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    Cafe Nene

    5.0 (11 reviews)

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    14oz rib eye
    Eugene E.

    Owner is so friendly and polite. Menu is very small but dam the steak is winnah!! 14oz rib eye for 39.00. Comes with rice and salad. Try th3 sauce with the steak. Its killah!!! Hidden gem. I hope they get busier so menu expands. Hats off cafe nene

    Maclattes and Kelly's Banana Bread
    Meadow P.

    We were looking for locally owned Waikīkī coffee, and we're so glad we found it! Cafe Nene is a new business in '26, serving great coffee and pastries (made by local bakers). We went for the iced maclatte, one of their two signature drinks, along with a piece of Kelly's Banana Bread. It was vacation you could eat. The drink was sweet but not too, the banana bread was full of flavor, dense and delicious. Service was friendly and prompt. Out front are two small cafe tables to watch traffic and people go by, or step into the quieter side patio for shared tables and chairs with building residents. Step off the main drag and find your way here for amazing coffee to fuel your relaxation.

    Phoebe T.

    So excited to have found this coffee shop! The location is close to the main area but isn't crowded with tourists. We got the nene golden latte and cocomac latte - both of which were really good. Really enjoyed our experience here and looking forward to coming back next time we are in the area!

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    Greg B.

    New coffee shop which opened Feb 2026, offering a small menu of delicious coffee drinks. The cold brew was delicious, and at $5 a bit less than competitors in the area. (It seems like they are in the very early stages and plan to expand.)

    Golden latte!
    Philip D.

    Great customer service, friend staff, large lanai area, and a great place to relax! Mahalo!

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    Good service and good coffee highly recommend! Xavier the owner is great vibes too

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    I got their iced cocomac latte that has coconut, macadamia nut and Hawaiian sea salt.

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    Maleko Coffee And Pastries

    Maleko Coffee And Pastries

    4.4
    (334 reviews)
    0.9 mi
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    I stopped by here yesterday morning for a coffee and a malasada. While traveling I try to hit up a…read morenew local coffee shop every day and on this morning it happened to be Maleko Coffee and Pastries. This might be one of the only places in Waikiki open at 4 AM which is perfect if you've just arrived the night before from the East Coast. The inside of the shop feels homey. They have a display case full of pastries along with additional baked goods set out nearby. For my coffee on this morning I decided to go with a coconut latte and then ordered a blueberry malasada while my father went with a custard-filled one. At Maleko, the malasadas are pre-made but not filled until you order which I think is a smart move. I first tried my blueberry malasada and thought it was good. The dough was light and fluffy and the filling had a great flavor. As for my coffee, I have to agree with other reviews that the syrup made it overly sweet. I still drank it, but I definitely would have preferred something less sweet. The bottom line for me is that I would head back here again for the malasadas. As for the coffee, I would probably pass unless you prefer your drinks on the sweeter side.

    I came in because I saw that they had vegan donuts. He said I could do guava, blueberry, or plain,…read morebut he recommended the guava. It was less than three dollars including tax, so definitely affordable. The guava filling was great, but the donut itself was kind of bland. If it weren't so cheap, I would have given it three stars. But it was a good deal and I might go back.

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    Croissant $2.75 made fresh every day.
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    Cream cheese Danish and Blueberry cream cheese croissant
    Turkey egg and cheese croissant $3.50 made fresh every morning

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    Island Vintage Coffee

    Island Vintage Coffee

    4.3
    (4.2k reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    Delicious all around! Such a fantastic breakfast/brunch spot, and I'd definitely come back…read more // Smoked Ahi Salad (Ahi is served as a spread!) A great high-protein, lower-carb way to start the day! The salad had a nice variety of colors, textures, and crunch from the pistachios and onions. It also came with a small cup of sweet and savory dressing that tied everything together beautifully. The smoked ahi spread was fresh, flavorful, and not overly fishy. It was served with a slice of freshly toasted garlic bread that was warm, fragrant, and perfectly crisp without being overly toasted. // Wailua Moana Açaí Bowl So refreshing! Easily one of the best açaí bowls we've had. The texture was thick and smooth with a great balance of fresh fruit, crunchy granola, and healthy fats from the nuts. Every bite was delicious. // Matcha We ordered both the regular matcha latte with coconut foam and the strawberry matcha latte. I was so disappointed they no longer offer the lilikoi matcha- I know that flavor combination would've been amazing! Hopefully they bring it back someday. The matcha itself was on the lighter side compared to richer ceremonial matchas, but it was still smooth, well-balanced, and not at all astringent. It paired really well with the oat milk, and both drinks were enjoyable. There was a line out the door during breakfast/brunch hours, which shows just how popular this place is. Despite the crowd, the service was friendly and efficient, and we were able to grab a small table to dine in. It's located on the upper level of the Royal Hawaiian Center, making it a convenient stop while shopping in Waikiki. I'd definitely come back to try more of the menu (hoping the lilikoi matcha will make a comeback too)!

    Acai bowls were great! Very colorful and had a good taste to it. I'd skip the original and go for…read morethe coconut/papaya one instead as it has more variety and texture. Wish it came with more coconut shavings on top as that was a bit stingy. Only a few small pieces

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    2025.03.21. Island Vintage Coffee Waikiki, Honolulu, O'ahu, Hawaii

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    Kulu Kulu

    Kulu Kulu

    4.2
    (164 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    Ala Moana location - closed. Royal Hawaiian Shopping center…read morelocation - closed. This is the only standing Kulu Kulu and I hope this place does not close, or if it does relocate, come closer to Central Oahu where the rent is cheaper, haha (hint). This location is on the outer edges of Waikiki on Hobron Lane in Eaton Square. I rarely venture to Waikiki, and if I do make the dreaded drive to "town", this place and Kan Sushi will be the only regular places where I will make my stop(s), because its so worth it. I've had a long-standing love-affair with Kulu Kulu from the Shirokiya Food Court location with it's waffle bears and Hello Kitty waffles, the takeout Nama Chocolate cups stocked at Mitsuwa Marketplace and now here, in town. The Ube Coconut Mousse $6.95 blew our minds, it was THE best tasting thing, ever. Both the ube and the coconut were not cloying, and as with all of their treats, not overly sweet either. That's why I love Japanese pastries, they get the sweetness just perfect and I have no idea how they mastermind that ratio! Strawberry Panna Cotta $5.95 was creamy, flavorful, delicious and surprisingly light and refreshing for such a creamy dessert. I normally don't get this kind of combination of flavors, and it tasted like something you'd get in a Michellin-rated establishment. Looking back at the photos, I see vanilla bean seeds in the panna cotta, so every loving detail and nuance shows through with each mouthful. Nama Chocolate $5.75 is my go-to chocolate LOVE. It's cut into cool creamy semi-sweet squares dusted with cocoa and it melts in your mouth! This is my favorite of all things that Kulu Kulu makes. I actually enjoy this better than the famous Royce Chocolates from Japan. We ordered another seasonal Strawberry dessert slice cake but it was eaten before I could review (and/or taste it); I've heard it was very very delicious. This place is so good that I plan to bring my friends who will be visiting from Virginia here to try their pastries. I also plan to support this business for as long as I can and make more frequent trips to town just to get these amazing desserts.

    Consistently the best reminds me of Japan…read more Thank you CHRIS My family enjoys their beautiful delicious talented cakes for each birthday and special occasion We need a CAKE CLUB CARD because we buy so many cake$$$

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    April Special: Oreo Mousse Cake
    April Special: Oreo Mousse Cake
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    Chocolate cake
    Sakura Matcha Roll cake and Double Cream Puff

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    Sakura Matcha Roll cake and Double Cream Puff

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