The Locavore Store is a charming and welcoming shop that offers a variety of local products, produce, and meats from the Island. Customers appreciate the high quality and freshness of items like Okinawa sweet potatoes, Waipi'o poi, and local meats such as ground beef, brisket, and beef bones. The store also sells exotic meats like venison and shrimp, making it a unique shopping destination. While some items are priced higher, the friendly and knowledgeable staff, including employees like Isaiah and Angus, make the experience enjoyable and worth it. The store is known for its great produce, perfect for picnics or souvenirs, and has a good selection of local vendors. Customers value the high quality, local focus, and helpful service, although they should be aware of credit card surcharges. Overall, The Locavore Store is a favorite spot in Hilo for fresh, local, and specialty foods.
Staff were welcoming right as we walked in. The store is very clean and organized. Produce and other goods were high quality. You can also purchase local art and goods- which we ended up doing. We also received very good advice about the local farmers markets from the staff. Would recommend shopping here, Mahalo!
June 2026
Top of the line locally grown produce and gifts. Store is always clean, organized and staff os super friendly. If you have da bux you can get 50% off produce which is an increible score. They have weekly fresh poi and baked goods from delicious bakeries around the island.
April 2026
This is the highest quality, locally sourced produce I’ve ever seen at a store.
It’s inspiring to see a business that uplifts local farmers while nourishing customers with delicious, healthy food.
Mahalo 🙏🏾💚 So grateful to have the Locavore Store in Hilo.
