Laniakea Cafe interior with warm lighting and elegant decor
Hilo · Est. 2019

Sip the
Island Soul

Where Hawaiian warmth meets craft hospitality — artisan coffee, bold cocktails, and flavors rooted in the Big Island.

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Barista crafting a pour-over coffee at Laniakea Cafe

5+

Years serving Hilo

Our Story

Born from the spirit of
aloha

Laniakea Cafe began with a simple conviction: that a café should be more than a place to grab coffee. It should be a gathering place — where the rhythm of Hilo slows just enough for you to notice the details.

Named after the Hawaiian word for the vast expanse of sky, our space reflects that same openness. By day, we pour single-origin coffees from Hawaiian farms. By night, our bar transforms into a destination for craft cocktails rooted in local spirits and tropical flavors. Every dish, every drink, every interaction is guided by the spirit of aloha.

Local Hawaiian beans
Craft cocktail program
Island-sourced ingredients
Intimate, welcoming space
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Find your way to
the table

2350 Kekuanaoa St

Hilo, HI 96720

Hours

Monday – Thursday 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday – Saturday 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
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