Peace Café has been my go-to for years and truly remains one of the best vegan spots on Oʻahu. The variety is incredible -- sandwiches, wraps, noodles, smoothies, plates, soups, and specialty drinks. One of my longtime favorites is their Yuzu Lemonade, but I think the new Aloha Energy Drink may have officially taken the top spot. It has medical-grade beet powder, natural caffeine from guarana, ginseng, and maca -- and you genuinely feel the aloha and the power. Today I ordered the spicy Yakisoba, and the noodles had the perfect bite and mouthfeel. The salad was fresh and crisp, and while I personally could handle quite a bit more spice, I appreciate that they balance the heat so it's enjoyable and approachable for everyone without overpowering the dish. Beyond the food, the atmosphere is always welcoming. The chef is consistently friendly, the staff is kind, and the restaurant is always clean. It's such a great feeling being able to eat somewhere with confidence knowing they're using fresh, clean ingredients. Highly recommend SYOY! Deb B read more

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They have really good food and I like the shop but, their customer service needs improvement. The last couple times I went there they messed up!! Today I went to pick up my online order and then the young cashier lady gave my order to the guy in front of me who was waiting for his order. She didn't check correctly if it was really his order, so he took it and left. When they realized what happened, they rushed to make my order again. She tried to pretend that she didn't know what happened. Hello, I was there watching what happened the whole time!!! No sorry, "just please wait...." I had to wait another 20-30 minutes for my food to be made. I asked them what happened and the owner or manager just said "we made a mistake...." Smh!! They should have given me something for compensation... The other time I went there over a year ago a different cashier lady forgot something in my order and I had to go back and get my missing item... smh!!! The time before that a cashier didn't know how to do basic math and gave me back my change when I gave her change so I could get a dollar bill back...... smh!!!! I don't know why they keep making mistakes or can't do simple things when I go there. I'm very patient and easy going on person, but I won't be going back for a while.... So sad cuz, I really like their food and they are nice people. read more

Peace Café - Katsu plate is soooo good!!! (Be careful holding your plate so the sauce won't leak.... ) - Vegan Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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TOFU KATSU CURRY!!! TOFU KATSU CURRY!!! TOFU KATSU CURRY!!! Probably the best vegetarian gem on the island. And you have to get ...you guessed it... the tofu katsu curry. Super friendly staff and cute decor. Not a lot of seating space but well worth the visit. Parking is just metered in the front. read more

Peace Café - Tofu katsu curry - Vegan Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Tomo is the best! Always genki and making such delicious food. You can feel the love and care put into the dishes! Friendly service and cute cozy cafe. One of our go-to places here read more

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I got the tofu katsu curry and they gave me extra potato katsu for free since I paid more than $10. The potato katsu tasted like beer, so I wasn't a fan. The rest of my meal was fine, but the katsu wasn't fried enough so it wasn't crispy and everything else was okay. I expected better, especially with such a long walk commute each way. They also use AI artwork for specials (especially sweets), and don't seem to be familiar with allergens. The sweets they do have are frozen, and a lady at the table next to me tried to eat them but they were too frozen to eat. I don't think I'll come back. read more

Peace Café - Vegan Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Peace Cafe serves up well-balanced meals with a macrobiotic sort of slant, featuring otherwise obscure flavors like matcha and kinako to create vegan treats found no where else. Speaking of which, the Iced Matcha Latte is an absolute must for any hot day, which is pretty much every day on the island. Lightly sweetened just to cut the bitter edge of the powdered green tea, soy milk lends body to the beverage, making it both refreshing and wholly satisfying. If only I had ventured out to this part of town sooner, I'm certain I would have found many excuses to return for a second and third refill. Mochi brownies displayed alluringly on the counter did look like an awfully attractive lunch option, but the savory dishes are worth holding out for. Before ever setting foot in the shop, I already knew that I wanted the Heart and Seoul entree: Inspired by Korean bibimbap, a power plate of greens, both raw and cooked, bean sprouts, shredded carrots, and either fresh tofu or TVP over a bed of brown rice. Ever indecisive, I stood there hemming and hawing at the counter, until the cashier helpfully broke my strained silence. "I could get you a little bit of both, too- How about that?" she asked sweetly. Yes, please; I felt like I really could have it all in that moment. Both were utterly delightful, but being the tofu-lover that I am, I would spring for a full portion of only that silky-soft bean curd next time. Topped off with a healthy dollop of very mild gochujang to mix and mash at will, the diner has the freedom to mix in as much of that salty paste as their heart desires. Naturally, I devoured every last smudge. read more

I came here on a Saturday night. It wasn't too busy. I was able to order my food and find a seat with no issues. Food: I ordered the katsu plate with half tofu katsu and half tempeh katsu. I had not been here before so I wanted to try both. The portion was pretty good.Both katsus were delicious. I don't think I had a preference over either of them! The breading was also pretty good. The katsu sauce was delicious. Service: Service was quick and easy. You order at the counter, and they bring the food to your table. Food didn't take too long to arrive. TL;DR - I will definitely be back when I'm in the area! read more

Peace Café - Katsu Plate - Vegan Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Peace Café has come a long way and stayed true to their mission. The manager, Miho, strives to provide great quality ingredients, no GMO, no MSG, and always 100% vegan/plantbase products to serve to their customers. The each dish has great flavor and an innovative way to make plantbase great tasting. My favorite and my recommendation is the tempah katsu curry! Bold, flavorful, and creative. This delicious dish is my top choice on their menu. If people are looking for more of a gut healthy dish, I was recommended Moroccan Stew. Simple and delicious! The interior has a fun and welcome vibe to enjoy the food, the atmosphere, and your day. You'll truly be at peace. Friendly staff and plenty of street parking. Peace Café you've earned your final star! Thank you for your hard work to providing GREAT meals for the community to enjoy!! read more

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Parking: street parking Service: counter service Ambiance: comfortable seating with causal interior Food: all vegetarian and vegan options. would recommend the tempeh/tofu curry and yakisoba. would recommend for anyone trying to find a nice veg based meal! read more

Peace Café - Katsu Curry Yakisoba Fried Noodles - Vegan Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

The food was so fresh! We left feeling nourished and full. Portions are great size. The sesame latte is very unique and worth a try. Coffee lovers add espresso. The service was friendly and fast. I love the vibe of the place. Very wholesome. I felt like I was at a friend's place. read more

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Fresh veggies with yummy flavors and decent portions. THEY DONT USE MSG OR SUGAR (just maple or agave). Not many places prioritize health AND taste nowadays, but they pull it off. Their tempeh katsu is better than the tofu katsu because it's not as bready as the tofu katsu. I love how colorful their plates are with such a variety of sides. read more

Peace Café - Mung bean noodle salad - Vegan Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Drove by million times so wanted to give it a try. Small quaint place with 4 tables, very charming. We were greeted by a very friendly person whom explained the menu and took our order. Within minutes our food arrived. I was delighted and surprised to see the vibrant colors on my plate. Katsu was Hot, crispy and the sauce was amazing. Vegetables were very fresh and crisp. My guest liked the poke too! Very healthy and tasty vegan meal. Will be back to try other items in the menu. read more

Peace Café - Katsu Plate - Vegan Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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We had this vegan cafe bookmarked and were finally able to stop by today for lunch. Got their famous Katsu curry plate and an Avo-veggie sandwich both of which were great. The portions are also huuugeee and totally reflect their prices. Although we did want to try some desserts, we were stuffed from just the two entrees and had to skip it. Maybe we'll be back before our trip ends just for that ;) I also have to mention that all ingredients tasted fresh and delicious.. I'd totally recommend this place to all vegetarians/vegans to try out. read more

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I always feel so nourished and light after eating here! Went in a group and everything was quite tasty, but I was particularly enamored with their very crispy tofu katsu served with Japanese style curry- so good! The bibimbap style bowl was solid but felt less spectacular than the other options. They also have yummy smoothies and some desserts as well, like raw vegan cheesecake :) read more

Peace Café - Bibimbap bowl - Vegan Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Finding peace... Love this cute and cozy spot right in Moili'ili as this vegan restaurants supports many specific types and having allergies myself knowing that is comforting and who doesn't want to have a meal without worries. Nothing is healthier than home cooked but when you're tired and just want to be take care of this place does offer many options from vegan, gluten free, soy free and even some sugar free desserts. Located right on South King Street right beside the Old Stadium Park they do have some parking shared with neighbor Chiang Mai though I was lucky enough to find street metered parking right in front. Waling into this cozy spot which is very small yet does provide a decent amount of seating from a large picnic table with a few smaller tables the decor with painted tree is very earthy green is quite crafty and cute which I do love making it unique in it's own way just like their menu items which has a lot going on with pics at the register of inure, mapo katsu. The single staff handling it all was very sweet and helpful as I was indecisive between Yakisoba and Noodle Salad and was told that those were favorite as well...hmmm so it was the salad because I love the various toppings it came with and it sure does! All packed tightly on top of the noodles which is thick and chewy cooked and cooled perfectly I loved it all the hijiki, carrots, red cabbage, moyashi, slice of tomato gave it the rainbow effect. You're able to order your sauce mild or spicy and spicy was just the right amount of heat that I love and ate it all up as my belly had found some peace. Thank you! read more

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I saw my boss eating something from Peace Cafe at work one day and it looked super good so I had to go try! Honestly, I was very impressed. ***What I ordered ~ **Katsu Curry Tempeh (10/10) ~ This one is a MUST. Loved how crispy the tempeh was and if you dip it with the curry it gave it a nice spice! The rice they provided was this purple rice and it was nice and fluffy! Honestly, this comes pretty close to a Katsu Curry. I would totally get this again. **Moroccan Stew (8/10) ~ The stew kind of reminds me of a sweeter beef stew! Loved that the chick peas absorbs the stew flavor so every bite you get tastes like the stew. I wish I ordered a side of something with it! It's missing a "meat" component to it. But honestly really good! Overall, I would TOTALLY come back again. I really want to try their other dishes. But so far, totally in love with the tempeh Katsu Curry! read more

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This is a fabulous place that we visit time and again. Today we had the Heart & Seoul (Korean BiBimBop) plate with their freshly, homemade tofu. The plate is colorful with lots of vegetables and spiced just right. The staff are amazing, professional and friendly. read more

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This place is awesome! I am pescatarian, but always appreciate vegan food and this one is phenomal. I've ordered the katsu curry and teriyaki tofu as well as the pancake breakfast. The katsu curry protein is a bit tough, but that is my only complaint about my experiences here. Curry sauce is delicious and I'm obsessed with the teriyaki tofu. Fresh veggies on the side complete the dish. The pancakes were a masterful construction, both fluffy and dense, served with syrup and vegan butter. Tofu scramble was better than most standard eggs I eat and I could not believe how similar the vegan spam was to the real deal (coming to Hawai'i and not being able to stuff my face with musubis has been so tough). I picked up one of my orders and the interior is very cute! Will continue ordering every time I find myself in HNL. read more

Outside of the prices for what would be understandably high quality ingredients this place is an easy always stop if you're craving plant based food. They're one of the few places on island that make vegan food fun that isn't at home and continue to refine speed and give heaping portions. I miss when they were sub 20 bucks but understand inflation hit everyone like a bus. My favorites are the katsu plate, the smoothies which change every so often since I left the rock and the lattes like today I had a mulberry that while not as berry flavored as I thought was clean and super refreshing on a day like today. Again a solid spot that's an easy treat me day if you got the change. read more

Peace Cafe was on my list of bookmarks ahead of my trip to Hawaii as a vegetarian. I tried the Hanoi sandwich and a smoothie and both were delicious. The mini size of the sandwhich was already a generous serving and kept me full. They don't skimp out though and the sandwich is packed with yummy veggies and peanut sauce. This was a cute tiny cafe with friendly workers. Parking was difficult to find though, and there was a drunk homeless man that kept entering the cafe and harassing a man waiting outside for his order. The owners repeatedly had to chase him out. That of course is out of their control, but overall I had a great visit to the Peace Cafe. :) read more

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Came here by chance while walking from the thrift store across the street wanting a cool drink on the way home. Ended up in an engaging conversation with the employee, they made me feel very welcome as I was feeling anxious that day. I saw someone eating this dish and it looked so beautiful i ended up ordering food also. It was the BEST VEGAN FOOD I've ever had and I was vegan for six years. might have won me back. The flavors were so rich, you could feel that the food is made with love which is so important to me when eating out. read more

Peace Café - Vegan Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Such tasty vegetarian food. A must try, coming from someone who is not a vegetarian. Ambiance was cozy and service was great.

They have lots of different vegan options here, and me and my friends tried a bunch! My personal choice was the yakisoba sandwich! Spicy and savory, while my friends got more of their plate options! Worth a visit especially for those looking for tasty vegan dishes! - Miguel Morales Photography read more

Peace Café - Yakisoba Sandwich (@miguelmoralesphotography on Instagram) - Vegan Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Great spot for vegan yummies, especially if you want something healthy and not too heavy. My go to is the peace sampler but I haven't tried everything yet. Intimate setting with not much space but as a vegan it kinda feels like home. The staff is always kind and helpful. read more

Very affordable and tasty vegan food in the Center of Honolulu. Every dish was freshly made after our order and I loved sitting there and eating hot food. The plates are large and the food was fantastic! I highly recommend this restaurant for dine in and take out! read more

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What I liked: Peace Cafe's foods are simple, fresh, tasty, and worth coming back. The katsu and curry are signature items for good reason. Not oily or greasy, and accompanied by bright, crisp vegetables. The menu has a variety of sweet and savory options. Prices are $16 - $20 after tax, most items are priced competitively. What I didn't like: parking can be tight during peak hours. Their katsu, while delicious, goes heavy on breading unlike a traditional katsu cutlet. What can be improved: my biggest nit-pick is the thick katsu breading. Thinner, crispier breading would take the tofu and tempeh katsu to the next level. What's the competition: few business are in Peace Cafe's niche. Juicy Brew in Kaimuki is roughly similar, but gives smaller portions at a similar price. Overall: Peace Cafe is undoubtably a unique, delicious, and high-value restaurant. This is a must-try for any vegan visiting Oahu. read more

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This was a last minute addition for me to try and good lord I am so happy I swung by. Don't get me wrong, the food culture in Honolulu is amazing but it was exceedingly hard to find much vegetarian or vegan katsu at all so I knew this place was the perfect spot to satisfy my craving. I went by around noon on a weekday and ordered a katsu curry to go -- you can choose between tofu, tempeh, or half and half! I wanted to try both so half and half it was. The food came out piping hot in about 10 minutes with the curry in a separate container to be added; aka no soggy katsu here! Visually stunning, but gosh if I only I could describe the CRUNCH of that first katsu bite. It was so hard for me to choose tempeh vs tofu because both were so good and so crunchy. And the curry was a comforting river of goodness as well. I loved every portion of this place including the salads and greens and the mixed rice which was cooked to perfection. The prices are totally reasonable for the taste, quality, and amount of food you get and I literally want to go back and try every single other item on their menu after this. I was intrigued by the cooler which had some noodles, mochi, ice cream goods so you know I may need to return to try that as well. Parking in the area is street parking but not too hard. Don't let the quaint interior fool you - do yourself a favor and have a meal here! The service was the kindest and the food really will speak for itself. read more

I was concerned about hygiene during my visit. While my sandwich was being prepared, I observed the employee scratch both sides of her face with her bare hands. Her facial skin appeared discolored and visibly flaking while she was scratching. She then immediately continued preparing my sandwich without washing her hands. This raised serious food safety concerns and made me uncomfortable. I have been a loyal customer of Peace Cafe for over 25 years and have always appreciated both the food and the service. Recently, however, it seems that staffing challenges have affected the overall experience. I am very disappointed, as it used to be such a great place, and unfortunately, I do not plan to return. read more

Shorta Terai and Tomoya Ito put true ALOHA into every dish they serve at Peace Cafe! My favorite stop in Honolulu...don't miss the Katsu plate with curry! read more

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Very small and very busy, call ahead if you don't want to wait! The bathroom is located outside: you can also enter through the back. It doesn't have their name so it's the net entrance. I ordered the heart and soul: 1/2 and 1/2 a Korean bibimbap. My absolute favorite dish here! So many veggies and you mix it up! I also get a black sesame latte which they use oat milk. 10/10. read more

Peace Café - Heart & Seaoul Bibimbap - Vegan Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

A nice healthy option for lunch - they specialize in vegan/vegetarian options. I tried their tofu katsu & was skeptical at first but ended up really enjoying it! Minimal inside seating, parking is out back. Service was friendly. Their lemonade is also 10/10. read more

Peace Café - Katsu Plate - Vegan Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

We decided to try the Peace Cafe when our first dining choice was closed. We were happy with the selections, it suited everyone in the family. My 8 year old grandson had the katsu plate which he loved. It was crispy and flavorful. I had an avocado sandwich which dressed with fresh tasty greens, tomato and sprouts. My daughter had the Peace sampler which had a good selection of veggies including the poke and tofu scramble. We definitely are retuning for the fresh clean food read more

Peace Café - Sampler - Vegan Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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PLEASE READ MY REVIEW and you won't regret it! I'll be very honest, almost felt like we were scammed. What a mood spoiler- don't get swayed about the looks of the restaurant/ the plating. I am not sure how the reviews are good here. The curries or everything was canned or basically ready mixes. The Moroccan chickpea was nothing but tomato sauce(also weirdly sweet) and mostly canned chickpea or just boiled chickpeas. I am not kidding the receptionist said the curry is new everyday and today it has potatoes and tofu, a Japanese style yellow curry- but it was just a premade curry mix. Also, how they serve in paper plates and you've to throw it, you go order stuff at the counter. Then why is the minimum expected tip 15% ? All they do is come serve the 5 min recipe food. We'd also wiped the table ourselves anyway. The mushroom miso soup was pretty salty and tasted better. I guess miso soups are expected to be like that and no complains about the 8 ounce soup. Honestly, we've never had such disappointing food in Hawaii. Alrighty, bye, go try a better place! :) read more

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Ok, we decided to go back to Peace Cafe, because we were too early for the 6:30pm free street parking. Ok, go around the block...we got parking in the back of the building. + I was driving. Hahaha. We got there, greeted by a smile from the associate placed our wonderful order,Americano coffee. Was so good. The Katsu is fried Tofu .. crispy, sprouts, cucumber, sauce and katsu sauce on a warm crispy bread. The Peace Plate is a variety of goodness. We have left overs... Gomenasai I dont have the exact ingredients of what's on the plate. As we left, the Japanese Chef greeted us to say "Arigato" we'll be Beck to try other dishes. Maybe a dessert or ice cream.(bow to my mom ) read more

Peace Café - "Mini" Katsu sandwich & Peace Plate - Vegan Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

This is a cute little vegan food restaurant and I was looking for something healthy and light for the day. As I was looking through the menu a patron on next table had recommended curry katsu as being very tasty, which I decided on trying. Once the food came I dug into it and found that the curry was very delightful and especially the rice and the chicken katsu with the vegetables making the right touch. Overall everything was great and with the music and atmosphere felt very relaxed. The cahier attendant was very friendly and very eager to assist. This place is a gem. read more

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Very friendly staff with an eclectic and interesting menu. The passion for the food comes through. I had the BLT which was good but very bread heavy - the sandwich stacks about 3" tall with about a half an inch of topping. The Peace sampler had a bit of everything with cucumbers, tofu scramble and some other things. If we go back we'd try something different. Parking was easy to find as well read more

A cozy vegan spot serving up Japanese comfort foods in a dining room that feels like your mom's house! Street parking easy to find. Service is fast and polite. The cashier recommended the katsu plate, soup, and cheesecake, which we shared between 2 people and were very satisfied. The katsu was very crispy, we got half tempeh half tofu, and they were both good. The curry was rich and flavorful. Definitely not a light meal. The soup was tahini flavored with veggies, I thought it was just OK. The cheesecake was sugar and dairy free- I'm amazed at how good it was, and I'm a cheesecake aficionado. Overall would return. read more

Peace Café - Katsu curry plate - Vegan Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Had a pleasant peaceful time at Peace Cafe. Started out with a perfect tangy yuzu lemonade. I chose the Moroccan dinner with beans , rice, and a salad. Also ordered a Taco Salad. Wanted to try the mochi, but I was way too full of food. The service was great. 2 young, attentive workers made the food in a pretty manner. Delicious meals !!!! The interior was really cute with a large tree painted onto the wall & ceilings. Interesting art on the walls. Peaceful, spiritual looking Jewelry was also available for purchase. Comfortable chairs and tables are outside as well for people watching . I opted to sit inside. I would return here again, definitely. read more

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I will always love the food here. And the staff does try hard. But over the years, the physical environment of the place has gone downhill. Frankly, i'm surprised that the health department allows them to operate in this matter. Wherever you sit, your clothes stick to the furniture. The storage in the hallway seems like a fire hazard. The back of the house needs better storage and the front of the house needs a serious refresh. Please get rid of all the junk & trinkets that you think give the place personality. It just attracts dust and makes it harder to clean. The cardboard boxes need to be taken out to the trash. And focus on just selling food instead of jewelry & toothbrushes. read more

We bumped into them at the food show today. We purchased bentos, Tan Tan cold ramen and a Ginger Ramen (friend's). Staff were friendly and eager to serve us as well as competing against other food vender! Tan Tan Ramen: The mulberry noodle had a curry flavor, but really healthy for you. It came with carrots, tomato, pickled vegetables, and seaweed. The sauce has a real kick which is normal for Tan Tan. My friend loves the ginger sauce with same set up bento as mine. I enjoyed this dish and hope you will too. It's near McCully Stadium park before Isenberg Street on King Street. Ciao! read more

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