Lion Coffee / Lion Cafe and General Store
1555 Kalani St, Honolulu, HI
Crema's Take
“Lion Cafe and General Store is a retro industrial-chic hangout in Honolulu where you can linger over meticulously brewed coffee while browsing bags of whole beans and roasted coffee to take home—a rare find that doubles as both a serious coffee destination and a neighborhood gathering spot. The laid-back vibe and ample seating make it perfect for a slow sit with your laptop or a meetup with friends, though service can be inconsistent depending on who's behind the bar. Beyond the coffee itself, they've thoughtfully stocked a selection of Hawaiian music, pastries, and light bites, plus creative specialty drinks that reward exploration.”
What to expect
Cold brew standout, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Pastries and light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
If you're in the neighborhood and are looking for a cup of Joe, this place is worth the stop. I love the retro industrial vibes of the coffee shop which has ample seating and a full menu of all their various flavors and roasts. (Its worth noting that I'm a person who enjoys…
Good coffee but the baristas are very unfriendly. A shame, because I like the company. Also, the Hawaiian music is top notch
AMAZINGLY overpriced - and - poor service - and a salmon lox bagel is a build your own apparently (the salmon was questionable as well) - the laziness, cutting of corners + $1.50 for oat milk = this place is rigged for minimum service, effort at maximum prices. I can't believe I…
They sell bigger bags of coffee here! Both ground and roasted beans (which is harder to find in the grocery stores). They offer more flavors too and they even have it in Keurig pods. Worth the drive! A little over 15 minutes from Waikiki Beach. They have a mini museum about…
Only the best coffee in Hawaii! Lion Cafe has a cool, laid-back vibe as soon as you walk in, with a friendly and welcoming staff. The coffee is brewed to perfection, and I also ordered a slice of banana bread that was delicious. They also sell large bags of their coffee if you…
Crema Reviews
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