Such a beautiful place ! Excellent service delicious food. very clean and beautiful seating. many options! My first time here and I will be coming back. Love it read more

What a cute place! Such friendly owners and cute atmosphere. The mochi ube balls were AMAZING and the Pua Powder latte phenomenal.

My friend told me to check this place out in Wailua because it's a local owned business. Brah you know me when it comes to supporting local, I'm dea! Plenty parking and real plantation vibe. Well hell it's smack in the middle of a plantation village. When come here it's like you're home. Home meaning Hawaii country easy living no rat race take it easy chilling home. I already ate lunch but I wanted to try their coffee. We were greeted by a beautiful friendly young lady who took our order. Then my wife saw it, the famous Ube mochi donut holes!! It was great with my coffee. This place sells Okazuya!! Can you believe it. A lot of older Okazuya restaurants in Hawaii are shutting down. It's hard to find them now in your area. So be hungry when you visit Nani's. Lastly, pick up their shirt, it has a great marketing line. IYKYK Maybe gotta explain to tourists lol. read more

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Preface: All "local" food has its origins in the plantation era. People from specific regions of Japan, China, the Philippines and Portugal "settled" in specific plantation villages. The blending of flavors created each plantation region's preferential taste. Broadly, teriyaki is sweet in Hilo, sweeter and bolder in Kona, saltier with pronounced soy on Maui, uses more sake and ginger on Oahu and a variant that seems to have originated in the Wailua plantation village that is straight up meat candy. Why is this important? Nani's Cafe's food is just too sweet, too ginger forward, too different. It doesn't mean it's bad, it's just not what I'm used to nor my preference. That said, this family run okazyua / bento spot is worth the visit. Super friendly local service and lots of enthusiastic people waiting to get their grindz on. Who doesn't want a still warm, nicely breaded and fried bone in pork chop as one of the choices or a very unique mashed purple sweet potato / celery salad. Teriyaki items (miso chicken, kalbi beef) as previously mentioned are very sweet. As is the chow fun that must use the teri marinade as seasoning. All are however well cooked. Very good but sweet cone sushi. The only big miss, the mochiko chicken which is extremely bitter (too much ginger). Tip: For the best value, opt for the premade bentos. Ordering ala carte okazuya style cost more for the same thing. Don't regret the experience but the flavors are not for me. That said, the food is properly made with care so maybe it's for you. read more

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I was not super impressed. Service was great the staff were really kind and friendly and that usually makes the experience a good one. My review is based on our Matcha drinks and it was just mid. It was not bad, we have just had better. Probably because we are looking for more of the matcha flavor and less of the sweetness. If we find ourselves back on that side of the island, we will see it they can make it less sweet. Aside from that my husband ordered food and was satisfied with his chow fun, hot dog, and ulu corned beef hash. read more

Opened since July 2025, very welcoming as soon as you enter this okazu- ya type ordering with coffee and refreshments available. Three of us each ordered our own bento so we could let our eyeballs select what our tummies might want since they have a variety of offerings in plain view. I handed the pretty young female my card for all 3 of us and asked if I could take her photo for Yelp. I asked her if it's a family business. She said her mom and the other young male employee's aunty are owners. We are taking our bentos home to eat lunch with fur Bebe. The food looks great behind the counter. A lot to decide on. I liked my Teri beef slice and hash the most. The namasu looked fresh and colorful with a vinegary twang but no crispy texture. The nishime had some slivers of gobo but I didn't notice konbu knots and needed more color, taste. Doc said if it's good it can be on our North Shore go to rotation. Very close to Island-X. read more

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Stopped here specifically for the ube mochi holes. The bowl was empty when we arrived, but a fresh batch was brought out when we asked about them. $2.50 per order - comes with 3 but aunty threw an extra one in for us. Loved that they were piping hot and good texture. Maybe a bit sweet since they're rolled in sugar, but still good. read more

Nani’s Cafe - Ube mochi holes - Cafes Near Me - Waialua, Hawaii

I really enjoyed trying all of the vegetarian Hawaiian foods. Very impressed with all the different options and vegetarian choices available. The ube potato salad and macaroni salad were my favorites, but I also liked the noodles and tofu. Service was great, and the lady working was excited to give me her vegetarian recommendations. I liked the cafeteria style service here, and we were able to make it a quick stop between activities. read more

Nani’s Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Waialua, Hawaii

The cutest little cafe in Waialua! Their prices are very reasonable and the staff is friendly. Their drinks are amazing, as are the mochi donut holes. We stopped in mid-morning so while they had the bentos and plates to put together of your choosing out and ready, it wasn't quite lunch time for our bellies. But I will definitely be back to try their lunch assortment as it looked delicious and fresh! A hidden gem across from the Waialua feed store. read more

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Such a cute spot! Such a welcoming and friendly staff. We went around 10 AM and the parking lot was pretty full already because there are other businesses in the area. We made our own bento, got 1 AAA threat bento from the menu and the Keiki bento, spam musubis, 2 coffees, some ube donut holes and a yogurt parfait. All so good! We moved to waialua almost a year ago and have been wanting to come by and finally made it. Will definitely be here more often as it's just down the road from us. read more

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This is my fav coffee shop on the North Shore! The seating area is cute & cozy, service is always warm and welcoming, and coffee & food are always consistent and fire :) shoutout to Micah and Wehi for fueling my caffeine addiction yall have to come here when visiting Waialua, you won't regret it! read more

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Great service! My fave is the Kalbi Kim Chee burger and seasoned fries. It's nice and relaxing to enjoy our meal on the patio.

Food is sooooo good and clean tasting! The guava matcha is the best I've ever had and the service, TOP TIER!! The owner helped us with our order and she was just the sweetest and the most welcoming! Theeeeee best service and vibes!! read more

Nice little bentos that are easy to grab and go enjoy on the beach. Latte was really good, especially when paired with these ube donut holes; honestly some of the best donut holes I've ever had. Slightly crispy in the outside with a soft semi-chewy center. Worth a visit! read more

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We were on the North Shore and found ourselves in the mood for okazuya. A quick Yelp search led us to Nani's Café in Waialua, so we decided to check it out. The café itself is small and cute, with a very local, family-run feel. The daughters were working the front when we visited, which gave the place a warm, welcoming vibe that always adds to the experience. We picked up a mix of classic okazuya items: chow fun noodles, two slices of kalbi tofu, one corned beef ʻulu hash, two fish patties, and two cone sushi. Our total came out to $27, including a cup of coffee. I'll admit there was a bit of sticker shock, especially for okazuya, but I also give them credit for trying--running a small, family-owned spot on the North Shore isn't easy, and it's clear there's heart behind what they're doing. If you're in Waialua and craving okazuya with a local, family-style touch, Nani's Café is worth checking out. read more

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Cute little cafe in the Waialua shopping center. When you walk in there is an array of food to choose from. Everything looked Ono! I'll have to try some next time. I did grab a cold brew with an add shot $8 and a lemon, lavender cookie. I like my cold brew strong and it was delicious! The cookie was huge and delicious. There is an outdoor seating area with about 5 tables. read more

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The absolute best place. Staff was extremely friendly, gave great recommendations, and the food and treats were delicious. I'm visiting from out of the area, and couldn't have asked for a better place. You won't be disappointed!! read more

Coffee was strong! Service was quick and friendly. And the food was made with care. I have to come back cause the burgers smelled so good. The outdoor area was perfect. So happy Waialua has this cafe read more

The food was really good. We tried a few things. The Kalbi-kimchi burger was really good. We had a bento, with chow fun, Kalbi, mochiko chicken. Marissa was good at explaining things. We got Green River slushee to drink. The place is nice and clean. There are a few tables outside. We agree. Will mos def go back there again. read more

Nani’s Cafe - Green River slushy - Cafes Near Me - Waialua, Hawaii

Great service and amazing options. Good sizes and worth the price . Yummy drink options too! read more

Nani’s Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Waialua, Hawaii

So yummy !!! One of my fav spots in north shore. It's clean, healthy, and local. It's always quick and convenient too. read more

Nani’s Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Waialua, Hawaii

This past Saturday I had a chance to visit Nani's in Waialua. I had a pleasant surprise and met the owner and staff of the only Okazuya on the North shore of Oahu. I got there early and saw all the different dishes. Wasn't sure what to order so I took two Bentos (AAA Threat and Oceans) along with sweet potato salad, mac salad and Gobo. My favorite was the Ube Kalo Mochi holes, so Ono! Make sure to grab a bunch, Food was tasty and service was excellent, I'll be back to try more dishes in the future. read more

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Wonderful little gem in Waialua. Got to meet the owners who were both so friendly and made us feel at home. There is so much to choose from and I liked the fact that they had their own take of okazu items. Chow fun was not oily and had a good flavor. Both corned beef and ube hash were good. The fish patty had a nice flavor. My friend enjoyed her pork chop. The mochiko chicken was overdone and lacked flavor. The gobo was salty for my taste buds. Cone sushi had the right amount of sour and sweet. Lemon cookie was the perfect amount of tart with a shortbread texture. The ube mochi donuts were the right amount of chew and not greasy at all. I had a drip and my friend an americano and both were the perfect hit of caffeine. Will definitely go back to Nani's and recommend it to anyone headed out that way. read more

I got the kale salad and scoop sweet potato salad with a hamburger. Excellent. Just the right amount of lunch and oh so tasty. The price was right too. Service was friendly Aloha spirit prevalent and felt at home! read more

Super cute, clean & friendly local spot! My kids love the Ube doughnut holes & I love the corned beef ulu hash!!

10/10 would recommend. Every single thing we got was just a tastebuds paradise. I loveeeee the variety and selections. It's a little taste of everything. The prices are beyond affordable and the atmosphere is so friendly and welcoming. I also really appreciate the cleanliness and presentation of all the food. You can tell there's love made in every ounce of Nani's! read more

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Will definitely recommend this cute local café in Waialua. We ordered bento styled veggie items ranging from sushi to patties to noodles. The food tasted great! Will come back for more! read more

I loved everything we got from Nani's. I didn't know what to expect because my friend suggested it after seeing an ig video. It had the classic okazuya stuff like patties, chow fun, hot dog but also had healthier cleaner options and flavors. The chow fun somehow did not have the usual drenched in oil feel but tasted like regular chow fun. The kale salad, gobo and namasu were sooooo good! Pork chop 10/10! I am a patty girl and the ulu patty was amazing. I wish we got two. I also want to try to fish one. I was regretting not getting one on the drive back to town. The potato Mac is definitely going to be a two scoop pick next time. The girl working recommended the miso chicken. It was tender and flavorful. It was what you wish your chicken turned out like but never does. Everyone working was all smiles, and the line didn't seem to stop. Fast and friendly. I cannot wait to come back read more

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I have been three times (lunch twice and breakfast) and both times just as stoked! First off, when you walk in the glass door, each time I have always immediately greeted warmly by the friendly and helpful staff. There are premade bentos and musubis on the counter, but if you'd like to personalize your own bentos you can pick and choose what you'd like. My husband and I tried the musubi, chow fun noodles, ulu/pork hash, breaded pork chop, sweet potato salad & shoyu hot dog. All of it was delicious, and just as amazing as you'd want from a homemade, okazu vibe! They had a variety of other great options, both meat and vegetarian options!! We got iced cold brews and they were perfection! The time we went in the morning, we grabbed more bomb cold brews and got to try a variety of their amazing baked treats! We tried the guava and almond danishes, as well as the ube (sweet potato) doughnut holes. The danishes are small so you definitely need more than one but really yummy flavors, guava not too sweet! The doughnut holes have a mild flavor but made with mochi flour so it has that great texture, and they have a sweet outer layer. If you'd just like coffee and pastries, there is a to-go window. If you'd like another quick treat to go they have a great refrigerator by the register with grab-n-go breakfast items (chia seed pudding etc) and yummy salads for lunch (or dinner!) All in all, this is a perfect spot for breakfast or lunch, on the way to the beach or a hike...avoiding the hustle and bustle of Haleiwa! Congratulations to all and can't wait to visit again soon!! read more

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The bento food is incredible! This haole has never had bento like this!! (usually too greasy) NOT greasy at Nani's. I had pork chop, miso chicken, chow fun, rice, the best sweet potato ever!...and espresso coffee. Local food made the way local food SHOULD BE MADE!!! I forgot food photos so will get some and post again soon!! read more

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Ono Grinds 5 stars Great Service N Workers A lot of Choices plus they got Salads and Coffee bar Green River drink . Definitely going back. No need travel far for Okazuya now happy Country Boi . Plus de Get one Nice Sitting area Outside read more

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Perfect mix of a coffee shop, made to order items and not to forget the super fresh take on build your own bento box! Nani's really stepped it up and re-imagined what a healthy okazuya should be. Highly recommend! read more

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Everything is sooo Ono! Dishes from back on the day! This place was so needed. Great location as well and the view from the lanaiof Mt. Ka'ala is so beautiful. Great job Kanani! read more

The best coffee and yummy healthy food! Great friendly service. So happy this place opened.

Nani's cafe is cute and cozy and has a lovely outdoor seating area. The staff is so sweet and friendly. We got the fish patty, the hash patty, chow fun, kalbi tofu, mochiko chicken, kale, and gobo. Overall the food was delicious I would definitely go back for the hash patty and the fish patty. The tofu had good flavor, but was a bit salty and I wish the gobo had a little less carrot in it. The chow fun was delicious and the most flavorful chowfun i've had from an okazuya. The mochiko chicken, while yummy, I do think for the size of the piece of chicken it was a bit pricey. Overall the food was very good and the service was lovely. I really appreciate how many vegetarian options they have as well as meat options. It's rare to find an okazuya with such an emphasis on creating good food while also maintaining clean cooking and eating. As far as price goes, I do think while yummy, for the amount of food we got, it was a bit pricey. I'm happy Waialua has an okazuya for everyone to enjoy! read more

It's been a long time since I've visited a business like Nani's. From the vibe and ambience, customer service, personal interaction down to the really good food, you can tell there is a lot of thought, detailed care and passion and hard work. There's nothing like a the friendly environment where you can tell everyone is working hard to create an overall great experience for their customers. We need more businesses like Nani's here. The mochiko chicken, kale salad, Mac salad (I never like Mac salad), ulu hash and everything else I've tried is really good! I can't remember the last time I visited a place that checked all the boxes like Nani's does. I'd post a picture of my meal but I already ate it! read more

I found out about this place from Amanda and Felix the foodies with a you tube channel. The service here is wonderful and the staff are very friendly and patient. I took a while to order as I was busy looking at the wide range of food behind the showcase. I finally decided on a bento with hash, hamburger patty and mochiko chicken. Everything was old school delish. The best item i tasted was the ube mash and the corned beef hash. Both were flavorful. I'll be back for more. read more

I went to Nani's for the first time today to get a latte and it did not disappoint. The latte was strong in the best way and so good I wanted seconds. The service was excellent, the outdoor space is so nice- fresh flowers and plenty of cute tables in a shaded area. Can't wait to go back again for more coffee and to try the food. So glad to have another great local place in Waialua. read more

Food was Ono!! Service was great!! Loved the ambiance!! So simple and homey! I loved the fruit yogurt parfait!! Definetly will be going back for our Okazuya fix!! read more

Had the chow fun, namasu, miso chicken, tuna patty and mac salad. The overall taste was just delicious. Flavors were just right. Not like your usual "okazu ya". Not a fan of the mac salad. read more