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    Pai Cafe

    4.7 (223 reviews)
    Closed • 6:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    Fresh baked scone and a honey cinnamon latte. Best way to start the day!
    Mikey H.

    I decided to take a long walk since I didn't go to the gym. I was staying near the entrance to Waikiki. I was going to walk along the Ala Wai, but I decided to go over on the Kapiolani side and walk that way. It is the long way around but when I felt like I needed caffeine, I remembered this small unassuming cafe. Friendly good morning when I walked in. He apologized for the wait, but it gave me time to look at the scones. I ordered their signature Honey Cinnamon latte. This was amazing! Their coffee beans are excellent! I should've asked who their supplier was! Me: Acai or Pitaya? What do you think? He: How about half and half? Lot's of customers ask for this. Sooooooo good! Plus I got to try both. I also had a blueberry scone which was very good! Perfect breakfast to start the day! I sat at a small table in the front. Their dining room is actually a good size even though small. Mahalo Pai! I'll be back again soon!

    Ka'ipo R.

    First timer. Small but nice area to do work as they have outlets and WiFi. I had their espresso and matcha which was tasty, but a tad too sweet. Their chocolate chip salt cookie was pretty good. They welcomed all their patrons, for some reason not me(?) so first impression was okay. A lot of sweet options and drinks. Overall, it's a good place to get a variety of drinks. I'm always on the lookout for homey, decently quiet coffee shops. I'll probably come back to try a different drink.

    Patrick H.

    Love!! Such a sweet little cafe serving up delicious coffee and açaí bowls. Don't miss a piece of their in-house banana bread for an extra treat. Service is friendly and on point. Unexpectedly charming ambiance inside that you might not expect for a "strip center" location. Highly recommended

    Julie U.

    We were in the area and needed coffee and luckily came across Pai Cafe. Although the cafe is small, only about 4 or 5 tables, several were occupied and a couple people were working on laptops so they must have free Wifi. I also spotted a restroom. I ordered the Italian caramel macchiato, hot and it was delicious. I think it would also be good iced. My friend got an Earl Grey iced tea and we both bought scones. I don't remember what I got, but I ate every bit of it. There were lots of paintings on the walls which made it almost like a small gallery. I asked the woman working and she said the artists included the mother of the owner as well as other people they knew. It's a cute coffee shop I'll have to remember in case I want some place new to work from. There's also parking in front!

    Portuguese sausage and scallion (cheese) scone and rose/honey matcha latte
    Jasmine J.

    I've tried their pastries and matcha lattes and I think it's above average. The cafe is quiet and cute, staff are welcoming. I heard great things about their Portuguese sausage, cheese and green onion scones. I tried one and thought it was okay, just not my style. I can see why it's very popular with my friends who live close by and swear by it..I think the portion is small but they do warm it up for you. This is a good place to easily park (free lot) and grab a cup of joe or tea, and buy a pastry. Price points are reasonable. You can also study or work here in the space quite comfortably.

    Acai Bowl
    Garry Y.

    After meal dessert, we ordered an Acai Bowl, good size, neat and clean bowl. We ordered at the front the delivered the bowl in just a few minutes the service was excellent. The store has small tables to dine in and work while eating there. We'll be back to try other treats.

    Hawaiian latte
    Paulin M.

    Adding to my previous review, I had the the Portuguese sausage scone recently and it was so delicious! I recommend this one!

    Açaí bowl
    David H.

    Always gotta stop by pai cafe if I'm in town. Parking is tough and it's a small lot with limited spots, but I promise yall, this place has the best açaí bowls on the island! It just hits different. Doesn't matter if it's sunny or raining outside. It's SO bomb. Also got an earl grey scone this time and hdjakbzhdueien I miss it all already. Go chance em!!

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    Kendra V.

    What a cute little cafe! The baristas were friendly and welcoming and the ambiance was calm. They have a great selection of scones, smoothies, coffee and tea drinks, and some acai bowls. We got the Mana Smoothie, a Soy Honey Cinnamon iced latte, and a Portuguese sausage scone. The smoothie was well balanced and tasty. The Scone had great flavor and a fantastic texture. The coffee was spectacular and best I've had in the Kapahulu area. I will absolutely be back.

    açaí bowl
    Tyler L.

    Fruit was exceptionally fresh. Açaí was perfect consistency and they don't hold back on the portion size. Not too frozen and not too runny. Got the traditions açaí bowl. Plenty of parking in the lot. When you're driving there just keep an eye out for the entrance turning in, it's a little hidden. Had to do a loop around to find it. Service was very good. Atmosphere is very laidback and clean. Highly recommend if you're touring Hawaii to check this place out! You won't regret it!

    Thuy N.

    The coffee is smooth, well balanced, and perfectly made. The smoothies are refreshing, vibrant, and not overly sweet. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, making it a perfect place to start your morning.

    Evan K.

    Their Guava Pitaya smoothie has to be one of the best smoothies I've had even on the mainland! When we arrived to Oahu, we went to Ono and stumbled across Pai Cafe and it was so good. I got the Blueberry Acai and my girlfriend got the Guava Pitaya. Both were very good but the Guava Pitaya was so refreshing and delicious. I don't know what's so magical about this smoothie but we are still talking about it post-Oahu. Parking is a bit limited and there's a little bit of seating inside with chairs outside. I would recommend this cafe and don't get any other smoothie besides their Guava Pitaya.

    This is my go to coffee place! It's just outside of Waikiki on Kapahulu Avenue! The owners are amazing and they take pride in everything they do. The coffee shop is always clean, smells amazing and welcoming for anyone that wants to grab a quick bite, some really good coffee or to talk stories on one of their tables. It's nice to meet up with friends here and get hydrated and caffeinated while catching up before the drive home or to work! Highly recommend their hot mocha!

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    Great coffee and friendly staff. The scones were so moist! They seemed to have a lot of regulars so you know this is the place to be.

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