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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115 Reviews

First Review by TrishHack

mouser

Points +20

Vegan
21 Oct 2022

Peaceful stop

Amazing tomato soup and sourdough pocket full of flavor. Very chill and welcoming.

Pros: Everything was delicious

Cons: On the expensive side

EZsancheezie

Points +39

Mostly Veg
09 Oct 2022

Feeling the "Ohana" with delicious food💝

A great place to eat FRESH food in downtown Kona. Plus, the dessert shop next door, a winning combination!

Pros: Great service, Wide variety of drinks & food, Beautiful presentation

irenegobruins

Points +57

Vegan
01 Aug 2022

Excellent place

This was a highlight of our stay on the Big Island. Great location. I had the falafel pita which was excellent. The male staff member helped by making suggestions that were on point. This place just became a must if we return.

Pros: Lots of unique options, Flavorful taste, Super friendly staff

Cons: Pricey

djsienne

Points +113

Vegan
26 Jul 2022

Delicious food but execution is inconsistent

This is my favorite spot on the big island for vegan food. My favorite dishes are the baked lava pasta and the journey pizza. They also have the best seasoned jackfruit i have ever had. However I have noticed that the food tastes a bit different each time I go. I don't mind it because it adds some variety and the element of surprise lol, but when I used to come here the portions were large, and the last time I went they were significantly smaller. Either way this is a must try spot for vegans on the big island

Pros: Everything is vegan and delicious, Their homemade vegan cheese, There is vegan ice cream next door

Cons: Inconsistent

AshleaRae

Points +197

Vegan
18 Jul 2022

A must eat for vegans in Kona

The menu has just about every food I would ever want, it’s hard not to order it all at once! I ordered the collard green wrap with falafel, because falafel is a favorite food of mine, with the pasta salad and coleslaw side, $22 total. The sides were both very tasty, but I preferred the pasta salad. The wrap was huge, big enough for two people or one if you’re very, very hungry. Tasted phenomenal. I can’t wait to go back for another meal and try something else!!

Pros: All vegan, Helpful friendly staff, Worth every penny

Cons: Expensive, however big portions

splashofwild

Points +58

Vegan
30 Jun 2022

All vegan

This was the first vegan place we tried in Kona. The avocado flatbread didn't wow us, but the mac and cheese was so good! We only ate here once. There was just too much jackfruit on the menu, and my body doesn't react well to it, unfortunately.

Pros: Inventive

Cons: So much jackfruit

Jess828

Points +43

Vegan
28 Jun 2022

Amazing vegan food

We loved everything we tried: avocado flatbread, lava pasta, Mac n cheese, and more!

Pros: Amazing flavor, Lots of choices

Cons: Small portions, Pricey

SouthernmostVegan

Points +1631

Vegan
17 Jun 2022

Fantastic food

Since my first visit during the Covid-19 pandemic, I am a changed woman. Quality and quantity are amazing. We ordered a flat bread pizza, tacos, felafel pita, doria, and jackfruit pockets. Everything was great. Tastes healthy and decadent at the same time.

Updated from previous review on 2020-12-27

LindseyBisch

Points +91

Vegan
05 Jun 2022

Cute place, friendly staff and yummy food!

Caesar salad, hibiscus tea, falafel pita, and jackfruit pocket. Yum! Cute shop as well.

Pros: Cute cafe, Yummy food, Kind people

Cons: Bit expensive , Far bathroom , Small place

LoriWard

Points +29

Vegan
04 Jun 2022

Delicious!

This cafe is amazing. You can’t go wrong with any of their dishes! We especially loved the eggplant collard wrap, the bbq hibiscus pocket, the lava pasta & mac & cheese. Yum!!!

GinaLeeShansey

Points +62

Vegan
30 May 2022

Wow this place is amazing!

The food is so creative, innovating and delish!! We had the smoky mushroom and eggplant artisan sourdough pocket and the charred jackfruit Japanese Doria over turmeric rice dish with with delicious macadamia nut mozzarella sauce and garlic knots with an Alfredo dipping sauce. We also tried their soft serve and it amazing. Going in to order a hot fudge Sunday now 🤩 this place is adorable, good vibes, sweet staff and some of the best vegan food we’ve had 🌱💚

Pros: 100% vegan, Lovely spot and reggae music, Incredible delicious food

shirrupmaple

Points +69

Vegan
23 May 2022

Soooo gooodddd

Can't go wrong with anything on the menu!!! So so delish, wish I had a Journey Cafe back home

MadiKilkenny

Points +91

Vegan
16 May 2022

AMAZING

Best vegan restaurant on the big island! Seriously so good, we came back like every other day on our vacation. Have to get the mac n cheese its to die for.

Pros: Lots of vegan options, Everything is delicious , Great atmosphere

Cons: None

angelaeats

Points +102

Vegan
15 May 2022

Love, love, love!!!

Favorite vegan joint in Kona, delicious food and wonderful ambiance. Best part is the vegan ice cream attached to this cafe!! I’m an ice cream fanatic and I couldn’t tell the difference from normal soft serve ice cream.

Pros: All vegan , Plenty options , Ice cream

salvaged.crop

Points +59

Vegan
07 May 2022

Why go anywhere else?

This place is off the block, and off the charts so delicious. Had the smoked jackfruit Japanese Doria and the smoked eggplant doria and the avo flatbread. I wish I had this everywhere. You can tell they care.

Pros: All vegan , Good price, Savory and happy food

livelyshrub

Points +132

Vegan
07 May 2022

O. My. Lord.

Tried the Japanese Doria with jackfruit. Amazing. Tried the avocado pizza. Amazing. I wish I had a place like this in my hometown. Incredible food and seasonings.

swt7angel9

Points +104

Vegan
28 Apr 2022

Amazing food!

We had the falafel salad and the Mac n cheese and it was the best vegan food. Great flavors and good portions.

ameuleners

Points +234

Vegan
25 Apr 2022

So Amazingly good!!

We had the Japanese Doria, Mac and cheese and the kale salad! All so amazing!

Pros: All vegan , Cute place , Friendly staff

Cons: Expensive , No shade, Gross bathrooms

the.LAVegan.today

Points +53

Vegan
19 Apr 2022

All Vegan!

It is so nice to have a full vegan restaurant with a nice atmosphere in Kailua-Kona! The dishes are creative and full of flavor. Bonus - there is vegan soft serve and pastries in their adjoining store!

Pros: All Vegan Menu, Nice Location right in town , Indoor and outdoor seating

Cons: Not open for breakfast, Parking can be a challenge

BennyJ

Points +57

Vegan
15 Apr 2022

Yummy!

Good food. Good service. Filling. Will be back! Dessert is next door😊

Pros: Quick service

Cons: Expensive but well worth it

Laurenhhkim

Points +40

Mostly Veg
24 Mar 2022

Delicious vegan food

Went last night- all the food was delicious! I had the falafel wrap- a little skimpy on the falafel (wasn’t round- just a small disc) but the flavor was good and the veggies on top including pickled onions made it all come together. My daughter had the mushroom doria- a delicious little casserole with macadamia cheese on top. She really enjoyed it! My husband had what was called a mushroom sourdough pocket- like a big calzone with creamy sauce inside. It was excellent. We also had the garlic toast- crunchy goodness! Would highly recommend this place.

DianeH

Points +1057

Vegan
21 Mar 2022

Lovely Vegan Gem

This place was just a couple blocks from my hotel and it was such a treat to sit outside and enjoy some yummy vegan tacos. Also… The adjacent ice cream place was a must!

cheyanneholliday

Points +132

Vegan
16 Feb 2022

Literally so good

Fantastic vibe. Loved the artwork. Food is excellent. One of the best Mac n cheeses I've ever had in my life. Going back for dinner tonight lol

TawnyConnerCleveland

Points +371

Vegan
30 Jan 2022

Delicious happiness!!!

Wish I could eat more!!! We had fries made of zucchini and eggplant Pablo coated with delicious sauce for dipping and shared a journey pizza! If you have room, there are sweet treats next door also vegan

clh1313

Points +146

Vegan
20 Jan 2022

Yummy!

This place does creative tasty dishes with local products. The gyro and pocket were very good. The incorporation of local mushrooms in both dishes really added flavor and texture to the dish. Icecream place next door is also vegan. #Veganuary

Pros: Creative, Local

LorettaTiu

Points +79

Vegetarian
23 Dec 2021

True vegan

Tried this place twice in one day while vacationing in Kona Hawaii. Thank you Happy Cow for the recommendation. The food is superb!

Pros: True vegan

Cons: Small dining area

JFlem

Points +54

Vegan
21 Nov 2021

We Are Not in the Midwest Anymore!

Eclectic environment and exceptional food. The Journey Salad was omni and vegan approved, and the Mushroom Doris and falafel side were both 👍🏻👍🏻.

Updated from previous review on 2021-11-21

Pros: Only vegan, Next to a vegan ice cream shoppe!!




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