Island Brew Coffeehouse is such a beautiful spot to slow down and enjoy a coffee with a view! I…read morestopped by a few days ago and absolutely loved the relaxed waterfront atmosphere. The outdoor seating is surrounded by tropical greenery, flowers, palm trees, and beautiful turquoise water--it honestly a gem for locals. I especially loved sitting outside with my coffee and enjoying the sunshine and ocean breeze. Even my furry companion seemed to appreciate the peaceful view! A perfect place to grab a coffee, unwind, and soak in the island vibes. Definitely a five-star experience and somewhere I'd happily return to!

Island Brew Coffeehouse in Hawaii Kai is one of my favorite places to slow down and relax. The…read morespace is beautiful, with plenty of outdoor seating and a peaceful atmosphere that's a nice escape from the busier parts of town. One of the best parts is being able to sit by the water and watch the boats come and go while enjoying your coffee. It feels calm and unhurried, making it a great spot to catch up with friends, get some work done, or simply enjoy a quiet morning. They also have an impressive pastry selection and a wide variety of drink options, so there's something for everyone. The service is consistently friendly and efficient as well. The staff are welcoming, and even when the café is busy, orders come out surprisingly quickly. Between the waterfront views, relaxing ambiance, great menu selection, and excellent service, Island Brew is definitely a place I'd recommend to both locals and visitors looking for a laid-back coffee shop experience. Come for the coffee, stay for the view.

If you don't know, now you know, that this is the current it, hot, see and be seen spot, for all…read morethe cuties, homies, mommies, fitties, baddies, and study buddies, on the East side. Been me and my girlies go to for the past few years for our bi-monthly debrief, and we are not alone. Take a look around and there's always a few tables that look like the 2020 Hawai'i version of a Sex in the City girl gang talk fest. The location is genius. Who would have thought that putting a coffee shop in a hidden outdated strip mall in a tiny neighborhood valley would pop off? Yet it does. It feels current, it feels now. Surf Camp shares its name with its sister the popular Surf Camp attire and retail store which is the older sister as well to Up and Riding for kids- a surf themed clothing, accessories and shoes store in Kahala Mall. All of these spots exhibit a taste level, an eye for trends, and quality products. There's also a subtle but felt honoring of what makes local, local, underneath everything. I think that's what adds to the success. They know how to create a look, a vybe. Now when it comes to coffee I'd just like to do the shrugged emoji girl. Some of it I just can"t get into. I think I'm too old to get on the matcha bandwagon. I really just want drip coffee or espresso shots. I don't need fancy. I don't like milk. But my friends do, and I love my friends. The pastries are really good. The kids behind the counter are cute and hard working. I enjoy being here every time I come. If you want an experience with your beverage, a chill spot to sit and chat with your homies, or are headed out to Sandy's, Makapuu, Koko Head, or any of the other fun, beautiful spots this side has to offer, check out Surf Camp. I bet you'll be back.

I believe I tried their Iced Blueberry ( syrup made in-house ) Latte before...and was a bit…read moredisappointed. Well, a second bite of the cherry ( an English/British idiom ) and I have to say I enjoyed it this time. Blueberry syrup wasn't too sweet. I may not have mixed it well, previously. If I recall correctly, I've had their Iced Black Sesame and Iced Hojicha - not Kinako ( must be thinking of another café ) - Lattes. All quite good. Minimalistic, modern interior design ...makes for a nice cafe experience...but i got my beverage for takeaway. I like the green-tiled countertop. Open from 630a till 330p, weekdays. Weekends they are open from 800a to 200p. Parking shared with other establishments in the building on Halemaumau Street - try saying that 3x, fast. I parked in the Niu Valley Shopping Center where there are lots of stalls.

In town visiting family for the week, tried a few different coffee shops but Holoholo was the best…read morehands down. I typically order an iced latte and add raw sugar (cane sugar) but since they didn't have any I went with an iced coconut latte. The flavor was perfect, not too sweet or coconut heavy. One of my biggest complaints is not enough ice and too much milk, Holoholo had the perfect ratio! Holoholo became part of my morning routine while visiting and I will absolutely be back. I would love it if they had a loyalty program (or maybe they do and I just didn't know about it) and I wish they had more of a selection of merch. I definitely would have bought a hat (limited selection) and shirt if they had more sizes.

I've heard of this place before so when I had to go to my son's football game in Kailua, I knew…read morethis was gonna be the place I had to try for sure. It's a cute little spot in the middle of Kailua, blink and you'll miss it. Had a hard time finding where to park, but other than that, it was a pretty simple to find location. Thank God for maps! In my head, I was thinking "drive up" like "drive thru" but I was mistaken. It's an actual walk up and order type thing. I was surprised that when you walk up to the deck area, there's a server/cashier standing outside waiting to take your order vs a walk up to the counter and order experience. Makes it feel much more customer service oriented. She explained to me the difference in all the drinks, and what I could add to each drink and what not. The matcha is pretty good! I was told that their matcha isn't naturally sweet, you need to add your own sweetness to the drink itself. The server did recommend vanilla, or brown sugar in which I opted for vanilla. That was a nice touch! Overall, the drink was good. The matcha quality is really nice. I have however, tried better. But that's just a personal preference at the end of the day. Will I be returning? If I'm in the area again, absolutely! Customer service is great, and I would love to try their coffee and other drinks. Love that I can bring my kids and they can run on the grass while I put in my order.

Kai Coffee in the Kalama Valley Shopping Center donated their business to Kai Point Church and is…read morenow The Point Coffee. Ro (sp?) now runs the cafe for the church and was a former executive and barista with Kai Coffee...lots of experience in artisan coffee in Hawaii. He has ideas for the shop: from having it host competitions to adjusting thr menu. Same setup - a few tables inside and outside. I tried The Point Latte; made with mac nut and vanilla syrups. Latte was balanced as he said it would be...on point. Lots of parking in sleepy Kalama Valley Shopping Center. Hours? I missed any signage and forgot to ask.

Great to see more and more businesses at the Kalama Valley Shopping Center. It used to be just the…read moreThai restaurant and a car repair shop on both ends for the longest time! Having more businesses and a solid coffee shop with Kai Coffee expanding to Kalama Valley is a big welcome. This place is located along Kealahou St. Easy to find. Just turn in from the stoplight between Sandy Beach and Hawaii Kai Golf Course and drive a minute in. Plenty of parking! Cozy, clean, and comfortable place with indoor and outdoor seating. Usual coffee choices with breakfast wraps and sandwiches. Friendly and efficient service. Its signature Kai Latte was good with a nice balance of macadamia nut flavor to coffee. House coffee was brewed well. My only issue is the cup sizes. Large is definitely smaller than the usual and not even filled to the top! The Turkey Pesto sandwich was really good. Nicely portioned and prepared well. Warm, crispy flatbread. Tasty pesto. This sandwich inspired me to buy pesto and make it at home lol. Overall, a solid, little coffee spot in a quiet, calm neighborhood that is Kalama Valley. Conveniently located just a minute from the main highway. Nice, friendly service with well-prepared food and drinks.

I ordered the summer special: a banana pancake latte made with in-house banana syrup and a hint of…read moremaple. It was a tad sweet but one of the best banana-based lattes I've had on the island! The banana flavor was strong so highly recommend if you enjoy bananas.

Rise and Grind used to be my favorite spot, I would go to them exclusively. Unfortunately, they…read morerecently changed their POS system and their rewards. Now everything is a little more expensive and the rewards don't feel rewarding. The tipping point that made me write an update is that they charge almost full price for drip coffee refills. Even starbucks offers refills on regular old black coffee. My husband used to enjoy going in to work on college or read so it was sad to not be able to refill his coffee. The espresso is still good (usually) and the pastries are good. The food items are also tasty. The seating and overall vibe is wonderful, and the workers are nice (the older staff are my fave tho!). They are still my favorite for a london fog, but I stop by less often now.

I've been to this Waimanalo Town Center café twice ...always been curious when I pass this way…read more Hawaiian Island Cafe has a fairly large menu for a small local establishment. Apparently, they've been in business for 12 years or so...not familiar with Waimanalo in any way. They have a decent looking acai bowl menu so I tried one on both occasions. The acai bowl can be a bit hackneyed but the menu caught my eye. They offer 16 and 24 ounce options. Makapu'u Bowl and Mana Bowl both have an acai sorbet base. The former features Okinawan sweet potato and haupia; the latter, coconut chia parfait and blueberries. They both had bananas and hemp granola...a standout. Both really were fantastic. I had a Caramel Macchiato by accident. I ordered a macchiato - which by their menu description was a traditional macchiato. But I went with it and the Caramel Macchiato ( by Starbucks definition) was actually quite good. Also, had a special drink menu item...near the POS...Iced Brown Sugar Latte. This was quite sweet but refreshing. They serve standard breakfast fare - waffles and pancakes; also standard local plate lunches. They operate from 830a to 400p - closed on Sunday and Monday. Tour buses roll up and it can get tourist heavy...I had to stand in queue at the entrance on my initial visit. I see locals and tourists visit. The small dining area has art, vintage items...clothing...standard merch...a mashup of items for sale and display. I think a 70yo local guy and a 40 yo mainland woman collaborated on the interior design...I

Best coffee on the island and I won't argue about it. We randomly stumbled upon this place, and I…read moream SO happy we did. We had breakfast here and everything was delicious, especially the breakfast croissant. Simple, but incredibly tasty. And then the drinks... oh my god. The macadamia nut latte was THE BEST COFFEE I HAVE EVER HAD. I literally dream about it. It was unbelievably good. Their premade drinks were also amazing, especially the CBD hibiscus lemonade. We tried a few different things and honestly everything was great. The owner and her father were also incredibly warm and kind. We walked in right when they opened, and by the time we left maybe 30 minutes later, the place was packed. Honestly, it makes complete sense because everything there is absolutely delicious.

The food was AMAZING. All the pastries look like they were made by Gordon Ramsey. The service was…read moregood too, the chef said that he starts baking at 1-2 AM! And everything was so comforting. Perfect for relaxing, doing work/homework, and also after a good run. It was amazing!

This is my regular spot. The espresso is so well done. The cold brew drinks are unique and…read moreperfectly balanced sweetness, flavor, and strength. The baked goods are amazing. If you're looking for a quick coffee fix, Kopi does things right not fast. Come for an experience not for a quick hit.

Three words: Manoa Chocolate Mocha…read more I was on my way back to Honolulu after spending about an hour at the beach. I needed caffeine. Luckily, ChadLou's was still open. The young woman was friendly and said it was a good choice! Most mochas are good, but this one has an intense chocolate flavor that I've never tasted elsewhere. Soooooooo good! She: Have a safe drive home! Oh, I did get this iced which almost made it feel like I was drinking a shake! Mahalo again ChadLou's!

I haven't been to Chadlou's since their move to their new location. Unfortunately, my recent…read moreexperience at ChadLou's Coffee Shop in Kaneohe wasn't what I remembered it being. The coffee was clumpy and had noticeable bits of espresso or chocolate debris in the drink, which made the texture unpleasant. The worker was very nice and friendly, so I have no complaints about the service. Their indoor space felt a little crammed as customers were left confused as to where to wait for their drinks. Indoor seating is gone. There used to be a lot of space that added a lot to the ambiance and made ChadLou's feel like a cozy place to enjoy a coffee. Without it, the atmosphere just doesn't feel the same anymore.

OMG, this is a new find and I love this place!…read more This has quickly become one of my favorite cafes in the east side. The vibe is peaceful, aesthetic, calm, and welcoming, the baristas are incredibly kind, and the drinks are consistently excellent. So far I tried their matcha latte with almond milk and monk fruit and it was tasty, and then also had their version of the shaken espresso. The baristas aren't snobby and willing to customize your drink to fit your preferences which is great! They also have Wi-Fi if you need to work, cute merch, and plenty of space to relax. It's one of those places where you walk in and immediately feel better. I'll definitely be back again and again!

The drinks here at The Well were surprisingly delicious. I'm usually not a big matcha person or…read moresomeone who goes for specialty drinks in the morning, but this place definitely changed my perspective. Everything was flavorful, refreshing, and really hit the spot. You can tell they put care into what they're making, and it's a great option if you're looking to try something different. If you're in the area, I'd definitely recommend stopping by. I'm sure they'll take care of you and leave you with a drink you'll enjoy.

I am not a breakfast person and Moena Cafe might have just converted me into one!…read more After a sunrise hike nearby we were looking for a good spot where we could find something delicious for the whole family (including our picky eater). After doing some research on Yelp we decided to check out Moena Cafe. The restaurant is pretty small so I would recommend getting here early. We didn't have to wait for a table but probably 30min after we arrived they had a 40-minute wait (lucky, I know). I decided to go with the avocado toast and cold brew, and my husband had an order of pancakes with blueberries. First of all, the cold brew was probably the best cold brew I've ever had! I wouldn't say I am a coffee snob by any means, but I could definitely taste the difference in their coffee. The avocado toast was absolutely delicious and came in pretty huge portions! It was two pieces of toast with two eggs in a bed of arugula and a very generous amount of avocado. It was cooked to perfection and exactly what I needed after our hike. The pancakes are HUGE so I would recommend only ordering one. My husband was about to get two, but the waiter kindly suggested ordering only one, and she was right. Absolutely loved this place and can't wait to come back!

My boyfriend and I stopped by Moena Cafe for breakfast after our hike at Makapuʻu. It was pretty…read morebusy when we arrived, so we ended up waiting about 15-20 minutes to be seated. I ordered the banana chantily pancakes and opted for the two-pancake plate since it was only about a few more dollars than getting a single pancake. My boyfriend ordered the crab eggs Benedict, and I also got a side of pineapple sausage hash. I had originally wanted the corned beef hash, but they sold out and offered the pineapple sausage hash instead. The banana chantily pancakes were good, though I think the chantily sauce is really what makes the dish stand out. The pancakes themselves were fairly standard. I probably could've just ordered the single pancake because the portion was hug, I barely finished half of it! The pineapple sausage hash was a pleasant surprise. I already love pineapple sausage, so I enjoyed the sweet and savory flavors, and it was nice to try something a little different. My boyfriend also really enjoyed his crab eggs Benedict with the sweet, fresh flavor of the crab. Our server was friendly, and the food came out in a reasonable amount of time despite how busy the restaurant was. Moena Cafe is definitely on the pricier side, but the food was tasty and it's worth checking out if you're in the area!