The cutest cafe with options for coffee and tea, bakery goods, acai, and hot food (I have struggled to find a more dynamic breakfast place like this in the area). Conveniently located off the main road in Waikiki, perfect for mornings at/by the beach! They have options for grab and go or dine-in, with indoor and outdoor seating. Staff were extremely kind and knowledgeable on the menu items. I wish I took photos of the interior because it was just too cute! A beachy and boho vibe, with a wall dedicated to fins, and many other fun decor hung around the shop. The outdoor umbrellas are frilly and adorable as well. My strawberry matcha was delicious, and I was able to customize the sweetness level, fruit flavor, and milk type. My friend tried their coconut pastry and really enjoyed it as well. 10/10 recommend! read more

Hawaiian Aroma Caffe - Strawberry Matcha - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

They have daily happy hour 12pm-7pm Got mai tais for $7 ea and a berry açaí bowl for about $14. The berry bowl was so delicious 12/10 would totally recommend. The cashiers and servers were great and friendly read more

Hawaiian Aroma Caffe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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My wife and I stopped by Hawaiian Aroma Caffè after Easter Sunday service at a nearby church, excited to try it together. I had visited their sister location the night before in Waikīkī and had such a great experience that I told my wife, "If this place is anything like last night, we're in for something good." She agreed--and we decided to give it a shot. Right when we walked in, we were greeted by Colby, a tall, friendly guy with a great attitude. I mentioned my experience from the night before, and he immediately said he wanted to live up to that standard. That kind of response set a really positive tone. We ordered two Aroma Specials: Dolce & Banana (me) Nutella Latte (my wife) For food, we went with: P.B. Delight açaí bowl Turkey pesto panini Bacon & egg bagel Total came out to about $62, which we expected given the location near the beach. We grabbed a seat inside by the window (outside seating was full--no surprise on such a beautiful morning). Our drinks came out quickly--but unfortunately, this is where things started a little rough. We both noticed right away that something was off. My wife's Nutella latte didn't have that rich hazelnut flavor you'd expect, and my Dolce & Banana was missing the banana entirely. Honestly, they tasted almost identical. When I politely mentioned it to a staff member who brought out our food, the response felt dismissive and didn't really address the concern--which was disappointing and definitely not the experience we were hoping for. At that point, we decided to just enjoy the food and move forward--and I'm glad we did, because the food was fantastic. The turkey pesto panini was loaded with flavor, perfectly crispy on the outside, and packed with melty cheese. The bacon & egg bagel was hearty, well-balanced, and super satisfying. The P.B. Delight açaí bowl was the surprise standout--perfectly blended, fresh, and the peanut butter added an awesome richness that made it feel like a treat. Everything on the food side absolutely delivered. A few minutes later, Colby came by to check on us--and this is where the entire experience turned around. I let him know honestly: "The food is amazing, but the coffee missed the mark." Without hesitation, without attitude, and without making excuses, he said, "Hang on, let me fix that." I even told him not to worry about it--we were enjoying ourselves regardless--but he insisted. "Rick, I got you," he said. Within minutes, he came back with two freshly made drinks and a sincere apology. We took a sip and immediately--night and day difference. The Nutella latte had that rich, distinct hazelnut flavor. The Dolce & Banana finally had that smooth, balanced banana note Exactly what we were hoping for the first time. Colby is the MVP Colby completely turned this experience around. His attitude never changed--he was smiling, positive, kind, and genuinely cared about making things right. No defensiveness, no excuses--just great customer service and follow-through. That kind of service is rare, and it matters. It's evident that not all the workers have that same dedication to customer service but Colby does! What could have been a disappointing visit ended up being a great one because of him. Hawaiian Aroma Caffè--take care of this young man! He represents your business incredibly well. He needs to be leading your team on what customer service looks like and they need to follow his lead. From naming customers by their first name, to holding that perfect smile the entire time, to checking in with guests after receiving their meals and really caring about their experience. Colby naturally has it and should be showing every one how to do it as well! The Future Looks Bright for Colby and if you don't take of him, someone smart will! Final Thoughts Great food, great location, and a really cool atmosphere--but what stood out most was the service recovery. Mistakes happen anywhere. What matters is how they're handled--and Colby handled it perfectly. Because of him, we'll absolutely be back. Thank you again, Colby--keep doing your thing. You made our day. - Dr. Rick read more

Hawaiian Aroma Caffe - Colby coming through and making our coffee order right! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Great food and drinks!! Service was quick and everyone was very nice. Highly recommend! read more

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We had breakfast at this café for two days in a row and were very happy with our experience. The Turkey Pesto Panini was absolutely delicious, and the coffee was great as well. The atmosphere was lovely, relaxing, and welcoming. The service was friendly and everything was well prepared. We really enjoyed our time here and would definitely recommend this place. read more

Hawaiian Aroma Caffe - Turkey pesto panini and waffle - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Great service and the food was fast! The coffee was also amazing and it was a great value for what you get. Love that you can sit and overlook the beach and it's an affordable place. read more

Hawaiian Aroma Caffe - Eggscelent waffle (waffle, scrambled eggs, bacon, oranges ~$17) + coconut mocha coffee - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Yummy coffee. Regular latte was so smooth, not acidic or bitter. Service was kind. Love the beach vibe! read more

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We stopped by Hawaiian Aroma Caffe for breakfast because Vintage Island Coffee was ridiculously packed and we needed a place to grab food quickly before walking over to the zoo. Overall, it was pretty underwhelming. The acai bowl was very average and the fruit didn't taste fresh (honestly it felt like canned fruits). Coffee was also subpar and nothing memorable. If anything, the pesto sandwich my wife got was the best dish here. The space itself is very pretty and the service was okay, but overall this felt like a very standard cafe you'd find anywhere in Huntington or Newport Beach (for the SoCal peeps). If you're in Waikiki with limited breakfast options, it does its job. read more

Hawaiian Aroma Caffe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Stopped by here for breakfast and tried the waffles with fresh fruit and an acai bowl. The waffles were delicious and perfectly crisp, topped with nicely fresh fruit--definitely a highlight. The acai bowl was just okay, not particularly memorable, but still decent. The spot has a nice vibe and friendly service, making it a comfortable place for a casual breakfast. read more

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Skip Sunrise Shack and get your acai bowls here! Hawaiian Aroma Caffe was super chill, delicious, and had great menu options for families and big groups. Thoroughly enjoyed my acai bowl. I loved the granola, banana, strawberry, blueberry in my cup. The person at the counter was friendly. We found a table without any trouble. Highly recommended. read more

Great spot for coffeee and food They have a super spot to chill with bfast and lunch choices read more

Hawaiian Aroma Caffe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I love this place. The Dolce Banana coffee is a favorite of mine and I found a review I posted here from 2016 for one of their previous locations, that is how long I have been a fan. This visit for brekky was great. An early Saturday in Waikiki, we stopped in for acai bowls and coffee, picked a table outside, and had a really relaxing visit. Located at the end of the busy Kalakaua strip where it settles down, just before you reach the Honolulu Zoo, this is a great location to sit and relax. Nice music was playing, not a familiar Playlist which was nice to hear something new yet trendy. Views of the ocean and sounds of the waves if you sit outside, or indoor seating is available. If you are not staying in Waikiki, you can find nearby parking at the zoo lot or side streets (a lot less expensive than in the hotel lots). They have more than one location in the area so if this is not close to you, look online to see if another spot may be. Their coffee is worth it. read more

Hawaiian Aroma Caffe - Acai Bowls - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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We happened to stumble upon this caffe and were enticed in by their amazing pizza deals. They had a pizza and beer for $12 or pizza and cocktail combo for $15. I oped for the pizza and a frozen strawberry margarita. Both the food and the beverages were crafted to perfection . The pizza came out quickly -it's a personal pan size - about the size of an 8x4 flatbread. Service was fantastic and friendly. They have great daily happy hour. If you are looking for a quick lunch spot this is a place to check out for sure in between shopping or as a break from the beach ! read more

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I ate breakfast here every day for a week and was never disappointed. It can get busy so coffees can take a few minutes but it's worth the wait. Servers are friendly. Environment is cool and they have good music playing. They have sandwiches and waffles and fruit bowls. read more

Hawaiian Aroma Caffe - Medium Mocha - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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The Hawaiian aroma Café is so convenient from where we're staying. All the servers here are all kind and friendly with each other. It's nice to come into an establishment where everyone can have fun. Brings out some positive vibes. Very cool that there's seating inside or you can sit near the pool. The breakfast here is good and for reasonable price. The last time we had breakfast here we ordered the traditional waffle, two side of eggs and side of bacon. Of course we had to grab a hot latte for our coffee. The latte was good but more on the creamier side. Our breakfast came out nice and hot! Really liked that, even though this place was pretty busy! I would definitely come back here. read more

Hawaiian Aroma Caffe - Latte ( hot ) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Good place for happy hour , place is nice and clean and has really good lighting food is good and so are the drinks I liked the food an drinks , I wish there was softer seating that would have been nice but the service is fast and the staff was pleasant read more

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I popped into the Waikiki Walls location looking to grab a quick breakfast to start my day. As soon as I walked in, I noticed that it was very clean, bright, very open space with a modern touch. It was nice to people watch and enjoy breakfast while sitting outside. We got the Berry Acai Bowl with granola, strawberries, blackberries, raspberries, blueberries, chocolate chips, bee pollen & honey. We also ordered the Bacon Bagel with sweet & spicy mustard, crispy bacon, egg patty and cheddar cheese. We received fast, friendly service at a great price! read more

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Excellent coffee. The breakfast items are well done. We enjoyed the avocado toast, the ham and cheese croissants, and the egg / bacon bagel. The servers are very pleasant. One orders at the counter and then sits outside on the nice patio. We've had something here every day. read more

Stop by this cute little spot for happy hour from 12-7pm The service was fast. The food was good. read more

Hawaiian Aroma Caffe - Happy Hour 7.00 - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Minus the clubby music (even at 6:45am), this spot was great. To note, I ate nothing and ordered a non-fat iced honey latte twice. It was a really great honey latte. My last day I went somewhere else and was so disappointed, because it didn't live up to the one here. Why so great? The pellet ice is a MVP move. Not cubed, but small pellets allowing for more ice. It was really sweet honey, but not overbearingly so, and it was the perfect amount, and the coffee strong. I only treat myself to sugar in my coffee while traveling, as in the honey, so this was a lovely lil' indulge. Inside is beautifully designed (again, minus the club vibe music), and there are some outdoor tables. It's right at the edge of the main strip of Waikiki with some ocean views. Big fan of the iced honey latte here. read more

Popped in after surfing at Waikiki beach in the morning. We ordered an iced vanilla latte, iced tea (unsweetened), a caprese sandwich, and traditional waffle plate. Drinks were a great little pick me up and food was delicious. We ended up ordering to go so we ate while we walked, but it was still delicious. Not cheap as nothing is in the touristy areas, but I appreciate that the prices are reasonable. read more

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Very good Açaí bowls. Fun atmosphere... And, probably because they were also a "bar", they had a DJ. Definitely 100x better than having another Starbucks. read more

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I was looking for some Hawaiian coffee and found this little spot for breakfast on the first morning. I had some avocado toast, which was delicious and my husband ordered the breakfast special which he said was good but really small portion for the price. Thankfully the avocado toast was a pretty large size so he ate half, the coffee was amazing and the location was right across the street from the beach!! read more

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Just stopped by for coffee. Holy cow this place is LOUD. 900 AM and this place is boomin! 2 DJs pumping out the jams, making sure everyone is awake lol. Coffee was good. Service was fast. Took around 5 min. I got a decaf soy late with sugar free vanilla syrup. Yum! read more

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Wow! Amazing service from when I first entered to my departure! I came in, as my friend was already sat enjoying a drink! The mixologist Baylor was super friendly and very knowledgeable of his craft and curated the perfect cocktail for us. I was looking for something refreshing and light! I can't recall what it was, I can assure you that anything he makes, you would love because he simply cares! I also had the BEST Mai tai from him. And as a local, I have had many, but none compare! Definitely come by for a Happy Hour! If i'm not mistaken, it was $5 for Mai Tais! Not sure if that was just on the Thursday I went (yesterday), but might vary on availability. I never got a chance to try their food, so I might have to stop by next time for it. I also do enjoy the coffee drinks from Secret spot, which is the sister company! And I am sure that the coffee is very much the same! Even though the coffee and cocktails are probably the same vibe, the hospitality here and ambiance is very welcome, in-and-out, rather you are here to chill or just grabbing a quick pick-me-up this is a spot that you cannot miss especially since it's near the iconic "walls" as we would calling growing up. Speaking of, the coffee bar are is very open and welcoming! It's hard to not want to try and get caught up in conversations with these well-mannered employees! Super fun spot! I'll be back for more "for shore!" read more

Great place to pick up breakfast and enjoy dining on the patio with a beach view. Located at the end of the Waikiki strip near the zoo end. Service was friendly but a little slow to get the food out. Food was decent but nothing to write home about. Coffee was also average considering the name of the place. Prices were typical for a tourist trap kind of place, but we enjoyed our meal here for the most part. read more

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Tried this place for a second time. This time I ordered a strawberry smoothie. It was perfect, not too sweet and it was refreshing. My toddler also really enjoyed it and probably ended up drinking most of it. The smoothie came out quickly and they brought it to our table. There was also a live DJ which was fun. I would go back to try more things. read more

The food was pretty tasty but the banana chocolate latte left much to be desired. Service was good and friendly. Line was long but went quickly. read more

Hawaiian Aroma Caffe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

The food looks delicious. The vibe is aloha all day !! Decor is beachy !! There bacon egg bagels look like postage stamp !! read more

Hawaiian Aroma Caffe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Edit: After trying many coffee places in Waikiki, their latte was the best. I tried. Highly recommend for early morning coffee by the beach! Cute beach side cafe with friendly servers. Ordered the coconut milk and almond milk latte and both were good but the smoothie is very sweet. read more

Hawaiian Aroma Caffe - Coconut smoothie - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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We came across this place looking for an early morning place for coffee. I guess most people are u early as they are from the mainland so coffee places are packed in the AM. This place is hidden on the second floor of a hotel so we lucked out having to wait in a long line. We must have gotten here at the right time (6:30 AM) as it suddenly did get busy right after we ordered. The vibe here is nice and open. I liked sitting at the bar watching the busy action of filling peoples orders. Our orders: drip coffee and coco-choco mocha hot coffee read more

Hawaiian Aroma Caffe - Coco-choco mocha hot coffee - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Fun coffee / full bar spot at the edge of Waikiki (Park Shore Hotel). Great coffee selection with freshly ground beans, alcoholic beverages and light snacks/ pupus menu. Great smiley faces behind the counter and best of all, good DJs spinning giving many good vibes. Looking forward to my next visit! read more

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I live in the area and looked up near by places to get an açaí bowl. That's how I came across Hawaiian Aroma Caffe. I have to go to the beach and gather up sand for an experiment (I'm not stealing sand) and this place is on the way. The girl working was like "oh we have the best açaí bowl" and I'm like aight bet. Yo. This açaí bowl is something else! I guess what I mean is my friend recommended HI Blend's açaí bowl and when I got it, it was just an açaí bowl for double the price of Da Spot's. This acai bowl has this different honey that slaps. It's so good! Bruh. Blue berries and strawberries are common, but I got black berries, raspberries (why is it spelled that way but not pronounced that way?), and chocolate chips. It's amazing. I will be returning real soon because my girlfriend also like acai bowls. The menu looks extensive too so I will come back and get a coffee one of these days. Only downside is the acai bowl took a while to make (like 20+ minutes. Maybe I caught them at a busy time? 9am on a Tuesday), and there was a lot of birds that got inside the cafe. The table I'm sitting at is also covered with liquid but I'm pretty sure it's just water. Other than that, the acai bowl was so good that I had to just eat it fresh. Best decision ever! read more

Hawaiian Aroma Caffe - Berry açaí bowl - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

What a fun little spot to stumble upon. We took a walk along the beach and felt the need to for quick snack. The inside was adorable and the service was very good and accommodating. I got an açaí bowl and just wanted the berries and açaí and it was fantastic. My friend got the coconut pineapple bread and then ordered pineapple juice with sparkling water. The woman who took our order probably thought we were a bit crazy since we special ordered 2 out of 4 items. Definitely want to go back again. read more

Hawaiian Aroma Caffe - Açaí bowl with berries only (I had to ask for this specifically) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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We stayed at the Outrigger Waikiki Beachcomber. The cafe is located right next to the lobby of the hotel. We booked the Costco package which included free breakfast vouchers. The menu for the Costco package is limited, but you can upgrade to other menu options for a small price. The service was quick and food always tasted fresh. Staff was always smiling and super friendly. I've never had salad for breakfast prior to this trip, but it was so good I ordered It everyday! read more

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This place was really cute, clean, and friendly staff. The bacon bagel was delicious! We also tried the ham and cheese croissant which was also yummy. The iced latte was the perfect amount of sweet(macadamia nut latte). read more

Hawaiian Aroma Caffe - Bacon bagel & iced macadamia nut latte - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

The latte was really good, and the service was decent. It's conveniently located right across the street from the beach, which is a big plus. They offer a $15 breakfast special that includes scrambled eggs, bacon, one slice of toast, three thin slices of orange, and coffee (we upgraded to a latte). The only downside was that the scrambled eggs tasted like powdered eggs. It's a super light breakfast, so if you're really hungry, it's not it. Watch out for the hungry birds outside!! read more

Loved their caramel macchiato. The staff are great. Talk you like a neighbor. Stayed in a hotel near by for a week and this was my go to. read more

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The quick cheese pizza was good. I like it a little crispy. And sitting outside was wonderful. Just right to chat and listen to the house DJ. read more

Hawaiian Aroma Caffe - Cheese Pizza - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

What an amazing coffee shop! The customer service was warm and welcoming, and the coffee was freshly made and absolutely delicious. You can really taste the quality--it's true gourmet coffee. The vibe inside is super chill and relaxing, making it the perfect spot to enjoy your drink, catch up with a friend, or just unwind. I had such a great time here and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend! read more