absolutely loved this coffee shop until a bad experience yesterday. i can’t handle too much dairy so i drink “flat white.” i ordered one, tipped $2, then was handed a massive latte. i said, “wow, that’s a big cup of milk.”
i said i ordered a “flat white” and asked if it could be remade. i pointed out a flat white is stronger, it’s a smaller ratio of espresso:milk. the barista told me, “you’re wrong, flat white just means no foam. next time you can ask for a smaller cup.”
i left, but should have just abandoned the latte on the counter. barista seemed very unfamiliar with standard coffee drinks and was annoyed i asked her to correct my order. she was so rude about it, i will not be coming back here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 1
Makamae
Every neighborhood needs one!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
lily
rude, entitled, snarky, arrogant blonde at the front who should be fired lol.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Raphael Sim
The Expresso infusions are masterpieces. The Tropical Storm Popcorn is a two bowl minimum because its so addictive.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Romaine Crawford
Very good place for socializing. Large drink options but minimal food. Great spot overall.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The Travelling Crone Curiosity Shop, LLC
I met my friend early on Saturday morning had some good coffee and some espresso coffee cake and we sat and planned our trip over to Kailua kona. The girls at the counter were great and I definitely will be going back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Eric
Everything about this place is great but the coffee. Nice atmosphere, plenty of space to sit. Decent looking pastries, and they have a bar at night. Sadly ive been here many times and NEVER had a decent coffee. And thats not being pretentious, mcdonalds coffee blows theirs out of the park which is saying more than it should. Theyre always busy and overhyped so they do fine, but curb or somehwhere else is going to have cheaper coffee thats actually drinkable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 3
Diana Lo
I stopped by for a quick breakfast sandwich before running errands. There’s usually a line but it goes quickly. The staff is exceptionally friendly. I got my sandwich to go and was pleasantly surprised that it still came on a plate. It had a beautiful cheese pull and hit the spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Breakfast Sandwich
Dan Brown
Got thrown out after ordering and sitting quietly in the back. Apparently they didn't like the way I looked.
B K
Talk Kaimuki is more than just a coffee shop—it’s a space that brings people together. This was for a special event however i’ve been before. Nestled in the heart of Kaimuki, this cozy café radiates warmth, making it the perfect place to start your morning, catch up with friends, or dive into a good book with a great cup of coffee in hand.
The coffee is rich, smooth, and crafted with care, while the menu offers a mix of fresh pastries, wholesome bites, and locally inspired flavors that keep you coming back. But what truly makes Talk Kaimuki special is the atmosphere.
At night it goes from coffee to comfy where Brit, Noah, and the team escort you to nirvana! Whether you’re looking for a quiet spot to work, an inspiring environment to create, or a wind-down/turn-up, this place delivers. Staff are a true reflection of the owner.
Talk Kaimuki embodies the true spirit of the neighborhood. If you’re looking for more than just coffee—if you’re looking for a place to visit or belong—this is it.
The Wi-Fi is fast and the service friendly (the afternoon staff was great) but… The baked goods were quite bland, and instead of fluffy or moist a bit gummy. The tea wasn’t given time to steep before tossing milk in and was nothing special. The coffee was fine but again nothing special. It’s incredibly loud, and unless you want to sit in the back by the restrooms there’s no plugs which limits your time if you go to study or work (which is how we ended up there). Maybe cocktails are better!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 4
Chris Cornell
Great unique drink selection, casual, cozy place to study, plus excellent staff. Very friendly.
This Coffee talk cafe is awesome, Great customer service and people, and the coffee is delicious and they have the best Blueberry Scones, and they even have a customer microwave to heat them up so they just melt in your mouth, they also have a lot of other good dishes too 🤗🤙 💯%
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Danielle
Delicious iced lattes. On the strong side of espresso. Fairly large dining area to relax and read a book with your coffee. Friendly atmosphere as well. There's a small independent Bookshop close by too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Iced Latte
Ryan Y
Coffee Talk has been a staple in the kamuki area for a long time. One of the popular shops for college students to study at, it's large space allows for multiple individuals or groups to study or hangout. Their rich and creamy nitro cold brew is delicious. What elevates my rating of the drink is that there is no ice in the drink. Straight coffee, nice and cool. Not half filled with ice...so worth it. Lol I got the blueberry scone, large, moist and not too sweet. I think its from another place they order from, but regardless I really liked it. My coworker got the meat quiche (they have a vegetarian one too), he said it was okay, but he won't get it again. I saw a few things I want to try...definitely going back to eat the breakfast sandwich. Staff is friendly and nice. Atmosphere is inviting, matches the neighborhood.
absolutely loved this coffee shop until a bad experience yesterday. i can’t handle too much dairy so i drink “flat white.” i ordered one, tipped $2, then was handed a massive latte. i said, “wow, that’s a big cup of milk.”
i said i ordered a “flat white” and asked if it could be remade. i pointed out a flat white is stronger, it’s a smaller ratio of espresso:milk. the barista told me, “you’re wrong, flat white just means no foam. next time you can ask for a smaller cup.”
i left, but should have just abandoned the latte on the counter. barista seemed very unfamiliar with standard coffee drinks and was annoyed i asked her to correct my order. she was so rude about it, i will not be coming back here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 1
Every neighborhood needs one!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
rude, entitled, snarky, arrogant blonde at the front who should be fired lol.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
The Expresso infusions are masterpieces. The Tropical Storm Popcorn is a two bowl minimum because its so addictive.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very good place for socializing. Large drink options but minimal food. Great spot overall.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I met my friend early on Saturday morning had some good coffee and some espresso coffee cake and we sat and planned our trip over to Kailua kona. The girls at the counter were great and I definitely will be going back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Everything about this place is great but the coffee. Nice atmosphere, plenty of space to sit. Decent looking pastries, and they have a bar at night. Sadly ive been here many times and NEVER had a decent coffee. And thats not being pretentious, mcdonalds coffee blows theirs out of the park which is saying more than it should. Theyre always busy and overhyped so they do fine, but curb or somehwhere else is going to have cheaper coffee thats actually drinkable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 3
I stopped by for a quick breakfast sandwich before running errands. There’s usually a line but it goes quickly. The staff is exceptionally friendly. I got my sandwich to go and was pleasantly surprised that it still came on a plate. It had a beautiful cheese pull and hit the spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Breakfast Sandwich
Got thrown out after ordering and sitting quietly in the back. Apparently they didn't like the way I looked.
Talk Kaimuki is more than just a coffee shop—it’s a space that brings people together. This was for a special event however i’ve been before. Nestled in the heart of Kaimuki, this cozy café radiates warmth, making it the perfect place to start your morning, catch up with friends, or dive into a good book with a great cup of coffee in hand.
The coffee is rich, smooth, and crafted with care, while the menu offers a mix of fresh pastries, wholesome bites, and locally inspired flavors that keep you coming back. But what truly makes Talk Kaimuki special is the atmosphere.
At night it goes from coffee to comfy where Brit, Noah, and the team escort you to nirvana! Whether you’re looking for a quiet spot to work, an inspiring environment to create, or a wind-down/turn-up, this place delivers. Staff are a true reflection of the owner.
Talk Kaimuki embodies the true spirit of the neighborhood. If you’re looking for more than just coffee—if you’re looking for a place to visit or belong—this is it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sandwich, Avocado, Brew, Blueberry Scone
Restaurantji Recommends
The Wi-Fi is fast and the service friendly (the afternoon staff was great) but…
The baked goods were quite bland, and instead of fluffy or moist a bit gummy.
The tea wasn’t given time to steep before tossing milk in and was nothing special. The coffee was fine but again nothing special.
It’s incredibly loud, and unless you want to sit in the back by the restrooms there’s no plugs which limits your time if you go to study or work (which is how we ended up there).
Maybe cocktails are better!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 4
Great unique drink selection, casual, cozy place to study, plus excellent staff. Very friendly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Coffee Talk, Breakfast Sandwich
This Coffee talk cafe is awesome, Great customer service and people, and the coffee is delicious and they have the best Blueberry Scones, and they even have a customer microwave to heat them up so they just melt in your mouth, they also have a lot of other good dishes too 🤗🤙 💯%
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious iced lattes. On the strong side of espresso. Fairly large dining area to relax and read a book with your coffee. Friendly atmosphere as well. There's a small independent Bookshop close by too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Iced Latte
Coffee Talk has been a staple in the kamuki area for a long time.
One of the popular shops for college students to study at, it's large space allows for multiple individuals or groups to study or hangout.
Their rich and creamy nitro cold brew is delicious. What elevates my rating of the drink is that there is no ice in the drink. Straight coffee, nice and cool. Not half filled with ice...so worth it. Lol
I got the blueberry scone, large, moist and not too sweet. I think its from another place they order from, but regardless I really liked it.
My coworker got the meat quiche (they have a vegetarian one too), he said it was okay, but he won't get it again. I saw a few things I want to try...definitely going back to eat the breakfast sandwich.
Staff is friendly and nice. Atmosphere is inviting, matches the neighborhood.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
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