Green Flash Coffee

Green Flash Coffee, nestled in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, offers a cozy yet eccentric coffee experience that enchants locals and visitors alike. With a charming limited-occupancy policy, this coffee shop stands out for its personal touch, fostering an intimate environment where patrons can truly savor their beverages. The menu is a delightful blend of robust coffee options, including the signature Green Flash Espresso and Buddha's Cup 100% Kona, showcasing the richness of Hawaiian coffee culture. The unique Banana Mocha Espresso Smoothie and Haupia Latte, crafted with coconut, further celebrate local flavors. Breakfast favorites, such as the French Toast and Croque Monsieur, bring comfort and satisfaction, making it an ideal stop for a hearty meal. While the location may not boast picturesque views, the genuine warmth of the staff and the inviting atmosphere resonate with visitors. Many reviews highlight the deliciousness of the coffee and food, albeit with a note on the temporary wait for service. Patron experiences suggest that the quality of Green Flash Coffee is worth every minute spent outside under the Hawaiian sun. The shop's charm and dedication to its craft make it a must-visit destination for coffee lovers seeking a pause from the hustle and bustle of island life.

Accessibility
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
- Has outdoor seating
- Offers delivery
- On-site services available
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
Highlights
- Serves great coffee
- Has great tea selection
Popular for
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Good for solo dining
Offerings
- Serves coffee
- Serves comfort food
- Serves healthy options
- Quick bite
Dining options
- Serves breakfast
- Serves lunch
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Popular with tourists
Planning
- Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
- Accepts credit cards
- Accepts debit cards
- Accepts NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Plenty of parking

Sam Baik

May 31,2025

Love the vibe. They r not trying to be all insta worthy. Great coffee. Good service. Location isn’t anything to write home about but I don’t care much about that. They have an interesting thing where only 1 person or group at a time. Love the personal touch and homey feel. I gave it a 4.5 star but rounded up for the eccentricity and big island feel vs the Maui and Honolulu busy busy, go go go feel... Banana mocha espresso smoothie. Buddha coffee. Got a couple other but forgot the names. Check it out yall.

Whitney S.

May 15,2025

I arrived right when they opened at 7am, and there were already 4-5 people ahead of me. No problem- there are chairs and umbrellas outside to wait. As other reviews said, only one group is allowed inside at a time, which makes sense given the small interior. I got an iced latte with macadamia milk and the French toast sammie - both are delish! I read so many reviews before coming here about how the staff weren’t friendly... not what I saw at all. Both women were kind and efficient, and greeted me with a genuine smile. During the time that I was waiting, several people walked up, saw the line, and left in a huff about having to wait outside. So I wonder if some of these negative reviews are just rude and impatient people who are upset about having to wait in the beautiful Hawaiian sunshine? This isn’t Starbucks - it’s worth the wait.

Binit Banerjee

Apr 25,2025

Our airbnb was in the sea village hence this was our everyday spot for breakfast and coffee. I like their bagels/croissant with ham and cheese and oats. This was our usual. The place is usually busy from the get going. The staff is super nice and service is pretty fast. They have around 3 outdoor tables and the wait isn't super long. My usual coffee was the green flash which they told me is a custom bean. Pretty great and I do recommend it.

Marc Harrod

Apr 16,2025

Coffee fantastic! Get the Kona brew. Kinda slow and very concerned about too many people inside the building. They are always yelling, "Only 1 group inside. " Only takeaway and outside picnic tables available. No indoor seats.

Dr. MCB

Apr 9,2025

The delicious coffee makes up for the bad service. The coffee is ridiculously good. You have to wait outside (in the gorgeous sunny weather) and wait your turn outside - and the workers are kind of rushed and not that friendly - but frankly- who cares! Because the coffee and smoothies are so good. Coffee (iced) is nom nom nom.

Avila

Mar 28,2025

We walked to this coffee shop most of the days we were in town, every coffee, food, and smoothie we tried were great! One group at a time is allowed in the space (it’s small inside) and then you can sit outside to wait or to have your drinks. We’ll definitely be back!

Kyle Niezgodzki

Mar 23,2025

I find it funny that I’m not the first person to say the servers were anything but friendly... But for a small shop with two people working it, they churned out our order efficiently and made some very tasty sandwiches and coffee drinks!

marc atkinson

Mar 15,2025

Be patient. Don't bring your instant service attitude here. Plan ahead, prepare to wait 15-20 minutes for your coffee. Be nice to them----it's a small business... And they will make you a great coffee you won't forget.

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