50 Best Coffee Shops in Honolulu

“This matcha ice cream was super refreshing and well needed!! While waiting, my bf & I decided to take pictures in the red box Photo Booth that’s right along the wall. The combo of this matcha ice cream was perfect. They have so many different combos! Go give them a try!“

“I have been here about three times and it’s a much better café than the exterior belies in an adorable side storefront right off Waialae ave. The Ono smoothie is excellent., as is the iced latte with a nut milk - try it with coconut and ube flavoring. I also recommend the fresh baked ube cookies. You can order ahead for pick up about 15 minutes out or they are pretty fast if you show up in person.

There is not much room inside and outside, so I wouldn’t come here with like a group expecting to hang out . There is street parking and off street parking.“

“Good early morning coffee, in a trendy setting.

Overall the coffee does not rank in the top 5 of Waikīkī Coffee for me. It is still good coffee.. but not a coffee lovers experience.

Food was fine, but not special (I didn’t fly to Hawaii for a salmon bagel I can get anywhere in Boston).

Service was friendly and fun; and the vibe was funky.“

“Pai Cafe is one of my favorite spots for coffee! The scones are also on point, especially if you love savory flavors (Portuguese Sausage & Onion, Sun Dried Tomato & Pesto, Cheddar)

The drinks are always great, and the staff is super friendly and welcoming. It’s a smaller cafe with limited seating, but that also makes it feel cozy. Definitely a place I’d recommend to friends visiting the area or for casual coffee meetings.“

“Such a hidden gem on Kapahulu Ave! I stopped by during a food tour (right near Ono Seafood and Leonard’s) and was so glad I did. I had the cold brew with coconut cold foam- the flavor profile was smooth, refreshing, and absolutely delicious. My friend was torn between the rose matcha and honey matcha, and the barista went above and beyond by mixing the rose and honey syrups (even though it wasn’t on the menu!) so she could enjoy the best of both worlds. The matcha itself was fantastic- vibrant, not too sweet, and really well balanced.

The baristas here were incredibly kind and welcoming, making the experience even better. Honestly, I’d recommend Better Daze over Sunrise Shack if you’re in the area!“

“If your in Hawaii in Oahu and looking for phenomenal coffee and ambiance Drip Studio is the place for pour over and espresso drinks. Food looks amazing as well. Kengi & Maddy are amazing they treated us with great hospitality and we enjoyed chatting with them about all the different coffees.“

“Mainly just wanted to leave a review to say I love Sunrise Shack. It's a place I can count on having healthy ingredients and no added sugar. The food is always really good but PLEASE get gluten free bread! I work in Waikiki in several different hotel locations and it's such a struggle to find quick gluten free healthy lunch options. I work as a concierge and also get asked for gluten free options and would love to be able to send hotel guests here as a reliable option! Also, I had the matcha latte a couple of times before and it's extremely bitter. Not sure if it's how you guys make it or the matcha itself. The food is always bomb though. Thank you guys for making healthy food a priority :)“

“great sandwich. good service“

“My favourite place in Honolulu for coffee coming for a European coffee snob! Olivier is the best with bean quality and he knows his stuff. The love he puts into this coffee shop is definitely showing in the product you get. Could not recommend enough. Espresso 5/5 or if you craving an afternoon snack Oatmilk Mocha is my favourite!“

“Loved the ambiance and the all vegan baked goods! My matcha latte was good, and just very happy to see a vegan friendly cafe😄some things do come with dairy or honey by default, but just ask the barista, they’re well aware on vegan needs!“

“Very cool location connected to a climbing gym. The barista was sweet and helpful with her recommendations. Mango banana bread was delicious and the wildflower honey latte was a delightful yet unique drink. Will be back if I'm in the area again!“

“My husband took a private surf lesson from Joshua. Joshua was so very patient and encouraging, even though my husband was unable to get to a standing position, through no fault of Josh. We highly recommend Big Wave Dave Surf & Coffee for all 1st time surfers.“

“Love this place. I've been to a few locations and it's always good! The coffee is amazing, but the real shocker is how great the food is! The local breakfast sandwich, croissantwich and Breakfast Burrito and so delicious, but my favorite by far is the Lomi Salmon Bagel....I crave it!!!!! Highly recommend!“

“Love this place. I've been to a few locations and it's always good! The coffee is amazing, but the real shocker is how great the food is! The local breakfast sandwich, croissantwich and Breakfast Burrito and so delicious, but my favorite by far is the Lomi Salmon Bagel....I crave it!!!!! Highly recommend!“

“Staff were efficient. The long Q move quickly“

“We've ALWAYS received excellent service at Ruscello's, and today's visit was no exception. We sat outside for lunch, there was a nice soft breeze, had a bottle of wine (half off on Weds!) and enjoyed the food: salads and French dip - yum! What a great way to enjoy a relaxing afternoon!“

“Get the Spicy Masala Chai tea.... yum 😋.“

“The coffee is delicious and the staff is very friendly. I get coffee shipped home to me every month or two for my Ohana! Mahalo, Fred!😊“

“Love this place. I've been to a few locations and it's always good! The coffee is amazing, but the real shocker is how great the food is! The local breakfast sandwich, croissantwich and Breakfast Burrito and so delicious, but my favorite by far is the Lomi Salmon Bagel....I crave it!!!!! Highly recommend!“

“I've been meaning to go here for months, and a rainy Sunday afternoon proved to be the perfect moment to stop by with some friends. The interior, though small, is so charmingly decorated with such care and delightful details. Although known more for their bottled beverages, I opted for- and thoroughly enjoyed- a freshly made drink. The blueberry matcha was delicious, and is probably one of my top three matchas on island now! At first I wondered if I'd misordered because there was no visible blueberry-ness, but the first sip proved me wrong. The blueberry flavor was very present but still paired beautifully with matcha and oat milk, and the blueberry scented cold foam on top was wizardry. Overall, it was a nice sweet treat, while being not-too-sweet! My companion also got their yuzu chocolate oat coffee drink, and while that seemed like an ambitious combination, let me tell you... they pulled it off! The flavor notes come in waves and it was refreshingly unique and well balanced. The staff are all so friendly, fashionable, and chill. Also enjoyed their ube swirl bread to share. Also, LOVE that they are open later til 6pm, which is so rare for cafes here! Will be coming back to sample lots more and also check out their covered patio next time :)“

“Best coffee, best toast. Best experience!“

“coffee is what should be tried here...☕️ oh, and the cookie 🍪“

“Chicest place in town to catch up with friends or enjoy a cafe treat. What’s better than that? Getting to go shopping afterwards in their attached retail location with selections from local artists and creators. Love this place!“

“Lovely Coffee Shop! Five Stars⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“The story of “the bean” is explained in their fine little museum on the premises. Comfortable sitting A great atmosphere.“

“Great coffee shop - I love the views!“

“Love their coffee design machine! Breakfast sandwiches were great, and the service was as well. Cute little spot.“

“Maleko has the best coffee in all of Hawaii and the Man is a gifted baker too! I highly recommend the pineapple coconut muffins.“

“We love Drive Thru Joe. The only legit amenity on this base provides us a piece of happiness. Customer service is top and the drinks are fun, refreshing and creative. This is on our top 5 list of things we will miss when leaving the island!!!“

“Best matcha on the island in my opinion! Not too sweet and authentic! If you do love some sweetness, I recommend the strawberry matcha. My husband likes the hapa drink that's half matcha, half hojicha. Parking is kinda small up front, but there is a large paid parking lot across the street 👍 Had to stop by here after we signed our marriage paperwork for a pick-me-up 🤣 Everyone was sweet and made our day 🥰“

“We LOVEEEEE Egghead Cafe!!! Every time we come in they are so friendly, welcoming of my little ones, and quick! I've never had anything bad. Their coffee is delicious, my favorite is Tiramisu Latte! Definitely visit, it will be worth it!“

“Got a super fast and delicious iced coffee with a splash of oat milk here for $4.25ish, pre-tip. Love the dark and full bodied flavor of their coffee beans :) Great spot to grab a quick drink. Will try their Thai coffee blends next time, and would be fun to see matcha on the menu one day!“

“Awesome place“

“Amber- the co owner, is absolutely astounding. Super super friendly, and If you have any questions on any of the food she has the knowledge of it all! Location is perfect as there is a bunch of seating area around and always good jams playing in the background. The food taste AMAZING, I recommend trying the B.E.A.S.T DELICIOUS“

“Great staff, great coffee. Try the Kai Latte.“

“I bought a bag here two days ago, and when I checked it, I noticed that the stitching on the handle had come loose. So I came back to the store to exchange it.

Pamella, the assistant manager, was very kind and helped me with the exchange smoothly.

I really appreciate her professional and friendly attitude.“

“We celebrated our wedding at the Queen Kapiʻolani in May, and wow… what an incredible experience! 🌺

Our weekend kicked off with the most amazing welcome party at Knott’s Coffee — Courtney coordinated every detail perfectly! It was the ideal way to set the tone for the celebration ahead. She worked closely with Shannon and the events team to help bring our reception vision to life across the Leah Room and Lanai, and everything came together beautifully.

Our guests are still raving about the hotel, the service, and the overall vibe. Queen Kapiʻolani wasn’t just our venue — it truly became the heart of our celebration. We couldn’t have asked for a better team to help us create the wedding of our dreams.

Mahalo to everyone who made it happen — we’re forever grateful! 💛“

“I have lived right across from this coffee shop for over a year and I finally tried it. I read reviews about the Hawaiian latte and figured I would give it a try. Definitely delicious and I recommend. I will be back for sure to get that coffee again. I didn’t try any food. It was very quiet and only a couple people in there.“

“Starbucks drive thru!
Actually, when I order here, I always park nearby and walk to pick up the order, but when I went to the drive-thru for the first time, I realized how smooth and convenient it was, and wondered why I had to walk to pick it up...🤪
I thought it would take a while, but it went pretty quickly and the wait wasn't that long!“

“A must stop when on Oahu! Such friendly service with AMAZING food and drinks! We got the Vietnamese coffee and Sucker Punch- both full of flavor and great. We got the biscuit sandwich and biscuit and gravy which were both flawless. They have a great array of pastries as well“

“They are so nice! Delicious quiches, rich ☕️ in the ♥️ of kaimuki! 🤙“

“A cafe I visited after visiting Diamond Head on the weekend
I tried to go to KCC Market, but there were so many people that I couldn't find anything to eat, so I came as an alternative and it was a really good choice.
Ordered the breakfast plate and pineapple juice, which are sold until 10 o'clock.
The plate tasted okay, but the pineapple juice was delicious.
It was so nice to sit and eat in a cool place after trekking.
The Japanese owner is also friendly.
It was near Waikiki, so I probably went there often to drink juice.“

“Two mocha lattes and a Hawaiian Frost (delicious!) lovely atmosphere, light and airy, not too loud. Service was fast and they were very good about explaining what iced drinks were available. We didn't have anything to eat but the croissants and cakes looked large and fresh, very tempting.“

“The best High Tea we've had, including The Fairmont in a few key cities. Excellent!!“

“This place is a serious GEM, the freshest smoothies I've ever had! Upon entering, you will be greeted with a pleasant ripe (fruit) aroma. There will always be two older ladies taking & making orders. Their menu items consist of the best kinds of blends, my fav is the mango/passion mix however, you can pick and choose. Be sure to stop by when in Honolulu.“

“While visiting Waikiki, you see a LOT of Starbucks in hotels. The last thing we wanted was to visit a chain coffee shop in Hawaii. We were lucky enough to find, and be staying about a block away from Banyan Breeze Coffee. From the first visit (we went almost every day after) we were greeted every time with a smile, a "good morning" and a pleasant experience. The iced coffee and chai we selected were excellent, and all staff was great. I would highly recommend grabbing a coffee here anytime.“

“Love, love, love! Must do in Waikiki.“

“On fri 3/20 about 1230pm I went to the kam shopping center starbucks and a rude lady customer couldn't decide what she wanted. Brandon the batista, who was so friendly described what the drink she questioned about. All he said was I just want to make sure I make what you want and she went off! Wanted to leave a bad review. This location always give good service. Alot of customers after the lady left wanted to leave a good review for Brandon. He was so accommodating and patient with the lady. It's so sad that sad people like that rude customer lady take out her frustrations on people who just trying to make a living and work Hard.So to Brandon and the other baristas on his shift awesome job! Aloha Beba“

“My best one❤️“