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    Kooks Coffee

    4.6 (29 reviews)
    Open • 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Party Wave
    Hannah W.

    I tried the Party Wave coffee and honestly really liked the flavor. The honey and cinnamon went really well together and gave the coffee a really nice flavor without being too much. The staff was also very nice and friendly. My only issue was the size. The coffee was around $7 and there was only one size option, which I felt was pretty small for the price. I enjoyed the coffee itself, but for what I paid, I was expecting a little more. Overall, it was good coffee and nice service, but I probably wouldn't come back just because of the price and size.

    Outside
    Elyse W.

    Got the Party Wave Latte w/honey and cinnamon, it was a bit too sweet for my liking, but so close to being perfect! Staff was helpful and friendly when I asked them out of all the drinks I was interested in, which was the least sweet. Wasn't sure if I could alter the % sweetness in each drink. Loved that they used local flavors and had lots of syrup combos/selection. Parking is only street parking but there's always a few stalls next to the truck or the park across the street.

    Dawn patrol
    Gladys B.

    Service was good! Didn't have to wait more than 5 minutes, it was a Saturday maybe around 10am Handful of different coffee/lattes Ordered the Dawn patrol: macadamia nut and vanilla! It was good, coffee wasn't too strong or too sweet!

    Birthday Suit Latte
    Kyllie N.

    Best banana bread latte on the island! Workers are always friendly & work super quick. Cute little truck located in Kakaako. Will be back many more times to come!

    Dan A.

    Kooks Coffee has a trailer on the corner of Cooke Street and Halekauwila St. Order from the side of the trailer; pickup from the back. I believe there is shared outdoor seating - at the rear of Kooks' trailer - with Sabrozon's...about four tables. After two visits, I think I should order a basic espresso-based beverage. I got two drinks ( I confess ) based upon their cool names: Dawn Patrol and Loco Mocha. Both are iced beverages and helped to cool me down. Dawn Patrol is made with mac nut and vanilla syrups. The Loco Mocha is a mocha with toasted coconut cold foam. Locally sourced ingredients, i.e. La'ie Vanilla, are used. Both were good, especially on hot ,humid Summer mornings - technically not Summer until the Solstice. There is nearby street and metered street parking...I walked a bit. Hours are from 700 till 200p, Monday thru Saturday; closed on Sunday. I have to stop by when Sabrozon's food truck is open...1100a...because who doesn't like Mexican street food.

    Daniella P.

    I got this seasonal Orange Cream Latte and it was heavenly. The citrus taste paired with the espresso worked perfectly.

    Li Y.

    Good quality coffee drinks, innovative flavors, at reasonable prices, conveniently located .. what's not to like?!? Came across Kooks Coffee after dropping my car off for servicing close by. Walking around the neighborhood and checking out sights up close. Taking the opportunity to meander. Have to say, Can't wait to come back for that "chunky monkey" (that really should be on the menu board!) that Yelper Sonia mentioned in her review. That "Duke" sounds mighty fine also! Today it was just plain black Ice coffee for me (since still in fasting mode) and absolutely loved it. Thankful for the newer (and more convenient) location of Kooks! Even got to discover "that gray food truck" that Irene mentioned in review. Did I mention... love the newer location, which so happens to be right next to my favorite Mexican food @ El Sabrozon on the corner of Cooke and Halekauwila Streets!

    Ubae Watch
    Irene M.

    There's Kooks in Kaka'ako... As I drove up to the Grey Manapua Truck I noticed a familiar cute trailer and it was surprised to see Kooks Coffee parked right beside Sabrozon on the corner of Cooke and Halekuwila Street. Very new as it's been less than a week it's definitely a welcome sight as they open early from 7am though do close early at 2pm but with lots of parking options from street meter to the lot at the building right beside them which also you not be able to see but behind the trucks are nice seating area as well for you to sit and relax with your drinks is quite nice and cozy. What you'll find here are coffee with a twist such as Nanner Bread, Dawn Patrol and yes Kooky Monster which all sounds amazing but it was the Iced Ubae Watch for me today which is their Ube Latte and for an additional +$0.75 subbed it for Almond Milk...you order your drink at the front window and pick up on the side. The staff there is so nice and friendly and if coffee isn't your thing they also have chai and "Rockers" which is a refreshing energy drink using Lotus which is a plant-based flavored drink which is something that I'd like to try on my next visit so check them out as these Kooks makes some serious drinks. Thank you!

    Cutest coffee cart!
    Sonia T.

    After a few visits now, Kooks Coffee Cart has officially become one of my favorite stops during my morning walks. You'll find them right on the corner of Cooke and Halekauwila streets and it's a convenient location to grab a drink to start the day since they are open Monday through Saturday from 7 AM to 2 PM. Every time I've stopped by, the service has been consistently friendly, fast, and always served with a smile. Even when there are a few people ahead, the drinks come out quickly and the team keeps the vibe upbeat and welcoming. Their menu has a great mix of signature lattes and classic coffee drinks, including espresso, cold brew, americanos, and cappuccinos. So far I've had the chance to try a few of their lattes and they have all been delicious. The Duke combines sea salted caramel with a coconut white cap and has a nice balance of sweet and slightly salty flavors. The Dawn Patrol, made with toasted macadamia nut and vanilla, has a smooth flavor that is perfect for a morning coffee. I also really enjoyed the Loco Mocha, which pairs rich mocha with a coconut white cap for a chocolatey drink with a subtle tropical twist. It's hard to choose a favorite because they've all been so good. One drink I'm especially curious to try on my next morning walk is the Nanner Bread, a banana bread latte made with housemade banana milk. Yum! My friend ordered it the last time we visited and added Mocha to make her Nanner Bread latte a Chunky Monkey!

    Nanner Bread
    Kara B.

    Came here on a Saturday morning for the first time. We parked in the small lot by Designer Body. Parking wasn't too bad that morning. We realized that we could do an online order, so we did that just to make our wait less. Once we got there, our order was already ready which was perfect! I ordered the Nanner Bread latte bc Ive been looking for a sweet banana drink that would be similar to a banana latte I had in Vegas. The drink was refreshing. The banana was not as vibrant as I had hoped for and there was some cinnamon taste that overrides the banana. I did like the drink because it wasn't too milky and I could still taste the coffee taste. All in all, I would probably get the drink again, just maybe with some cold foam or extra sweetener.

    Menu 6/6/26
    Mary E.

    Customer service was friendly and quick. Parking is a little difficult. There's a small lot next to the coffee truck but it does fill up. The day we went they had shut down the road due to the Italian food festival. Drinks were good just a little sweet for my preference. I may add an extra shot next time. Their seasonal flavor this month is blueberry. The set up and surrounding area is clean. It's a cute coffee truck. Overall I would recommend.

    The Duke: Sea Salted Caramel with a Toasted Coconut White Cap
    Andrea M.

    This is a new coffee cart in Kakaako near the Sabrazon Mexican truck across Mother Waldron park. They also have a UH campus location. I tried the Duke which is a sea salt caramel coffee with coconut cold foam. Very good! My sister had the banana bread latte, which I tried, and it's also very delicious. The milk on that one cannot be substituted though since they make the banana milk in house, for the rest of the drinks the milk can be substituted. Service was quick and friendly and a nice variety of options, will definitely be back.

    First visit to this location and we will be back!!!
    Jeffrey M.

    Wonderful coffee truck with a variety of locally sourced, housemate syrups! I love the Dawn Patrol, Nanner Bread, and Ube!!! The most difficult part of my day is choosing which coffee I want to drink today! They have their own free parking lot, as well as free street parking and paid street parking if needed. They have a cute sitting area with tables and chair located behind the truck. And they now have an app! I can order ahead and quickly grab my coffee when I can't stick around to visit!

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    I loved the macnut latte. Have unique flavors, would 100% go back and keep trying more!

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    Great service , people were extremely nice! Definitely recommend ! Shorter lines and better coffee than other places

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    Great coffee! Tasty sweet and they ladies were really nice. Service was great! Will definitely will be coming back

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    Amy's Shrimp And Poke Shack - Spicy Garlic Shrimp

    Amy's Shrimp And Poke Shack

    4.5(204 reviews)
    1.8 mi•Waikiki
    •$$

    some mean ass Karen was completely unsympathetic to the fact that the lady working was missing her…read morecoworker and was behind on orders. as soon as he got there they pumped out the orders in record time but this lady still chose to shout at her. the food was fantastic, and for our patience she hooked us up with extra poke and extra shrimp. sometimes being kind goes a long way, and this food was worth the kindness.

    Im a local that doesn't go to this area of Waikīkī due to the lack of parking but I was in this…read morelunch truck area and stopped by for a quick lunch break. The array of lunch trucks are found near the intersection of Ala Moana and Kalākaua Ave. It was my first time to this lunch truck area in Waikiki and I was craving some garlic shrimp. I got the shrimp plate for $19.99, they charged a little more when I used my credit card. At first I was getting impatient since I waited about 20 minutes for my shrimp but it was so worth it! They make the shrimp to order so it's fresh and hot when you get it. The shrimps were a good generous size and fresh and the garlic sauce with the rice was so good! The shrimp plate comes with a green salad. I would say this shrimp shack was one of the best i've tried on island because the shrimps are huge and the garlic butter was so ono! There are seats to sit down in the lunch truck area but many seats are in the hot sun w no shade. If you're lucky you can grab a picnic table with shade. It's worth it so go try it!

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    Amy's Shrimp and Poke Shack!!!

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    Famous Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp Plate

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    Waikiki Garlic Shack

    4.4(158 reviews)
    2.7 mi•Waikiki
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    *This comment is noted for the general seating area and unrelated to the business: The public…read moreseating area for all of the food trucks has roaches around the area. There are the tiniest baby roaches in the crevices of the picnic table due to the buildup of gunk and I saw them crawling around the table and larger ones on the ground which made me gag. Just be cautious if you choose to sit there.* Food 5/5 This is actually the best spicy garlic shrimp I've ever had. We had the "highly rated" North Shore shrimp three years ago and the way they serve it to you isn't very appetizing. However, this shack, chef's kiss. The presentation and the flavor was all there. My partner's platter was half short rib and half garlic shrimp. (Fries/drinks from a different location.) Service 5/5 The staff are friendly and very hardworking. They were very quick to get me a plastic bag when I asked. 100000% coming back.

    I'm hoping tonight was just an off night. I've had this garlic shrimp now 3x. I was so excited to…read morehave garlic shrimp again today but this was not the same spicy garlic shrimp I had the past couple times. This was more chipotle ish with maybe some sort of minced onion than the spicy garlic shrimp I had the past two times. I didn't eat here when it was Angry shrimp because they mixed onion and mushrooms with shrimp or something and I was looking for Garlic shrimp. I have the picture from last weeks garlic shrimp. Last week it tasted like it had fish sauce in it with spices and garlic, etc...tonight it literally tastes like bbq seasoning mixed with chipotle seasoning and chili onion. I'm not writing this review to bash this shrimp truck because I think they are very nice but more so as constructive criticism...to hopefully keep their recipe consistent. People want the flavor of Garlic shrimp without having to go to the north shore. These other seasonings just didn't cut it for me:(

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    Food truck "court" including the angry shrimp!

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    Hula Dog - Sweet bread polish dog

    Hula Dog

    4.3(511 reviews)
    1.4 mi
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    We met the owner and he was so nice! The hot dogs were very good and came out so hot and fresh…read more Would recommend to anyone visiting!

    Visiting this food truck was one of the highlights of our trip. The food was amazing and the owner…read morewas so welcoming that he made us feel special. We were hungry in the morning, so we arrived just after they opened. There was lots of parking. We ordered and while the Poi rolls were cooking we had a chance to chat with the owner Dennis. He described the extra effort that they put into every ingredient. Later after we finished eating, Dennis would bring bowls of freshly cut cantaloupe from a close-by market. It was perfectly ripe and one of the best that I have tasted. That is an example of the Aloha you will feel while visiting. I have been to Hawaii a dozen times and was never a fan of Poi because I never tasted a dish that was prepared properly. We went to a picnic the previous day that had a donut like pasty made with Poi and fresh Poi made at a local restaurant. They were both delicious and this totally changed my opinion. Based on that positive experience I wanted to try the signature Poi dog. We opted for the spicy version. It was so tasty with the matching condiments. If you are a foodie that wants to try something unique, be sure to give it a try. Dennis has a sister location in Waikiki that is managed by his partner Hong Banh-Mi sandwiches are one of my weekly lunch options when at home, so we were excited to plan a visit to Aloha Hot Dog and Banh-Mi for dinner!

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    Strawberry Lemonade and a Poi Dog!

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    Kooks Coffee - coffee - Updated September 2026

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