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    ALO Cafe

    4.4 (44 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Ceivy M.

    The Aloha Matcha Latte with mango was something else. Maybe a little too sweet, but an experience nonetheless. As I ordered they let me know they were busy that morning so my drink might take a little longer to be ready, which I was ok with. My drink was ready in under 5 minutes, so if they consider that slow... Thanks for having the dog bowl and free water!

    Sang Yoon K.

    Very nice layout. Got the acai bowl, bit expensive but it was delicious. I like my acai not too soft and they had it just that way!

    Hawaiian wrap and kale salad. Love the acidic dressing!
    Quinn V.

    If you are looking for a yummy and healthy place, I love this plant-based cafe. Extra points for eating there with the food served on real plates and flatware with no waste! Their water cups are glass, too. You can get the whole menu all day which is nice. Good amount of seating. Support a local small business. It's Japanese-owned. Good service. Well-behaved pets allowed. One of my favorite places to hang out. You can get validation for the parking structure, too.

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    Patricia S.

    My niece and I decided to try this plant-based eatery located on the Auahi Street side of SALT in Kaka'ako. First thing we noticed was that it was dog friendly as there was a bowl of water outside the establishment. The menu looked interesting, and having a special $12.00 food & drink paring was what we went for. We both ordered the Avocado Toast (crispy only on the outside crusts but flavorful in the center), and Homemade Ginger Ale, which was refreshing and not too sweet. There isn't a lot of seating but we managed to find a corner spot until something more roomy opened up. The place was hopping, with customers waiting for their meals being served before we were, which was okay. The folks that run the place are friendly and accommodating, and even apologized for making us wait. Lots of parents and kids and a man with three little dogs came in for lunch. They also sell different types of honey and little cooler bags. A lovely little spot I'd highly recommend.

    Tantan Curry Noodles w/ fresh pineapple juice
    Lauren I.

    ALO Cafe is one of my favorite places to eat in Kakaako because of the friendly service, aesthetically pleasing & amazing plant-based food (large portion sizes!), & cozy ambiance. Service is also very efficient - I've never had to wait over 10 minutes to receive my order - so it's perfect for days when you're in a rush or on your lunch break. Make sure to try their $12 food & drink special, it's such a great deal! Coconut Curry w/ Sautéed Veggies: 11/10, INCREDIBLE!! I can't believe that this curry is gluten free & entirely plant based because it tastes significantly better than any other curry I've tried (& I've tried many). There's something magical in this curry, I swear. The mild spice level is perfect for me, & the vegetables perfectly complement the curry. I don't usually enjoy asparagus, but it tastes great with this curry! Mango Jammin Coffee: 10/10, such a unique twist on standard coffee. This is one of their specialty drinks & I can see why - the coffee is quite strong, yet blends really beautifully with the sweetness of the mango. I enjoy eating the mango bits too :) Avocado Toast: My friend rated this a 9/10, it's a good avocado toast with the perfect amount of seasoning. The bread was toasted really nicely too. Banana Bread: 10/10, exactly what great banana bread tastes like! The banana flavor is strong & the bread is really moist. Lots of banana breads that I've tried in the past have either been really dry, don't have enough banana flavor, or sometimes a combination of both, but this banana bread was anything but! Tantan Curry Noodles: 11/10, just like the coconut curry, this one is also SO delicious!! The noodles were perfectly cooked, the spice level of the curry added a nice kick while not being too spicy, & the tomatoes & onions were an awesome addition to the dish.

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    Winton F.

    ALÔ café has this nice small cafe vibe that I really enjoy. It's one of those places that just feels comfortable. Fits the chill SALT vibe. I've been here a few times now and this time I got their açaí bowl with peanut butter. It's actually pretty filling - more than I expected when I first tried it. I've had açaí bowls around the island before, and this one's a solid choice. Nothing groundbreaking, but it definitely does the job. The thing I like most is just the warm feeling you get when you're there. It's got that welcoming atmosphere that makes you want to stick around for a bit. I'll probably keep going back. If you're in Kaka'ako and want a decent açaí bowl in a chill little cafe, it's worth checking out.

    Cora L.

    Located in SALT Kakaako near Morning Brew, Alo Cafe is a small-to-medium sized cafe. There is some seating inside with tables and a counter. There is not a ton of seating though so it might be wise to be ready to takeout. Inside, it has a very calm feeling with plants and boho decorations. The person who took our order was kind and our cacao bowl came out quickly. We got the small cacao PB banana bowl. It was good. Definitely a solid option for this bowl. It reminded me of the monkey bowl from Lanikai Juice. It was a bit pricey, as some of the items on the menu are. The food items range from noodle bowls to other bowls to acai bowls to toasts to drinks. They market the cafe as plant-focused with local and healthy ingredients so that might justify some of the price. It was a cute and sweet spot that we are glad we tried!

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    Vince I.

    Stopped by Alo Café and decided to try their Stress Relief drink -- and wow, the name truly fits. The vibe here is instantly calming: clean, earthy decor, light music, and that subtle herbal aroma that already makes you feel lighter before the first sip. The Stress Relief itself was perfectly balanced -- smooth, slightly floral, and just the right amount of sweetness. You can taste hints of mint and maybe chamomile, making it feel more like a wellness ritual than just a drink. Presentation was beautiful too; served in a sleek cup with care, which added to the overall mindful experience. Service was warm and attentive. The staff genuinely seemed proud of what they serve and took time to explain the ingredients. It's rare to find a café that blends wellness, aesthetic, and good flavor -- but Alo nails it. Definitely coming back to sample more from their functional drink lineup. If you're having one of those days, this little spot might be exactly what you need.

    Small Signature Açaí Bowl
    Jessica S.

    So refreshing it hit the spot! They do not have many drink options. But, water is free! The staff was nice as well!

    Acai Bowl (large) $16
    Amy Y.

    Grand opening special was worth the visit! Located in Salt at Kakaako along the outside. Cute and small restaurant with indoor and outdoor dining. The menu were all vegan options. It was mainly the acai bowls that caught my attention. I ordered the large acai bowl. The toppings were so colorful. There were banana, pineapple, strawberry, blueberries, chocolate nibs, honey, and mac nut. It was soo refreshing and yummy! Would love to be back for their other acai bowl flavors.

    Dan A.

    Nice cute cafe at Salt. Been to their downtown location and this one at Salt has more space/seating. Food -5/5 Ambiance -5/5 Service - 3/5 Service is ok. It is better at their downtown location. Simple things like acknowledging a customer is at the counter and greeting them would be nice. I was at the counter and the girl behind the counter just looked at me and continued on with what she was doing. Then after a few minutes another girl came up and took my order. We had a couple of their acai bowls and the vegetable curry. Acai bowls were good. Fresh fruits and nicely presented. It is a bit pricey tho. The curry was very good as well. Nice spice. Veggies were fresh. Despite being a bit pricey, the quality of food is good. Service could be better (ie like their downtown location). Great location at Salt so it's a nice cafe to hang out and have some coffee/food.

    Y YizrKealoha K.

    This place is amazing. Never thought that plant based food could taste this delicious!! The chef was so kind, came out and talked with us and let us sample their banana bread with some kind of coconut dipping sauce that was out of this world good!! We got their morning veggie burrito with hawaiian ginger lemonade combo and the fire cracker tantan ramen. Omg it was soooooo good!!! We will definitely be back! Portion size is very generous...Come to the windward side please!! We need more vegan options in Kaneohe! Next time I want to try the curry..chef brought out a sample and it was bomb.com

    Irene M.

    Welcome ALO! Look who's here in Kaka'ako ;-) ALO Cafe in the former J's location and I'm just so excited as I've been loving their smoothies and now that they're in Kaka'ako their Minty Hawaiian has always been my go to and it's all plant based vegan. Parking is easier than you think in SALT one hour is free without validation and with some metered street parking through the area getting a healthy yet yummy sip is now easy here at Kaka'ako, staff here are still new and wasn't as...prepared it seemed. Not only is everything plant based here it's not just the usual smoothies and açaí bowl but savory items like ramen, salads and coconut curry are available as well...how about free WiFi! There is one slight hiccup is the A/C...none here and seem to take in the natural breeze I guess but at this early morning time I was sweating and hope it won't be like this during the summertime. Lovely place with super cute decor and seating area is a welcome sight to this cool place in town. Thank you!

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    Delicious, and healthy food - the banana bread is Great ambience and vibes. 100% recommend.

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    My friend and I went and the store and food was Amazing! Very good coffee and açaí bowls!! Very cute store!! Definitely would come again !

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    everything i tried was so flavorful and fresh. the service was fantastic, and i really liked jesse boy's energy and vibe

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