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    Ali’i Coffee

    4.5 (231 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Pastrami sandwich
    Toan D.

    Cozy and comfortable little spot with good coffee and food. We came a couple of times. Had the breakfast burrito and the pastrami sandwich. Both very tasty. They also have an array of pastries and other sweets. Friendly and efficient service. They have indoor and outdoor seating.

    Cold Brew, Ube Latte, and Mint Chocolate Coff-tail
    Joshua D.

    Largest drink was 16oz. Decent prices and very creative and tasty drink options like "Coff-tails". Love the ambiance of this place, limited seating offered inside and outside. It was like a coffee bar which was really cool, they even have cold brew on tap! The server was very kind in helping us understand the menu and the drinks came out so quick!

    Alexander G.

    I'm a big fan of coffee, so it was hard for me to believe I've never been here. I've had their coffee elsewhere over the years, but this cafe is a popular and nice one. It's at Ward Village so it's a convenient place to stop if you're shopping in the area. There's plenty of free parking. Outside they have a bunch of sidewalk tables; inside more including a larger one for a group. They have a full menu of coffees and smoothies, plus food for breakfast and lunch. Prices are reasonable for the area. The pastries disappear fast, so getting there early is necessary if that's what you're going for. The staff was very friendly and fast with orders. There was a constant stream of happy customers too. If you're a coffee fan, this one is worth visiting.

    I came here to study and use my computer, and I wasn't just taking up space without buying anything. I ordered a sandwich that cost nearly $20, but I had barely settled in and hadn't even had a chance to use the Wi-Fi. When I asked a staff member if they had ketchup or Tabasco, An old lady said she didn't and went to the back to get Sriracha. she stayed back there for quite a while, and as soon as she returned, the Wi-Fi stopped working on my computer. The timing was extremely suspicious. It felt as though the Wi-Fi may have been intentionally disconnected because she saw me come in with my computer and assumed I would stay there to use it. When I raised the issue, she insisted that nothing was wrong, even though the internet clearly wasn't working on my computer. I was a paying customer and did not deserve to be treated this way. This was a very uncomfortable and disappointing experience.

    Sadie N.

    Clean, spacious, strong, and delicious! Had their ube latte, recommended to me hot. The flavor was strong, milk wasn't too hot, and art with gorgeous. Quick service. Detailed menus previews to explain their drinks creative names. Outdoor seating available!

    Acai bowl with peanut butter
    Paul M.

    We stopped here just be chance early morning on a weekday and had a wonderful small little breakfast. We both had already had coffee, so we came here for a small bite to eat, which is kind of funny considering it's a coffee place. I got an acai bowl and my wife got a cinnamon toast thing. Both were really good and totally hit the spot. The cinnamon toast was somehow dry and delicious and perfect. It was like a crunch toast, that was dry and tender at the same time. The acai bowl was nice and thick, it didn't taste icy. I like my acai bowls like this. We're definitely going to come back here and next time we'll order coffee as well. The inside was nice and comfortable, there was another person there who had a cute dog that looked like a corgi/chihuahua mix, it added to the charm of the place!

    The Queen Latte
    Bob S.

    Love the new location in Ala Moana Center by the Food Court. Great vibe, excellent food and super good coffee. Owners are really cool too. Love this place

    Marissa K.

    The Iced Pistachio Matcha is a dream! Smooth, creamy, and perfectly balanced between the earthy matcha and nutty pistachio flavor. Not too sweet, very refreshing, and beautifully presented. Definitely a must-try!

    The prince iced coffee
    Chad G.

    Let's start off with service. The ladies working the counter were super friendly. It was my first time here and asked for her opinion. She suggested either the queen or the prince. Super nice. Coffee: "The Prince" which has hints of caramel and sea salt. Super good. You can really taste the sea salt and caramel. I got it iced and large. Will be drinking this the whole way back to the hotel. Ambiance: Great music and has outlets next to every seat, for those needing to charge their devices. Also pet friendly as I seen a lot of people coming in to get their coffee while walking their dogs.

    Cameron K.

    I love the banana coffee at Ali'i! the banana milk float is my favorite--it's a cold brew with a banana cold foam. 10/10!!!

    Pistachio Matcha + Ali'I cloud
    Megan M.

    This is probably my favorite coffee spot. Not too many tables to make it feel over hyped or crowded and not too small where you can't stick around. The staff is incredibly nice and welcoming. Their social media is enticing and makes you want to go. Whoever is behind their social media deserves a raise. My favorite drink to get is the pistachio matcha - it's perfectly crafted in my opinion. I haven't really gotten around to trying their food but I'm sure it's great because all their coffee choices are! I often order their banana chocolate chip bread which is super good, especially when heated.

    Lomi Salmon Bagel
    Sunny V.

    Very cute coffee shop with festive decorations and beautiful mural. The staff were welcoming and friendly when we asked about the menu. They have a variety of coffee, food, tea, and Dave's even ice cream. We ordered the Lomi Salmon Bagel, Masala Chai, and Island Breakfast Tea. The Lomi Salmon Bagel was pretty good and I liked the smoked salmon. I recommend the Masala Chai if you like black tea!

    Stacey I.

    When it comes to convenient cafes in Hotels, for some reason, I get skeptical of the quality, as sometimes, convenient cafes within proximity aren't always the best. However, Ali'i Coffee was the total opposite and SO yummy. I loved the variety of different cafe drinks they had. Whether you are into strong, bold cold brews, sweet iced lattes, or a classic hot brewed coffee, they have it here with local flavors and brews. They also have a variety of food options to choose from. I wish I had tried them! The staff here are friendly and approachable!\ The ambiance here is a vibe, and I loved the R&B music they were playing as well. It is a well-cleaned cafe as well.

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    Breakfast burrito and chia seed pudding is the best! Cute ambiance and great service.

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