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    Kai Coffee

    4.1 (305 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Shalini G.

    I was worried that going to a chain on the beach would not be anything more than an ordinary experience I was truly wrong I ordered the macadamia nut latte, which seems to be their special and it was perfect Not sweet at all They had a macadamia nut milk that I could upgrade to you so I decided to try 100% recommend

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    Bob R.

    We stopped by Kai Coffee located in Waikiki Beach Honolulu. This is quickly becoming one of my favorites coffee spots in Honolulu. The staff is friendly and helpful with menu questions and suggestions. The offer a great macchiato that I really like! Check out Kai Coffee when you're in Honolulu, you'll be glad you did!

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    Patricia M.

    Friendly staff, great food, and the best coffee. I went twice in one day and plan to go back. Line is long but worth it. Staff is very quick.

    Lupita M.

    This was my first Kona coffee and I absolutely loved it! The service here was great. I ordered the Kai coffee and you must try their tiramisu! Great location, you can enjoy the sunset drinking a delicious coffee at their tables outside.

    Leah H.

    So smooth and great tasting lattes. Fast friendly service! Fair prices! Clean and inviting beach vibe cafe! Great place to walk and get a really good cup of coffee!!!

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    Jen D.

    I was pleasantly surprised when I got a message after I had posted my review so I wanted to write an update. I love that they took the review as a way to see how they can improve; they promised to address everything that was mentioned. I genuinely appreciate every effort to make this unpleasant experience right for us. Any company or business owner with integrity will take accountability instead of just make an excuse. Great location as it is right across the beach, and walking distance to hotels and restaurants.

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    Lisa W.

    Kai has some of the best coffees on the strip. There's always a long line, it opens at 6:30, and most of the days we come at 6:30 and there's like 5 people ahead. One day we came at 7am and it was a line out the door, waited about 20-30 minutes ish. I usually get the Kai latte or the chai latte. Both good. My husband gets 3 espresso shots over ice. The coffee is good, they make it well here, but super busy in the mornings.

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    Craig T.

    Update on Kai coffee located on Kalakaua. The other day I ran out of Kai coffee grinds so needed to pick up more. Normally I go to the location on Kapahulu but they close early during the weekday . So I had to go to their Waikiki location and I found metered parking luckily on Ohua and Kalakaua Ave. The old saying goes if you like something so much you're going to pay the price . lol this small bag for coffee 7oz for $21. But it's real good and I like to support local

    Babu G.

    Kai coffee is a nice local coffee shop franchise to visit on your next visit to Waikiki! They have a lot of locations next to the beach and they open at 6, so nice and early! I got their special which is Kona coffee with macadamia nut flavoring and it was really solid. The service is fast and they have a lot of areas to sit at to enjoy the coffee.

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    Shu Huan Y.

    Ordered the Kai latte with nut milk ! Super tasty and I can taste both the coffee and milk. The taste is so unique and maybe can only get in Hawai'i unless you have Kona beans of some sort! Vert rich and toasty profile.

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    Loc N.

    I always go to get espresso at other coffee shops and it's always. trash. So I normally make my own. But over here wow it's pretty good! Would love to come back here again when I have a chance Service was top notch too. Staff is friendly and got my order in less than a couple mins during the morning rush

    Tony C.

    The coffee here is really great!! I had the mocha with macadamia nut milk...yes it's that good and I certainly recommend it!!! The service is very nice and friendly! They also sell other good items like sandwiches and POG juice!!!

    Elizabeth K.

    Kai Coffee attached to the Alohilani Resort is awesome. I visited and was assisted by Sean, who was so cool and thoughtful. Their coffee is delicious and they are super quick. There's inside seating and outdoor seating to watch the sunrise and sunset. Amazing views!

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    Great coffee slowest coffee shop on the entire island. Literally 30 minutes minimum for a latte good luck if you are getting food

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    Great breakfast options. The BLT was lacking & the bacon was very flaccid. The meat wrap was delicious but only contained one potato.

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    Good, tasty option that's consistent and plentiful throughout the Waikīkī area. When in Hawaii, why not support local businesses?

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    Great food and coffee. We tried both, veggie wrap and meat wrap. Really liked it. Was almost a daily stop for us while in Waikiki.

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