Aloha Roastery - Lihue

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Aloha Roastery

Aloha Roastery
4.6 / 5 (200 reviews)

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In Kauai, the coffee experience can wildly vary. One café, deceptively named "Coffee Roasters," disappoints with limited offerings and unfriendly service, leaving patrons feeling unwelcome. The atmosphere is sparse, and the hygienic conditions, particularly the restroom situation, could use significant improvement. In stark contrast, RainbowJo’s delights with vibrant décor and a welcoming owner who enhances the visit with engaging service. With delicious organic coffee, exquisite pastries, and a playful vibe, it stands out as a must-visit. Travelers seeking top-notch coffee and an enjoyable atmosphere would be wise to choose RainbowJo’s over its lackluster competitor.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Janie

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★ 4.6 / 5 from 200 reviews
david-bravo-2
21.12.2023

The croissants at this restaurant are the best we've ever had, not just in Hawaii but also in California! As a European, it feels like being transported back to a French bakery. The coffee is excellent as well!

marta-marti-serra-1
21.12.2023

I had the best coffee and croissant of my life at this amazing restaurant! The parking is convenient with a big parking station right in front, and there are no stairs for wheelchair accessibility.

sara-l-rabbit406
21.12.2023

I was deceived by the name "Coffee Roasters" and decided to skip the big box store to visit this smaller shop and buy some coffee to enjoy at our hotel. However, don't be fooled - this is not a coffee roaster. I was told that they hadn't had beans for weeks and didn't have any coffee available for purchase besides a cup of coffee. This is more of a coffee shop or cafe, not a place where you can buy actual coffee beans from a real roaster. Additionally, the young women at the counter were impolite and appeared to be confused.

janie-grosvenor
21.12.2023

The bathroom here is one of the scariest I've ever seen. We went here because we needed to use the restroom, bought coffee only to find out they don't have one ? but I was allowed to use the one attached to the building... that's a block away and down an alley and so old and dirty that I turned right around and walked back. (You also need to borrow a key and give them something of yours to insure that you'll bring it back.

tom-pollok
21.12.2023

One of the best places for coffee in Kauai! Also they have great tasting pastries! If you love coffee, come here and enjoy : I would definitely come back again!

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