The cortado I had was very good and it came out quick! I chose this spot to try for my random week day off work to read since the photos of the outdoor seating looked so nice. I was unlucky and the only open table had the sun shining hard when the clouds moved and the table was very wobbly so you couldn't lean on it. The place was packed by college study groups and people having meetings. I'd like to come back and try their other coffee drinks and hopefully get a better seat! read more

Try Coffee - Cortado - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

im a coffee snob and this is the best straight to the point lattes on island. no kiddie syrups, weird filler ingredients, or fluff. just a damn good cup of coffee. The vibe is so vibey, great place to study and get some work done. read more

It's all about the coffee and vibe for me at Try Coffee. Located on the 2nd floor of Ward Center, inside The Box Jelly (a coworking space), this hidden gem is the perfect spot to get away from your house or if you need a little change of scenery. And of course grab some coffee! Menu is pretty limited/small so don't expect an extensive list. They also have some baked goods but at the time we went, they only had one dark chocolate cookie left. I ordered an iced latte w/oat milk and honey and chilled outside on the balcony. Coffee was perfectly made and I'm pretty picky about my coffee. What's great is that it's outdoor and overlooks Ward area. On the weekdays, the Box Jelly is used as a coworking space that you can rent. But on the weekends it is free to use! I can see myself coming back here to get some work done or a coffee date with a friend. The owner?/barista guy was super welcoming and friendly. I'll be back for sure! read more

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Try is one of the best places on the island to get some of the best specialty coffee out there. Their staff are solid, friendly, and knowledgeable. Always a pleasure to see and talk story with TK and Arielle. It's clear Try is passionate about quality coffee and committed to bringing not only the best beans to the island but also service and innovation with their Try cycle subscription service. From roasting to serving, these guys are the best! read more

Loved the ambience of the place, as you can see in the pictures , the place is beautiful. The service is great! I do however wish they had more options for drinks and also that they had food. Other than that everything else was fine (: read more

Try Coffee - Balcony - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Found this gem on yelp and decided to go try it. The cafe is located in Ward Center where there is free parking. I think a lot of cafes on the island are quite small so I was very surprised at how large this cafe was. It looked like you could spend a decent amount of hours here to study without getting kicked out. The ambiance is quiet and peaceful. I particular enjoyed that they also had outdoor seating. I ordered a matcha latte and it was pretty standard. The matcha flavor is present but I wished it was more pronounced. My partner ordered the coffee and it was pretty good but also not the best. In conclusion, I think this would be a great place to catch up with friends and do work at. read more

Try Coffee - iced matcha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I have been in Honolulu for two weeks and have tried a different coffee shop almost every day that I have been here. Try Coffee is by far the best coffee I have had. The baristas are very knowledgeable and friendly. I would definitely recommend Try Coffee if you consider yourself a coffee snob and aren't a huge fan of the darker roasts. The space is really great as well. Lot's of comfortable seating. read more

Try Coffee - The best cappuccino near Waikiki - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Barista/owner is super friendly. The coffee was good. Tons of seating, but I felt awkward sitting inside because everyone was quietly working. Outside did not have a lot of shaded space. Convenient free parking. read more

Got our coffee and found the plastic cap from the oat milk container in it. Service was also super slow. read more

Try Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Coffee tried. Result, failure. I noticed a few Yelpers post photos and checking in to Try Coffee, and that got me interested. Well, perhaps I'll try again. Try Coffee is located inside Box Jelly, an office/work space for rent place. It's in Ward Village, above the new Roger Dunn Golf Shop. It's not easy to find and get to. Try Coffee is on the second floor. You will see signs hanging from the side above from the parking entrance across Merriman's. There are many 30 minute parking stalls downstairs, so you don't need to drive around and around up the parking structure. From the ground floor parking, you can walk to the middle and take the elevator or escalator up, but I discovered a couple of hidden staircases right before you enter the parking structure. When you arrive, you're asked to stop and scan a QR code to enter your info, but it didn't seem like anyone did that before coming in while I was there. Silly me for following directions and being a caring citizen. The coffee choices at the moment are Papau New Guinea, Peru, and two types of Ethiopia. I chose pour over Papau New Guinea. But it didn't matter what I chose because the coffee was not prepared well at all. It was very weak and under extracted. Not sure if it was due to the coffee grounds being to large or water wasn't hot enough or just not brewed for long enough, but in short, the coffee was sour and watery. Not a good way to start the day! Another issue I had was with the plastic lid, the spout melted a little from the heat and changed shaped to where I couldn't open it correctly and be able to drink from it. Also, the spout was an incredibly small hole that's not suitable for drinking anyway. I hope they switch to something more....user friendly. Other than that, Try Coffee is a nice place to sit and enjoy your drink. It's very open and spacious, and it's open balcony has nice views of all the new condos and future condos in the Ward area. Everywhere is clean and neat. The barista was very friendly, personable, and informative. Very nice guy! He said he'll bring in new, different coffee beans every so often, so it wouldn't be the same coffee from the same regions all the time. Overall, I might be a coffee-snob, but the difference between a well-brewed and a not well-brewed coffee is huge! The coffee missed the mark, and the lid was very subpar, but the service was excellent, the place and environment were comfortable and enjoyable. Definitely a nice place to sit and relax for a bit and enjoy the views of all the condos, and think that not too long ago, none of them existed. I might try Try Coffee again, but perhaps ask to brew it longer or make it stronger. read more

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Situated on the second floor in the same space as a co-working space, we came here on the recommendations for a nice place for coffee and to work. I got the cold brew, and my friends got the potion based on the high praise from the cashier/barista. The potion was by far the better option, while the cold brew had a nice fruity hint that made it that much more enjoyable. Overall a great option for coffee, and one that I would consider coming back to if I needed a place to work. read more

I've been wanting to ~try~ this place out for a while hehe. They have a pretty simple coffee menu, but have a few syrup flavorings to spice up any drink :) I got an iced vanilla latte with oatmilk ~ It wasn't very strong; I think the oatmilk really overpowered the espresso imo, but still good. Maybe i'll ask for an extra shot next time? hmmm I came on a Friday morning around 11 am & it was pretty chill & quiet with lots of tables open. I loved sitting outdoors on the patio - every seat is in the shade ~ great atmosphere & views! They also bring your drink out to you which is nice! read more

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Cool place run by box jelly (they offer membership to their coworking spaces). This little coffee place is cute. Very limited menu, but the outside seating area is awesome! I'm surprised more people weren't here on a Saturday afternoon. The outside space has plenty of tables, plants, succulents. There is a nice view of the fancy/expensive ward village towers. It's a cool place to hang out and get coffee. OMG the DOG! The most adorable fluffy chowchow greeted us at the door. The coffee was good, and they use pono potions for the flavored sugar syrups, which is awesome. I have some at home :) I'd be back, especially if I'm shopping around ward and don't need to park in the lot here. read more

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I tried their 12oz ice matcha latte with skim milk, not sweetened. Very reasonable price compare to some other coffee shops. But I won't come back. The drink was alright, but I wish the matcha taste could be stronger, used more matcha powder and matcha to milk ratio should be either 1:1 or 1.5:1. But the quality of matcha powder they use is not the good one, there is no bitterness in it. Probably similar to Starbucks kind? Service was alright, there are lots of regulars because baristas acknowledge them by names. I was paying cash and grabbing coins, then cashier probably think I am slow so she went to make coffee instead and no coming back to collect the cash, then when another barista saw me and ask if I order already. And it took awhile for me to get the drink (around 10 minutes) Medicore drink with okay customer service. Honestly the coffee/drink from farmers market tastes better. read more

Located above Roger dunn. Where Inferno pizza used to be, next to Ryan's. Second floor of Ward Centre. Lots of parking. Nice, relaxing place with a view of Merriman. People were already doing conputer work at 8 am. Local version of Starbucks in that aspect. Local cafe with a small coffee menu. Got the iced cold brew with vanilla syrup and an iced mocha. Tasted good. Coffee and service was excellent. read more

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Try I have such a soft spot for try coffee because it is so comforting and personable. The barista remembered my name when bringing my order (no table numbers or anything just faces to remember) as well as on my way out, which means so much in today's "coffee shop culture". Not to mention the honey latte was such good quality and decent price for the size in today's economy. The counter to order is in a shared space with box jelly, but the outdoor seating is partially covered which allows for the perfect breeze on a nice day. This coffee shop is in such a convenient and cute location right in Ward village. I cannot say enough good things and really admire this business and hope to become a regular! read more

It's the cute dogs for me!!! What a plus that it's pet-friendly because you get to meet such cutie pies while sipping on your coffee and sammiches. The view and friendly staff are also a great factor. It's fairly easy to find: park on the 3rd level of Ward Center and it's on the opposite end of where Little Sheep used to be (I believe the sign is Box Jelly?) The place is surprisingly pretty spacious and a great place to study but there is a downside -- I believe you have to pay to use their tables on the weekdays? I'm not sure what the exact logistics are but all I know is that on weekends tables are free to the public so come by then! They do fill up fast so I recommend coming early like opening time read more

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Nothing beats a good cup of coffee! TK is the owner and a wonderful barista with years of experience. Located in the heart of Ward Center 2nd floor of the same complex as the Roger Dunn Golf shop. Turn in and there is around 4-5 floors of parking available, very convenient. Aim for the Mauka side of the building its on the very corner (where Brew moon used to be- any old school-ers know this haha). This is a coffee shop that is in a shared work space called "Box Jelly" which is a coworking, event, private office space for rent, I think it requires a membership. This is a clean, well lit open place filled with a beautiful mix of plants that are well cared for. There are offices indoor and open tables outdoors that offers a great view and fresh air. When you think cafe this place check all the boxes, has a hipster vibe. Everyone is super nice and personable! Great service. Back to the coffee, unlike other places that need to cover their bad coffee with tons of sweeteners and variety of flavor Try coffee provides you one of the best in espresso, cold brew and my favorite pour over. Good prices to go along with great coffee. Range from $3.25 to $5.00 with ADD on's available including Spirulina, super foods and mushroom extract. There are fun flavors to pick from as well, my daughter favors the Lavendar Oatmilk latte while my cousin picks the matcha latte. A good cup of coffee well prepared can be enjoyed black as is- my usual here but tried the Honey-ginger oat latte that was a treat. There are some pastries available to pick up. But really I'm here for the coffee. I saw a honey butter latte that I look forward to trying on my next visit. Take the elevator or escalator up next time you're in Kakaako and enjoy a iced cold or hot tea or latte. Highly recommend coming here! read more

Loved this beautiful, open + creative space to sit, read, and have a cup of coffee. I enjoyed my 12oz, mocha latte with oat milk! Hope that they carry more food options in the future! read more

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Beautiful spot to enjoy a coffee. Love the art and furniture. I saw at a modern sofa and coffee table which had a book from 1990 highlighting Mexican artists. How did this place know that I was heading to Mexico City in October this year? It's a sign, and this place has won me over. I enjoyed a oat milk latte. So good. read more

Have come back again and again for their carefully selected beans and a pour over. They never disappoint and every staff member is friendly and knowledgeable on the flavors and origins of the coffees they serve. Wonderful space and concept. read more

My fav coffee shop on the island. Great baristas, perfect atmosphere, and the best dang coffee. I try to come here on my weekends off to enjoy a cup on the outdoor seating. You're surrounded by plants and butterflies. It's just such a peaceful little spot in the heart of Ward. The indoor seating also has tasteful decor and paintings. Definitely a better spot for the rainy days, since the outdoor seating doesn't have good cover (especially if it's windy). Their cold brew is amazing! One of my favs - def a must for coffee lovers. I also love to order my cappuccino from them - they make it perfectly every time. I've seen their IG stories where they showcase what coffee beans they're loving/trying out for their manual brews. The owner is really passionate about coffee and it definitely shows. They also give great coffee recommendations depending on your taste! This is the main coffee shop I choose to spend my time at. Good for a peaceful morning, catching up with a friend, or to get some work done. read more

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One of the best coffee shops in all of Honolulu! starting off with the service- the first time I went there was a lady working the front coffee bar register. she was giving off a mean vibe and had face that showed she was not happy to be there helping out customers, so I left. Second time coming 10/10 service- the nice 2 gentlemen working the coffee bar were absolutely helpful and amazing, they gave us some recommendations and brought out the drinks to our table The ambiance is very nice, you get a nice view and with the amazing weather you'll be very relaxed. This place is amazing whether you're there to do some work or catch up with friends! The drinks themselves are very tasty and good quality for the price they're being sold- with that being said the menu consists of 90% drinks and about 5 pastry options. Definitely recommend this place if you're looking for a nice place to catch up or simply looking to relax! read more

Wanted to get some writing done, but couldn't handle being pent up in my apartment any longer. So I ventured here to scope out the situation. Try Coffee is inside of the new Box Jelly. Plenty of free parking available in the building structure. This is a great place to get some work done while enjoying a lovely cup of coffee. There is a good amount of outdoor seating which is great in the current pandemic, and they have a bunch of greenery everywhere which softens what might otherwise be just a view of glass buildings. They have really created a friendly environment, there were even butterflies flitting about as I did my work. Really. All the employees were also very friendly. I just got the manual brew coffee. It was smooth, and well balanced. I will definitely be back! read more

Try Coffee - Nice outdoor space! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

This place is definitely no Gem, unless you have been living in a Box I'm from Melbourne, Australia a place that sets a World standard in Coffee culture, service and Lattes. Safe to say This place is best avoided. Disgraceful attitude by the Barista as well as the Manager. In such a competitive market, there's no excuse for greeting customer's with a disgusting attitude and approach. No Coffee or Venue is worth being talked over, yelled at and being treated with disrespect. I will NOT BE BACK. There's so many wonderful cafes with great coffee and wonderful service in the area, like Arvo, Island Vintage Coffee, this place is a Total waste of space and time. read more

This place is a hidden gem and a great coffee shop. There is lots of seating indoors and outdoors which provides a great peaceful environment for studying or just relaxing and having a cup of coffee. The coffee itself is delicious. The barista asked us what type of coffee (sweet or bitter) we prefer and then came up with different options to try that I didn't see on the menu. I got the lavender latte with oat milk. (LOVE lavender flavored things). The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable about their coffee. The food selection is pretty limited to scones or a few pastries. But I would definitely recommend this place if you just want a caffeine pick-me-up and a nice place to sit without all the noise of your typical coffee shops. Also the bathrooms inside were very clean and unique. That's always a plus! We enjoyed this place so much that we actually came back the very next day. Definitely a new go to place! read more

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I'm obsessed! Located on top of Roger Dunn, the cutest coffee shop! The trick is to park on level three so you can walk across straight into the mall and make a right into BoxJelly aka Try Coffee. There's a sign that says, "Try Coffee @ BoxJelly." You can't miss it! Well a select few might... I got their latte which was well balanced. I wish I experimented a little bit and went with the Honey Butter Latte, but I wasn't feeling too adventurous this morning. Next time for sure! On weekends apparently the BoxJelly location is open to the coffee shop so you can sit anywhere inside. I came on a weekday so I was only allowed seating outside which was adorable. While I loved the outdoor seating and plantiful views, it got HOT. The only downfall along with no WIFI. You can get a day pass to BoxJelly and get WIFI that way, but I was only going to be there for an hour before BoxJelly opened so that wasn't an option for me. Still, the views, vibes, and lovely coffee made for an excellent experience and I look forward to my next trip to Try Coffee! :) read more

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Coffee, matcha, hot cocoa or dogs! Try Coffee has got it all. The location is a little obscure but just think you're a pirate looking for the long lost treasure, when you do find your way, you will never forget it and always be pleased! :) TK is the awesome owner of this establishment and makes magic in a cup every time! Go, TRY coffee! read more

Try Coffee - TK! The super awesome owner - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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it's upstairs and on weekends Wi-Fi is free but weekdays it's a coworking space. Great spot to get things done or have a first coffee date. I got a matcha latte and I don't remember if it was good or not. I would try something different next time. Lattes are good (would drink again B+?) read more

Discovered this cute lil coffee shop inside Ward Center on the 3rd floor. This is where the old Brew Moon used to be. This coffee spot is located inside a business that you can rent out individual computers and an office/workspace for the day. Tons of free parking in the Ward Center parking lot. read more

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Definitely a hidden gem!! The baristas especially Jarin were very friendly and helpful, had a great time talking with them. Ordered a matcha latte and it was poured beautifully. Instagram story worthy for sure, can't wait to try more of their drinks. The vibes are immaculate and it was very enjoyable sitting outside on the patio. The prices are very moderate and reasonably priced. Check them out! read more

Try Coffee - Matcha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

This little gem of a cafe has quickly become my favorite spot! Each time I've visited, I've ordered the Barista's choice and it has yet to disappoint. Today it was...Garlic Chicken. Yes...as in Garlic Mochiko Chicken but as weird as it sounds, the concoction was a molecular gastronomy trick (trip?) for the senses. Apparently honey & ginger + coffee does a number on our synapses and the result? An intriguing brain trip! I sure hope the talented baristas keep upping their game since this place has got to be one of the coolest spots to go and enjoy a cuppa. Oh, and if your tastes lean more toward the traditional, their regular coffee is also fantastic. They will ask for your preference then pair you with the perfect cuppa. Almost forgot to mention the scones! Perfectly buttery and amazing...today it was kabocha bacon or rosemary sundried tomato & mushroom. read more

Try Coffee - Kabocha & bacon scone - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Finally a much much needed legit coffee shop has decided to open up in Ward Village. It is called Try Coffee! Try coffee is located on 2nd floor of Ward Center overlooking Ward Village Auahi Street. Try coffee shares an amazing outdoor space with Box Jelly (membership based co-working spaces). Lattes are amazing. Top quality with a creative latte art. Variety of different coffee selection are available daily (usually 3-4) which makes a great option for their strong and flavorful pour over coffee. Menu is small but they have recently partnered up with Piggy Smalls to offer limited variety of small grubs (currently pastries, salads and sandwiches). Owner/barista is super friendly and definitely knows his stuff. Lots of free parking spots is available in Ward Center parking structure. read more

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Saw this new coffee shop up at Ward, very quiet on a Saturday morning. We tried our standards across all the coffee shops - a single shot espresso with a kiss of foam (aka macchiato) & a cappuccino. Also ordered a U'lu cacao nib cookie. Cookie was delish, very nutty & fruity taste, just the right amount of sweetness. Coffee unfortunately even though art latte was nice was bitter and acidic. That's too bad, the atmosphere is very nice to sit and enjoy the morning. Service was good but coffee is just lacking. read more

Try Coffee - Ulu cookie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Located on the 2nd floor of Ward Village (next to where Ryan's used to be) this is our favorite spot for espresso. I've been hooked on the honey butter latte. They use grass-fed butter and local honey... omg. So, so good. Definitely ask about their rotating "barista's choice" for example, today it was macadamia nut honey flavor. They also serve several flavors of Droplet, a stress-balancing juice. I tried the "Pretty Happy" one that tastes like passion fruit and vanilla bean. The space outside the cafe is open to the public, there is seating in the sun or in the shade. Even if you sit in the sunny tables, they have 2 cool-air gizmos to keep you from burning up! The inside tables and long tables outside are reserved for members who rent office space here. Love this idea. Many people bring their adorable doggos in. I've seen a pug, a mini greyhound and a ridiculously adorable blue colored Frenchie. Lots of plants all around, and it's relatively quiet for being in the heart of Honolulu. Highly recommend this cafe. read more

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on the 2nd floor, within box jelly. i was very impressed with their lychee cofermented pourover. i wish they could have given me their beans, but they couldnt. the outdoor area was pretty cool, played chess out there read more

Super Knowledgable and attentive. Cares about every cup poured. Coffee is outstanding.

This coffee spot located in the heart of ward is the ideal study / work spot. They offer simple cafe-style drinks with a limited menu. I got the iced matcha latte and my boyfriend got the iced latte. Both drinks were simple and reasonably priced. They have indoor and outdoor seating; however, the doors to the outdoor seating area was wide open so the space felt bigger and more inclusive. Whether you are a student looking for a quiet cafe to study at, or an employee looking to get out of the office for some fresh air and coffee, Try coffee is the place to go. read more

Try Coffee - Top: Iced latte; Bottom: Iced matcha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Located on the second floor of Ward Village. The parking structure is a bit of a crunch, but it wasn't too bad. The view is incredible and the interior is really nice! You can sit indoors or outdoors, your choice. Wasn't in the mood for a hot coffee so we got an iced oat milk latte. Simple, but still really good. The bread pudding was nice a touch. After eating, you just return your dishes in this black tray and go about your day. Really nice spot to study, work, or talk stories :) read more

Try Coffee - bread pudding w/ bacon, cheese, & onions / ice oat milk latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Love the coffee and staff and the patio at this coffee shop. My wife and I went to a number of places while in Honolulu for a week. And this definitely was one of the best. Being Washingtonians we feel like we know a thing or two about coffee. ;) read more