Founded by Coffee Brew Master Sam Suiter and his wife Natalie, Kai Coffee Hawaii operates a tucked-away outpost on the ground floor of the Hyatt Regency Waikiki, just across Kalakaua from Kuhio Beach. The brand's promise is "Aloha In Every Cup" — and it shows in the unhurried service, the carefully sourced Hawaiian-grown beans, and the signature Kai Latte, a creamy macadamia-nut espresso drink that has quietly become a local favorite. Beyond the lattes, expect proper piccolos, flat whites, pour-overs, and a small lineup of breakfast pastries and sandwiches. The space is small, calm, and air-conditioned — a quiet escape from the Kalakaua scrum and a markedly better cup of coffee than anything else in a one-block radius. Local regulars know.
"Smooth, rich espresso and expertly crafted lattes — high-quality beans and skilled baristas. The signature Kai Latte alone is worth the visit, and it's a real escape from the Kalakaua crowds."