Vegan
American
Pizza
Italian
Organic
Delivery
Take-out
Gluten-free
Breakfast
Hawaiian

Plant-based cafe est. 2019. Serves breakfast wraps, smoothie bowls, and other foods like club sandwiches and salad bowls. In 2020 it added a soft a soft serve counter as well as incorporating the pizza and calzones menu by Living Harvest Pizzeria/Sourdough Nation. Open Mon-Sun 10:00am-4:00pm.


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112 Reviews

First Review by TrishHack

Parasol

Points +353

Vegan
07 Jul 2023

Good. Fine. Not great.

Bucking the trend here to say this place is fine. Good, not amazing. Maybe the hype ruined it or maybe it was the cold falafel pita plate.

Started with the garlic knots which I’d probably kill for. The tomato soup was good too. So when the main arrived and the falafel balls were hard and cold and the pita bread was cold and tough, it was ruined. Partner got the extra special avocado toast and that was tasty so I was glad she shared.

Had to ask to have our table wiped, ok, but also the meals came far apart and there was a christian element to the decor that turned me off. All in all, good not great. I’d probably go back for a triple order of the the garlic knots and try a different menu item.

Pros: GARLIC KNOTS FOREVER, GARLIC KNOTS FOREVER, Friendly, laidback staff

Cons: Not looking to find Jesus now or ever, Was there a bathroom?, Once fried but now dry and cold falafels

anfgirlkaty

Points +34

Vegan
21 May 2024

The Journey Pizza was so good I nearly cried

Haven’t had a decent pizza since I went vegan and this tasted like one of the best I’ve ever had (vegan or not). I’ll dream of this place for years to come.

AbigailLong

Points +28

Vegan
24 Apr 2024

So yummy


I got the Margherita Sourdough Pocket and it was amazing! One of the best vegan menu items I’ve had. The seasonal soup that came with it was really good as well. The cafe is really cute with indoor and outdoor seating options. I’d love to try the other menu items.

Dvenat

Points +322

Vegan
18 Apr 2024

Yummy Vegan food 😋

Everything!! Love the food ,the drinks ,service and the decorations inside are so cute!

Pros: Food, Drinks, Everything

Seitan_Nic

Points +209

Vegan
16 Apr 2024

Great vegan cafe in Kona

This place is great! Everything I’ve had on the menu is really tasty so far. Some standouts are the ube pancakes, mac n’cheese and garlic knots, journey salad and rainbow wrap

Updated from previous review on 2024-04-14

Pros: Great healthy menu, Nice, comfortable atmosphere and friendly service, All vegan

Cons: Parking nearby is a little scarce and expensive , I’ve been parking a few blocks away, Kuakini Hwy

Norcal2017

Points +389

Vegan
09 Apr 2024

Forgot my pizza

I loved this place in 2022.
Found was great but my pizza only came out after the others had eaten there good.
The cashier/waitress was overwhelmed
Consistency of the bread with humid was variable.
Won't get pizza again since more like flatbread with topics. Didn't like the BBQ flavor even though I got the classic pizza.
The salad was fine, I liked their pockets.

Pros: Food flavors

Cons: She took phone order after we had been waiting, Late arrival of food which I assume they forgot

Tommy817

Points +1257

Vegan
03 Apr 2024

Best Breakfast in Kona

The pancake and acai bowl are a must try. The fresh fruit and ube base makes both dishes irresistible!

Pros: Friendly Staff, Fast Service

Vegantrvlr

Points +330

Vegan
21 Mar 2024

Journey Cafe does not disappoint

I visit Journey Cafe every time I’m in town. Enjoyed the Jackfruit Feisty taco salad on this visit. Excellent combination of flavors

Updated from previous review on 2024-03-21

Pros: Flavorful food

KimberlyNRLeslie

Points +27

Mostly Veg
11 Mar 2024

Two Days in a Row!

So many tasty things! Mac and Cheese and garlic knots for the win, along with such joyful service and central location.

Myfannwy165

Points +208

Vegan
09 Mar 2024

Delicious Journey

100% vegan delicious food! Everything here is amazing, flavourful and fresh! I had The Journey, it was excellent and beautifully presented! I would come back here again and again. Loved it!

Updated from previous review on 2024-03-09

Pros: Delicious 100% vegan menu, Diverse options , Friendly staff

Cons: Minimal seating

kathleen_

Points +115

Vegan
04 Mar 2024

Fun vegan spot

The food presentation & taste was pretty good! It didn't feel like a balanced meal--maybe that's why, despite liking it, we didn't go back for a repeat visit. But we don't regret going & would recommend! Leave room for soft serve from next door.

Updated from previous review on 2024-03-04

Jedianne

Points +43

Vegan
29 Feb 2024

Best Vegan Food in Kona

Journey Cafe has a plentiful menu - pasta, salads, soup, pizza and more. The ingredients are fresh and any herbs or spices they use in each dish make a flavor party in your mouth. The beverages are refreshing, too. My husband loves the Mac & Cheese, while my favorite is the Rainbow Pita. The staff are friendly, helpful and always welcoming. Outdoor seating is next to an herb garden! Help the staff and bus your dishes and trash to the stand by the door. And don’t forget dessert . . . Sweet Journey is next door (part of Journey Cafe)!

Pros: Fresh ingredients, Friendly staff, Outdoor Seating

Cons: There isn’t a Journey Cafe where I live.

FOodo

Points +125

Vegan
21 Feb 2024

Amazing!

Incredible Hummus and Bread.
We got the Japanese Briose and The Journey, and they were amazing.

mern64

Points +141

Vegan
20 Feb 2024

Awesome food

My family and I went here for lunch while on vacation. The food is excellent. We the Avo and the Living Harvest. It comes with soup or hummus and bread. Everything was delicious.

Pros: All vegan , Many choices, Everything is very fresh

MiniFantini

Points +130

Vegan
16 Feb 2024

Great plant based cafe, best breakfast ever!

We went there a couple days in a row because the food was so good and we wanted to try so many different things!
The pancake was a “healthy” choice but it doesn’t feel like you’re missing out, it was extremely tasty. We could chose between a side of home made hummus or tomato bisque and both were absolutely fantastic.
The staff is extremely sweet and they even serve killer vegan ice cream next door. Will absolutely come back, when on big island! 🥰

lovevegetarian

Points +15

Vegetarian
29 Dec 2023

Great vegan food in the island

Perfect place for vegans! avo and smoothies and hummus was just perfect #Veganuary

Pros: Taste, Vegan, Quality of service

lanvari

Points +24

Vegan
28 Dec 2023

Incredible food. Best on the Big Island

Absolutely delicious food. One point ambience, super friendly staff. Seriously, we’ve been visiting the Island for two weeks and we’ve been all over. Hilo and back. This is hands down the best food we’ve e had here and honestly comes really close to the best food we’ve ever had. The journey salad was SO good, I’m contemplating ordering another for dinner AND coming back tomorrow. The kids loved the Mac and Cheese and the pizza (with modifications to make it more kid friendly). Only down side is it closes at 4pm. Highly recommend.

Pros: Food, Ambience , Friendly staff

Cons: It closes at 4pm

immallama

Points +277

Vegan
26 Dec 2023

6 Star Service

Everyone was very nice and the food was incredible. A must go to!

Kuching123

Points +74

Vegetarian
16 Dec 2023

Excellent Taste, good atmosphere

Lovely spot, great escape both atmosphere and food wise! Staff are very friendly

ccbreezy18

Points +134

Vegan
16 Nov 2023

Delicious and Filling

We started off with the garlic knots which were just okay but everything else was delicious. We ordered the breakfast toast, rainbow pita and the Mac n Cheese. It was all very delicious. Even our picky kiddo thought it was yummy.

LizGriffin

Points +63

Vegan
13 Nov 2023

Good Vegan Food

Food is very good. Lots of options to cater to most tastes. Very expensive though.

Pros: Good Food, Nice Atmosphere

Cons: Expensive

cwarrick1

Points +1527

Vegan
09 Nov 2023

Great lunch

We really enjoyed our lunch, but not the parking. As usual anything downtown it’s tough to get reasonable parking. I would try behind sams hideaway.
Now on to lunch. We loved the pizza, interesting and yummy flavor, not super big. We added to our order some of the garlic knots and they were piping hot and tasty. We also received some toast and amazing hummus. Would definitely come back!!

Pros: 100% plant based, Great menu, Very friendly staff

Cons: Parking $$$

jhaggh

Points +28

Vegan
14 Oct 2023

Good place for vegans!

Very good healthy food, good flavors.

Pros: Very fresh and tasty!

Cons: Somewhat expensive

LittleVegan_

Points +635

Vegan
06 Oct 2023

Amazing pizza!

My partner and I ordered their pizza and it was honestly the best vegan pizza I ever had. The jackfruit was amazing on the pizza. Highly recommend. The only thing is the pizza was really expensive for the size.

My future sister in law ordered the avo toast which she really enjoyed!

Cons: Expensive

hailseitan9

Points +253

Vegan
15 Sep 2023

Great place, yummy food

A lot of good options here. Food is quite tasty. Portions are pretty small, but this is currently 1 of the only 2 full vegan places in big island so 5 stars!! Plus you can get dessert right next door😄

yiradati

Points +212

Vegan
01 Sep 2023

Really good food

Really tasty food and amazing soft serve ice-cream with plenty of toppings.

Pros: Great soft serve ice-cream , Tasty food

Cons: Closes early

amc124

Points +101

Vegan
23 Aug 2023

Better than expected

For the price, eclectic menu, and location, I wasn't expecting too much. But everything we tried was really tasty. Even things that are very easy to make just decent (bbq jackfruit) exceeded expectations.




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