Once you've tried the many restaurants in Honolulu, save some appetite for the charming cafes peppered across the length and breadth of the city. Head to Boots and Kimo's Homestyle Kitchen if you’re nuts about pancakes, sample a delectable brunch at Diamond Head Market Deli and Grill, try the Euro-inspired fare at Grand Cafe and Bakery or unwind over long conversations and the best coffee in the city at Honolulu Coffee Company. Follow our guide to stop at some of the best cafes in Honolulu that are as good as its restaurants and have locals and tourists pouring in at all times of the day.
Café culture in Honolulu
Once you've tried the many restaurants in Honolulu, save some appetite for the charming cafes peppered across the length and breadth of the city. Head to Boots and Kimo's Homestyle Kitchen if you’re nuts about pancakes, sample a delectable brunch at Diamond Head Market Deli and Grill, try the Euro-inspired fare at Grand Cafe and Bakery or unwind over long conversations and the best coffee in the city at Honolulu Coffee Company. Follow our guide to stop at some of the best cafes in Honolulu that are as good as its restaurants and have locals and tourists pouring in at all times of the day.
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Grand Cafe and Bakery
The Grand Cafe, tucked away on a Chinatown side street, has been around since the 1920s. Today, chef Anthony Vierra gracefully fuses Italian, French and Asian cuisine into a menu that attracts the Euro-curious and the sp...more
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Diamond Head Market Deli and Grill
Diners can expect ample portions of hearty foods and decadent baked goods. The grill serves an award-winning breakfast, a perfect fuel-up feed before hiking to the top of Diamond Head. Conveniently, lunch plates can also...more
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Ted's Bakery
With an enviable location directly across from one of the world's most famous surfing beaches - Sunset Beach - this mom and pop cafe is always busy. The unassuming joint serves cold drinks and quick eats, from breakfast ...more
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Tango Contemporary Café
This small café has managed to bring trendy, savory dining to the multi-ethnic masses in Oahu's Ward area. Not an easy feat, but acclaimed chef Göran Streng has impressed everyone from the fashion forward to the beachwea...more
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Koa Pancake House
For a quick, hearty brekkie, try Koa, a Hawaii original that serves a variety of scrummy, good value dishes. With nothing over USD 8.45, you can tuck into anything from mahi Benedict to banana crepes and classic blueberr...more
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Honolulu Coffee Company
Located in the Ala Moana Shopping Center, Honolulu Coffee Company is a modern, spacious café with friendly baristas serving up expertly prepared espressos. Sweet treats are also available; their cute macaroons are danger...more
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Boots and Kimo's Homestyle Kitchen
Mention Boots and Kimo's to a local, and you'll see a smile creep across their face as they utter three words: macadamia nut sauce. This house recipe paired with fluffy island pancakes (go for banana) is a match made in ...more
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