50 Best Coffee Shops near Waimanalo

“I visited for the first time in February of 2023 and loved it. We didn't have an agenda other than to relax. Getting ready to make our second trip next month. Is it fancy? No, but the peace is worth more than gold. If you're looking for a peaceful and relaxing stay....wait, why am I telling you all about this place? I'm sure you can find a better place to suit your needs and desires. This probably isn't what you're looking for. I hear that the military resort in Korea is nice. You should check it out.“

“A hidden gem, though you’ll need base access (Military ID or Veteran’s card) to reach it at Bellows AFB. Once you’re through the gate, no special ID is required to order. I’ve enjoyed everything I’ve tried here—the quality is consistent and the staff is great. They even offer a mini Starbucks menu for those looking for familiar favorites. If you're visiting during a special event like the Christmas Tree lighting, expect a 10–15 minute wait, but it’s well worth it. If you have the credentials to get here, consider yourself lucky!“

“Good breakfast special but needs to add black tea to menu“

“Our son took us there when we were visiting. Best coffee I have ever had. Never bitter“

“Top notch customer service, healthy smoothies, and delicious coffee and matcha. Ohhh not to mention their scones and cookies were delicious. I placed a large order for my work and the owner Micah was incredibly kind and helped me to my car. Would 100% support this local business again and again when I’m in the area!“

“Good not great, matcha is pretty solid quality but the hojicha is just okay. It feels like more of an afterthought as it’s the less popular of the two. I do think the desserts are something I’d like to come back for though. I hope they source a better hojicha powder in the future for their lattes. Plenty of seating as well.“

“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.“

“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 shop is always rotating roasters and coffees they offer. I ordered a pour over with notes of cherry from their adventurous section of the menu (it was very cherry) at the bar and the friendly, knowledgeable baristas brought it to where I was sitting. Good spot to try something new.“

“great sandwich. good service“

“BOMB.com !!!!!! Thank you for the amazing service especially from Reece, Sasha, and Cadence absolutely crushed making me ‘The Perfect Match-a’. Strawberry shortcake matcha is normally my go-to (it’s insane) but I think this holiday flavor is 10/10. Vibes in here are so cozy and fun.its a regular spot for me and my gfs. Mahalooooo!“

“We had gone to the “Coffee and Matcha Fest” and it was severely disappointing. So, we left and came here instead. We were blown away! Great coffee, fantastic matcha, and incredible flavors. Be warned, parking is sparse but it is worth the walk.“

“Best coffee, best toast. Best experience!“

“The coffee here is delicious! They used Honolulu Coffee beans, which they also sell. Coffee was great. Wildflower honey latte was lightly sweet and had a good taste. Drip coffee had a delightful aroma too and was well made.

2 tables and benches for seating. As well as 2 counter height seats with an outside view of the street.

Connected to the Hi Climb gym. A spot where a lot of gym goers grab snacks and coffee. Kitchen can get backed up as there was only one person taking orders, making food and coffee! If you go here on a weekend morning, be prepared to be patient for your order - we waited about 20 minutes, which is understandable as they take a lot of orders and drip coffee takes time!“

“YUMMMMM!! This coffee shop is not only beautiful, but they have a large, unique menu with lots of local Hawaiian flavors. I left with two of their syrups to bring home. You can sub matcha for espresso in any drink for no upcharge, which I thought was cool. Street parking available.“

“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!“

“Aloha. Stopped by & had some awesome java & water(for our Pittie girl🐾) & sat outside talkin story & peeps watchin🤙🤙🤙🤙“

“Staff were efficient. The long Q move quickly“

“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!“

“Great iced latte, super fast service and the kindest gal processing orders! This spot is a total gem!“

“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.“

“I ordered a blended queen cappuccino and strawberry matcha latte the other day, the blended was not my favorite drink, due to the different kinds of flavors in it. The customer service, however, has been top notch. They're always friendly and I like the laid back feel of Knots.“

“Great coffee shop - I love the views!“

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

“Omakase was very good! There was a variety of sushi pieces and presentation was simple but carefully created! Atmosphere was quaint but roomy enough to the person sitting next to you. Domo Arigato Chef!!“

“It tasted different from FLORIDA.but other wise it okay“

“My friend and I went to Rise the other week for a late lunch, and I'm so glad we did. I really appreciated the low-key and comfortable vibe of the space. The upstairs adds a lot of extra room and every table is positioned to offer privacy. I don't eat Keto all the time, but the chicken and chaffles had a lot of really good flavor and I did not miss the sugar or wheat flour. It also felt really good to know that I was eating something healthy, without having to worry about the ingredients. Our food and drinks were prepared promptly, and I thought everyone there was friendly. The real winner for me was the mac nut latte. It is gritty (with chopped macadamia nuts) which surprised me at first, but I liked it because it added to the nutty flavor. I find myself still thinking about it. I like my coffee strong, and I love the flavor of mac nuts so this is a winner in my book. I work nearby, and am glad Rise is there because there aren't many good coffee houses in the area in my opinion - let alone one that offers fresh and healthy meal choices. I'm grateful Rise is in Kaimuki!“

“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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

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

“Cutest coffee shop in Kailua… such a good flat white, great vibes, sweet baristas, and their merch is always on point!

The owner, Courtney, created an incredible place for the community to come together here in our special little town.“

“Daily Whisk = matcha heaven ☁️💚 I LOVE this place. Free parking right in front (though limited), otherwise you’ll need to pay to park at the lot across the street. Their matcha is chefs kiss 🤌🏽 - high quality, perfectly balanced, not too sweet, and they keep it authentic with the bamboo whisk. Their hojicha is also amazing and one of my favs to get on island! Lots of milk options (oat, almond, soy, etc.), some seating but no wifi. Definitely one of my favorite matcha spots in Honolulu for a clean, true-to-flavor cup!“

“The miso salmon entree was tasty and not overly salty. My guest's juicy hamburger sandwich was cooked to perfection and juicy. Our waiter was excellent! Friendly and attentive, he was perfection! Didn't realize the restaurant will soon be closed for renovation. I will return!“

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

“Great coffee! Great service!“

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

“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.“

“The Best Rockstar place on Oahu!“

“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!“

“Love this place. The ladies in the morning are awesome. They know a lot of customers by name and their drinks. The vibes are very inviting and happy no matter how busy they are. I love the turkey pesto sandwich there. They also can make a mean latte. ❤️??“

“This cute coffee shop is tucked away on a side street next to the main avenue. Excellent coffee, delicious banana bread, and super nice baristas! Most importantly, no line ◡̈ On a side note, there is also a location at SALT that has delicious ricotta toast.“

“The ultimate clean smoothie and crack seed place on a budget.I think I've easily found my #2 smoothie spot outside Lanikai juice and easily beats it for the value. While finding it off beretania is rough and parking even rougher (tight side alley action) the food and drinks are worth the wait. It's a legit hole in the wall run by a couple of aunties who are making clean and whole fruit smoothies in bulk it's insane. For a 32oz smoothie with any combo of fruit it's 10 bucks. Taste is super clean and you can actually taste the fruit chunks as you lap up this sleeper in your car. They also have a wide variety of crackseed stuff and gummies which I'd be down to try as the prices are quite reasonable. Easily a return spot !“

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

“When in Waikiki this place has always been our “go to” place for coffee and fresh pastries! A pleasant surprise occurred when we arrived 5 minutes before they open(@7:00AM) and saw a line of about 15 people standing outside the doors. As they opened, the line of people ahead of us directly when to the bag display area. Each then grabbed a linen bucket tote-10th Anniversary Edition. Being the last in line we decided to grab the last bag on the rack. The bag cost a hefty $75.00, but figured it must be worth it since people stayed in line to purchase the bag. One person in line commented that she had been there since 6:00AM! After grabbing the last bag, several other customers who entered after were left disappointed that they were out of
stock.“

“Greatest little coffee shop in Waikiki!Great crew, delicious food, wonderful coffee and of course Jen’s homemade breads and muffins!!“

“Love this place! I love coming by with my toddler and chilling for a bit in the cute chairs outside. Great drinks and quick snacks. Kailua Coco(a) is a must try. The staff is really kind and always chats with my 4 year old and make him feel welcome.“

“Easy parking and a nice ambiance with a shaded patio. It’s a busy spot, so finding a table to work or study can be hit or miss. They offer good unsweetened iced tea in three flavors: black, hibiscus, and pineapple green. I didn’t try the food, but the bakery items and hot dishes sounded great.“