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Puna Chocolate Company & Cafe
Growing their own cacao in Pahoa since 2013, they keep the full bean-to-bar path on-island — 100% Hawaii-grown, Hilo café to Kona shop. Farm tours at Kainaliu Hale take you into the orchards where the flavor actually begins.
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- Island
- Big IslandHawaiian Chocolate on the Big Island
- Category
- Cafe, Shop, Farm tour
- Tours
- Available
- Tastings
- Included with some tours
- Products
- Peppermint Paradise Dark Chocolate Bar, Berry Merry Cranberry Dark Chocolate, Grand Marnier Truffle Bar +2 more
- Cacao
- Hawaii-grown focus
Last reviewed by ChocoMaps on Dec 21, 2025
Tours available
Tours at Puna Chocolate Company & Cafe
Farm tours available at Kainaliu Hale Cocoa & Chocolate Farm
Who it suits
Best for
Farm and factory tours
Visitors who want a guided look at cacao, chocolate making, or both.
Chocolate tasting
Travelers comparing bars, origins, or tasting-room experiences.
Hawaii-grown cacao
People looking for local cacao, estate chocolate, or bean-to-bar makers.
Gift shopping
Picking up bars, boxes, cacao products, or chocolate souvenirs.
Single-origin bars
Chocolate fans who care about farm, island, and origin specificity.
On site
Highlights and products
- Products
- Peppermint Paradise Dark Chocolate Bar
- Berry Merry Cranberry Dark Chocolate
- Grand Marnier Truffle Bar
- Vanilla Marshmallows in Dark Chocolate with Peppermint
- Single Estate Chocolate
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Frequently asked questions
What are Puna Chocolate Company's hours?
The Hilo café is typically open 7am–10pm and the Kona location 8am–10pm, while the Kainaliu Theatery Restaurant runs Wednesday–Sunday 4–9pm. Check their website for current hours before visiting.
Where are Puna Chocolate's farm tours held?
Farm tours are offered at Kainaliu Hale Cocoa & Chocolate Farm on the Kona side, walking through orchards where their cacao is grown. The company also has cacao acreage in Pahoa on the east side.
Is Puna Chocolate made from Hawaii-grown cacao?
Yes. Puna Chocolate Company works with 100% Hawaii-grown cacao from their Big Island farms, producing bean-to-bar chocolate on-island.
What kinds of chocolate does Puna Chocolate make?
Their lineup includes single-estate bars and flavored options like Peppermint Paradise Dark Chocolate, Berry Merry Cranberry, Grand Marnier Truffle Bar, and vanilla marshmallows enrobed in dark chocolate. Selection varies by season and location.
Can I buy Puna Chocolate online if I can't visit?
Yes, they run an online chocolate shop in addition to their café and farm locations. That makes it easy to reorder favorites after your trip.
Which Puna Chocolate location should I visit?
The Hilo and Kona cafés are best for a quick stop with chocolate and drinks, the Kainaliu Theatery Restaurant works for an evening meal, and Kainaliu Hale is the spot for a farm tour. Pick based on whether you want café, dining, or farm experience.
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