I cannot say enough good things about this little coffee place! This was the first coffee stop in Hawaiian and I asked for the best Hawaiian local/native drink and they recommended the Haupia. This honestly was the best iced coffee drink I've ever had! Staff was so nice and environment was awesome. 5 stars! read more

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This little place was just below our suite so we thought we'd grab a quick breakfast. Super tasty breakfast sandwiches and amazingly thick fresh fruit smoothies!! Friendly staff and good selection of breakfast foods and baked goodies. Definitely beats your average franchise cafe (sorry Starbucks). They also have Dole whip! ;) def recommend! read more

Banyan Breeze - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

The 3-star rating is not for the drinks I ordered; it's for the service I received! I ordered 2 lattes that tasted a bit bitter, so I requested extra milk. However, I couldn't believe their response: 'NO.' This is the first time such a thing has happened. Whenever I've ordered a latte and asked for extra milk, they've never declined before, and their negative attitude was a problem. Does someone who says 'NO' not feel any shame? I felt even angrier that I had tipped her when I ordered the drinks. She doesn't deserve it! read more

An average coffee shop. I got the cold brew a couple of times with the macadamia flavoring. The syrups are not overly sweet and are actually quite tasty (though, I recommend getting a little simple syrup if you get the macadamia cold brew). They have very yummy breakfast burritos and oat cakes that are worth a try as well - especially if you are staying in the waikiki banyan condos. It seemed like there are usually people waiting outside the door at 7am when they open, but service is pretty quick. Overall, ok coffee shop, but there are others I enjoyed more on waikiki. read more

Banyan Breeze - Macadamia cold brew, oat cake, breakfast burrito - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Food always delicious. I really like the wraps. Deserts wonderful. Lemon bars just perfectly sour and sweet enough. Coffee is delicious. My friend from Kona (owns a coffee label) says this is the place for authentic Kona coffee. I take my food and coffee out to the Banyan indoor/outdoor lobby with the big waterfall. I usually frequent this place for breakfast and early lunch - I live nearby and it's one of those consistent go-to places! read more

Really cute little coffee shop inside of a hotel. The coconut cream latte hot or cold was awesome and the best coffee I found on the island. I'm all about unique flavors and I couldn't find the coconut cream anywhere else. Great staff too! read more

Not only good coffee drinks but yummy croissants. Quick service! Reasonable prices. Go here!

I went into this place twice and both times I ordered a extra hot drink and both times I was given a cold drink that had no flavor and tasted watered down will not be going back read more

I found this cafe at the ground floor of the condo that I was staying in. The pumkin cream cheese bread & haupia latte are awesome. This place is very convenient, there are no long lines, the prices are very fair & the coffee & food are yummy. The Banyan Breeze ROCKS! read more

I only had one thing here, a large iced haupia latte. It is a latte with coconut creme. And maaaan was it yummy! The lady taking my order and making my drink was very nice as well. I didn't try anything else so I can't report back on the food. I also forgot to check in for the 20% off, so if that offer is still there on my next trip (I go for work) I'll be sure to use it and try a pastry. read more

Great little coffee shop, decent prices and menu! I was pleasantly surprised! Really good selection for a small shop! It's perfect especially if your staying at the Banyan and just want to walk downstairs for a something quick at a reasonable price! Super friendly staff, FAST service! The bfast sandwich was good, Haupia latte was a little sweet but I think that's my fault for ordering a sweet coffee drink lol. I like that they even had a few grab and go bowls of soup/stew. Would come again whenever I stay nearby. read more

Stay away from this place. The avocado toast was flavourless. The avocado was brown and the tomatoes were watery and smuchy. The coffee is not made with a real coffee but just a powder and weird tasted milk. Looked like the sandwich was made by a 5 year old. I just don't understand how the owner of this place have a shame to serve this awful food an coffee. read more

For such a small place in a condominium it was very good. I went here almost every day of my stay. The coffee is amazing I tried multiple different things on the menu. The bagels are a go to. And the pastry's are so good, couldn't get enough. Definitely recommend trying this. read more

Well that was that. Got attacked by two angry crazy women behind the counter for trying to place an order with very clear instructions how I want my order . Not sure what was the confusion. Tried to explain calmly and got attacked some more . Then there was some stomping on the floor and storming out like a 5 year old child . Then there some profanities yelled at me when I was leaving by younger female . Really embarrassing for them . I am scared to go back there . The place is really small and dark and just bad energy . Do not go there . read more

I ordered Everything bagel but I got plain bagel. What the heck?? No good business! Breakfast Bagel

I wanted to try a local coffee shop and this one was amazing!!!' It's a hidden gem with great service and coffee. I was recommended a vanilla Mac latte (vanilla macadamia nut) since I love sweet creamy coffee and this one didn't disappoint! It's a hole in the wall but cute little shop! read more

I think I've been coming here for almost 3 years now. Always come in to get a piping HOT cup of homemade soup. I'm such a soup person and they never disappoint. The staff here is always extremely friendly as well. Another item I enjoy is their delicious lemonade. The guava juice is also good. I'm surprised I haven't written a review til now- OOPS lol. read more

Cute little coffee shop inside Waikiki Banyan. Skip all the long lines and high prices at the trendy spots in Waikiki. Banyan Breeze has EVERYTHING you need to start your morning on the right foot. Coffee-- A variety of espresso drinks are available here. We tried the nitro cold brew and the haupia latte. The cold brew had no bite like the normal cold brews usually have. The haupia latte was smooth and not too sweet where you can't taste the coffee. Sandwiches, Pastries & more!--- There are a variety of homemade sandwiches (egg salad, ham, turkey, breakfast sandwiches). They also have açaí bowls, wraps, salads, and a wide selection of pastries (brownies, oat balls, muffins, scones, cookies, and more!) They also offer 5 star rewards here which makes it fun to receive small discounts and free items. Overall we really love and appreciate this small little gem we found in Waikiki. We will definitely be back! read more

Banyan Breeze - Nitro cold brew for the win! No bite & very smooth! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Thank you guys for the soups and sandwiches...we REALLY appreciate it!! Can't wait til we can come in for some much needed coffee!! read more

Banyan Breeze - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Its a teeny weeny cafe in the lobby of The Waikiki Banyan. They have sandwiches, fruit cups, yogurt, burritos, my favorite big CINNAMON ROLLS with yummy frosting, and delicious pastries, sometimes they even got banana pudding. And of course a decent amount of coffee options. Don't expect a Starbucks menu selection of drinks and be rude to them. It's a good selection of drinks. The baristas are nice. My favorite one is the man who to some may seem distant, but i appreciate his straight to the point demeanor. I don't always need to chit chat, I just need my caffeine and burrito because i have to get back to work. They always ask if you want your pastry warmed up, they ask if you want salsa with your burrito, they ask if you want ice in your drink and room for cream. I like this place. read more

The coffee was alright - rushed and not special. But the fresh squeezed guava and orange juice were amazing! The guava lemonade in a large mason jar was delicious as well. read more

Banyan Breeze - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I have been in Honolulu for the month and this has been the best coffee shop I've tried yet. Especially in the Waikiki area which is brimming with overpriced, low quality tourist places. Highly recommend! read more

Great option if you're staying at the Waikiki Banyan or nearby. Their haupia latte is delicious, and açaí bowls. Tried their banana bread and oatcakes, cinnamon coffee cake, smoothie. All were yummy and house made. Friendly staff. read more

To answer your question: yes, their coffee is good. There's a lot of pastries/baked goods. They also serve other main meals, such as soups, sandwiches, and wraps. I've only tried their coffee, but it's still very good. Get the caramel latte. It's so velvety. If you're paying with card, they have a $5 minimum purchase requirement, which isn't bad at all if you're planning on getting the large size anyway (which you should). Edit: okay, their coffee isn't good. It's amazing. I'm literally in love with how high quality their coffee is. Coffee from Starbucks, for example, is acidic and bitter, but Banyan Breeze's coffee is so smooth and velvety. The caffeine is actually pretty strong too; I normally don't get the jitters because I have a caffeine tolerance, but I got a little high off of caffeine after drinking their caramel latte. Really good stuff. read more

Super nice and friendly staff... since most coffee, shops employees are rude. The ones I've been too. The manager, that worked the morning shift. Couldn't be more nicer. Easy to talk too.. plus, they sell boba here also!!! Also, 20% off coffee when you check in on Yelp! Going to come back here again in the morning read more

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The coffee is sooooo delicious and very reasonably priced! The staff here is also super friendly. Very good place to grab breakfast.

If you are craving for downright homemade soups, go to Banyan Breeze....this eatery offers so much more than their divine teas and coffee!!! I've had their superb tomato bisque, hearty chicken noodle soup and just the other day I had their clam chowder. Next to my favorite Fisherman Wharf's clam chowder, Banyan Breeze's clam chowder is NOW my favorite!!! The consistency, and texture are all there in Banyan Breeze's cup of chowder; a touch of shredded carrots for my dose of carotene, chucks of rustic potatoes for my carbs, and generous sized clams for pure enjoyment... exceptional taste and my fuel for the day! Bravo, Banyan Breeze.... mahalo for sharing your recipes with us!! read more

Well it's been 4 months since I last wrote my review for the Banyan Breeze. I've ventured off to trying other drinks and food products other than just sticking to the regular coffee that always gave me the sole reason for coming here in the mornings before I head into work. Because I work in an office and sitting in front of the computer all day, I'm one of those that have become addicted to coffee and somehow need my coffee fix throughout the day. I'm just hooked on to any type of caffeine that makes breaking this habit tough. I like to keep it simple and have regular coffee with added milk and sweetener to give it a little taste that I often get from here. Since it's been hot lately, I've been getting more ice coffee than brewed coffee. For brewed coffee, I've tried 3 different flavors they offered at the time which was regular, coconut and macadamia nut flavored. It's recommendable to try them all as the coconut and macadamia nut gives it an island taste that you don't usually get to taste if you're not from around here. If they don't have already the flavored brewed in the morning, it usually only takes 5 minutes when you request for a certain flavor. You can also have decaf for those that just like the coffee taste. For iced coffee, I've tried the cinnamon flavored and french vanilla. It's definitely good to try a variety of flavors at times if you're one to get the same boring regular coffee. Spice it up a bit and add a little flavor to your morning coffee! I usually get a regular coffee though, unless the workers in the front offers me different flavor choices. It all depends if they have it readily available at that time. It doesn't hurt to ask if they have other flavors since they're the same price as a regular coffee. I usually don't like to spend a fortune on more flavored drinks since I'm one to have a quick picker upper with just regular caffeine. But as they offer a wide variety of flavored drink choices and syrups they can add, the list can go on with choices depending on what your preference of taste are. You may also request for non fat or soy milk for those who are conscious about milk products. I've tried the Haupia Latte, which tastes like coconut. That's pretty good and the only other flavored ice coffee drink I've tried is the White Chocolate Mocha, which is my current favorite whenever I like to treat myself to something good that day. For food products, my go to snack is the energy oatcakes that is among the other homemade goodies by the cashier. It seems to be the more healthier option compared to the other products. It's the perfect snack for me in between meals as I sit in front of my computer enjoying it along my coffee. It's so protein hearty filled with peanut butter that it's not meant for eating it in one sitting. I could easily have that for lunch alone because it's so filling for such a small thing. Although I've heard numerous compliments of their other homemade goodies though that I may have to try one day. During my lunch breaks when I forget to bring lunch, I come here since its closer than going to any other food places and grab something from the refrigerator display. I've recently tried the club salad with honey mustard. It was delicious and you can taste the freshly crisp lettuce served with slices of eggs, turkey, shredded cheese and croutons. It was a nice mix of ingredients and so filling that I had to eat it in two sittings. The pasta presto is pretty tasty as well, get it heated up, it'll tastes even better! I've also tried the ham sandwich on wheat bread. All of their food products are freshly made. For an afternoon refresher, get some fresh squeezed lemonade! It's sooooo refreshing and good. It's not too sweet and not to sour. They also have fresh squeezed orange juice as well as another option for a refreshment. Not only do they offer coffee here, there's also non coffee product such as hot tea, hot chocolate, fresh brewed ice teas and lemonades, frozen smoothies, and milkshakes. Be sure to look at their board for specials as well as the often have daily specials for you to try. Always a pleasant experience when I walk into the cafe. Sometimes when I often come here on a daily, they'll already know what kind of drink I'll be having before I even ask for it. Friendly workers throughout the day. It's a locally owned coffee shop so they often times come out with new products to offer for customers and see what is popular among the people that come in and out of this cafe. I'm all for supporting local coffee shops! read more

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I stumbled upon this place when I was wandering around the Banyan looking for mini mart and came across the Breeze. What caught my eye was the Dole Whip sign. After I stopped in and met Bri and Casey and fell in 'love" with my Banyan condo over again. The muffins and latte both were so good, I understand that all the items are homemade. I had a dole whip another time and I was a happy camper. Just a note that they are open only for breakfast and lunch closing at 2:30 pm. read more

Stayed at the Waikiki banyan and walked past this coffee shop everyday. Decided to PPP in for a snack one morning. Ordered their special coffee and grabbed a chia parfait to go. Reasonable pricing. They had a decent selection of baked goods and ready made sandwiches available. My chia parfait was thick and creamy. Interesting taste and texture. Good spot to pick up a quick breakfast or lunch. read more

Banyan Breeze - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I don't think i will come again to this place though the food and service were good. I didn't give tip and just saw the other face of one of the employee read more

Coffee is OK. $1 refills all day, so after an all nighter this is my go-to place. Americano in the morning and refills the rest of the day. Grab one of their breakfast sandwiches and head to the beach. They also have a printer for when you need a quick printout. read more

Banyan Breeze is an Oasis in the midst of the Waikiki Concrete Jungle! The food is homemade with flavors unmatched by a top notch Quality Dining Establishment. Literally the BEST (by Far) Soups I have EVER had! (Sorry Mom!) The owner & entire staff, some who have worked there for years, create a casual & caring environment which simply makes your day brighter! The Breakfast items & off the chart Desserts are to die for! Also the BEST Coffee in town. One of the few hidden treasures in Waikiki. So grateful for the Gift that is Banyan BREEze!! It's simply the BEST‼ read more

As part of my challenge to find O'ahu's best coffee shop continues, I stumbled upon this little-known gem on my way to work one day. Situated inside the Waikiki Banyan Hotel, this place has a total local-vibe written all over it. As soon as you enter, you wouldn't imagine this place being a HOTEL coffee shop. It feels like it could have it's own street corner placed in an artsy district of town. The staff is way friendly as soon as you enter, throwing across big smiles and genki hello's to all. They have a great selection of sandwiches, fruits, and other pastries and although I wasn't too hungry, I couldn't resist. I had the tuna sandwich with a iced soy chai tea latte. The chai latte hit the spot, with it's perfect spiciness and balanced sweetness. The tuna sandwich was equally as good. When you need a fork because the sandwiches are overloaded with ingredients, then you know you've found a good sandwich. The bread didn't seem too fresh however, as it was kinda hard around the corners. Didn't have that stick to the rooftop of my mouth squishiness that makes a perfect sandwich. Nonetheless, I would try another sandwich next time I go back. This being Waikiki and all, you would expect the prices to be nuts. But luckily, the cost of a sandwich and drink is pretty much average to most coffee shops outside of the tourist zone, which is a welcome surprise. If you're looking for low-key place to get a drink, then look no further. It's relaxing, casual, and quite simply a really nice spot to take a break from the chaos of Waikiki. Bring a magazine (or an iPad as they have free wifi!) and enjoy the Breeze! 31 Yelps Review Challenge - October 2012 #20/31 read more

Banyan Breeze - lunch! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I was staying in the building so this was my go-to coffee shop during my 1-week stay. I ordered only small Flat White's (small 2-shot whole milk ristretto lattes) so my review only reflects on this one drink, although the shop has a lot more to offer. These drinks tended to be very large and not great crema or really capturing in the best attributes of a Flat White. On the plus side everyone in the cafe was wonderful and pleasant, and the cafe offers a lot more items than this one drink. Just head's up, the shop is way bigger and nicer on the inside than it looks like it would be from the outside. read more

Hidden in the lobby of Banyan towers, this INDEPENDENT coffee shop is a treasure! It's always dim and cool, Wi-Fi and plugs available. The coffee is strong and excellent, their eggy breakfast sandwiches are made to order, all their baked goods are homemade by the owner (pumpkin bundt cake! macaroons! Caramel coconut pie!). Also their açai bowls are incredibly delicious and feature chi seed coconut milk pudding and fresh bananas! This became our home away from home on our Hawaiian vacation! Support excellent and independent coffee shops! Come to Banyan! read more

I work in the building and regularly grab coffee. Today I had their chicken tortilla soup and it was so tasty and yummy. Had also ceasar salad and highly recommend their food. It takes like mom's meal!!! read more

Banyan Breeze - Chicken tortilla soup and ceased salad - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Great breakfast stop, a little hidden away but if you ask someone they'll point you in the right direction. I had the oatmeal which was huge and yummy, topped with brown sugar and nuts, and also had a smoothie (both pictured here). Hubs had one of their breakfast sandwiches on crossaint which was great too. I stopped back later that day to redeem the coffee discount. Nice spot, would go back if in the area! read more

Banyan Breeze - Massive oatmeal with walnuts and brown sugar. With hubby's turkey croissant sandwich in the background - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Cute little coffee shop conveniently located at the ground floor of the condo we stayed at in Waikiki! I went here almost everyday during the week that we stayed at that condo. Aside from the coffee, I particularly enjoyed chatting with the baristas to learn about must-try places and things to do around the area. My drink of choice was the iced caramel latte, which for a small size, was actually quite large. But that's okay, cause I needed all the caffeine I could get to last me through the day! The rest of the drink menu includes standard coffee drinks and they also have a good iced coconut latte. Ample seating is available if you're looking to sit and enjoy the drink at the cafe, and they also have a small assortment of food to choose from. read more

My latte was insanely good. And the blueberry cream cheese muffin (fresh out the oven).... wow. JULIANA and MEGAN totally rock. I'm addicted. read more