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    Surf Camp Coffee

    4.5 (124 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea, Cafes
    Closed 6:30 am - 3:30 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Interior
    Lauren N.

    Great coffee, really loved the black sesame latte. Comes out really quick. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The interior is really beautiful with ample seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]On a Sunday morning it was pretty crowded but with a line that moved quickly.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Also what is up with the people there? Why is everybody so well dressed and preppy? I felt like I was getting coffee in LA or something. Everybody was in their 20-30s dressed like they were going to Erewhon afterwards. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Dog friendly too![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Be aware there's no WiFi for studying.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Outside of surf camp, it's in the middle of CrossFit and turning point chiropractic
    Jessica R.

    Hard to find since they don't have a big sign! It's RIGHT next to CrossFit! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The cafe is so cute, ordering is simple and easy, I got the large strawberry matcha, at first I thought it's way too much matcha though - I just had to shake it up a bit.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Not my favorite matcha but wanted to try. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have good air conditioning and a cute interior, I would come back if I was in the area.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They also have some baked goods!

    Extra comfort seat...grilled cheese and tomato soup...
    Steven U.

    Ever have a 'Jekyll and Hyde' experience at a restaurant? I did at Surf Camp, but I think it's strongly related to when you show up. One weekend, we decided to try it out ... It was later in the day...closer to brunch time. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The space inside is not extremely large and so when it's full of people it can get a little cramped and very loud.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] And that's what I experienced....not awesome. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The second time we went it was still a weekend, but right when they opened. It was perfect! Not too loud, nice employees...such a great experience[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. I also found my go to meal here! They have tomato soup and also grilled cheese sandwiches. I was able to request an extra crispy grilled cheese and it came out perfect for dipping in the soup. The soup itself was amazing...closer to a tomato puree...so tangy and delicious! Also the cucumber toast with ricotta was super tasty, as was the olena soda. I will be back again, but definitely earlier in the day.

    Karina V.

    Good service + coffee and delicious pastry. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a cute little shop with plenty of seating options.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] All the pastries look yummy so I don't think you can choose wrong here. It was overall good but nothing really stuck out to me? I had my eye on the blueberry latte which i might need to get next time i'm in town but i got a dirty chai (2 extra shots since it would've came out to the same price as 1) and the coffee cake. I had just finished hiking the koko trail so i would recommend stopping by after as a reward!!

    Menu as of Oct 2025
    Amy L.

    Great location and with ample seating. Black sesame latte $6.25 - not too overpowering in sesame flavor and light sweetness. It's a tasty sweet drink to start your day!

    Avocado bagel $14 Blueberry latte $$6.75
    Wina G.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Small little neighborhood cafe located in the back of Niu Valley Shopping Center.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Drive past the main lot and Union 76 station and you'll see a small lot with Edward Jones, a gym and other small businesses. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We came around 10:30 on a Monday and it was quite busy-all of the inside tables were taken but there were a few outside tables open.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We were able to snag a parking lot in the otherwise full small lot. There's several sandwich items ranging around $14-16 and coffee drinks around $6-7, as well as baked goods in the case. Unfortunately the grilled banana bread wasn't available so I got the avocado bagel ($14) instead. It was served on soft bagel ( not toasted) with ricotta cheese and avocado spread on top with sprouts. My friend got the prosciutto sandwich ($16) which was toasted focaccia bread with a nice amount of prosciutto, caramelized onions and mushrooms. It was served with chips. It looked very hearty. I liked my iced blueberry latte. It came with the blueberry syrup on the bottom- I stirred it up and it was very refreshing although I couldn't quite get much of the blueberry flavor thru the coffee. No, matter I liked it anyway. We ordered at the counter and the server brought it out to us. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a nice place to hang and chat but because of that, seating was at a premium and it was a little noisy inside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Also it was a little hard to find parking out front because of the gym goers. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There's a locked bathroom down the hall which was nice and clean.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Just make sure you lock the door after yourself. I'm glad that there's a nice neighborhood cafe here- a hidden but popular place.

    Alana K.

    Really happy we stopped in Surf Camp for a pre-hike coffee. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The space is very inviting, clean and bright with friendly baristas.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We had to try the black sesame latte. It was probably a little sweeter than I typically like my coffee to be, but the flavor was really nice. I'd order it again as a little treat. The ceramic mugs are also really pretty. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Nice seating area outside, too, with plants separating you from the parking lot.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I'm a fan!

    Laura S.

    This neighborhood coffee shop is convenient to grab a bite and go, but it's also a comfortable spot to meet with friends. Everyone working there is so upbeat and friendly. My favorite is the iced black sesame latte. On a recent visit, we had the sesame latte and lox bagel, as well as a hojicha latte with grilled banana bread.

    iced hojicha
    Chris Y.

    The staff is always nice, and all the drinks I've had there are good. It's my go-to spot for iced hojicha in the afternoon

    Nami P.

    I'm a huge fan of matcha lattes and coffee always on the hunt for new spots to try. I was in the Hawaii Kai area after a hike and decided to stop by this place. So glad I did. Their iced matcha with oat milk? So good. Smooth not too sweet and you can actually taste the matcha earthy in the best way. I wish I lived closer because this would definitely be my go-to spot. The vibe here is super chill. Cool people, friendly staff welcoming energy and good music. If you're in the area definitely swing by. Gotta support local gems like this.

    Drinking Water
    Rachael K.

    Looking for a new coffee shop to hangout with friends/family? Surf Camp is the place to go! [Location] Surf Camp Coffee is located behind the 76 Gas Station in the Niu Valley Shopping Center. Plenty of parking spots in the lot as well as in the residential area. Bathroom available outside the cafe for paying customers. No free WiFi but feel free to use a personal hot spot! Lots of seating. Drinking water available. Community cafe vibes! [Food and Drink] My boyfriend and I shared a strawberry matcha scone. The scone was pretty good, though maybe a tad dry. The matcha flavor came through and I loved the strawberry bits throughout! I enjoyed a hot black sesame latte and an iced blueberry latte. You can opt for alternative milk for $1.00 extra! The black sesame latte struck a perfect balance for me, though the black sesame flavor may not be strong enough for some. The iced blueberry latte was delicious, though a bit too sweet for me. I'll likely add for less sweet next time! Everything is crafted with care and aesthetically pleasing. Love the mugs they use for the hot drinks--made by a local ceramicist. You can even buy a mug/cup for about $50. [Customer Service] The baristas seemed to be well-acquainted with the community members, which I appreciated. Patient and kind staff. In fact, I observed a male employee graciously accept feedback from a unsatisfied customer. Apparently, the customer's children didn't care for Surf Camp's matcha? Personally, I like their matcha! Not milky or watered down--has a roasted aspect to it, so I'm wondering if that's what the customer's kids didn't like? Will be back again for sure! Maybe not to do work next time ... can get loud, but in a fun way!

    Lemon raspberry scone
    Sara S.

    Cute neighborhood place. The matcha was solid and you can customize so I got a black sesame matcha latte. The lemon raspberry scone was almost more cake like than scone, but still yummy. Better come early because by the time I got there around 830am, the pastry selection looked picked over. It was either this or a coconut pistachio scone. I think they also had some croissants. Banana bread wait was 15 min so I'll have to try it next time. Prices are standard. Glad this opened up close to home !

    "Have a BREW-TEA-ful day!" A cold brew for da hubz n' a strawberry matcha latte for me. =)
    Jill F.

    @fortunefoodfinds: "Have a BREW-TEA-ful day! A cold brew for da hubz n' a strawberry matcha latte for me from SURF CAMP COFFEE Niu Valley. One way to start your day, in Hawai'i Nei!" Staff: full staffed Interior: good amount of seating, clean, modern, nice atmosphere Exterior: some seating, located behind 7-eleven Wait time: 5 mins Parking: lot n' street Overall comments: been here before but don't remember it being that busy. Visited on a crowded Saturday. All the tables were filled up, until after I ordered one bench seating became available. Definitely a hangout spot. Came specifically just for iced drinks. Cold brew was strong just how da hubby likes it. The strawberry matcha latte was refreshing n' good. Will order these drinks again!

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    4.2(1.7k reviews)
    2.0 miHawaii Kai
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    4.5(514 reviews)
    4.4 mi
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    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!

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    3.7(156 reviews)
    32.1 mi
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    Mele Mele has been a favorite spot of mine to go to for a drink and read/study. It has a lovely…read moreexterior with plenty of seating and shade with a vibrant interior. I've also ordered breakfast from there a couple times and each time the breakfast was really tasty and filling. I am a bit surprised about the negative reviews here regarding service and quality as that hasn't been my experience. Every employee that I've interacted with has been really nice, and every drink I had was pretty good. I understand every business has to sort out its kinks --so I'm writing this review as I believe this business has a bright future ahead. Mahalo!

    I left this place with my family feeling disgusted and like we had been treated differently because…read morewe were Asian. From the moment we interacted with the staff, the attitude was cold, dismissive, and unnecessarily rude. It wasn't just one bad interaction or someone having a bad day. The looks, the tone of voice, and the overall way we were treated made us feel completely unwelcome. My wife noticed it immediately after ordering, but I brushed it off because I didn't want to jump to conclusions. After I had to go back to ask about my watered-down matcha latte, I experienced the same treatment myself. That's when I understood exactly why she felt the way she did. Maybe that wasn't their intention, but as Asian customers, that's how we left feeling. You don't need to understand every word someone says to recognize disrespect. People can feel it through body language, facial expressions, and tone. No family should leave a business feeling this uncomfortable after simply ordering a couple of drinks. We drove out of our way to support this place and instead left disappointed, uncomfortable, and with no desire to ever come back.

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    4.7(99 reviews)
    4.2 miKaimuki
    $$
    Family-owned & operated
    Free WiFi

    It was the first time for me at this little quaint Cafe. It was very busy at the time and it was a…read moreSaturday. We ordered two plates mine was the brisket with fried rice and hers was the Kamalu Bowl. We had the order to go. When we got to the destination and opened up both plates mine didn't look too appetizing but hers did. After gobbling up my food I sort of enjoyed it but I definitely had better brisket. But to my surprise hers tasted really good especially the cauliflower risotto! I definitely order that next time. I'm not too much of a health food fanatic but I'll eat anything. One thing I notice is the service in this place was excellent the servers were very attentive and always asked if I needed help. The lady at the counter was more than willing to make me understand what's in the plates I love that kind of service. If you're looking for a great place to hang out especially in the morning this is the place to come they serve all kinds of drinks yogurt drinks and different coffees. Sorry I didn't take the time to take a picture of all those menus because it was busy. I know this a lot of college age customers enjoying the time at this Cafe. Even some that are on my age which is great to see.

    This morning was the first weekend breakfast out in quite awhile. As we Yelped, we decided to take…read morea healthy route to breakfast and chose to take a drive to Kaimuki and give Rise Cafe a try. There was lots of paid parking available. So important to us because fighting for parking can put a big damper on the experience. The ambience of the cafe made me smile as I felt relaxed and welcomed. It was our first time here and the young lady at the register had a beautiful smile and patiently waited for us to make our menu selections while answering our questions. Seating seemed limited until she shared that there is additional seating upstairs and someone would bring our order to us. Nice! We went upstairs and were able to quickly find a table for two. The wait for our order was reasonable and allowed hubby and me to catch up on our schedules for the upcoming week. Our meals were served with a smile. My better half ordered the Brisket Fried Rice and Drip Coffee. I had the Kamala Bowl and Toasty Matcha. We both enjoyed our meals very much. Personally, I love the fact the it filled me without the typical greasy feel and sluggishness that I normally feel after consuming a savory breakfast. This was great healthy food. If you're looking local kanak-attack portions, you will be disappointed. For me, this was perfect "Hachi-Harabu" servings. Filling without over-eating. I actually feel energized instead of sleepy after a weekend breakfast. Will definitely be back with my girlfriends. I'm glad we decided to give Rise Cafe a try.

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    Kai Coffee - Storefront

    Kai Coffee

    4.5(50 reviews)
    4.1 mi
    $$

    Kai Coffee in the Kalama Valley Shopping Center donated their business to Kai Point Church and is…read morenow The Point Coffee. Ro (sp?) now runs the cafe for the church and was a former executive and barista with Kai Coffee...lots of experience in artisan coffee in Hawaii. He has ideas for the shop: from having it host competitions to adjusting thr menu. Same setup - a few tables inside and outside. I tried The Point Latte; made with mac nut and vanilla syrups. Latte was balanced as he said it would be...on point. Lots of parking in sleepy Kalama Valley Shopping Center. Hours? I missed any signage and forgot to ask.

    Great to see more and more businesses at the Kalama Valley Shopping Center. It used to be just the…read moreThai restaurant and a car repair shop on both ends for the longest time! Having more businesses and a solid coffee shop with Kai Coffee expanding to Kalama Valley is a big welcome. This place is located along Kealahou St. Easy to find. Just turn in from the stoplight between Sandy Beach and Hawaii Kai Golf Course and drive a minute in. Plenty of parking! Cozy, clean, and comfortable place with indoor and outdoor seating. Usual coffee choices with breakfast wraps and sandwiches. Friendly and efficient service. Its signature Kai Latte was good with a nice balance of macadamia nut flavor to coffee. House coffee was brewed well. My only issue is the cup sizes. Large is definitely smaller than the usual and not even filled to the top! The Turkey Pesto sandwich was really good. Nicely portioned and prepared well. Warm, crispy flatbread. Tasty pesto. This sandwich inspired me to buy pesto and make it at home lol. Overall, a solid, little coffee spot in a quiet, calm neighborhood that is Kalama Valley. Conveniently located just a minute from the main highway. Nice, friendly service with well-prepared food and drinks.

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    Kai Coffee - Deluxe Breakfast Sandwich

    Deluxe Breakfast Sandwich

    Kai Coffee - BunBun enjoying some treats

    BunBun enjoying some treats

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