Restaurants near Hakalau

“This little market is one not to miss if you want a taste of the Hāmakua life. Bring cash!! thereʻs no internet there to process payments, (but there is an ebt table where folks can get coins to spend from the card balance - make those gov $$ go hyper local!). Family friendly, all vendors sell local produce and products, no costco flippers allowed! Music, craft activites, art, games and local foods, including lots of amazing gf vegan options.”

“I was in Hawaii for vacation and I was going to the rainbow falls, when in little town i saw the beautiful cafe, i mainly stop just to see inside and i was greeted with warm welcome, what made me feel belong to island. I looked arround and I saw i beautiful earrings and I bought them… when I was living I saw other interesting things and I ended up forgetting my earrings somewhere, I contacted them and Steph immediately responded and sent me my earrings without charging the mailing cost, that means a lot for me, because as business I know every little thing add in costs. I wanted to share this because I value business and people like Steph. I have been wearing the earrings every day since I got them. God blessings to you my dear!”

“Amazing find! Highly recommend if you’re out by Hilo! The owners were so sweet and helped us make our baumkuchen which tasted amazing! Absolutely would do again and was a highlight on this trip”

“Very friendly staff, they said any item in the menu can be done as vegetarian. We had Tacos de papa (potato tacos). The lady gave us their signature habanero salsa. All together the food was awesome. The lady at the counter was very kind has gave many pointers for vegetarian food in Hilo. Highly recommend this place. Parking was easy and you can also eat outside in the patio.”

“What a wonderful stop. Great local items gifts, drinks, I've cream and a great kitchen. There's plenty of seating. I highly recommend visiting whether you live here or are showing guests. Well done 🤙🏼”

“1000% the best burger you can get anywhere on the island. Chef Cody's special sauce and bun to patty ratio is perfect. I've been searching for a burger for many years and finally have found it! Gotta try their matcha latte and other coffee drinks, they're all great!”

“Great place to stop for a smoothie or lite bite to eat. This is a very casual, roadside stand with outdoor seating. Serving staff are friendly and courteous. I tried a smoothie and the avocado wrap. It was the perfect combo for a brunch time meal. All produce is grown locally on their farm so you know it is fresh.”

“My family and I were passing through this cute little town and decided to stop here.

We bought a couple of souvenirs including 3 jellies to take home from our family vacation strawberry, apricot and hot lime ginger. All three were not only delicious they were with aloha!”

“Awesome guys who are sharing some of the most delicious coconuts, ice cream beans, pineapples, and other local fruits in-season. We’ve all enjoyed the short stop after a stroll around Akaka falls State Park.”