Best Espresso-Focused Cafes in Honolulu

Kaka'ako

Rotating specialty roasters like Manhattan Coffee Roasters and Leicht bring international single origins to Kaka'ako

Palolo

Multi-roaster café honoring the seed-to-cup journey with rotating specialty coffees and pour over service in Kaimuki

Diamond Head / Kapahulu / St. Louis Heights

Hawaiian coffee roastery showcasing estate-grown Kona beans with rich volcanic terroir, roasted in-house and served to-go

McCully - Moiliili

Farm-to-cup Hawaiian Kona coffee roasted daily on-site, sourced from their own Mauna Loa volcano slope farm with vintage roaster display

Arts District

Black-owned roastery using traditional Probat drum roasting with Hawaiian volcanic water, founded by Peet's-trained roastmaster Charles Asselbaye

Kaimuki

Hidden Kaimuki coffee bar blending specialty drinks with plant nursery vibes, featuring seasonal specials and quality matcha program

Manoa

Neighborhood spot focused on specialty coffee with house-roasted beans, espresso drinks, and locally-sourced food program

Kakaako

Third wave coffee shop in Our Kakaako serving well-pulled espresso shots and signature black sesame lattes alongside fresh-baked scones

Hawaii Kai

Hawaiian-grown and locally roasted coffee with organic milk drinks on a waterfront patio in Hawaii Kai

Diamond Head / Kapahulu / St. Louis Heights

Intention-driven coffee hut near Diamond Head focused on quality sourcing and herbal infusions with house-made syrups and specialty drinks

Waikiki

Estate-roasted 100% Kona coffee from Hawaii's Big Island, served at their Waikiki flagship alongside b. patisserie pastries

Kaka'ako

Hawaiian coffee roaster featuring single-origin Kona and Ka'ū beans from local farms, with pour over brewing in a Kaka'ako cafe

Diamond Head / Kapahulu / St. Louis Heights

Diamond Head neighborhood spot with rotating coffee offerings and seasonal limited drinks in a local-focused cafe setting

Downtown

Independent roaster specializing in 100% Hawaii-grown coffee since 2011, roasting every Saturday to highlight varietal characteristics and sweetness

Kaimuki

European-style roasting meets Aloha with on-site roasted single-origin South American beans and small-batch craft from London-trained roasters

Waikiki

Open-air beachfront café serving Kai Coffee's Hawaiian-grown beans with signature macadamia nut lattes steps from Waikiki sand

Waikiki

Hawaiian estate coffee roasted in-house from Kona's volcanic slopes, featuring signature island blends and espresso drinks

Waikiki

Farm-to-cup Kona coffee grown on Mauna Loa's slopes, carefully roasted in-house and served at this historic Waikiki beachfront location

Downtown

Downtown roastery showcasing 100% Hawaiian single-origin coffee from Kona and Ka'ū farms, roasted on-site with espresso and drip options

Kailua

Award-winning roastery and café in Kailua offering roastery tours, coffee tastings, and pourovers showcasing their fresh-roasted beans

Kakaako

Boutique coffee shop showcasing curated international roasters in a quiet Kakaako escape with knowledgeable staff

Kailua

Hawaii-roasted specialty featuring rare 100% Maui Yellow Caturra, Kona, and Ka'ū single origins with on-site roastery and pour over service

Ala Moana

Farm-to-cup Kona coffee roasted daily at their Experience Center, served as pour overs alongside espresso drinks in Ala Moana Center

Waikiki

100% Hawaiian single-origin coffee roasted in-house, featuring Kona and Ka'ū beans sourced directly from local island farms

Downtown

Hawaiian coffee roaster brewing estate-grown Kona from Mauna Loa slopes with farm-to-cup focus in Bishop Square courtyard

Kaka'ako

Honolulu roaster serving their own meticulously sourced beans with precise brewing in the heart of Kaka'ako's creative district

Downtown

Made-to-order pour overs from a rotating single origin selection, plus espresso and housemade sourdough toasts in a fresh Downtown coffee bar