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    Waffle and Berry

    4.9 (1.4k reviews)
    Special Hours 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    Interior.
    Joyce W.

    Berry Fact: A true berry comes from one flower with one ovary. When meeting up with a colleague, she told me firmly, that while acai bowls originated in Brazil, they are a massive staple in Hawaii's food culture and considered a must-try, iconic snack there. Hawaii popularized the version widely found in the USA, adding local toppings like papaya, lilikoi, and macadamia nuts to the frozen blended berry base. And she recommended the best place. They frequently top the "Yelp's Best..." lists! I got to meet the gentleman behind the business, Cal. He's sweet, humble, and has a great personality. As for the waffle and acai bowl: It was spoonful after spoonful of tasty eats. At one point, I started topping my waffle with my acai bowl. It's that brunch combination that pairs warm, crispy waffles with cold, thick, and refreshing acai smoothie toppings that makes it oh so alluring. The combination offers a contrast in textures and temperatures and textures (fruit, granola, nuts, and drizzled honey) that makes it moreish. Just typing about it now makes my mouth become a waterfall. Pop in if you're in the Waikiki area! If you're not in the area, it's still well worth a visit if you're in need of some healthy eats and carbs.

    Berries and Cream. No whipped cream
    Janet M.

    This was close to our hotel so one day during our vacation, we came here for breakfast. We were heading to the beach after so we didn't want it to be something heavy. My partner and I opted to share the "Berries and Cream" with no whipped cream since it already has vanilla ice cream on it. It was good and light. At first, I thought it was weird to have ice cream on something like this and to have it for breakfast, but I guess it works out well. The staff was nice. They really get packed even on weekdays. Price is a little on thr higher side.

    Abby B.

    I don't know who needs to hear this, but this is the best açaí bowl I have ever had in my life, and it 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.

    The hutch
    Pam Pam G.

    Can't complain about a combination of some of my favorite things: açaí, fresh fruit, and waffles! The service at Waffle and Berry was so great and they offer modifications which is great. The waffles usually come with ice cream, but we substituted it for acai for something less heavy. The best part was unlimited toppings including coconut, granola, chia seeds, cacao nibs, and honey. Delicious! We got the Hutch, which was plenty of food for two people.

    Joseph T.

    You would almost think, it's tourist area and it's all over priced and not tasty. NOT TRUE. Food 5/5 Service 4/5! Ambiance 4/5! It was hit, humid but it was fine and acceptable. The cream was home made you can just taste it. Fruits fresh, grits spot on, everything tasted great along with the lemonade. It's freshly made! It is not the minute maid stuff around here. Service was great, when I was putting in the order at the counter, the girls were SO informative and gave me recommendations and explained to me about the dishes that are popular and some were tourist inspired items! I also wish I saw the GUMBO. I would have gotten that if I saw it!! Decor was cute all around with photos etc. this spot has plenty of tables for smaller parties but they made it work for us for a party of 6! Thank you for everything! I recommend this spot!

    Beautiful place for breakfast.  Love that its Black owned.  Mahalo
    Kendrick M.

    The food here taste so good. I had to try alot of things here. You place your order , have a seat and they bring your food to you. The service is amazing. The place is not huge... but big enough. Get there early and you might not leave lol. Love that its black owned. Highly recommend.

    Kaleigh H.

    The food was good, definitely a one off on a trip since it was so sweet for 9am "breakfast". But delicious nonetheless. It was busy at the time we went but the waitstaff was friendly and accommodating and it was worth the wait.

    1/2 waffle servings.
    Chris T.

    We visited two days in a row. The 1/2 half portions of waffles are filling. We had scoops of acai and vanilla ice cream plus sliced strawberries, bananas, kiwi and blueberries on our waffles. A unique and delicious combination. Eggs and sausage are also offered as a side dish option.

    Eowyn K.

    Waffle and Berry made it to the top 100 Yelp reviews. It was conveniently located on the same street as our Pearl Harbor pick up as well. The restaurant is on the basement floor, accessible by escalator or elevator. Tables are first come, first serve. You order at the counter, there will likely be a line as it is popular, and they bring out you. The menus is waffles and açai bowls. They have a side of scrambled eggs and sausage. There is a side table with topping, granola, honey, chocolate chips, etc. they do not offer any alcohol, but some virgin breakfast "cocktails". My friend and I split the berries and cream, getting the vanilla ice cream on the side to keep the waffle crisp, and a side of eggs and sausage. Everything was delicious. The waffle, despite the look, was not overly sweet, and with the ice cream in the side it was easy to add just a little sweetness. The waffle was so good it did not need syrup. The best waffle I've had in the US. Eggs and sausage were so good, nice savory side.

    Tiffany C.

    To be quite frank, I'm not sure what's the hype about Waffle and berry. It's located in the same underground food court as maguro bros. Upon entering the cafe, it had a really offputting scent that was kind of repulsive to me, like wet towel. I really wanted açaí bowl so I tried to not let it bug me but I would say I'm quite sensitive to smell. We ordered the açaí and the half size of the Nutella banana waffle. Basic food with expensive price points. I would say California açaí bowls are much better in terms of valuable and options. I liked that they had the granola, honey, chia seeds, chocolate chips, and coconuts at a side table so that you can put as much as you'd like. Because of the scent, we sat outside in the communal table area. It was decent but nothing special worth nothing.

    Açaí bowl and Peanut Butter Banana Waffle (half size)
    Timothy T.

    Waffle and Berry is located downstairs across from Maguro Bros. The shop is huge with lots of seating available. I will say that there was a funky smell though, so my wife and I ordered for take out and ate at one of the communal tables outside. Acai Bowl - Wow, something so different about the texture of their acai! It was frozen, but soft and creamy at the same time. Not icy like some other places. The bowl comes with standard fruits but you can add granola, honey, chia seeds and coconut flakes at their self-serve counter yourself. Peanut butter banana - I personally thought there was too much peanut butter and not enough banana. The center was all soggy with peanut butter sauce. Overall, the service was excellent, the staff was super friendly, and I would come back for their acai bowls.

    Kayla H.

    I got the waffle and breakfast plate and it was the perfect amount of food. The sausage is so flavorful and juicy. The environment is so lively and the staff is so nice. There's a good amount of seating but it can get limited if it's busy. My food was out literally 5 minutes after I ordered it

    Courtney T.

    Waffle and Berry is a must have when visiting Hawaii!! I've never been a fan of acai bowls, because the ones I've tried have either been too icy, artificial. I was hesitant to try acai bowls again, but after coming here I'm so obsessed now! Their acai bowl + waffle combo was insane, the texture of the acai was so thick and creamy! No ice chunks. This is the best bowl I've ever had, also love the toppings added too! It goes so well with peanut butter. You also get a waffle on the side, our friend was really interested in the fruity pebbles waffle and asked if they could upgrade it. At the first the worker (forgive me if I'm wrong, I believe her name was Kayla!) said they couldn't, but she said you know what...let me see what I could do. She was able to upgrade it for us, and was so kind and sweet. We were actually there to celebrate ur friends birthday and she treated us so nicely before even knowing! Once she found out about the birthday, she brought out a candle for us. Such a great experience and this is one of my go-to spots now whenever I'm in Hawaii. Highly recommend for the amazing food and service!

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    This place is amazing! Hospitality is top notch and the food is outstanding! make sure this spot is on your list for breakfast/brunch!

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    Ask the Community - Waffle and Berry

    Do they have gluten-free waffles?

    We don’t currently offer gluten-free waffles, but we do have gluten-free options—our acai bowls are always available, and from 8am to 11am, you can also enjoy our beef-smoked sausage and scrambled eggs.

    Do they have mimosas?

    No they don't

    Do they have gluten free waffles yet?

    Do they have gluten free waffles?

    Not yet, but they said they are working on it. Just trying to get the right recipe to equal their other great waffles. (This was in November 2024.)

    What's in an acai bowl? Is there dairy?

    The acai bowls here are dairy free and vegan

    Do your waffles contain egg? Dairy is fine. Thanks

    Yes

    Do you have gluten-free waffles?

    Not at this time.

    Do you serve gluten-free waffles?

    Not at this time.

    Where can we park for your new location?

    no parking officially, you need to search the streets Ala Wai Blvd maybe is a good choice

    Do you serve vegan waffles?

    Not sure but the food is DELICIOUS!

    Do the chaffles have sugar or fruit of any kind, tapioca flour, or chicory flour? Is the chocolate stevia sweetened? Thank you!

    Apologies, we have taken chaffles off the menu for now. We hope to do them again in the future as more locals and tourists return in the near future.

    Are they open during the extended lockdown 9/9 - 9/23?

    Yes, the Marketplace is open.

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    4.1 mi
    $$

    It was so sad this business is closing down by Oct 31st. With rising food costs, inflation and…read morestaffing, it's understandable but I wish best endeavors for Chef Jason Peel and his staff. My fiance won a gift card actually 2 of them (from his coworker whom could not get a reservation secured), we knew we had to make the trip over before they officially close. We had multiple dishes, but staff made Kauai prawns and tomato miso black cod dishes on the house since they ran out the Hokkaido scallops. We ordered the short ribs, lobster appetizer, hamachi crudo and lastly sashimi moriawase to finish food palate. Lukki lemon dessert was great way to end to night. Ordered the Milk tea bouquet cocktail while my better half had water ( either way the food coma knock him out cold the rest of the night lol). To be honest, it was difficult to determine which dish was the best because the staff kept quality there despite it being busy every night since they announce the closure. Sashimi moriawase, fish was so fresh, reminded me of my time spent in Hokkaido and Sapporo. Short ribs was soft and rich in flavor. Both me and my fiance liked the lukki lemon dessert, like lemon meringue pie but broken down version. If you have a chance to dine here before closing and got a reservation, definitely will have a lovely dining experience and your stomach will be full by end of the night.

    Husband and I tried Nami Kaze in our recent trip to Hawaii. This place is huge! I was so glad to be…read moreseated in the side room because I found it to be a lot calmer, less people and no TV. The staff were friendly and very helpful with giving us recommendations. We ordered 3 appetizers and 2 entrees, and honestly it was too much food for us. We had leftovers for breakfast the next day! - For appetizers we got: Ulu Tots, Japanese Eggplant, and Corn Beignets. The Corn Beignets was the best. - For entree we got: Tomato Miso Black Cod and the Short Rib. Both were delicious and worth a try. Sad to see that this restaurant appears to be closing.

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    Waffle and Berry - waffles - Updated July 2026

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