Aroma Hawaiian Coffee has several locations throughout Waikiki, and we visited the one inside the Beachcomber Waikiki, where we stayed during our trip. We didn't try it until the very end of our vacation, but we noticed it was always busy--and now we know why! Everything we had was delicious, especially the smoothies. Their menu also includes waffles, sandwiches, paninis, hot and iced coffee, açaí bowls, Italian sodas, and more, making it a great spot for breakfast, lunch, or a quick snack. Before you leave, be sure to browse their gift selection. They have a great assortment of Hawaiian coffee and other locally inspired items that are perfect for taking home as souvenirs or gifts. Definitely a must-try while you're in Waikiki! read more

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Great ambiance on second floor venue serving up friendly service and spectacular food and coffee. I enjoyed a medium-size Mocha and a Peanut Butter açaí bowl that had bananas, peanut butter, granola, goji berries, blueberries, shaved coconut, bee pollen and honey over frozen açaí. What a perfect start to the day! read more

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Came here after a lot of the other places were super busy and it was hard to find a seat and this was open! Good: - Tons of options! - The acai bowl tropical was super tasty - lots of fruit and good portion size - The ham and cheese panini filled me up! Very savory though a little cold Bad: - The papaya bowl was quite expensive for a tiny piece of fruit Overall this place was a perfect rainy day place to go. read more

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This place has been my absolute favorite for good drinks and breakfast food. I was staying at the Outrigger Hotel that is attached to this cafe and I went here almost every single day. Food: 5/5 I was able to try several of their brunch items including their Ham & Cheese Croissant, their Turkey Pest Sandwich, and their Traditional Waffle. Almost all of them were a hit! I especially liked their Turkey Pesto. It paired beautifully with their salad. Their breakfast waffle was also light and fluffy and their fruit was fresh. Drinks: 5/5 I tried their many lattes, coffees, smoothies. Their açaí smoothie was not my favorite because it had a lot of unblended seeds. I did love their leans & green smoothie, it had so many fruits and greens in it, and it also tasted so good. Service: 5/5 This place had wonderful service. All of their servers were so kind and they explained their menu so well. The food and drinks came out pretty timely and everything was fresh to order. Ambiance: 5/5 This place is attached to the Outrigger Hotel so they share a cafe area with the pool. It was beautiful to be able to enjoy breakfast by the poolside. It was giving summer vibes outside. Inside their cafe was very tropical with plants everywhere. I would definitely come back here for the food, the drinks, the happy hour, the ambiance, and the service! read more

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Excellent customer service ! Every employee that I encountered at this place was very welcoming and friendly. Breakfast items are pretty good and made fresh to order. Tons of different coffees and energy drinks to choose from too. Aroma Cafe isn't too pricey, but isn't cheap either, definitely worth every penny though! Two thumbs, two toes, and a Shaka for Hawaiian Aroma Cafe! Happy eating, my foodies! read more

Hawaiian Aroma Caffe - Ham and cheese on a croissant - Cafes Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

A hidden Caffe poolside at the Outrigger Beach Comber. Top of the elevators, a nice cozy cafe serving pizza, sandwiches, desserts, and array of coffee choices. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. A nice relaxing and laid back feel. Coffee was great and the Chai Lattee was perfectly blend. A plus for hotel guest inhouse. read more

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Such a nice and tranquil place. Fresh smoothies, breakfast, pastries and coffee. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Today's is the first day, and for next few we will probably be coming here for our breakfast, and will keep you posted with updates. read more

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The breakfast was included with our Outrigger Beachcomber stay. Quite hesitant at first then we saw the menu. Many options but $6 up charge if ordering higher end items... and Def worth it. Oj and coffee was also very good. We had the salmon benefit, ham and egg croissant and waffles. All very excellent. The salads were fresh with just the right amount of dressing. Waffles were slightly dense and chewy which i like. Salmon benefit was also excellent. Service was prompt and line moved quite fast. Kudos to the staff on Xmas day! The music is a bit loud for the morning but i adjusted and was a nice change. Thanks Aroma cafe for the great Xmas breakfast! read more

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Hawaiian Aroma is a cute coffee cafe that is tucked away upstairs/ up the escalator in one of the Beachcomber hotels. It totally does not fee like a cafe since there's a pool with lounge seating on their deck (assuming for hotel guests only). There's more normal seating too, but it makes for a more unique setting. Pretty solid menu that is focused on coffee and breakfast, and some alcohol options later in the day. HAC has cold drip coffee, which is a total win in my book (!!!). It's not nitro nor cold brew. Like most/all shops in the islands, it's Kona beans. The cashier was nice and let us take our time since no one else was in line. I looked up the menu and Yelp reviews ahead of time which recommended I get their infamous Pineapple Coconut Loaf. It was a nice treat to complement my coffee! We came back a few hours later so my friend (who had to work PST hours) could get a caffeine boost. I just wanted more delish iced coffee. And then we came back another day too. Aloha! read more

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We popped in for the happy hour, and as soon as we opened the door we were taken back. There was a DJ bumping, the music and vibes were excellent in there. The bartender was all alone, yet she was slanging tins and busting out drinks fast. The happy hour deals were great. They had a cocktail and pizza special for $16 bucks. We Would definitely come back read more

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Great breakfast at the Hawaiian Aroma Café. Really good Cappuccino and Smoothies, Served by fantastic and kind people. Best Place around Waikiki. read more

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This is the location inside the Outrigger Beachcomber which is convenient for guests or anyone staying near the International Market. They have a great selection of breakfast foods, coffees and sandwiches. We had the traditional waffle laden with fresh blueberries, bananas and strawberries. The garnish was a beautiful flower. It was a little dry, but otherwise good. The coffee drinks are large but appropriate to the price. Everyday of our week-long stay this place was crowded and noisy. Warning: if you want a traditional mainland breakfast of eggs,bacon and toast you will pay considerably more than you would at other nearby eateries. Service was fast and friendly. The restaurant looks out on the pool area. read more

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Not that it factored into our decision to stay at the Outrigger Waikiki Beachcomber, but as we did our research on the hotel, one of the things that caught my eye was Hawaiian Aroma Caffe. Their positive Yelp reviews and the photos of their food already made them far more interesting than your typical sort of Starbucks, but I was even more intrigued once we were here. After seeing the lively atmosphere and everything they have to offer and it became even more apparent this place isn't just a spot to grab coffee and breakfast in the morning! Since our we received complimentary breakfast vouchers as part of our booking at the Outrigger Beachcomber, we ended up ordering almost exclusively from that menu (which still had a good variety to offer). However, we found more than a few things on their regular menu rather tempting. From their waffle dishes, breakfast plates, acai bowls and sandwiches to their smoothies and coffees, there was no shortage of enticing options to try. What's more, they also have a solid selection of beers and cocktails, as well as some awesome happy hour deals - $3 beers and a $10 pizza & beer combo - that are offered from 12-6pm...EVERY DAY! -- ICED LATTE We tried this with several flavors (Vanilla, Pineapple, Mango, Guava) and genuinely liked all of them. My favorite was with Pineapple (Guava was good but it was subtle), but even plain, this was pretty good. -- TRADITIONAL WAFFLE with Powdered Sugar and Topped with Fresh Strawberries, Banana, and Berries Not particularly unique, but no less solid. The fruits on this were all so delicious and fresh and the waffle itself was pretty good. While the outside could've been crispier, I really liked that it wasn't super dense. -- BREAKFAST BAGEL - Everything Bagel with Cheese, Egg, and Bacon I was worried that the bagel would be hard/dried out, but this was terrific! The bagel itself was soft and lightly toasted, there was a fair amount of bacon, and I loved how cheesy it was. Delicious! -- HAM & CHEESE CROISSANT - Honey Smoked Ham with American Cheese Personally, I thought the Breakfast Bagel was better, but this wasn't too shabby. Although the croissant wasn't super flakey, it had a nice buttery taste to it and there was a fair amount of cheese and ham in it. -- BANANA BREAD It had been a while since I had a good banana bread, so I was pretty hopeful for this one. Sadly, it was just okay. The bread had a decently strong taste of banana in it, but the top and edges felt a bit dry. -- PINEAPPLE COCONUT BREAD Much like with the Banana Bread, I had high hopes for this one and, thankfully, it didn't disappoint. Despite how it was a little sweet, I really liked the taste of the pineapple in this and the coconut shavings on top. -- GUAVA BREAD One of the workers suggested this one to us and she absolutely nailed it - this was awesome! The bread was really moist, not overly sweet, and had a nice hit of guava flavor to it. We liked this so much, we got two for the flight out! -- TURKEY PESTO PANINI - Homemade Pesto Aioli, Thinly Sliced Turkey, Provolone Cheese, Spinach, and Tomatoes on a Telera Roll I wasn't sure what to expect with this, but it was so good! While I do wish it had a bit more turkey (always true), it was complemented well by the provolone, veggies, and the pesto. Plus, the roll was perfect - crusty on the outside, fluffy on the inside. -- HAWAIIAN PIZZA with Ham and Pineapples (Happy Hour) This was the perfect happy hour snack - substantial yet not enough to fill us up. Plus, how could anyone not like a good flatbread? The crust had a nice crispiness and there was a generous amount of toppings! Even though our vouchers obviously incentivized us to come back as often as we did, there's a better than likely chance we would've ended up here more than once anyways. It certainly doesn't hurt that they're in the hotel lobby, but the food and the coffee are legit, numerous dishes piqued our curiosity, and the staff was incredibly friendly and nice. Regardless of whether it's with vouchers in hand, I have no doubt I'll be visiting Hawaiian Aroma Caffe again in the future! FOUR AND A HALF STARS rounded down. read more

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Food- Phenomenal - Try the breakfast bagel , with everything bagel, you will not be di. Service- good , there was one discrepancy in comp items in our food ticket , and two people were saying different things, so It did make us go elsewhere on our last day. ambiance- perfect, its pool side an you can still see the ocean (if you stand) . 10/10 recommend read more

This was better than your average hotel included restaurant but it's not a destination to try. I got their waffle and it was good, standard. I got the banana mocha drink and it was too sweet to drink. Went back for an Americano and it was too dark to drink. I put four creams in and was still not drinkable. Very cute, tropical atmosphere but I would go across the street to Vintage Island coffee. read more

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Best açaí bowl I've had in my life! The fruit is so fresh. It has a natural sweetness to it that isn't too sweet. Very delicious! read more

Hawaiian Aroma Caffe - Banana bread French toast, bacon, everything bagel, original açaí bowl (12oz). Cafe mocha iced and caramel macchiato iced. - Cafes Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Went for breakfast and ordered the bacon bagel sandwich which comes with a salad. I was disappointed actually because the bacon wasn't very crispy and the bagel could have been more toasty. Blackberry mimosa was good but nothing great. The place itself is super cute though and it had good service. read more

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Best açaí bowl ever and great coffee. Great breakfast place. Friendly staff and great atmosphere.

They took over the old Starbucks. We were greeted immediately upon entering. The space is bright, open and has beachy vibes. I love the seating an aesthetic. They have coffees, teas, energy drinks and alcoholic drinks. I will need to come back and try their cocktails. But for now I ordered a lavender and vanilla iced latte (comes with 2 espresso shots) at the recommendation of one of the workers. It had strong espresso which I appreciated. They have lots of seating and a free water station. I saw some of the foods other customers ordered and their sandwich and paninis looked good. They also offer 15% discount for kama'aina. read more

Hawaiian Aroma Caffe - 4/13/25 lavender & vanilla latte - Cafes Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Love the different combo of açaí bowls here and it comes in 2 sizes. On top of that they have waffles, drinks, pastries, and other breakfast items. Take the escalator from the street and it's directly to your left. There's also a beautiful pool view and of the surrounding Waikiki buildings. read more

Hawaiian Aroma Caffe - Tropical and berry bowl - Cafes Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I wanted to try this since it was the only coffee shop in Waikiki open early around 7 a.m. Unfortunately, it was kind of disappointing. I ordered a classic iced coffee, but it was watered down and lacked a strong roasted coffee flavor, something just felt missing. read more

Got the pizza, açaí bowl and a sandwich, . Pictures of the advertised display food look better than served. Sandwich we got tasted more like a cheese sandwich and had a small amount of turkey and the portion of toppings in the pizza had less than what the display was. The açaí bowl was good. I suppose people come here for the breakfast food, coffee/tea and açaí bowls. The water in the back is self served, but remained empty the entire time we were there. It's decent if you're looking for a quick bite. There are other food options down the stairs and around the corner if looking for alternative options. read more

Hawaiian Aroma Caffe - Tropical pizza - Cafes Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

we always love a good acai bowl. I also love this location because we can eat by the pool and they have quick bites as well. My son enjoy their acai bowl with a cute umbrella on it :) read more

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Aloha! I 100% understand why all the reviews of the Beachcomber hotel here were hyping up the breakfast here now! They were completely correct in that. Everything I've had to eat here has been delicious! We bought the hotel package where we get 2 breakfast vouchers at the Aroma cafe here connected directly with the hotels lobby floor (just up the escalator--to the left--if you're visiting ;)) Completely worth the price of the hotel plus all the extra amenities it comes with. It's that good. There's great music playing, kind ladies behind the bar. Oh did I mention that the breakfast goes longer than most hotels? Till noon! (6am-12pm) So you can hit that snooze for a few. I will add that the coffee they use is on the slightly more bitter side (for those who have a sweet tooth like me) so just ask for extra sugar or whatever you need haha. ALSO at noon they turn into a cute lil pizza and cocktail bar! I've only had a couple drinks but they have some great happy hour deals here with pizza. The drinks of course were delish as well. I could go on and on but I better wrap this up. Definitely stop by and I hope you enjoy! read more

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Food 3/5 Limited on protein. Primarily pork options. Service 3/5 Cafeteria style like service. Place your order, get a number and they find you. Ambiance 3/5 It was well lit, well ventilated, clean and ample seating. I chose to sit outdoors. read more

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Bad coffee bad attitude , why do I need a side of eye roll with a simple question as to how many shots come in the sizes? Would rather have waited in the Kona coffee purveyors line fr read more

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The açaí smoothie is watery, too much ice. Also their water station jugs were both empty. The girl cashier was rude (Caucasian blonde-mid section showing w yoga pants, pony tail about 5 7/8') Asked her specifically to blend the smoothie twice and she never acknowledged. Just gave me a blank stare with no response. Smoothie was a long wait they weren't busy.. had to ask and hang around the counter so the three of them would see me.. they were just standing there having conversation with each other. when she finally gave the smoothie she never returned a thank you. Few of the workers here have an attitude. Their food/drinks are not cheap. Expected more quality. This is the second time it was watery and chunks of ice. Won't come back again. read more

Food was well presented and they even had decaf coffee! Great place in the hotel that was convenient for getting a bite to eat. There is a coffee bar as well as open seating. Tables were quickly cleared and cleaned by the staff. read more

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We popped in here after checking into the hotel. It was a perfect spot with a ton of options: alcohol, coffee, juices, cocktails, pizza, sandwiches, and the açaí bowl (pictured). It has a great vibe and friendly service. They have happy hour too! read more

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Loved the chill island energy at Hawaii Aroma! It's a cute little smoothie and cocktail café with a Hawaiian twist. We had the pineapple cake -- super tasty and tropical! The whole place has a relaxing beachy design, and the music just puts you in the right mood. There's a nice selection of alcohol if you're in the mood, plus comfy seating -- especially the corner setup with the wood-style bench, which was really cool. Super clean and welcoming. Definitely worth checking out if you're strolling by and need a refreshing drink or a cozy place to unwind. read more

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Stopped in for a drink on our way to Cirque Du Soleil. Great atmosphere and a fun pool side ambiance. Drink was delicious and moderately priced for the area. Service was friendly and quick. Highly recommend the A Hui Hou for a light and refreshing tequila beverage with strong notes of local vanilla. read more

Hawaiian Aroma Caffe - A Hui Hou cocktail - Cafes Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Super cute pool side bar and cafe by the check in for Cirque du Soleil ʻAuana. Quick service and fun drinks. read more

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Super small indoor space, but kind of cute decor. It's a little touristy to me, but it's in a convenient location since we were going to the zoo. They had a live DJ the morning we went in and he was playing great music. For such a small space it was kind of loud, but it was fun to have music with our drinks. Got the Nutella latte, which mostly tasted like chocolate and not strong on the hazelnut. It was pretty good. I may be back to try other coffees. read more

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Our hotel reservation included breakfast vouchers (although not every hotel reservation does, it depends on whether you book directly etc) and I'm happy to report I loved my coconut chocolate mocha (4/5 stars) and my husband enjoyed his latte too (3.5/5 stars). Very satisfied with the tropical açaí bowl (5/5 stars) but just 2/5 stars on the guava waffle because the guava syrup tasted like sugar (not guava) and the waffle tasted soft and rubbery (I thought that it tasted like it was served at least 30 minutes after they made it, or maybe they just microwaved it to warm it up). We'll happily be getting the açaí bowls (they have four different options) every morning the rest of our short trip thanks to the vouchers. One tip - the vouchers only cover the 12oz bowls, not the 16 oz ones. Service was fine (5/5 stars) and the ambiance was pretty medium (5/5 stars) although I did appreciate the fact that they allow guests to eat at the tables on the pool deck! read more

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The food is ok. Service is ok. Beware of the Acai Bowls. The açaí is frozen and the "fresh" fruit is not fresh and very scarce. I ordered the tropical açaí bowl and it literally had one slice of kiwi (cut into tiny lil squares) but the most unpleasant surprise is that they used CANNED pineapple. Canned!!! When they literally grow pineapples on the island!! Very disappointing. read more

I ordered an acai bowl and a latte from Hawaiian Aroma Caffe. The acai bowl's fruit toppings were tasty, but the açaí itself seemed a little bit icy. The latte was good but not great. I would not avoid this cafe by any means, but I wouldn't go out of my way to return here. read more

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This place is a vibe! MY kinda vibe! Really feeling their tropical decor and foliage. I especially loved the fact that I could go downstairs from my hotel room to grab breakfast and enjoy it by the pool at sunrise. Definitely a great way to start the day, that's for sure. The mornings do get busy but the staff do their best to get the line moving so it's not bad. As for their menu, they have quite a bit of everything....eggs, waffles, sandwiches, salads, pastries, coffee and açaí bowls. They even have a full bar because it's 5 o'clock somewhere, right? Ha! 5 stars for ambience, food, and customer service! My husband and I will be back for more açaí bowls! read more

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The baristas Paige, Hannah, Morgan were absolutely phenomenal they gave great service very accommodating and helpful. Definitely check and visit them. read more

We came here because our Costco package at the Beachcomber Hotel included a (limited selection) breakfast for 2 with any 16 ounce coffee. The breakfast was good, but the coffee was EXCEPTIONAL!! It is the best coffee we've had in all the times we've been to Hawaii (over 20). We tried their soy latte, regular latte, both with extra shot, hot and cold, they never failed. We have to give a shout out to Noah because he made the best coffee, and Anne who made the most beautiful designs, see pictures attached. We have to also credit the manager, I didn't get her name, but she was doing everything that her team did, from taking orders, making coffee, passing out orders, and cleaning plates and tables. A true leader who led by doing. Therefore, her team was right on!! The next time we're in Hawaii, we will definitely come for the coffee, even if we don't stay at the hotel. read more

Hawaiian Aroma Caffe - Love that Anne expressed her thanks in her coffee making. - Cafes Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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I visited your establishment in April and spent three weeks in the area for work. The coffee and food were excellent, but unfortunately, I was extremely disappointed by an interaction I witnessed involving what I believe was a manager and a young employee that was just hired and in training.The manager, a short woman with dark hair, appeared to be training the employee but was extremely impatient and disrespectful toward her. At one point, she kicked a plastic box across the floor out of frustration and told the employee she needed to be faster and should already know how to do the job. As a business owner myself, I understand that training new employees takes time. Everyone starts somewhere, and new employees deserve patience, guidance, and respect. Unfortunately, after witnessing this interaction, we decided not to return despite enjoying the food and coffee. I sincerely hope the employee found a more supportive workplace and left your store. Management should remember that the way employees are treated reflects the culture of the business.I did not write this review sooner because I also run a busy business, but I was reminded of this situation recently while training an employee at my own establishment. It made me think about how important it is to create a workplace where new employees feel supported and encouraged to learn. I sincerely hope management has improved in this area. read more