Although we didn't try the food, this coffee shop makes it on my list of "life changing food/drink experiences" for their iced pandan matcha latte. I will be having withdrawls from this drink when I go back home. WOW. I order it with macadamia nut milk and holy cow, I am ADDICTED! The somewhat pretentious service from the baristas is easily overlooked because this drink is that good!!!!
Michael A.
While very popular, as evident by the always PACKED parking lot and LONG lines, I struggle to see the charm on a recent visit from what was once my favorite coffee shop in the past. The overall experience is very much undercut by several issues that should be simple. 1. Some staff seem wildly disinterested and detached. No hello, welcome, morning, or even a simple "what can I get ya". 2. Service is also notably slow; even for simple orders. 3. Maybe the worst of it all is the coffee wasn't even that good. Just okay :/ Pros: The interior is nice with plenty of light from the windows, but good luck getting a seat Cons: Everything else
Steakmasterrrr X.
Great place but some middle aged dad-bod who was drunk off a glass of wine tried to talk down to me and pick a fight as I was politely helping a girl get through the crowded bar.
Wina G.
Small cafe around the corner from Waialae Ave and 8th. It's in the brown Finance Factors building. There's a small parking lot in the back. I was getting my car done across the street at Kaimuki Auto and the owner sent me here for good coffee. Didn't see me wrong! It's a nice cafe with tables and at seating- when I came at 10 on a weekday, it was bustling and I got the last table. The baristas are friendly and welcoming even though they were busy. They greeted the regulars by name and made nice small talk. You can either online and give your name at the pickup area or go towards the back to order and pay. The menu offers a bunch of options, including tea. I got a cappuccino with honey and I gotta tell you it was nice and smooth. No bitter aftertaste. I want to cone back and try their pandan matcha that the other Yelpers are talking about and also their small bites. The only downside is there is no WiFi and the music is a bit loud for conversation or work.
Tyler Hagberg
Great local coffee shop that acts as a gathering place for the community. Staff is always pleasant. They are helpful to make sure your order is exactly as you’d like. The coffee is sourced from small roasters. Tea is by Rishi. The cookies are excellent. The red miso cookie is incredible and a must try. Every time I have been here, it has been busy. However, the staff does a great job of getting quality products out quickly. When I go to Kaimuki this is a must stop.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Drip Coffee, Cookies, Pour Over
Melinda T.
Super cute cafe in Kaimuki with parking in the back as well as street parking. Baristas were friendly and atmostphere is chill. Had a delicious decaf soy milk latte and then ordered the savory Chili Crunch Toast, yum! I can't remember all the things that were spread or sprinkled on the sesame sourdough toast but it was very tasty with a kick! Highly recommend!
Lily P.
Small but cute coffee shop with tasty selections! I ordered an iced vanilla latte and my partner got a pandan matcha latte. Both were super tasty and hit the spot! We had a bit of trouble finding parking and opted for street parking. Overall would come back here again for a nice pick me up!
Addie B.
this place was super busy on a Sunday morning and I can definitely see why. I got an oat milk latte with light mac nut syrup that was perfectly sweet, and shared olive oil cake with my sister. the store was so cute and had a lot of character as well.
Maitoka H.
I've only been there once so far, but my latte was so good that I'm itching to go back. It was truly one of the top-3 lattes I had on the island. Very smooth without being bitter and simply had that extra umph that I can't even describe.
Myra Z.
The best coffee on island!!!! They take their coffee seriously and make it with excellence. The pandan syrup is so delicious and unique. I love an ice flat white with pandan and oat milk. I love that they have a diaper changing station in one of the bathrooms too! My family likes to sit in the chairs outside
Cool vibe (minus all the virtue signaling posters), good lattes, nice place to meet up with people.
Joanne Li
Very tasty coffee! Loved the Linger drink. Wished they did a Valentine’s Day special 2 coffee drinks for a discounted price. Haha but they have plenty of business.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Keaton Ambridge
Nonchalantly busy cafe on the main drag out in Kaimuki, from the front The Curb looks relaxed and quiet but once you enter you'll be surprised to find a nearly full bustling artisan caffeine dispensing operation. The coffee is ostensibly the focus (spanning your own desired level of complexity) but they have an interesting selection of baked goods to pair with your espresso. Can confirm both the cookies and banana bread are well made. Park along the residential street and stroll in to join the line from the back entrance.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cookies
Fiona Yeung
Favorite neighborhood spot esp for their lavender matcha! Their cookies are my FAVE.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bree Morse
best spot to grab coffee on island! and all the staff are super
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pastries, Pour Over, Iced Latte
Although we didn't try the food, this coffee shop makes it on my list of "life changing food/drink experiences" for their iced pandan matcha latte. I will be having withdrawls from this drink when I go back home. WOW. I order it with macadamia nut milk and holy cow, I am ADDICTED! The somewhat pretentious service from the baristas is easily overlooked because this drink is that good!!!!
While very popular, as evident by the always PACKED parking lot and LONG lines, I struggle to see the charm on a recent visit from what was once my favorite coffee shop in the past. The overall experience is very much undercut by several issues that should be simple. 1. Some staff seem wildly disinterested and detached. No hello, welcome, morning, or even a simple "what can I get ya". 2. Service is also notably slow; even for simple orders. 3. Maybe the worst of it all is the coffee wasn't even that good. Just okay :/ Pros: The interior is nice with plenty of light from the windows, but good luck getting a seat Cons: Everything else
Great place but some middle aged dad-bod who was drunk off a glass of wine tried to talk down to me and pick a fight as I was politely helping a girl get through the crowded bar.
Small cafe around the corner from Waialae Ave and 8th. It's in the brown Finance Factors building. There's a small parking lot in the back. I was getting my car done across the street at Kaimuki Auto and the owner sent me here for good coffee. Didn't see me wrong! It's a nice cafe with tables and at seating- when I came at 10 on a weekday, it was bustling and I got the last table. The baristas are friendly and welcoming even though they were busy. They greeted the regulars by name and made nice small talk. You can either online and give your name at the pickup area or go towards the back to order and pay. The menu offers a bunch of options, including tea. I got a cappuccino with honey and I gotta tell you it was nice and smooth. No bitter aftertaste. I want to cone back and try their pandan matcha that the other Yelpers are talking about and also their small bites. The only downside is there is no WiFi and the music is a bit loud for conversation or work.
Great local coffee shop that acts as a gathering place for the community. Staff is always pleasant. They are helpful to make sure your order is exactly as you’d like. The coffee is sourced from small roasters. Tea is by Rishi. The cookies are excellent. The red miso cookie is incredible and a must try. Every time I have been here, it has been busy. However, the staff does a great job of getting quality products out quickly. When I go to Kaimuki this is a must stop.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Drip Coffee, Cookies, Pour Over
Super cute cafe in Kaimuki with parking in the back as well as street parking. Baristas were friendly and atmostphere is chill. Had a delicious decaf soy milk latte and then ordered the savory Chili Crunch Toast, yum! I can't remember all the things that were spread or sprinkled on the sesame sourdough toast but it was very tasty with a kick! Highly recommend!
Small but cute coffee shop with tasty selections! I ordered an iced vanilla latte and my partner got a pandan matcha latte. Both were super tasty and hit the spot! We had a bit of trouble finding parking and opted for street parking. Overall would come back here again for a nice pick me up!
this place was super busy on a Sunday morning and I can definitely see why. I got an oat milk latte with light mac nut syrup that was perfectly sweet, and shared olive oil cake with my sister. the store was so cute and had a lot of character as well.
I've only been there once so far, but my latte was so good that I'm itching to go back. It was truly one of the top-3 lattes I had on the island. Very smooth without being bitter and simply had that extra umph that I can't even describe.
The best coffee on island!!!! They take their coffee seriously and make it with excellence. The pandan syrup is so delicious and unique. I love an ice flat white with pandan and oat milk. I love that they have a diaper changing station in one of the bathrooms too! My family likes to sit in the chairs outside
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Cool vibe (minus all the virtue signaling posters), good lattes, nice place to meet up with people.
Very tasty coffee! Loved the Linger drink. Wished they did a Valentine’s Day special 2 coffee drinks for a discounted price. Haha but they have plenty of business.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nonchalantly busy cafe on the main drag out in Kaimuki, from the front The Curb looks relaxed and quiet but once you enter you'll be surprised to find a nearly full bustling artisan caffeine dispensing operation. The coffee is ostensibly the focus (spanning your own desired level of complexity) but they have an interesting selection of baked goods to pair with your espresso. Can confirm both the cookies and banana bread are well made. Park along the residential street and stroll in to join the line from the back entrance.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cookies
Favorite neighborhood spot esp for their lavender matcha! Their cookies are my FAVE.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
best spot to grab coffee on island! and all the staff are super
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pastries, Pour Over, Iced Latte