One of my favorite parts of vacation is visiting local coffee shops and there are plenty in Hawaii. New ones opening every day! But Island Vintage has been around for awhile and earned its spot in my rotation when I’m staying in Waikiki or Ka’anapali on Maui.

The vibe here is casual grab and go (or grab and sit if you can snag a table), and they’re known for two things really… their coffee drinks AND their acai bowls. Which is perfect because I love when I can get good coffee and breakfast at the same spot (not always a given).

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Who This Spot Is Perfect For…

This is always one of my favorite quick breakfast spots whenever I’m staying within walking distance. There’s a location in Waikiki at the Royal Hawaiian Center, which makes it an easy stop if you’re staying anywhere nearby and want something fast before heading to the beach or out on the day’s adventure.

I also love the one on Maui at Whalers Village on Ka’anapali Beach… if I’m staying in that area, I’ll wander over to grab coffee and then take it on a walk along the beach. It’s basically my version of a morning ritual when I’m there.

It’s perfect for anyone who wants a quick, no fuss breakfast without sitting down for a full meal. It’s not a sit down breakfast spot or anything fancy…it’s purely a “fuel up and go enjoy your day” kind of place. If you’re staying near Waikiki or Ka’anapali and want a reliable, tasty breakfast option that won’t eat up half your morning, this is it.

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My personal go to order is their Island Latte. They make a lot of great coffee drinks in general, but that one’s my favorite every single time.

But honestly, the acai bowls might be the real star here. They’ve got different base options and a bunch of topping combos so you can really customize it depending on what you’re in the mood for. It’s one of my favorite acai bowls on the island, and that’s saying something because Hawaii does NOT mess around when it comes to acai bowls.

One tip though…the Waikiki location gets long lines, especially as the morning goes on. So if you’re heading there, go early. Trust me on this one. Also, there’s a location in the Shops at Wailea in south Maui (although there are a few other coffee shops in the area that I usually hit instead when I’m on that part of the island). 

And there are also locations at Ala Moana, Haleiwa, and Kapolei on Oahu. And at King’s Shop on Hawaii’s Big Island. 

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