Kona Coast Shopping Center — Local services in Hawaii

Unfortunately, a lot of store fronts are empty. I used to love Don's Pake and the Baja Grill not to mention Marshalls! So long ago... now KTA is very lacking; no made-to-order sandwiches (all packaged while the employees are standing right there that should be able to make a sandwich), the deli staff doesn't look at you even though there are three of you on line waiting, the bakery makes one batch and that is all for the whole day, the hot deli barely tries; same thing almost every day. Go to Waikoloa KTA to see how it is done. As a person that lives in Waikoloa and works in Kona, getting all their service goodness, TOTALLY disappointed with the staff and offerings at...

I went to KTA, the local grocery store. It is crowded with tasty LOCAL foods and has a homey feel about it. I was greeted at the door by a security guard (this has always been done,even before Covid) with a smile. I prefer this atmosphere to the big chains which have no personality. Keith, one of the managers, kindly helped me look for my favorite bread. Their bakery is wonderful. I can always find what I need at KTA. Their produce is the best and the cheapest in the area. I am 81 years old and am treated with so much kindness and respect, just like the old days. Mahalo, KTA....

Went to the KFC in this shopping center, never seem to have extra crispy chicken no matter what time you go! They forgot our gravy last time and they NEVER answer the phone when you call to tell them! Make sure you check your order before you leave the area! They also screwed up our chicken order too! Wasn't going to drive 45 minutes back to have them fix it! Guess they count on that! Certainly don't care about getting it right! Unfortunately they're the only ones here, good thing we don't go often but it would be nice to get what...