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Lion Coffee / Lion Cafe and General Store
1555 Kalani St, Honolulu, HI 96817, United States
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Lion Coffee / Lion Cafe and General Store
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Mo
Review №1

Fresh coffee and good price. Quiet place for medium talk. I love to come here.

Kr
Review №2

Partly went here because my last name is Lyons and I love lions...the service and coffee here will not disappoint! Tasty latte and cold brews!

Da
Review №3

I specifically came here to check out the store and to do the tour. I had a wonderful touring experience and a professional team. Listening to the past and seeing how the factory looks from roasting the beans to packing the finished product was amazing. They gave a little souvenir at the end of the tour which is a small bag of Lion s original international blend coffee, one tea bag, and a coupon to be used in the shop.

Ha
Review №4

Honestly some of the best coffee me and my family have ever had! Perfectly sweet, but not too much to make you feel sick. The hot chocolate had a wonderful flavor and the two ladies working the counter were so kind and amazing the whole time we were in the store! Definitely coming back with friends next time!

Be
Review №5

I enjoyed myself and the coffee. The tour happens M-F at 1030 and 1230. It was interesting and you get 10% off. Nice way to spend an hour

A.
Review №6

I have been a fan of Lion Coffee for years. Every time I visit Honolulu I load up. This time we got a chance to go on the factory tour. Turned out there were the only the two of us so we had a private tour. The guide was very informative. We learned about the history of Lion Coffee and the process from start to finish. The smell of coffee in the factory was intoxicating!Parking - They have covered parking in what looks like the warehouse of a gazillion coffee machines. Very interesting.The coffee is not cheap but it was worth it, especially the 100% Kona. We got a 10% off coupon for being tour participant, but at the cashier there was some confusion as to what was covered by the coupon. We ended up paying full price for most. Not a huge deal but would help if the terms were clearly printed on the coupons.

Ke
Review №7

Lion coffee sells coffee for events. Can pay a deposit on these aeropress and choose whatever coffee you want.New lion is not as cool as the old one, but progress, right? Everything changes.Seems like more seating with the updated cafe area.They now have hot bentos and musubis, premade, in addition to the small cold selection and breads and cookies.Factory Tour available in English and Japanese.

Er
Review №8

Great coffee! Nice and helpful staff. Large variety of coffees including a number of Chefs Blends like Sam Choy, Roy Yamaguchi, and Alan Wong. Parking is a challenge. Somehow tourists manage to find their way there and seem to enjoy he coffee and shopping.

Si
Review №9

Nice relaxing place to get some good coffee and maybe but some gifts.

Er
Review №10

Great service. Awesome coffee and non-coffee drinks. Friendly and helpful staff. Parking just down the street in adjacent bay. Its labeled lion customer parking.

St
Review №11

We’ve been hooked on this coffee since we tried the free sample in our hotel in Hawaii on our honeymoon! Our fav is the vanilla macadamia whole bean. It’s strong and got a smooth flavor that is not overpowering! ♥️

Gr
Review №12

We used to be big fans of Lion Coffee. We were fans so long ago, they used to sell 100% Kona coffee in the red bags. Then, their quality fell so low we stopped buying (we live in CA). We tried it again in 2020 as a Xmas present. The 100% Kona is still good but the coffee in the red bags is not even as good a Folgers or Yuban. Sorry guys, we are never going to buy from you again. You used to sell a GREAT product. Now, its just over-priced. Try going back to your old business model. Lion was a great coffee company at one time.

No
Review №13

Cool coffee shop in their own warehouse, good desserts and brand gear with some t shirts, hats and of course lots of coffee!

Va
Review №14

Got a large vanilla mac iced coffee with soy milk for $2. Parking was easy in the lot just past the store, I almost left because I couldnt find parking out front but then I saw the customer parking. Nice atmosphere!

Ed
Review №15

Great product and service.

Au
Review №16

CUSTOMER PARKING AVAILABLE 3 DOORS DOWN! This cool urban setting is qorth the visit. My husband had tried Lions Toasted Coconut coffee in Kailua, so we decided to check out the cafe. It is a really neat setup with all the roasting equipment right there in the warehouse. They even had free grounds available in the parking area in a wheelbarrow.Didnt get to take the tour as we were heading to the airport, but spent some time in the cafe and really enjoyed it. Great stop for gifts and good coffee. You can sample almost all of the coffee before you decide which one to get a big cup with.The light-medium roasts were my favorite. They also have nitro cold brew, but it wasnt my favorite.Highly recommend!

An
Review №17

Lions Coffee can be found throughout many ABC and stores in Waikiki. This is their factory store, which also offers a cafe. They have a good assortment of coffee grounds (whole beans & grounded) available, and offer samples for you to try! They also have merchandise such as key chains & shirts available that would make great souvenirs. Check them out if you love coffee!

Da
Review №18

This place is amazing!! Got everything I ever wanted!!

Pa
Review №19

This was an unexpected little treasure! Great little cafe cute goods and there is a free tour! The staff was super lovely as well especially our Guide Ai. Would recommend to go shopping after the tour because there is a little coupon they give together with a little coffee and tea gift. Also would recommend taking a short walk to Kamehameha Bakery just a few minutes away!

Mi
Review №20

Local coffee and quite possibly the most iconic logo in Honolulu’s rapidly changing environment! Go check out the coffee place. It’s in an industrial area and the parking is weird street parking but the truth is that’s Oahu in a nutshell. Quit whining about it! It’s an island. Go have some coffee and get amped up on caffeine so you can go hike the pink pillbox!

Tj
Review №21

Great espresso drinks. Cool atmosphere, and super cheap. Have a special every day for less than 3 bucks, and Ive never paid over 5 for anything. Also cups are pretty much a large at most places. Have taster coffees. Also its attached to their roasting facility, I just wish they did roasting dates on their bags, and fresh grind/ pour over. But best Hawaii coffee shop Ive found in Honolulu area.

Ry
Review №22

They had really great coffee! Loved the store and the staff was nice too! A little out of the way but with the stop.

Ja
Review №23

This is a fun place to go with older kids. They have to be 12 years old or older to get into the factory, but the receptionist was very nice to us and my younger children, and we got a pile of samples! Everything looks and smells beautiful.

Bl
Review №24

Good coffee for decent price. However, they should do better with service. I used a coupon for discount(a while ago) but the server charged me with full price. When I pointed that out, she gave me no apologies but just the money. Very tall lady. Probably newbie? Customer service should include some manners.

Ed
Review №25

This is a great out of the way coffee shop. Parking is tight but available in the area. At 6 dollars the ceramic coffee cups are a great gift (actually not cheaply made either). Coffee is good and they give tours in the facility.

rh
Review №26

Nice little coffee shop. Parking can be difficult in this part of town, its quite an industrial area. Service is always fast and friendly. The coffee is only so-so, but the internet is good.

Er
Review №27

Great little time killer while waiting for a flight. The tour takes about 30 minutes at about 12:30, you get to see some of the machines in action. Worth the visit to pick up some delicious coffee before heading back home.

Ka
Review №28

We love this coffee, the lion premium gold roast . We Never taste a coffee that taste good and we didnt buy it was a gift from my brother and sister in law they whent to Hawaii and they bought it for us . Now we want more so we are going to buy it before the one my brother bought us is gone 👌💯

Aa
Review №29

This is the coffee youll drink island-wide if youre not in a Starbucks. Spacious coffee shop connected to the roasting and production facility, tours offered at 10:30 and 12:30, M-F. Extensive coffee selection at the cafe, and beans for purchase to take home. Drink like a local!

jo
Review №30

I was here near every day when I lived on Oahu. Love the atmosphere and the rotating blends of coffee (selections changed every day); I would always wait for my favorite blend, Irish Coffee. Also loved the 100% Kona and Antioxidant blend. I will be back one day.

We
Review №31

Hidden gem of a cafe. Delicious cold coffee options. Would have been fun to do factory tour, but was in a hurry. Hopefully will come back the next time Im in Honolulu.

Ro
Review №32

If only a Lion Coffee Shop were at every corner instead of Starb...., coffee lovers would be extremely pleased. Will definitely miss this spot when it is time to move again.

Ch
Review №33

Delecious, cheap cold brew here. Also, its never too crowded and the employees are always happy and kind. My favorite coffee place on Oahu.

ro
Review №34

Lyon coffee purchased recently appeared adultrated with non coffee flavors possibly from grinding machine. Terrible experience.

Ch
Review №35

My daughter introduced me to their frappe chilla I think its called . Best damn frap I had in a while. With a cute sweet setting and also a peaceful place it was a good idea to come here. Much cheaper than Starbucks too. It was just great to have quality coffee, in a noncrowded cafe, for a really really cheap price. Ive been craving it since but havent gotten around to getting back there.

F
Review №36

Good place to chill, coffee selection can be better though. Will definitely come again.

Kr
Review №37

Personally, I really love Lion Cafe and General Store. If you work in Kalihi, you KNOW theres a shortage of caffeine sources, so Lions is perfect! Theres a ton of parking, whether it be in their space or on the street, and theres a lot of room, so most people who stop in are able to get a seat. I just love the vibe of this place. The cute and somewhat rustic warehouse vibe that it has, and the lingering smell of coffee. Its fun too because they do tours, though Ive never been on one, Id like to someday! You see tourists and locals here, which just enhances the Hawaii vibe that this place has. I also enjoy the drinks Ive had, and Ive had a few! Sometimes we do a group order here at my workplace, and its fun to see the different drinks everyone gets. Matcha lattes, Americanos, Caramel Macchiatos.. Yum! I love their specialty drinks that occur each day of the week, so check those out for sure! Im excited to take my friends here when they get back to the islands. Ill be back!

Du
Review №38

Recently remodeled and love the new vibe. Great local coffee with friendly staff!

Ja
Review №39

Recently remodeled café area, so much nicer now and more seating.

Ma
Review №40

Great little hidden Cafe in Kalihi. Awesome atmosphere, staff and service.

ea
Review №41

Helpful staff, good coffee, one of the few places in kaliki with free wifi.

Bo
Review №42

Young cashier seemed annoyed when I took a few minutes to place my order. Best deal on 100% Kona whole bean coffee 24 ounces $53

M.
Review №43

Excellent coffee with an amazing staff and a wonderful tour!

Po
Review №44

Fast friendly service love the coffee and spam musubi

Sa
Review №45

They do roastery tours at 10:30 & 12:30. Great local coffee. They even have matcha frappes so Starbucks aint got nothin on them! Its also less than 10 minutes from the airport.

Ma
Review №46

Quick, yummy and cheap coffee fix. Parking is to the left of the cafe entrance,.

Ti
Review №47

The smell of roasting coffee walking from the parking is amazing

Zo
Review №48

Great coffee, friendly service & good price.

Jo
Review №49

This place has the best cold brew in all 50 states... for $1.75.

Yv
Review №50

Nice and relaxing. Delicious micha latte.

Er
Review №51

Best coffee in town at the best prices. Processed right in the heart of Kalihi

Er
Review №52

Best coffee in town and without the franchise prices you pay at the other places. Plus, I work here - great place!

So
Review №53

One of my very favorite coffee shops in Hawaii. Love the cozy, inviting, days gone by ambiance.

Gr
Review №54

Best coffee in town! Fav in Honolulu and still best prices!

JO
Review №55

Best coffee ever..☕Lion Gold

Ma
Review №56

A great local place!

Mr
Review №57

Great coffee and flavor selection.

Ka
Review №58

Miss this place, would come here before work

s
Review №59

They are always very friendly.

ma
Review №60

The tour is a must do!

Jo
Review №61

Great coffee

Ni
Review №62

Cold chocolate

エヌ
Review №63

I was asked to give a souvenir of Lion Coffee, so I visited the plant for a tour. The guide was very friendly and kind and made me feel good. Naturally, in JapaneseThe factory tour is free, so why not visit once?

BO
Review №64

工場地帯にあるコーヒー工場付属のカフェです。オリジナルグッズが豊富で、ハワイ好きへの良いお土産が買えます。

So
Review №65

A staple of Hawaiis souvenirs, it is a retail store with a plant of Lion Coffee.As it is, there is only Honmotoyama, and there are also flavors that are not sold to ABC STORE or Walmart.You can also purchase Royal Kona Coffee under the Lion Coffee umbrella.Factory tours are also possible. Monday-Friday 10:30, 12:30 twice.Go to the store and apply directly.It can be used as a cafe as usual, so its good to stop in the middle of the drive. The parking lot is lined with shops and is in the warehouse on the left towards the shops.

K
Review №66

Take a factory tour of Lion Coffee, a famous icon of HawaiiI heard a lot of interesting stories.Note thatUnder 12 years old can not participate in the tourThere is a parking lot, but it is in the warehouse w There is a signboard at the warehouse entrance in front of the factory (on the Honolulu side).Coffee (green package) with antioxidant effect is very easy to drink and purchased in large quantities. However, they sell only grind, not beans.

ta
Review №67

Rostory plant of famous Ryan coffee in Japan. I know that the coffee plant is on the Kona side. I went to the homepage to get a tour, but fortunately I was able to tour the day with only two Japanese and our party. It takes about 30 minutes for the Japanese staff to take the tour. If you are Japanese, please let us know in Japanese. The tour focuses more on the history of coffee from Ryan Cafe than on the coffee tour. It is a matter of course, but it is content to hear at the company public relations hall. The factory is in, but its a quick look at the packaging machine. When you are finished, you will be presented with 45g mini beans. At the café you can buy 10% discount beef on the same day. When you compare it, it is similar to Wal-Mart and I bought the beans, but later Don Quixote is much cheaper. Don Quixote is better to buy beans. Even at the cafe, the roasting date is older than the sale of the mart. If you are wondering about Ryan Coffee, it is not too bad to have a cup of coffee.

Ma
Review №68

I visited by rental car.There is a warehouse about two houses next to the store, and that is the parking lot.The lion coffee business car is parked.The shop itself is not that big, but there is a cafe where you can have coffee on the spot.Check if the factory tour has a fixed time and you need to make a reservation.The attached shop sells a lot of coffee and eco bags.You can sample several types of coffee, so you can decide after drinking, but not all types, so dont expect it.Also, it was lukewarm coffee, not freshly brewed.Is it a hot topic in cafes these days? I had nitro cold brew coffee.Its coffee with nitrogen, but its not as tingling as carbonic acid.Somehow, it didnt contain cream, but it felt creamy when I drank it.

ya
Review №69

We went to the factory tour. At Lea Lea trolley, get off at Nicos Pier 38 and walk for about 15 minutes. Factory tours are available from Monday to Friday from 10:30 and 12:30. Its worth trying.

to
Review №70

I didnt have time for the factory tour.In this area, I draw my eyes.There is a parking lot in the factory.The character of the lion is cute.There is a tasting pot in the store. Its like being on the first floor of a duty free shop.It seems that buying coffee here is not cheap, so I bought it at the drug store for souvenirs.

ER
Review №71

Even if you do not like coffee please do go.Tour tour in Japanese twice a day. 10: 30 is recommended.Direct at TheBus 42 from the stop near Waikiki Marugame.If you can see McDonald on your right hand, I get off at the next stop and it takes about 3 minutes.Please enter the name, melado (can be abandoned) on the terminal that puts the store before the tour, paste the paper that came out of the printer on your chest, wait until the time tasting.Shopping is a discount ticket after the tour, so w laterAfter this we return to the bus stop where we came and we can go straight at TheBus 52 with Doutor and Haleiwa.I got off at the weed of Haleiwa and had lunch at McDonald.You can open the toilet when you call out to a clerk. Walk along the street towards the coast.After walking around Haleiwa Alii Beach, from the bus stop by the sea,Lets reach the sunset beach at TheBus 55. Please be careful as there is a tent village on the right side of Haleiwa Aliy · Beach.Both Haleiwa Alii Beach have beautiful toilets.On the way back, TheBus 55 is direct to Ala Moana.

ap
Review №72

Factory tours should definitely go (^ 0_0 ^)It is funYou can buy a souvenir at the end as you can visit the history of Lion Coffee, visit the inside of the factory, sample delicious coffee, and receive 10% discount vouchers for cute goods and coffee.

k
Review №73

The smell of coffee from the moment you get off the car ♪ There is a tour course that Japanese staff will explain in a very easy-to-understand manner, so it is safe even if you are not good at English.Can you buy only here? Small coffees are also available that are ideal for souvenirs.Also, there are about 6 kinds of daily changes + precious peaberry tastings, maybe you find your favorite?

H
Review №74

Whether its not listed in the tourist guidebook, its always loco, no matter where you go.There is also a direct sales shop at the Lion Coffee factory.Thats right, but the product lineup is abundant.Since there are many variations in size, souvenirs for distribution can be arranged according to rank.Of course you can order coffee, and there is a miscellaneous (with familiar) table corner.When you go to Hawaii, you visit once during your stay.If you have a car, on the way from Waikiki, one of the recommended ways to spend the day is to buy a malasada at a popular Leonards bakery and take a coffee here.

11
Review №75

Since only Japanese people visited the factory, Japanese people gave me guidance. It is cheaper to buy at other stores but souvenir coffee is purchased here. Peaberry does not fall on the Japanese Internet because it is the same price. But I love peaberry and cow coffee!

ta
Review №76

Its in a slightly confusing place.Although it may not be so troublesome, I was stabbed by a careful explanation of the factory tour.Although it is a smaller factory than I thought, Lion Coffee and Royal Kona Coffee are shipped from around the world.I didnt know that Royal Kona Coffee is made by the same company as Lion Coffee.

瑞穂
Review №77

The tour in the factory was interestingIt is very rare to visit a coffee factory and I definitely recommend itThere were souvenirs.There was also a tasting (secret?

Mi
Review №78

A roasting factory tour tour in Japanese is free and a souvenir is included!In the cafe you can also taste and shop.

hi
Review №79

A coffee shop that I found when I was hanging out on the Saveway.I was glad that I could buy my favorite coffee after tasting (^ o ^)Its a good place to have a good coffee for just $ 2. I want to go again (⌒-⌒)

Ta
Review №80

You can have coffee slowly.

KJ
Review №81

It was renewed and became beautiful.There is also a cafe.When I return home, I will buy coffee beans and go home.

k
Review №82

들어가면 들어가면 커피 향이 나서 좋아요! 하지만 내용 은 없고 없고 시간 도 짧아요. 짧아요 커피 에 대해 대해 했는데 설명 해주신 분 은 모르겠다 고 잘 모르겠다 고 하셨고 었어요 ㅠI heard the explanation in Japanese. I asked a question about Lion Coffee, but I didnt have a good impression. I had the same impression during the tour, and I felt the desire to finish it as soon as possible. Thats too bad.

Si
Review №83

It is close to the airport.The red building is a landmark in the factory area. Factory tours are free, but English-only guides. For me, who loves coffee, the aroma of roasting was the best.The honey latte at lioncafe had plenty of whipped cream, but it wasnt too sweet and it was delicious with the astringency and depth of Kona coffee!

Ta
Review №84

Coffee is strong and dry.

No
Review №85

When the acquaintance comes from Japan it is a tourist course of the iron plate. However, since it is all open to the point, it is becoming worried that this is Oyoi, is it not necessary to keep it secret? . . .It is a company of Hawaiian that is a big stone.I will search and upload pictures.So, if you posted photos, you do not seem to post pictures of factory tours.

yu
Review №86

I took a bus because I wanted to visit the factory. There were various flavors of souvenirs and they were great. Lion coffee is a must-have coffee in Hawaii, so Im glad I went.

Hi
Review №87

If you buy it in Japan, you can get expensive lion coffee cheaply locally. I think this is the flavor coffee. Tasting is also okay.

al
Review №88

The factory tour was not able to participate because there were children, but the goods of Lion were cute! ! It was good to come here. Frappuccino was delicious! !

Hi
Review №89

It is hard to go without a car, but there is no parking.The inside of the shop is quiet and spacious, and you can drink the coffee you bought.

Jo
Review №90

A factory tour is also available. There is coffee tasting.

Hi
Review №91

Since it was open from early morning, I tried to get up early.There are various types of coffee and souvenirs.

タカ
Review №92

You can enjoy the good scent of coffee from outside the shop or factory. You can sample your favorite coffee at the shop.

青木
Review №93

Wheelchair 0 stage

小林
Review №94

Many types, tasting available!

co
Review №95

A factory tour is recommended. If you have Japanese staff, you can also receive Japanese.

林達
Review №96

The warehouse is a parking lot.

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  • Address:1555 Kalani St, Honolulu, HI 96817, United States
  • Site:https://lioncoffee.com/lion-cafe/
  • Phone:+1 800-338-8353
Categories
  • Coffee shop
  • Cafe
  • Coffee roasters
  • Coffee store
  • Coffee wholesaler
  • Tea house
Working hours
  • Monday:7AM–2PM
  • Tuesday:7AM–2PM
  • Wednesday:Closed
  • Thursday:Closed
  • Friday:Closed
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:7AM–2PM
Service options
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Delivery:No
  • Dine-in:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great tea selection:Yes
Popular for
  • Solo dining:Yes
  • Good for working on laptop:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom:Yes
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
Dining options
  • Dessert:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
  • Historic:Yes
Crowd
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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