Best coffee shop I’ve found in the state. Great coffee-particularly their pour over selection. Nice space. Great location.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kiyomi Gibney
Baristas are very aloof and indifferent to your presence. Wouldn’t recommend.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 1
Keiko Koizumi
I headed to the store while taking a morning walk from my hotel in Waikiki.The Super Green Ball I was looking for was a spinach-based smoothie, but it wasn't grassy at all and went perfectly with the banana and strawberry toppings, and the refreshing sweetness was addictive! I finished it in no time, enjoying the texture of the nuts and cereal.There are only 4 seats outside, and you can see Diamond Head from the window seats inside.At around 9am on December 27, 2023, we were the only Japanese people there. Although it was delicious, I also liked that it wasn't crowded like the restaurants in Waikiki.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Ellen Moore
If you're looking for a near-perfect coffee house experience, this is your place. They only use compostable paper and "veg wear" plastic. Their menu features a host of menu items that are vegetarian. Items we ordered: avocado toast, croissant, and their "super green" fruit bowl. Both were sublime, and I think the green bowl would be vegan if not for the honey. My only comment is that they seem to burn their shots a bit, but that could be a style thing for them. Their commitment to local arts is fantastic. We arrived one day and there was an art exhibit; the next day it had switched to another. This place is incredible and I wish we lived closer to it.Update: keep in mind that they stop serving food at 1:00. We went back for another round of the super green bowl and were denied. :)Vegetarian options: Fantastic array of vegetarian and possibly vegan items
The food is excellent, nothing is too sweet or too greasy. Feeling good after.They were understaffed and there was a line, girl was taking orders and making coffee at the same time. How surprised I was to get our food and drinks for group of 4 people super fast :)Thank you!
R R.
Good coffee comfortable artsy setting for my reading and comp work especially when there's seating available. But when it's busy it can be a bit phobic but that's understanding so I think it's a good place overall service was good as well.
Kat
Super green bowl was so delicious, very filling, and is great value. great views to sit outside
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nathalie Hudson
Perfect breakfast spot before hiking Diamond Head. Great iced cold brew. Matcha latte was more milk than matcha, but better with simple syrup. We had the smoothie bowl and salmon bagel. Realized the bagel was missing the poached egg, but it was great without. Beautiful cafe with a classic feel and watercolor art on the walls.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Salmon Begal with a Poached Egg
Angela P.
Not a fan of this wanna be trendy coffee shop. It feels very LA with the attitudes to go with it. This place is unfriendly, unwelcoming and the lattes and coffee suck. Espresso tastes sour and no flavor. Tried this place on a whim because it had decent yelp reviews.... But not sure how? Not worth it!
Kenzie M.
My drink was great, no complaints. Problem is that the server was obnoxiously condescending. When I ordered a macchiato, he responded with, "It's not gonna be like a Starbucks macchiato." As if I didn't know what a legit macchiato from anywhere but Starbucks is like. I've ordered a macchiato probably two hundred times without anyone feeling the need to debrief me on what it is. Great shop, cool vibe, just prefer service workers who don't peg me as some valley girl who doesn't know what she's ordering. So to the bearded man with ugly crocs, maybe try not treating your customers as if they're morons? Made my morning just a little less bright.
Very mediocre bagel. Texture was off and there was no flavor.No wifi but nice vibes. Would come back for coffee but probably not food.
Gina Remonda
Nice little coffee store, offering food as well. I had breakfast and was good!There was an art exhibition when I went there, which was nice/different.The only thing, they dont have wifi to provide for those of us who are foreigners.The rest, all good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Granola Bowl
Mona A
My visit to ARS Café in Honolulu was a delightful immersion into the city’s thriving coffee culture and artistic ambiance. The café’s setting, with its minimalist decor and local art displays, created a vibrant and inviting atmosphere. The menu featured a selection of expertly brewed Hawaiian coffee, artisanal pastries, and breakfast items, each prepared with meticulous attention to detail. Sipping a macchiato while appreciating the local artwork was a true pleasure. The café’s commitment to quality coffee and support for local artists was evident in every sip and every piece of art on display. Whether you’re starting your day with coffee or experiencing the artistic vibe, ARS Café is a must-visit for a taste of Honolulu’s coffee culture and creative energy.
MC N.
Excellent coffee. Great cafe vibe to hang out and chat. No wifi though. Service is good.
Daniel W.
Cute cafe with unique artwork on the walls. Ordered an iced americano which I highly recommend. If you're looking for a good coffee shop away from the crowds, this is the spot.
Best coffee shop I’ve found in the state. Great coffee-particularly their pour over selection. Nice space. Great location.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Baristas are very aloof and indifferent to your presence. Wouldn’t recommend.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 1
I headed to the store while taking a morning walk from my hotel in Waikiki.The Super Green Ball I was looking for was a spinach-based smoothie, but it wasn't grassy at all and went perfectly with the banana and strawberry toppings, and the refreshing sweetness was addictive! I finished it in no time, enjoying the texture of the nuts and cereal.There are only 4 seats outside, and you can see Diamond Head from the window seats inside.At around 9am on December 27, 2023, we were the only Japanese people there. Although it was delicious, I also liked that it wasn't crowded like the restaurants in Waikiki.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
If you're looking for a near-perfect coffee house experience, this is your place. They only use compostable paper and "veg wear" plastic. Their menu features a host of menu items that are vegetarian. Items we ordered: avocado toast, croissant, and their "super green" fruit bowl. Both were sublime, and I think the green bowl would be vegan if not for the honey. My only comment is that they seem to burn their shots a bit, but that could be a style thing for them. Their commitment to local arts is fantastic. We arrived one day and there was an art exhibit; the next day it had switched to another. This place is incredible and I wish we lived closer to it.Update: keep in mind that they stop serving food at 1:00. We went back for another round of the super green bowl and were denied. :)Vegetarian options: Fantastic array of vegetarian and possibly vegan items
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Avocado, Croissants, Granola Bowl
The food is excellent, nothing is too sweet or too greasy. Feeling good after.They were understaffed and there was a line, girl was taking orders and making coffee at the same time. How surprised I was to get our food and drinks for group of 4 people super fast :)Thank you!
Good coffee comfortable artsy setting for my reading and comp work especially when there's seating available. But when it's busy it can be a bit phobic but that's understanding so I think it's a good place overall service was good as well.
Super green bowl was so delicious, very filling, and is great value. great views to sit outside
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Perfect breakfast spot before hiking Diamond Head. Great iced cold brew. Matcha latte was more milk than matcha, but better with simple syrup. We had the smoothie bowl and salmon bagel. Realized the bagel was missing the poached egg, but it was great without. Beautiful cafe with a classic feel and watercolor art on the walls.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Salmon Begal with a Poached Egg
Not a fan of this wanna be trendy coffee shop. It feels very LA with the attitudes to go with it. This place is unfriendly, unwelcoming and the lattes and coffee suck. Espresso tastes sour and no flavor. Tried this place on a whim because it had decent yelp reviews.... But not sure how? Not worth it!
My drink was great, no complaints. Problem is that the server was obnoxiously condescending. When I ordered a macchiato, he responded with, "It's not gonna be like a Starbucks macchiato." As if I didn't know what a legit macchiato from anywhere but Starbucks is like. I've ordered a macchiato probably two hundred times without anyone feeling the need to debrief me on what it is. Great shop, cool vibe, just prefer service workers who don't peg me as some valley girl who doesn't know what she's ordering. So to the bearded man with ugly crocs, maybe try not treating your customers as if they're morons? Made my morning just a little less bright.
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Very mediocre bagel. Texture was off and there was no flavor.No wifi but nice vibes. Would come back for coffee but probably not food.
Nice little coffee store, offering food as well. I had breakfast and was good!There was an art exhibition when I went there, which was nice/different.The only thing, they dont have wifi to provide for those of us who are foreigners.The rest, all good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Granola Bowl
My visit to ARS Café in Honolulu was a delightful immersion into the city’s thriving coffee culture and artistic ambiance. The café’s setting, with its minimalist decor and local art displays, created a vibrant and inviting atmosphere. The menu featured a selection of expertly brewed Hawaiian coffee, artisanal pastries, and breakfast items, each prepared with meticulous attention to detail. Sipping a macchiato while appreciating the local artwork was a true pleasure. The café’s commitment to quality coffee and support for local artists was evident in every sip and every piece of art on display. Whether you’re starting your day with coffee or experiencing the artistic vibe, ARS Café is a must-visit for a taste of Honolulu’s coffee culture and creative energy.
Excellent coffee. Great cafe vibe to hang out and chat. No wifi though. Service is good.
Cute cafe with unique artwork on the walls. Ordered an iced americano which I highly recommend. If you're looking for a good coffee shop away from the crowds, this is the spot.