Moena Cafe

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Moena Cafe

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Koko Marina Center Building E, 7192 Kalanianaʻole Hwy Suite #D-101, Honolulu, HI 96825

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Nestled in a low-key strip mall, this sunny café serves up island-inspired breakfast and lunch dishes using fresh local ingredients, attracting loyal locals who revel in the deliciousness, despite the occasional wait.  

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Koko Marina Center Building E, 7192 Kalanianaʻole Hwy Suite #D-101, Honolulu, HI 96825 Get directions

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Koko Marina Center Building E, 7192 Kalanianaʻole Hwy Suite #D-101, Honolulu, HI 96825 Get directions

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Vicky M

Google
Nice little place to enjoy breakfast food at lunch time. It's not listed as brunch, but it's brunch. Small little place. Good service. Food is good. We got: Coffee oreo scone- it's really good, although we didn't taste the oreo. Maybe it wasn't supposed to be oreo cookies? Cinnamon pancakes- good but could have more flavor. They are huge, about 11 inches or 12. Eggs Benedict- were really good! Cappuccino- not good, was weak. Coffee- was off, like the cream wasn't good to mix with it. Something like that. You do get 1 free coffee refill. Would go back and get the same scone, eggs benedict, and maybe try something else sweet.

Moon Jav

Google
We came here after our hike. We both had the short rib loco moco. It was hella good! Probably one of the best loco moco’s we’ve ever had while being on the island. The atmosphere was nice, our waitress was super friendly. The only downside was, if you need the restroom, you have to leave the restaurant and go down two doors for it. Definitely coming back when we’re in town.

Marlies Mimi

Google
Great place for breakfast, biggest pancakes we ever had. Luckily, they were also delicious, try the pineapple sausages if you can. Ryan, our server was friendly and attentive.

Shaktidancer

Google
Eggs Benedict was delish! There was a very thick piece of very good ham on a huge toasted garlic bread. You can order potatoes with this, but honestly I would not have been able to eat it all bc the Benedict was enough. Hubby had avocado toast and loved every bite. Again, huge toasted garlic bread. Very filling! Passion-orange-guava juice was perfection, especially after hiking up to the Lighthouse. I noticed many others who were eating came after the sunrise walk up Makapu'u Point Lighthouse. Coffee was top notch! Seems like to perfect eat to start your day AFTER early rising for hiking Koko Head as well!

wolfpac

Google
We had breakfast here after our early morning trekked at diamond head. Ordered the short rib loco and the acai bowl. The ribs were awesome. Tastes better than expected. The sauce was very light and the mixture with the egg fried rice and ribs were an awesome treat after a short hike. The acai bowl was a good dessert in my opinion. Healthy and tasty.

Adliano Alves

Google
Kalua Pig Benedict at Moena Cafe is a game-changer! This dish combines the tender, smoky goodness of kalua pig with the richness of poached eggs and hollandaise sauce, all on top of a toast. The Fresh corned beef hash was amaizing too

Shawn McNelly

Google
This place is definitely a hidden gem. Fabulous food, cooked to perfection and delivered in a timely manner. We had a B. A. L. T. Sandwich and salad. Super yummy! They also make delectable gourmet coffee options. I especially enjoyed the honey macnut latte. The service is impeccable. We arrived right before their closing time, and we were still seated and treated with the utmost respect and kindness. I highly recommend this spot.

Hariklia Frangos

Google
Everything was delicious! Got several items (fish breakfast, sausage hash, a huge banana chantilly pancake, pesto crepe) and they were all wonderful, coffee was delicious, staff were incredibly kind and super helpful while we were in a bit of a rush. Will definitely be coming back if we can (: I will be thinking about that banana pancake!!
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Leah H.

Yelp
This place was off the charts amazing!! We had a large party of mixed ages, and we were so hungry after our hike. They had us sat in about 20 minutes. We came put our names on the list outside the door, and waited with such anticipation. This place is worth the wait!! Everyone in our party loved their food! My crepe was amazing, I shared some of mine with a friend's daughter that has never had one and she feel in love. 10/10! We ended up all trying the cinnamon roll pancakes and they are amazing 10/10! I got report that the short rib Moco loco was also a 10/10 from a friend that gets Moco loco everywhere he goes. He said this is now on the top of his list!! The affogato 10/10, espresso was smooth and creamy And with the ice cream how can you go wrong!
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Jennifer C.

Yelp
1,000/10!!!! If you're looking for a breakfast spot, Moena's Café needs to be on your list asap! A smaller cafe, but the wait is worth it. We arrive with a party of 9 and waited 15-20 minutes and they were able to push tables together. With so much to choose from, it was hard to make a decision because we wanted everything. The waitress was so kind and didn't rush us. I couldn't thank her enough! I couldn't decide on which pancakes to get and she suggested the cinnamon roll and the banana Chantilly. We went with the cinnamon roll pancakes and they were delicious! Everyone was able to try them because they're giant. Lol. The short rib loco moco was AMAZING!!!! Oh my gosh! I'd eat this everyday if I could. Order this and you will not be disappointed. It is flavored to perfection. The shredded rib meat made this dish! Don't forget to order the matcha affogato! 10/10! Ice cream with breakfast is a great way to start your day!
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Laurie Y.

Yelp
Moena Cafe is a very trendy restaurant that is very popular with locals and tourists!! It's always crowded but the wait time goes by fast as they seem to sit alot of people at once and then they all clear out! Be sure to put your name on the Waitlist! There are chairs to sit outside the restaurant plus the menu for you to peruse so that when you sit down, you are ready to order! Easy Peasy The menu is primarily breakfast foods with lots of choices! They do have salads, sandwiches, keiki menu and specialty drinks! My girlfriend and I love crepes so we decided to order the chocolate with bananas and chocolate with strawberries then split it! OMG, Fabulous! Light, thin and scrumptious with chocolate and stuffed with fresh fruit topped with a generous serving of whipped cream!!! Absolutely delicious! Luckily, we shared but I would like one with both fruit: bananas and strawberries in case I come with someone else! My friend and I decided we'll come for the monthly craft fair and plant exchange. Then treat ourselves to brunch! We'll be back to try something new and different!!
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Jen H.

Yelp
We went on a Wednesday morning and were seated right away. There were plenty of tables and a cute bar for singles as well. Service was quick and efficient. Menu had plenty to choose from. Opting for the fried rice on any dish it's offered is recommended - so fluffy and light. Food came out hot and portions were great. We left satisfied and full. Mahalo!
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Ceivy M.

Yelp
Moana Cafe where I go to treat myself after Koko Head hike. The pancakes are huge and the lattes hit the spot. Other than that, the food is average with nothing too special. I do wish they had better hot sauce options. The wait is usually long, especially if you have a large group so plan ahead.
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Carrie K.

Yelp
You can always count on a great experience at this humble spot. Short rib loco moco is a MUST! Forget the sweet treats, go for savory! And that omelette has been perfected! The Huz LOVES their coffee! Servers exhibit Aloha in every way. Thank you! There will probably a bit of a wait to get a table but Truly worth the wait!!!
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Michele T.

Yelp
Walked around the plaza after the gym and decided to grab some lunch. Been a while since we were last here. We placed our name on the waitlist with 2 parties ahead of us, but we were seated pretty quickly. They had a couple of mochi pancake specials. Asked for recommendations as I couldn't decide on a couple of pancakes. The Banana Chantilly was recommended, so I ordered a short stack. Didn't realize it would be so big - took up the entire plate. So yum! Hot when it arrived and sweet enough - didn't need to use the syrup. Plenty to share. Because I wanted a pancake, thought I'd be good by having a salad to go with it - Kale Caesar and added the fish of the day (swordfish). It was a big bowl of greens with 2 meaty fish filets. Didn't have much flavor, however. Kiddo ordered a Caprese panini. She said it was good but she thought the panini was a bit on the small side. Hubs ordered the smoked salmon benedict with fried rice. It was very flavorful and he was stuffed.
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Wina G.

Yelp
This place has been here forever and this is the first time for me! I've always have seen bunches of people waiting to be seated so I never went. So when my friends suggested here for brunch one Monday morning I jumped at the chance. It was busy a little after 10am but we got a table after a very short wait. They do not take ressies. Lots of people waiting when we left. Nice cute place inside- not very big. My friends had the eggs benedict ($17.50) with avocado ($3) and I had the veggie crepe ($16). The benedict was a slice of ham, 2 eggs with the hollandaise sauce on toasted bread. My friend commented that the eggs were more cooked than runny. Adding spinach or avocado and sides of potato or rice will cost you extra. I liked my savory vegetable crepe with roasted bell peppers, tomatoes, mushrooms, spinach and cheese. I really enjoyed it. Very tasty and flavorful. I'd get it again. It came with small slices of avocado and a slice of pineapple and strawberry. IMO, I think my dish was a better value than the eggs benedict. Coffee was $6 and the milk came heated, a nice touch. Little steep for coffee IMO. It was a nice brunch anyway- the food was good, service was very nice.
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Jo K.

Yelp
A recommended restaurant located 10 minutes plus from home will take me longer to agree to unless I'm in the area. This one came up twice from family who previously enjoyed breakfast there. It's small space holding about 40-50 max. The staff are all attentive and service was great. The menu selection was diverse enough that some of the group had lunch and some had breakfast. All in all the food was enjoyable for everyone and portions were adequate. Location offers lots of free parking and the wait time is not crazy. We had a party of 8 but the staff accommodated our seating appropriately and we were seated in a timely manner. Yes those things matter a lot when you eat with a big group.
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Rebecca C.

Yelp
Super tired and hungry from our Makapu'u Lighthouse hike. Moena Cafe is the closest breakfast spot we haven't tried. It's a small, cute breakfast restaurant in Koko Marina. It was about 945ish on a Friday, and it wasn't busy. We signed in and waited about a good 8 minutes. I didn't get her name and she didn't introduce herself either but our server was nice and quick. My choice: MC Breakfast with crispy bacon, over easy eggs, country potatoes and pineapple + strawberry. I love the potatoes. It was cooked and seasoned perfectly. The bacon is really crispy. His choice: MC Breakfast with Portuguese sausage, over easy eggs, fried rice with pineapple + strawberry. He enjoyed his choice. He also loved the pineapple treat on the side. He even ate mine ;) He also wanted to try the cinnamon roll pancakes. I tried it. It didn't taste cinnamon. I looked at the bottom of the pancake and cut around where the cinnamon was. Now it's cinnamon roll pancakes ;) He liked it. It was just ok for me. I got their caramel macchiato. They should taste it and reconsider changing proportions. I didn't taste the coffee and caramel. It was missing those flavors. Thank you for reading my review. Have a great night!
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Debbie Y.

Yelp
First, service was excellent. I went with my parents and the server was so friendly and patient with us as we tried to decide what to order. I had the avocado toast based on other reviews. Really enjoyed the dish on the French bread. I requested the egg over hard and it was just how I liked it. My parents had the cinnamon roll pancake and the banana chantilly pancake. The cinnamon roll pancake lacked a more cinnamon flavor. The banana chantilly was ono! Best part for me and my parents was the ambience of the place. Relaxing yet attentive service. Cozy place with confidante seating. Will return.
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Anthony K.

Yelp
I've been hearing about their açaí bowl for a while now and I picked the right day for this cool refreshing treat..this one has biggest clusters of granola ever poured on acai...my opinion) but in my critique it's chewy rather than crunchy...it's all a matter of choice..the fruit on the bowl, the banana and strawberry were sliced somewhat thick, so In unison can we all say delicious, since Moena has more natural light than artificial... you can actually see what you're eating... a big plus...the service is top notch...these are obviously veteran servers they scan the dining area and asking if anything is needed...all the qualities that make good customer-service
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Ann C.

Yelp
This place has the biggest pancakes I have ever had! One order of 2 pancakes was enough for 4 people to share (along with each pair of diners splitting an entree, too). The lillikoi pancakes were SO fluffy and delicious. The other food we tried was pretty average and I thought a tad overpriced for what it was. Good service. There can definitely be a wait on weekends especially so be prepared.
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Alyssa T.

Yelp
A great location with lots of parking available. We went close to when they opened and were able to get seated within 5 minutes. However, the waitlist can get considerably longer depending on what time you arrive. The staff was very helpful with answering our questions and checked on us often. All of the dishes were delicious and filling, making it the perfect breakfast. The ingredients were fresh and everything was cooked well. I appreciate the variety of options on the menu and the dishes pictured are some of my absolute favorites.
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Dhoom A.

Yelp
Hi y'all, this is a nice breakfast and brunch spot on the east side of the island . The food is delicious with great flavor, and the presentation is amazing . The menu is so diverse so you will find what you want to eat. The prices are kind of pricey. The parking is free and available. The down side of it is that it gets so busy and waiting time is long so try to be patient and the place is very small from the inside. I will recommend this place if you are at the east side
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Quinn V.

Yelp
Meh. Would not come back. I had to sit across from some religious saying painted on the wall. That was very uncomfortable to me when I am trying to eat and they are trying to push that stuff. They were cleaning in the back and the super strong scent of the cleaning product wafted into the dining room. My food tasted like cleaning solution. Even when they have seats inside, they still make you sign your name outside and stand for a bit in the sun. All in all, there are much better places to get brunch. We only went because Heavenly was closed that day.
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Clarissa V.

Yelp
So happy that I was able to call ahead with a table of eight following our beautiful sunrise hike. Perfect timing because the kids were starving and cranky Got a delicious banana chantilly pancakes that were huge for the table. Everyone loved what they got from the loco moco to the pineapple sausage. The kahlua Benedict was amazing as was the Omelettes and kahlua crepes. . Kids loved their Nutella crepes too! Coffee was great. I loved that they had the WMF brand coffee machine. My favorite brand in Germany No pictures this time. We were way too busy eating
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Liezel A.

Yelp
There's lot of parking. When you get there sign in the book. It can be a wait but it's okay because the food is delicious. I actually went twice and finally doing a review. First time my coworkers introduce this place and couple weeks later I brought my mom there We order crab Benedict and braised beef loco moco plus the pancakes both time I went there. Food is good. With my mom they split the egg Benedict and that was awesome. You should try it once plus my mom said it's worth the drive and we're bringing my aunty next time. You will see me again. Thanks for great food and services.
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Greg T.

Yelp
Breakfast is at a whole new level here. This place runs unbelievably efficiently so don't let a line outside deter you. It moves pretty fast but yet you never feel rushed, they are that good. I don't care what you order here, it's going to be excellent, cooked to perfection, and flavored just right. We have been several times at this point, sometimes driving from the Northshore to just there for the ono grinds. Of course we will drift on other things since we are on that side but it Moena that spurs the trip. Now, one of my favorite things is the chocolate shake, in my book, goes perfect coupled with a cup of coffee. As for the food, the waffles are large and in charge, covered with fresh fruit and other delicacies. The pancakes are large enough to cover your jet ski, light and fluffy, and another mouthwatering item to consider. If you're a traditionalist, the eggs over medium, crispy bacon, toast, and an added slice of ham.....BOOM....Your ready for the day, All kidding aside, this is the place and high;y recommend you give it a go, you wont regret it, that's for sure.
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Jessica R.

Yelp
This is one of my favorite breakfast spots so it's about time I wrote a review! Honestly shocked I haven't yet! Every single time I come here, I am happy with my order. Sadly I can't remember what I ordered my other visits, but today I ordered the veggie omelette with no mushrooms and brown rice. I also ordered the chicken sausage on the side. I also asked for tapatio and it was soooo delicious! My friends and I shared the lilikoi mochi pancake which I think was just a special they were having and it was soo bomb!! The wait to get in was maybe 10-15 min. We arrived around 12:20 pm or so, on a Tuesday. Service was super nice too!
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Marilyn M.

Yelp
When you walk in the cafe, the decor is very calming and cute. They have table seating, a small coffee bar for a few seats, and some tables with booths lining one wall. We ordered the sausage omelette and cinnamon roll pancakes. Both were pretty good - we especially loved the pancake! It was huge and sweet. For the price of the omelette I was hoping for a larger size and much more avocado, but it tasted good otherwise. The waitresses were all kind and seemed to be familiar with brunch rush on Sundays. I think for the pancakes we would definitely go back, but we definitely will try something different for our savory pick next time.
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Elisa M.

Yelp
Be prepared to have to wait as this little spot serves up some great food but the wait is worth it! Arrived on a Saturday morning, put our names on the list and proceeded to take a seat and watch the vendors set up their shops. It wasn't long before someone was showing us to our seat. They started us off with a glass of ice water and gave us time review the menu. I got the kalua pork benny with fried rice and a glass of pog juice. Sometimes you get fooled into thinking that it won't be enough so you feel like you need to order more - let me Just say that the pancakes are HUGE, like the size of a plate huge where you can share one and it still be too much. The food was delicious, the toast was crispy, the pork was tender and the eggs were cooked but still runny. The rice tasted great as well. Would definitely come back and do this again!
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Dystopian P.

Yelp
sought it out based on word of mouth from a previous resident. Absolutely worth it. Like Rick Steves says, go where the locals go. This is a place where locals go. You'll know why.
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Keola m.

Yelp
This may be a case of high expectations. Walking through Koko Marina Center decided I can finally eat at Moena Cafe. I've heard many good things about it and ranked very high in Yelp. I was able to get in at about 2pm. No line but, sat at the bar. Sitting at the bar is fine with me. I'm used to sitting on bars. Lol. The staff is very friendly, courteous, and attentive. The restaurant is not very big but nice and clean. I ordered the short-rib sandwich and potato salad. Yup, they don't have potato salad. I got a green salad (they seem to be health conscious). Totally, my bad. The waitress was so nice and got me some chips. Service above and beyond. Mahalo. I thought the salad was a little flat (I like greens that I can poke with a fork). The dressing was good tho. The sandwich(with brioche buns), I thought, was a little dry. Maybe a little more garlic aioli or caramelized onions (or mayo) would have been good. The short rib was ok, nice taste and soft but, found myself needing more water. These are my thoughts but, I will go back and try the breakfast.
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Parita A.

Yelp
Wow! Hiked the rail stairs and came here after which made the meal even better! The wait was a bit long but well worth it. The portion sizes are really large and cost was fair. Staff was super nice too. I ordered a açaí bowl and wow it was hands down the best one I had all week. It was filled with fresh fruit and delicious honey. The açaí wasn't frozen and wasn't mushy - it was perfect. Highly recommend!
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Kristina D.

Yelp
I really want to love this place, it's cute and clean! But both times we've visited the food has been very meh and disappointing considering the long waits. Both times I waited about 30 minutes to be seated, so I have high expectations. Perhaps I am ordering the "wrong" things. I have tried both the breakfast sandwich and the kalua pig crepe and both really lacked flavor and were dry. Kalua pig crepe was really disappointing with the pesto either being forgotten or very minimal and the cheese was very small portion too. My husband got the braised short ribs and shared some gravy which helped a little! Their coffees are great though and all the workers we interacted with were pleasant!
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Dawn W.

Yelp
No sign out front (I think they were doing modifications and will put one up), but clean and adorable place inside. You sign in and they will seat you. Kento came out to greet us with a big smile and could not have been friendlier and more welcoming. He seated us and Hana was our server. She is another extremely sweet and friendly young lady and makes you feel at home. Our food...yum! My husband had the eggs and rice and it was cooked perfectly and nice flavor. My pancake one the other hand...incredible! I asked for the lilikoi curd and cream cheese topping on the side since I knew I wouldn't eat it all. They call it a short stack, but it was an enormous pancake with a delightful texture. The toppings were fresh made and amazing. If you need to use the rest room, you have to go outside and a few doors down and go upstairs. I guess it's a shared restroom for the shops in the strip mall. Fantastic find for a place to eat and support locals!

Tracy F.

Yelp
After waiting an hour to be seated, two individuals who were further down the wait list were seated. They engaged in a friendly conversation with the hostess and mentioned they were friends with a staff member. We decided to eat elsewhere. The restaurant was small and ambiance so so.
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Jonathan K.

Yelp
You had me at short rib loco moco Moena Cafe is located in the beautiful Koko Marina area where you can catch nicest views of the water, the beach across the street, and the mountains The lines can get long and busy so just be aware since the area inside is bright but small but the servers try to be as accommodating and helpful as possible to get people in and out The short rib loco moco is a nice size with the two runny eggs, brown rice (decided not to opt for fried rice) and tender short rib in a sea of rich gravy. The size is great and I'm usually satisfied after it, although most people I've heard take leftovers? The flavors all come together in this comforting dish and well worth if you want an upgrade from the usual loco moco and is worth the price I didn't order it but know that if you order the fish breakfast you get two pieces of fish the size of a match box, so maybe don't opt for that unless you like large mountains of rice with two small pieces of fish

Vix D.

Yelp
Had a Wednesday lunch there. Got there about 11 am so LOTS of parking available, although it filled up soon after. Had to put name on sign-in list, but only a short wait to be seated. Ate the chicken cranberry salad sandwich with ciabatta bread and a tossed salad. Loved it!! The chicken cranberry salad mix was absolutely delicious. Had option to have sandwich in a croissant, but I like the chewiness of ciabatta more. Saw another diner's order of the lox and bagel which had me salivating! Cream cheese and capers were given in little cups so diner could decide how much of each to eat with sandwich. Also looked like there were a lot of lox slices. That will definitely be my choice on my next visit. Hoping it will be soon!
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Jan R.

Yelp
Sunday brunch was maybe a 30 mins wait but we'll worth it. They are busy so if you can't wait, make a reservation next door to Heavenly. Haven't been but at lleast your guaranteed a time. And they're a few doors down Ordered: Pumpkin spice latte Peppermint Mocha latte Eggs Benedict (thick piece uncured ham on garlic toast) Banana Chantilly pancake (big enough to share) Denver omelet choice of rice/toast Fall special drinks & a couple fall specials. Food is consistent. Kids menu available. Breakfast & lunch available. Service was fast & friendly. Love the ambiance. Will be back.
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Katherine N.

Yelp
BEST BEST BANANA CHANTILLY PANCAKES. This is literally ONE the best breakfast spot in Honolulu. Their portions are very, very big, SO SHARE ! I got the braised beef loco moco - really good, but extremely filling. After a few bites, I got full. Lol. So definitely come to on empty tummy or SHARE. Also must get with kimchi fried rice. Banana Chantilly like 1000/10. Service was pretty good. They were very busy, but we got seated right away & food came within 15 mins! Definitely coming back when visiting Honolulu.
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Michelle H.

Yelp
We came for lunch on a weekday around 12:30 and there was no wait. Cute, bright interior but pretty small space. Breakfast items are offered all day, so my daughter was able to get the waffle that she wanted (MC fruity waffle - with fruit and cream). Waffle was okay, wish it was a bit crispier to stand up to all the toppings! Lunch options start at 11am, so the rest of us opted for sandwiches. Our friends ordered and enjoyed the fish sandwich and veggie sandwich! You get to choose salad or chips for a side and have an option for either ciabatta or brioche roll for your sandwich. We checked with our server and she recommended brioche for fish sandwich and ciabatta for veggie sandwich. I ordered the short rib sandwich on a brioche roll which was small but delicious. I wasn't a huge fan of the salad dressing which was thick and sticky. For the amount of people dining in the restaurant post-brunch rush (not many), service was a little slow. We had to keep getting the attention of the servers to order and get the check. Prices for the sandwiches seem a bit high for what you get, but overall food was decent. I might stick to classic breakfast options next time.
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Roz A.

Yelp
This is going to be my spot for breakfast after my morning hike. Their fried rice needed more seasoning & adding garlic to it would be perfect. The banana pancake wouldn't taste as good without their Chantilly sauce. Kinda overpriced for one stack. $15! Acai bowl & corned beef was a plus! Pretty tasty!
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Cherie H.

Yelp
Lilikoi pancakes! Amazing and must have! Everything was great! Definitely will be back!
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Idalia R.

Yelp
Food was great, taste, presentation and amount. Server Amara did an excellent job getting the order, checking on us to see how to improve anything in anyway. Very polite Perfect for family gatherings. We had a awesome time at Moena Cafe. Very relaxing atmosphere We will coming back. Recommend

Jenn J.

Yelp
I ordered the Lilikoi mochi pancakes and avocado toast. Portions were big, food was delicious! We were seated quickly, but the food took a long time to come out and restaurant was not crowded for a weekday.
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Stephanie C.

Yelp
Considering this was in the middle of nowhere (non tourist location), this was really really good. We were looking for traditional brunch items with a twist of Hawaiian flavor and this place was SPOT ON. Service was great and people were really nice. We didn't have a reservation so we waited about 15 mins around 10am on a Sunday. For drinks, we tried their Macadamia nut coffee (btw, the parking lot is surround by these trees) and their home brew coffee. The home brew is actually an espresso + hot water (Americano) and you get to have 1 free refill! For food, we tried Kalua benedict and it was sOOo good. The pull pork was very moist and with the egg yolk, it was perfection! We also had the loco moco with short ribs; the gravy was a little on the salty side, but with the rice then it was perfect. Other people that were less explorative tried their Belgium waffle with blueberries (local and super fresh), potato hash and veggie omelette. No one complain and everything was good. Also, the beauty away from tourist spots, the meals become a lot more affordable. Highly recommend if you have car during your stay at Oahu.
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Emiko D.

Yelp
The vanilla latte & Short rib loco moco (not pictured) is always our favorites. Grilled cheese was pretty basic. Moenas will always be one of our favorites but... Lately Service used to be efficient but not since they hired a new crew of employees. We always have to keep asking for more water, a high chair (multiple times) & for our tables to be cleared of dishes...
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Katie W.

Yelp
Excellent service and food! Tyler was our waiter and he was exceptional! He introduced himself and was very personable and attentive. After we paid the bill, he came over to see if we wanted our coffee refill and made us a to go cup. Thanks Tyler for excellent service, we'll definitely be back!!
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Miyuki Y.

Yelp
I've been here a few times and I've never been disappointed. They do get pretty busy on weekends so please keep that in mind. The Portuguese sausage here is fat and juicy! I'm not a huge sweets fan but I love the pancakes and french toast here.
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Alexis Y.

Yelp
Surprisingly no wait on a Sunday at 12:30 pm for 8 people. We did split up our party into two tables. There's a waitlist on a paper outside that you write your name and party number on. There's lots of parking outside which is wonderfulll. Most of us got the short rib loco moco with fried rice and it was bomb. The meat was nice and tender. The earl grey w/ crumble pancake was fluffy and had a little nice chewiness texture to it. I personally didn't need to eat any syrup with it and actually preferred no crumbles because it made it too sweet. It's also sooo big. Perfect for sharing, especially when you want to satisfy the savory and sweet tooth.
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Marck N.

Yelp
I came here for breakfast (though I don't like breakfast) after a morning walk with the family. I ordered the MC breakfast with scrambled eggs, ham, and mini pancakes with coffee. I thought it was a good breakfast. The portion size was filling for breakfast. The scrambled eggs were cook right and the ham grilled. The mini pancakes were filing for a good carb option. So yes, I buttered them up and layered on the maple syrup. They refilled my coffee once. Service as attentive and friendly. I enjoyed my meal here.
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Paula T.

Yelp
This is a perfect place to replenish after walking Koko head. The server was kind and informative. They had specialty pancakes for the holidays.
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Taylor R.

Yelp
Wow, this place is amazing!! The food was absolutely delicious. The pork eggs Benedict, which is made in house, was so good and the perfect savory breakfast. The eggs were cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. There was a generous amount of meat as well. The potatoes, (ordered for an additional cost), were nice and crispy. They were seasoned really well. My husband loved his French toast! The service was excellent as well!
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Nicole T.

Yelp
Good food fun and awesome service Good place to rat and talk Must try food looks fabulous

HA L.

Yelp
Service was quite slow, friendly staff, good food, big portion, we ordered the loco moco and pancake. Lovely place
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Keisha C.

Yelp
Came for brunch and I haven't been here for a couple years but it was still just as good as I remembered. The pancakes are huge and we decided to share the weekly special flavor of Lilikoi mochi which was soo good. I also had the breakfast hash which was good but my friends loco moco looked sooo good I might have to try it next time I come. We got lucky that the wait wasn't as long as before and they are really quick with their service. Good place to come if you are on the east side
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Dan P.

Yelp
This is where we go for brunch on special occasion. The food and service are good. Definitely recommend if you are looking for upscale breakfast.