Sweet Manoa Cafe & Bistro
1102 Bishop St, Honolulu, HI
Crema's Take
“Tucked near the HPU campus, Sweet Manoa is a genuinely warm neighborhood gem where the staff treats you like a regular from day one, with baristas who craft thoughtful espresso drinks and a kitchen turning out soufflé pancakes and omurice that deserve the hype. The cafe strikes that perfect balance between serious coffee craftsmanship and approachable comfort—whether you're lingering over a specialty drink solo or gathering with friends over their full breakfast menu, the whole operation hums with authentic hospitality that keeps people coming back.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
What a gem! I've been to Sweet Manoa a few times and they have been consistently very good and their staff are genuinely some of the friendliest we've encountered — warm, attentive, and full of that signature Aloha spirit. I went with the ham and egg on toast which was delicious…
Super friendly staff, it's like they know you personally and they are always smiling. The egg, ham and cheese croissant I ordered was missing the cheese. I ordered online and picked it up. It was ready when I arrived but I was disappointed it was very dry. The pumpkin latte was…
Sweet Manoa Cafe is such a sweet little cafe with absolutely lovely staff. I met Chef May and front of house Bliss, both were so kind and sweet. I got their omurice with a side of bacon and the raspberry tart latte. The omurice is very saucy and sweet, and a generous portion.…
NOT recommended. The store does not match their past reviews at all. Feels like a completely different store. They said they are in soft opening for some reason and none of the staff there knows what they are doing. Waited 40 mins for our simple orders of pancake and omelette.…
ADORABLE AND DELICIOUS! The drinks and food are amazing, best local cafe near HPU campus. Coffee and espresso alone is perfect quality. The sandwiches and soufflé pancakes are to die for, the the cute and clean aesthetic make you want to stay longer. Will be my new coffee spot!
Crema Reviews
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