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    Pai Cafe

    4.7 (213 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    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

    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.

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    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!!

    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!

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    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.

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    Lisa W.

    First time here and had the pitaya bowl. So delicious and the fruits are fresh. I'll need to try the scones another time.

    Honey Cinnamon Latte
    Devonte J.

    One of if not the best coffee shops on the island! The honey cinnamon latte is incredible and perfectly balanced every time. The staff are always super kind and attentive plus they make your coffee super fast! Very chill little shop with a good amount of seating and an absolute must try if you like flavorful lattes.

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    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!

    Coconut milk iced latte

    We found this place by chance on our morning walk and I'm so happy we did! The staff are exceptionally friendly and seem to know everyone coming in. The service is very fast, but nothing feels rushed. My husband got a hot Italian caramel macchiato and I got an iced coconut milk latte - both were delicious! We enjoyed are drinks in the very cute seating area in the shop.

    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.

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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.

    Acai Bowl

    Stopped by this shop this morning. It seemed that everyone else that came in was a regular which is a great sign. The service was great and the coffee and acai bowl were even better. I got the Hawaiian latte half sweet on recommendation from the barista and the lady behind me in line. The best latte Ive had on the island so far! There are lots of places to choose from in the area but I highly recommend you check them out!

    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.

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    Really great coffee, baked good that come out fresh, and friendly team!the beans a re so good we took some home.

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    This cafe has the best coffee on island and nicest owner and employees :) highly recommend!

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    Had the hawaiian latte. This was one of the better coffee's I've had in our trip to Oahu. Would definitely go out of my way for it again.

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    Tropical Tribe

    4.6(696 reviews)
    1.6 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 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)
    1.0 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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    We sat near the kitchen and we loved the mocktail we tried

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    Island Vintage Coffee - Original Acai Bowl

    Island Vintage Coffee

    4.3(4.1k reviews)
    1.0 miWaikiki
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    "The staff were respectful, and the fresh, natural preparation in front of customers is…read morecommendable." "He mahalo nā limahana, a he mea mahalo ke hoʻomākaukau kūlohelohe i mua o nā mea kūʻai."

    I'm here a lot for work for the past few years but have been coming to the islands for many years…read more I've been a true loyalist to Island Vintage for at least 11yrs at this location. Over the years I've noticed the staff has become so much nicer and welcoming which is what I think of when I think of the Aloha spirit. Today I encountered a simple smile from the barista when I asked for extra half and half. She was very kind and sweet and sometimes that's all it takes. Keep in mind they are extremely busy with a line outside so to still offer good customer service in the middle of all that is gold. I always put my order in through the toast app and pick up to go. By the time my drink is ready my açaí bowl is melted. Today I decided to bring it up to the staff and encountered my lovely Lucille. She took my açaí bowl and put it in her freezer and gave me direction to put a note on my order to not prep the açaí bowl till I get there. That was very helpful! I'm happy not to have açaí soup anymore! Haha! But the best thing about it, she did it with a smile and it was genuine. You know when you just feel someone has a good soul..yeah, I felt that. Her demeanor was no different than how a family member would treat you. When she handed my açaí bowl back, she placed a napkin underneath it so the warmth of my hand wouldn't melt the bowl further...and the cherry on top was that I literally had the absolute BEST açaí bowl I've ever had made by Lucille. No joke! Sometimes there is too much granola, or too little fruit, but she made it with the perfect balance with each ingredient. She spoiled me and now I always want my açaí bowls to be made by Lucille! Lmao. I've been going through some tough times and I hope she knows (along with the taller young barista who offered me the half and half) that they both made my day a little brighter. See you in a couple days when I'm back! lol I swear I spend all my money every month at Island Vintage! The best of the best! I wish I took a photo of her beautiful creation but I got it down way too quick! :( Order the açaí bowl with Haupia cream and the Mona Kea iced coffee with macadamia nut, salted caramel and lava salt. You won't regret it! And you won't have to wait in line if you order from the toast local app if getting it to go! You're welcome:)

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    Aloh Health Bar & Cafe - Mango Bingsoo

    Aloh Health Bar & Cafe

    4.4(272 reviews)
    0.8 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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    Açaí Diamond Head Bowl

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    Goofy Cafe & Dine - Very Berry French Toast

    Goofy Cafe & Dine

    4.1(3.9k reviews)
    1.5 miWaikiki
    $$

    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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    The kitchen.

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    Hawaiian bowl and pineapple mimosa

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