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Black-brick Rise & Grind Coffee Bar entrance with a wood sign, glass door, and leaf-etched windows.
Shop interior with tables, chairs, a Jones Soda cooler, hanging clothes, plants, and string lights.
Cafe seating area with a green plant wall, neon coffee sign, purple table, and ceiling fan.
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Coffee Shop · Tours

Rise & Grind Coffee Bar

A polished, design-forward spot in Kailua with a stunning outdoor lanai and a menu of creative specialty lattes and house-made syrups.

Kailua, Oʻahu Google 4.8 (111 ratings)

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The verdict

Field notes

Upscale boutique Bustling Locals + tourists

A polished, design-forward spot in Kailua with a stunning outdoor lanai and a menu of creative specialty lattes and house-made syrups. It's genuinely good for those who want a cozy, 'living room' vibe to post up and work or catch up with friends over a strawberry shortcake matcha. If you're looking for a quiet, low-key neighborhood hole-in-the-wall, or if you're prioritizing a seamless, professional service experience over a trendy aesthetic, this isn't it.
KopeMaps, field notes
Where it is
heart of Kailua town
What's unique
stunning outdoor lanai and creative house-made syrups
When to go
weekday mornings for a cozy nook to work

Plan the stop

What you can do here

Drink
Plan a cup or tasting
Buy
Online shop
Tour
Tours offered

Who it suits

Best for

  1. Insta moment

    Design-forward aesthetic, 'stunning' outdoor lanai, and creative drinks like strawberry shortcake matcha.

  2. Laptop work

    Multiple reviews mention it's a 'perfect place to study' and 'post up and work' with WiFi.

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The facts

Size
Spaciouslarge space with a living room vibe
Wait
Walk right up
Parking
Paid parking
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor seating
Yes
Pets welcome
Yes
Good for groups
Yes

110 photos

Photos

Shop interior with tables, chairs, a Jones Soda cooler, hanging clothes, plants, and string lights.
Cafe seating area with a green plant wall, neon coffee sign, purple table, and ceiling fan.
Cafe interior with a green plant wall, pink neon sign, wooden tables, and a service counter.
A green ceramic cup of coffee with leaf latte art sits on a wood counter beside a small tree and a chalkboard.
A white cup of dark coffee on a patterned plate, a yellow mug, a metal pitcher of white liquid, and a cactus.
A hand holds a cup of coffee with leaf foam art in a green cafe whose wall reads WAKE UP WITH ALOHA AND coffee.
Black-brick Rise & Grind Coffee Bar entrance with a wood sign, glass door, and leaf-etched windows.
A person in a black top works the espresso machine inside a small coffee shop.
Cafe interior with a yellow armchair, customers at a table, and a counter under chalkboard menus.
A framed chalkboard titled FOOD lists named items and prices, with a second board cropped at the right.
Covered patio lounge with a striped wall, wooden seating, string lights, and a long wooden bar.
Covered patio bar with a long wood counter, patterned cushion stools, string lights, and tropical plants.

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Common questions

Visiting Rise & Grind Coffee Bar

What are Rise & Grind Coffee Bar's hours?

Rise & Grind in Kailua is open Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and Saturday and Sunday from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

Does Rise & Grind have wifi and seating for working?

Yes, Rise & Grind has wifi and is considered quiet enough for focused work. They also have an outdoor lanai where you can sit inside or outside while working or catching up with friends.

Is there parking near Rise & Grind?

Parking near the Oneawa Street location is paid, so plan accordingly when visiting.

Where else can I find Rise & Grind besides the Kailua café?

The original 'little blue coffee trailer' appears at the Kaka'ako Farmers Market on Saturdays and the Kailua Farmers Market on Sundays. The trailer is also available to book for private events.

What is Rise & Grind known for?

Rise & Grind is known for creative specialty lattes featuring house-made syrups—the strawberry shortcake matcha is a frequently noted standout—alongside pastries and other food options.

What's the story behind Rise & Grind?

Rise & Grind started as the 'little blue coffee trailer,' which built a loyal following at markets over nearly two years before the permanent coffee bar at 22 Oneawa Street opened in December 2022. The trailer continues to run at farmers markets and events alongside the café.

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