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Beige coffee shop with a metal roof, porch tables, red doors, and an ocean view under a blue sky.
Cafe service counter with a chalkboard drink menu, pastry case, and refrigerated display.
Two poached eggs in yellow sauce with green garnish and tomato sit on toasted rounds beside diced potatoes.
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Menehune Coffee Company

A bright, airy farm cafe in South Kona that's perfect for an early bird's breakfast—they open at 6am and the pork breakfast burritos and biscuits and gravy are genuinely great.

Captain Cook, Big Island Google 4.5 (558 ratings)

Buy beansShips direct
Visit / taste
Hours listed
Buy beans
Whole bean + groundships direct
Farm visit
No listed tourbooking link
Coffee source
Origin not verified
Character
Hidden gem
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The verdict

Field notes

Hidden gem Chill Locals + tourists

A bright, airy farm cafe in South Kona that's perfect for an early bird's breakfast—they open at 6am and the pork breakfast burritos and biscuits and gravy are genuinely great. It's a peaceful alternative to the crowded spots further up the road, making it a great stop on the way to South Point or Pu'uhonua O Honaunau. If you're looking for a high-end specialty coffee experience with a wide range of pour-over options, you'll find the menu more traditional than technical; head to a boutique roaster instead.
KopeMaps, field notes
Which one is this?
the peaceful farm location — far less bustling than the Kailua-Kona branch
Where it is
one mile south of the crowded Coffee Shack
What's unique
pork breakfast burritos and biscuits and gravy
When to go
6am early bird breakfast

Plan the stop

What you can do here

Drink
Confirm tasting access
Buy
Whole bean + ground
Tour
No listed tour

Who it suits

Best for

  1. Morning ritual

    Opens at 6am, attracting early birds and locals who stop in 'multiple times a week'.

  2. Quick grab

    Ideal for those needing a 'quick bite to go' on the way to South Point or Pu'uhonua.

  3. Purposeful outing

    A 'hidden gem' farm cafe that visitors drive to specifically for 'amazing' pork breakfast burritos.

  4. Bean shopping

    A Hawaiian-owned coffee farm that offers 'online mail order' and beans sold in local groceries.

Receipt

The facts

Size
Spaciousbright, airy cafe with plenty of indoor seating
Wait
Long line
Setting
Roadside
Parking
Free parking
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor seating
Yes
Pets welcome
Yes
Good for groups
Yes

Same brand

The other Menehune Coffee Companys

Not every branch is the same. Pick the one that fits the day.

Brand page

Menehune Coffee Company

Location 01 · Visitor classic Kailua-Kona, Big Island

the bustling tourist hub — pick this over the chill Captain Cook farm cafe

Brand page

In their words

The story

High on the volcanic slopes of Mauna Loa, where ancient Hawaiian legends speak of the industrious Menehune working under moonlight, our story begins. We’re not just named after these mythical craftsmen – we embody their spirit of dedication, quality, and tireless work. As a veteran-owned business, we brought the same discipline and attention to detail from military service to coffee farming. Every morning at dawn, we tend to our coffee trees with the precision of a mission and the heart of aloha. Unlike many coffee companies that source from multiple farms, we ARE the farm. When you order Menehune Coffee, you’re getting beans that handpicked on our slopes, processed in our mill within hours of harvest, and roasted in small batches just for you. We control every step because your perfect cup depends on it.

Certified
100% Kona

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Photos

Cafe service counter with a chalkboard drink menu, pastry case, and refrigerated display.
Two poached eggs in yellow sauce with green garnish and tomato sit on toasted rounds beside diced potatoes.
Beige coffee shop with a metal roof, porch tables, red doors, and an ocean view under a blue sky.
A framed chalkboard drink menu hangs above a cafe service counter with two to-go cups in front.
A clear cup of layered tan drink with whipped cream, dark drizzle, and a white straw on a wood table.
Two iced drinks in lidded plastic cups with Menehune Coffee sleeves rest on a wooden counter.
Fried fish, fries, slaw, sauce, and lemon on a white plate, with a seated person in a blue printed shirt behind it.
A black Menehune Coffee bag labeled 100% Kona whole bean sits on roasted coffee beans.
A white plate holds a folded yellow egg, toast, and vegetable rice, with fried food and fries on a second plate.
Paper cup of coffee with a white fern in the foam sits on a dark counter beside a metal pitcher and espresso machine.
Ripe yellow bananas hang in a dense bunch from a green stalk beside a gray wall and dark red leaves.
A white plate holds a rice mound, a browned patty, and brown gravy under a tall stack of crispy rings.

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Common questions

Visiting Menehune Coffee Company

What are Menehune Coffee Company's hours?

Menehune Coffee Company in Captain Cook is open every day of the week from 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM, including weekends.

Does Menehune Coffee offer farm tours?

Yes, farm tours are available where visitors can see where the coffee grows and taste the difference of beans picked fresh from the farm. Visit menehunecoffee.com for tour details and availability.

Is all of Menehune's coffee grown and roasted on-site?

Yes—Menehune Coffee Company grows 100% Kona coffee on over 200 acres along the slopes of Mauna Loa, then hand-harvests, roasts, and packages the beans right on their Kona farms. This seed-to-cup process happens entirely in-house.

Can I buy Menehune Coffee beans to take home or ship to the mainland?

Yes, Menehune Coffee sells beans at their Captain Cook and Kailua-Kona café locations and ships directly to the mainland. Orders can also be placed through their website at menehunecoffee.com.

Does Menehune Coffee serve food, and is it a good breakfast stop?

Yes, the café serves locally inspired breakfast and lunch, including pork breakfast burritos and biscuits and gravy. With a 6:00 AM opening, it's one of the earlier breakfast options in South Kona.

Is parking free, and are dogs welcome at Menehune Coffee?

Yes to both—free parking is available at the Captain Cook location, and the café is pet-friendly with outdoor seating.

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