Is it a boutique that serves coffee? Or a coffee shop that sells beachwear? Did you come to…read moreHawaii and forget your swimsuit? No problem. The swimwear is awfully cute and well made. They have some adorable bags and hats and even some Hawaiian shirts that seem really well made of rayon with Hawaiian tags. At the counter, a clerk was making fancy coffees..LOCAL coffee. It was too late for me to have coffee, but it looked good. I'll have this spot on my list for my next morning walk. The place is somewhat hidden among several sets of high rise condos and hotels east of Waikiki. There are a few parking spaces just outside the door. Worth a visit. Easy walk from the beach if you want local coffee.

I really love the ambiance here the space feels cozy, and I appreciate that there's a coffee bar…read moreinside the little shop where they feature local goods and clothing brands. It has such a charming, community-focused vibe. The coffee was rich, well-crafted and truly enjoyable. Their matcha isn't quite my personal favorite yet but that's just based on my own taste. Service can be a bit on the slower side since there's usually just one staff member handling everything cashier, barista and more. They're doing their best but if you're in a hurry, this might not be the ideal stop. That said, I genuinely appreciate their effort and friendliness. Overall, I'd happily stop by anytime I'm in the area whether I'm working nearby, going for a run or just in need of a caffeine pick-me-up.

Last two visits...had a gander at the April and May exhibits from Sasha and Sienna. at ARS Cafe…read more Last week, I had a cortado...excellent.

Best cortado Staff filled w ALOHA…read moreGreat coffee and delights nice ambiance to socialize w friends or business or am coffee meeting Chill vibes

5 star , every thing you while living the life. Russels is number one !!…read moreDon't forget coffee with locals outside , Only the finest

The service is consistently outstanding, Aloha-friendly in this little convenience store located…read moreacross from Kapiolani Park. The clerks always welcome you and ask if they can help. I been stopping in here for years. Even though the shop is small, they seem to have everything from vodka to toilet paper. If you're visiting the beach, you can pick up sun screen, toys and more. Prices range from reasonable to crazy high. My most recent stopped, I picked up post cards for only 35 cents. Expect to pay $10 for a prepackaged sandwich. The clerk asked if I needed stamps and then kindly told me where to find the nearby mail box. I always feel welcome.

We were staying at the Queen Kapiolani hotel. This is the coffee shop right in the lobby. It was so…read moreconvenient. There can be a long line but it moves pretty quickly. I got the first coffee on the menu, the longboard latte. It was so delicious! It was just the right amount of sweetness too. I got it hot and it was so good. My husband got it cold and that was good too. We also got the breakfast sandwich to try and that was yummy. Really nice to have a good and convenient place to stop in the morning for some coffee and a quick bite to eat!

Not my favorite, to be honest…read more My flat white came out with the milk scalded, and you aren't allowed to use the wifi unless you stay at the hotel inside. A bit disappointing.

Went here after lunch as I was in a mood for a smoothie. Cute lil shop that serves pastries and…read morevarious coffees, teas, smoothies, and a bit more. We were greeted right away as well. I got the guava pitaya smoothie and it was really flavorful and refreshing. My brother got the same thing and enjoyed it as well. His gf got their matcha, and they both tried that and said it was good. Great feedback all around! This smoothie was better than the other smoothie I got elsewhere. If I'm in this area again, I'd try some more stuff from Pai Cafe!

Guava pitaya smoothie was PERFECT... I am still thinking about how good it was. Cold brew was also…read moregreat. The smoothie was super refreshing after some spicy ahi at Ono next door. Friendly barista and nice bathroom!

Great service every time. The employees are patient and do their best to keep up with the business…read moreand indecisiveness some customers have. I tried a sandwich here once and it was really good. They toasted it and brought it out to me at my table (they were busy, so it took a while for it to be made). The coffee is always great. I typically order an iced coffee and it's always a hit. This location is in a hotel, so it can get really busy and even a little noisy with the waterfall. I'd recommend sitting at a table near the entrance if you're wanting to sit and chat with someone.

Kai Coffee is always a reliable stop, though if you've been to some of their other locations around…read morethe island, this one does feel a bit more corporate in comparison. The space is clean but lacks some of the charm you might find elsewhere, and the AC situation is on the limited side, so plan accordingly if you're visiting on a warm day. That said, the coffee itself holds up well. The macadamia nut flavors and other local twists on the menu are genuinely good and worth trying if you haven't before. It's the kind of spot that does what it sets out to do without a lot of fuss. A solid option when you're in the area and need a quick pick me up, even if the atmosphere isn't the most memorable of the bunch.

I've been a big fan of their coffee for a long time, but never actually made it to the cafe until…read morerecently. I loved the spot! It's super easy to get here walking around Kaimuki, or there's free ample parking right behind the business with a rear entrance too. It's cozy with a great bar area, small tables for conversation or work, and a wine and beer selection for evenings. On my visit I had a black iced coffee and a coffee cake; both were delicious! The staff was welcoming and friendly. Prices were reasonable for the quality. I'll definitely be back soon!

curb...idk about you bro. i'm gonna be a bit harsh since they market themselves as specialty and…read morealso i am a picky over- caffeinated brat. first location - LITERALLY on the curb of some small strip. funny looking decor, try to find the pic of the abg. that means asian baby girl by the way. service was fast and nice especially since we came 10 minutes before closing. cortado was okay. tad bit overextracted. decent amount of brightness, some chocolate notes that are masked by the bitterness. idk if this was their recipe today but i saw a piece of paper saying 18g in 30 g out. that ratio is unfortunately not working for me! not sure if they pulled too long or this was just a crappy ristretto . however milk was steamed well! the matcha latte belongs on the curb, homeless depressed and broke. tastes like cow milk and not the lush greenery of japan. at least it was hand whisked but WOW did they just like whisk green milk powder or what?? UGHHH i really wanted to like this place too. maybe i'm just more sensitive to espresso right now since i'm on my deriod

The menu looked really interesting, but once I saw the whole pineapples, there was no way I was…read moreordering anything else. For $15, you get a fresh pineapple halfway hollowed out and filled with a delicious smoothie. While the smoothie itself isn't a huge portion, it was one of the best I've ever had. It was refreshing, perfectly whipped, incredibly flavorful, and exactly what you want on a warm Waikīkī day. The best part? The pineapple itself! It was perfectly ripe, sweet, and juicy. I took the leftover pineapple "cup" back to our Airbnb, cut it up, and ended up with plenty of delicious pineapple to enjoy the next day. It honestly felt like getting two treats in one. At $15, it may seem pricey at first, but I'd absolutely order it again because it was that good. My biggest recommendation: don't throw away the pineapple! Take it with you and salvage as much of the fruit as possible. Even your garbage will smell nice for days.

HI. We had friends who raved highly for this place. Just…read morehappened to be at that end of Waikiki on the 4th. To our disappointment, the person taking the orders was not friendly and did not understand what I was asking. Asked to have the hot dogs extra charred which did not happen. I waited exceptionally long for order and a garlic fries. The wait was over 45 min but during this time, others who ordered after me were getting their meals. After asking, the ordered arrived. The hot dogs were not extra charred, actually not charred at all. The garlic fries were literally sitting in pool of oil which made them soggy and horrible. (no photo-too disgusting looking to post here) Very disappointed in the entire experience. Would have given a 0 but that is not possible. On a positive note, there was a girl who was doing all the menial work and was a very friendly and engaging worker - unlike the others. will not recommend.

I rarely post reviews.... Except it a place is really good or really bad…read more OMG Bogart's was REALLY GOOD!! One of the best meals we've had our entire vacation. Avocado Toast, Green Goddess and Crab & Avocado Omelette, latte. Sweetest staff too. Highly recommend

Best acai in Honolulu. The consistency is amazing…read more The coffee is also good too, but I do want to note that the latte is more on the milker side. My group had to order an extra shot of espresso to make sure it tasted like a coffee instead of steamed milk. Service is so sweet, and there is seating indoors and outdoors.

The adulting break we all need…read more.. Recess Cafe & Bar is a place in the lobby of renew hotel and what fitting name to have as vacay or staycay the reason is the restart your vibe and here is a cool oasis. When you walk into the hotel is a very cozy lobby not as grand as some other but still offers the modern touches like the simple a water feature filled with fresh plumerias is beautiful and right behind that is Recess with what I associate with that fun and freeing break time at school and though this bar is closed during the day it offers free coffee from 6am to 10pm. This self service feature is a great touch to start your day. A thermos is filled with fresh Hawaiian Paradise Coffee and when I got there it apparently was empty *sob!* but not skipping a beat a staff dashed over a brought out a backup ready to go and my morning was saved lol! A simple gesture like this is greatly appreciated I got my sip and now ready for my personal time...what I call my day off...recess is something we all should have. Thank you!

Sooo many great choices of spirit alcohol & premium coffees can be found here! I highly recommend…read moredrinking here in Waikiki for great prices on mixed cocktails & coffee! Shots are as low as $8 & so are some cocktails! There's quite a variety for everyone, cocktail & coffee drinkers alike!