Vegan
Organic
Western
Take-out
Gluten-free
Breakfast
Vegan cafe serving breakfast, lunch, and desserts with a wide selection of organic coffee, tea, and herbal drinks. Breakfast items include bagels, tofu scramble, and oats. Lunch includes sandwiches and dinner plates made with jackfruit, tofu, and mock meats. Gluten free options, locally sourced and organic. Buy herbs, teas, and spices in bulk. Take out only during pandemic. Open Mon-Fri 8:00am-1:00pm. Closed Sat-Sun.
17 Reviews
First Review by EvaKoenig
chentel
Points +934
Cute cafe, small menu - Edit
It’s a cool place for different coffees and tea varieties, but if you want something to eat, the menu is quite small. It’s all organic and yummy but quite small considered the price.
Read moreAll in all good place and all vegan which is an extra full star!!😇
Pros: All vegan , Organic , Local and small business
Cons: Pricey
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Vegantrvlr
Points +424
We loved this place - Edit
Brought my friend who is not vegan. We both enjoyed our lunch, tea and casual cozy environment of this shop.
Read morePros: Great food, Large tea selection
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KimberlyNRLeslie
Points +64
Simple and Sweet - Edit
Tried the pesto toasty and a coconut mocha - yummy and so grateful to have an all vegan option at this juncture of our island travels!
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Jivaka
Points +48
Great food and vibe - Edit
Stopped for lunch and tea. Wonderful tofu scramble and side salad with mixed greens, beets, papaya and Mac nut cheese. A must stop if on the Hamakua coast.
Read morePros: Tofu scramble, Historic building, Gracious hostesses
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StaceyLWood
Points +80
Lovely - Edit
Owner is just lovely, comfy place with beautiful view to enjoy fresh health delicious food. She's so knowledgeable about the herbs and health benefits. The coffee is excellent and the papaya boat is just to good to share.
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Yo5h
Points +279
Wonderful lunch stop - Edit
Cute tea house with a huge selection of teas and a sizable lunch menu. Wished I wasn't meeting my family and could have just hung out with a book sipping tea.
Read moreI got the jackfruit plate with the gluten free bread. Bread comes on the side in s basket and the plate has some salad, avocado, main dish and a side (hummus or guacamole, I forget if there were other choices). There's a bonus lovely view of the sea from the outdoor tables. Only two parking spots tho so I parked on the side of the road in front of the dentist and walked the Kula ways down the hill.
Pros: All vegan, Tasty and beautifully presented, Gluten free options!, Sea view and very nice proprietor
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cwarrick1
Points +1647
Amazing lunch - Edit
What everyone else has said, don’t be in a hurry. This is a one woman show and well worth the wait. We shared the scrambled tofu sandwich on sourdough. Great! Awesome!! And we also shared the chik’n mushroom sandwich on sourdough (I think I ordered whole wheat, but whatever). Again knocked it out of the park. Small, but mighty!!
Read morePros: Ambience, Menu
Cons: Remote, but worth it!!
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brandeexv
Points +600
So cute - Edit
This place is adorable, the menu has a good variety. Really good breakfast sandwich!
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Jadediana
Points +2804
Incredible Cute Cafe - Edit
This has become my favorite spot to stop at when we’re on the Big Island. Very cozy and run by lovely people. My favorites are the tofu scramble sandwich along with the toasty with Pesto and Cheese. I’d also highly recommend ordering a Hot Cacao! Prices are all very reasonable, food is filling, and the tea selection is superb.
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ShiraS
Points +58
Found by chance: Loved it! - Edit
The food was fresh and delicious.
Read morePros: Fresh, Made to order, Delicious
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kissinkittens
Points +24
Delicious! - Edit
We ordered a couple of sandwiches and two drinks! The Tofu Scramble Sandwich and the Chikn' baby porto sandwiches were amazing and I loved my Cold Coconut Lemonade.
Read morePros: Awesome vegan options , Great quality ingredients , Friendly owners
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jaredl
Points +18
Organic Cafe, Relaxing Vibes, Great View - Edit
I went with a group of five (three vegan, two omnivore) - everyone enjoyed the experience. We each had a couple of the coffee/tea drinks, multiple breakfast items, and two of the bagel sandwiches. It was all excellent quality. Favorites were the papaya boat and tofu scramble bagel. Great coffee. Friendly owners. There was a relaxed pace, so don’t come in a hurry. But, while you wait, it’s fun to look at the art, herbs, spices, and teas offered. Fun games to play and a beautiful view of the ocean. Our favorite restaurant during an 8 day trip to the area
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-07-24
Updated from previous review on 2021-07-24
Updated from previous review on 2021-07-24
Pros: All vegan, Variety of drinks and eats, Organic, great taste
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RainaMahealaniDale
Points +162
Spices, Sandwiches & Sweets - Edit
The Cardinal is a great place for tasty sandwiches and mouth-watering desserts. They also have an extensive selection of bulk herbs, spices and teas. Bob & Yvonne (co-owners) are lovely sweet people and always make me feel welcomed and loved.
Read morePros: Comfortable outdoor seating , View of the ocean
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Melaz
Points +241
Yummy and satisfying - Edit
A sweet and welcoming cafe. I tried the porta sandwich, the shrimp sandwich and a cannoli
Read morePros: Affordable, Tasty, Variety
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SouthernmostVegan
Points +1854
Oh. My. God. - Edit
I can't believe how amazing their food is and how nice they were. We showed up at 1pm, not realizing they close at 1pm, and they were happy to serve us. We had a hot Dandelion "coffee" which is a tea but tastes like weak coffee, and I mean that in the best way. It was delicious.
Read moreWe also ordered 2 plates and a dessert: the Jack Tuna Plate, the Root Shrimp Plate, and the Orange Macadamia Slice. Everything was tasty. The Jack Tuna was lemony and yummy. The shrimp kinda freaked me out because the consistency was very shrimp-like (which I haven't eaten in nearly 30 years). Even the side salads were good! Can't wait to go back!
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LauraMarkham(fruitsn
Points +46
You must visit!!! - Edit
This vegan cafe, herb, tea, and spice store offers the most delicious freshly brewed teas by the owner who is an herbalist and had so much knowledge to share. They offer amazing herbs and spices in bulk, so bring your jars! Their food menu is amazing, offering local options such as vegan Macadamia nut cheese and so many sugar free, vegan, and gluten free desserts. Thank you so much!!
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EvaKoenig
Points +160
Vegan cafe with bulk teas and herbs, gifts, cute atmosphere and good prices. - Edit
Nice place to stop for a small lunch, coffee, tea, sweets, good vibes. If Emilie’s desserts are available don’t leave without one!
Read morePros: 100%vegan, A lot of local, organic products , Cheap especially for specialty coffee/tea
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