We found this first day of our trip and then kept coming back to this for smoothie ms and…read morebreakfast/lunch. Amazing place run by Amazing folks. Smoothies are nice and fresh. Snacks items are also well prepared and flavorful. It has many healthy items on the menu. We had bagels, panini and smoothies most of the times. If you are in area, do give this one a shot and I am pretty sure you will be happy with that decision.

This was a nice conveniently located smoothie bar close to the Waikoloa Resort. We stopped in twice…read moreon our trip and the staff were very friendly and the smoothies were delicious.the cookies were good too, but it was the perfect stop to grab a snack or refresher before heading out on an adventure.

We stopped in because we had a hungry family, who all wanted something different to eat. My…read moredaughter looooved the açaí bowl, my son the bagel breakfast sandwich, and I the Ube Banana Toast. Honestly, I can't stop thinking about that Ube Banana toast. It was so tasty and I wish I was still in HI to have it again. I'm already thinking of how I can recreate it here in Florida. Great ambiance and just a fun little spot. My mother also said her Americano was good, which is had to do with her particular tastes!

Located in Waikaloa Village! Ample parking and great seating indoor and outdoor. Keep in mind how…read morewindy it can be though. I got the coffee latte and hubby got a matcha latte. He really liked the matcha and I enjoyed the coffee. I thought the ube flavor was good - not overly sweet. I did think the flavor doesn't last long in the coffee. The food for me was a surprise. The sandwich was great. Hubby had a weird experience of receiving an incorrect sandwich twice before getting his ahi one. Service was kind regardless.

I admit it, I am an açaí bowl snob. I am picky about my ingredients and don't waste my time on…read moremediocrity. With that said, know that we came here twice in 3 days for the Wailua Moana bowl. It's that good. This little coffee shop does a lot of business. The line wasn't long though and they work quickly preparing the food with love and attention to detail. You can eat inside or out with lots of tables to choose from. The açaí itself was a bit soft, but I liked that it wasn't hard as a rock. The granola was great. The berries and banana were plentiful. The big scoop of coconut peanut butter was fabulous and the honey and chocolate on top were the crowning achievement. It was an A+ in my book, and that is saying a lot.

Food: 5/5 Drinks: 5/5…read morePortions: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5 Cleanliness: 5/5 Customer service: 4/5 Speed: 5/6 Price: $$ Takeout: yes Outdoor seating: yes ADA access: yes Restrooms: no-but they have in the mall Dogs: outside Kid Friendly: yes Vegetarian options: yes Vegan options: yes Ambiance: casual Pros: for how busy it is, they have fast service. Cute and clean shop. Good flavor. Many vegan options. Several acai bowls. Cons: each coffee will be about $8, but kind of expected in Hawaii.

We rarely make it to Kawaihae as we live in Kona but I highly recommend this cute little restaurant…read moreif you're in the area to visit! Mainly Italian but have some Peruvian dish also on the menu. NOT cheap but they make everything from scratch and all the dishes were presented beautifully and tasty!! They are only open for breakfast and lunch except Saturday night dinner. We got lucky to get seated but recommend making reservations for lunch. We had a Caesar salad to start with and had a pork belly sandwich and Italian meat ball sandwich. The pork belly sandwich was delicious!!

Cipriano's Kitchen - Kawaihae's Italian Treasure…read more Cipriano's Kitchen is one of those rare restaurants that keeps you thinking about your meal long after you've left. Chef Gino is generous with both his talent and his portions. Every dish showcases fresh ingredients, expert preparation, and a genuine love of Italian cooking. The menu is seafood-forward, featuring fresh local catches, handmade pasta, and flavors that are both authentic and creative. This family-run restaurant is made even more special by Claudia, Chef Gino's wife and culinary partner. Claudia bakes fresh focaccia daily and prepares the restaurant's gnocchi and pasta from scratch. As hostess, she warmly welcomes every guest and effortlessly serves as the restaurant's "walking menu," describing each dish with passion and detail. The presentation is stunning. Lobster, octopus, shrimp, clams, scallops, and house-made pasta arrive beautifully plated and bursting with flavor. The fresh focaccia alone is worth the visit. Every meal feels thoughtfully prepared, from the first bite to the last. What keeps me coming back is that the food is genuinely craveable. I find myself dining here every couple of weeks for lunch, and more often than not, I leave with a takeout order for dinner because I know I'll be thinking about it later. Cipriano's Kitchen isn't just serving Italian food--it's creating an experience centered around family, hospitality, and exceptional cooking. Kawaihae is fortunate to have this gem, and anyone who appreciates fresh seafood, handmade pasta, and heartfelt hospitality should make it a destination. A true Big Island favorite. "Come hungry. Leave happy. Plan your next visit before you've even finished your meal."

Great coffee, amazing hosts and a quick order to pickup experience before you are on your way out…read moreto enjoy your day. The coffee shop definitely makes some amazing rejuvenating coffee that you should definitely experience. We ordered a couple cold brew coffee and in one of those we added a bit of the Organic Coconut milk that they had to offer. We did another round of coffee pickup and added the classic Açaí bowl to the list. Loved it and loved it all the way. Absolute recommendation and the only complaint being that they close out early in the Ocean Tower :). Next time and every time for sure!!

We stopped by this cafe nearly every morning during our stay at Waikoloa Village. It's pricey…read more(everything at the resort is though), but it did the job! You have to get there early if you want bakery items, as some of them go quickly.

The food here is excellent! I had dinner 3 times at HāLani during my stay. The service is also top…read morenotch. I tried the following: Ahi carpaccio: 5/5 I can't stop thinking about this carpaccio, it is so good! The eggplant and pine nuts add a beautiful touch. This is a must order. Wagyu skirt steak: 5/5 perfectly cooked and seasoned. I'd highly recommend this dish. The potatoes that come with are also solid. Grilled broccolini: 5/5 no notes, delicious Mediterranean orzo: 5/5 great flavor and perfectly cooked. All beef hot dog (Keiki menu): 5/5 Great hotdog! The bread is lightly sweet which comp This was my favorite restaurant on property!

Amazing location and great views. Restaurant itself is very beautiful. The whole setting is…read moreamazing. We went there for breakfast, its in a resort property so parking was valet but it was validated at restaurant so it free. We got seats immediately, we were amazed by the setting and views. We ordered ube pancakes as we read great things about it. And reviews were right. Uber pancakes were delicious. We were very happy with the overall experience. Definitely recommending.

Located inside Westin Hapuna Beach right by their pool, this place has good options like poke bowl,…read moreburgers, sandwiches and kids Mac n cheese. It's a bit pricey but everything is tasty.

I love this beach grill for many reasons BUT first if you are the manager and reading this -…read morereconsider your choice of hostess ! Another review written just before me also noted the same !! We got there and it was clear it was busy - she glared at us and told us it was at least an hour wait - no big deal we planned to enjoy the pool - but she was clearly horrified when we agreed to that and appeared to not want to deal with customers by rolling her eyes as she added us to the list - and it was no where near and hour - we were sat within 20 minutes !! That aside, we had a stunning ocean view table and a great time! Jerry was the bar tender tonight and as always he is the absolute BEST!! Always great to see him and he makes the best sangria and tropical itch!! We began with the coconut shrimp which was delicious then I had the catch of the day which was Ono which was delicious! My kids had the poke bowl and fish tacos and my husband had the ribs ! We all loved our food ! Great way to enjoy our last night for this visit at Hapuna

Best shave ice on big island. This award winning shave ice place uses amazing island flavored ice…read morecream and fresh fruit juice to flavor shave ice. You can get the artificial flavors like cotton candy but try the real fruit syrups here. Yum! There is usually a long line but the ling goes fairly fast. It's worth the wait. The staff is friendly. The restaurant has tables outside to enjoy your treats. We loved this shave ice place with real fruit juices.

Came out here the other day after a beach day. It was good shave ice, kinda expensive but worth it…read more Did not scrimp on the syrup. I opted to build my own vs choosing one of their premade. Service was friendly, and we enjoyed the shave ice out by the marina.