Ilima cafe
130 Liliʻuokalani Ave, Honolulu
(808) 922-4911
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Skip it. The food was mediocre & severely over priced even for Hawaii on top of awful service.
Im not sure if the server decided to take a break. Clocked off or got kicked off the clock but after bringing us our drinks and taking our food order he disappeared. The other two ladies working would not even make eye contact. The entire restaurant of guests were pretty annoyed. Plates come out at different intervals, this was happening to all the surrounding tables as well. After the kids food was dropped off the server left, another 10 minutes or so before our food came out. We tried to ask for refills and she wouldnt make eye contact or acknowledge. She just dropped the food and ran. We finally flagged her down after leaving the other table next to us. $7 for kids chocolate milk and $7 for juice served in tiny glasses.
Loco moco gravy was like sludge and the meat was raw in the center. At that point we just paid and left since we didn't want to wait another 30 minutes for it to be remade and couldn't get a servers attention.
This place was a disappointment and a dumpster fire.
This place is seriously the best for breakfast. The service is so friendly, and the whole restaurant is spotless. I love the chill vibe; it's perfect for a relaxing morning. And the food? Absolutely amazing! I highly recommend checking it out. Plus, there are no birds and insects.
Visited May 29th 2025. The food was very good. I had the loco moco with the fried garlic rice. And the rice was the best I’ve had on the island so far.
Thought was a very good and reasonable option for breakfast for the area. Not too crowded and the breakfast options and value was decent given its waikiki
Rowena and Erna were very sweet and attentive! Their coffee is some of the best I’ve ever had.
I can't figure out why this restaurant isn't busier - it is a hidden gem. Great food, fantastic service, and doesn't feel like you're crowded and bustling all the time like most restaurants in Waikiki. We are here three times, no wait, no complaints.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ilima Surfer, French Toast, Portuguese Sausage and Eggs, Papaya Boat
Delicious food! I ordered the Veggie omelette and it was great. Very filling and full of veggies.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Better than eggs and things and you don’t have to make a reservation.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Corned Beef Hash, Side of Hashbrowns
Excellent food and service. Erena was so nice! Definitely recommend trying it and would come again
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Overall positive experience. Food was quick and decent. Standard steak and eggs with side of hashbrowns. Being a couple blocks from the beach, significantly less crowded and worth the quick walk.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
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Dreadful. Waiting at the door 10 minutes to be seated with half the cafe free. Not one member of staff approached.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Very mid food. Go to eggs and things if you want GOOD.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 2
We came here every morning for breakfast after trying a few places, the food quality is second to none and the prices in consideration are extremely cheap. We loved it here and the ladies were so accomodating and always made us laugh.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Toast
Nice cafe to have a breakfast
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nice setting. Our waitress was friendly. Small portions for big $$$. My wives eggs were barely cooked and watery. My omelet was pretty good but still small for what it cost.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
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