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    Sweet E's Cafe

    4.7 (3.4k reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Eggs benedict
    Lauree T.

    This is my favorite place to go for brunch! It's very delicious and I always order their Eggs Benedict with hash browns. Their other menu items are good too but if I want an amazing eggs benedict, I go here. The place is very spacious and also has outdoor seating, it's a cozy setting. The servers there are super chill and nice too so you'll feel right at home! They also come out with the food so fast

    corned beed hash
    Samantha L.

    This spot offers great value with generous portions and is perfect when you're craving a simple, satisfying breakfast. The service was also a highlight, as everyone was incredibly friendly and welcoming. My favorite dish was actually the Mess. It was loaded with ingredients, hearty, and easily enough to keep you full for hours. The stuffed French toast was another standout. I tried both the banana and blueberry versions, and while both were delicious, the banana was my favorite because it was a bit sweeter and more flavorful. If you're looking for a casual breakfast spot with large portions, friendly service, and reasonable prices, this place is definitely worth a visit.

    Waffle
    Jessica P.

    So yummy!! I got blueberry stuffed French toast and I ended up having to share with my kids because they loved it They got the eggs benny and my son thought it was super yummy And the waffle was devoured. The boys have declared we will be back tomorrow. We cannot wait to hear our name yelled out in the parking lot - best part of our meal! Thank you!!

    Hawaiian Omelette w/ Fried Rice and Toast Veggie Eggs Benedict w/ Roasted Potatoes Extreme Mess w/ Sourdough Toast
    Angeli M.

    If you're looking for a breakfast place that has wonderful food and good value for money, Sweet E's Cafe is the place to go. Service: Awesome. We were actually asked about 3 times by 3 different servers if we wanted a different drink besides water, which was ok with us. We appreciated them being very attentive to each table's needs. Food: 10/10. I ordered the Veggie Eggs Benedict and it tasted really good. I liked how the ingredients taste fresh and how the benny complemented very well with the potatoes. I also sampled my brother's fried rice and it was amazing. The Extreme Mess was flavorful too, a little bit on the saltier side for me but my boyfriend enjoyed it. Ambiance: We were seated outside but it was covered and well-ventilated. The place is well-maintained and clean, and has a "local brunch place" vibe which I liked. Parking: We lucked out and got parking at the available space by their lot, around 11am on a Saturday. There's also street parking available.

    Spinach and feta omelette with hashbrowns and sourdough toast
    Catherine P.

    We decided to visit Sweet E's Cafe on a morning where our power went out due to the storm and it was wet and rainy. Looking for a hearty breakfast meal and hopefully not too many other people out and about we decided to try our luck with Sweet E's Cafe. Well we somehow got lucky with a parking spot out front and an ope table outside. Not realizing how windy and bit chilly it was, our kids were not prepared for that and thankfully our server found us a table inside. They brought small toys for the kids to play with while we ate. I got the spinach and feta omelette with hash browns. The kids got bagel sandwiches which now looking back they could have split. I was quite surprised at how well seasoned and cooked the hash browns were. I think that was my favorite part. I think they omelette could have done with a little more salt or feta, but those hash browns made up for it. The side is very cozy with many pictures hanging on the walls. The place was bustling for most of our time there. Parking is very limited in the lot out front. There is street parking but we couldn't find anything within a decent walking distance. Somehow we lucked out on the second go around.

    Stuffed blueberry cream cheese French toast with fruits on top
    Nhi T.

    I had the stuffed blueberry cream cheese French toast with fruits on top. Overall, it was good and delicious. The fruits tasted fresh and the French toast was soft. I enjoyed the cream cheese aspect, but it did make the overall meal taste a bit heavy. The server was nice and provided us with suggestions on what to do on the island. When we left, the server came out to say bye and provided more suggestions. Amazing service. I would rate service a 5 star.

    Little toys from the spot to keep the kids busy
    Wil L.

    Here's a review from start to finish if you are a tourist. Parking here is a pain. There is a small parking lot that fits 12 cars but probably really 8 or 9. 2 cars are completely boxed in so I am assuming this is staff parking. There is off street parking but it is not easy. Simply drop off someone to get on the list and look for parking. FYI, they won't let you wait inside the restaurant. There is a small shade spot but if it's taken, you're roasting so bring a hat. Inside is nice and cold! We were here for the breakfast menu. They gave the kiddos a plastic cup of toys which was pretty cool to keep them occupied. The waiter was cool, great recommendations and suggestions. Here is what we ordered: 1. Hawaiian Omelet 2. Corn beef hash breakfast burrito 3. Sides of rice and pork for the youngsters. Everything was so darn delicious. I could go on and on about my breakfast burrito but you just have to get it. This is definitely a must go to place during your vacation! Everyone that came in was quoted 10/15 minute wait time lol. We waited around that time but I found it funny. Party of 8? 10/15. Party of 2, 10/15. Funny! Love this place!

    Outside
    Nathan N.

    My friend suggested this place to me, so we came here for brunch on a Monday holiday. The servers here are great, very attentive. We were seated as soon as my friend arrived . First off, the corned beef hash was spiced to perfection. I was pleasantly surprised, even though I have already known myself to enjoy corned beef. Next, the kalua pork Eggs Benedict was really gratifying, and I'm always happy to try any variation of the Eggs Benedict. Lastly, the stuffed French toast was scrumptious. The cream cheese goes really well with banana or blueberry. Our server was wise to inform us that we can mix and match the French toast flavors, such that we could get 2 banana & 1 blueberry, which my friend did. I liked the blueberry French toast better, but both were still good. The bottomless iced tea or iced coffee was a really nice option (and potentially put me at risk of over-caffeinating, but I'm not complaining). They even gave me a to-go cup for my iced tea. The team at Sweet E's really took care of us. We opted to eat outside for the brunch atmosphere, which I regretted immediately because I really dislike eating outside (because of flies).

    1/2 Eggs Benedict
    Joe J.

    To be honest, this place was meh at best. I walked in expecting a good local brunch spot and was greeted with a waiting list, which was fine. Unfortunately the atmosphere felt a bit dingy, and the restaurant didn't seem particularly clean. My order also came out wrong. I asked for fried rice with my Eggs Benedict and got white rice. I ordered the blueberry cream cheese stuffed French toast and received the banana version instead. The staff seemed rushed and overwhelmed, which may explain some of the issues. I'm hoping it was just an off day, but honestly I probably wouldn't return.

    Banana French Toast side
    Betty B.

    Don't let the waitlist and lack of parking scare you. The wait is not that bad! We arrived on a long weekend and there were 6 people infront of us, we also had 8 people so we definitely needed a larger table. Surprisingly we were seated within 20 minutes! The server was super nice. He had waters for us immediately and bonus points for some toys to keep our little one busy. Food also came out pretty fast. I ordered a Hawaiian Omlette with hash and sourdough toast. My little one wanted pancakes so we got one as a side instead of the full plate. It was such a good idea! The omlette was huge and delish. We also tried the banana french toast and blueberry french toast, both were yummy!

    Shaka across the street
    Leanne K.

    This place is really great as we went here 2 days in a row for breakfast! Ther service is top notch, all male crew that is on top of drinks, food, napkins and so friendly. The food is fresh, quality and quick! We had the Corned Beef Hash/Eggs/Pancke, Smoked Salmon Bagel, Portuguese Sausage/Eggs. We will return soon!

    Grease soaked thru my desk
    C M.

    This had to be worst Benedict in my life. The Cornee beef has was burnt to a crisp. The hash browns drowned in grease. I'm so upset I wasted money on this crap

    Macadamian waffle... really good!
    Gayle S.

    Local hand. Always a line, excellent food options. If you're a big breakfast lover, I highly recommend. The pancakes, rock! A must try if breakfast is your "thang!"

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    Food and service is amazing ......... I come here every time while in Honolulu ........ does not disappoint

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    Ask the Community - Sweet E's Cafe

    What drinks, if any, are bottomless?

    Coffee and teas. The ones that say "Free refills" on the menu in the pics on Yelp!...

    Is Breakfast served all day? Thanks!

    They're only open till 2pm, but yes it's a brunch menu all day.

    We have our Westie with us. We were wondering if the 'Dogs Allowed' was only for service dogs or all dogs?

    Not sure, never noticed any other dogs while we were there.

    Do you take reservations?

    When we went it was 8:30 and there was no wait. Once we were done there was a long wait out the door and people waited outside. They were taking names as people showed up and just called them when they were next

    Is there a virtual wait list you can join morning of?

    There was not one when we were there.

    Is there a kid's menu?

    can't remember at the moment,but there prices are pretty reasonable and the quality and service is amazing

    Is this spot still BYOB?

    Yes it is as of October '21

    Are you open? Today is Mon 8/17/2020, 12noon. Been trying for the past 15 min. Phone either busy or just rings but no answer.

    Aloha, yes we are open for both dine in and take out, our servers might be on the phone taking another order. Please keep trying or try calling our other phone line. 808-737-7780

    Doesn't this place allow BYOB?!

    Yes, I've brought stuff for mimosas there!

    Do they have vegan options?

    Yes they do for lunch. You can order a salad or grilled veggies. Maybe for breakfast you can ask them to do a stir fry with the veggies

    Are you open for breakfast on Thanksgiving and with same menu?

    Unfortunately we will be closed on thanksgiving

    What happened to the extreme mess? Did they change cooks or something. The serving size used to cover the entire plate, it's about a third smaller now.

    I guess there doing portion sizes for a balanced diet🧐

    Are they dog friendly?

    Yes. We have seating on our outside patio.

    Is there parking?

    Yes, there is a small parking lot. We did park in it on a weekday. On the weekend they had valet there, but we were able to find parking on the street a few blocks away, no problem.

    Do they take Reservations for Mother's Day Breakfast?

    I don't know. May want to call them because them since they are always busy.

    Are there mimosas?

    as Mele mentioned, "No". They do not serve any alcohol at all. But please do visit this place. The food is Amazing!

    Do they do take out?

    Yes they do! I've placed take out orders over the phone

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    Sorry, but gotta keep it real-- this place was a foul ball. Mrs. Picante and I wanted our cake and…read moreeat it too: we wanted pho, but didn't want to walk too far from the hotel. This place was just two blocks away, so we braved the November misty rain and consistent wind through the buildings to make it over here. To be fair, this seemed more like a Vietnamese coffee joint and a Banh Mi place... so maybe coming here for pho wasn't our best idea. They had two kinds available that night-- beef and chicken. Since chicken pho is not something I'm willing to try, we both ordered up the dac biet. The broth was bland with a thin and unpleasant veil of grease along the top that congealed quickly on the rim of the bowl. It wasn't hot enough, or maybe the pre-cooked and chilled noodle block they poured it over cooled it off. Meat was chewy and low quality. The sprouts and basil were soggy and wilted. Honestly, it was a get up and leave kind of thing. The whole place was just dingy and didn't feel great. I've eaten at some very modest places in my native San Gabriel Valley in Southern California, so it's not a snobbery thing. It's a "someone get a Swiffer wet jet and some paper towels and give this whole place a once-over. Speaking of once, that's the sum total of times we'll ever eat here. Too bad... because it was really close to our hotel :)

    Don't understand the high rating, that pork Ban Mi was atrocious!! The ladies be in there…read moremicrowaving up a storm; and you can tell by the way the food tastes.. The pork in it was mostly mushy in texture and off putting. Nothing was really fresh tasting and The price definitely didn't line up. Place was ambiance free- felt like I was eating in someone's messy kitchen! I tossed my sandwich but my daughter ate her half and her stomach paid the price later! Easily my least favorite food experience while vacationing in Hawaii!

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    Sprout Sandwich Shop

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    4.5
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    1.0 mi
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    I ordered on their website and the sandwiches came out 10 minutes after the promised time…read more The store is crowded and each of our sandwiches were $15+. It feels like one of those places that has become trendy because someone on Instagram popularized it. The sandwich was good but not great. The lettuce was turning brown. In my opinion, a really great sandwich excels because you can taste the quality, freshness, and flavor of its individual ingredients. In my sandwich, the turkey was flavorless and it felt like they used a strong, heavy sauce to give it flavor, which to me does not make for a foodie destination, $15+ sandwich. Māla Market in Hawaii Kai remains, by far, my favorite sandwich. And given how long Sprout took, I could've driven to Hawaii Kai, gotten my sandwich, and driven back in less time.

    Located in Kaimuki near the Crackseed store and Banan, Sprout is a small sandwich shop. There is…read moreparking in the lot near the shop, or street parking. Mostly we go as a takeout spot, although there was a bench outside. Their sandwich menu has variety but is not overwhelming. The people working have also been quite nice! We decided to get the No Comply toasted. While it is a pricier sandwich, as it was about $14, the sandwich came packed with chicken, lettuce, and more. It served as a meal and a half! It was also super tasty with the roasted garlic mayo and pesto. Definitely a go-to sandwich order that I am looking forward to getting again!

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    Hawaiian Aroma Caffe

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    1.1 mi
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    Happy hour specials
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    They have daily happy hour 12pm-7pm Got mai tais for $7 ea…read moreand a berry açaí bowl for about $14. The berry bowl was so delicious 12/10 would totally recommend. The cashiers and servers were great and friendly

    My wife and I stopped by Hawaiian Aroma Caffè after Easter Sunday service at a nearby church,…read moreexcited to try it together. I had visited their sister location the night before in Waikīkī and had such a great experience that I told my wife, "If this place is anything like last night, we're in for something good." She agreed--and we decided to give it a shot. Right when we walked in, we were greeted by Colby, a tall, friendly guy with a great attitude. I mentioned my experience from the night before, and he immediately said he wanted to live up to that standard. That kind of response set a really positive tone. We ordered two Aroma Specials: Dolce & Banana (me) Nutella Latte (my wife) For food, we went with: P.B. Delight açaí bowl Turkey pesto panini Bacon & egg bagel Total came out to about $62, which we expected given the location near the beach. We grabbed a seat inside by the window (outside seating was full--no surprise on such a beautiful morning). Our drinks came out quickly--but unfortunately, this is where things started a little rough. We both noticed right away that something was off. My wife's Nutella latte didn't have that rich hazelnut flavor you'd expect, and my Dolce & Banana was missing the banana entirely. Honestly, they tasted almost identical. When I politely mentioned it to a staff member who brought out our food, the response felt dismissive and didn't really address the concern--which was disappointing and definitely not the experience we were hoping for. At that point, we decided to just enjoy the food and move forward--and I'm glad we did, because the food was fantastic. The turkey pesto panini was loaded with flavor, perfectly crispy on the outside, and packed with melty cheese. The bacon & egg bagel was hearty, well-balanced, and super satisfying. The P.B. Delight açaí bowl was the surprise standout--perfectly blended, fresh, and the peanut butter added an awesome richness that made it feel like a treat. Everything on the food side absolutely delivered. A few minutes later, Colby came by to check on us--and this is where the entire experience turned around. I let him know honestly: "The food is amazing, but the coffee missed the mark." Without hesitation, without attitude, and without making excuses, he said, "Hang on, let me fix that." I even told him not to worry about it--we were enjoying ourselves regardless--but he insisted. "Rick, I got you," he said. Within minutes, he came back with two freshly made drinks and a sincere apology. We took a sip and immediately--night and day difference. The Nutella latte had that rich, distinct hazelnut flavor. The Dolce & Banana finally had that smooth, balanced banana note Exactly what we were hoping for the first time. Colby is the MVP Colby completely turned this experience around. His attitude never changed--he was smiling, positive, kind, and genuinely cared about making things right. No defensiveness, no excuses--just great customer service and follow-through. That kind of service is rare, and it matters. It's evident that not all the workers have that same dedication to customer service but Colby does! What could have been a disappointing visit ended up being a great one because of him. Hawaiian Aroma Caffè--take care of this young man! He represents your business incredibly well. He needs to be leading your team on what customer service looks like and they need to follow his lead. From naming customers by their first name, to holding that perfect smile the entire time, to checking in with guests after receiving their meals and really caring about their experience. Colby naturally has it and should be showing every one how to do it as well! The Future Looks Bright for Colby and if you don't take of him, someone smart will! Final Thoughts Great food, great location, and a really cool atmosphere--but what stood out most was the service recovery. Mistakes happen anywhere. What matters is how they're handled--and Colby handled it perfectly. Because of him, we'll absolutely be back. Thank you again, Colby--keep doing your thing. You made our day. - Dr. Rick

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    Traditional waffles with side of scrambled eggs and bacons.

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