Arise Kona Bakery and Cafe
74-5555 Kaiwi St F 2-3, Kailua-Kona, HI
Crema's Take
“Arise is a deliberate, slow-paced sanctuary in Kona where espresso craft and fresh-baked pastries deserve your full attention—the upstairs adult-only space proves they're serious about creating an interruption-free haven for folks who actually want to linger. The coffee is carefully made and pairs beautifully with their made-to-order breakfast items, though you'll need to abandon any rush mentality and settle in for the experience.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
What a unique place on the Big Island! Nothing like it around. Food very fresh and made to order. Coffee well made. Loved the upstairs for adults only, allowing folks to use computers without interruption. Wish I would have found you at the beginning of my vacation...
You average cafe, nothing special. The food is what you would expect. The wait it above average long. The people here are a bit pretentious, not a comfortable nor inviting atmosphere. It's not the businesses fault so don't blame them. All in all, Id say skip it, there's better places around.
Wow. So delicious. The food and coffee. We got the breakfast croissant, cappuccino, and latte. Sooo tasty and flavorful. Do not come here if you’re in a rush though - we got here at 8:40 on a Wednesday, and there was a line to the door, and got food/drinks around 9:15. Honestly, worth the wait if you have time for sure. It was sooo good. And lots of seating! Parking can be tricky FYI
Arise bakery and cafe is the place to be if you’re in Kona! Whether just visiting or you live there it’s one of the top cafes in Kona. Fresh Kona coffee and a selection of other creative and tasty drinks- and the food is incredible! Nothing on the menu will disappoint you! Not to mention the friendliness and kindness of the staff paired with lovely seating, great for studying, hanging out, or hustling somewhere to enjoy a drink!
This is the cutest coffee shop with delicious drinks/food and a warm atmosphere. This was honestly the best smoothie bowl I had on the island- the papaya was perfect, the granola was amazing and the smoothie was so flavorful! The chicken bacon open toast was delicious too, it is pretty heavy though so keep that in mind if you’re planning to swim after. Highly recommend stopping here for coffee or breakfast!
Crema Reviews
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