My son told me about a place with great acai bowls so I wanted to visit and try. It's on a small street on the left, right before you get to the Royal Summit sign. Drive into the Calvary church parking lot and you will see their Cafe. The Acai bowl was absolutely delicious. There's plenty of bananas, blueberries, and strawberries on the top with granola and macadamia nuts. I've never had mac nuts in my acai but they were yummy!. The size is perfect and well enough to fill you up. They also have a large size that you can probably half with someone. It's huge. I had my first one on Tuesday, went again on Friday. After the first try, I couldn't resist and had to go again. I'd totally recommend. Cost for regular size was $10 and the large was $15. BTW - they also have lots of fresh fruit cups, smoothies, sandwiches,... I also heard they have dinners on certain nights too. read more

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Best kept secret place for acai bowls. Very strong coffee for a good price as well. Cute atmosphere and staff is always friendly. I came here to study many times! WiFi available. The aunties and uncles always get the lunch plate specials which they seem to enjoy too :) read more

Recently had the Sunday dinner : Teriyaki Chicken with rice and a carrot, celery, pasta salad. It was all good and I do enjoy the Chicken Salad Croissant with grapes, but will have to take a photo next time. I also like the Soba salad and Fruit cups. Sunday & Weds Dinner menu changes so call & find out what's cooking! Mahalo! read more

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My friend told me about this place when we were talking about açaí bowls. At first I thought he was joking that there was a place that sells açaí bowls at the Calvery church. It is funny that I live in Pearl City and have passed that place a lot of times and never knew it existed. The açaí bowls are the best. I get the large and it's pretty big. The toppings are generous and the macadamia nuts give it a nice touch. The workers there are always nice and friendly. Since my friend told me about this place, I come at least once a week. They also have a stamp card when you buy an açaí bowl so that's a bonus. read more

This is a hidden gem and one of my secret study spots in the area. This coffee shop and bookstore are located inside the Calvary church. There is ample parking for churchgoers and customers of the cafe. Service and Ambiance: Outstanding and super friendly staff. The best thing about this cafe is that no one really minds how long you stay, and I've never felt guilty buckling down here for a few hours to study. It gets a bit busy and noisy when there is a church service, but otherwise, it's usually quiet. There is lots of seating inside and outside. Seating ranges from high tops and standard tables to couches. Super cold AC, and free wifi and wall outlets. Price $-$$: Relatively affordable price for quality drinks. It is one of the few places where you'll be able to get coffee and matcha lattes for under $5. Food is also very reasonably priced. Food and Drinks: I ordered their matcha latte, tea, and coffee, which were all delicious. Coffee is strong and tastes as you would expect from Honolulu Coffee beans. I've also ordered their acai bowls and they were generous with portions. Overall, I'd recommend this cafe, especially if you're looking for an affordable coffee study spot without going into town. read more

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By far the best place for açaí bowls. Never been more satisfied with their large açaí bowl. It is huge and worth the price. For once, I have gotten full off this bowl. The staff there were so friendly and helpful. I would definitely go again and I highly recommend this place. There are a lot of other foods and coffees that they have there also which I would like to try. More reason for me to go back. read more

Calvary Cafe and Bookstore - Large Açaí Bowl. They had to cover it with foil to keep it closed. - Bookstores Near Me - Aiea, Hawaii

Perfect place for everyone! Atmosphere was very friendly and cold AC. We ordered the Guava chicken plate that came with White rice, Cole slaw, and a drink-pssspt.. they have orange bang.... Go get your blessing experience here at Calvary Cafe and Bookstore! read more

Calvary Cafe and Bookstore - Guava Chicken white rice and Cole slaw with a drink. - Bookstores Near Me - Aiea, Hawaii

I stumbled upon this place because I was looking for coffee shops in my neighborhood that wasn't Starbucks or Coffee Bean and I left pleasantly surprised! This cafe is in the same vicinity as the Calvary church, and upon entering I was welcomed by nice and friendly staff. I liked the array of fruits and fresh food that they had to offer in their display and I told myself to come back next time to try their açaí bowl and plate lunches! I also really liked that majority of their drinks were in the $5 range and that they used coffee beans from Honolulu coffee company. My latte came out nice and strong, but also delicious! I will be back! Thank you Calvary cafe! read more

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Probably the best açaí bowl I've ever had. Extremely friendly people who catered to our every needs. Very chill environment. My family and I will definitely go again! read more

I enjoy their food very much. They have such a variety of foods in a good price. I love their coffee is reasonable and it's very good quality. I also enjoyed my sunset smoothie as well I love they asked if I wanted whipped cream. The staff are so sweet and welcoming. I got my order right away. It's an amazing bookstore with so much variety of versions of the Bible with commentaries. They have supplies like highlighters and tabs too! I love the collection of authors and topics. Such a great place to study with a beautiful view. They also have couches to lounge as well. It's a place I enjoy to get my work done. read more

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Wow this hidden gem is great! It's tucked away on the mountain side of Aiea next to a church. I been living in the area for many years and never knew about this place until now. They offer coffee, tea, and cafe baked goods at affordable prices. There is lunch special on Sundays! The place is very calming and scenic. Great spot to have coffee/tea with friends. read more

Service is great! Staff is super friendly, and food is delicious!! Gonna try their acai bowls. Good price and delicious. Generous portions too. read more

Calvary Cafe and Bookstore - Acai - Bookstores Near Me - Aiea, Hawaii

I had a very busy morning and hadn't had my coffee. I stopped here as I love the vibe! Everyone has a heart of Jesus ! I ordered an iced caramel macchiato. Oh boy! It was the best I've ever had!!! Cat(sp?) you are a fantastically blessed barista! This place is amazing! read more

This is absolutely my favorite place to look for books on biblical studies, bibles and reference books written by renowned Bible scholars like RC Sproul, CS Lewis and Chuck Smith. A must visit place if you love Christian resources and apologetics. They also have good food at the cafe. read more

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What a random find! I was filling up gas in Waipio and wanted to get coffee. There aren't too many coffee shops nearby in the area, but i was also planning on grabbing lunch in Aiea that day, so this was a very perfect find! It is located in-between Newtown and royal summit on church grounds. The church itself is HUGE! It appears they have a cafe, church itself, and a school. The cafe is right in the middle of it all with a large outdoor seating area. The location is very nicely manicured and lots of parking available. The coffee itself is from Honolulu coffee company and it seems cheaper! If i lived in the area i would totally go here all the time. Its way cheaper than going to Starbucks. 2.25 for a 8 oz latte is unheard of! They also have a glass case with fruits, salads, and sandwiches. On the TV screen there was one hot item of the day which was spaghetti. I skipped all of this since i was heading out to lunch. I would go again if im ever in the area and needing coffee, but otherwise i will stick to town cause it'll come out the same with gas money realistically. read more

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The e komo mai açaí is my personal favorite on island. Kitchen staff are so kind and considerate. If you live in the area you have to try this place out! read more

Great service! Food is good! Great selection of Christian books for you and your children read more

Calvary Cafe and Bookstore - Bookstores Near Me - Aiea, Hawaii

Located at the Calvery Chapel of Honolulu on Komo Mai Drive in Aiea, this little bookstore/ Cafe is the perfect quiet little spot to stop in for a snack, quick lunch, and coffees. There's a pretty big parking lot, the bookstore/ Cafe is located to the left just as you enter the parking lot. There's a pretty good selection of Christian books, that I need to look through when I get a chance to visit on my own. My kids enjoy stopping here for a snack after the playground. There are a lot of tables and chairs to sit and relax outside. The prices here are very decent, and everything to eat and drink are great from sandwhiches, to fruits, parfaits, muffins, and then some. This has become one of my favorite spots to visit after playground time with my kids. read more

Calvary Cafe and Bookstore - Curry Chicken Sandwhich. $5 - Bookstores Near Me - Aiea, Hawaii

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A true hidden gem in the Pearl City area! Koinonia Cafe is located in Calvary Chapel Honolulu, BUT you don't need to be a church member to go! They serve various cakes, muffins, sandwiches, plate lunch, açaí bowls, soft serve ice cream, and other snacks, but what they make best is their coffee. They serve Honolulu Coffee and make both hot and cold coffee drinks. You can customize with different syrup options (25¢ each) and they have a few alternative milk options too. They also serve milkshakes (no dairy-free option, unfortunately) that are basically frappuccinos. BUT everything is a LOT cheaper than Honolulu Coffee and Starbucks, but just as delicious. I've also heard a lot about their giant, delicious açaí bowls, but haven't tried them myself yet. I plan on doing soon! There is a large, free parking lot to park in. There is lots of available seating both inside and outside of the cafe, including couches too. read more

Calvary Cafe and Bookstore - Kona Coffee Milkshake - Bookstores Near Me - Aiea, Hawaii

Finished up hiking the Waimano waterfall hike. Since my husband picked the hike I picked the coffee shop. I found it on Yelp. Wasn't sure what to expect as I scanned the Yelp reviews quickly. It was located in a church bookstore. There was plenty of parking outside. The grounds were so clean and manicured. They did have a really large nice bathroom outside the shop. The bookstore has lots of Christian based books and work guides. Christian talk radio was playing. The food and coffee drinks were very fairly and reasonably priced. This was refreshing. Lots of muffin, breakfast sandwiches and fruit. The lady working there was friendly and informative. I got the hot latte with almond milk. It tasted very weak and watered down but alas I just opted to drink it anyways. They use Honolulu coffee so not sure if that is the normal taste for that brand. They had lots of outdoor seating. Appeared to be a bible study going on outside. Clean with fair prices. If I go again I'd probably ask more questions about how the latte is made. My husband got plain coffee and enjoyed it. read more

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This is the BEST kept secret in Pearl City! I LOVE this little café , I go there twice a week I think. First off LOCATION: So this cafe is located in the bookstore of the Calvary Chapel located off Komo Mai Drive in Aiea. You drive down the driveway, church is on your left and they have a nice big parking lot on the right. Park there and walk across the driveway to the bookstore/cafe. HOURS: I still have to call them each time I go as the cafe runs off of the church and school hours and if their chef/owner is there cooking or not. Best to call to make sure they are open and still serving the food you want. FOOD: OMGOSH! They have the biggest and best acai bowls ever! I literally have eaten dozens of them and I eat them so fast I have forgotten to take photos!!! ugh... I will get another one this week I am sure so I will edit this post. lol The large bowl is only $12 and comes with everything! Acai, bananas, strawberries, blueberries, coconut, granola, macadamia nuts, honey.. sooooo much goodness. They also have a lunch special every day. They just serve ONE hot item per day and it changes every day. The chef is amazing and the food is all over the place. Sometimes it is gourmet pizza slices, sometimes homemade meatloaf with garlic mash potatoes. That is why I call each time I go. 1-Find out what the special is and 2- make sure they still have as they sell out fast! They also have pastries, pies, salads, fountain drinks, bottled drinks, snacks etc. You can take your items to go or sit in their cute café /bookstore area. You don't need to be members of this church to enjoy the café. If you plan to go on Sundays, I think the café opens after church service and it can get busy. But it is a great environment, so go and enjoy! read more

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I love this cafe, the staff is so friendly and the quality of drinks is amazing for the affordable price. I ordered the matcha latte and it was honestly one of the best matcha lattes I've had in a while. Will be coming back to this cafe to study read more

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As a student, this is my favorite place to study and get work done close to home. The staff here are always kind and helpful, the refrigerator/display window is always stocked with breakfast, lunch, and snack options (dinner freshly made on Wednesdays), and don't even get me started on their açaí bowls. Oh my goodness the açaí bowls are SO delicious and made to literally overflow with toppings. I also enjoy their yogurt cups, sandwiches, and lattes. WiFi here is free and the ambiance is perfect. Plenty of seating, from chairs, to high chairs, and even couches. The open window wall brings in a lot of light without blinding you. I definitely recommend this place if you're looking for an all-in-one spot without driving to town. read more

Calvary Cafe and Bookstore - Açaí bowl - Bookstores Near Me - Aiea, Hawaii

Excellent service and the best staff!! Great food with free parking. Fresh fruit and ono homemade dessert. A great place to get fed with God's word and with good food. They also have awesome acai bowls too!! read more

Salad was very fresh, and sandwiches were great. Very reasonable priced,,and friendly staff. Nice place to eat lunch on patio, and enjoyed the view read more

Great service, friendly staff, caring too...and great salads, sandwiches, and the best is their ACAI BOWLS! The BEST on the island!!! Oh, my hubby loves their fresh baked chocolate chip cookies too! read more

Okayyy...whaaaat?! This neighborhood coffee shop gives you the most on an acai bowl. We didn't take a pic because we were wayyy too busy enjoying it. The ladies gave a ton of strawberries, blueberries, Mac nuts & bananas. We love it here! read more

Hands down my favorite place to go study or get some work done for a few hours. They have plenty of seating and their coffee is priced way better than any other coffee shop on the island and still tastes amazing! The staff is very kind and the atmosphere of the cafe is peaceful. If you happen to be looking for a quick lunch, they serve something different every day of the week and it always tastes great and I can't forget to mention their acai bowls which I absolutely love! Last thought and one that really makes me appreciate this cafe is that their restrooms are always always always so clean! If you're in the area and looking for a cafe/coffee shop this is the place to go! read more

The best and biggest Açaí bowl on Oahu. Check it out! Soft serve, sandwiches, coffee, smoothies, hot food. Good, good, great! Friend staff and a quiet setting. Check it out and review yourself. read more

Love it here! Beautiful scenery and wonderful church, thanks for making my day just that more special!

This was the perfect place to setup my laptop and get some work done. Meanwhile, they played Worship music that set the environment in a positive direction and good vibes. I enjoyed a delicious breakfast sandwich, cup of grapes, pastry, and coffee! I can't wait to go back! read more

Books and grindspray without ceasing. Go, but plan your visit with the Lord. It will surely benefit you.

Awesome friendly service! Tasty food! Comfortable atmosphere! Where else can you feast on the Word of God and enjoy the bread that gives us life! read more

Was visiting Colorado and came upon this cafe. Wonderful place to get coffee and awesome area to bring your work, read or meet up with friends. The latte I had was amazing and the workers were so kind and lovely to chat with. read more

They have plenty of seats both indoor and outdoor, and I could stay there for hours reading and working. The staff are very friendly and they have good coffee at very reasonable price. read more

After church service it's great to fellowship with others and grab a quick bite to eat before heading home. It is newly renovated, and it looks so much more open and inviting now. There's are lot more seating room in the cafe now. Books, Bibles, greeting cards, and gifts have been condensed down, but there is still quite a selection to choose from if you're looking for a quick gift. As far as food selection there's seem to be more choices. No more soft serve but that's ok since they have different kind of ice cream. More choices in snacks of the kids and adults. Lots more healthy choices too like salads, fruit, sandwiches, and yogurt. On Sundays there is a plate of the day. You can order ahead then pick up after the service (no need to stand in line and totally legal, according to Pastor Stonebreaker). They do serve Starbucks coffee but for iced coffee drinks it's one size only. The smoothie selection is smaller but seems like they kept the really popular ones. read more

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Went here looking for breakfast. Sort of got a school cafeteria kitchen turned cafe vibes from this place. The coffee was okay. Service was awkward. Not bad but just ok. They only had bagels and other baked good for breakfast. Don't expect bacon and eggs. I guess that they have a good curry chicken salad sandwich, none were available when I went in the morning. I did notice a worker washing several chicken breasts in the sink. She wasn't using gloves and proceeded to handling other stuff in the kitchen, in-between, without sanitizing her hands. So take your risk. Overall, not bad if youre in the area and need a coffee. read more

Pretty modern cozy atmosphere here that makes and sells local Kona coffee and teas Offering light snacks and ice cream bars and has a special menu on a surfboard which is not for sale by the way there's a nice study area tables with a long row of books on the shelf for you to peruse it does get crowded in here when the students are in school during lunchtime hours be mindful you can always go outside where lots of seats are if you do not prefer Indoor air conditioning Acai bowl was pretty good and coffee even better lots of parking! read more

It was a very relaxing atmosphere people over nice very affordable. Looking forward to going back again.

The Chapel Store on Komo Mai Drive in Aiea is the best kept secret in town! This book and gift store doubles up as a great meeting place serving the most delicious coffee, tea and snacks. Appears the prices are kept at low to encourage the gathering of friends as well as the stop n shop convenience to those that enjoying doing more than one thing at a single location. Have been a faithful groupee of this place for a short while now. Not only for their delicious coffee, but as much for the breathtaking scenery in which to bask and the super friendly service by Frank and Aaron. Thanks guys!! Thanks also for the help in choosing out and getting wrap on a birthday gift for my brother. I believe he will be pleased. If not...I will enjoy wearing a slightly large, definitely quality t-shirt. Hahah. Today I discovered yet another reason to love this place...it's called: "Flavor burst" cones. Okay, now I know I will date myself with this comment but...I haven't seen this yummie treat since McDonald's days, when I addictively would visit them every single day for a flavor burst cone!! LOVE THESE !! Don't know why they were discontinued a number of years ago...still I am not going to question a blessing, now that I have found them again. As it is, I will have to come back multiple times to this cafe to try all of the wonderful flavors there is offered. This single gal is almost ready to commit and be made into an honest woman! Almost. :-) read more