Surf Camp Waimea! Cool vibe and awesome aura up in Waimea. Lots of easy parking. Came up from…read moreWaikoloa and it was raining up in Waimea so it was perfect coffee shop weather. Don't miss the chocolate cake! OMG it is perfection. Not too sweet and super moist. I am dreaming of the cake. Worth every penny!

I love the Surf Camp cafe in Niu Valley on Oahu, so I had to visit the Big Island location in…read moreWaimea! This coffee shop is located in a small plaza with a pizza place, taco spot, and Merriman's. The plaza itself has plenty of parking even when it's on the busier side on a weekend morning, so it's not hard to find a spot. Inside the cafe, there's a retail section that sells clothing and small goods, and a separate side to place your order and sit and enjoy your drink. The interior is bright and welcoming with a minimalist vibe, and even when we visited on a weekend morning, it was easy to find seating either indoors or outdoors. Service was wonderful -- we were helped promptly by staff, and my drink came out quickly. I got the black sesame latte with a chocolate chip cookie. I thought my drink was perfect, as the flavor of the black sesame was nutty, pleasant, and just the right amount of sweetness paired with the espresso. The cookie was on the softer/puffier side, and although it's not my preferred texture, it wasn't too bad! To sum up, I really enjoyed dropping by to get coffee here, and I feel like the quality of the drinks at Surf Camp is consistent across their different locations. I'll definitely come back if I ever find myself on Big Island for another trip!

Visited this cafe on the way back from a hike and we ordered 2 egg sandwiches (with spam) and an…read moreiced coffee. Came out perfect. Cozy/quiet little patio area in the back to relax. Definitely recommend to anyone passing through for a quick bite.

The food was yummy, ample, and reasonable priced! We enjoyed eating in the outdoor courtyard of the…read morehistoric building. Note that the cold brew was very strong. Also, they still only take payment via cash or venmo as of today (12/21/2025), so be prepared.

Upon arrival, my two boys and wife immediately turned to enjoy king Kamehameha's beautiful statue…read morewith day old leis having celebrated King Kamehameha day earlier this week. Long beautiful leis to ho or the great king. Staff at the restaurant was friendly, and full of aloha, we are grateful for their honoring of the islands mana. If we could encourage all island visitors come to see the beauty of Hawi and embrace the local love, DO IT! You will be grateful. Following this stop, we are headed to Kilauea to visit Pele. Best day on the island EVER! Pizzas was delicious, we had three at the table.

I would take a pass on this restaurant. Teriyaki burger had no teriyaki sauce and very limited…read morepineapple. Meat was overcooked, tomatoes were under ripe, pickles looked awful. We only ordered two burgers and they got the order wrong. Didn't seem like they wanted to talk about fixing it. Servers was real slow and the restaurant was very empty. So many other options.

This place is a slice of heaven. The service was exceptionally friendly and made me feel so…read morewelcomed everytime I came in during my time on the island (which was EVERYDAY). I had the Iced Sugar Free Vanilla Latte or Iced Sugar Free Vanilla Mocha every time I came. The drink was delicious EVERY TIME! I also tried the Mac Nut Banana Bread and it was fanastic...honestly...some of the best on the island. But the best part was the service. Half-way through my time here, the I noticed that most of the servers started to expect me and knew my name. And when it was time for me to leave (so sad), the wished me a heart felt safe trip home. This is a great community coffee shop and I loved it. I will definitely be back here on my next trip to island and I will start every day on the island with a morning pick me up from Hawaiian Village Coffee.

Lovely local spot for great coffee…read more This very nearby where we were staying. We popped in, joined the line (it is popular!), and ordered 2 coconut ice coffees (one with cream, one without). They have these prepared to pour and serve so it was super fast and $5 each. The cream really brings out the coconut but both were great and well priced for larges. Perfect to go down to the beach with straight from there.

A cute little place, feels more like visiting a home than it does a commercial space, but with the…read morereliability of a cafe. I had a salmon Benedict and an iced coffee. Staff were kind as well, and helped me decide what to eat. Salmon tasted fresh and delicious, easy to eat. The balcony was roomy, with many gecko sightings.

Nice little cafe with great Kona coffee selections, baked goodies, and sandwiches. There is an…read moreindoor dining room and patio tables out on a lanai overlooking the mountain and the ocean off in the distance. Nice for those who want a great view. Staff is nice. Rest room was out of order, which can make it tough as it's a coffee place lol. No big meals to be had here, but good for a light breakfast or lunch or to pick up some sweet treats and coffee, chais, lattes.

Stopped by Story Maui while exploring Paia and it was such a cute little find The space is cozy,…read moreartsy (selling local jewelry) and relaxed -- perfect for slowing down before heading out on the Road to Hana or biking down Haleakala (which we did). We ordered the americanos, and they were so good -- smooth, bold, and not overly bitter. Just a clean, rich espresso flavor done right. You can tell they care about the quality of their beans and how they pull their shots. They do have a small, simple menu, which I think adds to the charm of a small town. A handful of espresso drinks, teas, and a few breakfast options like bagels and warm pastries. Not a huge selection, but everything feels intentional and well made -- quality over quantity. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and the whole place has that laid-back Maui vibe where you can sit, sip, and just enjoy the moment. If you're in Paia and need a solid coffee spot without the big chain feel, Story Maui is definitely worth stopping by.

We stopped for some coffee at Story Maui on the way to swim in some waterfalls. The coffee is…read moreterrific. I had a Vanilla Coconut Iced Latte (5/5 - great flavor and good quality coffee) and my daughter had the Fruity Pebble Iced Latte (sweet but she loved it). While we were enjoying our drinks, we talked with on of the owners, Michelle, who told us her story. She is a great local business woman with an excellent store. She actually remodeling to be able to do even more. We also had a nibble of her macadamia nut spread and macadamia nut butter on some locally made sourdough bread (6/5). It was all so good. We look forward to coming back again.

Amazing! Food, service, atmosphere, owner…read more FOOD: Super tasty. Everyone's food looked fantastic! SERVICE: Wait staff was friendly and attentive with the Aloha spirit. Definitely returning!

Looking for breakfast all day in Wailuku? Must try here!…read moreThe service is nice and friendly. Good casual ambiance and for small celebrations. Everything we had was delicious. They also serve Lunch.

the food was delicious. i got the pork sandwich (ate it before i remembered to take a picture) and…read moreit was delicious. my lava flow and my aunts pina colada were both great. the ambiance is fabulous with live music every night and you are right up on the sand watching the sunset and the waves. the only disappointment for me was our server. the service was INCREDIBLY slow and when we asked her to take a couple cups out of the way because we were running out of space on the table she rolled her eyes at us. she also didn't come back to check on us between the time we got our drinks and halfway through our meal which was unfortunate because we probably would've ordered a couple more rounds of drinks had she been back. * edit : servers name is amani. she disappeared every time we needed her all night. she dropped our checks and didn't come back for like 20 mins even though we immediately put our cards down. she wasn't friendly and she also didn't let us know it would be an up charge to sub fries for salad. she was rude and absent most the night and definitely put a damper on the experience.

We have been going here since 2005. It's been a favorite. However lately we ventured back because…read morewe craved their Taco Salad. When the Taco Salads arrived it was noticeably smaller. Chicken we ordered had no grill marks like before and the chicken was placed on top as one piece. Very little lettuce, and the shell it came in was smaller. Really sad to see. I know everyone is cutting corners and making concessions to make a profit but this was not a meal sized portion. We've enjoyed fish and chips, sliders, tacos, burgers, salads prior to the changes. For old time sake I ordered a Mai Tai. I was surprised a lime wedge replaced the pineapple and cherry skewer I enjoyed. Staff is friendly and host was very nice. Music at 6 pm is fun. We love watching the sunset, musicians playing and sometimes a gracious hula dancer. It can be busy, long waits for dinner. I really hope Huggo's on the Rocks can retain its special charm.