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The Coffee Shack exterior with an ALOHA awning, lattice wall, wooden bench, and tall trees.
Covered open-air patio with round tables, metal chairs, a tiled floor, and an ocean view.
Two toasted sandwich halves and seasoned potato pieces sit on a white plate with a blue pattern.
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Coffee Farm

The Coffee Shack

This is the ultimate 'million-dollar view' breakfast spot on the Big Island, where the house-made onion dill bread and lilikoi cheesecake are just as impressive as the panoramic ocean vistas.

Honaunau-Napoopoo, Big Island Google 4.7 (2,257 ratings)

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The verdict

Field notes

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This is the ultimate 'million-dollar view' breakfast spot on the Big Island, where the house-made onion dill bread and lilikoi cheesecake are just as impressive as the panoramic ocean vistas. It's a high-reward payoff for those willing to brave the tricky parking and a 30-minute wait for a table. If you're looking for a quiet, low-stress morning or a quick, seamless stop, this isn't the fit for you today—head to a neighborhood cafe instead.
KopeMaps, field notes
Where it is
perched on a cliff edge overlooking the Kona coast
What's unique
house-made onion dill bread and lilikoi cheesecake with panoramic ocean views
When to go
before 8am to beat the 30-minute wait

Plan the stop

What you can do here

Drink
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Tour
No listed tour

Who it suits

Best for

  1. Insta moment

    Reviews repeatedly highlight the 'million-dollar view' and 'breathtaking' ocean vistas, perfect for photogenic outings.

  2. Purposeful outing

    Visitors describe it as a 'must stop' and a 'bucket list' item, often driving specifically for it.

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The facts

Size
Smalltiny 12-13 table restaurant
Wait
Long line
Setting
Roadside
Parking
Free parking
Outdoor seating
Yes
Kid-friendly
No
Good for groups
No

In their words

The story

The Coffee Shack is a family owned local restaurant with a panoramic view of 26 miles of the Kona coast, overlooking Kealakekua Bay. Our scenic lanai offers an fantastic view of Kealakekua Bay, where the famous explorer Captain James Cook first arrived in Hawaii. We are perched high on the mountain slope overlooking the lush mountainside of fully producing 85 year old coffee trees. The Coffee Shack is OPEN, daily from 7am until 3:30pm, (closed on Wednesday), proudly serving 100% Kona coffee, homemade bread, & pastries, and 100% Aloha! The Coffee Shack restaurant has become an internationally recognized favorite spot for many locals and tourists. The Coffee Shack is located on 2 ½ acres in South Kona and also has 1 ¼ acres of Kona coffee trees.

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100% Kona

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Photos

Covered open-air patio with round tables, metal chairs, a tiled floor, and an ocean view.
Two toasted sandwich halves and seasoned potato pieces sit on a white plate with a blue pattern.
The Coffee Shack exterior with an ALOHA awning, lattice wall, wooden bench, and tall trees.
Two round cakes and a pie sit on a wooden porch table, with a flower vase and trees beyond a white railing.
A plate of rice, yellow sauce over rounds, and pineapple sits by a Coffee Shack mug and an ocean window.
A blue floral plate holds folded eggs in yellow sauce, roasted potato chunks, and sliced green vegetables.
Ocean view over a green coastal plain, with tropical trees and red flowers in the foreground.
People sit at wooden tables on a covered porch beside a white railing, with dense tropical trees beyond.
Weathered wooden building with a metal roof and The Coffee Shack sign, orange flowers in front, and ocean beyond green fields.
Blue wooden building with an ocean-life mural and a sign that reads The Coffee Shack.
Covered porch with lattice, string lights, a wood table, and metal chairs facing the ocean and hills.
A weathered white sign reading THE COFFEE SHACK, painted with coffee branches, hangs on a white lattice wall.

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Common questions

Visiting The Coffee Shack

What are The Coffee Shack's hours?

The Coffee Shack is open from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. It is closed on Wednesdays.

What is The Coffee Shack known for?

The Coffee Shack is best known for its sweeping panoramic ocean views and standout menu items like house-made onion dill bread and lilikoi cheesecake. It's considered a high-reward breakfast destination on the Big Island's South Kona coast.

Should I expect a wait at The Coffee Shack?

Yes, waits of around 30 minutes for a table are common. Arriving early in the morning typically gives you the best chance at a shorter wait.

Is there outdoor seating at The Coffee Shack?

Yes, The Coffee Shack has outdoor seating, which is where the panoramic ocean views can be enjoyed.

Is parking easy at The Coffee Shack?

Parking is free but can be tricky—allow extra time and patience when arriving. The location along Mamalahoa Highway means roadside space is limited.

Where exactly is The Coffee Shack located?

The Coffee Shack is at 83-5799 Mamalahoa Hwy in the Honaunau-Napoopoo area on the Big Island, along the South Kona coast. It sits at elevation with views down to the ocean.

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