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    Nadine C.

    Refreshing beverage in Honolulu, Hawaii... Since I was in Chinatown on a Sunday when metered street parking is free, I tried to find Sweetyee because my friend, Angel H. was there and wrote a review with photos. She was right when she said to look for the bright pink storefront! The entrance is on Maunakea Street - even though the address is Hotel Street. Sweetyee is located across the street from Sing Cheong Yuan Bakery. This is a takeout only vendor with a kind woman doing everything... taking orders, making change, pounding up the lemons and other fresh fruits, and heat sealing the cups. She's awesome! My watermelon lemon tea was wonderful on this sunny April morning! Wishing this new business much success!

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    Angel H.

    I haven't been to Chinatown in a while. I was there today to get dim sum for lunch. As we were walking down Maunakea we saw this new boba and smoothie shop. You can't miss it. It's the only pink storefront on the street. It was a hot day, so we wanted something to quench our thirst. We decided to try the mango pomelo sago $7.99. It was delicious. It was creamy, sweet and had bits of real mango in it. It was a lot better than how most boba shops make it. The two other drinks I want to try are the papaya smoothie and cheese foam watermelon tea. There was one person working in the shop. The woman was the cashier and made the drinks. She was nice and efficient. The drink came out fast.

    Myra G.

    This small little place is a gem!! Was so thirsty and hot and we stumbled upon this place. Two ladies working hard filling to go orders and anyone coming up to order. They definitely have the system down operating seamlessly. We ordered the mango pomelo sago smoothie and I highly suggest it. I would come back just for this drink it was so delicious!

    Lin P.

    This Saturday was my fourth time buying drinks at this store. Today I bought the avocado sago pudding, and it tasted amazing! The price was also very reasonable, only $7.99, and the ingredients were very fresh. A little boy came to help out today; it was the first time I'd ever met him. He accidentally spilled my drink, and the lady in the store kept apologizing and comforting him. Later I learned that the boy had just turned 16, and this was his first job. I sincerely encouraged him to keep it up! Although he made mistakes, he was very conscientious and responsible, cleaning up all the spilled drinks. He's such a good kid; keep up the good work!

    Mango Pomelo Sago

    Good price for the size of the drink. Taste is good. Owner was nice. I found out the whole shop is a one women operation so I'm very impressed. I'm always happy to support local businesses.

    I bought their mango sago pudding by chance, and the fruit was very fresh and the taste was perfect. The next day I went back and bought their fruit tea, which was also delicious. I highly recommend everyone try it. The smiling owner made me very

    Passion fruit lemon tea

    One of the better lemon tea that I have had. Not too sour and not too sweet. The price was good for how big the drink was.

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    The young lady making our delicious pineapple and lemon tea is always smiling and so kind. We love coming here.

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    Island Vintage Coffee

    Island Vintage Coffee

    4.3
    (4.2k reviews)
    3.2 mi
    $$

    Excellent customer service . The coffee serve as an excellent ad you go , smoothies , açaí bowl are…read morereally good as well . No one can't beat it.

    This is a great spot to grab coffee and brunch, but be prepared to wait a bit for your drinks. The…read moreline moved quickly when ordering, and the staff was efficient, but the drinks took longer than I expected to come out. The wait was worth it, though. The Lava Mocha is hands down my favorite mocha I've ever had. Rich, smooth, and perfectly balanced. It was the reason I came back and waited! Mauna Kea Iced Coffee is my FAVORITE coffee of all time. I will be drooling over this coffee until I return. It has coffee, sea salt caramel, a scoop of ice cream, and black sea salt. Already it sounds delicious and it was. I finished my drink within 5 minutes. I didn't order any food this time, but everything coming out of the kitchen looked delicious. The menu is extensive with plenty of options, making it a great place for brunch whether you're craving something sweet or savory. The café also has a small section selling Island Vintage merchandise, which is fun to browse while you're waiting. If you choose to sit outside, don't be surprised if a few birds decide to join you for breakfast and they're regulars too.. Overall, despite the longer wait for drinks, the quality of the coffee, inviting atmosphere, and tempting menu make this a spot I'd happily visit again.

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    Taro Bagel with Ube Cream Cheese
    Taro Bagel with Ube Cream Cheese
    2025.03.21. Island Vintage Coffee Waikiki, Honolulu, O'ahu, Hawaii

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    Kona Coffee Purveyors

    Kona Coffee Purveyors

    4.4
    (2.6k reviews)
    3.3 mi
    $$

    Good things come to those who wait. I only wish there were more people here specifically waiting…read morefor the coffee because it was absolutely delicious! Sadly, it seemed more folks were there for the pastries though. First off, I'm surprised I found such a fabulous cup of coffee in what feels like the epicenter of tourist life on this island. While visiting another island nearly establishment had signage stating they served Kona and/or Hawaiian coffee, but nearly every establishment's coffee was absolutely awful. Seeing the location I fully expected them to phone in the coffee, but it's clear that coffee comes first here, even if many of the guests are trying to get pastries! You'll be shocked by the line, but just know the staff is efficient and it moves fast. They offer a variety of their own locally roasted beans here, with options for batch brew, espresso drinks and even pour overs (impressive considering the volume of customers). The coffees are well described and the baristas have the additional knowledge you may be seeking when you order, and all in all this went as quickly as I could have expected. Truly, the coffee was delightful, and the fact I was drinking a hot drink on an extremely hot day didn't even phase me. I wanted so badly to bring home a bag of each one, but given that everything is more expensive in Hawaii, these were all 4x the price of the specialty coffee I buy on the mainland and I just couldn't make it happen. What will happen is me telling everyone to visit this shop when they're in Hawaii because it is 100% worth it. Won't you consider opening one in Reno NV?

    Long line, oven was broken, so only coffee and desserts available…read more Ordered a "Kona" coffee for $5. Quite frankly it's one of the worst cups of coffee I had. Watery, flavorless. This can't be Kona coffee, and if it was, they don't know how to brew it. Terribly horrible, really expensive coffee. Don't bother.

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    Sample drink
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    Delicious dessert
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    Plantoem

    Plantoem

    4.7
    (187 reviews)
    4.4 mi
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    Locally owned & operated
    Boutique

    We need more plant shops like this on island!…read more I love coming here to get my plant fix. The plants are so beautiful and every time I go, an employee has helped me. It was also very nice because I wanted a specific plant and they took my name down so they can let me know when it comes in. One of my favorite plant shops on island!

    Iniital visit the other day to Plantoem...a cafe / plant nursery. It's been open for awhile on…read moreWaialae Avenue in what may be the smallest two-story shopping plaza in town, Lafite Plaza. Go up the ramp to dedicated parking stalls for patrons; avoid the stalls demarcated, reserved. There are street metered stalls along Lafite and, the adjacent structure, Kaimuki Plaza. Plantoem offers a relaxing ambiance upon entrance. Navigate the jungle of plants to access the cafe counter. I requested the Yerba Mate which is only available for in-house. A container with filtered straw was provided alongside a thermal carafe...there was enough hot water for 2.5 servings. The barista was a bit bemused when I ( humorously ) mentioned I swallowed some sediment from the straw...not being used to drinking yerba mate in this traditional way. I felt a little less of a gringo after that beverage. The main dining area is to the left. A nook to the back of the counter is a laptop/device free zone...and I sat in that hideaway...perused a book on interior design ( a few books are available) ...and enjoyed the yerba mate. Hours are from 700a till 500p - Mondays thru Thursdays. Fridays are 700a to 700p. Saturdays are 1000a - 700p. Sundays: 1000a until 500p.

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    Excellent Macchiato coffee and canelé pastry at Plantoem Café in Kaimuki Honolulu Hawaii
    Excellent Macchiato coffee and canelé pastry at Plantoem Café in Kaimuki Honolulu Hawaii
    Great music and drinks at Plantoem Café in Kaimuki Honolulu Hawaii
    Great music and drinks at Plantoem Café in Kaimuki Honolulu Hawaii
    Plantoem Café in Kaimuki Honolulu Hawaii hosts many local artists events for the community .

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    Plantoem Café in Kaimuki Honolulu Hawaii hosts many local artists events for the community .
    Hello Again

    Hello Again

    4.4
    (92 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    Hello Again will have me coming back again! My friend Li Y. recommended we stop by here so I could…read moretry their matcha. I'd been curious about trying their matcha offerings, so I was excited. We came on a holiday morning, and there wasn't anyone inside. The cafe is cute and vibey! Love how pet-friendly it is with the polaroids--I'd definitely bring my pup here. There's also a decent amount of seating to hang out or work at. Service was fine. I ordered at the register, and she made my drink immediately. I was intrigued by their Haupia Matcha Latte. I love all things Haupia, so it seemed like the perfect match. I got the Haupia Matcha Latte with Oat Milk, and it was superb. I loved how creamy it was, how the sweetness of the haupia shone, but the earthiness of the matcha was still there. I'd definitely recommend this drink and am curious about their others. Hello Again is a nice cafe addition to Chinatown. With all the cafes in the area, it's worth a visit if you're a matcha lover like me. Find the cafe off Nuuanu Ave., unassuming on the outside but nicely sized once you go in! Parking is limited to the street or nearby municipal parking.

    Yes please! Enjoy the comfy cozy sitting area. Hello Again is tucked away downtown. Parking can…read morebe a challenge tho there are metered spaces just outside door and municipal parking lots not far away. The drinks are heavenly. I enjoyed a coconut matcha. Can't wait to return and repeat!

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    Inside the shop
    Haupia Matcha Latte (Oat Milk)
    Haupia Matcha Latte (Oat Milk)
    Haupia Matcha Latte is yummy!

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    Haupia Matcha Latte is yummy!
    The Curb Kaimuki

    The Curb Kaimuki

    4.5
    (514 reviews)
    4.3 mi
    $$

    curb...idk about you bro. i'm gonna be a bit harsh since they market themselves as specialty and…read morealso i am a picky over- caffeinated brat. first location - LITERALLY on the curb of some small strip. funny looking decor, try to find the pic of the abg. that means asian baby girl by the way. service was fast and nice especially since we came 10 minutes before closing. cortado was okay. tad bit overextracted. decent amount of brightness, some chocolate notes that are masked by the bitterness. idk if this was their recipe today but i saw a piece of paper saying 18g in 30 g out. that ratio is unfortunately not working for me! not sure if they pulled too long or this was just a crappy ristretto . however milk was steamed well! the matcha latte belongs on the curb, homeless depressed and broke. tastes like cow milk and not the lush greenery of japan. at least it was hand whisked but WOW did they just like whisk green milk powder or what?? UGHHH i really wanted to like this place too. maybe i'm just more sensitive to espresso right now since i'm on my deriod

    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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    The shop
    8th and Waialae

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    The Sunrise Shack

    The Sunrise Shack

    4.3
    (1.4k reviews)
    3.3 mi
    $$

    Such a nice treat after laying at the beach for several hours. I got the tropical bowl and it was…read moredelicious! Very refreshing. The staff is very friendly and ready to help with your order. I love the vibes from this place, vibrant colors and very much sun-kissed energy. I see this business is marked as temp closed -- it is very much open lol.

    Super late review -…read more I'm sad. I really wanted to love this place but I just couldn't. I don't want to be that person when this place has an overall rating of 4.5 but this is just my honest opinion. I got the blue dream and yes it was very ascetically pleasing, but it was just too icy. Before coming to this place i read a couple of reviews that also said the same thing and i didn't understand what that meant, but now I do. There are a lot of flavorless, just regular, small shards of ice in the bowl. On top of that, the moment I received my bowl, it was already borderline melted. So that got me thinking, how can it be melted and icy at the same time? The only explanation that I can think of is just ice additive/fillers. It's not pure cold acai or whatever is in the bowl you choose, but there's a mixture of ice in it too. Yes I understand, it's Waikiki, everything is more expensive, but the added topping prices on top of the already expensive bowl prices just don't make sense. You want a beautiful looking bowl with a lot of different toppings, yet some toppings can go up to 1 dollar PER topping. I don't know if I've just been spoiled by a couple places in SoCal, but at those places they have unlimited toppings and those bowls are the best that there is. I'm not bringing any bias from other locations, but this is just an honest review based on my experience today.

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    Papaya bowl
    Tropical Smoothie
    Tropical Smoothie
    Açaí bowl

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    Açaí bowl

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