50 Best Coffee Shops in Honolulu

“This is my go to coffee place! It’s just outside of Waikiki on Kapahulu Avenue! The owners are amazing and they take pride in everything they do. The coffee shop is always clean, smells amazing and welcoming for anyone that wants to grab a quick bite, some really good coffee or to talk stories on one of their tables. It’s nice to meet up with friends here and get hydrated and caffeinated while catching up before the drive home or to work! Highly recommend their hot mocha!“

“People seem to come here for matcha but their EARL GREY GELATO is the best EVER. I have tried so many earl grey desserts. This is one of the best. I tried earl grey, hojicha, lilikoi, matcha, black sesame and ube. They are all amazing. Loved the rich flavors.

FYI, there is a sitting area if you want to eat inside the building :)“

“Everything inside is 100%… but if you’re waiting for your food/drink outside the doors… be prepared to smell the bodily fluids of the mentally ill humans who patrol the area, and bring bug spray to fight the flees and bug bites that follow those smells around. I waited for 2 minutes outside and my legs are covered. Ambiance and experience of a great cafe unfortunately ruined by the area it’s in.“

“My wife and I went here both days we were in Oahu. The service was rather quick, and pleasant. Both days, I got a cappuccino with macadamia nut syrup or foam or something. It was extremely delicious. I forgot what my wife got, but she liked them both.“

“This place was recommended by a foodie friend of mine so I expected it to be good, but no, good doesn’t do it justice. The oat milk latte was glorious and the mango scone delicate, very lightly sweet and the perfect accompaniment to the latte. Service was friendly and helpful.“

“great sandwich. good service“

“Lovely Coby is 10 out of 10 such a friendly and bright personality ✨
Purchased the matcha flavor and lychee rose drink. Absolutely delicious 😋
Highly recommend to all my family and friends. Coby so thoughtful and kind to offer taste samples. Everything is good here and so hard to decide what flavor to get next.
time. Parking is out front (9x metered parking stalls) or the Korean Christian Church up the street/ Short 5 minute walk away.“

“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!“

“The Best Rockstar place on Oahu!“

“Wow! Everything was 10/10. I love that they don’t use the normal torani or mornin syrup. I got a Iilikoi themed matcha and it was delicious. I also got a croissant sandwich that was really good. The sandwich was nicely cut in half (I hate biting into a whole sandwich) and had napkins at the bottom of the box. It’s the little things!!“

“Best coffee, best toast. Best experience!“

“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!“

“The ladies who work here are very sweet. They give you extra smoothie in a little cup. The smoothies are the best I’ve ever had and the fruit is delicious. If you buy a 32 oz you can keep the jar and bring it back for $7 refills. The fruit is reasonably priced, $5-7 for a good size container.“

“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!“

“Croissant is awful (for European taste)
Energy balls are ok
Cappuccino was 3.8/5 for me. Not that bad. Maybe will give another try

Location is great

Many seating options

Very relaxing atmosphere“

“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!“

“Knots Coffee Roasters was one of the convenient amenities located inside the Queen Kapiolani Hotel, so we could simply take the elevator downstairs for breakfast. We tried the sausage, egg, and cheese breakfast sandwich, the breakfast burrito, and coffee. Everything tasted good, the prices were reasonable, and the wait time was short. The café has an open, comfortable layout with plenty of space to sit and enjoy breakfast. It’s also convenient if you prefer to grab your food and take it back to your hotel room. I would definitely recommend it for an easy and affordable breakfast!“

“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!😊“

“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!“

“First time trying this place with my dad to celebrate 3 months of our keto journey, and it blew us away. The ambiance and service were top-notch, and every single dish was cooked to perfection. We got the burger, fried rice, brisket, and the chicken and waffles—all amazing, but that chicken and waffles seriously hit different. Highly recommend!“

“I got a delicious breakfast from Sunshine & Pineapple. This is my new favorite breakfast and brunch spot on Oahu, just a short stroll from Waikiki or Kaimuki area. The cafe has a cute atmosphere. The menu features a variety of delicious options, from crispy croffle and acai bowls and Avocado Toast.
Many dishes are made with fresh local ingredients. The friendly staff and quick service add to the overall charm. This is a must-visit for a breakfast or bruch time in waikiki. Their Matcha and coffee are amazing. My kids like the smoothie too.
Highly recommend!“

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

“Super attentive staff in a cozy place. If the view of Diamond Head doesn't blow you away the food here will. Been a huge fan of this business but only been able to sample their foods at the Kakaoka farmer's market, first time at their store. Ordered a malasada and went with the mango filling which was the special of the day. They made it fresh. Was everything I hoped for. Warm flaky exterior with the sweet cream filling inside.“

“The Tropical tribe açaí bowl with power toppings keeps me coming back!“

“Staff were efficient. The long Q move quickly“

“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!“

“Had a great dining experience at Ruscello! Our server/bartender, Andrew, was friendly, attentive, and provided excellent service throughout our meal. We ordered the panko chicken salad, calamari, and lobster bisque with crostini. Everything was delicious and well prepared, and the lobster bisque was especially rich and flavorful. Overall, great food and wonderful service from Andrew. We'll definitely be back!“

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

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

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

“I bought donuts that are really great! The best I’ve had ! All so fresh and delicious- You get to watch your donut being made- I would go back every day- My boyfriend said this- put the donut in your mouth, sip Kai coffee- then swish it around and swallow— enjoy for 15 seconds- then enjoy all the sugar and flavors around your teeth-then enjoy the flavors between your teeth-enjoy for 45 seconds- then think about going back for another!!! The service is impeccable! I’ll be back!“

“Fresh tasty and savoy flavors as you can see check it out and friendly owner Jessica“

“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!!!“

“Tucked in a very small corner of a small house-like building, Daily Whisk Matcha equally has a very small space for people to enjoy or relax with their matcha. I didn’t expect how small the space was or how many seats that were available, but I decided to visit during a local holiday and it was definitely busy. There are only about six chairs you can sit in, so it’s definitely a grab n’ go situation. There’s also very limited parking, so you can’t stay too long. As for the matcha, it was pretty good. They have a variety of matcha drinks that I would want to try again someday. Next time, I would probably try to come in earlier so that I wouldn’t have to wait in line.“

“we got the coconut carmel iced latte and white chocolate iced mocha, so delicious, perfectly sweet but not overly sugary or artificially flavoured from syrups. very close to the beach, great spot to grab a drink before heading out for a fun day outside :)“

“Excellent food with a really creative menu. Malia always makes the best plated presentations.“

“I love the afternoon tea here. The food is interesting and the presentation is lovely. I always leave full. It's quiet and air conditioned. Only one comment. The worker downstairs wouldn't seat me until my guest arrived so I sat in the market area waiting. My guest somehow went upstairs and was seated. She texted me from the table. I waited for 15-20 minutes by myself. I wish they would have sat me in the restaurant. Much better waiting experience.“

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

“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.“

“This dessert shop was absolutely amazing! The location was easy to find, and they had such a great variety of menu items that we got to try several different desserts and had a wonderful time.
The young staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, making it easy for us to choose what to order. My favorite items were definitely the ice cream, which was absolutely delicious, and the acai bowl, which was packed with fresh fruit and tasted so fresh.
We were still a little hungry, so we also ordered a waffle. It was perfectly sweet, generously topped, and incredibly delicious.
I’ll definitely be coming back with my friends. I highly recommend this place! ⭐“

“Awesome place“

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

“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!“

“Nice little spot inside the Surfjack Hotel. The coffee is decent and the breakfast fare hits the spot if you're staying nearby or just passing through. Seating is limited, so it can get tight during busy hours. Worth a stop if you don't mind grabbing a seat when you can.“

“The Tropical tribe açaí bowl with power toppings keeps me coming back!“

“The best shave ice & fruit we had during our entire 2 week trip on O'ahu! Can't stop thinking about how delicious they were and I've been home 2 months now. Can't wait to come back!“

“Good conversations nice ambience“