50 Best Coffee Shops in Honolulu

“If you’re looking for an ube fix, Nana’s Tea has an ube soft serve swirl will do you right. Aside from the creamy soft serve, they add a small dollop of fresh ube halaya and a couple of mochi ball. Will come back to try the other flavors!“

“I have frequent this place multiple times in the morning. Compared to neighboring coffee shops, this one is my favorite.
Cold brew is slightly less than $5.00, iced and straight. No cream and no sugar. It's smooth, tasty, just like the rest of the coffee from their shop. I like the energy bar, still need to try the other food items.
Nice chill location, service staff is friendly and has a good atmosphere.
I'm not sure how their parking is since I walk there.“

“Service is fantastic and I like the vibe of this coffee bar inside the hotel. I even got a sweet tote bag for a friend at a reasonable price.One star lost for only having medium roast coffee & espresso which has a tendency to be sour. Medium roast is a hipster trend I’m really hoping goes away soon.“

“This coffee shop is a gem and quickly became the highlight of our trip! The owner was so welcoming to us and our baby, it has truly left such a wonderful memory for us in Oahu. We went back again and again, day after day! The Açaí bowl, Pitaya bowl, scones, cookie and coffee were all so good. The owner even came out just to say goodbye to us on our last day on the island, it was truly heartwarming! We will miss Pai Cafe so much!“

“Sunny’s was an awesome find for breakfast. The servers are so nice and the food was awesome. I had the avocado toast - so good. Lots of variety and healthy meals. I would highly recommend this spot.“

“We got the vanilla chai hot and iced lavender matcha, both were REALLY good! It's a cute little spot too, love the vibe!

Parking: They have like 3 spots for the cafe but the lot is shared and has reserved spots for other businesses too. Street parking and nearby strip mall has plenty of spots“

“Staff were efficient. The long Q move quickly“

“Coming from seattle, I find it hard to locate a non-burnt or acidic tasting coffee place in Waikiki.
This place is a gem find. It is tucked in the back and side street of the DFS duty free shopping mall. Ordered a plain latte (no syrup), it tasted very smooth and good. Def recommend!
They also have nice seating areas, not crowded at all.
Comparing to the over hyped Kona coffee in international market (always has a long line too), this place is so much better in taste and wait time.“

“A small and cozy coffee shop, I ended up trying a blueberry coffee (forget the name) and it was an extremely satisfying pairing - my friend got the Kuro Goma and a few other coffees to bring back, and they tasted pretty great as well! They have LOTS of flavors of coffee/drinks though, so I'd recommend any of them for people looking for quality coffee at an aesthetically pleasing shop

- Miguel Morales Photography“

“Super friendly staff. Wide range of variety, and they are all sooooo gooood!! They have the best croissants.
Their butter croissants are my personal favorite.

Vegetarian options: You can request a vegetarian alternative.“

“I have been enjoying all the new coffee places popping up locally but this shop has the local-style syrups, amazing banana bread, and lovely local products I really enjoy. I’m never thought I’d sit outside drinking coffee in Chinatown but really enjoyed myself. A must do if you like coffee!“

“Hidden gem. Loved their açaí bowl and turkey pesto bagel, especially liked how their bowls weren’t too sweet and had some added protein.
The bagel could have been more fresh and would be nice to have more than one person behind the counter so the wait is less. But overall definitely recommend“

“My husband ordered the acai bowl, and I ordered the tropical bowl, both in a coconut shell bowl. Both were amazing! We definitely could have shared one, though, as there was a lot! It was a bit pricey. With the bowls, it was about $50, but for a one-time experience, it was worth it. It was very busy but we received our food pretty quickly. There isn't much seating, but it's meant to be a beach shack vibe, so it made sense. It was easy to eat while window shopping or they're were lots of places along the street to sit.“

“I came at 8:30am on a weekday Wednesday morning.

I asked for
Pumpkin spice scone ($5), iced oat latte ($6.5), and iced chai ($6.25).

The scones were warm, crispy on the outside and very tasty. The spices worked well and the white chocolate had a nice melty feel to it.
I think the latte is properly bitter and would be good to have with scones.
The chai had a hint of ginger and was delicious. The person who took my order was very nice and the atmosphere of the store was very nice. There were quite a few customers with their dogs, and we got to see all kinds of cute dogs.

It's also a great place to take a break with a delicious cup of coffee after seeing a lot of things in Salt.
I'll come back later!“

“I ate breakfast here twice while visiting Honolulu, and I’m still day dreaming about their lavender latte and Moana Bowl now that I’m home. The orchid on the bowls is a nice touch. I was surprised by the line, but on my second visit, I ordered take-out. It was ready and waiting for my by the time I walked over from my hotel at the Hilton.“

“Always on the hunt for unsweetened matcha, and Daily Whisk has just that! You can add sweetener if you’d like, but their matcha is solid on its own. There are other menu options as well, if you don’t want just straight matcha. Parking area is tight and small, but plenty of street parking available around the corner. Definitely worth the drive to Kaimuki every time!“

“Super cool coffee shop that me and a friend went to when we were looking for a quick pick-me-up in Ward! She ended up getting the strawberry matcha while I got the ube flavor coffee, it was the perfect amount of sweetness while still being able to energize me without a sugar crash of any kind. Recommended for sure if you're in the area and want something while you're on the go adventuring!

- Miguel Morales Photography“

“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.“

“Great coffee shop - I love the views!“

“great sandwich. good service“

“I'm impressed by the quality of the coffee and the warm, inviting atmosphere maintained by the owners. For a quick snack or a nice cup of coffee or tea, this spot is ideal.The relaxed vibe and comfortable seating make it the perfect spot to unwind after a busy day.“

“Best coffee, best toast. Best experience!“

“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!“

“The coffee here is really delicious. Even if it's not a single-origin coffee, the house coffee of the day, which you can choose hot or iced (a small one costs around $2!), is delicious, and the coffee is brewed with care by the owner, who is passionate about coffee. I hope it doesn't change...“

“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!“

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

“I had a rather pleasant Hangover burrito. It was tasty enough, but it wasn't a 'worldbeater'. The waiting time was about 20 minutes, which wasn't too bad, considering how busy they were.

Edit : Six hours later, I'm still full up from the burrito. It might look a tad wussy when you get it, but it's a heck of a lot more substantial!“

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

“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!“

“Excellent food in a cool atmosphere!“

“Awesome place“

“I went to the Ward location and it was an awesome experience. The manager was very kind and was a source of knowledge. I bought the refill jar and she let me sample a couple of different types I can refill my jar with. I used to work at Starbucks, and this is the kind of place of love supporting. :) 5 stars, great job!“

“Dropped by NOLA on Saturday morning for a beignet flight. The service was quick and friendly, though they were out of vanilla and offered pumpkin instead. The beignets are made fresh to order, so there’s a bit of a wait, but it’s worth it. The space is big and clean, but the music was a bit loud for 7 AM—maybe not the best spot to relax with a coffee. That said, the beignets were delicious with a great texture, and the filling was generous without being overly sweet. Highly recommend!“

“I visited the shop by the Hilton , you have a very excellent representative as the clerk. Mia is a nice sales lady. She offered me a sample of the cake when I looked at the cake tins. Then when I mentioned the gifts I was buying & looking for chocolates, she offered me a sample of chocolate covered coffee bean. A very pleasant young woman. I did buy something. Very pleasant experience. Linda“

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

“Our first authentic shave ice and it blew away our expectations! Delicious, fresh, and the best sweet treat!“

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

“My best one❤️“

“I went there three times during my one-week stay.
I drank the green smoothie with less ginger and no ginger, but I feel like it's complete with ginger.
The watermelon smoothie, which is not on the menu, is refreshing and delicious.
I think I will go again next time!“

“I have been in Honolulu for two weeks and have tried a different coffee shop almost every day. Try Coffee is by far the best coffee I have had. The baristas are very knowledgeable and friendly.

I would definitely recommend Try Coffee if you consider yourself a coffee snob and aren't a huge fan of the darker roasts.

The space is really great as well. Lot's of comfortable seating.“

“Coffee is good but takes time so be patient! The staff seems unorganized, ordering latte twice but they were out of an ingredient each time. Our strawberry smoothie took 10 minutes and there were only two customers before me whom already had their orders so it was frustrating.“

“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!!!“

“Such a cute coffee shop.
Their Hawaiian latte is amazingly delicious and I miss it already.
Got a bag of coffee for a gift, just make sure you understand how much you’re paying for the bag before you check out, some of the prices are nuts but understandable.“

“My fave coffee in Town, I always get the latte or iced coffee on my way to work. The owner takes a lot of care in selecting the beans and you can really tell in the taste! The kiosk is so easy to grab and go on my way to work and the barista is so friendly.“

“stopped by on a Saturday morning for breakfast. ordered a breakfast burrito which took a while to arrive, although they were very busy. the burrito itself was tasty, with egg, beans, sausage, and some other stuff which i can't remember.“

“Love Knots! I've grabbed coffee here many, many times and many more in my future I'm sure! Recommend the Queen Capuccino (iced), so good! I have not tried the banana toast yet but it looks incredible. The staff is super nice and you can't beat the view of Diamond Head from lanai seating!“

“Great coffee, pastries and breakfast items...My wife had a ham and cheese and I had Eggs Benedict both were excellent. We have gone twice after finding this hidden treasure. We will be going tomorrow on out last day in Honolulu....check it out!

Parking: There are parking meters in front of the cafe....not sure how many.“

“We ordered the popular acai bowl and vintage Kona coffee. Since the Royal Hawaiian Center store is always crowded, I visited the Ala Moana Shopping Center store.
This is a shop where you can feel like you're in Hawaii.
I also enjoyed the deliciousness of the rich Kona coffee.“

“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.“

“We recently visited a breakfast cafe that specializes in healthy eating and were pleasantly surprised! The menu offers a variety of dishes for every taste: from smoothie bowls with fruits and berries to avocado toast on whole grain bread. The portions are balanced, all the ingredients are fresh, and the presentation is bright and appetizing. I especially liked the oatmeal with nuts and berries and the green smoothies - nutritious and rich in vitamins.

The interior of the cafe is bright and cozy, with green plants and pleasant music in the background, which creates an atmosphere of calm and comfort. The service is at the highest level: the staff is friendly, quickly takes orders and is always ready to help with your choice. It’s especially nice that the menu indicates the calorie content and composition of the dishes, which is convenient for those who are watching their diet.

The cafe is ideal for those who want to start the day with a healthy and tasty breakfast, spend the morning in a pleasant environment or meet friends over a cup of matcha latte. We recommend it for everyone who values ​​quality and care for their health!

Vegetarian options: A varied selection of Venetarian dishes for breakfast. Lots of toast and fruit bowls“