The Curb Kaimuki

I went for coffee and a snack, and it was wonderful. The service was extremely friendly and helpful. The coffee was excellent (they have a bunch of milk and sweetener options), and my pastry was delicious and fresh (a croissant filled with a sweet calamansi purée and fun crumbles on the top). The shop itself is very clean and inviting, with little cafe tables.

I tried to stop coming here. I really did. I told myself, “I’ll make coffee at home.” At home?! With what.. my pathetic little grocery-store beans that taste like sadness and paper? Two sips of this coffee and you will be reorganizing your entire life, color coding your calendars, and forgiving your enemies. This espresso is so good and so strong it doesn’t just wake you up... It evicts sleep from your body with a court order. I don't just "grab a cup of coffee" anymore. I calibrate. I optimize. I'm basically one cortado away from becoming a startup founder or a minor superhero. The baristas have become my enabler, my dealer, my therapist, my life coach, and my emergency contact. I’m pretty sure they’d help me hide a body as long as I tipped 20%. Also try the pastries they are delicious. Five Stars. 10/10. I'm not addicted. I'm committed.

One of my all-time favorite coffee spots and one of the all around best shops I've ever been to. Not only is the coffee fantastic but everyone working is very nice and the space is authentically and effortlessly cool and welcoming. Would be my regular spot if I lived in Honolulu.

My husband takes their signature drink to go, while I try their pour overs at their table. The staff taking our order never rushes their customers even if there is a 6:30am line. After coming here a handful of times, I think I prefer their iced latte drinks over their hot lattes. We usually grab a coffee cake too! -- A solid option in the neighborhood and you can see your delicious coffee being prepared. No wifi but people still have the opportunity to read or do some writing on their laptops. The place is kept clean. It does get a little loud so find yourself a spot on the high top table.

Loved the ambience - it gets popular and I can see why. Great for working/reading at, with large windows to let in sunlight. Flat white/latte with Olympia Coffee's Sweetheart - 3.5 stars Decent medium roast but I personally prefer light roasts.