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    Bean About Town Honolulu

    4.6 (217 reviews)
    Open • 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Quiet
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Cappuccino
    Elyse W.

    Best coffee place I tried on Oahu so far... as a coffee snob it rivals PNW coffee shops. Good & strong cappuccino, no notes (also less than $5)! Service was friendly where I asked them questions about the drinks I was interested in and my order came out so fast! More of a walk in coffee shop, only outdoor bench. Parking lot in the back but can be tight where I took the last visitor stall, even though I was the only customer inside at that time.

    ube scone
    Kyllie N.

    Cute little shop located in Kaimuki. Parking can get tricky during busy times, but there is parking available in the back or on the street. Workers get your drinks out quick, which is great. Tried an ube matcha latte & I'd say it mostly tasted like milk, rather than matcha or ube. The ube scone was good, although the ube flavor was also not super present. I would come back to try other drinks in the future.

    Larene U.

    The original Bean About Town is in Kaimuki :) their Waikiki location will be closing so this will be the main location. Their BB Hot Choccy is their signature and the drink I always get. I prefer it hot but they also can do iced! Always love the pretty latte art that they do when you get it hot. I also really love their Croque Monsieur sandwich. I love how simple and delicious it is - almost like a panini. Service is always kind and quick and I hope they stay for a long time! There are so many cafes in Kaimuki popping out but definitely stop by this one. The quality is never compromised and I can vouch that the drinks are great.

    Scones
    Ashley F.

    Bean About Town is a local coffee/matcha latte joint in Kaimuki, the hipster/trend center of Oahu. This area gives me Portland, OR vibes which was really cool. I tried their iced BB (butterscotch bourbon) latte per recommendation from their cashier, and I did like the coffee itself but didn't taste much of their homemade syrup. The BB syrup also does not dissolve properly and leaves a weird emulsion texture at the bottom and rim of the cup. If they reformulate the syrup to be more readily dissolvable in the latte, would give 4*. Their atmosphere and scones look great. I also tried my friends coffee which I liked more than the BB latte. Would be down to try again.

    Kendra V.

    This small little coffee shop is neighborhood treasure. The cashier was so friendly and warm on the Saturday morning that I went. I got an iced soy latte with their house made honey syrup and cinnamon and was impressed but the espresso. I am pretty picky when it comes to espresso and I found theirs delightful and smooth. I would defiantly recommend.

    Iced latte w oat milk
    Nicolette S.

    I have been to Bean About Time multiple times over the years, and love it every time. COFFEE: I usually get an iced latte, and each time it has been delicious. You can tell they use high quality beans and it has a smooth flavor. I don't even need to add a flavor to my lattes (although they do have that option). TREATS: I got a scone today for under $4 and have gotten banana bread in the past. Each baked good has been fresh and reasonably priced (sometimes scones are $6-$7 in LA) SERVICE: Each time I go, the barista is kind and friendly, usually talking story with a regular. They also make their drinks fast (less than a 5 min wait). AMBIANCE: Their store is tiny, really just made for ordering with a few benches. Outside they have a few tables and seating. They may also have seating on the street ("parklet") although most recently I didn't think to check. I have done work here before using a hotspot and have always found seating. It seems to be a more grab and go spot especially considering how tiny it is in the actual store. PARKING: They have a few stalls in the lot shared with the apartment building nearby marked "Visitor". There is also metered street parking in the area. Parking hasn't been an issue for me. Altogether a super cute local spot with high quality coffee. One of my faves on Oahu for sure.

    When On Waialae. Soy matcha latte w lavender syrup + canele.
    Randy S.

    I used to frequent this spot when it was The Curb. I always found it cozy and a nice comfortable place to get some really nice espresso shots. Nothing has changed about the atmosphere when it became Bean About Town. They have excellent local coffees roasted in-house and specialty single origins and blends brought in. That means you can get some very special shots pulled by the baristas, who are knowledgeable and friendly. It doesn't matter if you're are an aficionado or a casual novice to coffee. You will find this a chill and comfortable place to relax - they've put in cozy benches outside the entrance and some welcome tables by the stairs. Everywhere inside are wooden kokeshi dolls that express friendship. Take a look at all the different ones. They are really neat. In addition to espresso you can also get some specialty coffee and matcha drinks. There is some heated food, fruit breads, canales, and scones to get you going. A nice place to #keepitkaimuki.

    Leah H.

    So yummy! Love the in house flavored syrups they have! I ordered a butterscotch bourbon iced latte and like wow, super good! Loved the look of their hot lattes too. Espresso was smooth and not bitter. The merch is also super cute. They have the coffees they use for sale. Bake goods were yummy and fresh! We had great friendly service! I will go back.

    Jackie W.

    This coffee shop is conveniently located in Kaimuki across the park. It can be seen from the main road so you can't miss it. There's lots of parking in the area. Seats outside for you to enjoy your coffee. It took me a minute to understand the menu, seemed like there were little menus placed in different areas. Service was quick. Typical coffee shop prices. I paid $6-7 for my drink. I got an iced hojicha with kinako and black sesame. It was okay, it's what I expected.

    Tracy D.

    They have house made syrups. Order the white chocolate earl grey or the vanilla earl grey lattes. Those were good. Skip the BB (butterscotch bourbon) latte, although it sounds yummy, it tasted like milk. Unsure if the guy barista knew how to make it but I had to ask for another shot espresso. The lady who took our order was wonderful!

    Shakerato
    Jess C.

    * Shakerato - 3 stars ($5.75): A shaken iced latte. While the initial foam was impressive, it unfortunately disappeared quickly. I felt it needed a touch of sweetness, though they do offer sweeteners if you ask. * Blueberry muffin top with cream cheese - 3 stars ($4) - They bake in-house (unlike some of their other pastries, which are sourced from a local bakery). It was soft and fresh, but I was surprised it was served cold instead of warm or at room temperature.

    Hojicha latte, very strong flavor. Delicious! 5/5
    Lily T.

    Such a cute little nook. The baristas here are very friendly and helpful. Their space is small but good enough for what they sell. They have a small bench for indoor seating and a small space for outdoor seating. Hojitcha latte was delicious and more tea than milk which I enjoyed! A very solid tea latte. My friend had the Sakura latte and she loved it, esp because they have non dairy milk options (she opted for almond milk). 5/5 Would highly recommend if you're in the area.

    Jessica R.

    Okay so this is the most cutest coffee shop you will ever go too! The name itself is already catchy. They are in kaimuki right across of the playground. They have Parking but I did find street parking right in front of the shop. The shop is super small but they do have seating right outside. It does get crowded because every seat was taken the time I was there, but I took my coffee to go. Now to the fun part. I wanted a popular drink that everyone would get from them and the worker gave me a suggestion to get the iced BB latte. I got it and do not regret because its signature taste is butterscotch. It's like those butterscotch candy you used to eat as a child but make it coffee. YUM!!! I loved it so much especially because they didn't make it too sweet. It still was strong with a hint of butterscotch. Super good. I recommend.

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    I love their ice lattes. They have great coffee and friendly service. I always try to stop by while in Oahu.

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    Super sweet barista and DELICIOUS coffee. Try the banana bread warmed up. I'm a coffee snob and this place is .

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    Great verve coffee! If you love Bay Area coffee this is a must! I Usually order a Macadamia milk latte quad shot for only $8!

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    Such a delicious coffee! They also serve a ham n cheese sandwich. A good snack or lunch. Perfect because the little sweet pickles!

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    The two lattes were small but excellent. Nice area to sit outside but it's small (3 tables). Young crowd.

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    Best coffee shop in Hawaii by far. Roasts their own beans, high quality food. Would put more start if I could you have to try it

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    Great coffee selection! Great service! Reccomend it for people who really like coffee or who are from the PNW.

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