Hawai'i Cat Café is one of my favorite little places near my home that features adoptable, adorable…read morecats and tasty drinks and snacks. They have a great mission: They team up with the Hawaiian Humane Society to showcase cats and kittens that are available for adoption, and if you are vetted and selected, you can take your chosen cat(s) home for their new life with you! Even if you're not in the market for a new companion, you can go to the Café, get a coffee or Italian soda, eat a scone, and pet adorable cats. There's always a nice rotating mixture of frisky kittens and older cats, and some are napping while others are playing. There are toys in the room where the cats are so you can interact with them. I always recommend reservations but you can walk in and see if there are spots available. You get lots of time to interact with the cats and it's usually not packed so there's room to interact with multiple kitties. Please check it out--it's such a good cause!

This is such a fun and interactive experience with cats that are looking for their forever homes…read more All of them are very well behaved. The price is also very affordable compared to other cat cafes. Reservations are recommended. I really like that the visit time is an hour instead of 30 minutes like some other places that charge double the price, which is honestly kind of crazy. I came with my daughter and it was $31 total for an hour of playing with the cats, which I think is totally worth it. They also have a cafe, which adds a nice touch to the experience.

We had a blast here! My 7 year old daughter got invited to a birthday party, and even though she…read moreisn't a cat person, she really enjoyed it! I loved: - the easy parking - convenient location (I may have bought the birthday gifts right before at Pearlridge!) - how this is a non-profit that supports people with disabilities and sweet animals - snuggling with the adorable puppies outside available for adoption (I was so tempted!) My daughter loved: - feeding cats - playing with cats I was a little worried because she had a bad experience at a puppy cafe in Japan, but the kittens seemed well behaved. We got to enjoy grilled cheese sandwiches and and apple juice, and some outside food like pizza, because we were celebrating a birthday party. We'd love to come back and play with the animals again!

Toe Beans and Dreams is so freakin' cute. For $15, you get 50 minutes of pure serotonin surrounded…read moreby the cutest cats and kittens. The space is thoughtfully separated into two rooms: one for little kittens and one for the adult cats, which I really appreciated. You're free to wander back and forth between rooms, so it feels relaxed and never rushed. Your visit comes with a small treat for you and a variety of cat toys to choose from! The cats are adoptable, which I thought was such a kind and humane touch. It's clear they genuinely care about finding these cats loving homes. Just a friendly heads-up: scratches can happen. Pretty sure the owner does their best to keep those tiny murder mittens trimmed, but cats will be cats. If you do leave with a few battle scars like I did, they've got you covered with bandaids and lint rollers too, because the cat hair is inevitable. Overall, this place is cozy, thoughtful, and incredibly cute!! Such a lovely experience!! I'd absolutely come back again!!

Love this place. Feels local…read more My friend and I got a matcha & azuki - matcha latte to share and it was so good. I love the azuki in it which is a sweet red bean. The server recommended either the kalau pork eggs Benedict or the big island loco moco. I got the Kalau pork eggs Benedict and my friend got the niu açaí bowl. Wow the okinawan purple potatoes are so bomb. I love that they gave me a salad and potatoes it's usually only one or another with an eggs Bendict. The kalau poke was savory, little fatty for my liking, but the Benedict was warm and gooey and melted in my mouth in a good way. Though I think the potatoes were the winner. I was going "mhmmm"*yummy*, and either every bite I was slowly going into a food coma. The coconut mousse in the açaí bowl was so good. It was like a taste of heaven. Portions were huge. The vibes were low key and local. Good local music playing. Service was good too. Staff was very friendly and we got seated immediately. We mopped our food (local style) and finished every last bite. I love coming here every chance I get when I'm in town, will be back!

We were looking for a place to grab dinner within walking distance of our hotel, and this place…read morekept popping up. It has won Open Table Customer Favorite Award, Trip Advisor Customer Favorite Award, and several local awards, so we thought we'd give it a try. I read some comments about there being a wait, so I made a reservation on Open Table. Glad I did, because this place is quite small. Go up the stairs outside to get to the door, then the dining room is up a few more stairs inside. There are several tables and a cool table in the corner set up with pillows that give it a"loungy" effect. It's got a beachy look with reclaimed wood walls, surfboards, and high wood beamed ceiling. We sat by the open air window, which was nice because you can see down onto people passing on the sidewalk from the second level. Our server was really good and the drinks and food came out fast. Hubby and I ordered the exact same thing --a Blue Hawaiian (rum and pineapple? Yes, please!) and the Big Island Beef Loco Moco. I like my eggs over hard, and they happily did that for me. Everything was delicious, and the portion was big. I love that this place is local and food is locally sourced. Definitely a huge plus in my book! Hopefully we will get to return for breakfast!

So there are two different models of cat/animal cafes:…read more One type is focused primarily on adoptions, rescue, rehabilitation, education, etc. Many partner with local nonprofit organizations and charities to help address the larger free roaming cat issue(s) on the island. There are many of these types of cat cafes on Oahu. There is also one on Maui. The other type is a for profit business that offers customers the opportunity to relax and interact with beautiful and sometimes exotic animals. This model is very popular in Japan and Cat Cafe MOFF, as a Japanese company, definitely falls into this category. Customers pay for a fixed amount of time with the cats (30 minutes, 1 hour, etc.) The entry comes with a complimentary drink. You can purchase additional treats for the cats. The cats here are not adoptable. They are well cared for in a clean and comfortable environment. The staff is pleasant and attentive to the cats' care and needs. It would not be fair to criticize one for not being enough like the other. Personally, our family supports both. Our kids loved their time at Cat Cafe MOFF and can't wait to return. Located in the Ala Moana Shopping Center. Ground level. Near the food court.

Dead Inside. (Sung to the tune of Devil Inside by INXS):…read more (Heavy, rhythmic bass line begins with the faint sound of a mall fountain and a distant ukulele loop) Found this spot at the Moana mall Past the surf shops and the food court hall "A haven of affection" is what they claim Makes you wonder why the energy's lame... (the energy's tame) makes you wonder, wonder, wonder.... A Persian sits on a velvet throne, Feeling more hollow than a sun-bleached bone, He's got the lineage, he's got the fur, But don't you dare expect a purr. [Chorus] Dead inside, dead inside. Every single one of them dead inside. Dead inside, dead inside Every single one of them dead inside [Verse 2] Like a girlfriend after a blowout fight They turn their backs and they dim the light A Scottish Fold with those flattened ears Hasn't felt a feeling in a thousand years (a thousand years) [Chorus] Dead inside, dead inside. Every single one of them dead inside. Dead inside, dead inside Every single one of them dead inside [Verse 3] They avoid your gaze, they look away. No "meow" to greet you, nothing to say. Like a foster kid who's seen too much They flinch away from a human touch. (a human touch) [Verse 4] You wave a feather, you shake a treat They stay cemented to their seat. Maximum effort, zero return- 28 dollars is what they earned. (you got burned) [Chorus] Dead inside, dead inside Every single one of them dead inside Dead inside, dead inside Every single one of them dead inside

Such a cute place. Interior design on point…read more Good: - cute kiddie play area so your kids can play while you enjoy some good eats - food is good, not basic stuff, good food - they make the place feel like home, there's Hawaii vintage displays on the way which is so cool to look at - special items on the menu that resonate with Hawaii local culture - looks like they support local businesses with the ingredients they use in their food which is on brand. So just know the high price, u are supporting local. Bad: - price is a bit on the steeper side, but with bishop museum membership you get 10% off, however in their defense, the food is ono The Weird: - I love the interior column in the space, it makes me wonder what was here before!

Tutu's Place is located inside the Bishop Museum. You don't have to pay an entrance fee to get in,…read morejust go through the gift shop. My hubby and I met Auntie for lunch here during winter break. We went on a Tuesday and it wasn't too busy. Since it was during winter break, there were a lot of kids around. Auntie got the Hawaiian Plate $17.99 (kalua pig, white rice, sweet potato, lomi salmon and haupia. My hubby got the Smoked Beef Sourdough Melt $16.99 that came with Maui onion chips. I got the Beef Stew Plate $16.99 that came with white rice and potato mac salad. The sourdough melt and beef stew plate came with measly portions. I counted five pieces of beef on my plate. The Hawaiian plate was worth it. It had so much more food on there. The food was good. It's the same food they serve at Highway Inn. I really liked the smoked beef in the melt. It had a really strong smoky taste. The beef stew was on the salty side. The decor was awesome. It was vintage with wood furnishings and very kid friendly. They even had a play area with books.

Why haven't I been here before!! This was recently recommended by a friend of mine who recently…read moremoved here and Wowww! I have been under a rock for this one! Absolutely am so impressed by the quality and menu choices. The food comes out as pectin and the ideas and curations are so clever. Exactly what I have been wishing for. This is definitely not your local Denny's or IHOP. I am addicted. everything is over the top, delish.. hash browns, pancakes, mandoos , ( pot stickers) bibimbap skillet,the front hostess (Malia) is out standing we met the manager who served us then the second time we had a gentleman and server named JT I believe.. Such a gem of a place ..,will be back at least once a month. Love to all and hats off to the chefs !

Natty skillet: Lots of different ingredients with some pickled veggies. The fried poke was better…read morethan I expected. Refreshingly different. The crispy rice on the bottom of the skillet is crunchy. Nice but tasteless. They have a breakfast bimbimbap which has gouchijan would make it so much better. And I did! I ordered a side of go chi Jang and it is so much better with the rice!! The morning milk shake warning - lots of alcohol. With bacon and granola... Not for me. Service was excellent. Our server was very attentive.

My boyfriend Ryan and I met the owner, Jasmin a while back when we were shopping and she invited us…read moreto check out her cafe. We found street parking across the street since parking in front of the café was limited. Jasmin welcomed us and pointed to the menu on the wall. We saw pictures of the food outside the window and the menu was written on a chalkboard stand. Her cafe is small, but very cozy with bright, cool looking furniture, and there were beautiful art work on the walls, and she had on some catchy Arabian music as well. We tried the Meza plate: Baba Ghanoush (smoky eggplant dip), Dolmas ( tangy grape leaves), Za'atar bread( spices, onions)- Jasmin said this was everyone's favorite, after the taste of this bread you guys, it became our favorite! It tastes super nice and it was flavorful! There was feta cheese, kalamata olives, and bread cut in a triangular shape. Jasmin told us to open the bread and grab the dips, and cheese with it. Every bite was a whole different experience! It was delicious! Jasmin said we had to eat the Za'atar bread, with the cheese on it and it was just yum! Jasmin let us try Saudi coffee, with sweet dates, and I also ordered the Honey Rose Latte. The Saudi coffee had cardamom in it so it's different from regular coffees. My Honey Rose Latte was good too. Jasmin asked if I wanted my latte sweeter and added more of the sweetener in my coffee. Even Ryan liked it too! The rose water gave it a nice touch. We also had the Turkey Panini~Jasmin's turkey panini was super crispy! There was cheese melting in the inside! You can hear the crunch in every bite! There were vegetables in it too like bell peppers, pesto, zucchini, and turkey meat. Ryan and I were really loving it! And for the final course, we had to try the desserts! We ordered two kinds of cakes, the sour cream poppy seed cake, and pumpkin spice loaf. These cakes were super moist, and not as sweet, which was perfect with our coffee. And there was a nice sugary crumble texture with it! So friends, if you are feeling adventurous and want to try something new, come on down to Jasmin's cafe at Mirage Arts & Coffee. She also does open mic nights, there would be live entertainment, belly dancers, so if you want to have a small get together, Jasmin welcomes everyone. Jasmin is a wonderful host. She will walk you through everything if you are not familiar with the foods, and she will entertain you too. This place will take you to another level, transport you to somewhere you have never been. So I do recommend you guys trying for the experience.

Balaclava was mediocre. Kinda dry. Not a lot of taste. Avocado sandwich was delicious…read more Service was pretty non existent. I was told where to bus my dishes!

Cute cat cafe! The space feels calm and cozy, and the cats…read moreare absolutely beautiful! I also appreciated that a drink is included with admission, and they offer treats for purchase so you can get the kitties to come up to you. None of the cats were particularly affectionate during my visit, which is a first for me at a cat cafe... The kitties seemed to be picked more for their beautiful looks instead of loving temperaments, but I still loved to hang out with them. It was a relaxing and enjoyable experience overall. If you're a cat lover looking for a peaceful break I the mall, it's a nice stop!

I love going to MOFF! The only location I haven't been to yet is in International Marketplace. If…read moreyou want to kill time or take friends on a cute date/outing this is a good spot. They offer one free drink and you can buy cat treats if you want to interact with the cats more. All the cats are pretty chill and friendly and they all have super soft fur. The staff is very nice and the cats see well taken care of. They have no touch zones (safe spots) for the cats they can retreat to. And if they are not feeling the vibe I have seen workers take cats to the back to chill in peace. Highly recommend if you are looking to kill some time and pet some fluffy cute cats. You can choose 30 minutes or an hour.

I hadn't gone to the humane society before although I've adopted pets from other organizations and…read morefrom friends, and I know how underfunded animal shelters can be, so I went in with low expectations - I just know they do their best with what they have, and I'm happy for any animal that is at least sheltered safely and can potentially be adopted! I went with my mom who wanted to adopt a cat but was hesitant to go alone, so I went mainly as support. Their staff was extremely kind and informative, sharing both fun and important facts about their personalities and habits, and letting us know about which cats would be better fits for my mom's lifestyle than others. The adoption process went smoothly, incl. the digital contract, carriers, health documentation, etc. I was a bit surprised when they had a rep for pet insurance give a spiel for their insurance plans at the end - kinda felt like a surprise sales pitch sprung on us, but I appreciated that they encourage having pet insurance as emergencies with animals are bound to pop up. I'm seeing a lot of people having issues getting in touch with them remotely over phone or email, so I can't speak on that, but in person, they were great!

I've adopted two dogs from HHS and provided am amazing life for them. until the very end and was…read morethere looking at dogs, after I lost my last furbaby. :( There is an older woman with short hair - maybe forties or early fifties - looks Hawaiian/Haole mixed, who sits in front across the reception desk at a computer on wheels. Not sure what her role is. (Although she seems to think she is the HHS police.) She seems to have major emotional dysregulation issues and will SNAP at people who are with a foster dog, or addopting a dog, that is sniffing at the three dog display cages in front, "DON'T LET THE DOG MAKE CONTACT WITH THE PUPPY!!!" (These three cages out front seem to be featured dogs they want people to notice?) Well perhaps they should put the cages higher up?? She also asks a lot of personal questions and follows people around the shelter, observing/spying as they view or interact with dogs (passive agressive much?!?!). If HHS was SO concerned about disease transmission, perhaps they should not have cats roaming loose inside the shelter, or FERAL CHICKENS flying and running around all over the shelter and DRINKING from the dog water bowls. After three encounters with this person in April and May, I don't want to go back. It's hard enough to be grieving and I don't need to deal with people who seem to be judging everyone who enters the shelter. I may check out the Ewa location instead. HHS leadership: the bizarre woman at the front needs to get some training on keeping her personal issues at the door when she shows up for work. GEEZ!!!

The best place to visit with the greatest owners. My review is long over-due but it is important to…read moreleave it! I came here during my vacation in Hawaii. We drove by and noticed this place and gave the number a ring via Google, and we were able to get an appointment on short notice. The owner came out with a little money, as he was even generous enough to pay for my parking. We tried the dole whip and the other treats that they offered and all of them were delicious. You can tell that the owners are really passionate about cats and kittens, and they really care about customer service. There is a lot of thought and energy that has been put into this place. The cats were all friendly but remember they are still cats so they have claws. If anything, some just wanted to play and were a little more assertive about it :) I was so delighted with the experience that I made a voluntary donation for $100. Covid has destroyed a lot of small businesses and I would hate to see this one go even though I am from California. Thank you Kitty Cafe! Hope I visit again soon.

My fiance and I like to call ourselves cat lounge connoisseurs. Just jokes- that's just me, in my…read moreown head calling myself that. But we do visit cat cafes/lounges more often than not. We go to the two in town once every few months, and enjoy the wide range of cats and kitten alike. Rebekah L. introduced us to this new kitty cafe early late last month, however with our schedules and the busy-ness of this lounge, we were only able to schedule a visit this past weekend. So we loaded up, and drove to meet Rebekah in not-so-small Kailua Town. We lucked out on street parking and met up with our friend to walk into the most kitschy kitty place of our dreams. Literally. The waiting area was decorated with cat posters and comfy chairs to wait for check in. The most impressive part was the huge cat tiki that commanded attention as soon as walking in. One of the cat owners, Heather, advised that the statue was commissioned and the work was so beautifully done it had me wondering if I wanted a cat tiki in my apartment.. After check in, we were directed to the snacks for purchase before entering the 'cat room'. We opted for both treats, and it would be brought into the cat room after it was made. The dole whip was delicious and such a generous portion too. We also tried the acai bowl for 'research purposes' and I was shocked to learn in was vegan. The acai bowl sweetness wasn't overpowering as it sometimes can be, and the granola had a nice crunch to it. So far this kitten lounge has my favorite snacks- definitely blew the previous bean water and tea out of the water. The nicest touch (in my opinion) was that the owner also directed us where the bathroom was before starting our cat adventure. It was a very nice touch as many places do not offer bathrooms, especially cat lounges. We sanitized our hands and walked into the cat area. There was a main cat area, currently decorated in the tiki/Old Hawaii style with tiny grass huts and aloha shirt cats framing the walls. One thing I was surprised and delighted to discover was that there was multiple cat rooms! To the left of the main room, there was two smaller rooms, decorated 'cat' themed as well, with Chinese Cat Paw wallpaper and cat trees and toys all over. There was 'human' seating room all over the place, and the different rooms allowed much more space and time with cats than it would have been with just one big room. There was enough hiding space for the kittens to chill out for a nap. However they were relentless in their playing and just general 'kitten-ness' that there wasn't much napping when we were there. We currently have a soon to be three year old cat, and have been on the hunt for a possible candidate for our shy guy. One thing I didn't notice beforehand (in my excitement for cats) was that the lounge was only meant for kittens, and not cats of all ages. It didn't take away from my experience at all, but I was pleasantly surprised. My fiancé ended up falling for a cute tiny kitten named Kona, however it wasn't meant to be and we didn't end up adopting her. After our hour was up, we said a heartful goodbye to the kittens and the Owners, and left feeling much more relaxed than when we came in. We will be adding Aloha Kitty Cafe into our roster of cat lounges to visit and cannot wait for our next kitty play date!