A polished, design-forward spot in Hilo where you can watch the roasting process live and dive into a pour-over flight of locally sourced beans. It's genuinely good for those who want a high-end cafe experience with creative flavors like pandan and lilikoi, or for those who want to see the roasting machinery in action. If you're looking for a low-key, no-frills neighborhood joint or a budget-friendly quick stop, this is a more premium experience that fits a different pace.
Offers pour-over flights, single-origin beans, and baristas who explain the roast process.
On-site roasting allows customers to take home bags or order shipping worldwide.
Design-forward space with creative drinks like pandan lattes and açaí bowls.
A 'must-stop' destination in Hilo where visitors watch the roasting machinery in action.
In 2010, we stumbled upon a run-down coffee farm in a rugged region of Hawaiʻi - Puna - posted for sale on Craigslist. It could have been a scam, but with little to lose we thought ‘Why not?’. So we called the owner and took the chance. Up to this point, we thought that Hawaiian coffees were categorically awful, having only tasted artificially flavored, stale or burnt 10% Kona blends. Hoping to make the best from our new land, we dove into farm rehabilitation and the rehabilitation of the craft of coffee production. Having a background in organic agriculture and biology helped. And so the adventure began. After several years spent reviving the land, testing processing methods and training our palates to taste the results, the efforts paid off. In 2013, our Puna Pink Bourbon earned Grand Champion in the Hawaii' Coffee Association Statewide Cupping Competition and became the first and only Puna coffee to receive the award. That was year Big Island Coffee Roasters was born. Over the next few years, we consulted with farmers and tasted coffees from regions that were ignored, overshadowed by Kona. Utilizing local grants, we opened the first coffee mill in East Hawaiʻi in 2014 and began refining, grading and roasting coffees for neighboring farms, occasionally bringing them under our brand.
- Hours
- Monday: 6:30 AM 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 6:30 AM 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 6:30 AM 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 6:30 AM 5:00 PM
- Friday: 6:30 AM 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 6:30 AM 5:00 PM
- Sunday: 6:30 AM 5:00 PM
- Phone
- (808) 968-6228
- Website
- bigislandcoffeeroasters.com
- Amenities
- Free parking
- Address
- 76 Kalanianaole St, Hilo, HI 96720, USA
Visiting Big Island Coffee Roasters
What are Big Island Coffee Roasters' hours in Hilo?
The Hilo café and roastery at 76 Kalanianaole St is open daily from 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM. They close earlier than many cafés, so plan accordingly if you're visiting in the afternoon.
Is parking available at the Hilo location?
Yes, free parking is available at the Kalanianaole St location in Hilo.
Can visitors watch the roasting process?
Yes, the Hilo location is an active roastery where guests can see roasting equipment in operation. Big Island Coffee Roasters established East Hawaiʻi's first coffee mill here, making it a notable stop for coffee enthusiasts.
What coffee origins do they carry?
Big Island Coffee Roasters sources exclusively 100% Hawaiian beans, with offerings from Kona, Kaʻū, Puna, and Maui. The selection includes varieties like Peaberries and Bourbons alongside thoughtfully crafted blends.
Do they offer brewing workshops or classes?
Yes, brewing workshops are available at the Hilo café. Check bigislandcoffeeroasters.com for current scheduling and registration details.
Can I order their beans online and have them shipped to the mainland?
Beans are available for purchase at the Hilo café at 76 Kalanianaole St, open daily 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM. For online ordering and mainland shipping, check bigislandcoffeeroasters.com.