One of my top coffee stops while at Waikiki! Came here 3 times while on vacation for a week. Their ube iced latte is amazing!! Also tried some of their avocado toast and chia pudding. Highly recommend!! read more

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This review is based on the MATCHA ONLY. If I get the chance to try their pastries or coffee in the future, my opinion may change. The cafe itself is beautiful- clean, modern, and very aesthetic. However, as a huge matcha enthusiast, I found the matcha to be underwhelming compared to authentic Japanese matcha cafes. // Mango Matcha Latte (with coconut milk) If you enjoy a rich, creamy matcha latte, this one unfortunately missed the mark for me. Despite the vibrant green color, the matcha tasted quite watery, astringent, and slightly bitter, lacking the depth I was expecting. It almost made me wonder if the water used to prepare it was too hot, as higher temperatures can bring out more bitterness and astringency. If you've had high-quality matcha from authentic Japanese cafes or brands like Marukyu Koyamaen, you may find this disappointing. The mango flavor was enjoyable, but it couldn't make up for the matcha itself. I think I'd probably enjoy the coffee here more, and the pastries looked delicious. The service was friendly and the space is lovely, but based on today's visit, I wouldn't recommend the matcha. read more

Hala Tree Cafe - Mango matcha latte (with coconut milk) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Love the vibe of this coffee shop! It's sleek, modern, with an aesthetic calmness! They have a full in-house bakery- straight from the family farm on the Big Island! 100% Kona coffee. They serve up some delicious pastries- baked fresh daily. And the drinks are spot on! We ordered a vanilla latte, caramel latte, and a chocolate latte. Neither was watered down with a bunch of milk- you could actually taste the coffee (love that). My son and daughter ordered a lemonade and a hibiscus fizz- very refreshing! We also ordered a few pastries- the citrus tart was divine! It was bright, sweet, and sour that featured a crisp, buttery crust filled with a smooth, velvety fruit curd 10/10! The cruffins were flaky and buttery and equally delicious. And the brownies were rich in flavor (it had a chocolate ganache feel to it, so good). My son rated his chocolate chip cookie a 10/10! I trust his palette and word! Brian was absolutely amazing! The staff were friendly and helpful- making great recommendations (as this was our first time). Prices are a bit high! But the quality of food and drinks is second to none! These guys definitely know what they're doing! read more

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Wow! I'm in town for vacation and was on the search for a good place with a good Americano. We were greeting promptly upon entering by a team member that had a genuine simile. The search wasn't disappointing! Hala Tree Cafe has just that! Nothing crazy, nothing wild, just a straight up hot Americano. This place had a nice relaxing atmosphere with the design and the nice tunes. My sisters go the Hibiscus Lemonade and Honey Lavender Matcha. They had the same sentiments as myself. Highly recommend! read more

Hala Tree Cafe - Americano - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Cool place... Literally as today is Summer Solstice it's sure been heating up strong and if the perfectly air conditioned cafe doesn't sound inviting for just a few days all drinks are 50% off and yes it sure is! You can find this adorable new cafe on the ground floor on Kānekapōlei St next to Lilia Waikīkī and this bright and modern aesthetic vibe is so calming and relaxing as I took a sip of my "Honey Lavender Matcha" that was just perfectly done and the light and refreshing matcha was whisked to a lovely froth. I couldn't resist and paired it with a Kona Coffee Cookie which I did have a difficult time identifying as it had no price or name for each item but my confusion must've been obvious as a gentlemen came over and described each one and for reference it was $5 for two large cookies. Menu is quite simple though being that it's just their four day shy of their opening the staff is just so friendly and efficient my only grief is the usual locals rely on is parking....they don't have any it's just their four street or nearby International Market Place is the options though if there is a chance for you to take a break this is the place that I'd totally recommend as this cool spot get ready for their grand opening on July 1st. Thank you! read more

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Hala Tree Cafe opened their Kuhio Avenue location last week - their soft opening. Hours are from 600a to 500p. I visited their Ka'a'awa spot near the Crouching Lion. They had good beverages and pastries; and continue to provide the same quality in Waikik Lilia (condominium) on Kuhio Ave. and Kānekapōlei St. Parking is available in Lilia's garagefor guests - I'm not sure of validation rules. Entrance for the cafe is on Kānekapōlei. Dining area is rather large - there is a table for standing and enjoying your beverage. Ordering is to the left of the entrance door; pickup at the end of the L-shaped counter. I had a Cascara Cola for takeaway. Spicy and not too sweet. Cascara is the fruit of the coffee bean that is dried and made into a tea like beverage...it has a much lower caffeine level. No waste. Grand Opening: July 1st. read more

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Came here twice during our short trip. I'm not a matcha fan but it was good ! My bf who enjoys matcha said it was very good quality. Creamy and flavorful - the original and mango version. I got the ube latte and vanilla late. Great quality coffee with the perfect amount of sweetness that does not mask the coffee. The almond croissant was a delicious treat. Space is big with nice lighting and friendly staff. Quick service read more

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If I had seven more days on this island, I would be at this place at least seven more times. The atmosphere is chill, the coffee is high quality, and the food was delicious. We're going to the big island in a few months, and we're for sure gonna do the Hala Tree farm tour! read more

Hala Tree Cafe - 'Uala Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Love Hala Tree! Such joy to find a nice, cool space in Waikiki where we can sit and have a 100% Kona brew in quiet to take a break or catch up. Everyone was nice. Best wishes Hala Tree. read more

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Back again bc it's SO good! Ac blasts and we love it! Very friendly staff (diff staff this time, equally friendly and helpful!) went for the same ube oatmilk latte. read more

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Parking: parking lot in Lilia or street parking Service: The service was really good here and the staff is very friendly and attentive Drinks: Uala latte, OMG SOOOO GOOD! 10/10 I'm getting this again (but I also want to try their matcha latte) Food: I went with a bunch of friends and we tried majority of the pastries, but the most memorable one for me was the basque cheesecake. It was so light and not overly sweet. I also really loved the savory croissant. When I was there I kept seeing all the sandwiches come out so next time I want to try one of those. Overall: I would say this place is a hidden gem. I'm coming back so I can try more items! Vibes: Such a cute space and very well designed. read more

Hala Tree Cafe - Hala Tree :) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Fresh and delicious food and coffee. Great service and order is available pretty quickly. read more

Hala Tree Cafe - Avocado Toast and Uala Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Been coming back here every day since I found them and they haven't disappointed.the drinks are very consistent.to fix the small size cups,I just order two for myself.and the regular for the wife the ube latte .had to splurge and grab the carrot and ube cheesecake as we're leaving tomorrow.look forward to coming back here when we come back read more

Hala Tree Cafe - Carrot n cheesecake - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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I was excited when I first saw this cafe being built. Now that it's open and I've had the chance to visit, see the interior, and try one of their drinks, I'm even more impressed. I wasn't sure what to expect since there are already several cafes in the area, but this one truly stands out. I ordered an iced matcha latte with coconut milk, and it was simple yet delicious. Plant-based milks are available for an additional $0.50, which I think is very reasonable. They offer oat, almond, and coconut milk, and I chose coconut. You can also add flavors for $1, like lavender, which I'll definitely be trying next time. I also appreciated that my drink had the perfect amount of ice--not too much and not too little. The woman at the register was friendly, and the barista was as well. She let us know that our drip coffee would take about five minutes, which gave us time to sit down and relax instead of standing around waiting. I really appreciated the communication. I'm looking forward to trying more of the menu because everything looks and sounds delicious. There's plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors, making it a great place to stay awhile. They did a wonderful job with the interior design. I especially loved how the local plants throughout the space complement the cafe's farm-to-table concept. It creates a fresh, welcoming atmosphere and strengthens the connection to the local community. I'll definitely be back! read more

Hala Tree Cafe - iced matcha latte with coconut milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

What a gem! We stumbled upon this place and now it's a favorite! The Ube latte and mochas iced were delicious! Not to sweet, just sweet enough! The bacon, egg & cheese biscuit was so fluffy and delicious! We shared and wish we got our own! There's seating inside and out. Great spot! read more

Hala Tree Cafe - Bacon, egg & cheese biscuit - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

A beautiful cafe with an amazing story about their coffee. The lovely couple behind this shop bought a coffee farm in Captain Cook on the Big Island and learned everything they could about coffee farming and sustainability. Support local!!! Pastries are 10/10. read more

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We had the American biscuit and coffee. It was absolutely fabulous. The biscuit was light and flaky. The egg, bacon and cheese we cooked perfectly. The plating was pretty with a swirl of mayo. The coffee was ono. We didn't have the pastries but they look delicious. The staff was friendly and brought our food outside to the table. The tables were ok but should be spread out a little more. It was hard to maneuver with guests at other tables. There is inside seating. I would highly recommend and definitely will go back. I live close by. I wish I would have taken a picture. read more

Great sandwich 10/10. I tried the eggplant and burrata on focaccia. It's served with a little arugula salad. The focaccia is the winner and the sandwich was very fresh. I'll definitely be back! read more

Hala Tree Cafe - Sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

We love supporting local businesses and what really caught my eye when searching for a coffee shop near by was they have their own coffee farm so it's a must since I come from a family of farmers. I'm so glad we decided to try their coffee. I love that it is strong but not bitter or sour, it is not water down with milk or too overly sweet, just perfect. We have been coming here 3 days straight and will continue to come daily until we leave. Thank you so much for offering such amazing coffee. Ps- love the pastry too, everything is made in house. read more

Food, atmosphere and service is amazing! The coffee was great, definitely coming back!! read more

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Coffee was great, the pastries were good and service outstanding. Had a Mocha with extra shot espresso and it waa just how I like it. Strong and not too milky. Thanks read more

Staff is truly knowledgeable about the bean varietals they are using and they craft a perfect pour over of 100% Kona. Stop going to the big chains and get better coffee. read more

Yummy yummy drinks with awesome espresso and amazing atmosphere! Staff are very nice as well. read more

Hala Tree Cafe - Caramel latte and U'ala latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

The staff were nice and friendly this morning. I ordered a mango matcha and I hate to say it but I didn't enjoy it at all. I got almond milk and maybe that was my problem since I usually don't go for almond but something about it tasted very off and I couldn't finish my drink. I did go before their grand opening so maybe there's some kinks to work out but I didn't enjoy myself here read more

Great coffee!, my latte was very delicious. Nice people. My new favorite spot in the area for coffee.

After trying new coffee shops in Waikiki for the last 5 weeks, I can honestly say this one has the best coffee. Love their scones and 100% Kona coffee. read more

Loved my entire experience! Perfect place to study and get some work done. The mango matcha I got was incredible - can't wait to try their coffee and food next time. Finally found my new work spot while living in Waikiki read more

I bought an egg & cheese biscuit sandwich (no bacon) during the 1st week of their soft opening. I had to wait 10 min for it, but it was worth the wait. Soft warm biscuit, melted cheese, and warm egg; the BEST fresh biscuit I've ever had. I thought, "I'll buy one at least once a week for sure," especially since I live in the bldg. The 2nd week of their soft opening, I bought the same biscuit (no bacon), I could taste the bacon that someone had obviously put on it, then took off. And the egg was cold. I was bummed. I wanted to be a regular. I'll continue to pop in occasionally b/c it's so convenient. The pavlova is good, but a little tart for my taste. The avocado toast is decent, just wish that they'd toasted the bread and cut it in half for easier eating. I'll eventually try their savory breakfast treats. Great space. Staff is working out the kinks. Becoming busier as more people in the neighborhood & tourists learn about it. Lots of people in my bldg stop in before work so if you want to avoid the line, come in really early or after the morning commute. read more