Island X Hawaii

"This was such a cool little place! We were on our way back driving from The Dole Plantation (aka tourist trap) and stumbled upon a sign leading to this store. As we were looking around, Reba approached us and asked if we wanted a tour of the coffee and chocolate estate. We saw staff sorting beans and washing beans, the holding containers, press containers, etc. Not knowing what we were going to see, it was very authentic and Reba told us everything there is to know of the coffee and chocolate process and history. This was the real deal. We were even offered various samples of coffees and chocolate! This is definitely a must see! Reba even recommended a few local places to see and eat and they were delicious! I'm so glad we stopped. You will find lots of souvenirs, coffee, chocolate, novelty items and more. There are also other locally owned and operated shops in that same area. They do have shaved ice here and I hear it is the best around. We didn't have any only because we had coffee and chocolate samples from our tour. Shop local!"

"There is a place for kids to play while you shop and take the tour for the coffee and its process. Everyone is nice here :)"

"This place is spectacular. First, it is set up in an Old Sugar Mill ( in addition to other surrounding businesses) but has a quirky tourist appeal with Hawaiian items. It is impressive that Wailua Coffee is grown, and hulled next door. They buy it and you can see them roasting it in a big machine set up art the front of the store. * Sidenote- this process does not smell as good as coffee being brewed. I get espresso here and enjoy them. My favorite is the shave ice- their natural pineapple is the best shave ice on Oahu and I have been to ALL the shave ice stores- the natural dragon fruit and banana are choice as well. Bill, the owner is often around and give you the run down himself if approached, very cool guy. I go at least once a week for espresso /shave ice; sometimes two. Aloha and Adios"

"Have visited many times. If I'm in the area and have time always stop in for some fresh coffee. Nice place to hang out and visit with tourists and locals. Extremely laid back and local. Gotta see for yourself. I have taken the tour of the coffe and cocoa trees and production. They make their own chocolate, really, chocolate!!! Had no idea. Loved it. Planning on taking my family there next week. They are visiting from the mainland. Oh, and they also have some nice locally made jellies, soaps, peanut butter, etc..."

"One of my favorite stops on Oahu. Great local coffee that we enjoyed for the rest of the week as well as many Hawaiian made goods. Took a short tour to learn about the coffee/cacao processing they do. Have fun deciding which is better - washed or natural processed coffee - as both were available to sample. This is the only place I've ever seen roasted cocoa beans being sold - so, so wonderful for a chocolate snack without the sugar - and you can order them online!"