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The Coffee Shack

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for The Coffee Shack; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Farm level
TagsThe Coffee ShackHawaii coffee roastersUSAIndependentFarm levelRoasts in-house
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The Coffee Shack operates on the Big Island of Hawaii, where it processes and roasts estate-grown coffee on-site in South Kona. The business is housed in a historic building that is nearly 100 years old and was once used for coffee production by Captain Cook Coffee. It is documented for its scenic lanai overlooking Kealakekua Bay and for serving 100% Kona coffee alongside house-made baked goods. The company maintains a long-standing reputation as a community staple for both local residents and tourists visiting the Kona coast.

Ownership
The Coffee Shack is a family-owned business currently co-owned by Jim Kerver and his daughter Kathryn Harris and her husband Glenn Harris.
Founded
1919
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
The Coffee Shack is widely recognized for its scenic lanai offering panoramic views of the Kona coast and Kealakekua Bay, as well as its house-grown 100% Kona coffee and homemade baked goods.
Sourcing countries
USA
Farm-level sourcing
The brand sources coffee grown directly on its own property in South Kona, which is marketed under the Kahauloa Estate label. They also supplement their offerings with coffee sourced from surrounding farms in the Kona region.
Notable coffees
  • — 100% Kona Coffee Medium Roast
  • — 100% Kona Coffee Dark Roast
Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-20. This company overview is not a tasting review. Original tasting reviews are labeled separately when they exist. Ownership, roasting and sourcing details are attributed to documented sources. While the restaurant has operated since 1919, it is unclear if the current coffee roasting operation has been continuous since that date or if it was established later by the current ownership.

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