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    Fiji Kava

    4.4 (57 reviews)
    InexpensiveCoffee & Tea
    Closed 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Leland S.

    First time for everything....my colleagues were talking about this so I decided to try this out. Here was my experience on an early Friday evening. AMBIANCE: Parking: Street parking, there's also structured parking on top of the building over (look for the ramp) Seating: 1 table with about 4 chairs outside and a few inside. Feels: It's not the most popping place in Honolulu and as usual, be cautious. It's near a lot of mechanic shops and random eateries but across from the community college. The space is simple. You got some plants, a table, tv, and a room decorated with news articles and enlightening quotes. Apparently it can be family friendly but a general place to just chill out and meet someone new. A pretty good hidden gem. FOOD & DRINKS: Kava Bowl (Cup) ($5) I guess they raised the prices but no worries. I full cup of kava....basically a bitter taste but nothing horrible kinda like drinking plain tea or black coffee. The effect for my first come numbed my mouth a bit and the second kept me pretty mellow. CUSTOMER SERVICE: Now here's the thing, it could either be the good vibes from Daya or the kava but at the end of the day I enjoyed the story talking and lessons discussed. TL; DR OVERALL: 4.5 stars. My oh my.... I don't think it's the kava talking either. The price seemed reasonable, vibes were pleasant, and experience was good. I can see myself coming back here. For those that are looking for an alternative fix from alcohol or that Devil's lettuce...give this a go! TIPS: * On Fridays he does serve food.

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    Suparerk T.

    First of all we were pretty sketched out finding this place. It was closing so we weren't able to sit but we were able to get a bottle of this Kava tea. We passed around this milk-tea looking thing and just took wiff of it like any other sus thing. "Okay smells like dirt. Aiite, lets drink this for later." Half hour later at a restaurant, two of us were feeling a subtle high and we didn't know where it was coming from. Two out of three were extremely happy for some reason. Food tasted great af. Was it the alcohol we drank? And why was it just two of us? At that time we didn't know but we tracked back to the things that two of us did that day to feel this way. Turns out it was because we took a wiff of the tea and we got high accidentally. Man this a good high - and we didn't even drink it yet. We feel so chill. Thank you Kava, we will be back very soon. Six stars.

    Roman M.

    If your in the mood for a relaxing enviorment with great company. Simply put you have to try Fiji Kava. Being a "noob" to the Kava experience, I have to say it was a unique flavor. Yet very enjoyable. For those who have not tried Kava before, well it is totally worth it. Kava, also known as yaquona or grog, is a mild analgesic, diuretic and stress reliever. It is prepared using the root of the piper methstyicum plant, part of the pepper family. Drinking it will make your body lethargic, tongue tingly and head fuzzy. A feeling of "yes, all is right in the world" will pervade. Kava also occupies a central place in everyday life in Fiji. The drinking ceremony is a crucial element of diplomacy and all of Fiji's important events are distinguished with kava consumption. Although non-alcoholic, it is the social lubricant, the deal sealer, the friend maker. Where there is a village, there is kava. Daya is a fantastic host and welcomes you to enjoy the Kava experience. He will explain the traditions and how it is made, what health benifits it has to you, and more. And when he cooks, it is some of the best Vegitarian food around. As for parking, Across from Honolulu Community College ( H.C.C.); Drive into the parking lot Between 1001 and 1007 Dillingham. Circle to the backside of 1007 take your right like your heading back to Dillingham, Just don't pass the exit gate. And you will find him on the right side. Under the Ramp. Just look for the Christmas lights.

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    Jennifer D. L.

    Stopped by to pick up some kava tea! I wanted to bring a little relaxation on the plane back to Cali.! The owner was very thorough in teaching me how to strain the tea.! I would've totally ruined it cause I thought it could be served hot! Anyways! He was genuine in his thoughts & words in regards to my questions! I left happy! Will be back for sure!

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    Hannah M.

    What an awesome experience! Our family came in for the evening to gather and celebrate a birthday. Daya welcomed us with true aloha, gallons of Kava and more food then we could eat!! It was totally relaxing to sit around and talk story, laugh and listen to some music as we ate and drank without a care in the world! Daya gifted our birthday girl with a lovely necklace and hand crafted pendant. He is such a generous spirit, always making sure we were doing good! Daya and Fiji Kava are a little gem for sure! Thank you so much for the memories Daya! Many blessings to you for years to come!!

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    The owner talked to me like I ask for a free drink. The drink was nasty and overpriced.

    Trekked from Chinatown to find this place - it was well worth the adventure. Daya is such a sweet man - When in Oahu again we'll be back!

    Daya is such a sweet man! We trekked from Chinatown and it was worth the adventure! Come see him! We'll be back!

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    Loved it! Daya is awesome and the Kava was AWESOME!

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    The Kava is great and Daya is awesome. So kind and personable, making the world a better place one kava cup at a time! :)

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    Hello Again

    Hello Again

    4.4
    (91 reviews)
    0.9 mi

    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.

    Went to China town with a group of friends, and we love coffee, café vibes and matcha. We ordered a…read morenumber of things like their tiramisu latte, matcha haupia (this one was great), cereal latte and the cardamom rose latte. We even sat, took some photos and enjoyed the cute doggie wall of photos. Unfortunately however, a forth down the latte we ended up throwing them away because the Cardamom latte had a live cockroach clinging onto the inside of the cup and upon further inspection, one of the tiramisu latte had a roach leg. We ended up throwing them all away! And talk about gross...

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    Inside the shop
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    Haupia Matcha Latte (Oat Milk)
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    Local Joe

    Local Joe

    4.6
    (626 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$

    Did my research to find Kona coffee for my upcoming visit to Vancouver, so I walked from home and…read moretook shelter in Local Joe's to cool off and order some 100% Kona Mauna Kea Estate coffee and have it ground. Liv was so delightful and clearly the right person for the job so I knew I was in the right place. In the meantime I ordered an iced coffee (which was delicious!!!!) and sat down and watched folks come and go. This is clearly a popular local coffee and snack shop so I will keep this place in mind since it's locally owned and operated and their decaf is processed via osmosis, not chemicals. That's a big plus.

    I honestly don't understand the hype surrounding this place, the reality is completely misleading…read more I called 15 minutes ahead to place an order. The employee took it and immediately hung up on me--no name taken, no "thank you," no "goodbye." When I arrived, the parking was a mess, so I had to be dropped off. Inside, the food display looked sad, and the cashier looked completely miserable and unpresentable. While waiting patiently on the side for 15 minutes, I watched the kitchen staff preparing food. Red flag: they literally microwave their eggs instead of cooking them fresh. After 30 minutes of total waiting time, I finally went up to check on my order, only to find out the cashier hadn't even handed my ticket to the kitchen yet. She sent it back right in front of me without a single word of apology--just a blank stare. I cancelled my order on the spot. Horrible service, zero management, and low-quality food prep. Save your golden time & money and go somewhere else. Definitely not a place where I'd want my food prepared!

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    Turkey Bacon Breakfast Burrito
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    Ali'i Coffee - Honolulu

    Ali'i Coffee - Honolulu

    4.7
    (400 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    Ali'i Coffee is such a cute little spot in downtown Honolulu. There's paid parking nearby, and they…read morealso offer online ordering, which is great if you're in a hurry. The café itself is on the smaller side, but the menu has a great selection of drinks and food options. I ordered the Royal Ube Matcha Latte over ice, and it was delicious. It's actually one of my favorite places on Oʻahu to get an ube latte--the flavors are balanced well, and you can still taste both the matcha and the ube. What really stood out to me was the staff. Everyone was incredibly friendly and personable. At one point, I genuinely thought a customer was a friend of one of the employees because their conversation felt so natural and welcoming, but they had actually just met. That's the kind of atmosphere they create. The whole shop has a warm, bubbly energy and feels very much like a neighborhood coffee spot where people know each other and enjoy being there. If you're looking for great coffee, friendly service, and a cozy local vibe in downtown Honolulu, Ali'i Coffee is definitely worth checking out.

    Located downtown near the corner of S. Beretania and Bethel St., directly across the street from…read moreKukui Plaza. Metered street parking or there's a paid parking lot right across the street on Bethel. There's also paid public parking jn Kukui Plaza. Clean shop. My drink and food were made fast. Got The Queen- I liked the toasted coconut topping. The espresso wasn't overpowering. Get an extra shot if you like that coffee taste. Wasn't too sweet. I just wish the drink was hotter. It was warm. The breakfast burrito was good. I would definitely try it. It was pricey- $15. There's a lid station. You put your own lid on your drink.

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    Mouth is watering just taking this photo. This is the egg sandwich with everything bagel absolutely delicious. Great breakfast.
    Mouth is watering just taking this photo. This is the egg sandwich with everything bagel absolutely delicious. Great breakfast.
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    Bread House

    Bread House

    4.2
    (132 reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    Breadhouse Honolulu - Downtown Hours:…read moreMon-Fri: 6:30AM - 3:00PM Sat-Sun: 7:00AM - 3:00PM Must-Try: The banana bread loaf is my favorite--flavorful and perfectly sweet. Bummer I didn't get a pic... it didn't last long! Parking: Street parking is available but can be limited; there's also a paid lot nearby. Location: Downtown Honolulu - convenient for a quick stop or a relaxed breakfast.

    A co-worker and I go out and pick up breakfast a couple of times a week. It's usually dim sum, a…read moremuffin, breakfast bento, or pastries. When we want the latter, we gravitate to Bread House on Maunakea Street. They offer a variety of pastries, some of Asian orientation like red bean buns, char siu bao, and more standard offerings like doughnuts, bread, and rolls. They offer some interesting savory pastries, including an onion roll, which is a light roll with pieces of onion and mayonnaise, some with hot dog or sausage incorporated into the roll, and some strange (to me) rolls with corn and tuna. They sometimes offer blueberry cream cheese scones ... These are delicious, but I haven't seen them offered in a while. My favorites include the onion roll and the chicken curry doughnut. The person running the register could be friendlier, and you need to ask for a bag, otherwise you'll be carrying individual bags of pastries back to your office. I'll give them a 4+ rating for their pastries and a 2.5 for their "friendly" service.

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    Hot dog bun from Bread House.
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    Drip Studio

    Drip Studio

    4.7
    (155 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$$

    I'm so glad I got to try here! I've worked at multiple…read morecoffee shops so I know a good share about coffee. Let me tell you, Drip has GOOD coffee. The beans they use tastes nutty and chocolaty, very different from other coffee places I've tried. I can see Drip is passionate in what they do and they were very friendly and shared their knowledge of what they know.

    drip studio got the drip! haha i am so funny. sorry. anyway i walked in dripped out and walked out…read moredigesting uhhh very potent food laxatives. oahu's coffee scene for me is still a bit lacking, but drip studio has a lot of potential. location - near chinatown, hpu...easy to find since its all blue. everything is blue. giving percy jackson. service - baristas are super super friendly and nice! they are so fun to talk to. if you need to touch some grass just start a convo. the drinks - as i said were a bit lackluster. they rotate thru different beans and roasters apparently. i guess they were still dialing in when i ordered? i dunno cause unfortunately the coffee did not make me feel like a super powerful demigod who could battle a greek god and pummel his sorry butt. cortado was alright. couldn't taste any notes except for maybe some fruit - it was quite acidic. milk was steamed well but a bit bubbly and i wonder if that's cause the acid in the shot curdled the milk. matcha was pretty good! handwhisked to order HOORAY!!! too sweet with vanilla syrup added so get it non sweetened. they also have food, hojicha, chai etc. overall not bad but may need to dial in better. service needs NO improvement they are all expert extroverts

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    Cold Fashioned with house made cold foam
    Cold Fashioned with house made cold foam
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    Tea at 1024

    Tea at 1024

    4.4
    (388 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$

    Every time I have tea here whether it is with friends or if it is by myself I am always amazed at…read morehow terrific the service is here. With their menu now having a seasonal rotations I am constantly in for a delightful surprise. I was last there during the Christmas Menu. My favorite sandwich there is hands down the Smoked Salmon but that Roast Beef Crostini was fantastic. As it was Christmas I was there when everything had the cutest Christmas Trees. Even though the setting is really quite intimate and close and can at times get loud you do not really feel that when you're seated at your table. The staff is super attentive and great at making you feel welcomed. I definitely will be back in the near future!

    This is for my catering experience with Tea at 1024…read more For Galentines, me and my girlfriends decided to take the experience to us. The ordering process was easy thanks to their amazing staff. Their guidance from online ordering to communication over the phone and text, they made our event successful and memorable. There was 5 of us , with a moderate appetite. So, We went with two orders of the "Catering - Sandwiches TO GO" and one order of the "Catering - Scones TO GO". Then our choice of their teas: 1oz Sakura Cherry Rose and 1oz of their Cookies and Cream, which is great with milk and sugar btw. 1oz =at least 12 pours of the tea. If you want 2oz =24 pours of tea. The sandwiches were also delicious, a cute tiny bite of flavor. Which to this day I wish I ordered more since I'm more of a savory girlie. You can choose the sandwiches from their catering or seasonal menu and it comes in 4 pieces. We ordered: Sandwich flavors 24 pieces 1 Sweet egg salad (4) 1 Smoked Salmon with Dill Creme (4) 1 Nutella & Strawberry (4) 1 roasted veggies & hummus (4) 1 Crab & Cheese (4) 1 Cucumber & Avocado (4) My personal Favorites were the Smoked Salmon with Dill Crème and Roasted veggies & Hummus. The scones only available flavors were vanilla bean & earl grey and it also comes with potted cream and jam packed in a to-go cup. If you decide to host a little tea party with your girlfriends, I highly recommend trying them out.

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    2 Tier - High Tea Time (pot of tea, salad, assorted sandwiches, petite sweets, scones, jam and cream included)
    2 Tier - High Tea Time (pot of tea, salad, assorted sandwiches, petite sweets, scones, jam and cream included)
    You get to choose your own teacup. How cute is this?
    You get to choose your own teacup. How cute is this?
    Yummy scones with cream/jam

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