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    Kai Coffee

    4.1 (315 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Crunchy crepe! I wish it was less crunchy
    Anandita S.

    We had an a coffee break today as we needed caffeine in the middle of the day! Super friendly service, I will say coffee hit the spot. The crepe Could have been less crispy! But overall it was a great experience

    Lilikoi Matcha and Kai Latte
    Robert R.

    My normal stop on the morning everyday on Waikiki. Loved the Mac Nut Kai latte. I tried the Lilikoi Matcha Iced latte, and the Vanilla nut latte. I also had the Banana Bread latte. Some time it had a huge line, and other times it wasn't so long. Friendly service and great coffee and made it the most visited spot on my tome In Oahu. Also the beachfront location also was the same great service and coffee.

    Lemon poppyseed
    Mary V.

    Don't be discouraged if the lines are long, the staff move very quickly and efficiently. The coffee is ok here but the baristas do let the shots sit for a long time so it becomes a dead shot (bitter). Theres really nothing that stands out at this place except that it's a typical tourist trap.

    Mikey H.

    Kai is a really great place for coffee! We were on a long walk, but on the way back, I really needed coffee. We stopped here and I got the Kai Coffee signature drink. I asked for macadamia milk which enhanced the flavor. This is a really good drink! So well balanced! The staff is really friendly especially under pressure because they were busy. Lots of tourists...and not friendly ones either...LOL! Lighten up! You're in Waikiki...it's always busy! Debs and I grabbed two chairs and sat to the side. Great place to watch everyone. Mahalo Kai!

    Seana A.

    I am staying in Waikiki for the next few days. I decided to stop at Kai Coffee before heading to my conference. This place is super cute. I love the vibe and the set up. You wait in line to put in your order. The line seems long but you get through it pretty fast. After putting in your order and paying for it, you go to the other side to wait for them to prepare your drink and call your name. For as busy as it was, I didn't have to wait long. I got a coconut frappicino with oatmilk. It was delicious and a great way to start my morning. If you are in the area, you should definitely check it out.

    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!

    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.

    Morning line
    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.

    Coffee
    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.

    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!!!

    Hot coffee with a heart
    Nataliya M.

    So I have spent so much time in this coffee shop. I could probably file it and write it off in someway on my tax returns. So I have been drawn lots and lots of drawing because here on vacation and I am on the Artist. On top of great coffee, kind people fabulous service lovely ambience, best view. The tables are also very sturdy. So if you are working on something like a laptop. or just want some stability to your surface. This is a great spot as well. They have two locations right across the street from each other which I absolutely love one starts early in the morning the other finishes late in the evening so I can just float from one to the other. I have been getting açai bowl almost every day And hot coffee and cold coffee and just listening to all the people speaking different languages. It was really cool.

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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

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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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