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    4.5 (481 reviews)

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Bacon cheddar chive scuffin and Li hing float!
    Donna O.

    I'll sure miss this place when they close next month in July 2026 especially their yummy scuffins which is like a scone/muffin! Scuffins and the other desserts are baked daily and if you're lucky enough to go early in the morning then you get what you want. I just love the cheddar, bacon & chive scuffins and the matcha with white chocolate or the everything scuffin with cream cheese were good too! A lot customers come here for their morning coffee or drink. My work friend was going to treat me a dessert recently for my birthday but I requested this instead since they are closing soon and got to get 2 of my bacon, cheddar & chive scuffins!! If you haven't tried here, you have to try the scuffins before they close! They may have one day old scuffin for a good price!

    Scones - must try!
    Dan A.

    Same great service and ambiance. Have tried a variety of their scones. Highly recommended. They are all good, but the everything bagel is one of my fav.

    Kathleen L.

    HOOOO their bacon cheddar biscuit is da best ever. I always get this one. The matcha biscuit, also slay. Not too sweet, very balanced. HEAT IT UP. The white chocolate becomes ooey gooey and melts into the biscuit while the chips on top stay crispy. I just wish the matcha flavor was stronger. The banana biscuit was good, but the banana vibes were very subtle. I would probably skip this one.

    Black sesame latte (no caffeine) and Cloud 9 Trio (from left to right: Cold brew, cortado, espresso)
    Romyn S.

    I got a hot black sesame latte and it was so good, I could really taste the black sesame! The drink itself was smooth as well since sometimes when black sesame drinks are made, they can get a bit gritty. They do have a cold option as well. When we went in there, the baristas and cashier were cool and friendly! I asked whether the flavor is strong with hot or cold and they gave a definite answer! My sister got the Cloud 9 trio which is an espresso, cortado and a choice for the third one of either a sparkling drink, cold brew or something else I don't remember. My sister got the cold brew. IT'S A LOT OF CAFFEINE so prepare yourself, coming from the person who got a non-caffeine drink. Atmosphere - Your typical coffee shop vibes with a few tables and the mix of people working on their laptops at a table, some people talking and drinking their drinks and people coming to grab a drink and head out. They do have bar seating when you walk into the right. I don't remember how many people but at least 4 seats. Service - Cool and friendly, they know their drinks. Cost - My black sesame latte was around $7 - 9 and the cloud 9 trio was around $9 - $12. I don't exactly remember so that's the range accounting for if you tip. Parking - It's in SALT so you can park in the structure or do metered street parking. Location - In SALT around the corner from Morning Brew, right under the SALT sign. I would definitely come here again to try their other coffees AND to get a pastry because all those pastries looked SO GOOD!

    Granola bar, matcha lattw
    Brian H.

    Baby loved the granola yogurt Matcha little too sweet but taste great. Taste more like Greenpeace based latte not like w matcha powder

    Bacon cheddar scruffin, latte, matcha scruffin
    Annie B.

    Food/drinks: coffee is solid and strong, but you MUST come here for their bacon cheddar scruffin!! Atmosphere: cute! Lots of seating inside but even more outside in the SALT plaza Service: super friendly!!! It was a nice start to the morning! Price: as expected

    Everything but the Bagel
    Victoria T.

    9Bar was recommended to me from a friend and it was a great recommendation. I loved their scone muffins and that they are made in house. The employees were so sweet and lovely to talk to. I got the Iced Mac latte, which was really good and unique. Do check out this spot and get a latte and scone muffin :)

    My hubby's favorite! Bacon flavored
    Cindy F.

    Every Saturday, my hubby and I have the wonderful decision to make about whether or not to eat breakfast out. There are times we want something hearty but there are other Saturdays when a cup of Joe with pastries is the perfect answer. When pastries tug on us, 9Bar HNL is always a candidate on the list of choices for us. Located in SALT Kakaako, there's lots of parking paid in the lot and in the street. They have limited indoor and outdoor seating. But, there is outdoor seating all over the SALT complex. Service is wonderfully patient, friendly and helpful. What a nice way to start our weekend morning! The ambiance? It's a coffee shop where people are enjoying a delightful start to their day with good food, coffee, and conversation with the sounds and aroma of coffee preparation in the air. We love the scuffin! What's a scuffin? It's the merge of a scone and a muffin! The scuffins are not too sweet. It's just right for us. All of their flavors are wonderful. I typically go for the sweet and hubby likes the savory. So, we get to taste the best of both worlds! Cream cheese you say? I have tried almost all of their scuffins with cream cheese but personally, when I can't make a decision I choose blueberry or mango. I love my scuffin warm. It's soft on the inside but I love the slightly crunchy edges! For my better half, his fav is the bacon scuffin. He truly believes everything is better with bacon. They also have a chocolate sandwich cookie filled with peanut butter. That calls me every time I see it. I have not tried, yet. So tempting but I am trying to be good by limiting myself to one pastry per week. I will have to give in (maybe during Christmas) sometime soon. They also have specials so it's a good idea to follow them on Facebook. As for their coffees, we have yet to be disappointed. I usually have one of their iced lattes and my hubby enjoys their pour over. There's no doubt we will be back.

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    Larene U.

    Every single time I come here I always feel welcomed by the staff and they're always attentive and helping you with a smile. I really appreciate that and it's one of the reasons I enjoy coming here over the other cafe options at SALT (there are many). My go-to is definitely the scuffins, and from my experience their drinks have also been well-made. I have tried their matcha and regular latte and have never been disappointed! I noticed a lot of locals come here as regulars. I definitely also see myself as a regular here as well lol.

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    Marilyn B.

    Lots of parking, be sure to scan the QR code and to validate before you leave! Cute coffee bar in SALT. Great service! Check out the array of drinks and snacks!

    Bacon chive cheese scone muffin
    Mie A.

    Always love going to 9Bar! My favourite are the scone muffins. The bacon chive cheddar is the bomb and I like the matcha white chocolate too.

    Matcha and white chocolate scruffin + iced hojicha latte !
    Kylie S.

    Im a huge lover of Hojicha lattes (roasted green tea) whether it's here or in Japan! This is my first review of 9bar but not my first time here and definitely won't be my last! Located at SALT, they changed parking in the structure and outside lot from ticketing to camera monitoring. You'll have to pay online using a QR code and use QR validation as well. They monitor via license plate--but not sure what happens if you don't have one. Service is wonderful, everyone is friendly and seems to know the regulars on a first name basis! They're also so efficient and helpful with the menu if you need suggestions. I just returned last week from Japan and was missing my daily hojicha lattes, so I stopped by here in the morning and ordered it iced with half sweetness and oat milk. Also grabbed a matcha and white chocolate scruffin which was warmed and delicious. Definitely satisfied the cravings. It's a small space with a few tables and counter seating. Good to study, can get a bit chilly, music choice is great but can get a bit loud like any cafe. When you're done, make sure to do your part and take care of your trash while returning any cups to the cart.

    Blueberry cream cheese scone and latte
    Hitomi O.

    Stopped by 9Bar HNL in the morning to hang out with a friend and really enjoyed it! I got an iced latte and a blueberry cream cheese scone. The scone wasn't too sweet, just right, and had a nice texture. The latte was delicious and well-made, and I appreciated that they offer lots of syrup flavors and milk alternatives to customize your drink. The cashier was super friendly and kind, which made the visit even better. The ambiance was great: bright, modern, and welcoming. It was definitely busy and a bit crowded when we went, and there weren't any seats available inside, but we managed to find a spot outside to sit and chat. Overall, such a nice local café to grab coffee, relax, and catch up with friends. I'll definitely be back!

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    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.

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    Hello Again - Banana bread matcha latte

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    Hello Again will have me coming back again! My friend Li Y. recommended we stop by here so I could…read moretry their matcha. I'd been curious about trying their matcha offerings, so I was excited. We came on a holiday morning, and there wasn't anyone inside. The cafe is cute and vibey! Love how pet-friendly it is with the polaroids--I'd definitely bring my pup here. There's also a decent amount of seating to hang out or work at. Service was fine. I ordered at the register, and she made my drink immediately. I was intrigued by their Haupia Matcha Latte. I love all things Haupia, so it seemed like the perfect match. I got the Haupia Matcha Latte with Oat Milk, and it was superb. I loved how creamy it was, how the sweetness of the haupia shone, but the earthiness of the matcha was still there. I'd definitely recommend this drink and am curious about their others. Hello Again is a nice cafe addition to Chinatown. With all the cafes in the area, it's worth a visit if you're a matcha lover like me. Find the cafe off Nuuanu Ave., unassuming on the outside but nicely sized once you go in! Parking is limited to the street or nearby municipal parking.

    Hello Again is a cute little spot in Chinatown that's perfect for a quick matcha pick-me-up,…read morewhether you need to get some work done or just relax after strolling the neighborhood. They have small tables and cubicle-style setups with charging ports, so it's easy to settle in, sip, and work if you want. I came mainly to unwind and try a few of their matcha drinks. The banana bread latte is one I personally like, and the haupia matcha has a nice coconut kick. The ube matcha latte was just okay--the matcha overpowered the ube and the flavor kind of drifted. Not sure if the powder was a bit heavy that day or if the water temperature played a role, but I wouldn't order that one again. There are still other flavors I haven't tried, plus milk alternatives like oat milk available. A fun touch is the cameras they place on the tables so you can snap photos of your drink, yourself, friends, or whatever. Just know they may post some of the pics on their social media from time to time--it's a cute way to bring the community together. Hours are short, so check their socials before heading over. Overall, I love the aesthetic of the café and the matcha is decent for a quick fix. I'd definitely come back.

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