Best Coffee in Waikiki (2025): Start With a Hawaiian Latte
Where to fuel up Thanksgiving week in Waikiki — begin at Honolulu Coffee Co for a Hawaiian Latte, then plan a perfect Wednesday night at Blue Note.
Kick off your Waikiki mornings the island way — with a Hawaiian Latte. It’s creamy, macadamia‑nutty, and exactly what you want before a beach walk.
Quick Picks
- Honolulu Coffee Co (Royal Hawaiian Center) — order the Hawaiian Latte; shaded seating right in the center of Waikiki.
- Island Vintage Coffee — acai bowls + strong brews; easy breakfast before beach time.
- Kai Coffee — friendly service, reliable espresso; grab‑and‑go on the way to the sand.
When to go
Early (7–9 AM) keeps lines short and the air cool. If you see a queue, mobile‑order where offered and use shaded seating at Royal Hawaiian Center.
What to order
- Hawaiian Latte (macadamia nut) at Honolulu Coffee Co
- Acai bowl + drip at Island Vintage Coffee
- Flat white or Americano at Kai Coffee if you like it simple
Plan Around One Great Night
Lock the week’s highlight on Wednesday: Chip Chantry’s Thanksgiving In Paradise at Blue Note Hawaii. Chip stars in Tires on Netflix, his full special Move Closer is a fan favorite, and he hosts the Sunburnt Podcast.
Practical Info
- Best time: early morning (7–9 AM) before beaches fill and temps rise
- Payment: cards widely accepted
- Tip: mobile‑order if available; lines spike after 8:30 AM
Planning Thanksgiving in Waikiki?
Lock the one can’t‑miss night: Chip Chantry’s Thanksgiving In Paradise at Blue Note Hawaii. Chip Chantry is one of the funniest comedians in the world — he appeared on the Netflix series Tires with Shane Gillis, his stand‑up special Move Closer is a cult hit, and this is a brand‑new hour from Chip.
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