I was the 12th car in line at 9:45 am on a Saturday, and it took about 15 minutes to get my drink…read more That is a comparable wait to being 12th in line at a usual coffee shop (faster IMO) It was my first time, and the girl helping me asked if I wanted to wait to order until I saw their menu. But I tend to research any new place I go, so I kinda knew what I wanted. Hunneh Girl. I asked for cold foam, but wasn't sure what flavor to get. The girl helping me said her fav with that was toasted marshmallow, so I said ok. I'll get a 24 oz. The price is comparable to other places too. With tax, it came out to $10.28. Drink was yummy. I could taste the honey in the drink. The cold foam was a nice touch. It wasn't too sweet; it was just right.

Mama Wahine was good, the ingredient says it has lavander and I was actually able to taste…read morelavander. Coffee was strong but no acidic or bitter after taste. Sweetness was just right. The girls were nice and friendly.

Very good coffee and super nice staff. Went with some friends one morning and were greeted warmly…read more I got a dirty horchata latte and it was so good. Smooth and just the right spice. Inside has lots of seating.

Rise and Grind used to be my favorite spot, I would go to them exclusively. Unfortunately, they…read morerecently changed their POS system and their rewards. Now everything is a little more expensive and the rewards don't feel rewarding. The tipping point that made me write an update is that they charge almost full price for drip coffee refills. Even starbucks offers refills on regular old black coffee. My husband used to enjoy going in to work on college or read so it was sad to not be able to refill his coffee. The espresso is still good (usually) and the pastries are good. The food items are also tasty. The seating and overall vibe is wonderful, and the workers are nice (the older staff are my fave tho!). They are still my favorite for a london fog, but I stop by less often now.

By far my favorite Local. Coffee shop, tucked inside the industrial complex that is a short drive…read morefrom downtown Kailua. Chill local vibes, fantastic coffee and a great place to meet. Service is full of Aloha by experienced Coffee Baristas that skillfully brew & create exceptional lattes. Also serving up fresh local made pastries by Chef Amin Yousefpour. His Voyage Food Truck is on site FRI, SUN & MON serving up his unique made to order breakfast & lunch entrées. Five Fabulous Stars for Flavor, Hand Crafted Coffee, Exceptional Quality, Service with Aloha and the ultimate local vibes and support of community.

This gem is tucked away and worth the drive. The coffee (coconut iced latte) was delicious and the…read morecarrot cake muffin was so yummy. There are places to sit and you can read their origin story. Plus the staff are super helpful and friendly. While we were there, there was a nice flow of customers and yet it was fast. I'll definitely be back when I come back home from the mainland. Support local businesses!

Stumbled upon this boba spot while we were grabbing a quick bite! I ordered the oolong milk tea and…read moremy boyfriend got the signature milk tea. Both drinks already come with boba and my boyfriend also decided to add coffee jelly to his own drink. The drinks came out really quick and they even dropped it off at the table for us. Right off the bat I was super impressed by the boba! I'm a huge texture person and I love how chewy and bouncy it is. The milk tea is more tea based and the oolong tea had a strong roasted floral taste which was really pleasant. The shop has several tables and chairs so it would be a great spot for a coffee chat or to hang out! Overall a def recommend!

I've been to Have Some Tea twice so far and I like it! They have a great variety of drinks…read more I've tried the strawberry mochi smoothie and the signature milk tea with boba. The strawberry mochi smoothie was ok, the smoothie part was good but there was a little too much mochi for me-I felt like I was drinking straight mochi for part of the drink. The milk tea had a nice tea flavor and it wasn't too sweet. My boyfriend really enjoys their guava rice yogurt drink and that one is probably my favorite too! It has such a nice guava flavor and I like the texture and chewiness of the purple rice. The prices for the drinks here are reasonable and they come out fast! A quick, nice stop to get your drink fix.

Out holo holo with Irene M. today…read more We came upon this adorable kiosk/ coffee and tea place located at 40 Maluniu St. We were immediately greeted by sweet Kairah who explained the drink options to us. Really helpful and energetic personality! Service is a 5 star experience! Drink Connoisseur Lauren who made our delicious beverages. What a wonderful variety of drinks here! Grateful for Lauren's talented mixologist skills. I ordered the Mamaki with watermelon flavor! 5/5 star flavor here. Irene ordered Lotus Energy Pretty in Pink ( on the tart side, but refreshing side). Open tables to sit on and enjoy. One table in the sun and one table in the tree shade. Support local.

I've heard of this place before so when I had to go to my son's football game in Kailua, I knew…read morethis was gonna be the place I had to try for sure. It's a cute little spot in the middle of Kailua, blink and you'll miss it. Had a hard time finding where to park, but other than that, it was a pretty simple to find location. Thank God for maps! In my head, I was thinking "drive up" like "drive thru" but I was mistaken. It's an actual walk up and order type thing. I was surprised that when you walk up to the deck area, there's a server/cashier standing outside waiting to take your order vs a walk up to the counter and order experience. Makes it feel much more customer service oriented. She explained to me the difference in all the drinks, and what I could add to each drink and what not. The matcha is pretty good! I was told that their matcha isn't naturally sweet, you need to add your own sweetness to the drink itself. The server did recommend vanilla, or brown sugar in which I opted for vanilla. That was a nice touch! Overall, the drink was good. The matcha quality is really nice. I have however, tried better. But that's just a personal preference at the end of the day. Will I be returning? If I'm in the area again, absolutely! Customer service is great, and I would love to try their coffee and other drinks. Love that I can bring my kids and they can run on the grass while I put in my order.

I booked Sunrise Brew to serve & cater coffee at my nonprofit's Happy Camp nature retreat and she…read moreexceeded my expectations! She was so helpful in ways I'm beyond grateful for and everyone loved the coffee! Her 'Hapa Sunrise' drink is something I can't stop thinking about. Pineapple in coffee? Sounds a little strange but OMG it is sooooo good! Everyone else loved it too and kept talking about it! I feel like having coffee at this level while "camping" elevated my retreat to another level. Her energy is so friendly & welcoming that she uplifts any event, just with her awesome vibes. I would highly recommend her for any & all events -- if you want your guests to be awake & happy with delicious drinks then you want Heather of Sunrise Brew!

If you are looking for high-quality coffee and exceptional service, look no further than Sunrise…read moreBrew. Heather is a true expert who genuinely cares about her customers' preferences, and it shows in every cup. Her specialty coffees and cold brews are outstanding and very reasonably priced. What sets Sunrise Brew apart is the ambiance Heather brings to every location. Even as a mobile setup, she creates such a warm, inviting, and 'super cute' aesthetic that instantly brightens your day. I also love the versatility of her business--she can customize her services for events of any size, bringing that same cozy vibe and genuine 'aloha' wherever she goes. A must-try for any coffee lover!

I came here every day during my stay in Kailua! I couldn't get enough of their coffee and warm…read moreatmosphere. Their cold foam is fantastic and their specialty drinks have something for everyone to love.

OMG, this is a new find and I love this place!…read more This has quickly become one of my favorite cafes in the east side. The vibe is peaceful, aesthetic, calm, and welcoming, the baristas are incredibly kind, and the drinks are consistently excellent. So far I tried their matcha latte with almond milk and monk fruit and it was tasty, and then also had their version of the shaken espresso. The baristas aren't snobby and willing to customize your drink to fit your preferences which is great! They also have Wi-Fi if you need to work, cute merch, and plenty of space to relax. It's one of those places where you walk in and immediately feel better. I'll definitely be back again and again!

Great fresh fruit avocado smoothie. Perfect sweetness, uses fresh fruit. Smooth and creamy…read more Boba is chewy and soft. Will be back Kind barista, was able to use shared building restroom.

Cute little spot for milk tea & macarons! The birthday cake…read moremacaron was the perfect tasty treat. Milk tea was made as ordered- not too sugary. The only thing that could've improved is the texture of the boba- they were quite firm. Otherwise, great experience and the counterperson was knowledgeable and very kind.

Cute little coffee shop on the way in to Kualoa Ranch. I had the brown sugar latte, there really…read morewasnt anything special about it , just your standard iced latte. It is easy to miss , it's located in a small area right next to what looks like a community center.

If you're familiar with the Key Project, then you're familiar with this location. If you're not,…read morethen I'd recommend looking into them. You can also find them on Instagram. Key Project is a great resource for the local and Hawaiian community but also for guests to Hawai'i who want to learn how to travel here responsibly. Creature Coffee Shop has limited hours and limited parking but you can easily find spots on the street. If youre in the area, o highly recommend stopping by because the coffee and baked goods are tasty and fresh AND you'd be supporting local businesses. It's a win win.

I had never been to this breakfast and lunch place and decided to give it a whirl as they have a…read morefried egg sandwich on their menu. It's super local except for what I guess are the occasional tourists that are visiting the temple and nearby campground. The lovely server took my order and promptly brought my decaf coffee. It was very much an old-school diner cup o' joe (weak) but at least it was fresh. I switched to regular caf later thinking it would be stronger, but it was the same. Not a dealbreaker, (but kind of expensive at $4.75 per cup- free refills). My sandwich wasn't stellar because they forgot the cheese that I requested, but I also forgot to order it on a bun instead of regular toasted bread, so it already had one strike against it. But that was my bad. Service was great and local vibe really nice. And speaking of camping, the café sells 20 pound bags of ice for $5. I think that's a pretty good deal and convenient if you're already having a meal there. Not sure how much they sell them for at Times Market next door, but I discovered that they have a small section of camping and fishing gear at the market that's very convenient to the area. I will come back to Times Cafe again sometime, and try the sandwich again ordered "the right way"

This is a little hole in the wall place that I found because I was stopping at a place nearby that…read morewasn't open yet. It is a little dated and needs some updates, but it didn't hurt my experience. My waitress was very friendly and the food came out quickly and hot. One minor gripe is my scrambled eggs were cooked more like an omelet and they were bland, but I have had worse. The orange juice was much larger than expected. I ordered a jumbo because I always get such small servings. It was not the case here. I would stop by again next time I am in the area. It was kinda dead when I got there at 7:30am, but soon there were more people that showed up. The prices aren't bad, especially for Hawaii and compared to the mainland.