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Little Fish Coffee Poipu

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·491k reviews·,

A vibrant outdoor coffee shop in Poipu, renowned for its delicious acai bowls, unique coffee drinks, and charming ambiance.

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Little Fish Coffee Poipu

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A vibrant outdoor coffee shop in Poipu, renowned for its delicious acai bowls, unique coffee drinks, and charming ambiance.

4.6
(491k reviews)

"The Mac Nut Lattes were insane and the Açaí bowl was also insane - the best coffee and acai I've ever had!"

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Beat the Rush: Arrive Early

Arrive 15 minutes before opening to avoid long lines and catch a beautiful sunrise. Online ordering is also recommended.

Watch Out for Chickens!

Be mindful of chickens that may try to steal your food; spray bottles are available for deterrence.

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Quick Facts

Closed·Opens Friday 7AM

Cuisine

Coffee shop, Cafe

Price

Mid-range

Phone

(808) 742-2113

Address

2294 Poipu Rd, Koloa, HI 96756, USA

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Açaí Bowls

Açaí Bowls

Vibrant and delicious acai bowls, topped with fresh fruit and granola, are a must-try for a healthy and energizing treat.

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Unique Coffee Creations

Unique Coffee Creations

Indulge in unique coffee drinks like the Mac Nut Latte, featuring creative cold foam and rich flavors that wow coffee lovers.

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Charming Outdoor Seating

Charming Outdoor Seating

Enjoy your meal and drinks in a charming outdoor seating area, surrounded by lush greenery and a peaceful ambiance.

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Little Fish Coffee is one of the best places to go in Kauai. It’s located in Poipu only a couple minutes from the beach. The Mac Nut Lattes were insane and the specialty cold foam today was coconut mac nut. Hands down, the best coffee I’ve ever had and it’s not even close. The Açaí bowl was also insane. I’ve never had an açaí bowl like that before. I got the Pakala Bowl. The breakfast sandwich was...
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Beat the Rush: Arrive Early

Arrive 15 minutes before opening to avoid long lines and catch a beautiful sunrise. Online ordering is also recommended.

Watch Out for Chickens!

Be mindful of chickens that may try to steal your food; spray bottles are available for deterrence.

Little Fish Coffee - great spot to grab coffee and breakfast in Kauai #kauai #hawaii #kauaifood #coffee #littlefishcoffeepoipu
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The cutest coffee shop in Kauai. Little Fish on the south side in Poipu #kauai #kauaihawaii #vacation #coffee #beach
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Online Ordering Recommended

Save time by ordering online, especially during peak hours, to avoid potentially long wait times.

Don't Hesitate to Ask

If items are missing, friendly staff are quick to resolve issues, so don't hesitate to inquire.

Little Fish Coffee has AMAZING açaí bowls!! It’s a MUST! #kauai #hawaii #kauaifood #fyp
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Beat the Rush: Arrive Early

Arrive 15 minutes before opening to avoid long lines and catch a beautiful sunrise. Online ordering is also recommended.

Watch Out for Chickens!

Be mindful of chickens that may try to steal your food; spray bottles are available for deterrence.

Online Ordering Recommended

Save time by ordering online, especially during peak hours, to avoid potentially long wait times.

Don't Hesitate to Ask

If items are missing, friendly staff are quick to resolve issues, so don't hesitate to inquire.

What Travellers Say

4.6
(491k reviews)

Reviews Summary

Little Fish Coffee is a popular spot known for its delicious acai bowls and creative coffee drinks, with a charming outdoor seating area. While the food and beverages are consistently praised, some guests mention long wait times and occasional issues with service staff seeming rushed or uninterested. Online ordering is recommended to bypass queues.

"One of my favorite spots on my trip. The garden sandwich (on an everything bagel) was absolutely delicious.

Plenty of parking, they have a small lot but there's a big area for public parking near the road. Lots of picnic tables to sit and eat.

Be prepared to wait in line, it's a popular spot. We got there 5 min after they opened and waited in line 30+ minutes on a Tuesday. Once we ordered, we got our food and drinks almost immediately."

Becky Onifer

"Good food, lots of seating most of it is not covered, the bathrooms are a portapotty in the back, I have no idea if it's public or not. The line is very long it starts before it opens, highly recommend ordering online. Overall 9 out of 10"

Levi Schultz

"Little Fish Coffee Company is one of those spots we almost always go to when we are staying at the Marriott across the street. It is a popular breakfast spot and the line is always long, usually a 20 to 30 minute wait just to place your order. It looks daunting at first but they move fast once you order and food usually comes out in about 5 to 10 minutes which is impressive given how busy they always are.
This time I ordered a bagel with their sun dried tomato spread and it was excellent. The spread had great flavor and the bagel itself was toasted perfectly with a nice crunch. Bagels with their homemade spreads are always a go to for me here. I also ordered the Spartan smoothie which was packed with protein and spinach and still had an awesome flavor that I was really happy with. My sister in law got the banana colada smoothie and added strawberries which made it sweeter and a nice balance with the pineapple. We both also had their matcha lattes and those were great too. Smooth, not bitter, and a really good balance of matcha and milk.
The food and drinks here are consistently solid and one of the reasons we keep coming back every year. The one downside, and really the reason I cannot rate it higher, is the staff. Almost every time we go the people at the register or handing out the orders seem rushed, abrupt, or even uninterested in customers. I understand they are busy and only open in the mornings until about midday, but sometimes it comes across as unkind or dismissive. We have seen a few altercations with other customers over incorrect orders and it has even happened to us in the past which is frustrating.
Overall though, it is still a great breakfast spot for bagels, smoothies, and matcha and I hope that the service improves because the food really is worth it."

Mitchell Neller

What People Like

Incredible acai bowls
Unique and tasty coffee creations
Fresh ingredients

What People Dislike

Long wait times
Service can be rushed/uninterested

Frequently Asked Questions

The acai bowls and unique coffee drinks like the Mac Nut Latte are highly recommended by visitors. Bagel sandwiches and smoothies are also popular choices.

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It's highly recommended to arrive at least 15 minutes before opening or utilize the online ordering system to save time.

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Yes, Little Fish Coffee has a charming outdoor seating area where you can enjoy your food and drinks in a relaxed setting.

Yes, Little Fish Coffee offers several options that cater to vegetarian and vegan diets, particularly their acai bowls and smoothies.

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The restaurant is open daily, typically from early morning until around midday, but it's best to check for current hours.

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The Mac Nut Latte is frequently praised for its unique flavor. Other popular choices include their house coffee and matcha lattes.

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