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    Kai Fresh

    4.3 (120 reviews)
    Closed 6:40 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Caroline L.

    Delicious fresh items here and Kona black coffee!! They sell shaved iced, açaí bowls, waffles, and dole whip! There's dole whip specials where you can add toppings like pineapple, coconut flakes, strawberry, etc. Everything is refreshing and moderately priced for being so close to the beach and near the main shops of Waikiki.

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    Saha S.

    I've always been meaning to try this place, and finally did. On two separate occasions, I tried the acai Bowl and the Choco waffle Croissant, and they were both excellent. The acai Bowl was classic so no complaints there. The waffle was nice and flaky just like a croissant. I would definitely recommend anyone looking for a snack to come here.

    Megan O.

    10/10 all around. The waffles and coffee were amazing. The service was amazing. Outdoor seating was cool. We got the strawberry waffle, blueberry waffle, and Hawaiian waffle. All of them were amazingggg. So warm and crispy with fresh fruit and cream cheese filling on top! I also got the iced caramel latte which was delicious! I want to eat this everyday for the rest of my life lol

    Naomi J.

    Permanent outdoor stall with some covered picnic tables. They have four different açaí bowls and we got the aloha bowl (I asked for mine without coconut flakes). I loved the transparency of the pricing, the menu states the 16oz bowls are $13.95 (except the Nutella bowl costs $2 more for the same size). I think the options at the Sunrise Shack are a similar bang for your buck, I'd guess their large is a 20oz for $18, but I didn't see other açaí shops in downtown Waikiki with transparent pricing.

    Waikiki acai bowl no coconut
    Tish P.

    While I did indulge in two açaí bowls from here, it was really because of convenience and mother nature had me craving fruit so bad! The first time, I ordered a regular bowl. I am not a fan of coconut so I asked for extra fruit instead. The açai bowl was pretty good but not the best I've ever had. The second time I ordered the açai bowl with nutella. The nutella açai bowl left a lot to be desired, which was surprising considering how much I love nutella. It also seemed to be lacking enough fruit and I don't know if because I asked for extra previously or this was the normal amount. And even though I'm not a fan of ripe bananas, I didn't remove them either time and it wasn't bad. Now this place was convenient, but the customer service was not that kind. There were two people working the stand every time; I believe the same two people. Neither were friendly; I get it you live in Honolulu daily so you're used to it, but the rest of us are primarily on vacation (particularly in Waikiki) and you own or service a customer facing business. They have a few tables outside, where you can enjoy your order however, since I stayed at the nearby hotel, I just took it back to the room.

    Catherine H.

    Convenient spot for shaved ice, acai bowls, and more if you're staying at the hotel beside it or walking along the street! The shaved ice was a little hard and not as smooth as other spots, but it definitely satisfies your craving! Service was pretty fast though and there's seating outside.

    plain pineapple dole whip
    Lyna N.

    5 rounded down to 4.5. Fast service, reasonable prices, and great dole whip. I ordered two dole whips on a weekday afternoon and they came out almost immediately! I did notice they also had a variety of flavors which is nice. They have self serve utensils and napkins and it's a short walk from the beach. Clean spaces to sit and eat if you like also, it's just tucked away in a small plaza that I can picture getting crowded.

    Waikiki bowl and PB&caramel bowl
    Sapha H.

    During our 6 day trip to Oahu, we came to this spot twice because we liked it so much and it was close to our rental. The acai bowls were so good, one of the best we've had during our trip. Tasted really fresh and came out quickly. The waffles were also tasty. It's a shack style, you walk up to and order then pick up when they call your number. There are a couple of tables and chairs outside available to use.

    karina k.

    Yummy flavors and only $1 for dole whip which is soft serve ice cream and it's a very big serving for $1 do def get it on top. The ice cream was already melting when they gave it to us. But it was tasty. And the shaved ice had some consents milk in it, but the ice was a little jumpy and not soft, so we had to break it down with our forks and spoons to make it slushy. Overall tasted yummy with the fresh fruit like mango and pineapple..

    Açaí Bowl
    Martin H.

    Don't walk too fast, or else you will miss this little hidden gem on the strip of Waikiki. Came here on a whim while coming back from a walk and decided to give them a try. I was not disappointed. Unlike other places around Waikiki, Kai's doesn't skimp out on ingredients. I was shocked to see I got strawberries, blueberries and even bananas. (I know its the small things that count) Because of this, the bowl itself is a bit too sweet. I hope the owners can read this and reduce the sweetness of their açaí to allow the fruit flavors to thrive more. They only serve one size but it definitely can be shared. If you were absolutely hungry you can smash this easily, but if you just want to snack on something with someone you totally can do that here as well. Staff were kind, prompt, and fast. My bowl was done before I could even sit down. Highly recommend looking out for this tiny shack!

    Shaved ice (with popping boba!) and açaí bowl
    Miranda M.

    Delicious shaved ice and açaí bowl! Fast service as well. Reasonably priced. Variety of options and even coffee! A must try when in the Waikiki area :)

    Kenny C.

    Fast beautiful acai bowel. Convent set up to run pick slide card 3 mins or less your bowel in your hands !! Good value.

    Tank G.

    This is neat little shop that is located in an alleyway, right behind the Outrigger Waikīkī Paradise Hotel, just off of Waikiki Beach. They have smoothies, dole whip, shaved ice, juices waffles, croissants and Acai bowls. it is a stand and they have a few tables and chairs, with umbrellas, on the patio located on the side. The people there were friendly and helpful. I ordered a coco mango smoothie. It took them about 5 minutes to prepare. Their prices were reasonable and my smoothie was delicious and made with fresh ingredients. I really liked it. It was also very filling. I would reccoemend cehcing this place out if you are in the mood for some good shaved ice, smoothie and/or bowl.

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    Exactly what I was looking for! Wanted dole whip and this place was great, excellent customer service!

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    rude staff. asked for a splash of milk and ended up having a white drink. i doubt any coffee in it for 10$

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    4.6(695 reviews)
    1.0 miWaikiki
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    The best way I could describe the location of this place is under Subway. Once you see it, you will…read moreunderstand what I mean. Tropical Tribe is amazing. I am sad that this is my third time staying in a hotel so close to it, but the first trip I actual went here. The food is fantastic. I always get the Brazilian base with Power Toppings and an additional scoop of protein powder or the warrior smoothie. The owner, I think?, is the sweetest lady and the other employees are all so helpful. It's a cool little shop tucked in the corner of this building. I can't wait take my wife and kid here when I come back in October.

    Tropical Tribe is a cute hidden gem with tasty eats! It is located on the bottom floor of a little…read moreshopping center. It can be a little tricky to find. It is an order and pick up at the counter eatery. My daughter (an açaí bowl junkie) had read the reviews and really wanted to try an açai bowl so we set out to find it. We visited on a Monday morning for breakfast. The decor is beachy and tropical . The vibe is casual and relaxed. It has a tiny indoor seating area and a few tables outside. We sat outside. We ordered a latte, an açai bowl, and a smoothie. I was bummed that my smoothie could not be customized. The base was premade so I was not able to make any adjustments to it. Our items were ready in a reasonable amount of time. The portion size was a little smaller than we expected. As for taste, the açai bowl was good. The smoothie was a little bland, but at the same time, had a tad too much honey. Service was wonderful. We would visit again.

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    Tropical Tribe - Brazilian bowl with tropical toppings

    Brazilian bowl with tropical toppings

    Tropical Tribe - Tropical Tribe Bowl one topped with bananas/bee pollen and the other with pineapple/coconut

    Tropical Tribe Bowl one topped with bananas/bee pollen and the other with pineapple/coconut

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    Waffle and Berry

    4.9(1.4k reviews)
    0.3 miWaikiki
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    Food was amazing. Got a side of eggs and sausage. We had berries & cream and chocolate chip banana.read more

    I don't know who needs to hear this, but this is the best açaí bowl I have ever had in my life, and…read moreit is not even close. It is also the best thing I have had on my one-week trip to Hawaii. Let me start by saying I visited this place two years ago and made it my mission to come back. Since my group of nine decided to book a trip to Hawaii, this was the first thing I added to the itinerary. And again, it did not disappoint. The service is top tier. The busser saw our large group come in and asked if we wanted to sit at a table we were eyeing, then cleaned it off for us and added extra seating so all of us could fit. The cashier was also very nice, and once your order is ready, the workers explain the toppings bar so you can dress your açaí bowl however you want (coconut flakes, granola, honey, chia seeds, etc.). I got the regular açaí bowl, and again, it is the best açaí bowl I have ever had. The açaí is thick and very rich, and you can tell the blend is real açaí and the berries on top are fresh. The topping bar is a great touch because you can customize it to your liking. It is sweet but not overly sweet or artificial tasting. It also takes a long time to melt, so you can take your time eating it. We also got a couple waffles on the side, and those were good too.

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    Waffle and Berry - We sat near the kitchen and we loved the mocktail we tried

    We sat near the kitchen and we loved the mocktail we tried

    Waffle and Berry - Berries and cream half size waffle

    Berries and cream half size waffle

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    4.4(273 reviews)
    0.2 miWaikiki
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    Coffee and food are fine (4 stars), but the real highlight is their juices, so I'm giving this…read moreplace 5 stars just for the juice! The juices here are really amazing, which says a lot for my partner and me as we typically turn our noses down on them because they taste too healthy and disgusting for us lol. Not this place though. We tried the following: - Blue Hawaii - seasonal special. Gingery and zesty. - ALOH signature - wow, what a delicious and refreshing green juice! Can't believe how healthy and how much vegetables are in it--yet, it doesn't taste "awful" as other green juices I've tried at other places. - Likelike - amazing beet juice. It's a bit sweeter than the other juices, thanks to the beet. - Macadamia latte (hot with oat milk) - oops, I accidentally ordered it with oat milk instead of macadamia milk. By the time I realized my error, it was too late and the drink was in my hand already. Thus, the macadamia flavor wasn't very strong, but it wasn't bad either. - Mahana latte (iced) - great and refreshing, but not as complex as I expected based on the many ingredients listed for this drink. I think the espresso flavor was very strong and cut right through all other ingredients. Some people may delight in that, while others maybe less so. - Basil pesto toast - simple but good and filling. Comes in two pieces, which makes it easy to share with another person.

    Food & Drinks: 5/5 Service: 5/5…read moreAmbiance: 5/5 My hotel was just a few steps from this spot, so naturally I found myself here almost every morning for my matcha and açaí bowl run. Their matcha is really good creamy and not bitter. The acai bowl tasted fresh, and I loved all the ingredients. The only thing I didnt like about were the blueberries, they were consistently sour, so maybe bc it's not in season. Overall, it's a great spot to check out !

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    Aloh Health Bar & Cafe - Interior

    Interior

    Aloh Health Bar & Cafe - Açaí Diamond Head Bowl

    Açaí Diamond Head Bowl

    Aloh Health Bar & Cafe - Açaí Bowl

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    Goofy Cafe & Dine - Very Berry French Toast

    Goofy Cafe & Dine

    4.1(3.9k reviews)
    0.9 miWaikiki
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    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!

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    Goofy Cafe & Dine - The kitchen.

    The kitchen.

    Goofy Cafe & Dine - Hawaiian bowl and pineapple mimosa

    Hawaiian bowl and pineapple mimosa

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