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    Kihei Caffe

    4.2 (5.3k reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Vicky Y.

    This is an order, pay & sit down joint, they move super quickly after they receive your order & call out your name about 10-15 minutes later. There is lots of street parking / a parking lot in the back that's pretty easy to access. The bathroom is located in the building in the market next door! The food itself is good, but I wouldn't necessarily say you have to go out of your way to try this place. They also have lots of drink options like coffee / smoothies, but we decided to skip out b/c we got coffee earlier in the day. Bring your own water bottle bc they only sell boxed water -- no cup water provided. We ordered two Loco Mocos (one with chicken fried steak -- def worth the extra upcharge -- and a beef patty for the other, which is just okay). The pork fried rice is pretty tasty, but very oily due to having both bacon and pork bits inside. The banana and macadamia pancake is also just that -- two thick pancakes with banana slices and macadamia nuts atop with a scoop of soft butter. It would be nice if there was some sort of glaze that accompanied the pancake, but maple syrup worked just fine! Still a solid place to eat at if you're craving breakfast foods as they have Hawaiian / classic American breakfasts! Definitely wish I could have tried the banana French toast, but unfortunately they were sold out for the day!

    Fried rice - I believe it had portuguese sausage, spam, and some other protein
    Lisa D.

    Our eyes and stomachs ordered before our brains did, so even though we went family-style for every meal during this trip, for some reason we made our last one hefty and all ordered our own portion. A big happy mistake, I'd call it. We all really liked what we ordered and even got an extra portion of banana macadamia pancakes to share, so needless to say we had some leftovers. The line was out the door but moved pretty quickly and we were able to snatch up a big enough table right away but there are employees that will help seat you when they can. They also had some tres leches cake samples on the side at the register for you to try, but maybe for that specific one they can try out a new method because it was just pieces on toothpicks. And if you know anything about a good tres leches, you'd know it was drenched and so it was inpossible to pick up with a toothpick I imagine it tasted amazing though

    French toast with fresh strawberries
    Ta'keisha R.

    I couldn't get enough of the catfish and breakfast potatoes. Went here three days because it was so yummy. We were lucky enough not to have to wait in the super long line that forms at this place. You HAVE to try this spot

    Kalua Eggs Benedict, grilled chicken, banana macadamia pancakes, coffee
    Haylee M.

    Had to come here for the first breakfast in Maui and it was a 10/10¡ Husband loves Eggs Benedict and picked the Kalua Eggs Benedict. Portion size of the pork was actually really large which was quite good. I'm not usually a pork person, so I'm not the best judge, but he loved it! Buttermilk pancakes with banana and macadamia nuts - 10/10! Such super fluffy pancakes and They actually went so well with the bananas and macadamia nuts! I'm not usually a banana or macadamia person, but honestly this combination was delicious! Got some Grilled chicken breast on the side for protein - Nice that they had this option of getting just plain protein on the side. Also got their daily special coconut something coffee! It was a season of item so I don't even remember what it was but it was yum for sure! We came at 9am to beat the crowds and got seated immediately. Service was also very quick! Also got a table outside with a view which was lovely.

    Michael N.

    Solid breakfast and lunch joint for locals and tourists alike. They have all the classics and some brunch specials on Sat and Sun. Hurry on the weekend before they sell out on the specials. They only provide 1 refill on coffee and sodas (no refills on lemonade), but you'll need to go to the counter if you want a refill. The outdoor dining area is spacious and very scenic. Overall, 4 out of 5 due to some dishes not worth the squeeze.

    Ratika N.

    After reading all the raving reviews, I was excited to try this for breakfast. Pros: 1. Plenty of parking nearby 2. Line moves fast. You order and they announce your name and bring it to your table Cons: 1. Food was ok, nothing to rave about. Had the mochi pancakes and they were drenched in oil. I couldn't eat anything for the rest of the day as it was hard to digest. Looked nice but not at all pleasant to eat. 2. Drinks weren't called and when I went to check on them, they had been sitting on the outer with ice melting. 3. Eggs with bacon were ok, again nothing to rave about. I think they are used to being a popular touristy place and quality doesn't hold up. I wouldn't be coming back.

    Macadamia nut honey latte.  Yum!!
    Esther H.

    Always amazing they take credit and debt card now . Food is always so good. Cute atmosphere with chickens .

    Pete S.

    I've tried both locations on my latest trip. The ordering process is pretty much the same. Stand in line to order, then grab an empty seat. Listen for your name and the staff will deliver your food to your table. Great food and fast service all around. Both locations are right off of S Kīhei Rd. You'll find one in the Kīhei Kalama Village with outdoor seating and the other at the Maui Coast Hotel both indoor and outdoor seating. Different vibes but try them both! Seafood Omelette Special - Cheesy shrimp, crab and green onion omelette smothered sauce with pork sausage. Loco Moco - Traditional Hawaiian Breakfast. Two eggs any style and choice of 1/2 Ib Black Angus beef burger patty with steamed white rice covered in brown gravy.

    Kids turtle pancake with chocolate chips
    Mariyet A.

    There is a line in the mornings, but it moves fairly quickly. They try to seat you right away after you order. The food was great, no complaints!

    Looking forward to brunch!
    Inverleith F.

    Thank you Yelpers for the reviews here. Motivated to get out for breakfast, we got here around noon and enjoyed a filling meal of Kahlua pork Benedict and corned beef hash. Nice to have a warm biscuit with butter and the delicious coconut syrup on the table. Very flakey and so yummy. The corned beef has bits of crispiness on the edges and a good ratio of potatoes. Just right. My over easy eggs were cooked perfectly, their version of potato chips is fun and again, the biscuit if very good. Hubby really enjoyed his Benedict with its generous portion of meat and perfectly cooked poached eggs. Parking is easy across the street and this is definitely a place to come back to! You order first and then sit down is all you need to know.

    Loco Moco
    Christina Joy A.

    Veryyy busy, but it's the island's go-to spot for breakfast for mosts. They have plenty of options for traditional American breakfasts or local options - we got a Loco Moco which is a staple. Great portion size!

    Banana pancakes
    Tin N.

    Corn hash breakfast 7/10 Fish tacos 5/10 Loco moco 6/10 Banana pancakes 8/10 Foods were okay

    Loco moco
    Edwin S.

    Kihei Caffe is a clear popular spot. That said, despite long lines, it moves quickly! The food is made quickly and seating (which is predominantly outdoor) faces the beach. Overall a decent spot, you can't go wrong! Taste: 4/5 Service: 3/5 Ambiance: 3.5/5 Value for money: 4/5 We had: 1) Kalua pork loco moco and 2) breakfast burrito - both solid!

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    Food is always delish!! The location is right on the main drag and you can see the beach - great for people watching or hearing the waves.

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    Ask the Community - Kihei Caffe

    What time should you go to limit the wait?

    As soon as they open

    What is in the Ube cold brew latte (besides Ube)?

    Do you offer dairy-free pancakes?

    I really don't know. I'm lactose intolerant and I ate their pancakes and didn't irritate my stomach at all. All bodies are not the same however Thts based off my experience

    Is a reservation needed?

    No reservations accepted.

    So excited you opened on the west side!!!! Will you have your fabulous cinnamon rolls? 🤞🏻❤️💕

    They sure do!

    Do they accept credit cards?

    Cash only, but they have an atm inside.

    Any gluten free pancakes or waffles?

    I didn't notice any, but heads up ...they use canned pineapple on their waffles! Nalu's had better food, call them, they are friendly there too!

    Do the macadamia pancakes contain any milk or traces of milk (butter, etc)?

    It contains butter

    Is takeout available?

    Absolutely. They are super quick and very good about it too.

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