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White single-story building with a metal roof, green porch, red door, steps, and a Coffee sign.
White shop shelves hold Hilo Coffee Mill coffee bags, some marked Medium Roast and Dark Roast.
A hand pets a striped cat beside a dark bottle labeled HILO COFFEE MILL on a wooden table.
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Coffee Shop

Hilo Coffee Mill

A charming, home-like roastery in Mountain View where you can taste your way through local Ka'u and Puna beans before buying bags to take home.

Mountain View, Big Island Google 4.7 (139 ratings)

Drink hereBuy beansShips direct
Drink here
Hours listed
Buy beans
Online shopships direct
Farm visit
Not a farm stop
Coffee source
Origin not verified
Character
Hidden gem
DirectionsOfficial websiteShop coffee

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The verdict

Field notes

Hidden gem Chill Locals + tourists

A charming, home-like roastery in Mountain View where you can taste your way through local Ka'u and Puna beans before buying bags to take home. It's a wonderful spot for a slow-paced visit, chatting with the staff and relaxing on the lanai with a cup of joe. If you're looking for a high-end espresso bar with a professional machine, this isn't it—they rely heavily on drip coffee for their drinks, which is a different vibe entirely.
KopeMaps, field notes
Where it is
right off the highway in Mountain View
What's unique
taste local Ka'u and Puna beans before buying bags

Plan the stop

What you can do here

Drink
Plan a cup or tasting
Buy
Online shop
Tour
Not a farm stop

Who it suits

Best for

  1. Bean shopping

    Multiple reviews mention buying bags of local Ka'u and Puna beans to take home.

  2. Specialty coffee

    Coffee connoisseurs and 'enthusiasts' praise the roast profiles and the staff's knowledge of bean nuances.

  3. Purposeful outing

    Described as a 'hidden gem' and a 'must stop' for those driving around the area.

  4. Chill solo

    Vibe summary notes a 'slow-paced visit' and reviews mention a 'quiet' atmosphere on the lanai.

Receipt

The facts

Size
Tinyhome-like roastery with a lanai
Wait
Walk right up
Setting
Roadside
Parking
Free parking
Outdoor seating
Yes

In their words

The story

The Big Island of Hawai`i produces some of the "richest" coffee in the world, comparable to any of the other famous coffee regions. Hilo Coffee Mill (founded in February 2001),is located on 24 beautiful acres in Mountain View, was founded to help small local coffee farmers not only produce and process their coffee crops, but also assist in marketing these valuable crops to the rest of the world. It is our passion for excellence that now brings these coffees to the forefront of world markets. Hilo Coffee Mill supplies you with superb Hawaiian and worldwide coffees, at the best possible prices, and keeps the spirit of the family-run coffee plantation alive and well. Whether you need large or small quantities, Hilo Coffee Mill sells to the public on site and online to the world :). Either way, you can be assured of the finest green and small batch roasted coffees available.

Stewards
unknown
Since
2001
Certified
100% Hawaiian Coffee

109 photos

Photos

White shop shelves hold Hilo Coffee Mill coffee bags, some marked Medium Roast and Dark Roast.
A hand pets a striped cat beside a dark bottle labeled HILO COFFEE MILL on a wooden table.
A tight close-up of roasted coffee beans filling the frame.
Cupped hands, one forearm tattooed, hold a pile of dark coffee beans over blurred green grass.
White single-story building with a metal roof, green porch, red door, steps, and a Coffee sign.
Roasted coffee beans cascade from the metal chute of a red roasting machine.
A hand holds a copper Hilo Coffee Mill bag labeled 100% Hawaiian Coffee, Ka'u Estate, inside a car.
Roasted coffee beans fill a round perforated metal bin with a stirring arm under a red Diedrich panel.
Shop interior with wooden shelves of bagged coffee, a tiled floor, and a worker behind the left counter.
Painted parking signs for Hilo CoffeeMill stand by a gravel road and say not to pick the trees or flowers.
Covered wooden porch with plastic chairs, metal tables, large windows, and tropical plants along the railing.
Shop counter at Hilo Coffee Mill with a display case, card readers, and a surfboard sign on the wall.

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Common questions

Visiting Hilo Coffee Mill

What are Hilo Coffee Mill's hours?

Hilo Coffee Mill is open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and Saturday from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. It is closed Monday, Friday, and Sunday, so check the schedule before making the trip.

Can I watch the roasting process at Hilo Coffee Mill?

Yes, visitors are welcome to observe the roasting and packaging process, and can sample coffees at the tasting bar before purchasing. The experience is relaxed and self-paced.

What coffee origins does Hilo Coffee Mill carry?

Hilo Coffee Mill specializes in 100% Hawaiian coffees from Ka'u, Kona, Puna, and Hamakua, all on the Big Island, and also offers a curated selection of worldwide coffees.

Does Hilo Coffee Mill sell beans to take home or ship to the mainland?

Yes, beans are available for purchase on-site, and Hilo Coffee Mill ships directly, so you can order after your visit if you'd like more.

Is there outdoor seating at Hilo Coffee Mill?

Yes, there is a lanai where visitors can relax with a cup of coffee. The property spans 24 acres and has a calm, home-like atmosphere.

Where exactly is Hilo Coffee Mill and how do I get there?

Hilo Coffee Mill is at 17-995 Volcano Rd in Mountain View, positioned between Hilo and Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island. Free parking is available on-site.

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