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The Coffee Shack

  • Address: 83-5799 Mamalahoa Hwy., HI | Map It
  • Phone: 808/328-9555
Write a review | Avg. member rating: 3.2/5

Fodor's Review:

There's really no flaw to this place. The view is stunning, the service is excellent even when it's busy (which is most of the time), and the eggs Benedict and hot Reuben sandwich are the best on the island. Breads and pastries are all homemade, and the coffee is strong and tasty. On your way to nowhere in particular, stop by for a Hawaiian smoothie, an iced honey mocha latte, or homemade luau bread—all worth a detour. In the evening, enjoy gourmet pizza and an amazing sunset view.

  • Credit Cards: MC, V

Member Reviews and Ratings

Reviewed by fireman0175 from Seattle on 3/3/09
I have visited this fun outdoor eating restaurant many times. I still like it. However, it must have changed hands as the same plastic chairs are still there after 9 years. The view is fantastic and you look down on a farm. There are limited seats, so prepare to wait a bit. There is one waitress for all the tables, so get used to Hawaii time!

Food quality was down a bit. Bread pudding was too dry. Had to wait and wait for a refill on my coffee. Salt shaker was empty at 9 am, honey container was just gross and dried up.

I think they used to have two waitresses, but maybe one was ill. I would still recommend trying this at least once.

Hopefully, the seats and tables will be replaced with something more modern.

One other problem is that they allow motorbikes to back in an park, idle, etc in front of the business. This is stinky and noisy.

Member Rating: 3.2
Ratings details: Food: 3.0 Atmosphere: 5.0 Service: 2.0 Value: 3.0
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