plenty of outdoor seating. You order inside and your food is brought out to you. We had the spinach and cheese quiche, almond pastry, and breakfast bowl with coffee. The service was incredible! The food was good, the coffee was mid but not terrible. read more

we got the breakfast bowl ($9.50) and lau lau plate ($16). we ordered ham for the former but received bacon instead. they were out of fried rice and it was only ~10am. we also waited really long for our food even though there was only one other customer there. the lau lau plate was pretty bare and dry read more

Eagles Lighthouse Cafe - menu - Sandwiches Near Me - Volcano, Hawaii

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This is a hidden gem that I would recommend to anyone looking for a delicious meal. The inside is small and has standing room only. The outside is set with picnic tables as well as a few tables with chairs. They ask that you wash your hands prior to entering and openly post that they can refuse business for any reason. The Okinawa sweet potato cake was incredible and I highly recommend trying it! read more

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Excellent sandwich. The pastrami was amazing. Recommend the bean salad side. They were very patient with our family of 5

Had breakfast here after spending the night in Volcanoes NP and was really happy with it. Felt to me that it was more of a locals place and not a tourist trap. The food was good, the staff was friendly, and the prices were reasonable. Also, it's so close to the park that it was super convenient. read more

What I'm about to say, I mean with all due respect -- I believe every person has the right to pray and worship however they choose; but at this particular business, the juxtaposition of Christian proselytization on top of the overpriced menu doesn't really sit right with me. I mean, I may be Jewish, but I don't remember Jesus being a big fan of inflated capitalism. Nor do I recall him inspiring rude behavior, but I digress. I came here because my friend insisted it was the only cafe near Volcano. I knew I shouldn't have patronized, but a caffeine addict must be appeased... Being the island of Hawai'i, I'd expect some quality coffee at the very least, but this is equivalent of gas station coffee from 7/11. Top that with a dismissive, unprofessional, rude attitude from the staff, I left feeling very unsatisfied and uncomfortable. To add insult to injury, my bagel was burnt, and I was only given one of the tiniest little cream cheese packets I've ever seen. Oof. Not a good look, in my humble opinion. read more

We stopped in after being at the volcano national park, where we hiked at least 5 miles and we were hungry. Upon arrival, there is a sign to wash your hands before entering the ordering area (which I love). The lady explained all of their daily specials and she was very polite and nice. We ended up settling on a roast beef sandwich on sourdough and the spare ribs daily special. The sandwich was packed full of meat and the spare ribs were delicious. We also got a brownie for dessert which was a portion for 2 and it was moist and delicious. The pricing was extremely good for this area considering most places cost around $65 for two people to eat lunch and this was half of that. I loved this little place. The eating took place outside where there is seating in the sun and under cover. read more

Eagles Lighthouse Cafe - Spare ribs with white rice - Sandwiches Near Me - Volcano, Hawaii

One of a few places to pick up small bites or pastries fr breakfast and coffee for the ride from Vilcano back to Hilo. The hot cocoa tasted like hot water added to a packaged mix. The two others said their pastries were just okay. Unfortunately my cinnamon roll was dense and heavy like a scone. The white frosting was too sweet for me so that means sugar overload. read more

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Vegetarian chili and Portuguese bean soup hit the spot on a cold volcano day. Service was quick and the food was priced well.

The wife had a Reuben and I had a fish sandwich. Both were extremely large unfortunately it was lunchtime and it took 15 or 20 minutes to get our lunch go to the counter order and then they come out and find you put it on the table. the tables were clean And everything's outside a good lunch spot. read more

Dish: Breakfast Plate with Bacon, Sausage, and Eggs Rating: 7/10 (Atmosphere: 10/10) The service was incredibly sweet and kind, and the portions were generous--perfect for a hearty breakfast. We sat outside and soaked up the morning sun, which made the experience even better. Good spot before going on the 4 mile crater hike! read more

Eagles Lighthouse Cafe - Sandwiches Near Me - Volcano, Hawaii

The owners should not really be running a food establishment. Food is overpriced. There is rude to no customer service and the whole religious vibe makes me uncomfortable.. I urge you to try other options in Volcano like lava rock or even in the park. read more

In the middle of small town of Volcano, they serve simply prepared foods for reasonable price. We stopped here for breakfast and I was craving rice and eggs. I poured some soy sauce over the white rice and dug into the layers of hams, bacons, eggs over hot rice. Yum! After eating lots of sandwiches and burgers, this simple plate really hit the spot. Store shelves and refrigerated showcases are neatly organized but this place is very cozy so be mindful not to overcrowd inside. read more

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This place is located close to the national park. 'Y husband got a sandwich, while I got vegetarian chili (contains tofu) in a sourdough bread bowl Pros: decent menu, reasonable prices, vegetarian options Cons: vegetarian chili and sourdough bread are very okay and neither tasted that fresh (the sourdough wasn't sour and tasted like white bread), a little too much religious signs (I've never seen any other place like this. There are 9 signs outside alone), menu outside does not have prices, there is no bathroom Vegetarians, better to get a sandwich than the vegetarian chili read more

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Not many choices to eat at the volcano but the eagle has landed on this spot. This is the most affordable place in the area besides cooking your own food. We double dipped and ate here for breakfast and lunch so this is a double review. Pro Tips: - Call in your order. So much faster than standing in line. - Always order a lunch sandwich for breakfast and lunch. They are cheaper than the breakfast sandwich ($4.25) if you like veggies like me. They charge $1.25 for EACH veggie item (lettuce, tomato etc) which is why our breakfast sandwich ended up costing us $10 each. Stick to a lunch sandwich for breakfast at $7 and it comes with all the veggies. - If you decide to grab a dessert, stick with the carrot cake. The guava was ok, but didn't have much flavor. Desserts run around $3.50 each. - Service is hit or miss. Cashier was a bit hard to understand and mumbled in the morning. Maybe it was the mask? But when we called in our order for lunch the lady answering the phone was great and was very pleasant. Yes the Jesus posters were there. No Christian music like someone else commented on Yelp. Plenty of seating and parking. This is a good place for folks looking for budget eats on your trip to the volcano. read more

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When we booked our stay near Volcano, this was the place I was most excited to visit. The soup had a richness that grew with every bite, and the croissant was exactly as I had imagined. Before leaving, all I could think about was how I wanted to try more of their menu. Their early morning opening and early afternoon closing times felt like a unique charm to me. read more

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If you're heading into Volcanoes National Park, this is a very convenient spot to grab some sandwiches beforehand. The sandwiches are made to order and are very fresh. We didn't try anything too exotic but the ham/cheese and the turkey/cheese hit the spot after some solid hikes in the park. We also ordered a side of potato salad snd it was good. Good food and reasonable prices, too. read more

Eagles Lighthouse Cafe - My sammie with pickles, onions, cucumbers, etc. added. Very fresh! - Sandwiches Near Me - Volcano, Hawaii

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Great place for food right before Volcano National Park. Very fresh sandwiches (like seriously!) and a variety of other local foods read more

Eagles Lighthouse Cafe - Pastrami sandwich with cranberry bread - Sandwiches Near Me - Volcano, Hawaii

Popular road side eatery on the way to/from Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Offering homey, comfort food, such as soups and sandwiches and daily plate lunch specials. We had the portuguese bean soup, heartwarming chili, fried rice with egg, and breakfast sandwich. No complaints from the family. Good food. Reasonable prices for Big Island/Volcano area. Pleasant service. Lots of parking. Lots of outdoor seating. Since there aren't a lot of food options in the Volcano area, service can be kind of slow if you come when there's a number of other customers in line. If you're not in a hurry, no problem. Sit back and enjoy people watching while you wait for your food. read more

Pros: great food, large portion, plenty seating and parking Cons: not much, maybe limited business hour? read more

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Very friendly. Great breakfast sandwiches! Cinnamon buns too! And got lunch sandwiches to go! Thank you read more

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We ate here a couple times during our trip to see the volcano. It's in a small, remote town so if you set your expectations accordingly it's a nice little place to get some food. Plenty of lunch options on the menu, but the first day we got there a little after 1PM (closes at 2PM) so they were out of a lot of items. They did have lau lau & quiche left so we ate that. The next morning we ordered their breakfast croissants & bowls. All of the food was good, and the lau lau had butterfish which seems to be harder and harder to find. read more

Great friendly outdoor restaurant right outside volcanos national park. Sandwiches and a couple of hot food specials, canned drinks.

This is a great local place. Family run and operated, they HUSTLE to get the food out fast. I had the fish burger and it was absolutely delicious. They are friendly, and there's about 7 tables if you want to dine in (all tables are outside). Great place! read more

We really enjoyed having breakfast here. The staff is very kind, this is clearly a family owned establishment that prides themselves in serving their community. There's a selection of baked goods inside and ordering is simple and easy. The outdoor seating feels like you're hanging out in your grandma's porch with the bright colors, decor and maps. The morning was so peaceful with birds chirping and the sounds of nature. We got 2 breakfast bowls with bacon and Portuguese sausage. One bowl had fried rice and the other white rice. Nice, big portions and delicious fried rice. These are perfect meals before a big day exploring or a big day at work. read more

Eagles Lighthouse Cafe - Breakfast bowl with fried rice, bacon and Portuguese sausage - Sandwiches Near Me - Volcano, Hawaii

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Sandwiches are really good. Fresh bread and ingredients. Not a huge selection but one of the few places open on a Monday in the Volcano National Park area. read more

What a great stop on the way to Volcano National Park and Volcano Golf Course. The sandwich, quiche and homemade chili were delicious and reasonable in price. There were lots of different homemade desserts available and other snacks for purchase, too. Friendly service was the topping on the sundae! read more

Unprofessional staff and an order of fried rice took almost 45 minutes although there were no other customers there. I can see why.

Wonderful little breakfast and lunch Cafe with outdoor seating. Best value for your money in volcano. I love their breakfast croissant sandwiches and typical cold cut sandwiches for lunch to go. They have exceptional soups and my Portuguese bean soup is my fave. Definitely best place in volcano to pick up lunch sandwiches especially to go if you're off to the park for hikes etc. Tiny indoor Cafe for ordering only a few people inside at the same time. Or you can call ahead for a quick pick up. read more

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