Vibe Cafe
A vibrant vegetarian cafe in Hilo, Hawaii, offering a unique menu, charming floral decor, and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
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Vibe Cafe
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A vibrant vegetarian cafe in Hilo, Hawaii, offering a unique menu, charming floral decor, and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
"Vibe Cafe is the best place to go for vegans (or vegetarians) with a magical vibe and delicious food!"
Beat the Crowds
Visit during off-peak hours to enjoy a more relaxed experience as it can get busy during peak meal times.
Portion Sizes
Consider sharing dishes, as some reviewers found portions to be on the smaller side for the price.
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Cuisine
Vegetarian/Vegan Cafe
Price
Mid-range
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Charming Floral Ambiance
Step into a vibrant oasis adorned with pink floral walls and lush tropical plants. The aesthetic is as delightful as the food!
Unique Vegan Delights
Indulge in creative vegan dishes like acai bowls with almond butter and vibrant pink waffles, perfect for a colorful meal.
The Famous Pastrami Sandwich
Savor the specialty pastrami sandwich, praised as a must-try item with delicious flavor and fresh ingredients.
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Beat the Crowds
Visit during off-peak hours to enjoy a more relaxed experience as it can get busy during peak meal times.
Portion Sizes
Consider sharing dishes, as some reviewers found portions to be on the smaller side for the price.
Dietary Options
Check for menu updates if you have specific dietary needs; many vegetarian options can be made vegan.
Order and Sit System
Order at the counter first, then find a seat. You may need to tip when ordering.
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Beat the Crowds
Visit during off-peak hours to enjoy a more relaxed experience as it can get busy during peak meal times.
Portion Sizes
Consider sharing dishes, as some reviewers found portions to be on the smaller side for the price.
Dietary Options
Check for menu updates if you have specific dietary needs; many vegetarian options can be made vegan.
Order and Sit System
Order at the counter first, then find a seat. You may need to tip when ordering.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Vibe Cafe is celebrated for its incredibly charming and 'vibey' atmosphere, often described as a tropical oasis, and its creative vegetarian and vegan menu options. Diners rave about unique dishes, flavorful coffee, and friendly staff. However, some find the portion sizes small for the price and certain dishes, like the Gravlax, can be underwhelming.
"The food was amazing and so were the staff!! We felt very welcome, their coffee drinks were perfectly made and so was the food, some of the best nachos I’ve had! Pastrami sandwich came as advertised, defiantly their specialty!! How about a pink waffle for the little princess in your life too!"
Erin Sesak
"Vibe Cafe is one of those places that just puts you at ease the moment you step in. The food had great flavor—fresh and well made—but I did feel like the portions were a bit small for what you pay. That said, the drinks were solid, and the vibe really made it all come together.
It’s the kind of spot where you can talk story with friends or get focused on a project without distractions. The setting is peaceful and beautifully designed, and the staff were genuinely kind. I appreciate places that create space for people to slow down and feel welcome—this is definitely one of them.
If you're looking for somewhere calm, uplifting, and people-centered, I'd say give Vibe a try."
Juanita Revell Perez
"Amazing place! Great local feel, delicious food, and super friendly staff. This was our favorite cafe we stopped at during our whole trip in Hawaii. Their menu is unique, everything was super fresh and just a great place to hangout. One of the workers even helped us come up with an itinerary for the rest of our vacation and she had some awesome recommendations. Definitely don't miss this place!"
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Frequently Asked Questions
Vibe Cafe is primarily vegetarian with many vegan options clearly marked on the menu. Some vegetarian items can be made vegan upon request.
The specialty Pastrami Sandwich and unique vegan options like the acai bowls and pink waffles are highly recommended. Many also enjoy their coffee drinks and nachos.
Absolutely! The cafe is known for its 'Instagrammable' aesthetic, featuring pink floral walls, tropical plants, and colorful dishes.
The atmosphere is described as peaceful, beautifully designed, and relaxing, with a 'good vibes only' feel, making it a great spot to unwind or catch up with friends.
Yes, Vibe Cafe serves an all-day breakfast menu, featuring items like acai bowls, avocado toast, and breakfast sandwiches.
Vibe Cafe is located in Hilo, Hawaii, conveniently situated just a short drive from the Hilo Airport.
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Vibe is a vegetarian cafe that is open daily and serves breakfast until 3 pm. The restaurant’s breakfast menu includes vegan breakfast toast, which is cashew cheese, tofu scramble, plant-based chorizo, fakin’ bakin’, and microgreens on rustic sourdough bread, and a superfood acai bowl, which is a mix of vegan acai sorbet, granola, seasonal fruit, almond butter, cacao nibs, hemp seeds, bee pollen, shredded coconut, and coconut condensed milk.
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Another Hilo-based restaurant that offers lots of vegan and some vegetarian options (watch out for cheese!). The menu is quite clear: all vegan things are marked “Vegan” (obviously ?), and most of the few vegetarian options can be made vegan upon request. Breakfast is served until 3 pm: avocado (and other types of) toast, breakfast sandwich, acai bowls.
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Not only is the cafe very instagrammable (something that never hurts when I am looking for places to eat!), but the entire menu is vegetarian or vegan. I was super excited to try the Loco Moco here. This is a traditional Hawaiian dish that consists of a burger patty, a fried egg and gravy on a bed of rice.
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Actually it’s the only vegan loco moco in the Aloha State, as far we know. And what better place to have loco moco than in Hilo where the famous Hawaiian post-surf dish was invented!. (At Cafe 100 a stone’s throw away, though they don’t have a vegan option at the moment).
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It’s a plant-based hipster spot with lite house music and bright colors. They also sell locally crafted items in the back including crystals, shirts/garments, and jewelry. This is the perfect spot to sit for an hour, drink some lavender coffee (I recommend!), and unwind.
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Vibe isn’t totally plant based, as they do have dairy on their menu, but they have plenty of plant based items to choose from. They also have a killer Beet Latte that I swoon over every time I’m there. If you order any of their lattes, be sure to ask for non-dairy milk.
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Vibe Cafe is the best place to go for vegans (or vegetarians). Everything on the menu is vegan. They offer breakfast all day, salads, sandwiches, pizza, and more.
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