11 Best Cafes in Kailua Kona

“Flew over from Oahu to check out Journey Cafe. Not disappointed. Delicious food, nice ambiance, location could be better-like OAHU! Please come to our island! And bring the vegan ice cream � SO ONO!“

“The people were nice, the food was delicious, including the pastries, and it is a nice little shop to have a bite to eat. Would definitely return if I come back to area.“

“Very good food at reasonable prices. The large portions could not be eaten, we had to take them with us. Huge selection of everything. Excellent fried shrimp. If you want to eat well and cheaply, I can only warmly recommend it.
We had to come back here again because the food is excellent and the prices are excellent.“

“A true hidden gem. Tucked away beneath the King Kam hotel, this place has absolutely delicious breakfast, sandwiches, and coffees. We went here nearly everyday during our vacation to try everything from the donuts, to croffles, to grilled cheese, to the paninis.“

“It’s a cute cafe, nice girly vibe, coffee drinks are good, it’s a little expensive but not too bad, it’s a great place to hangout with friends or family. It has great WiFi but It is not ideal for working or studying/doing homework as it is noisy and outdoor seats have a lot of disturbance from the road, nice view of the ocean.“

“We came across this cute café on our way out from the cruise ship. There was a musician with great music and voice, the food was delicious and it was a great spot to just sit and relax. They have indoor seating with games and outdoor seating as well.

Vegetarian options: My husband and I had an egg and cheese wrap and a cheese pizza.“

“I can’t say enough good things about 808 Grindz Cafe. We ate here TWICE during our vacation because the food was absolutely amazing, and the flavors were spot on. Everything tasted so fresh and well-prepared. The atmosphere was welcoming and relaxing, perfect for enjoying a great meal with family or friends.

The prices were very affordable, especially considering the quality of the food and service. It’s rare to find such a gem that delivers so much without breaking the bank. I was so caught up in the experience that I forgot to take any photos, but trust me—it’s worth it. Highly recommend checking it out!“

“Excelente café y un lugar muy agradable“

“Absolutely love this place wonderful Aloha vibes! Live music is also great. 😊“

“I got the Drifter with an additional drizzle of peanut butter and and iced coffee, and my husband got the Brazilian with an iced coffee. I really liked these acai bowls because the frozen acai was not too sweet. It was the perfect balance of tart and sweet. We ate at the stand. The place is upstairs with a very small square footage, so it's best to order and step aside, then take your items when ready and eat downstairs at the tables. It was crowded at 8 when they opened. Their hours are 8 am-3 pm, but will need to check hours and days open online for any updates.“

“LOVE the Holoholo Market. The staff was incredible! By the end of our trip, the employees knew my coffee order & would get my preferred milk out when I walked up. One of the ladies even taught me a Hawaiian phrase after our conversation about how I was on my honeymoon :) & They have a microwave where you can get your things warmed, even things not bought at the market, which came in handy for leftovers. Loved this market & their selection!“