Business Details
15 Years
experience
Locally Roasted Coffee in Honolulu, HI
Downtown Coffee Honolulu is an independent coffee roaster and coffeehouse dedicated to showcasing the unique qualities of Hawaiian-grown coffee. Since 2011, we have specialized in sourcing 100% Hawaii-grown coffee directly from local farms, including Waialua Estate Coffee, Mauigrown Coffee, and Rusty's Hawaiian Coffee. Our roasting philosophy emphasizes preserving the natural varietal characteristics and inherent sweetness of each bean. Every Saturday, we roast small batches to ensure freshness, offering both traditional and specialty blends like our Dark Roast Blend and 100% Kona Coffee. We maintain strong relationships with local growers to guarantee traceability and quality.During the global pandemic, we remained committed to serving our community while prioritizing health and safety. Our Honolulu location at Pioneer Plaza provides a welcoming space for coffee enthusiasts, with convenient access near Aloha Tower. We offer nationwide shipping through USPS Priority Mail, ensuring customers receive freshly roasted coffee within 3-8 days of ordering. Our menu extends beyond coffee to include Japanese matcha, matcha tortes, and assorted pastries. As a locally owned business, we actively support Hawaii's agricultural community and promote sustainable practices.
Services
Coffee Roasting
Coffeehouse
Shipping
Hawaii-Grown Coffee
Saturday Roasting
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We source 100% Hawaii-grown coffee directly from local farms
- Our Saturday roasting ensures maximum freshness for every batch
- We maintain traceability from bean to cup through direct grower relationships
- We offer nationwide shipping with guaranteed delivery within 3-8 days
- We've maintained operations through the pandemic with enhanced safety protocols
Services
Coffee Roasting
We roast 100% Hawaii-grown coffee beans weekly using small-batch techniques that preserve natural flavors. Our process highlights each bean's unique origin characteristics and inherent sweetness. Customers receive freshly roasted coffee within days of processing.
Coffeehouse
Our Honolulu coffeehouse serves premium 100% Hawaii coffee and espresso alongside Japanese matcha and matcha tortes. The location features a welcoming atmosphere with convenient access near Aloha Tower and downtown Honolulu.
Shipping
We offer nationwide shipping through USPS Priority Mail with guaranteed delivery 3-8 days after ordering. Coffee is roasted within days of shipment, with roast dates clearly marked on all packaging.
Hawaii-Grown Coffee
We exclusively source coffee from Hawaiian farms including Waialua Estate, Mauigrown, and Rusty's Hawaiian Coffee. Direct partnerships ensure quality control and support for local agriculture communities across the islands.
Saturday Roasting
Our roasting schedule maintains freshness through weekly Saturday sessions. This practice allows us to fulfill orders with recently roasted beans while maintaining strict quality standards for all coffee shipments.
People
Fred
Team Member
Fred contributes to daily operations at Downtown Coffee Honolulu, helping maintain quality standards for coffee roasting and customer service in the Honolulu coffeehouse.
Fumiko
Team Member
Fumiko supports the team at Downtown Coffee Honolulu, working with local farmers to source premium Hawaiian coffee beans and assist with roasting operations.
Jon
Team Member
Jon plays a key role in Downtown Coffee Honolulu's operations, managing Saturday roasting schedules and ensuring consistent quality across all coffee products.
Alyssa
Team Member
Alyssa assists with both in-store service and shipping operations at Downtown Coffee Honolulu, helping maintain efficient order fulfillment and customer satisfaction.
Kaya
Team Member
Kaya contributes to Downtown Coffee Honolulu's daily activities, supporting both coffeehouse service and packaging operations for shipped coffee orders.
Questions
What types of coffee do you offer?
We offer 100% Hawaii-grown coffee including Dark Roast Blend, Medium Roast Blend, 100% Kona Coffee, and Waialua Light Roast. All beans are sourced directly from Hawaiian farms.
How often do you roast coffee?
We roast coffee weekly every Saturday morning to ensure maximum freshness. Orders are typically shipped the following day.
Do you ship outside Hawaii?
Yes, we offer nationwide shipping through USPS Priority Mail. Orders usually arrive 3-8 days after placing your order, depending on destination.
Where do you source your coffee beans?
We source directly from Hawaiian farms including Waialua Estate Coffee, Mauigrown Coffee, and Rusty's Hawaiian Coffee to ensure quality and local support.
What are your business hours?
Our working hours vary by season and demand. Please check our website or contact us directly at 808.599.5353 for current operating hours.
Are you open during the pandemic?
Yes, we have remained open throughout the pandemic with enhanced safety protocols. We offer both in-store service and contactless shipping options.
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Reviews (7)
Tommy S.
Dec 20, 2021
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This coffee shop is truly a hidden gem. The owner, Fred Hokada, is very friendly and it shows that he is passionate about coffee. Not many coffee shops in Honolulu use 100% Kona or Kau beans in their espresso based drinks (most of them use a blend), but Downtown Coffee does! So far, I've tried their 100% Kona macchiato, 100% Kau macchiato, and also 100% Waialua macchiato. This is definitely my favorite coffee shop in Honolulu. The quality is exceptional, service is personable, and price is reasonable. I highly recommend it.
Rena Tomlinson
Dec 19, 2021
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They roast their own coffee weekly and they use local beans all from Hawaii. This is a great place to pick-up Omiyage or gifts for family and friends. They have wonderful house specialties like Caramel Cappuccino (house made caramel) and 100% Kau Americano. During the holidays, they have a local Holiday Blend plus holiday flavored lattes.
Beatrice Wong
Nov 27, 2021
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A warm, cozy and artisan Hawaiian coffee shop. Friendly and helpful staffs. Great coffee! Delicious pastries. Opened when most know coffee shops closed in downtown.
Adrian H.
Nov 10, 2021
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Was just walking by decided to stop by for a coffee and really glad I chose this place over Starbucks.
Matt N.
Sep 28, 2021
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Some of the best beans I have ever come across in life, ditch your commercial chain cup o mud and experience the real deal, hands-on owner, super nice crew , small batch roasting right at the shop, Fred is a true craftsman and darn good roaster
Hanako H.
Jun 03, 2021
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Everytime I'm in the area, I always get my latte fix here. Always with my fav soy milk unsweetened.
Simple, fresh, and just what I need in the morning.
Simple, fresh, and just what I need in the morning.
Resham G.
Apr 06, 2021
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This place is amazing! I wanted to support a local coffee spot, and the rave reviews led me here early on a weekday morning to get my caffeine fix. I had the most delicious lilikoi-mango scone and solid caramel cappuccino. The folks working there were super friendly, especially the owner Fred, who went above and beyond to help me out with a tricky parking situation. So grateful for his aloha, and can't wait to come back and try their other delicious treats!
