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    Sip Cafe

    4.3 (91 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea, Cafes
    Closed 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    Dogs allowed

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    Roast Pork Banh Mi
    Maggie S.

    We've come so many time but always pau before we think of taking pictures or doing a review. Haha - it's that good!! Plus, I don't make reviews unless I absolutely enjoy and recommend it. Hands down, the best damn Banh Mi on the island!! We've tried over 10 different locations in Oahu and nothing compares. Mind you, we've eaten Banh Mi all over the world so we have a certain level of expectations for this sandwich. What stands out is the pate and meats, full of flavor. Chefs kiss IMO, if you cannot make the basic traditional banh mi- with the pate, why bother? Clearly this was crafted with heart, traditions and in house so worth every penny. The Egg Foam Matcha is incredible, I have not had this drink anywhere else on the island so definitely a favorite. Highly recommend eating here, you won't be disappointed.

    Viet iced coffee and matcha latte
    Rosie P.

    Another great matcha/cafe spot found!! Love love loveeee the Vietnamese iced coffee! Tastes exactly like the ones in Vietnam. Warning, it is strong and will be keeping you awake for hours! The matcha was also yummy! I asked for no sweetener to enjoy the matcha taste. There is seating available inside and great music playing in the back.

    Victoria C.

    After seeing Sip Cafe's drinks and bahn mis on Instagram, it's been on my list of places to try. I finally had a weekend to check it out. I guess everyone else also had the same idea because there was a line almost out the door when I came on a Saturday afternoon. I didn't realize how popular it was but you could tell people had been waiting around for their food and drinks. I was worried since I had my toddler with me that the order would take long and she was already getting antsy lol. The line went by fast but unfortunately, the bahn mis were already sold out (it was around 1pm). So I just ordered 2 drinks (one for my sister). I got the Egg Cream Latte for myself and a Hojicha Einspanner for my sister. They also have matcha which I will have to come back another time to try. The drinks thankfully were ready fast and they tasted as good as it looked. The Vietnamese coffee was strong and the perfect amount of sweetness. I really enjoyed the egg cream on top. My sister also liked her hojicha. I guess I'll have to try go earlier to get their bahm mis. Sip is located in Kalihi in the City Square Shopping Center. It was pretty easy to find and there is ample parking which is nice. I see why this place is popular!

    Raeann Y.

    First time coming here last week and it was so busy, absolutely packed! I came for the drinks and they were good but the food was really amazing! The sandwich with pho dip was really good, we drank the broth after finishing the sandwich lol. Pork sandwich was yummy too. Kind of expensive but a nice treat once in a while.

    Matcha Einspanner & Banana Cream Matcha.
    Regine D.

    Went here twice because it's a good spot with ample free parking! It's a small cafe, but they have seating inside if you plan to enjoy your drink/food for a bit. Tried 3 different matchas and they all taste good and on point! The strawberry shortcake is on the sweeter side and also gives a fruity pebbles taste. My favorite is the matcha einspanner. Smooth and creamy. Definitely want to try more of their food next time. I tried the roast pork bahn mi, but didn't like the chewy skin of the pork. I did let the sandwich sit for a bit before eating it, so that is my fault. The pho dip is popular and seems to sell out quickly. The service is also quick. The drinks are made fresh but fast as well as the food. Excited to come back!

    Banana matcha and roast pork banh mi
    Keisha C.

    Love banh mi's so when I saw this place had matcha too I was sold. I got their roast pork banh mi and banana matcha. Loved both!! Reasonably priced and so fast and friendly. The banh mi was filled with a lot of pork and the bread was crispy. The matcha was really good too with banana flavor that didn't taste too artificial. Can't wait to come back and try more flavors of both!

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    Chloe O.

    I have been wanting to come here for a hot minute, finally had the day off to check it out. I went in the morning not too long after they opened, it's a weekday so it was not busy at all. Cute little shop with small menu but perfect. They offer some sandwiches as well but I went for the drinks. I've heard nothing but good things about their matcha. I couldn't decided because I do love a good coffee but an even better matcha. So I grabbed both! Iced Hojicha latte 12oz and a 16oz ube matcha both with oat milk. OMG!!! Their latte was perfection and the ube matcha was the right amount of sweet without taking away from the matcha. I will be back again and again every chance I get!

    Top: Pho Dip Banh Mi, bottom: Saigon special Banh Mi
    Thy V.

    Super stoked to see a new Vietnamese spot popping up, especially with the different Vietnamese coffee options that I haven't seen elsewhere on island. Unfortunately, the drinks were average, but the banh mi stole the show! + Drinks: We got a Hojicha Egg Cream and a classic Vietnamese coffee. The Hojicha part was good, but the egg cream was a let down. A little too sweet with no egg cream flavor, 5/10. The classic Viet coffee was good but super strong, 7.5/10. + Food: I absolutely love the banh mis! The bread was crispy on the outside and soft inside, stacked with a lot of fillings, and very flavorful. It'll feel a bit heavy, but the pho broth balances it out. Will definitely be back for the banh mi! + Location: In a big strip mall with Chucky Cheese with plenty of parking that gets busy but people go in and out a lot. + Inside: small restaurant with a few seats.

    Kristina C.

    We saw Sip on my Instagram and really wanted to try it out. We opted for their drinks because that seemed really highly rated. My favorite is the Egg Cream latte. Since the coffee is so strong and you mix it with cream on top it's like a nice salty and bitter taste. It's super good I highly recommend getting this!! As for the Vietnamese iced coffee that was really good too. It's definitely more on the stronger side so just be prepared!! The reason why I'm not giving this place a 5 star is because it took around 20 minutes to get 2 drinks and they weren't super slammed, which sucked. But at least the drinks were good. Anyways, I'd come back for the drinks only !!

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    Irene M.

    The sip is real... This newbie has been on my list for a bit and it says a lot considering their grand opening was on January 5th...when you have matcha I just can't help myself and I can see why many can't as well. Located in City Square Shopping Center this tiny spot offers quite a huge flavor and after a long morning filled with errands you know I was hungry as well and with six different banh mi it was quite the selection I didn't expect but I was debating between the pastrami and pho dip but as there's just three left decided on the pastrami (yum!) which is loaded with white onions, and cilantro along with pate and mayo was a nice and comforting bite. The baguette was perfectly toasted making it soft and light which no struggle or tugging with each bite. You know it had to be matcha though they do have Hojicha and espresso drinks as well but it was the Banana Cream Matcha with Almond Milk very nice and light sip and love the matcha though was a touch bitter and wished it had a bit more banana kick to it but other than that I enjoyed it as I took a moment from adulting throughout the day. The vibe here is nice with just a couple of single tables and banquette seating with four tables as some spots do have outlets for charging is always a plus for me that's on the go (charging as we speak) the decor is basically none very minimalist that doesn't bother me one bit but do love the relaxing vibe it gives as I take a moment to enjoy. Thank you!

    Ashley P.

    Okay, when I found out where this place is, I hesitated on actually going because the parking is just not it. I decided to do it anyway since my appointment was pushed back and I needed to kill some time. I ordered the Banana Cream Matcha and it was so worth the drive and parking situation, it's so tight to park there, especially near the entrance/exit. I ordered the 12 oz/small and wish I got the bigger size, because if you know me, I'm a slow drinker but actually finished my drink pretty quickly. I spoke with the cashier and asked him what other drinks are worth trying and he said that the one I ordered is super popular, I can't wait to try the other ones he mentioned, the uber and strawberry. Oh the coffee too! I'm sure all the drinks live up to the hype. I heard that the banh mi is super good too, definitely a must try when I have more time and when I'm in the area. The cafe has limited seating but it has a cute, minimalistic aesthetic!

    Saigon Classic banh mi
    My My N.

    Happened to the be in the area and thought why not a banh mi for breakfast. Got the Saigon Classic and Egg Cream Hojicha. It's a little pricier for the size for both the banh mi and drink. But when I opened the banh mi, its thick cut meats. The thickest I've seen in most banh mi places. Not much pate spread, very thin silver of cucumber, a strand of cilantro and lots of pickled carrots/daikon. Too bad it wasn't all propionate. The bread has a nice crunch but because I didn't eat it right away when I got it, most of the bread was already soft. If ever in the area again, I want to try the other banh mi. It's very clean inside and very friendly staff. As for the drink, I normally don't drink latte, matcha or coffee. It looked pretty. Gave it away to a friend to enjoy. :)

    Banana matcha and egg coffee
    Ngan S.

    As a Vietnamese girl growing up eating banh mi, I'm pretty particular about it, and I've been seeing Sip recommended all over. I ordered the Saigon bánh mì, and it ended up being a bit underwhelming for me. The sandwich was smaller than expected for the price, and the bread didn't taste like it was baked in-house, a bit soft (which some people do prefer over the crispy crunch). The pickled veggies were on the sweeter side, which threw off the balance for my taste. The drinks were the good. The egg latte was strong and rich, how Vietnamese coffee is meant to be. The banana matcha latte leaned more milky but was still tasty and enjoyable. The location is convenient, though parking can be tricky depending on the time of day. It's worth trying once to try out the drinks, but the bánh mì didn't live up to the hype for me.

    Egg Coffee (left) and Banana Matcha (right)

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