food and drinks - i got the lily special and lox toast. both super good and at a very reasonable…read moreprice! i especially loved the ube cream top on my matcha, not too sweet which i appreciate. service - quick and easy and the baristas were very friendly :) ambiance - super cute indoor/outdoor cafe with ample seating, free wifi, and a drinking water station.

I stopped by here to grab some coffee before going to the beach. I wasn't really sure what to get…read moreand wanted to get something that I don't normally get when I'm back home. The barista recommended me a couple of their lattes. I ended up trying the iced haupia latte I got was $9. There is a nice coconut taste before mixing the drink, but after that, the flavor disappeared, and it just tasted like regular coffee. The staff here was so friendly and I did like the overall feel of the shop. They have both indoor and outdoor seating and it looks like a nice spot for getting work done.There are a couple free parking spots by the coffee shop.

Wow! We went on a Saturday morning ie 8 am and some of the flavored donuts were already sold out…read more The service was awesome. It is behind the 76 gas station food court area. There is parking and there are plenty of tables to sit & enjoy. There are signs indicating where the food court area is located. It is nice and ample to eat your Malasada or donut. Prices are from $5 to $6 each. We had the Ube 10/10 and Creme Brulee 10/10. I will definitely return.

I stopped by here earlier today with my father for a morning treat. We found Paradise Bakery Hawaii…read moreon Yelp while I was looking for a bakery near Kailua-Kona. This spot is located in a food court area and was actually the only place open when we arrived. Since it is a stall, there is not too much to say other than there were two people working and a large display case filled with donuts, with malasadas in the back. After looking things over I asked if they had a lilikoi circle donut. They did not, but they recommended a strawberry glazed donut with lilikoi filling and I went with that. It came out nicely decorated with a pink glaze and a small dab of cream on top with a butterfly. When I bit into it I was happy with the flavor. The donut itself was light and fluffy and the strawberry glaze was solid. The real standout though was the lilikoi filling, which had that great balance of sharpness and sweetness and paired really well with the donut. My dad ordered a coconut malasada and said it was really good as well. The bottom line for me is that I would head back here again in the future. They had a big selection of donuts, I enjoyed mine, and I would like to try their malasadas next time.

Seems like a lot of mixed feelings about this establishment…read more We are tourists vacationing in Kailua-Kona for a week. Tried this place on a whim as it was on our main thorough way and had pretty decent reviews. I am here to set it right by giving my two cents. The shop is in a dead shopping center. The shop itself was observed to be clean and well put. It was on a weekend morning and therefore we observed few patrons ordering their preference of cup of Joe and occasionally some will order with food. Whatever you order, do not get the chocolate chip cookies. It tasted like some sort of detergent and hardly any chocolate chips. The coffee was hot but the cup disintegrated shortly after we left the shop. It fell apart inside the rental car.

food - perfect spot for a quick bite! i tried the punatic wrap with turkey and a smoothie and both…read morewere really fresh and good! prices were also very reasonable. service - super friendly staff and quick service! ambiance - small cafe with some outdoor seating, wifi is also available for getting some work done

Amazing food and coffee! There were so many great choices, plus lots of unique items to shop for --…read moreperfect for gifts or something special for yourself Mary Lou and Ava were also incredibly helpful, polite, and welcoming with that genuine local-style kindness that makes you feel right at home.

The honey goat = YUM! It's a sweeter drink and my favorite I've had during my recent visit…read more We picked up some nice gifts as well; good variety of coffee, chocolates, teas, mugs, other specialty treats, clothing, etc...

Great Kona coffee in a wonderful casual atmosphere!…read more I had to meet up/interview a potential Big Island candidate in Kailua-Kona and I was basically looking for a casual place where I could meet, enjoy a drink, and have a little bit of conversation. Kona Coffee & Tea was the place of choice here in Kailua-Kona. Located at the Kona Coast Shopping Center, you can find this little coffee shop just next door from KFC. The coffee shop is easy to find, as other business surrounding this business is the KTA Superstore, Hele Gas Station, HFS Federal Credit Union, O'Reilly Auto Parts, as well as many numerous eateries. It was late in the afternoon, so I basically came here for some drinks. I had to try their Kona Coffee, and I must say it did not disappoint! The coffee shop has indoor, as well as covered outdoor seating. The shop does sell some food items, but I did not partake or looked at what they had to offer. There was also coffee shop merchandise, but I did not have time to take a look at what they had to offer. Overall, as great coffee shop and if I'm in the area again, I wouldn't hesitate to stop by for their wonderful coffee.

Kona Coffee & Tea really makes it a point to articulate that their coffee is 100% Kona coffee. For…read morethat reason, some of their drink offerings are priced accordingly, with a 12 oz medium pour over costing $10. Unless you're a coffee connoisseur, you may want to skip the pour over for something a bit less special to save yourself a few dollars. The coffee was fine, but my unrefined palette was not able to fully appreciate the cup of brew. In terms of atmosphere, Kona Coffee & Tea has plenty of seating outdoors around the porch and a few high tables indoor, where they have AC blasting at full strength. They have free Wi-Fi available as well, so I saw a lot of people posting up on their laptops. Parking is plentiful and easy to find since this coffee spot is located in a strip mall. If you have a discerning palette for the subtle flavors that show up in different coffee beans, you will definitely want to stop by for a cup.

As far as grocery stores go, this store is just average. There is nothing special about the foods…read morehere and they really don't have great pre-packaged or prepared foods, as Foodland does. Being a tourist, I much prefer something to go and ready to eat, rather than plain old groceries.

Upon arrival on Xmas eve this was the best place to stop for some quick food. The were busy and ran…read moreout of pork bowls. So we decided to get a few à la carte items to bring back to the hotel as our lunch. Good spot to get snacks from their deli section. It's also close to the hotel I was staying at so a walk away

I stopped in for a breakfast sandwich and went with the everything bagel--solid choice, but the egg…read moreand bacon stole the show. Overflowing, hot, and huge! Highly recommend adding avocado. Outdoor tables w/ lots of green, super cute! Short walk from downtown.

Looks like this is a cafe to the gym adjacent to it. It's an open kitchen where you see the…read morepreparation while a cashier takes your order. Seating is outside only. Food is served in disposable containers. We got the *Da Hammah: better of the two we ordered *Omelette with mushrooms, avocado and chicken: the chicken pieces tasted dry and old. Didn't taste like it's seasoned.

After a 20 hour travel day to the Big Island, we landed exhausted, hungry, and honestly a little…read morestressed about how we were going to feed our family that late at night, especially as a vegan family with limited options. We saw that Herbivores was about to close, but the kids really had their hearts set on it. I hesitated to call because I never like arriving right at closing, but I'm so glad I did. When I called, they were incredibly kind and welcoming and told us to come on over, no problem. That simple moment completely changed our night. We rushed from the airport, and when we arrived, Chef Jeffrey and Shawn took such amazing care of us. The food came out quickly, which mattered so much with hungry kids, and everything was absolutely delicious. The Big Mac style burgers and loco moco were exactly what we needed after such a long journey. What truly stood out was the kindness. After our meal, they surprised the kids with free soft serve, and it honestly meant so much. After such a long and tiring day, they did not just serve us dinner, they made us feel welcome, cared for, and part of their ohana. That level of hospitality is something special. You can feel the heart behind this place. If you are on the Kona side and looking for incredible vegan food and genuinely kind people, this is a must visit. We will absolutely be back. Mahalo for turning a stressful night into such a memorable one

We had such a great experience at Herbivores Vegan Cafe. We came in on a Sunday when a big storm…read morehit, and they originally weren't even planning to open--but Chef Jeffery decided to open anyway, and he was running the whole place by himself. Despite everything, he was so kind, welcoming, and genuinely funny. You could tell he really cared about making sure everyone still had a great experience, even under stressful circumstances. It honestly made the whole visit feel extra special. The food was amazing. We had the Big Moke and the burrito, and both were so good. We ended up coming back again later in our trip because we loved it so much. The second time, we got the Caesar salad (which was delicious, though we did feel the extra charge for additional sauce was a bit high), along with the burger again and a smoothie. Overall, such a great experience--amazing vegan food, a welcoming atmosphere, and a chef who truly goes above and beyond. We'll definitely be back!

This is the 2nd time I've come in for dinner and I'm blown away. Food and service is amazing. We…read morehad Makela , ask for her. She's great. Right on the water I forgot to mention our drinks were made to perfection Thanks Kai eats Omg!!! The ahi, get it medium rare Ask for more sauce if you get the lemon rosemary chicken Caesar salad, yum. Little crunch with every bite

Kai may have the best happy hour in the Kona area. Be aware it is at the bar only. They had great…read morecocktails at $8, and $5 house wine. They offer half price apps, pizza, and some other options. We made reservations for a table for the sunset, but came early for happy hour drinks at the bar. The sunset is a bit difficult from the angle of the restaurant, only a couple tables had a good view. You start with the, worth the calories, soft bread and oil. My friend and I shared the catch of the day, the fish was served with mango Cole slaw, veggies, and excellent cream sauce. The staff is fantastic, from the manager who could actually pronounce my name, to the hustling bar tender, and the excellent but relaxed table service.

Came here for lunch on a Sunday, many places closed, looking for plate lunch but heck, we eat…read moreJapanese too. Tenkatori bills itself as a Japanese style fried chicken, our only other choice in the food court was Mexican (Philippino place wasn't open) so we were open to try. Tenkatori did not disappoint-ordered bento chicken-one was tater tot bento, other was rice and chicken bento, with wasabi and yuzu sauces. Bento came with four softball sized pieces of boneless chicken thighs hot out of the fryer, so fresh and juicy, the juices were literally squirting out between bites. Dipped in the creamy wasabi sauce-great flavor without the head-numbing experience. Yuzu was also creamy, not acidic like lemon, just the real deal. Btw both sauces good with tater tots, but they give you ketchup too. Quite the find, in a quiet marketplace on a stormy Sunday Tenkatori lives up to its ratings. Will be back!

The fry on the chicken is out of this world. The flavors are on point every time. Best fried…read morechicken on the island. It's also a good value in terms of quality and quantity versus cost. A must try!!!!