A cozy, community-focused spot in Kualapuu where the hospitality is as warm as the coffee. It's genuinely good for those seeking a local Molokai experience, featuring beans from the farm next door and honey from the island. If you're looking for a polished, high-capacity boutique cafe with plenty of seating, this isn't it—seating is very limited, and the same slow-paced, community vibe is the best part of the {// a bit more specific to the draw})
Worth the drive for local beans and as a stop on the way to the museum.
Uses local Molokai beans from the farm next door; praised by a barista reviewer.
Quiet, community-focused vibe with staff who make you feel like family.
Many reviews mention stopping in for take-out on the way to the airport or beach.
- Hours
- Monday: 7:30 AM 1:00 PM
- Tuesday: 7:30 AM 1:00 PM
- Wednesday: 7:30 AM 1:00 PM
- Thursday: 7:30 AM 1:00 PM
- Friday: Closed
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
- Website
- friendsandcoffee.com
- Amenities
- Outdoor seating · Free parking
- Address
- 900 Kalae Hwy, Kualapuu, HI 96757, USA
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Visiting Friends and Coffee
What are Friends and Coffee's hours?
Friends and Coffee is open Monday through Thursday, 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM. The shop is closed Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, so weekday morning visits are your only option.
Is there parking at Friends and Coffee?
Free parking is available at the shop on Kalae Hwy in Kualapuu. Arriving by car is the most straightforward approach given the rural location.
Is Friends and Coffee a good spot for remote work?
The atmosphere is quiet and community-focused, which suits solo work. Seating is very limited, though, so extended sessions may be difficult if the shop fills up.
Is there outdoor seating?
Yes, Friends and Coffee has outdoor seating. Given how limited the indoor seating is, the outdoor area is worth considering on a pleasant Molokai morning.
What makes Friends and Coffee stand out on Molokai?
The shop sources beans from the farm next door and features honey from the island, giving it a genuinely hyper-local character. The slow-paced, community-oriented vibe reflects the rhythm of Molokai itself.
Should I arrive early, and what days are best?
Arriving close to the 7:30 AM opening on a weekday is your best bet, since seating is very limited and the shop closes at 1:00 PM. Friday through Sunday the shop is closed entirely.