With 93 breakfast spots across Honolulu, mornings here can go in a lot of delicious directions. I pulled together this list so you can cut straight to the best — every ranking is driven by real visitor ratings submitted on NateEatsHawaii, not guesswork.
Fin's Bagels in Kapahulu is one spot I can personally vouch for — hand-rolled, kettle-boiled, and baked fresh daily, their New York-style bagels are the real deal, and they carry the NateEatsHawaii badge as one of my verified picks. Beyond that, you'll find crowd favorites like Barefoot Beach Cafe at Queen's Surf Beach, beloved for its open-air Hawaiian plates and weekend beach BBQ, and Café Kaila, a casual coffeehouse known for hearty breakfast classics like French toast and breakfast quesadillas.
Spots that Nate has personally visited are marked with the NateEatsHawaii badge on the page — look for it as you browse to know which picks come with a first-hand stamp of approval.
The ranking
Top pick1$$Made-to-order burgers with a Hawaiian twist inside Waikiki's Kuhio Avenue Food Hall. The $19 Waimea double is the move — juicy, cooked medium, and not drowning in sauce. Indoor + outdoor seating, now open for breakfast at 8am.
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Authentic New York style bagels in Kapahulu — hand rolled, kettle boiled, baked fresh daily. The Kiawe Smoked Brisket on asiago is the must-order. Best breakfast spot near Waikiki.
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7$$ALOH Health Bar & Cafe brings cafe to Waikiki at a mid-range price point. Lively atmosphere perfect for groups and celebrations.
8$$Outdoor cafe has Hawaiian plates & standard American fare, plus live music & a weekend beach BBQ.
9$$Contemporary venue dishing up a range of local produce on a familiar comfort-style menu.
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11$$Cash-only coffeehouse offering up java, pastries, bagels & other light fare in a relaxed setting.
12$$Casual coffeehouse serves hearty breakfast favorites such as French toast & breakfast quesadillas.
13$$Spacious restaurant with wooden beams and outdoor seating, whipping up Latin American fare.
14$$Hawaiian Monarch Hotel's country-style breakfast & lunch eatery has coffee, eggs Benedict & crêpes.
15Indoor/outdoor café specializing in modern coffee drinks, sandwiches & snacks in a relaxed setting.
16$$Upmarket retailer carrying specialty foods, including prepared dishes, plus home & kitchen items.
17$$Upscale New American fare & craft cocktails served in a stylish, open-air space with a deck & views.
18$Casual diner chain dishing up classic American comfort fare, including all-day breakfast favorites.
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20$$Modern breakfast cafe for classic omelettes, pancakes & coffee, plus signature Taiwanese specials.
21$$Casual eatery with traditional breakfast/brunch staples featuring area-sourced ingredients & syrups.
22$$Casual eatery with traditional breakfast/brunch staples featuring area-sourced ingredients & syrups.
23$$Creative American plates, craft brews, and cocktails are the draw at this stylish, modern restaurant.
24Food Court fare in Waikiki. Food truck park is a well-loved spot.
25$$Straightforward breakfast & lunch venue furnishing pancakes, omelettes & classic entrees.
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27$$Easygoing eatery doling out locavore Hawaiian cuisine in breezy, surfer-themed environs.
28$Family-owned pub & eatery serving nachos, pizza, sandwiches & more in casual, marina-inspired digs.
29$$Cafe fare in Waikiki. Hawaiian Aroma Caffe At Beachcomber Waikiki is a reliable choice and offers outdoor seating.
30Tucked into Waikiki, Hawaiian Aroma Caffe at Waikiki Walls serves breakfast. Look for full bar — known as a solid pick.
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Based on real visitor ratings on NateEatsHawaii, Banzai Burger in Waikiki currently tops the list, known for its made-to-order burgers with a Hawaiian twist inside the Kuhio Avenue Food Hall. Rankings update as new ratings come in, so check back often.
Honolulu has plenty of wallet-friendly morning options — Bogart's Café is a cash-only coffeehouse popular for coffee, pastries, and bagels in a laid-back setting, and Ali'i Coffee Co. has multiple locations around the city for a quick, affordable caffeine fix.
This list is ranked in real time based on visitor ratings submitted to NateEatsHawaii, so the order can shift as new reviews come in. It reflects the current top-rated breakfast spots out of 93 cataloged in Honolulu.
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