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.

What a cute place!! The baristas were sweet and made a great latte. I loved the honey girl latte!…read moreAlso loved the merch they sold too.

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.

Definitely a lot of tourists here really don't know if this is what I wanna be surrounded by. LOL…read more But the cafe is beautiful. I love the art gallery and it gets pretty busy here. It's almost like you're transported into a different world when you walk in. Definitely more subdued and darker lighting which I don't mind at all, makes it very relaxed. Service was great at recommending me what drink to get and when I got there it was swamped. Props to the baristas for being able to handle the huge rush of people in the morning because I was shook at how crowded it got. The lavender latte I got was perfect mix of sweetness and bitterness of the coffee. Barista recommended me hot latte so I'm glad he did. Really enjoyed it and will definitely be back. Hopefully when it's not too crazy. Lol

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.

How do they do it!?!?!…read more Who has stepped into Russell's convenience located right at the entrance of Kaimana Beach Hotel parking lot. Always passing here I never gave it much thought thinking it's a small place to get some chips and soda...wrong!! You can basically get EVERYTHING short of a bathroom I'm quite impressed of how huge this convenience store is. The staff here is so nice and friendly for any questions or when you're indecisive like me...smiling and allowing me to circle and circle around looking thinking this was it...no this one...oh wait this looks good lol!!! With every snack you can think of...wall of yummies, chocolate, chips and healthy protein snacks...too much treats they have a wall filled with first aid and medical supplies for got that personal item...yup a wall of travel sized items so you're not committed to an oversized item. Lots of fun Hawaii print totes for the beach along with snorkel and other beach items, slippers, hats and mats...oh postcard to brag of your travel they certainly got it all. With the nearest market that's quite a distance this place is literally convenient and a blessing for those who are desperately in need. Thank you!

The staff member who took my coffee order had such a lovely and warm smile that it immediately made…read moreme feel comfortable. Their kindness and friendly attitude truly enhanced the entire experience. Thanks to that, I was able to enjoy a very pleasant and relaxing coffee time, making the moment feel even more special and memorable

The latte was delicious, and the staff were very kind and friendly. I had a great experience and…read morewould definitely come back!

I decided to take a long walk since I didn't go to the gym. I was staying near the entrance to…read moreWaikiki. I was going to walk along the Ala Wai, but I decided to go over on the Kapiolani side and walk that way. It is the long way around but when I felt like I needed caffeine, I remembered this small unassuming cafe. Friendly good morning when I walked in. He apologized for the wait, but it gave me time to look at the scones. I ordered their signature Honey Cinnamon latte. This was amazing! Their coffee beans are excellent! I should've asked who their supplier was! Me: Acai or Pitaya? What do you think? He: How about half and half? Lot's of customers ask for this. Sooooooo good! Plus I got to try both. I also had a blueberry scone which was very good! Perfect breakfast to start the day! I sat at a small table in the front. Their dining room is actually a good size even though small. Mahalo Pai! I'll be back again soon!

I was out and about and past by this place many time and finally decided to drop in and I ordered a…read morelavender ice latte with oat milk! The place was clean and the service was friendly. I see people chatting and studying.

Kai Latte was great and house coffee was great…read more Staff were very friendly and fast both taking the order and making the beverages. Would recommend this spot for a drink. Establishment was clean and had ample seating as well.

Solid coffee spot! Small comes with two shots and large comes with three shots. I tried the Kai…read morelatte and regular latte which were good though I didn't really feel like the Kai latte had a strong macadamia flavor (was very subtle). It was not very sweet. There's like around 7 tables or places to sit and when I went at 11AM on a Saturday it was quite open. You get wifi from the center but it's in a high traffic area so not the best work spot. Staff were very nice!!

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!

Coffee, baked goods, upbeat music, and if you're looking for something a little more 5pm, they have…read morewine wall. Menu is straightforward (very appreciated). Matcha, chai, espresso, they have something for everyone. Cup sizes in English, Prices are average. Ordered an iced dirty chai w/ oat milk and iced latte w/ Mac nut syrup & regular milk. Satisfying & delish! Small Parking lot located at the backside of the storefront. Side note -- they have a bulletin board inside where they have all kine info/businesses posted up. Enjoyed looking through it. Service was warm & friendly. Barista made great suggestions based off of my ordering and it didn't disappoint. Overall, a great place to try!

Tried this beachside breakfast spot and it did not disappoint. Service was fast. The food was solid…read moreacross the board--we had a breakfast burrito and an omelet, both fresh and really well made, and they definitely weren't stingy with the ham in the omelet. The highlight though was the smoothie served inside a pineapple, which was just as good as it looked. The vibe is hard to beat with the ocean right there, making it a perfect place to start the day. Total came out to about $50 with tip, which felt fair for the quality, portions, and location. Definitely worth checking out if you want a relaxed breakfast by the beach.

The best thing about this place is the view. If it didn't have the best view it would be one star…read more Right on the beach watching surfers you really can't beat it but that's about all it's got going for it. They are very uninformed on gluten free options. When we asked if the BBQ sauce was gluten free the person taking the order said "this is the vegan menu". What?? That's not at all the same thing. I stuck it safe with eggs with bacon and a pineapple smoothie. The pineapple smoothie was very good but the breakfast food was meh. My mom ordered their fish and chips which she said were over battered and under seasoned. Really unfortunate because this place has the best view if the food was better they would be unstoppable. Food allergies are a serious thing though. Train your staff correctly so they can answer questions.

Fresh Made to order…read moreOutside seating Free parking Under $20 Nowadays it's become so expensive to eat out....Bogarts has delicious, reasonably priced food and isn't ridiculously priced. My go-to items are the fish tacos made with grilled fish not battered, grandma's salad and the generously sized omelets. The waffles are the size of an entire plate -covered with fresh fruit and haupia crème.... Indoor air conditioned seating or outside with the birds, breeze and under the big tree-that's my spot. Free parking out front or on one of the side streets.

"Here's Looking at you kid". Our son is a Junior at University of Hawai'i at Mānoa and a regular at…read morethis neighborhood gem. He just had to bring us here during our visit to Honolulu, Hawai'i as his favorite breakfast place. This strip mall corner shop has easy parking next to Diamond Head and Waikiki Beach, easy walking distance from the hotels and beach---well worth the short walk. The coffee and cappuccino is excellent! You counter order as you get to Bogart's which has a pretty extensive menu offerings from Hawai'ian Waffle with coconut cream and bananas, scrambles, Acacia bowls and bagels. I ordered the Michael's Veggie Omelet with grilled mushrooms, asparagus, and onions with a side of chicken apple sausage; my son got this favorite Acacia bowl with bananas, strawberries, peanut butter and sprinkle of chocolate (I enjoyed a spoonful!---really great!"; his girlfriend ordered the Hawaiian Waffle and my wife ordered the everything bagel, eggs, avocado and what she couldn't finished our college age son wolfed it down! This is a bright, friendly, amble seating for us and several families with babies when we visited (at least 4). Short line to place our order and our offerings were ready in a few minutes, hot/cold, satisfying & Delicious! Great place for locals and visitors alike. Mahalo!

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!