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Hiking Hawaii Cafe

4.4 (1k reviews)
Open 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for groups
Outdoor seating

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Spinach bagel
Dilyara S.

I came here on my way to the airport. Tourist area, hotel building - I wasn't expecting much from this place. I was so wrong! My husband and I had a spinach bagel and breakfast burrito. So delicious! French ingredients, freshly made. Place was clean, friendly staff. Strongly recommend this place!

Look how thick that bread is!!
Marcy C.

Holy moly! The Surfers Soufflé was freaking amazing. Hands down the best meal of our vacation. Only wish we would have discovered it sooner so we could have dined there more than once.

Surfer's Soufflé French Toast
Robert R.

I first stopped in here earlier on my vacation to grab a coffee after my morning workout and fell in love with the coffee it was delicious and affordable. Today we came in to try their breakfast and it was so worth it. The service is super friendly (except for not giving me the French Toast Recipe ). I love the casual vibe of taking it easy. I'm going to miss this small slice of heaven tucked downstairs from the Double Tree).

Egg and Cheese Breakfast sandwich
Suzanne W.

Came here for breakfast before heading out of town. Very welcoming staff. Helpful with choosing menu items. Decor is pleasant. Food was delicious!

Justin L.

We've explored so many spots in HNL over the decades of loving the area. One particular restaurant that we have come back to year after year is Hiking Hawaii Cafe. Its close walking distance proximity to the Hilton Hawaiian Village is so convenient for a great meal away from the resort. One of the big reasons we have loved Hiking Hawaii is its wide variety of offerings for all tastes and appetites. From bowls to pizza to wraps and salads, HH has got you covered. Every single item that we've tried has been so reliably delicious. My kids particularly love the bagel sandwiches and other breakfast offerings. And one of the most amazing breakfast items is the Surfer's Souffle. This is like french toast on steroids! It is simply amazing and a must try. And let's not forget that HH also excels at smoothies and a whole variety of hot & cold drinks. I personally love the Mexican Hot Choco Latte! All of the tasty goodness offered by HH is further complemented by truly amazing hospitality from the owner Matt down to all of his staff. We simply feel so welcomed at Hiking Hawaii Cafe. And because of this, we will always be coming back here!

Green bowl and Summit bowl
Fed U.

My fellow Vegan Yelpers... UPDATE!!! Whomever said there are Vegan options, probably meant Vegetarian, because other than the acai bowls and smothies, there was nothing offered or suggestions given for vegan offerings. They can definitely help you with hiking information... but we we really wanted some ono vegan food... at least the refreshing vegan-friendly acai bows and great granola were available... on the pricy side though! Afterwards, we went looking for something warm and savory!

Street corn burrito and tropical smoothie
Lilli K.

I got the street corn burrito and the tropical smoothie and both were FIRE!!! So good and the customer service was really great. I love this place and highly recommend it.

Hand comparison of the generous amount of granola they give with the acai bowl!
Cynthia R.

Well, I'm back in town for a conference, and came back to one of our favorite places to eat-- Hiking hawaii cafe! I have been here 3x on this visit 2025, and have ordered their Napa panini, summit acai bowl, coco mocha coffee, and smoothies. This time I ordered their Napa panini, and acai with the granola on the side. I really love the flavor of the granola and just the purity of the acai when eaten separately. They are all very friendly, and the food waiting time was fine. (They have a sign saying if you are in a hurry, you might want to look elsewhere because they prepare their food as they are ordered.) I love this place and love coming back for more! Ambiance is cute, and DJ music is great. (Today I heard Drift Away in a reggae beat. Loved it!) Oh and lastly, the acai bowls are generous in size (see photos with my hand for comparison) and although the paninis might look small, they are quite filling!

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Porshia M.

From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere felt like pure aloha -- warm smiles, island charm and good vibes. Whatever you are in the mood for (coffee, muffins, wraps, pizza, smoothies, fresh fruit, quick snacks)...it's all here. The staff made the experience even better -- friendly, attentive, and genuinely passionate about what they serve. I loved that they use fresh, local ingredients, which makes every bite taste like Hawaii itself. If you're in the area, don't miss this gem. It's the kind of place you want to come back to.

Souffléd French toast
Sage B.

This souffléd French toast was absolutely incredible. Light, airy, and just sweet enough, with a subtle orange flavor that made it feel fresh and unique. Every bite had that perfect balance of richness and brightness, like breakfast and dessert had a very classy baby. I added the bacon on the side, and honestly, it felt like it belonged there all along. It was crisp in all the right places and still juicy inside. Not too salty, not too greasy. Just really well done. You can tell the kitchen cares about the details. The texture of the toast was perfect, and the orange hint didn't overpower anything. It just worked. If you're on the fence, don't be. This is the kind of breakfast that turns your whole morning around. I will 100% be re-visiting Hawaii, exclusively because of this French toast lol. 10/10. Bravo, Chef Matt!

Centrally located in the same building with Doubletree hotel. Very friendly and helpful staff. Fun and relaxed atmosphere. Great coffee, comfy seating, really enjoyed the music. Menu looked interesting and good, but didn't try anything, I will next time.

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Friendly staff, great surfers soufflé (French toast), coffee was tasty. Overall great experience!

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