As someone who works in the Kaimuki area, I always find myself walking to Bean About Town during my lunch break. Great-tasting drinks, very friendly staff, and a nice, quiet little corner along Waialae Avenue to press pause. My favorites: Kinako & Black Sesame Hojicha, Iced Mocha and Iced Lattes (their homemade syrups are a must-try!) Note: They're expanding to the space next door, so they will be closed from August 8-18. read more

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The baristas working were the nicest people ever! We spilled our matcha and felt so bad but after we left they ran after us offering a free matcha to replace the one we spilt Matcha and hojicha was so good and their ube scone was THE BEST read more

Bean About Town Honolulu - Sakura/strawberry matcha and hojicha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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I have been to Bean About Time multiple times over the years, and love it every time. COFFEE: I usually get an iced latte, and each time it has been delicious. You can tell they use high quality beans and it has a smooth flavor. I don't even need to add a flavor to my lattes (although they do have that option). TREATS: I got a scone today for under $4 and have gotten banana bread in the past. Each baked good has been fresh and reasonably priced (sometimes scones are $6-$7 in LA) SERVICE: Each time I go, the barista is kind and friendly, usually talking story with a regular. They also make their drinks fast (less than a 5 min wait). AMBIANCE: Their store is tiny, really just made for ordering with a few benches. Outside they have a few tables and seating. They may also have seating on the street ("parklet") although most recently I didn't think to check. I have done work here before using a hotspot and have always found seating. It seems to be a more grab and go spot especially considering how tiny it is in the actual store. PARKING: They have a few stalls in the lot shared with the apartment building nearby marked "Visitor". There is also metered street parking in the area. Parking hasn't been an issue for me. Altogether a super cute local spot with high quality coffee. One of my faves on Oahu for sure. read more

Bean About Town Honolulu - Iced latte w oat milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I always love coming here when I make the time. I miss the crusty fig and Brie sourdough toast but there are some other off the beaten menu options here that are still worth checking out. Solid coffee too. Nice staff and quirky, Kaimuki reused space charm. Thin on dine-in seating but there are a couple chairs in front and a small counter space inside. read more

The original Bean About Town is in Kaimuki :) their Waikiki location will be closing so this will be the main location. Their BB Hot Choccy is their signature and the drink I always get. I prefer it hot but they also can do iced! Always love the pretty latte art that they do when you get it hot. I also really love their Croque Monsieur sandwich. I love how simple and delicious it is - almost like a panini. Service is always kind and quick and I hope they stay for a long time! There are so many cafes in Kaimuki popping out but definitely stop by this one. The quality is never compromised and I can vouch that the drinks are great. read more

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Bean About Town is a local coffee/matcha latte joint in Kaimuki, the hipster/trend center of Oahu. This area gives me Portland, OR vibes which was really cool. I tried their iced BB (butterscotch bourbon) latte per recommendation from their cashier, and I did like the coffee itself but didn't taste much of their homemade syrup. The BB syrup also does not dissolve properly and leaves a weird emulsion texture at the bottom and rim of the cup. If they reformulate the syrup to be more readily dissolvable in the latte, would give 4*. Their atmosphere and scones look great. I also tried my friends coffee which I liked more than the BB latte. Would be down to try again. read more

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This small little coffee shop is neighborhood treasure. The cashier was so friendly and warm on the Saturday morning that I went. I got an iced soy latte with their house made honey syrup and cinnamon and was impressed but the espresso. I am pretty picky when it comes to espresso and I found theirs delightful and smooth. I would defiantly recommend. read more

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I used to frequent this spot when it was The Curb. I always found it cozy and a nice comfortable place to get some really nice espresso shots. Nothing has changed about the atmosphere when it became Bean About Town. They have excellent local coffees roasted in-house and specialty single origins and blends brought in. That means you can get some very special shots pulled by the baristas, who are knowledgeable and friendly. It doesn't matter if you're are an aficionado or a casual novice to coffee. You will find this a chill and comfortable place to relax - they've put in cozy benches outside the entrance and some welcome tables by the stairs. Everywhere inside are wooden kokeshi dolls that express friendship. Take a look at all the different ones. They are really neat. In addition to espresso you can also get some specialty coffee and matcha drinks. There is some heated food, fruit breads, canales, and scones to get you going. A nice place to #keepitkaimuki. read more

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So yummy! Love the in house flavored syrups they have! I ordered a butterscotch bourbon iced latte and like wow, super good! Loved the look of their hot lattes too. Espresso was smooth and not bitter. The merch is also super cute. They have the coffees they use for sale. Bake goods were yummy and fresh! We had great friendly service! I will go back. read more

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This coffee shop is conveniently located in Kaimuki across the park. It can be seen from the main road so you can't miss it. There's lots of parking in the area. Seats outside for you to enjoy your coffee. It took me a minute to understand the menu, seemed like there were little menus placed in different areas. Service was quick. Typical coffee shop prices. I paid $6-7 for my drink. I got an iced hojicha with kinako and black sesame. It was okay, it's what I expected. read more

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They have house made syrups. Order the white chocolate earl grey or the vanilla earl grey lattes. Those were good. Skip the BB (butterscotch bourbon) latte, although it sounds yummy, it tasted like milk. Unsure if the guy barista knew how to make it but I had to ask for another shot espresso. The lady who took our order was wonderful! read more

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* Shakerato - 3 stars ($5.75): A shaken iced latte. While the initial foam was impressive, it unfortunately disappeared quickly. I felt it needed a touch of sweetness, though they do offer sweeteners if you ask. * Blueberry muffin top with cream cheese - 3 stars ($4) - They bake in-house (unlike some of their other pastries, which are sourced from a local bakery). It was soft and fresh, but I was surprised it was served cold instead of warm or at room temperature. read more

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Such a cute little nook. The baristas here are very friendly and helpful. Their space is small but good enough for what they sell. They have a small bench for indoor seating and a small space for outdoor seating. Hojitcha latte was delicious and more tea than milk which I enjoyed! A very solid tea latte. My friend had the Sakura latte and she loved it, esp because they have non dairy milk options (she opted for almond milk). 5/5 Would highly recommend if you're in the area. read more

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Bean About Town matcha was solid. Smooth and not too bitter. Good quick stop if you're in the area and want something refreshing. Good vibes and the service was great. read more

Bean About Town Honolulu - Matcha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I've been coming to this café in Kaimuki since i discovered it in February --49 visits to be exact--because I genuinely loved it. The coffee is amazing, easily one of the best roasts I've had on the island, and the small outdoor seating area gives it a cozy, tucked-away vibe. It became one of my go-to spots to study, read, and bring friends (especially coworkers from another café) because I wanted them to experience how good it is. What made it special to me, though, was the staff. There's a duo that works there who remembered my order after just the first week. It's not like my order was complicated--just an iced mocha with oat milk, a little extra sweet--but that small gesture made me feel genuinely welcomed and seen every time I came in. That's why this experience was so disappointing... About two weeks ago, a friend and I were sitting outside and had hit a vape. We were told no smoking, and we immediately apologized and left within a few minutes--no issue there, completely understandable. Fast forward to today: I was sitting outside again near closing time, not really in the best headspace, and absentmindedly hit my vape, not remembering i was told not to. The owner, Oliver, pulled me aside and said an employee felt disrespected because I had previously been told no smoking and still did it again. I completely understood, took accountability, and apologized multiple times. I was then told to leave immediately and that I'm no longer welcome back. While I accept that my actions had consequences, what happened next made the situation feel extremely uncomfortable and honestly unsettling... About 15 minutes later, I had walked to the café where I work (which is nearby), and the same owner came in shortly after. He didn't order anything--instead, he stood there staring me down across the counter. The tension was noticeable enough that my coworker told me to step to the back. He then asked to speak to a manager, and when told the manager on duty was a woman, he specifically asked for the "boss." When told they weren't available, he left his number and left. The manager called him shortly after asking what she could do for him and he said nothing, he only wanted to speak to the boss. This felt excessive and inappropriate. Being asked to leave a business for breaking a rule is one thing--but following someone to their workplace and attempting to escalate things further crosses a line. I truly did love this café and supported it heavily, spending hundreds of dollars there, posting them on social media every week and recommending it to others. That's what makes this situation so disappointing. I take responsibility for my mistake, but the way this was handled afterward didn't feel respectful or professional. I feel soooooooo uncomfortable. Would've left more stars if I wasn't followed and stared down at in my workplace...? read more

Okay so this is the most cutest coffee shop you will ever go too! The name itself is already catchy. They are in kaimuki right across of the playground. They have Parking but I did find street parking right in front of the shop. The shop is super small but they do have seating right outside. It does get crowded because every seat was taken the time I was there, but I took my coffee to go. Now to the fun part. I wanted a popular drink that everyone would get from them and the worker gave me a suggestion to get the iced BB latte. I got it and do not regret because its signature taste is butterscotch. It's like those butterscotch candy you used to eat as a child but make it coffee. YUM!!! I loved it so much especially because they didn't make it too sweet. It still was strong with a hint of butterscotch. Super good. I recommend. read more

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I like to visit all of the coffee shops in Kaimuki and try to visit the smaller ones more often. However, I may not return to this location. Parking is small but I always find a spot and if not there are plenty of street parking in the area. I ordered a large cold brew with no ice. It was great however, they upcharged me $1.50 for getting it with no ice. I like to get my cold drinks with no ice when it's possible since I like to drink it throughout the day instead of within an hour. After the cashier entered the drink in the register, he said "oh you said no ice." And then proceeded to add the upcharge without even telling me about the upcharge. Every coffee shop I went to has never charged me for no ice. read more

one of my favorite coffee shops in Honolulu. I'm always ordering the same thing over & over again. My absolute must have is their "Cold brew with Orange Bourbon syrup". LUV IT !!! read more

Been here a couple times, the owner harassed my friend and was blatantly rude to them / banned them from the store when he found out she worked at another cafe. He knows where I work because he's seen me working before, every time I had gone to bean in the past and he's there I get weird looks from him which is weird, because I am choosing to come so business at your shop even tho I can get something for better from my shop. The matcha quality has gone down, it tastes like milk nothing else, the coffee the few times I've tried it was bitter and sour, the baristas didn't shock the shots fast enough I guess, the food is overpriced and a kind of mid. I will give it this though the location is really nice, the inside is cute and cozy- perfect aesthetic for a cafe imo, the outdoor seating was also really nice when I was in school to study read more

This is a triple vegan oat milk latte. I'm Italian and drink bialetti coffee at home. This is by far the best coffee on island and I've had a lot. Absolutely my favorite! Highly recommend!! read more

Bean About Town Honolulu - Triple vegan oat milk latte. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Kinako & black sesame iced matcha latte with almond milk 4.5/5! So good! I also got the vanilla chocolate chip muffin and 1000/10! Omgosh! Vegan and gluten free! Delicious!!!! If I could, I would've eaten 10 of them!!!!! Yum! read more

Bean About Town Honolulu - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Lots of simple core coffee items in their menu with a selection of flavorings. Seating benches inside and outdoors, with outdoor tables and a bar seating available. WiFi is given upon asking and worked quite smoothly for getting work done. Had an iced latte with dark chocolate. As described it was a syrup-flavoring which was light in flavor but provided enough dark chocolate bitterness to tell it was there. read more

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Very nice ambiance! Despite surrounding areas being quite hectic, this is a great spot to come and get some work done if needed. Espresso is incredibly smooth and pulled well. read more

Very cute place tucked in between 7/11 and super pho. Inside has a really nice vibe. The baristas are very nice and helpful if you have any questions. I'm not an avid coffee consumer so I can't really speak on that. Came here to try their matcha and banana bread. Their nana bread always hits so it's one of my go to. This was the first time I tried their match and I was pleasantly surprised. Good matcha flavor and not too sweet. read more

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I love the coffee here!!!! My favorite spot when visiting the island;) I love their butterscotch bourbon flavor. read more

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2/5 Tried this place because the reviews were good. Always gotta start with the basic first -- if that's solid, then we come back to try the rest. We ordered the iced vanilla latte. I like my coffee on the darker side, so when I saw the light, milky color of the drink they handed me, I already knew what was coming. Unfortunately, I was right -- it tasted mostly like milk and water with just a hint of coffee flavor. Basically coffee-flavored milk. Ended up grabbing a canned iced cappuccino from 7-Eleven down the road just to wash away the disappointment. read more

Got a flat white with oat milk three shots, the coffee is intense and strong just how I like it. And also a ham and cheese sandwich on sourdough and it was delicious, the Ube scone is really tasty too. I prefer local Small and cozy coffee spot like this, rather than big chains. Service was great . read more

Bean About Town Honolulu - Flatwhite with oat milk, ham and cheese sourdough - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I just left the store. My latte was lukewarm. I let the young lady know she rolled her eyes tilted her head and when she remade it, it was disgusting poor Quality poor craftsmanship. Since the Starbucks band, I have been coming to being about town every day today I didn't feel welcome at all. They burned my croissant and gave me attitude behind it. I'm very disappointed in how I was treated. On top of it, it appears that maybe the owner or the or Management is in the store and they still treated me poorly ! read more

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A cute little coffee shop in Kaimuki with a parking lot in the back, which can be a bit tight but has a good amount of parking spots. There is a bit of seating but a limited amount. The shop is very cute though and the baristas were kind. We ordered, from the menu with a variety of coffees and food, a matcha latte and iced vanilla latte. Along with a banana bread, which was pretty good. Everything was good but just a bit tight with the parking and having difficulty finding seating. Everyone who came in to buy coffee or whatnot seemed happy to be there and there was a peaceful ambiance! read more

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Loved the Shaka Shaka costa! It's mixed with an earl-grey syrup with an espresso shaken with ice! So unique! read more

Bean About Town Honolulu - Shaka Shaka Costa - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

If you're a coffee lover like me, Bean About Town is a must-visit! I had the vanilla latte, and wow--easily the best I've ever had in Hawaii, and probably the second best overall after Philz Coffee in the Bay Area (which is saying a lot!). The latte was smooth, fresh, and perfectly balanced--you can tell it was made with care. Service was warm and friendly, and the vibe is super welcoming. Highly recommend grabbing a strawberry scone (flaky, just the right sweetness!) and the turkey & cheese croissant--both were absolutely delicious. My regular coffee place here, it's a hidden gem! read more

The shop is very quaint and cozy. Friendly service from the barista that made us feel welcomed. Delicious and refreshing iced matcha latte and the scone paired well with them. read more

Bean About Town Honolulu - Iced Ube matcha latte with Ube scone and iced matcha latte with strawberry Sakura scone - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I've been around town and now I can say I've Bean About Town! My norm on the weekends is spending time at various cafes. I had yet to try this little coffee shop so was even more inclined when I asked my friend if she wanted anything. I've driven past Bean About Town multiple times and noted it's a cute and colorful sign on the outside. The shop is on the smaller end with a few wooden benches outside and inside. As you enter you're greeted with the aroma of coffee beans and warm pastries filling the air. The menu board is displayed at the front where you're able to order and pay with the cashier. The service was sweet by the baristas working who offered their own recommendations. Drinks came out relatively fast and straws, napkins, and more are on the side to grab. I'm a certified matcha maniac. So of course I ordered a Small Iced Matcha Latte with Soy and Coconut--recommended by the barista. Coconut and matcha was an interesting pairing. It was refreshing, earthy, not too sweet, and heavy on the coconut flavor. What intrigued me about this local spot is the pastries they offered. The sweet pastries have their own local flare. After seeing photos on Yelp, I was curious about trying their French Canele of Bordeaux. The only time I tried a Canele was in Korea and I loved it so I thought it would be fun to compare. The canele here was tall, round, and small. The texture was firm yet bouncy to the touch and it tasted slightly sweet with a burnt caramelization. I also grabbed a couple of pastries for my friends. Kaimuki is hustling and bustling with lots of eateries and cafes, Bean About Town is one of them. If you love a good cup of coffee or tea, I recommend checking them out! They offer your traditional caffeinated beverages along with sweet and savory bites. The shop is a small cute hole-in-the-wall place with friendly service. Another plus is the free parking located inside Nobu's Park Center building. Even though they have some seating, this cafe gives more of a grab-and-go vibe or sit and talk with friends; it is not the best place to work or study. Since I frequent the area, I'd love to come back to try their other drinks as well as their Mochi Waffle! read more

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It's a cozy coffee shop with good vibes. Shakarato (~$6/7) - i think it's just a shaken latte. I asked for Mac nut and hazelnut syrup which did make my coffee taste..unique lol. Stick with one, preferably the Mac nut syrup. Overall coffee had a nice roast flavor. Parking is limited but there's also meter parking. read more

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Found this cute little coffee shop in kaimuki that offers up some great coffee options. Parked on the street parking in front of the park. Metered parking so it was nice. The shop is small, they have benches to sit on but if there are people sitting on the it gets pretty crowded in there when ordering. The option to sit outside is nice but not great for kids because it's like 12" from the driveway. They offer local coffee blended with other countries. I saw a bourbon mix that I would love to try. I ordered a cortado, baby chino, and macchiato coffee for us. They also had ulu bread and a lemon coconut energy ball. The ulu bread a little dry but the energy ball was pretty good. The cortado was good too. The person I ordered from was very helpful and patient while we ordered. If you are in the area, definitely check it out! read more

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Super nice employees! I love the shakaratto. I like the location and the out of the way seating.

Walked by this little coffee shop and wanted to try it so we came back this morning. First of all, it's a really cute place, but pretty small and squishy. Waiting in line with people squeezing past you to get in and out was a little uncomfortable. But the baristas were nice and seemed efficient! I ordered an iced latte with oat milk, no sweetener. I usually always order this when trying a new coffee place as sort of a benchmark test. My latte was good, but nothing special. The downside is they charged me an extra $1.50 for oatmilk, which I thought was ridiculous. Most of my favorite coffee shops charge 50 cents $1 max. (Side tangent: it kinda bothers me when coffee shops try to profit off milk alternatives, as they are often cheaper than cows milk these days). There was lots of seating outside, which is great, but I decided to take my coffee to go. Overall, it's good, but I'm not impressed. I might come back if I'm in the area, but there's better coffee shops in Kaimuki in my opinion. read more

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Breakfast in Kaimuki, Honolulu, Hawaii... I saw this little coffee shop when I was lost in the area a while back. At the time, I thought: Some day, I'll return because it has free parking in Nobu's Park Center on Waialae Avenue (across from the Kaimuki Community Park)! This morning, I had some time between appointments. I needed a quick, light meal and decided to visit Bean About Town. Parking was easy, but as I passed by the entrance, I thought that I would have to wait long for my order because there were several people standing outside, and a couple of customers seated in the outside area. That wasn't the case because the staff were so efficient! There were three staff working like a well-oiled machine! The male seemed to be the barista, while one female did the pour overs, and the female in the center was the cashier/order taker. I approached cautiously and stated that I needed a non-dairy beverage and that I wanted latte art. The barista said that he could do an oat milk latte... Yay! When I was asked what type of flavor I wanted, I replied, "Matcha". I also got a canelé because I saw photos of them. They're like round, tall, flower-shaped mochi, but not sticky. It's a dense, moist pastry that's not too sweet. I sat on a cushioned bench inside and waited for my order. My matcha oat milk latte was just right! It complimented my warmed up canelé well! I'll be back when I'm in the area again! I had a wonderful experience! read more

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It is a tiny and tucked-away coffee shop that offers a variety of coffee drinks and other treats. But, as with similar reviews, I am here for the pour-over! Their lineup primarily highlights Kona and Ka'u coffees with some seasonal offerings from other islands. I got their Kona Red Bourbon, and for a medium roast, the flavor profile packed the punch as a light roast. It was very smooth and fruity, with highlighted notes of strawberry and guava. If I had not opened so many coffee bags at home, I definitely would have bought one. If you're more of the less adventurous type when seeking great pour-over coffee, this place is for you. I will come back when visiting Oahu. read more

I love it when I find a good coffee shop in town! This is literally a little hole-in-the-parking lot type of place. It's a cute coffee shop that's meant for those on the go. They have a couple of benches inside, but I think it's for those who are waiting for their drinks. In other words, it's not really a place to hang out. I was greeted by two friendly employees who helped me decide on my drink. I love a good mocha and landed on a 12 oz hot BB Choccy, which is chocolate with house butterscotch bourbon syrup. I added a shot of espresso and oat milk. The total came out to over $7, which is a bit pricey, but not too far off from other coffee shops in the area. The drink was so delicious, creamy and smooth. It was like drinking dessert! I would definitely order it again. In addition to various coffee and tea drinks, they also offer smoothies and delicious looking pastries and waffles! The coffee shop is located on Waialae Ave and there is free parking available in the lot directly behind their shop. This is a huge plus, as parking is hard to find in that area. Definitely check them out for your next cup of Joe! read more

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