Made our drinks perfectly. Place was spotless & cute. Love their drive in but we didn't use it. Service was quick and warm. Will definitely make the drive to this location. read more

HiCO - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kealakekua, Hawaii

HiCo is a super cute coffee shop I Kealakekua. There is a good sized parking lot and even a drive through. We went at about 10:00 on a Wednesday morning and lucked out with the last parking spot. They have a cute outdoor seating area as well as tables inside. The place was busy with people on their laptops and families enjoying their morning coffee and snacks. We got haupia latte and a brown sugar latte. They asked if we wanted it hot or cold and we both chose cold. They also have hats, t shirts, jackets with their logo on it. The t shirts were nice but kinda pricey at $35.00. Service was quick and really no complaints. Would definitely recommend this place if you're in Kona. read more

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Limited food options, but good food options. Always great staff here and calm atmosphere. Inside and outside seating. Love that there is a drive thru. read more

HiCO - Banana toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kealakekua, Hawaii

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Six drinks for six people and every one is perfect. I don't need to review individuals because if you can do six well you can do everything well. Great little spot to stop in for a drink or a snack. I can't say more than that. read more

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Holy moly! BEST spam subie we have gotten! Seriously SO delicious!! The gals working we're also very nice! read more

HiCO - Spam subie and Crab subie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kealakekua, Hawaii

We tried the Ube latte and Ube cold brew with cold cream topper- the coffee itself was strong but the Ube flavoring is not very sweet. If you are looking for merch to take home- they have shirts and stickers and cups, etc. I bought a card package to send home with a bag of coffee beans. If I go here again I will try a sweeter coffee. The cafe itself is very comfortable if you want to have coffee with friends- they have outdoor seating and live Hawaiian music. read more

HiCO - Ube latte and Ube cold brew with cold foam topping - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kealakekua, Hawaii

Did someone say drive-thru coffee shop? Yeah, count me in! On the drive from Kona to Captain Cook, we stopped by this HiCO location. We took an early morning flight from O'ahu and this was our first stop. I've been to other HiCO locations on the Big Island and I gotta say, they have the speediest service here. Same great high quality drinks, just faster! The haupia latte is my go-to order. Love that it's not too sweet and the added texture from the coconut shavings paired with the thick and creamy coconut cream is just sooo good. My boyfriend ordered their 100% Hawaiian coffee cold brew and that really gave us the caffeine boost we needed to power through the day. You can really taste the quality of the coffee with this drink. It is a drive-thru but we had a bit of time to kill since it was so early, so we parked and went in (parking is super easy btw). For a drive-thru they also have a lot of seating and they sell some awesome merch too. read more

I needed a midday drink and stopped on the way after hiking! I ordered the Maui wowie (pineapple juice with sparking water) and holy moly! The coconut sweet cream foam with toasted coconut flakes! Drool! I would drink it everyday! I also ordered the prosciutto fig toast! The sourdough was perfection! I loved every bite. It's a pretty big piece, so I'm glad I ordered a half size. The BLT on a bagel was so good, too!! Okay, really, I don't think you can go wrong stopping here! I loved every bite coming to HiCo when I'm visiting the island!! Baristas were nice and friendly. There are picnic benches outside and plenty of seating inside to enjoy your food and delicious drinks. I've also had their ube latte and 1000/10! read more

HiCO - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kealakekua, Hawaii

Came here twice during our trip because we loved it so much! Cute little coffee shop at the south end of the island. Stopped here to fuel ourselves for the drive out to Volcano National Park. The coffee was absolutely delicious and the young staff member did a great job telling us about their beans and the quality of the coffee. The breakfast sandwiches and the avocado toast were all made with fresh ingredients and were a great start to the day. read more

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Great spot offering coffee shop favorites with a Hawaiian twist! My wife and I stopped here after hiking down to snorkel at the Captain Cook monument. It was the perfect place to relax and recharge. They staff was friendly and made some excellent recommendations that elevated our experience. My wife ordered the Ube Sweet Cream Cold Brew and I opted for the Coconut Sweet Cream Cold Brew. Both drinks were awesome and their non-dairy coconut cream cold foam is delicious. We also split a Ube Crinkle Cookie that I highly recommend trying- it's unique and tastes great. We've visited many top notch coffee shops across the island and I rank this one up with best. Give it a try for yourself! read more

HiCO - Coconut Sweet Cream Cold Brew, Ube Sweet Cream Cold Brew, Ube Crinkle Cookie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kealakekua, Hawaii

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The hot latte here is so good I didn't think it could get any better until I tried the 100% Kona coffee upgrade. Wow! Delicious. The staff are cheerful and the merch is so cool. We've been coming back every morning and just love it. They could do a better job displaying their baked goods (hidden in a box sometimes) but that's not much of a complaint. read more

This is a great stop if you need caffeine on the way to Captain Cook. We stopped in two days in a row. Love the modern vibes -- and when we visited, they had a skeleton from Halloween that was decked out and posed in different spots each day, ha. Prices are a little high, but it's quality coffee and food -- from cappuccinos to yummy cardamom buns to avo toast, all of which we sampled and liked. They also have cool merchandise (still kicked myself for not bringing home a trucker hat)! read more

HiCO - Treat case! The cardamom bun warmed up was *chef's kiss* - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kealakekua, Hawaii

Coffee was great, came to HiCO three times this week :) the other location will be better for pictures if you'd like to take pictures:) read more

HiCO - Ube matcha latte(added double shots to add another $5ish) ... $13 for one drink - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kealakekua, Hawaii

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The service was fast with our drinks served in minutes. The ambiance is eclectic matching the other HiCo. The Ube Sweet Cream White Mocha was delicious just like the other HiCo we tried. This is a great drink for folks feeling a sweet tooth who want a fruity, decadent drink. The Ube Crinkle Cookie was pretty good but a tad more dense than I was hoping for. Honestly, both of the Ube products had little Ube flavor but they tasted great anyway. read more

HiCO - Ube Sweet Cream White Mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kealakekua, Hawaii

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HiCo Hawaiian Coffee is a delightful find! This spot has something for everyone -- they have your standard drinks that you'll find at most coffee shops as well as some unique options which we opted to try. First up was the Iced Haupia Latte, and it was nothing short of amazing (HIGHLY recommend)! The combination of coconut sweet cream and rich espresso was heavenly, providing a refreshing twist on a classic latte. The flavors were perfectly balanced! I will say, the drink runs on the slightly sweeter side but is still very tasty (perhaps ask for half the coconut sweet cream if you want it a little less sweet). We also tried the Coconut Froshaka and it was a game-changer! This blended frozen treat was incredibly refreshing, with the perfect blend of coconut flavor and sweetness. This is definitely more of a "treat" coffee drink as opposed to something I would have daily but if you enjoy blended drinks, I highly recommend. Both these drinks, I would certainly order again! The atmosphere of HiCo is inviting and laid-back, making it a great place to relax or catch up with friends. The staff was super friendly. There's several tables inside with outlets, so somewhere one could come to work/study as well. They also have a drive-thru! 10/10 would recommend this spot! read more

HiCO - Iced Haupia latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kealakekua, Hawaii

Very cute and aesthetic cafe. Would definitely study here. Would go to HiCO every morning if I could. Breakfast bagels are great. Great service and drive thru available at this location. read more

HiCO - ube froshaka - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kealakekua, Hawaii

Overrated and overpriced. Coffee was cold and the avocado toast didn't taste good either

Cute/trendy coffee spot w easy parking in the back, drive thru option, indoor and outdoor seating. Think ube latte is one of their favorites but they have many fun options like lilikoi sticky buns, haupia drinks, etc. Sells some merch too like shirts, totes, hats. Friendly staff. Would come back read more

I miss HiCO so much. We went during early August 2023 and it quickly became our morning spot. All the bagels we had were so good and their coffees were delicious! We even got a bag of their beans to take home. I had the Lily Special, Wai Meli Jun Kombucha, and my husband often got the coratdo. Bacon & cheese bagel, BLT bagel, and feta and spinach bagel were all soooo good. My favorite was the feta and spinach, got it twice! So if you're in the South Kona area, this is a GREAT spot for breakfast/brunch. Just look for the inflatable ube latte out front!! :) read more

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If you're looking for a legit Hawaiian coffee experience, this spot nails it. The coffee? Strong, smooth, and seriously good--like, "wake-you-up-on-the-first-sip" good. The vibe is very Hawaiian with the plants hanging all round the shop Bonus points for the merch! They've got fire gear--tees, mugs, hats, you name it. All high quality and actually cool enough to wear outside the coffee shop. Definitely worth the stop! read more

HiCO - Inside decor - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kealakekua, Hawaii

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First time here. We ordered ube latte, coffee drip, smoked ahi cucumber toast and musubi. All items tasted great, but the service was slow. The beverages came first but by the time the food arrived an hour later, our drinks have been consumed. I had to ask about my order. We had to ask for an additional plate for 2 orders, otherwise, prepare to use table napkins. There are numerous tables outside but preferred sitting indoors. Loved the hanging pothos and large wall floral artwork. Sufficient parking and lines get longer around 9 am. Also, you might want to ask for a receipt when you pay so in case of errors. This place is good but too laidback of service for my liking. It's not Starbucks but there's room for improvement. read more

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Definitely will come back here for breakfast! The service was good and the inside feels new, refreshing and relaxed and we were all about it. They have a drive thru which we would probably use if we were in a hurry. We ordered a matcha latte (super good), a salmon lox toast and a breakfast croissant sandwich. Do yourself a favor if you're staying nearby and stop here for breakfast because it was delicious. We paid about $35 for everything. Loved it here! read more

HiCO - Checking out an atlas obscura they had for reading while enjoying breakfast! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kealakekua, Hawaii

Came here and used the drive thru. I will say it costs a pretty penny if you're ordering drinks and a little breakfast item. Tried the haipua latte it was super creamy but not my personal taste. Hubby had the farmers cold brew which he really liked. Drive thru was quick and easy. Ohhh hubby was obsessed with the ahi toast and proclaimed it was the best thing he had ever eaten! So maybe try that! read more

Best coffee I've ever tasted, and I've tasted many Kona coffees and coffees from around the island! Absolutely delicious! Maui coffee Kāʻanapali Mokka was my previous favorite, but Hico Kona is better. read more

Cute shop with cool merchandise and plenty of parking spots. We ordered 2 ube centered drinks and the ube flavor seemed like it came from artificial syrup. The service was good and relaxed. Bathrooms were clean read more

The food and coffee were great. The "drip" coffee (not sure if it was really drip but I don't want to call it "plain") was the smoothest coffee I've ever tasted. My husband got one while I tried a flavored tea. I tasted his coffee and asked one more for myself. I think it was a Big Island Coffee but don't quote me. I may not remember the name, but I remember that smooth taste. I don't remember what we had to eat but it tasted good and we finished the whole thing. One thing about the flavored teas, make sure that you indicate at the time of ordering if you want it hot or cold. I was expecting my drink to be hot, but I was given an iced version, which unfortunately tasted a little watered down. The service was friendly and we can tell that the workers take pride in what they do. This is important for a boutique restaurant to thrive. The ambience is that of an island coffee shop, complete with merch. There were plenty of inside and outdoor seating, current music (was a little loud). Our young adult kids would think we were so cool to have picked this place. read more

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Great breakfast and coffee spot. Love the breakfast selection here! Feel like they make a twist on classic breakfasts. The cucumber toast was amazing - the bread was perfectly soft and crispy on the outside and the chilli flake on top adds an extra kick to the cucumber read more

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A little on the expensive side for coffee and bagels, but everything was delicious, so cannot complain! We went through the drive through, the staff was friendly, and food preparation was quick. Ordered and loved the feta and spinach bagel, my partner had the bacon and cheese bagel, and we split the caramel froshaka (which was a very tasty frappe). Each item was more than $10. Menu is available online and at the kiosk. There is very little parking around the shack and only one or two picnic tables. Enjoyed this stop very much! Chic and trendy. read more

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The turkey club and the strawberry black tea was amazing my new favorite place! Corryn was the best chef!! read more

I'm not sure if this was just my experience, but my coffee was watered down both times I went? I tried a normal iced coffee and an Ube iced coffee and didn't love either of them. The staff was friendly though! read more

Ube froshaka please! Was looking for a midday afternoon pick me up and the ube froshaka hit the mark! It's basically a coffee milkshake with an ube syrup drizzle. Wicked sweet, but also nice after a hot day in the sun. I was surprised at how well the ube flavor blended with the coffee and would definitely repeat the order! read more

HiCO - Ube froshaka -small - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kealakekua, Hawaii

A twist on a coffee shop with a local flair! After finding this place, I knew I had to stop by to try their ube latte which was delicious with a hint of ube! We also tried their frozen blended ube drink and that was the star of our order! Service was quick and friendly, with a few tables inside where we enjoyed our drinks. The small size was smaller than expected but they were so cute! It even has a drive thru for quick pick up. Definitely worth a visit! read more

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Fav Coffee Shop on Big Island! Ube latte is a must ! My boyfriend a discovered this place while he was working drydock for a month last year. He brought me here on a trip and now we have to stop here every time we come! read more

HiCO - Ube latte for life! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kealakekua, Hawaii

Best part about this place is the atmosphere and the service. If you want a small town, trendy hole in the wall coffee shop this is your place. Inside seating is limited - maybe 6 tables but there's also outdoor seating. If you're wanting to sit in breeze and stare at the ocean then sit outside. If you want a study nook, place to read your book or meet up with friends then indoors is perfect. They have a little of everything for drinks - and I LOVE all the alternative choices to dairy. If you want something to eat there's always a selection of baked goods, or things you can order hot and made to order. They have t shirts, hoodies, hats, beanies and cute gifts like honey trios. My favorite spot for coffee when I come home to visit. read more

HiCO - Pastries - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kealakekua, Hawaii

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We saw the cute inflatable coffee cup as we drove by and decided to pop in. This HiCO has a drive-through, which we used and appreciated. Service was very friendly and our drinks were ready immediately. We got the ube froshaka (which was delicious but super sweet) and the drip coffee, also great. read more

It's just superb. The coffees are SO good and it high quality. The vibe is very clean and chill. I would get this every morning if I could but I'd probably be broke if I did. read more

Quik friendly drive up and around service Always smiling Great location Easy to order Easy drive up Order Drive around Pick up read more

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Beautiful ambiance. Nice escape to drink coffee or adult beverage. Pastries as delicious. Great attitude and service. read more

HiCO - Love the coffee and recommendations of the barista. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kealakekua, Hawaii

Fabulous service & Yummy coffee! My favorite go2 coffee house! Goods great! Atmosphere, well come on we're in Kona

We were in Kona for 4 days & by unanimous decision ... HiCO was our favorite breakfast spot. Kainoa & Paris prepared for us THE freshest & tastiest Breakfast Bagels. AND the warm milk frothed-topped ube coffee with the flower design made my lips smile. What a great experience. We plan on revisiting HiCO tomorrow morning on the way tot he airport for an encore experience! Much Mahalo to Kainoa & Paris! read more

HiCO - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kealakekua, Hawaii