Q: What is a barista's favorite exercise? A: The French press. Sheryl had told us to check out Kona…read moreCoffee Purveyors at International Marketplace and what an amazing suggestion. Without a doubt, this was the best cuppa coffee on the trip.Upon walking in, the place smelled amazing. The two of us ordered a black sesame latte, shared an affogato, and tried a Konawaena pour over (Kiwae honey, roasted macadamia, and milk chocolate) pourover. The affogato was amazing. I was on an affogato kick that whole trip and this place did it the best. If you're in the Waikiki area, it is well worth a visit to Kona Coffee Purveyors. You will not regret it if you're a coffee fan.

Unfortunately, this was a very disappointing experience. The hospitality felt poor and the staff…read morecame across as impatient rather than welcoming. I ordered the 100% Kona coffee option and paid the additional charge for it, but the drink itself was poorly crafted. When I politely asked if it could be remade, the response was essentially that remaking it would not improve the quality of the drink. Rather than offering to remake or replace it, I was told I would need to pay the difference to order a different coffee--even though I had already paid a premium for the 100% Kona option. I understand that not every drink will turn out perfectly. What bothered me much more was how the situation was handled. A specialty coffee shop charging a premium for its coffee should be willing to stand behind the drink it serves and make a reasonable effort to correct something a customer is unhappy with. The combination of the poorly made drink and dismissive service made this a particularly disappointing visit.

Absolutely TOP NOTCH Coffee Served up by a kind sweet and friendly owner !!! Purchsed 4bags of…read moreEspresso a bag of French and a bag of Bravissimo. Now about 4 days in to a bag of the Espresso, and let me say now, sum of the BEST HOME COFFEE you could hope to brew. The quality and love put into the roasting of these beans truly shows in the taste of the coffee. THANK YOU SO MUCH KCCR !!!

Wonderful coffee to take home, but beware, you need to order ahead of time to pickup…read more When I stopped by on my way to the airport, the owner said she did not have any for sale. She said all coffees are pre-sold and orders are taken in advance as they roast fresh what they sell. When I looked depressed and dejected, she said they have about 10# of espresso coffee beans just roasted and if I would like that. Of course, I said yes and bought 2lbs. Next morning after landing back home, the espresso beans were just amazing. They were not as dark as I thought - it was the perfect dark roast I was looking for. Not burnt - very low acid - wonderful fruity taste/aroma. Going to mail order another 5# and try their other roasts.

I am so sad to hear that this location has to close. The Ward Center has always been here when I…read morevisit! And now, it's going to be gone. I loved coming to this location because parking was always easy. The staff was always friendly and welcoming! I usually get The Prince, but I ordered The Queen for a change, and was hooked. At least I can go to the one near Chinatown. Hopefully they open in a new location! Again, I will miss coming here! Mahalo!

Today I checked out the new Ali'i Coffee coffee location . It's on the Makai side of Ala Moana…read moreshopping center . The ground level next door to Mrs.Fields cookies but unfortunately they're close for business so sad . I ordered my go to drink iced white chocolate mocha latte. It was very delicious and also gave me a little caffeine boost for the morning. There's a few tables inside as well as outside . Service is friendly and pretty fast . Now I know there's Ali'i coffee in the mall I will be definitely going there more often . Couple of times I went to their Courtyard by Marriott location on Kuhio Ave. They also have a location on N.Betetania St which parking could be a challenge. Support local

I've known about their Kaimukī location for a while, but finally made an effort to visit the one in…read moreWaikiki. It's located inside the DFS, and has a large area at the back of the mall. The coffee shop can be entered from the mall or outside; they also have outdoor seating where you can order on your phone. Indoors is cozier and more fun, with bar seating, tables, and oversized chairs to relax. They have a lot of merchandise to go, including beans. If you're stopping in for a refreshment, they have a nice menu of hot and cold coffee drinks, teas, sodas, etc. They also have baked goods- I tried the 'ulu banana bread and really enjoyed it. I also had an iced cold brew, which was strong and creamy. Prices were reasonable for the quality and being in Waikiki. They can pour your drinks for dine in or disposable to go. This is definitely a recommended coffee shop in Waikiki!

Solid coffee shop serving pastries, Açaí bowls and sandwiches. I had a macademia nut latte which…read morewas good. Açaí bowl was solid 7/10, have had better on the island. I wish they would've added more almond butter. My 3 star review mostly coming from the fact that they don't have a bathroom available until 11am because it's shared with the duty free store next door. Not even sure if that's legal, but a bathroom should absolutely be available during their opening hours. Had to leave rushing to find a bathroom nearby. However, good for working with good WiFi and ample seats.

This coffee shop is located right on Waikiki and an easy walk from any of the resorts. The shop…read moredoes get busy but the line moves pretty quickly. The coffee itself is pretty good, as I got a cold brew. The breakfast burrito is good but I do wish it was a little bigger in size.

Overall, I'd skip this spot. Staff is very friendly and location is nice. Tried the lemon poppy…read moreseed bread, the meat breakfast wrap, and a small cappuccino. The line is much shorter than Kona Coffee Purveyors but it costs just as much and the quality isn't the same. The lemon poppy seed bread was good but I'd skip the meat breakfast wrap.

Had the local breakfast sandwich 3 or 4 times. I still think about it now that I'm home. YUM! The…read moreportuguese sausage they use isn't as sweet as the others I've had, and the croissant is all buttery and crispy and toasty (though I'm 99% sure it's just a Costco croissant - they heat it up just right!) They also offer sugar free coconut syrup. I got one pump in a cold brew and added some heavy cream and it was incredible!! I did get one of their specialty coffee drinks for my husband and he said it was really sweet so maybe ask for a reduction in syrup.

2 stars for the coffee but the service was fast and the baristas were very sweet and helpful…read more My family and I got a few of their iced drinks (Queen Latte, Prince Latte, Banana Milk Float, and Kula Cold Brew) and we all drank a quarter of it and threw the rest away :( Drinks were overly sweet and VERY milky. Wouldn't recommend getting their iced beverages but I'm sure their hot beverages are much better.

Came here because many said the whole beans were great. This is more of a "walk to" than a "park…read moreat". I got a black coffee and a bag of dark roast, coffee was good, didn't stand out to me as amazing but not bad. If I lived close by I would come here more often

Authentic little coffee shop in downtown Honolulu, walkable in distance if you work downtown. The…read moremenu is no-fuss and simple. None of those hipster crafted beverages. If you like simple like me, this place is for you. I went first thing this morning to get my matcha fix. The gentleman working the front counter was welcoming and soft spoken. I ordered an iced matcha latte with oat milk and a magic bar. The matcha is whisked in a bowl in front of you. I could tell they make their beverages with care. The matcha latte was smooth and creamy, unlike Starbucks where it's sometimes chunky and chalky. The magic bar was a nice little treat to start my morning off right. Will definitely be back again. Skip the big corporate companies and support this local small business.

Did my research to find Kona coffee for my upcoming visit to Vancouver, so I walked from home and…read moretook shelter in Local Joe's to cool off and order some 100% Kona Mauna Kea Estate coffee and have it ground. Liv was so delightful and clearly the right person for the job so I knew I was in the right place. In the meantime I ordered an iced coffee (which was delicious!!!!) and sat down and watched folks come and go. This is clearly a popular local coffee and snack shop so I will keep this place in mind since it's locally owned and operated and their decaf is processed via osmosis, not chemicals. That's a big plus.

I honestly don't understand the hype surrounding this place, the reality is completely misleading…read more I called 15 minutes ahead to place an order. The employee took it and immediately hung up on me--no name taken, no "thank you," no "goodbye." When I arrived, the parking was a mess, so I had to be dropped off. Inside, the food display looked sad, and the cashier looked completely miserable and unpresentable. While waiting patiently on the side for 15 minutes, I watched the kitchen staff preparing food. Red flag: they literally microwave their eggs instead of cooking them fresh. After 30 minutes of total waiting time, I finally went up to check on my order, only to find out the cashier hadn't even handed my ticket to the kitchen yet. She sent it back right in front of me without a single word of apology--just a blank stare. I cancelled my order on the spot. Horrible service, zero management, and low-quality food prep. Save your golden time & money and go somewhere else. Definitely not a place where I'd want my food prepared!

Ali'i Coffee is such a cute little spot in downtown Honolulu. There's paid parking nearby, and they…read morealso offer online ordering, which is great if you're in a hurry. The café itself is on the smaller side, but the menu has a great selection of drinks and food options. I ordered the Royal Ube Matcha Latte over ice, and it was delicious. It's actually one of my favorite places on Oʻahu to get an ube latte--the flavors are balanced well, and you can still taste both the matcha and the ube. What really stood out to me was the staff. Everyone was incredibly friendly and personable. At one point, I genuinely thought a customer was a friend of one of the employees because their conversation felt so natural and welcoming, but they had actually just met. That's the kind of atmosphere they create. The whole shop has a warm, bubbly energy and feels very much like a neighborhood coffee spot where people know each other and enjoy being there. If you're looking for great coffee, friendly service, and a cozy local vibe in downtown Honolulu, Ali'i Coffee is definitely worth checking out.

Cute beach vibe interior!…read more The queen latte - hazelnut and coconut. At first I thought the drink looked a bit too light in color but the coffee itself had a deep flavor. The coconut was not overpowering.

Needed an afternoon matcha pick-me-up or else I'd fall asleep at my desk. I remembered this spot…read moreused to be Cafe Daisy. Menu looks pretty similar with the fancy-smancy lavender lattes and food items such as wraps and bagels. I ordered an iced matcha latte with oatmilk. Taste was okay, the drink looked very green and left a little gritty aftertaste in my mouth. Their preparation method is similar to Starbucks; Don't expect a handcrafted matcha beverage. Cashier was nice and greeted me with a smile. She offered me a stamp card with my purchase. But other than that she looked a little bored being there. My drink came out quickly and I was on my way. Overall, it's an okay spot. Would probably return if I don't feel like walking too far lol.

Based on My Visit only…read more I ordered the iced strawberry cold-foam matcha latte with oat milk. The flavor was okay not bad at all but not quite as delicious or visually appealing as I hoped. My friend had an iced latte with whole milk and it tasted lighter than expected, especially considering the price and compared to similar spots nearby. Overall, the drinks were just average for us, so we'd give them around a 5/10 based on this visit. The staff were genuinely lovely. Everyone was welcoming, had great service energy and seemed happy to be there. This was definitely the highlight of the experience. The space is clean, simple and has plenty of outdoor seating which is always a plus. It's a nice spot to sit and relax. Overall: For us, it wasn't something we'd drive far specifically for yet but we appreciate the effort and hope to see how they continue to grow. This is just our personal experience and others may enjoy different menu items more.