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I had a great experience here! The staff was super friendly and knowledgeable. It is located in an office building complex but has a courtyard for seating and small number of tables inside. Parking was difficult to navigate but found a public lot. The almond croissant is really good!! It has an almond spread in the middle that is superb. The smoothies are good, breakfast sandwich was good, and coffee was good!
Love Honolulu coffee smells good and taste cashiers are very nice and helpful, will come back soon
LOVE their coffee-very unique as it is "farm to table" and hard to find outside of Hawaii! Family members were in Honolulu prior to COVID-19 and brought me back some of the coffee in which the coffee is harvested from many of the different islands. They bought me KONA from the Big Island where they have visited and participated in the local coffee tours. Anyway, you can purchase this on-line for yourself or gifts for others-it does NOT disappoint and like coffee from all regions all over the world each has its own specific flavor. This particular dark full bodied roast had hints of milk chocolate and caramel! Divine! PS. They also ship internationally-see their web site! A BIG Mahalo!
The service here is great! Kyla and Alexia were really welcoming and helpful and wore masks the whole time. Ordering was smooth and efficient and I was struck by how clean the store was. They also had hand sanitizer available. There was a great selection of fresh pastries to choose from and I tried a lilikoi roll. It was AMAZING and fluffy and the perfect combo of sweet and a little tangy. Kyla also helped me pick out bags of coffee for gifts and she was SO knowledgeable. Ask her about coffee if you like learning about coffee!
Macaroons! Finally a place close to work that I can pick up delicious macaroons! I'll also order the Mocha frost. Not much of a coffee person as caffeine has no effect on me, however I do love the taste of it. Baristas are usually always friendly. Strawberry, lilikoi and chocolate are my favorites out of there selection. Some tables inside, and not usually loud. Sometimes there is a line though. But still a good place to meet up with friends or former coworkers. I have had coffee here several times and recently it was catching up with a former boss. Overall it's nice gathering place besides Starbucks.
Found myself in downtown Honolulu trying to wrap up a few things at work on a Friday afternoon. Needed to find a coffee shop with wi-fi. There is a Starbucks across the street but I decided to go with the local option, Honolulu Coffee Company (HCC). This HCC is located in the lobby of the American Savings Bank Tower on Bishop Street. There are two entrances, one on the outside and one within the building. Not much seating here, just a handful of tables and chairs. There are also a few tables right outside the coffee shop. There is indeed free wi-fi here. I could connect in the courtyard outside so the connection is pretty good. I wanted to get some 100% Kona coffee since I was in Hawaii. I see that they have French press Kona coffee here. Initially I asked for this, but the barista mentioned they had brewed pure drip Kona coffee so I got a medium cup for a little over $2. The Kona coffee was brewed nicely and has a bold flavor to it. In addition to coffee, they have teas and pastries including macarons! Tried two of the macarons, haupia and lilikoi which were $1.75 each. These were okay, but I like the ones in Seattle better. They didn't taste as chewy and delicate as the ones I find here. I did like the tropical flavors within each. The store's customer base is primarily the worker crowd. I like that the HCC staff here greeted many of their regular customers by name in a warm and friendly manner. If I was working in the area, this is a coffee shop that I would go to because they have good coffee and a nice staff. If you are looking for Kona coffee and good service, visit HCC.
The baristas here are SO friendly that I honestly get shocked sometimes. They're peppy and cool and seem to genuinely enjoy and know the coffee they're serving. I only wish they would have warned me that the coffee here is STRONG! Admittedly, your girl got a headache from confidently downing a cold brew.. It was brutal, but I admit that I am a bit weak to caffeine, so I should've considered this before making the jump. However, I got a regular coffee today and it was not only delicious, but it was also caffeinated enough to keep me alive throughout the day. And I didn't get a headache or jitters! I really must commend their syrups.. I feel as though you can really taste the quality and flavor when you add one to your coffee. I think a lot of other places have syrups that are a bit more muted compared to the ones here. Maybe it's just me? Maybe I'm ordering the wrong thing? Or maybe Honolulu Coffee really gives it to ya. Either way, I enjoyed my coffee today and it inspired me to write this. That's a good sign, isn't it? I'll be back, for sure!
As I walked into this store in downtown, Tamarind Park, between ASB and Jack in the Box, there's only one guy at the counter as both the cashier and coffee maker, with best attitude I've experienced. Very friendly and willing to help and explain all the different flavors. Although the coffee is expensive, it's because it's the best tasting coffee we've had, that comes in an assortment of different flavors, but also, they've expanded from years back to also serve baked items as well as macaroons: Coffee - 5 stars for the flavors and freshness. Strawberry Macaroon - 3 stars - very sweet, but I like La Tour Cafe's better. The flavor wasn't as strong and it was a little hard. Service - 5 stars - this guy is the bomb. He even offers a sample if you can't decide what you want, and is very enthusiastic. I've never experienced a person like that in any other coffee establishment.
While it is a coffee shop, I went to Honolulu Coffee Company on the recommendation of a coworker. We were both craving acai bowls and he let me know that this coffee shop makes them. I was a little hesitant at first because it's a coffee shop; not exactly known for healthy foods or acai bowls, but there is no harm in trying it out. For $5.75, the acai bowl is pretty cheap (I've had ones that were a similar size but more expensive - about $9). It comes with granola and fresh banana slices. I loved it! The acai smoothie blend had a nice flavor, not too sweet or tart. The texture was how I liked it - similar to a thick smoothie. The ratio of granola and fresh banana to the acai blend was perfect. Usually, acai bowls have much more acai than granola, but I like having granola with every bite. The granola was crunchy. The bananas were perfectly ripe. It was the best acai bowl I've had in awhile. Definitely will be coming back for breakfast soon.
They just renovated their shop as of January 14, 2019 and it's much more modern and cleaner! Barista, Kandace always greet you with a smile and make sure all your coffee needs/questions are met. Without them, this shop would be nothing. I used to come here a lot in 2016, but stopped bc the customer service sank with the old employees. Gave it another shot this year of 2019 and I'm glad I did. Their prices have risen since then, but the quality and quantity has also improved. Best time to come is early morning when the coffee is just brewing. You can smell their kona brew from miles away! -- I ordered their açaí bowl ($9.50 + tax). HPU & Argosy University students get discounts, just ask at the register!
After trying the Honolulu Coffee in Ala Moana, I decided it was time try one of their other stores. Since I work close to the one on Bishop Street, I decided to go there. I ordered a dry cappuccino. It was pretty good, however for $5.50 I'm not sure it was totally worth it. Also on the menu they only had one size listed, but they actually have a couple different sizes. They should really look at updating their menu so customers are not confused. All in all okay coffee but there are better places near by.
This has quickly become my go-to coffee place when I'm in the office. After working downtown for a couple of months and spending way too much money at Starbucks, I was curious to see what local coffee shops were close by. This place popped up and one of my coworkers also recommended it. After trying out a few different drinks on the menu, I've found my go-to drinks: iced Hawaiian latte with oat milk on hot days and a hot mocha when the weather is slightly cooler. I subtracted one star because the prices are on the higher end and I wish they stay open later. They close at 1:30pm but I normally don't get my afternoon coffee until 2pm to combat my afternoon slump. Also, if you're a fan of frappés, this is not the place for you. They have 3 blended drinks on the menu but it's not their specialty. Otherwise, I really do adore this place. The baristas know their stuff and are great at making recommendations based on your preferences. read more
3 months ago
The inside was nice. A few tables. Service was good too. Coffee was good but the coconut taste in the Hawaiian was a bit overpowering. read more
1 year ago
Located in the heart of downtown this coffee shop has been a local fixture filled with great drinks and baked goods. This is a nice place to get an afternoon treat. Prices are on the higher side but the quality and taste of the offerings are worth the price. I often walk out spending almost $20 for 3 different things but the taste of the items make up for the cost. The baristas are very friendly and helpful giving thoughts on what they have. Shows they love their products as well. The cafe has seating and located in an office building. However, the feeling inside is like a little escape from the hustle of work. The chocolate chip Kona muffin is good. The salted chocolate chip cookie is addicting. Guava loaf is so local and just different from anything in the area. Definitely a place to return to and treat yourself. read more
I had a great experience here! The staff was super friendly and knowledgeable. It is located in an office building complex but has a courtyard for seating and small number of tables inside. Parking was difficult to navigate but found a public lot. The almond croissant is really good!! It has an almond spread in the middle that is superb. The smoothies are good, breakfast sandwich was good, and coffee was good! read more
2 years ago
Love Honolulu coffee smells good and taste cashiers are very nice and helpful, will come back soon read more
4 years ago
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6 years ago
LOVE their coffee-very unique as it is "farm to table" and hard to find outside of Hawaii! Family members were in Honolulu prior to COVID-19 and brought me back some of the coffee in which the coffee is harvested from many of the different islands. They bought me KONA from the Big Island where they have visited and participated in the local coffee tours. Anyway, you can purchase this on-line for yourself or gifts for others-it does NOT disappoint and like coffee from all regions all over the world each has its own specific flavor. This particular dark full bodied roast had hints of milk chocolate and caramel! Divine! PS. They also ship internationally-see their web site! A BIG Mahalo! read more
2 years ago
6 years ago
The service here is great! Kyla and Alexia were really welcoming and helpful and wore masks the whole time. Ordering was smooth and efficient and I was struck by how clean the store was. They also had hand sanitizer available. There was a great selection of fresh pastries to choose from and I tried a lilikoi roll. It was AMAZING and fluffy and the perfect combo of sweet and a little tangy. Kyla also helped me pick out bags of coffee for gifts and she was SO knowledgeable. Ask her about coffee if you like learning about coffee! read more
Macaroons! Finally a place close to work that I can pick up delicious macaroons! I'll also order the Mocha frost. Not much of a coffee person as caffeine has no effect on me, however I do love the taste of it. Baristas are usually always friendly. Strawberry, lilikoi and chocolate are my favorites out of there selection. Some tables inside, and not usually loud. Sometimes there is a line though. But still a good place to meet up with friends or former coworkers. I have had coffee here several times and recently it was catching up with a former boss. Overall it's nice gathering place besides Starbucks. read more
Found myself in downtown Honolulu trying to wrap up a few things at work on a Friday afternoon. Needed to find a coffee shop with wi-fi. There is a Starbucks across the street but I decided to go with the local option, Honolulu Coffee Company (HCC). This HCC is located in the lobby of the American Savings Bank Tower on Bishop Street. There are two entrances, one on the outside and one within the building. Not much seating here, just a handful of tables and chairs. There are also a few tables right outside the coffee shop. There is indeed free wi-fi here. I could connect in the courtyard outside so the connection is pretty good. I wanted to get some 100% Kona coffee since I was in Hawaii. I see that they have French press Kona coffee here. Initially I asked for this, but the barista mentioned they had brewed pure drip Kona coffee so I got a medium cup for a little over $2. The Kona coffee was brewed nicely and has a bold flavor to it. In addition to coffee, they have teas and pastries including macarons! Tried two of the macarons, haupia and lilikoi which were $1.75 each. These were okay, but I like the ones in Seattle better. They didn't taste as chewy and delicate as the ones I find here. I did like the tropical flavors within each. The store's customer base is primarily the worker crowd. I like that the HCC staff here greeted many of their regular customers by name in a warm and friendly manner. If I was working in the area, this is a coffee shop that I would go to because they have good coffee and a nice staff. If you are looking for Kona coffee and good service, visit HCC. read more
The baristas here are SO friendly that I honestly get shocked sometimes. They're peppy and cool and seem to genuinely enjoy and know the coffee they're serving. I only wish they would have warned me that the coffee here is STRONG! Admittedly, your girl got a headache from confidently downing a cold brew.. It was brutal, but I admit that I am a bit weak to caffeine, so I should've considered this before making the jump. However, I got a regular coffee today and it was not only delicious, but it was also caffeinated enough to keep me alive throughout the day. And I didn't get a headache or jitters! I really must commend their syrups.. I feel as though you can really taste the quality and flavor when you add one to your coffee. I think a lot of other places have syrups that are a bit more muted compared to the ones here. Maybe it's just me? Maybe I'm ordering the wrong thing? Or maybe Honolulu Coffee really gives it to ya. Either way, I enjoyed my coffee today and it inspired me to write this. That's a good sign, isn't it? I'll be back, for sure! read more
As I walked into this store in downtown, Tamarind Park, between ASB and Jack in the Box, there's only one guy at the counter as both the cashier and coffee maker, with best attitude I've experienced. Very friendly and willing to help and explain all the different flavors. Although the coffee is expensive, it's because it's the best tasting coffee we've had, that comes in an assortment of different flavors, but also, they've expanded from years back to also serve baked items as well as macaroons: Coffee - 5 stars for the flavors and freshness. Strawberry Macaroon - 3 stars - very sweet, but I like La Tour Cafe's better. The flavor wasn't as strong and it was a little hard. Service - 5 stars - this guy is the bomb. He even offers a sample if you can't decide what you want, and is very enthusiastic. I've never experienced a person like that in any other coffee establishment. read more
8 years ago
3 years ago
While it is a coffee shop, I went to Honolulu Coffee Company on the recommendation of a coworker. We were both craving acai bowls and he let me know that this coffee shop makes them. I was a little hesitant at first because it's a coffee shop; not exactly known for healthy foods or acai bowls, but there is no harm in trying it out. For $5.75, the acai bowl is pretty cheap (I've had ones that were a similar size but more expensive - about $9). It comes with granola and fresh banana slices. I loved it! The acai smoothie blend had a nice flavor, not too sweet or tart. The texture was how I liked it - similar to a thick smoothie. The ratio of granola and fresh banana to the acai blend was perfect. Usually, acai bowls have much more acai than granola, but I like having granola with every bite. The granola was crunchy. The bananas were perfectly ripe. It was the best acai bowl I've had in awhile. Definitely will be coming back for breakfast soon. read more
They just renovated their shop as of January 14, 2019 and it's much more modern and cleaner! Barista, Kandace always greet you with a smile and make sure all your coffee needs/questions are met. Without them, this shop would be nothing. I used to come here a lot in 2016, but stopped bc the customer service sank with the old employees. Gave it another shot this year of 2019 and I'm glad I did. Their prices have risen since then, but the quality and quantity has also improved. Best time to come is early morning when the coffee is just brewing. You can smell their kona brew from miles away! -- I ordered their açaí bowl ($9.50 + tax). HPU & Argosy University students get discounts, just ask at the register! read more
After trying the Honolulu Coffee in Ala Moana, I decided it was time try one of their other stores. Since I work close to the one on Bishop Street, I decided to go there. I ordered a dry cappuccino. It was pretty good, however for $5.50 I'm not sure it was totally worth it. Also on the menu they only had one size listed, but they actually have a couple different sizes. They should really look at updating their menu so customers are not confused. All in all okay coffee but there are better places near by. read more
The staff are so friendly! My boyfriend and I got coffee, and the coconut macaroon and a chocolate macaron. The macaroon were a bit more firm because I think they were in the fridge for the day before. The Latte was rich and the latte art was cute. I got regular Kona coffee with whipped cream on top. Their whip cream was fresh and wasn't over whelming sweet. We will be back for more coffee for sure! read more
5 years ago
6 years ago
The latte I got was so fancy, and tasty too. The bishop location is so convenient from work and so much better than the big place around the corner. It looked like they were spraying everything down when a table cleared out, just a little peace of mind in these weird times read more
Their açaí bowl is refreshing but for the price i was expecting strawberries or blueberries in it. Total plus tax came out to $10.74. I asked them if they offer a stamp card but they said the stamp card is only valid for drinks and they are working on getting a stamp card for açaí. read more
14 years ago
Been coming here for a little over 2 years now. Mon-Thurs, HCC usually has 2 types of coffee available for its patrons, a Kona Blend and Lava Roast, and on Friday, a Peaberry. It's employees always have a smile on their faces and are quick to serve. If you get there early enough, they give a complimentary Star Advertiser with any purchase. read more
7 years ago
The best coffee shop in downtown. The baristas are so friendly and the coffee is excellent. I come here for my morning coffee everyday. Im not sure about the other reviews saying they didnt recieve good customer, but these girls always have a smile on their face and always bouncing around with joy even early in the morning. The whole crew is differnt from a couple years ago but i think these gals were way more friendly. There is still 1 barista name candice who has been working here for a long time and she is absolutely the best. She takes the time out to ask me how my weekend went or how my family are. Same goes for the other 2 ladies there. My latte had beautiful latte art of a heart and was delicious. Also the mango bread is out of this world! read more
10 years ago
They fail on acai bowls. Supposedly the strawberries and blueberries are blended in with the acai so you get a gigantic blob of purple that fills up the entire bowl. Then they slice a whole banana with the lightest sprinkle of granola. The honey was a little dab on top that mostly stick to the cover and non-existent in the bowl. All this for close to $8 - never again. UPDATE: Someone asked what I expect out of an acai bowl - Stir-it-up does great ones, organic acai and they layer all the goodness with fresh fruit, granola and honey. read more
7 years ago
Lovely little coffee shop! Its location is perfect for a quick and well-made coffee before or after work, or if you are just in the city. They have many unique flavors and the staff are very friendly and helpful with giving good recommendations. Their prices are reasonable and the quality of their beverages and pastries are exceptional. On top of all of its goodness, they are environmentally friendly! They are giving out free reusable straws in an effort to reduce the amount of plastic straws used daily. Overall a wonderful coffee shop, I would definitely recommend going. read more
10 years ago
Great place for your coffee fix! Their coffee is strong and great flavor! I tried their macadamia nut milk iced latte special today and that was pretty good! It came with 2 shots of Espresso I believe. That was just what I needed to wake me up! This place has variety of baked goods too like banana bread and other pastries as well as yummy Macarons! I love the Kona Coffee macaron! They also serve Acai bowls here! I'll try that next time! read more
9 years ago
16 years ago
The macarons are perfect sweet little bites that go so well with the latte! The latte art is fantastic. Something about seeing a little heart on my latte makes my morning brighter! A small latte and macaron runs about $5. Totally worth treating yourself to a little bit of goodness! If you're not a coffee person, they've got a great acai "bowl". It actually comes in a large plastic cup with layers of granola and topped with sliced banana. It's very refreshing but a lot to eat, if you're like me and can't eat too much of the fruity stuff. I haven't tried their other pastries because I'm in love with their macarons. Today however, they were sold out, so I tried a cherry and white chocolate scone. I'm not a scone person, or a white chocolate person but this was pretty good! Slightly sweet/tart cherry went well with the white chocolate. Almost a piece of chocolate and/or cherry in every bite. They've also got stamp cards! GREAT place. read more
3 stars because this place is a coffee roasting company but the beans weren't fresh at all. June 6th was the most recent roasting date I could find. The line was short. The barista was helpful. The smell was inviting but the coffee taste was less than expected. I got a bag of beans to see if what they were using was fresher. It must be. The cup I made at home was more drab and flat than at the shop. If you're in the area and want a cup of coffee this place is good. Just don't expect to recreate the drink with their own product. read more
13 years ago
Friendly, busy environment with pretty good coffee. Parking is difficult, so take a walk here and enjoy the friendly staff, nice ambiance and coffee. It's a great place to people watch as they have large, open windows. We thought this place was better than Starbucks. Thanks Honolulu Coffee Co! read more
6 years ago
I've been visiting Honolulu Coffee at Bishop Square ever since it opened. It always lifts my mood to go there. It's a happy place with great customer service. Alexia and Kyla have my order ready almost the minute I walk through the door! I like their selection of music, too, and it's never too loud. Do yourself a favor and visit Honolulu Coffee! read more
10 years ago
I had to go for a appointment in town and had a time to get some coffee. I went to the bishop square location and ordered a quad expresso on ice and asked for a larger cup, and was told by the manager who was making my drink that I can not have a lager cup !!! I want more ice and room for some cream is why the smaller cup just doesn't seem to be best for me. I have been going to Honolulu coffee for around fifteen years or more and remember the original owners who made aloha & coffee go hand in hand. I usually have six or eight shots but was unable to drink the usual, so I got the four shot. I will not recommend and go back to this location & maybe this coffee shop again !!! read more
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