This is one of my favorite coffee places to come to! I have a list and it's part of the rotation…read morewhich keeps things fun! My favorite is the Dark Cloud Latte, black sesame syrup and espresso....sooooo good! The staff is always friendly! On this visit I got a shot of espresso on the side. I could've added it to the drink, but then it changes the flavor. The relaxed environment is always welcoming! Mahalo again Bluetree!

A Cozy Cafe with Friendly Staff, but the Coconut Latte Missed the Mark…read more I stopped by Bluetree Cafe in Kakaʻako around 3 PM with my cat, and the staff were genuinely friendly. They all came over to say hi to my cat, which was such a sweet and welcoming touch. The cafe itself is very cozy and beautifully decorated, and I really enjoyed the atmosphere. I actually came specifically for the coconut latte after seeing it in their Yelp photos. Unfortunately, the drink was quite disappointing. There was a fairly long wait - around 8 - 10 minutes for one cup. It seemed like one of the baristas was new and another staff member was teaching her, so I completely understood the delay. But when I finally received the drink, it didn't taste anything like the coconut latte I was expecting and it's the most expensive one though. I've probably had couple of hundreds coconut lattes, so I have a pretty good idea of what I was looking for. I asked the barista if she might have accidentally made a regular latte instead of a coconut latte, and she assured me, "Yes, it's a coconut latte." I took several sips, but honestly, it tasted more like a cold brew to me. Since I had my cat with me and the AC inside was also quite strong, I eventually went outside and just enjoyed hanging out with my cat instead. I really wanted to love this place because the atmosphere and staff were so nice. If the coconut latte had been made correctly - or tasted more like the coconut latte shown in their photos - I would definitely consider coming back. For now, though, I'm not sure I would make a special trip back just for the drink. I hope they improve the consistency because the cafe has a lot of potential.

This review is only for Coffee…read more I was almost hesitant to make the line just for Coffee, but I'm so glad I did. First of all, they have a really efficient operation, so the wait to order was minimal. Then you go to another section to wait for your order and considering the people waiting, it wasn't bad at all. The only thing is it was a little crowded to check out their merchandise and let me tell you. I eyed alot of cute things! I had the Island Latte hot and my daughter had it cold and both were SO GOOD, with Macadamia Nut and a hint of Coconut. Well worth the wait!

Açaí bowls were 10/10. We came back twice in 1 day to enjoy them!…read more The staff is super friendly & while the wait is long it's definitely worth it.

Update....Have you been wanting to try the Erewhon smoothies like the famous Hailey Beiber drink?…read moreWell it's here in Hawaii. It's so good with the chunks of dates . The mint is refreshing and so many health benefits with the blue and glow drink. Also...did you know that Everyday prides on all clean/organic products? They use natural sweeteners no refined sugar and get this....Malk milk IYKYK... this milk brand has no gum or fillers just either almonds or oat with water salt. Coffee is great here. All of the staff is on another level good looking and very helpful. Make this your work/study spot it's a beautiful place good music playing and lots of seating options. By the way Lava is open upstairs with contrast therapy cold plunge and sauna and hyperbaric chambers.

We came pretty early in the morning and found parking in the parking lot with no issue…read more The cafe area is welcoming and aesthetically pleasing. We ordered 3 drinks to go: 1) Strawberry Glow Smoothie- a very well made smoothie and tasted delicious. However for the price point I don't think I'll be buying again. 2) Small Matcha Latte- unfortunately my boyfriend wasn't able to finish his drink. It tasted mostly of milk with a splash of Matcha. 3) Hojicha - I always get this when it's available at any cafe. Their Hojicha was very well made and something I would go back for.

A cozy corner in the heart of Kaimuki :)…read more I happened to find this place when I was searching for cafes around the area, and it did not disappoint. Honey Matcha Latte is my current favorite: just the right balance of matcha, milk and honey :) The vibes are so nice. You'll be greeted by the green green plants (which are actually for sale!), and then grab a drink down the hall. I also like how they have a "Sip & Chill Zone" where no ipads or computer work are allowed, so you can just relax and talk story. This is my favorite spot because I can just do some people watching by the window as I sip my matcha latte. It's a nice place to detach from the hustle even just for a while.

I want to start off by saying, my boyfriend loves this place! This is easily his number one go-to…read morespot for coffee, matcha, or just picking up a plant. The environment they've curated in here is so unique, it's something you can't really replicate or find anywhere else on the island. The photos show a couple of our favorites. Lee Jae loves the Sakura Matcha and I'm all about the Lavender Matcha. Their syrups are house made too, which is a huge plus and something I always look for in a cafe. I do wish they did have more milk options though! I love soy milk but always have to opt in for regular milk. Other than that everything still tastes amazing! The service is top tier every time, and they even bring the drinks right to you. The staff is so welcoming and they really know their plants, so if you ever need help or you're hunting for something specific they've got you. If you're in town or visiting, it's definitely worth stopping by for a drink or plant!

Q: What is a barista's favorite exercise? A: The French press. Sheryl had told us to check out Kona…read moreCoffee Purveyors at International Marketplace and what an amazing suggestion. Without a doubt, this was the best cuppa coffee on the trip.Upon walking in, the place smelled amazing. The two of us ordered a black sesame latte, shared an affogato, and tried a Konawaena pour over (Kiwae honey, roasted macadamia, and milk chocolate) pourover. The affogato was amazing. I was on an affogato kick that whole trip and this place did it the best. If you're in the Waikiki area, it is well worth a visit to Kona Coffee Purveyors. You will not regret it if you're a coffee fan.

Unfortunately, this was a very disappointing experience. The hospitality felt poor and the staff…read morecame across as impatient rather than welcoming. I ordered the 100% Kona coffee option and paid the additional charge for it, but the drink itself was poorly crafted. When I politely asked if it could be remade, the response was essentially that remaking it would not improve the quality of the drink. Rather than offering to remake or replace it, I was told I would need to pay the difference to order a different coffee--even though I had already paid a premium for the 100% Kona option. I understand that not every drink will turn out perfectly. What bothered me much more was how the situation was handled. A specialty coffee shop charging a premium for its coffee should be willing to stand behind the drink it serves and make a reasonable effort to correct something a customer is unhappy with. The combination of the poorly made drink and dismissive service made this a particularly disappointing visit.

Small and cute little café. There's very small amount of seating inside. It wasn't AC-ed when we…read moregot there so we sat outside, which is also very scenic. Kinda sunny, windy, while being shaded. I got the hojicha latte, it was good but like ¼ of the cup is just foam. This would be a good spot to just chat or study at.

It's another Sunday search with my hubby. We wanted something small for breakfast and decided to…read moregive Cafe Lapin a try. Sunday street parking is free so we parked in one of the metered stalls on Sheridan Street. Free parking This place is located on the 3rd floor. We opted to take the stairs to get our steps in but there is also an elevator available. The shop is very tidy and for seating, inside there is a communal table for up to 6 and a table for 2. Outside there are tables on the lanai area. The menu is limited but has both sweet and savory options as well as a good selection of coffees and teas. Today we tried the Guava with cream cheese and Black Sesame with cream cheese. The bread made made both yummy! Both were not too sweet and served in a lovely presentation. Prices were pushing the wallet for the serving size however, I can understand it because of the time and effort that it takes to make the toast presentation make you do a double take. Overall, the service was good and we did not feel rushed at all. We were able to slow down our typical pace and just enjoy each other's company. This definitely a place I would love to share a mommy-daughter breakfast excursion.

I've been wanting to come here for months! I finally had the opportunity to! I'm so happy I did!…read moreThere was so much to choose from-pastries and drinks! My hubby missed out! Great excuse to go again! There was a line, but it moved quickly. You could tell which items were popular cuz their spot was empty. However, they were quickly replaced. Everything was delicious!!! I did bring some items to share with coworkers. I bought my breakfast and lunch from this quaint bakery. It took me back to my visit to Japan! Loved it! Will definitely be back!!!

I needed to occupy myself after I dropped hubs off for his first cataract surgery…read more After doing some retail therapy at NR I had half an hour to spare. Hubs had to fast from 6 am for his 2 pm surgery so I thought he would probably be starving and would enjoy a delectable salt and butter roll from here. At $4.50 a piece I consider this a luxury for us. I found a close stall in the parking structure. A very cheerful polite male employee took my order. I had seen two occupied tables as I walked into the shop. Both had matcha drinks. Why not? I asked the young man assisting me, what's the best matcha drink? He said his favorite was banana matcha with extra banana foam. Okay I'll try it. He repeated it to the cashier. So popular there was a wait for beverages to be prepared. Soon enough mine was ready. I think Doc would enjoy this drink. This shop is a working bakery. Many yummy pastries displayed. Menu is posted high up above to choose from. Rather tiny shop with room for customers to stand in line to order and wait for drinks. Clean, busy with a few tables and chairs outside but pretty much in direct sun.

My obsession with Daily Whisk when hubby & I are back on the island every winter is borderline…read moreunhealthy. 2 strawberry matchas with oat milk for the lady (1 to enjoy immediately, and one for later or if I drink the first one too fast lmao!) 1 dirty matcha + no sweetener + extra shot for the man. No kidding. We even got a round of drinks for the morning of our wedding (picked up by my honorary bridesmaid ). The servers are such sweetie pies here. Will rave about this place endlessly. Can't wait to get my favo matcha on the island in December!!

a great spot for matcha and hojicha! they have a solid regular menu and a unique seasonal menu that…read moreblends their flavors well. we loved our seasonal mango matcha and the regular strawberry matcha. they also have macadamia nut milk! they have about six parking stalls right out front and the municipal lot across the street is convenient but paid parking. I do just wish they had their menu more accessible from the entry because right now it's only visible when you're already at the register.

My new favorite coffee shop around Honolulu. The coffee is amazing and I love how unique the shop…read moreis. I love that your can order your coffee in bottles so you can take it home for later. I got the caramel macadamia cold brew and raspberry iced latte. Both were amazing and tasted great. The bottles lasted me 2 cups with ice. They have a wide selection of food and drinks and the Japanese infusion is pretty cool. Drinks are pricey, but not much higher than the rest of the island. Service is very friendly, although it can take 5-10 minutes to get your order, even if it's a single coffee. There is street parking and limited seating inside. When I gets busy, it can feel very cramped inside, but the food quality makes up for it.

Parking: street parking in front of cafe, lot located near the back (park at your own risk)…read more Service: counter service, quick service Ambiance: casual, with a couple tables inside to hang out Food: would recommend their blueberry matcha! cafe offers drinks made to order along with their pre-bottled drinks. Not all the flavors offered in the bottle form are made to order and vice versa. Make sure to check out their rotating specials !

I've been a big fan of their coffee for a long time, but never actually made it to the cafe until…read morerecently. I loved the spot! It's super easy to get here walking around Kaimuki, or there's free ample parking right behind the business with a rear entrance too. It's cozy with a great bar area, small tables for conversation or work, and a wine and beer selection for evenings. On my visit I had a black iced coffee and a coffee cake; both were delicious! The staff was welcoming and friendly. Prices were reasonable for the quality. I'll definitely be back soon!

curb...idk about you bro. i'm gonna be a bit harsh since they market themselves as specialty and…read morealso i am a picky over- caffeinated brat. first location - LITERALLY on the curb of some small strip. funny looking decor, try to find the pic of the abg. that means asian baby girl by the way. service was fast and nice especially since we came 10 minutes before closing. cortado was okay. tad bit overextracted. decent amount of brightness, some chocolate notes that are masked by the bitterness. idk if this was their recipe today but i saw a piece of paper saying 18g in 30 g out. that ratio is unfortunately not working for me! not sure if they pulled too long or this was just a crappy ristretto . however milk was steamed well! the matcha latte belongs on the curb, homeless depressed and broke. tastes like cow milk and not the lush greenery of japan. at least it was hand whisked but WOW did they just like whisk green milk powder or what?? UGHHH i really wanted to like this place too. maybe i'm just more sensitive to espresso right now since i'm on my deriod