The Coffee Shack
83-5799 Mamalahoa Hwy Box 510, Kailua-Kona, HI
Crema's Take
“Perched on the slopes of Mauna Loa with breathtaking ocean views that catch you completely off guard, The Coffee Shack is where locals and visitors alike linger over unhurried breakfasts and expertly crafted coffee in a genuinely relaxed Hawaiian setting. The kitchen shines with thoughtful touches—think smoked vegetables in their veggie omelette and house-made breakfast sandwiches that inspire repeat visits—making it the kind of place you find yourself returning to before you even leave the island. This is specialty coffee paired with real hospitality and a view that makes the short journey from the road absolutely worth it.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly. Parking available.
Google Reviews
This little gem is tucked away in a nondescript area. If you blink you'll miss it. Patience is key when coming here. Parking can be challenging. Wait time can be mor ethan 40 minutes. For some places its all hype. But this one is well wprth the wait. Our server was very…
Can’t beat the view here. Great food and service. They make all their breads and make great coffee. No complaints with what we got: cinnamon roll, eggs Benedict, and French toast. The French toast bread was one of a kind. Our favorite thing we tried was the cinnamon roll, then…
Just returned from the Big Island and had breakfast at The Coffee Shack twice because we enjoyed our first stop so much. I had the breakfast sandwich with the onion dill both times and my husband had the Kona breakfast and the French toast. We loved everything! The ocean view…
We hadn't been here in a long time, but it is as good as ever.... Maybe better Parking is a challenge.... Be patient! The view is simply breathtaking from inside the restaurant. Jeffrey, out server was wonderful. The food was exceptional. Full of flavor, and a delight to eat…
This was our favorite place on our Big Island trip. Amazing food paired with incredible views makes it hard to beat. The veggie omelette was outstanding, with smoked vegetables that added so much flavor, and the potatoes were perfectly seasoned and roasted. The sandwich was good…
Best breakfast experience we had on the Big Island. True Hawaii vibes from the moment you arrive — lush landscape, relaxed atmosphere, and beautiful ocean views right from the table. I ordered the crab omelette special and my wife had the vegetable omelet, and both were…
Crema Reviews
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