A high-energy roaster in Kailua-Kona that's genuinely good for those who love creative, dessert-style coffee drinks—like the Mauna Kea or the Honey Goat—and a wide variety of local chocolates and souvenirs. It's a great stop for those arriving from the airport or those who muốn want a polished, accessible shop with a variety of merchandise. If you're looking for a quiet, slow-paced sanctuary for a long study session or a minimalist same-origin tasting, this isn't it.
Multiple reviews mention buying bags of beans and merchandise to take home as gifts.
One reviewer explicitly stated they 'drove across the island just for it'.
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We are a Kānaka Maoli owned and operated business. For us, aloha is not just a word, it’s a way of life, passed down through generations. We welcome every customer with the same warmth, respect, and hospitality we would extend to a guest in our own home. For 18 years, our amazing customers and regulars have inspired us to cultivate, roast, and serve the finest coffee to the world.
- Hours
- Monday: 7:00 AM 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 7:00 AM 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 7:00 AM 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 7:00 AM 5:00 PM
- Friday: 7:00 AM 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM 3:00 PM
- Sunday: 8:00 AM 3:00 PM
- Phone
- (808) 329-5005
- Website
- konamountaincoffee.com
- Address
- 73-4038 Hulikoa Dr #5, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA
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Visiting Kona Mountain Coffee
What are Kona Mountain Coffee's hours, including weekends?
They are open Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM—slightly shorter on weekends, so plan your Sunday visit accordingly.
Do they roast coffee on-site?
Yes, Kona Mountain Coffee roasts in small batches in-store, and visitors can often watch the process during their visit.
What coffee grades and varieties do they carry?
They carry 100% Kona coffee from their own high-elevation farm, including sought-after grades like Peaberry and select Private Reserve, each expressing the distinct flavors of the Kona region.
Can I buy beans to take home or have them shipped to the mainland?
Kona Mountain Coffee sells 100% Kona coffee in-store, including Peaberry and Private Reserve grades. For online ordering and mainland shipping, check konamountaincoffee.com.
Do they sell anything besides coffee?
Yes—they also sell handmade chocolates, including signature items like chocolate-covered Iso Peanuts, a legacy from their previous shop Kona Confections. It's a good one-stop for coffee and local sweets.
What kind of visit is this—a quiet tasting room or something more lively?
Kona Mountain Coffee is a high-energy, accessible roaster with a variety of coffee drinks, local chocolates, and merchandise. It's a popular stop near the Kailua-Kona airport corridor and suits visitors who want a fun, full-service shop rather than a minimalist tasting experience.