If you're near the airport industrial area and looking for lunch, Cafe Panini could be one of your choices. They have daily specials and lots of choices of sandwiches and grab and go items like wraps, salads, and musubis. My go to item is their veggie sandwich and sweet potato fries. The veggie sandwich is very fresh and is packed that I can usually only finish half, especially if I get fries to share. Sandwiches also come with Mac salad (spaghetti noodle style). The sweet potato fries come with a really good fry sauce, most times, I would love to ask for extra. While I give 5 stars for food, I give 3 overall for service. I've seen many reviews comment on the cashier, and I have to agree. My tip would be to call ahead and avoid the lengthy interaction.
mle lee
They make the best Pork Adobo Bowl. I haven't had that in a very very long time at any restaurant!! Lots of taste & the owner put his own spin to the bowl that it was fresh w/tomatoes, onions & some fresh greens. They also make ono salads. I have yet to try a panini...next time
Danyel R.
Another hard to find spot but that seems to be par for the course here. I read the reviews and I would agree that the lady taking the orders seems kinda grouchy but I try to give people a break cuz the general attitude of most people seems to be more negative after Covid-for many reasons I am sure. If you can get past that, the quality of food, the numerous options, and convenience are 100% the reason you should go here. Portions are huge, taste was great! I will definitely come back & recommend to others.
Jason R.
Another fairly impossible restaurant to find. Food was great... whatever portion you think you want to eat, order half! Very large sandwiches, large quantity of fries with an order. Just don't order too many things at once or the lady working the register seems to grow disgusted lol. We ordered 4 items and by the time we hit the start of the 3rd item she made it seem like she had better things to do. We got thru it though and the food was worth it though. Hopefully someone buys her some chocolate to get her out of her funk.
Megan Abbott
$4.50 breakfast burritos!
Tracey I.
Rude rude rude. For a co owner Elaine had horrible customer service. Won't be back. Also the place was difficult to find. The sign was so tiny
Steve P.
This family-run breakfast and lunch, take out only, is a hidden treat. Daily specials range from lamb shank, lobster ravioli, and local comfort food plates. My go-to is Elaine's special wrap, tuna. Need a little more for lunch, made to order truffle fries are a home run. Gets a bit busy with corporate employees from 12-1230, but line moves quick and they close at 2pm. Call ahead option, be ready with detailed order and choice of fresh bead. When in doubt get the daily changing special--the #1 or smaller #2. Wednesday go-to spaghetti feeds 2, easy. I enjoy the variety and at the same time reliable fresh ingredients.
Sophie C.
Not quite a friendly vibe when you're standing in line. It's understandable when you place your order cause the lady is hard to understand and isn't too personable. I rate it a stay away unless you absolute need sustenance because it's a little pricey for that convenience of mediocre food. Better to walk to L&L and wait forever for your food..
Paul Markovsky
The food is all fresh and cooked on the spot, so be prepared to wait a few minutes. They also have many condiments to choose from if you like to spice things up a bit. If you have the pleasure to interact with the owner though, watch out! I thought she was just annoyed with me not knowing all the options for my omelette and coffee, but then while I was waiting for my food, she continued being rude and demeaning to another customer and even the guy who was helping her! She does stay busy so I guess rude customer service works for some businesses.
My sandwich wasn’t warmed up all the way. The cheese and eggs were cold. So the shredded cheese ended up just kinda falling out.
Nelly Belle
The food I ordered was great! I had spaghetti. It usually has meat in it, which I don't eat, but they were nice enough to make me a special order with lots of veggies. My father had their Italian sausage omelette and loved it. Friendly, nice, family run restaurant. We will eat there again! Portions are large too!
Vaibhav Kulkarni
if you can ignore the nasty arrogant owner lady then enjoy the good sandwitch.
Vaibhav K.
rude, arrogant owner lady. forget respect but she dosent even have basic courtesy of a cafe owner. never ever coming back to this place. No aloha what so ever. p.s. until now I was regular here especially during covid to support local business but this place just dosent deserve any.
Paula R.
I love this place. I walk over almost daily from my hotel. The people are great as well as the food! I'm addicted, I catch myself checking their menu every day. Highly recommend this place!
If you're near the airport industrial area and looking for lunch, Cafe Panini could be one of your choices. They have daily specials and lots of choices of sandwiches and grab and go items like wraps, salads, and musubis. My go to item is their veggie sandwich and sweet potato fries. The veggie sandwich is very fresh and is packed that I can usually only finish half, especially if I get fries to share. Sandwiches also come with Mac salad (spaghetti noodle style). The sweet potato fries come with a really good fry sauce, most times, I would love to ask for extra. While I give 5 stars for food, I give 3 overall for service. I've seen many reviews comment on the cashier, and I have to agree. My tip would be to call ahead and avoid the lengthy interaction.
They make the best Pork Adobo Bowl. I haven't had that in a very very long time at any restaurant!! Lots of taste & the owner put his own spin to the bowl that it was fresh w/tomatoes, onions & some fresh greens. They also make ono salads. I have yet to try a panini...next time
Another hard to find spot but that seems to be par for the course here. I read the reviews and I would agree that the lady taking the orders seems kinda grouchy but I try to give people a break cuz the general attitude of most people seems to be more negative after Covid-for many reasons I am sure. If you can get past that, the quality of food, the numerous options, and convenience are 100% the reason you should go here. Portions are huge, taste was great! I will definitely come back & recommend to others.
Another fairly impossible restaurant to find. Food was great... whatever portion you think you want to eat, order half! Very large sandwiches, large quantity of fries with an order. Just don't order too many things at once or the lady working the register seems to grow disgusted lol. We ordered 4 items and by the time we hit the start of the 3rd item she made it seem like she had better things to do. We got thru it though and the food was worth it though. Hopefully someone buys her some chocolate to get her out of her funk.
$4.50 breakfast burritos!
Rude rude rude. For a co owner Elaine had horrible customer service. Won't be back. Also the place was difficult to find. The sign was so tiny
This family-run breakfast and lunch, take out only, is a hidden treat. Daily specials range from lamb shank, lobster ravioli, and local comfort food plates. My go-to is Elaine's special wrap, tuna. Need a little more for lunch, made to order truffle fries are a home run. Gets a bit busy with corporate employees from 12-1230, but line moves quick and they close at 2pm. Call ahead option, be ready with detailed order and choice of fresh bead. When in doubt get the daily changing special--the #1 or smaller #2. Wednesday go-to spaghetti feeds 2, easy. I enjoy the variety and at the same time reliable fresh ingredients.
Not quite a friendly vibe when you're standing in line. It's understandable when you place your order cause the lady is hard to understand and isn't too personable. I rate it a stay away unless you absolute need sustenance because it's a little pricey for that convenience of mediocre food. Better to walk to L&L and wait forever for your food..
The food is all fresh and cooked on the spot, so be prepared to wait a few minutes. They also have many condiments to choose from if you like to spice things up a bit. If you have the pleasure to interact with the owner though, watch out! I thought she was just annoyed with me not knowing all the options for my omelette and coffee, but then while I was waiting for my food, she continued being rude and demeaning to another customer and even the guy who was helping her! She does stay busy so I guess rude customer service works for some businesses.
Always great food and service
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My sandwich wasn’t warmed up all the way. The cheese and eggs were cold. So the shredded cheese ended up just kinda falling out.
The food I ordered was great! I had spaghetti. It usually has meat in it, which I don't eat, but they were nice enough to make me a special order with lots of veggies. My father had their Italian sausage omelette and loved it. Friendly, nice, family run restaurant. We will eat there again! Portions are large too!
if you can ignore the nasty arrogant owner lady then enjoy the good sandwitch.
rude, arrogant owner lady. forget respect but she dosent even have basic courtesy of a cafe owner. never ever coming back to this place. No aloha what so ever. p.s. until now I was regular here especially during covid to support local business but this place just dosent deserve any.
I love this place. I walk over almost daily from my hotel. The people are great as well as the food! I'm addicted, I catch myself checking their menu every day. Highly recommend this place!