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TRY Coffee

Cafe Coffee shop

😐 Coffee is well priced and the baristas are welcoming! Only problem I have with this place is that I wish they were more transparent about themselves. If you’re a 1 hour coffee shop just say that and make that known. I went to this coffee shop for about 3-4days. First day I got a day pass for the wor... People often mention coffee, space, meeting, coffees, Coffee, staff, great,


Address

1200 Ala Moana Blvd 2nd Floor, Honolulu, HI 96814

Website

try.coffee

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (83 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 6:30 AM to 1 PM
  • Friday: (Good Friday), 6:30 AM to 1 PM, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: 7 AM to 3 PM
  • Sunday: (Easter), 7 AM to 3 PM, Hours might differ
  • Monday: 6:30 AM to 1 PM
  • Tuesday: 6:30 AM to 1 PM
  • Wednesday: 6:30 AM to 1 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: coffee (36) space (8) meeting (7) coffees (6) Coffee (6) staff (6) great (6)
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  • 5/5 Scott C. 1 year ago on Google
    With an owner that's super experienced working in specialty coffee, TRY is always very meticulous about the roasters and the beans that they feature in the shop. It's a multi-roaster store so they rotate their coffee options frequently, and somehow they're always able to secure rare and exciting coffees! Highly recommend visiting multiple times to try different filter coffee options. For those that don't drink black coffee, it's worth noting that they also have some of the best-trained baristas on the island as far as milk-steaming and pouring techniques, so their Cappuccinos and Lattes are super on point as well. Added bonus - there's a nice lanai with plenty of seats.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Garcelle A. 1 year ago on Google
    Coffee is well priced and the baristas are welcoming! Only problem I have with this place is that I wish they were more transparent about themselves. If you’re a 1 hour coffee shop just say that and make that known. I went to this coffee shop for about 3-4days. First day I got a day pass for the workspace which is $29/day. But you don’t need a day pass to access the WiFi. 2nd day I worked all day no problems . 3 rd day I worked, and was pressured to buy coffee..no big deal, coffees not too expensive. 4th day I was told they have a one hour limit even tho there were plenty of tables open. I typically get there around 6:30am so can’t imagine it’ll be packed until 9am. Around 7:45 I was getting pressured to leave. Okay fair enough. Except that I had a meeting at 8am that I needed wifi for and would leave after that. Mid meeting I’m approached by staff and they begin talking to me while I have headphones on and I’m in a meeting. I kindly tell her that I’m in a meeting and she continues to speak to me. Personally, I think this is rude. If someone is in a meeting for their job, I think reminding someone about the 1 hour limit is less of a priority. So going forward please do not to talk to people while they are mid meeting. You never know how important or urgent the meeting is. I will not be coming back due to this exchange but wanted to be transparent about my experience.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alex Y. 2 years ago on Google
    Mindful coffee and food, but this doesn't mean they're snobby about it. A great down to earth human experience, but this doesn't mean they're pushovers. You want the person handling your drink to care about the quality of the ingredients, your wellbeing, and their own standards. You'll find that here!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Marc T. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is definitely no Gem, unless you have been living in a Box 🤣 I'm from Melbourne, Australia a place that sets a World standard in Coffee culture, service and Lattes. Safe to say This place is best avoided. Disgraceful attitude by the Barista as well as the Owner, Yamada. In such a competitive market, there's no excuse for greeting customer's with a disgusting attitude and approach. No Coffee or Venue is worth being talked over, yelled at and being treated with disrespect. I will NOT BE BACK. 🤙🏾 There's so many wonderful cafes with great coffee and wonderful service in the area, like Arvo, Island Vintage Coffee, this place is a Total waste of space.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 James 9 months ago on Google
    My new favorite coffee shop in Honolulu! You can’t beat the 2nd story views and the coffee is delicious and well done. I got a cortado made from their Tatmara Natural and you can really taste the flavors listed in the bag, unlike some other shops that may burn their espressos. Plenty of space/outlets/seats and the bathrooms are clean as well. Add in plenty lanai garden plants and a strong A/C system inside and it can’t be beat! No need to go anywhere else 🌺🤙🏼🌸
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Daniele H. 1 year ago on Google
    Meticulously prepared cortado with a great bean as well. My favorite part of this coffee place is the chilled vibe and the views. Highly recommended
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Parker J. 1 year ago on Google
    Solid cold brew. Outdoor seating only for non-co-working guests. Lovely and mostly quiet.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Julian D. 1 year ago on Google
    Worth trying. The coffee is very good. They take what they do seriously, and service was good. The place is upstairs at the end of the building, which makes it hard to find but also gives you some privacy. It's a fascinating space, with a lanai, unique tables inside, and bookshelves with fascinating books on them. Very idiosyncratic place and well worth checking out!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joseph S. 7 months ago on Google
    Loved this spot. Coffee is on point. Staff is fantastic. I enjoyed chatting with the barista a bit. The outdoor seating is amazing. Tons of plants and comfy seats.

  • 5/5 Bee T. 8 months ago on Google
    Pastry options are a bit limited but honestly if you come here your focus should be on the coffee, which... They have an amazing selection to pick. If you're a basic Starbucks type this might be a little too overwhelming for you.

  • 5/5 David B. 6 months ago on Google
    This specialty coffee shop has a very diverse selection of coffees. Exceptional roasts on the menu. Great ambiance with chess board available and plenty of space to work from home here. Highly recommend this spot.

  • 5/5 Your N. 5 months ago on Google
    This place is a little bit tucked away but they make really yummy coffee. Good spot to study, read, chill, work, have meetings, etc. The staff is also very friendly.

  • 5/5 Ashley S. 10 months ago on Google
    Lovely cafe inside a co-working space with friendly, helpful staff and a great coffee selection of both espresso and manual brews (the pour over I got was delicious).

  • 5/5 Rerona 1 year ago on Google
    Owner and staff all love coffee. Honestly would come here just to chat with them as they are super friendly, and just as enthusiastic about coffee as I am. Owner will regularly bring in coffees from all around the world and also willing to listen to requests! Highly recommend even if you are not a coffee person, as they sometimes carry coffees that really taste different from what you expect. If they don't have any in stock, then they also carry very good teas.

  • 5/5 Henderson C. 1 year ago on Google
    I went in Try My coffee Bistro not knowing anything about different kinds of coffee and different qualities how coffee was made I spoke with Ariel She was very knowledgeable and she informed me about the different kinds of coffee and gave me a demonstration on how different coffees are brewed and the flavors of the coffee's it was a excellent experience If you want to know about the details about coffee stop by try coffee bistro. I will diffinely come back and bring some friends Carty

  • 5/5 Andrew R. 1 year ago on Google
    TRY coffee is my favorite cafe on island because: (1) The drinks are perfect (2) The service and staff are V kind and helpful in answering questions (3) The location is a bit hidden which makes it feel even more special (4) They have bagels every Wednesday morning

  • 5/5 Daniel H. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place to stop and get some work done. Was a small wait for the coffee but it was definitely worth it. If I'm ever back in the city I'll definitely make sure to stop again.

  • 5/5 Pat M. 1 year ago on Google
    Awesome coffee! Very nice staff. I like that they rotate espresso.

  • 5/5 Gabe W. 2 years ago on Google
    Came here 2 days in a row, each time the baristas we're friendly without being over bearing. The espresso and pour overs I had were extracted well and served promptly for for how busy they were. Amazing coffee and great atmosphere.

  • 5/5 Ken W. 2 years ago on Google
    2-2-22: Read about this place a few days ago and was eager to sample their coffee! Really enjoyed the Ethiopian beans. Got a nice cup of lightly roasted coffee with plum 🎵. They only make pour over coffee, which is my preference! Would definitely come back again for more morning coffee!

  • 5/5 Charles B. 3 years ago on Google
    This place is spot-on! The barista/owner actually knows his stuff. Coffee is tasty, and I only had a decaf.

  • 5/5 Nanci A. 2 years ago on Google
    Delicious coffee! I always get Barista’s choice and I’ve never been let down. The space is beautiful. Great vibes, pretty lanai, lots of plants, good music, cool folks.

  • 5/5 Denis C. 2 years ago on Google
    Good coffee served in a unique shared office space with an amazing lanai

  • 5/5 Elizabeth F. 3 years ago on Google
    Latte is delicious! LOVE the outdoor Lenai - lots of space for my meetings and great WiFi

  • 5/5 marisa buhr m. 2 years ago on Google
    TRY is the next big thing. with beautiful execution and creative flexibility, TRY is adventurous, soothing and delicious all at once. something I always appreciate is how much I trust the people behind the bar to serve something both excellent and fun. if you want boring and predictable, try the bean across the street. if you want something with a bit more magic, trust TRY to serve it up with a flair.

  • 3/5 Spring N. 3 years ago on Google
    The tea i got is not good as i thought, but the place design and atmosphere , concept, stuff are pretty nice. Very comfy and this makes ppl come back here.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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