Sunrise Coffee & Donuts

Sunrise Coffee & Donuts

Reviews Summary

The consensus is overwhelmingly positive, with most reviewers praising the coffee, acai bowls, and donuts as exceptional. Many highlight the friendly staff, relaxed atmosphere, and ample seating. The avocado toast and specialty drinks like macadamia nut lattes are frequently mentioned as standout items. A few critiques note occasional bitterness in coffee, high prices, or average food quality, but these are outliers. The fresh, made-to-order donuts and unique flavors (like ube or matcha) receive consistent acclaim. Parking is ample, and the vibe is described as cute and welcoming, with some mentioning a resident cat. While a few find portions small or prices steep, the majority consider it a must-visit spot for quality and service.

About This Listing

Who Can Visit?

Most donut shops welcome all ages—perfect for families and kids
Some locations offer sit-down areas, while others are grab-and-go
No prior ordering knowledge needed—staff can help you choose flavors
Casual dress is welcome—some shops may have outdoor seating
Allergy-friendly options may be available (ask in advance)
Group orders and celebrations welcome—pre-orders may be required

*Note: Seating, menu, and accessibility may vary by shop. Contact your local spot for details.*

First-Time Visitors

First-time guests can simply walk in and browse the display or menu. Staff are happy to offer recommendations and explain specialty flavors. Some shops even offer sample bites or combo deals for newcomers.

Common Considerations:

Allergens Some donuts may contain nuts, dairy, or gluten—always ask if unsure
Availability Popular flavors can sell out early, especially on weekends

*Note: Menus and specials may vary. Ask staff or check online for daily options.*

What to Bring

Cash or card—most donut shops accept both, but some are cashless
Phone or camera—perfect for snapping and sharing your sweet finds
Appetite! Fresh donuts are best enjoyed warm and on the spot

*Note: Payment methods and policies vary by location. Check signage or ask staff.*

Preparing for Your Visit

Check store hours and peak times—early visits offer the best selection
Call ahead for large orders or special boxes
Bring friends or coworkers—sharing a dozen is half the fun
Dress casually—many shops are walk-up counters or offer outdoor seating
Leave pets at home unless it’s a pet-friendly location
Check for limited-time flavors, holidays specials, or preorder events
Set a treat budget if you’re shopping with kids
Bring a reusable bag or box if buying in bulk

*Note: Each shop may offer different experiences—check social media for updates.*

How to Get Started

Most shops accept walk-ins! For custom orders, pre-ordering is best. Ask about gift boxes or subscription options.

Other Helpful Info

Visits usually take 10–30 minutes, unless you're sitting down to enjoy
Weekends can be busier—plan ahead for quicker service
Seasonal or limited-edition donuts often rotate monthly
Some locations offer donut decorating kits or workshops
Gift cards, boxes, and party platters are often available

*Note: Features, pricing, and offerings vary by donut shop. Always check ahead.*

Contact Information

Address

3-3716 Kuhio Hwy

Lihue, Hawaii 96766

Hours

Monday 6AM-3:30PM
Tuesday 6AM-3:30PM
Wednesday 6AM-3:30PM
Thursday 6AM-3:30PM
Friday 6AM-3:30PM
Saturday 6:30AM-3:30PM
Sunday 6:30AM-3:30PM

Customer Reviews

Went there for breakfast. It's located off a major street, so you have to be careful when turning into the parking lot due to oncoming traffic. It's a nice, small coffee shack that offers both breakfast and coffee. We tried the monkey toast, which was unique and delicious. The only downside was the server; she seemed to have a bit of an attitude. If someone isn't happy in a service role, perhaps it's not the right fit. Otherwise, the breakfast itself was good.

Cool little place off the side of the road with 2 food truck, one serving coffees and lattes and the other made to order donuts. Ordered avocado toast, coconut latte and 3 donuts. Everything was good but the hot sauce for the toast was ?? and the matcha donut was my favorite.

This is the spot!! If u don?t go here, then your loss!! The best service best Coffee and Amazing A?a? Bowls ever!! I mean girl, top notch fruits , granola, coconut, honey, goji berries I can go on and on! We went there four times we spent five days in Kauai.. Thank you for your kindness your beautiful cat Rosie. May God Bless you and your Amazing business..

Absolutely delicious coffee and food! Super creative flavors. The a?a? bowl, avocado toast, and monkey bread were all delicious. We loved the fresh donuts as well. Vibrant atmosphere with a fun vibe, lots of seating, and an adorable cat! Would 100% recommend sunrise for a great breakfast ??

Amazing place to grab coffee. Staff is friendly and coffee is so smooth. I also got the A?a? bowl with banana and highly recommend it. There is good amount of space for parking seating too. Highly recommend stopping here!

Nice little stop for a sweet treat. Best to get a sample and share we found. The smell of hot oil is a little off putting as you first arrive. However, the doughnuts are clearly fresh and the flavors are fun.

Sunrise Coffee is a fantastic spot! I had a latte with oat milk, and it was absolutely perfect ? smooth, creamy, and full of flavour. The highlight of our visit was meeting their adorable resident cat, Rosie, who added such a charming touch to the experience. We couldn?t resist supporting her by purchasing a sticker/magnet/air freshener pack, which was a lovely way to contribute to her care. Highly recommend stopping by for great coffee and an even better vibe!

The coffee is good. I wish I could say great but it?s just average. The woman serving us was fantastic and when a drink wasn?t what was expected she was great about fixing it to make it more what was desired. The donut place next door was closed but it?s a cute location to take pictures.

Stopped by and grabbed coffees, the cashier was not very friends and seemed like she was busy doing something else and we were inconveniencing her. We asked her to inform us what was in one of the coffees and she very vaguely said ? just spices and milk?. The coffee shop itself is super cute and has very cute aesthetics. The coffee was pretty bitter. We had a better overall experience at the Aloha Roastrey down the street & much cheaper.

Food and coffee at this place was average in taste and expensive. The tables were very dirty! They should consider having napkins and a spray bottle available for people to clean their own tables.

Stopped here for coffee and a quick breakfast before driving to Waimea Canyon. Awesome coffee menu with some really interesting options! Mac nut latte was delish. The avocado toast and bagels were both great. Hard to go wrong with this menu!

Charming food truck with ample seating and a great atmosphere. The donuts were delicious. They?re more bready and not overly sweet, which I appreciate. They definitely have a homemade taste. The avocado toast, however, was a bit disappointing, especially for $13.50. The avocado tasted slightly old, and the toast was overcooked. Despite this, it was still a filling breakfast option.

They make the donuts right when you order them!! The coffee was delish! Hubby got a chai and loved it! We loved that it was locally owned as well!

I loved my stop at Sunrise Coffee! After a morning of adventure, it was refreshing to have some delicious coffee to fuel me for the rest of the day. There are so many amazing flavors! It was hard to choose, but per the recommendation of the friendly staff, I got the White Mocha Toffee Latte and was not disappointed! If you're looking for a cute place to get some great coffee, you definitely want to check this place out!

Omg! Best a?a? bowl ever, get it with peanut butter. Wonderful coffees too!

Delicious good quality coffee! Also the donut was made fresh and very tasty. Had the avocado toast as well, and the hot sauce on the side was amazing, highly recommend! The toast was good, but the avocado was average. No complaints, great place for a quick breakfast.

We drove past this spot a couple times and the place looked inviting. Went here one morning. The place was already getting crowded. One of the owners helped me find a spot to park my car. The service was friendly and fast. We got the avocado toast, bagel with cream cheese and some coffee. They were generous with the avocado on the toast. Liked the taste. The coffee was good and complemented the everything bagel. The owners are very involved and are friendly to talk to. Recommend coming here if you are aroun

Roadside stop, came early around 730am so there was no line. Very large coffee variety menu. If you?re doing both coffee side and donut side, recommend maybe going donuts first as they are made to order. But given there were no people it actually didn?t take long. Avo toast was probably least impressive item but still good.

Great place to have coffee and an a?a? bowl. There is a cat that is as friendly as the staff. Nice seating areas and ample parking for on your way to and from the airport. They take cash and card (cash preferred). Open early.

My family and I stopped here to get breakfast on our way to check out some beaches further north on Kauai. It is the cutest roadside coffee shop! Everyone we spoke with was very friendly while ordering our food and coffee! I got a Twix latte with oatmilk which was amazing, and also ordered the avocado toast as well as an ube donut. The donuts are made to order and so incredibly fresh! They also put an extra one in my box, which I thought was so thoughtful! The avocado toast was also excellent, and I was ver

This seems like a popular roadside stop along the highway. We enjoyed everything we had here. Well we took it for the road there was a great covered spot so enjoy your drinks or a?ai bowls. Parking; there is limited parking in front of the food trucks and seating. But note that there is a well sized parking area just to the right of the caf?. If you get a?ai bowl I highly recommend trying the bee pollen on it as well really added a delicious flavor.

Wanted to support a local business so drove out to Sunrise for breakfast. Got an iced latte at one trailer and a made-to-order chocolate donut from the next trailer. Donut trailer is cash only. Both latte and donut were delicious.

We went to the little coffee hut first. Iced coffees were delicious/10, then went to grab a couple doughnuts and found them a little underwhelming. Aesthetic of the place was so cute and cool, we loved it. Nice spot to sit and have a coffee.

The coffee stand and the Donut shop were in separate buildings on the same lot. The donuts, while expensive at $4.50 a donut were made fresh and absolutely worth it. They had unique flavors, I got the chai & churro. Both fantastic The coffee was $7+ for a medium. It was good but more expensive than I thought it was worth. I got an iced vanilla late.

Loved the iced mocha! It had just the right amount of caffeine to curb the onset of a migraine. Friendly & quick service. We got there at non-rush hours and had no trouble finding parking and picnic table.

Love the Kauai Monkey Smoothie with protien, just learned today I can add a shot of expresso and make it a dirty monkey!!! Love it! Delicious!!

The BEST acai bowls on the island! So fresh with tons of topping options. The granola to acai ratio is perfection not to mention the granola is the perfect crispness and the fruit on top is divine- fresh, and juicy. We visited in February and it was our first stop on our trip this time around. I had to buy a shirt last time because I loved it so much :) Cute vibes, everyone that works here is so friendly and have great energy. Plenty of seating options- if you love acai bowls like we do, this is a must stop

Left side truck is coffee, avo toast and acai bowls. Right side truck (in garage) is fresh made donuts. Cold brew is 4/5 stars, but the acai bowl and avo toast (on organic sourdough) are both quite good. Tried tie Matcha and Chai donuts fresh made, take 5-8 minutes to make. Cool operation. I prefer these donuts to Holy Grail Donuts which tastes too vegetal. Probably the better ?gourmet? donut flavors on the island. Light, airy but sweet and good glaze flavors. 4.50 each or sampler for $15. Good tas

We had the Ube, Dragon Fruit, Churro, and Strawberry Shortcake donuts, and they were all 10/10 amazing. I also tried the avocado toast and the macadamia vanilla latte with the macadamia milk and both were outstanding. Everything tasted so fresh. Donuts are made fresh to order! We took ours to go so this was our view while we ate them. Would highly recommend.

Best donuts I have ever had! Do not pass this little place up while you are on this beautiful island!

Found this cute minimalist cafe on the side of the road. It?s an easy miss, so be careful when you approach! Overpriced for Starbucks quality It?s outdoor and has just two benches. Enough parking for 4-5 cars though. Limited food options - Bagel, Avacado Toast, A?a? Bowl and a wide variety of Coffee. If you?re lucky, there could be other baked goodies, unless the local bakers are on a vacation ? We had - Avacado Toast, Plain Bagel, 2 Macadamia Vanilla Lattes ( Cold and Hot). ?? The Hot Macademia Vanilla

I hate to leave a 4-star review but prepare to pay for every part of your coffee (their recommended milk +$, their recommend flavors +$). I expect to pay more for food in Hawaii, but the $8.50 price for an iced latte was shocking, especially given their ?base? prices on the menu. The coffee was fine; the donuts were great!

Such a great coffee shop! The baristas were so friendly. The coffee tasted great, as did the avocado toast and everything bagel. The pricing seemed very appropriate to us for a small coffee shop + island pricing. Also enjoyed meeting Rosie, the shop cat. 10/10 recommend stopping by if you find yourself on the east coast of the island!

Donuts were made fresh to order!! Absolutely delicious. Light and crispy made in coconut oil. Our favorite was the classic vanilla. We will be back!! ??

We only got the doughnuts here. It IS a different doughnut style that tasted great. May not be for everyone, but I definitely enjoyed it. Edit: I believe the fresh doughnuts are done on the weekends and during the weekdays they are dropped off at the place.

Super cute little Caf?. Really friendly Staff and everything cat themed around the cat Rosie. I can recommend the Avocado Toast with hot sauce. :)

This is the BEST coffee on the island. As someone who lives in coffee central (Los Angeles) this is easily the best I?ve had on the island. I?ve tried around 4 different shops from each side of the island. Sunrise Coffee takes the win for the best cold brew. Wake up early, beat the morning traffic and grab a cold brew with a bagel. You can thank me later. Will be back everyday for the rest of our trip! Tons of parking as a heads up and an outdoor eating area.

I absolutely loved my experience at Sunrise Coffee! The coffee was exceptional, brewed to perfection, and the plant-filled atmosphere created a cozy, welcoming vibe. The presence of Ruby, the adorable cat, added an extra touch of charm. A must-visit spot for coffee enthusiasts and cat lovers alike!

Only so many coffee shops on island. So this is special. These ladies are so sweet and happy! Avocado toast and an eye opening Bullet Coffee! Just be careful pulling in traffic little crazy in the morning! Worth the stop! Veteran stamped and approved. Bring cash get 5% discount!

Great Acia bowl. Added hemp hearts and for a drink the Vanilla Chi Latte. Service is hometown and super friendly. Highly recommended. Thank you!

Unbelievable Avocado toast, berry smoothie and Mac nut latte. Great place for a quick breakfast stop. The service is super fast and the staff is very friendly. The avocado toast is out of this world, yet so so simple

Delicious breakfast on Easter Sunday. Although I typically don?t like flavored coffees I decided to try one. The A?a? was excellent. Vibe is great. Friendly staff, short wait, and if you really like this place there?s t-shirts, tanks, hats and branded drink ware. Nice benches to sit and enjoy the lush greenery. Someone else made a comment on the prices, but I think this is very much in line with Kauai prices in general. This isn?t a ?cheap? island to visit and please bear in mind there was very little tour

Glad we found the out the way coffee truck- it's a delight! There's a few parking spots right in front, but they turn over pretty quickly so even if there's no space to park you could wait a few to see who's finished. Otherwise there is a road just after the turning that people had parked on the verge. They have a full coffee menu, plus bagels, avo toast, pastries, and acai bowls with a range of toppings you can add. AND it's one of the few places I've found on Kauai that has nut free granola- hallelujah!!

Not a good place for breakfast. Didn?t try the coffee. A?a? bowl was smaller than we hoped, and the avocado toast had a strong zing like the oil or something went sour. We thought it was overpriced for what you get.

Nice little spot on the side of the road for iced coffee and a quick bite

Donut size and fluffy texture only depends on the person who is making your order. I thought I was getting a big fluffy vibrant donut like on their insta, but I just skinny rings of was disappointment. The difference is sad. 5$ for a sad ring donut? come on. I thought this would beat holy grail?. But it was holy fail. Decent flavors is just Ube and half decent matcha. Strawberry cheesecake tasted just straight up jam. Chocolate wasn?t special as I thought just some sprinkles of crumb on the top.

Such a cute little spot. Great service. Any kind of milk you could want. Interesting specialty drinks. And purchased a cute tank top. 5/5

Easily was one of our favourite places to grab some a?ai during our month stay on the island. It was filling, fresh and delicious. We also indulged in their avocado toast which was topped with a yummy seasoning and was over a sourdough tasting bread. Yum! For sure take the time one morning to try this place. However a little pricey, it?s worth it here! Happy to support this business any day.

Great local spot. The food, service and atmosphere are all excellent and we will be going back when we are next on the island. All the doughnuts are top notch. Chase provided great service and was very helpful. Loved most of the flavors. Matcha isn?t great. Would love to see a maple bacon on the menu.

This is a must stop, if you want coffee that is flavorful amd made right, this is the place to go! Their Avo Toast is hands down the best on the island and their smiling faces as the get crushed by orders (all the while knocking the orders out perfectly) is the embodiment of the Aloha!!

Cute place, but coffee was a little bitter. I think the person who served us was at the end of her shift...

I had their berry a?ai bowl, it was good. Nice honey topping and a good amount of granola and berries on top. Less fancy visually, but a very yummy bowl. It was a bit more expensive than some other bowls even though there are less toppings in it, likely just because berries are typically more expensive on the island. The bowl was the perfect size for a breakfast, I wouldn?t order any other food items with it unless you plan on sharing. Nice little stop.

Espresso with soy milk was yummy, but not creamy enough. We also got macadamia nut vanilla latte? it tastes like McDonald?s vanilla latte. Not creamy and very artificial vanilla taste, which way overpowers the coffee aroma. Two cups of mediocre coffee (16oz) for $16? Hmmm not sure about this place ??

Amazing spot to stop at, the only thing is that service is a little slow since it was only 2 people taking orders and making them at the same time. The coffee was delicious and I would go back 100%

A nice spot off the side of the road for some quick food. The staff is awesome. There are some picnic tables with umbrellas that are available. A nice touch since it rained while we were here getting breakfast. There are a lot of quick options for breakfast different options for toast and lattes.

This is probably one of the most expensive coffees I have ever drunk, just thinking how it tastes makes me want to throw up! This right here was was $36 no worth the wait! ?? ??when I asked the person to exchange the coffee for me maybe it was just the coffee I ordered she told me that she can only give me a medium instead of the large one I bought and the second coffee was just as nasty as the first one! I think people are just rating the place and not the food instead! Horrible coffee but even more horr

Sunrise coffee is excellent! Their cold brew is insanely good and it has kept me coming back every day. They have a wide range of pastries, coffee, and teas that look to be able to suit anyone's cravings. The employees are super chill and very friendly. I highly recommend stopping by for a sip.

Great coffee truck in a great location! service was fast and excellent! Our barista was sweet and her coffee strong! Much better than Starcups! Next time I'm on Kauai I'll be back.

Cute, fun, and HOLY COW THE DONUTS ARE INSANE! ?? ?? ?? We had a Chai donut and it is pure crack. Think hot, fresh Krispy Kreme with an artisanal flair. The coffee is fine, the donuts are magical.

First and Last stop on Kauai! Couldn?t leave without one last meal of delicious, made to order, donuts with the absolute best frosting. No other donuts can compare

Love the coffee flavors here! We came 4x to this spot!! Check it out you won?t be disappointed!

The coffee beverages we got here were among our very favorites! Their vanilla macadamia nut latte was AMAZING!! I also bought a super cute t-shirt while there. The little trailer unassuming from the outside and easy to miss while driving on the highway, but it?s most definitely worth stopping by. We can?t recommend it more!

Great vibe on our way to Kauai Adventures. There was a sweet cat there too. Mac vanilla latte was 10/10

Cute little coffee shop off the side of the road. The batista are super friendly and there is the sweetest cat that loves tummy scratches. Coffee is nice too.

Not only were the coffee and a?a? bowl SUPER delicious, but the women in the truck were amazing, kind, knowledgeable, and super accommodating about my celiac disease. They let me look at ingredients and washed everything before cutting my fruit, etc. Honestly, it meant so much to me. Thank you!! ??

Great little shop for a quick coffee. Before heading to your next destination on the island. Parking will get tricky depending on how busy it gets.

Great coffee and delicious acai bowl!!! We got the all fruit topped with peanut butter and highly recommend it!

This place was so cool. Cute spot and the service was so friendly and helpful! It also had great music and the coffee was the best I?ve had!

Aloha and Mahalo to the friendly folks at Sunrise Coffee and Donuts! Their coffee is simply divine, and the service is even better. The staff's warm smiles and witty banter made my morning. I can't wait to come back and try their famous donuts next time. Highly recommend!

We were dragging after an early morning start. This was a very welcome stop before heading for the falls. Be alert if leaving the lot to the North, cars can come down the hill pretty quickly and the road is wide because of the turn.

You guys treated me like dirt. All I did was ask for a cold brew with ?light ice? and the woman who poured my drink mocked me after I saw her fill my cup all the way with ice and I asked for less. Then she intentionally poured less in my cup instead of filling it with cold brew to the top. For as much as this place charges for a 16oz cold brew ($7) you should get a full glass of coffee. You treated me like a total malihini when I did nothing to offend you. I never once got the feeling of any aloha spirit fr

Best coffee spot on the island in my opinion. Lots of great options. Tasty coffee. Amazing a?a? bowls and delicious freshly made donuts:) The vibes are immaculate too

I was fortunate to stumble across this GEM of a coffee spot.. Tons of Aloha here you can taste it in the delicious espresso ?? customer service is great and fellow caffeine addicts are always happy to chat ?? I would give more stars ?? but Google only gives us 5.. I?ve had espresso in many countries including Italy and very few compare, it?s that good! Proprietary blend from Imua Roasters.. go here while you?re here you will be a happy sipper!!

The most amazing A?a? bowl. I can?t stop thinking about it. Honestly the best meal I had while in Kauai! Both times we went we had great service too ??

Good cup of coffee and great atmosphere. Fun little roadside stand with covered seating and tropical vibes. We enjoyed meeting Rosey the beautiful tortie cat who enjoys belly rubs.

Quick and yummy place to stop for breakfast and coffee! We loved our Mac nut coffee! Definitely recommend their monkey toast!

We came here on a Sunday because the other coffee shops that were close to us were closed. Points for being open 7 days a week. More importantly, the coffee was great. The owner/barista was friendly and helpful with the menu. I roast coffee at home and have a professional grade espresso machine, I'm also quite picky about great coffee. I had an unflavored 12 oz latte, and it was a perfect balance of dark and bright tasting notes, unlike some others that taste like campfire ash or battery acid. The owner mak

Food was great, coffee was great and the ladies work g there were super cool. Only problem is no donuts on Tuesday and Wednesday :(

That's amazing place for coffee stop! Their latte was really smooth, I added one extra expresso shot and you can taste the good coffee too. We couldn't go any other coffee places after we came here first!

Cute coffee place! I LOVED the a?ai here! 10/10 would recommend and the kitty was so cute! I wasn?t a big fan of the coffee but I did order something I don?t usually do that could be why

My husband and I came here everyday on our honeymoon!!!! We fell in love with this cute coffee shop!

Avacado toast was average while the acai bowl was not great and coffees were not that great too Donuts place was closed when we went

We enjoyed the coffee and monkey toast. Great place!

Really good coffee. Can?t figure out when they make the donuts. Peanut butter banana toast was good.

Delicious Acai bowls, friendly staff, and relaxed surroundings make it a must stop driving around Kauai!!

It's decent coffee, two for $15 Employee...hmm...didn't seem like a morning person and could have a better "bedside" manner. The donut shop next door is much friendlier. Would I go back, nope.

Totally a fun spot to stop by and get some coffee and yummy snack for the road! The picnic tables and shell mural is beautiful! Sweet and knowledgeable barista on the hiking trails!

Really nice place, rural, cozy and tasty coffee ??, good service and price. Highly recommend. Follow my insta for founding more Great place

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