Vegan
American
Organic
Take-out
Oahu vegan cafe operating since 2010. Offers sweets, sandwiches, entrees, salads and dessert. Confirmed open May 2020. Open Mon-Sat 10:00am-8:00pm. Closed Sun.
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179 Reviews
First Review by vegaholic
Richards_E.C.
Points +532
Being a little lenient but.. - Edit
Peace Cafe:
Read moreGreat service
Food to table: reasonable/quick
Dining: nice mood and positive atmosphere, very vibrant, cheerful decor
Food: BBQ TEMPEH sandwich $15: if I could define “vegan food”- this would be it. Good portion size, pretty filling, they do the tempeh well, adding their own spice and twist on it. It’s not crazy flavorful enough that I can stack up against my favorites, but is still good and worth the try.
Blueberry smoothie (20oz) $12: typical (good)- only slightly less enjoyable due to straw. But that’s partly not their fault
Strawberry cheesecake $7.50: not practical to eat right out of the fridge (frozen solid), after thawing: might be the best part of the meal. 2nd best cheesecake I’ve tried. I liked the bottom layer since it was nutty and added to the taste of the rest.
Price: Reasonable
Parking: Great in comparison to most I’ve been to.
(1st world problem) Could invest in bigger straws, the smoothie was hard/odd to drink through the thin paper straws, seems to be a common trend when I’ve ran into paper straws
Very good, not great, but definitely a little better than fair to me in my humble opinion.
Will try to revisit again in the future😄
Pros: Peace cafe specific variety, Service (workers/food to table), Parking/Decor
Cons: The straw dilemma, Readiness of cold/preserved desserts
Carrie-AnnBurns
Yes I Agree my cheesecake took awhile to thaw but once it did it was a bit better. Very subtle flavour.
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BigBadBo
Points +259
Huge katsu - Edit
I wasn’t expecting the katsu tofu curry to be so big but it could probably feed a couple of people if you want to cut down on costs. Very friendly service but slow (took 30mins mid-afternoon when a small rush came in). Katsu was tasty! YULU lemonade also very nice…like old-fashioned homemade. Cute little cafe on a busy road.
Read morePros: 100% vegan baby, Friendly, Tasty & large portion
Cons: Service a bit slow
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Ryan MTB
Points +477
Friendly staff, OK food, run down restaurant - Edit
The staff were very friendly here, and the food looked amazing, yet unfortunately it tasted just OK, it needs more flavor and hot food should be served HOT, both our Katsu dishes were served at almost room temperature. The space is in serious need of a good thorough cleaning and remodel. The walls, floor etc. are stained with years of dirt.
Read morePros: Friendly staff
Cons: "Hot food" was served at room temperature., Building is old and dirty.
BigBadBo
Strange comment re: the condition of the place. Here a day after you and I would never think to view this place as “stained with years of dirt”. Not true!
Read moreRichards_E.C.
In my opinion, I didn’t notice any of the dirtiness that you mention- they could’ve fixed it since the time that you visited, could be perception too. I can agree with the taste, like I got the BBQ tempeh and it could’ve been more bbq like either a buffalo or standard A1 to boost it- but I still personally think it’s worth the try as a vegan, but if I were to bring a non-vegan friend, I feel as though they would get a new taste, but wouldn’t be impressed or think it’s their favorite food lol
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Plantbasedescape
Points +359
You must go here!!!!! - Edit
Absolutely amazing I got the popeye sandwich and also tried the BBQ Tempeh sandwich and the poke bowl. Best food I have eaten so far! Huge portions and great flavours.
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MiaCohen
Points +978
Yum katsu! - Edit
The staff were really lovely and friendly, and the katsu was delish! So bready and thicc 😍 Would definitely come back to try more of the menu!
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goodroot
Points +60
Whoa! Delicious - Edit
Tempeh katsu was the special. And it was special indeed. Very generous portion, and excellent tastes. This was something new, and had deep, varied flavour. Texture was crispy and delicious. All balanced out with an elegant salad and cool vegetables.
Read morePrices reasonable given size of portion.
Fantastic!
Pros: Grand portion , Deep and interesting flavour, Funky spot with a family vibe
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AviPeretz
Points +30
Great food - Edit
Everything was great, we enjoyed every dish
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Sazmosa
Points +266
Busy, popular, interesting place - Edit
I went on my then partner's birthday for cake. Was really looking forward to going. He was disappointed that there was only mochi cake left at the time. But it seemed like a great place.
Read morePros: Funky reading material at the cafe, Friendly helpful staff, Proper choice as all vegan
Cons: Wanted more variety of cakes , Felt quite crowded inside
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MelissaHorsefeathers
Points +1522
Vegan Treat - Edit
Love this cafe! We tried several different items. I liked or loved them all. The only thing I probably wouldn’t order again is the sampler platter, it was pretty boring. It was mostly just piles of ingredients, like a deconstructed salad of some sort. Their BBQ sauce is odd, but surprisingly tasty. It’s not really a sauce, it’s like tomato past in texture and color.
Read moreMy two favorite things by far were the Katsu (the breading on it is outstanding!) and the Matcha Mochi Sesame brownie things.
Don’t miss trying this place if you’re a vegan in Honolulu!
Pros: Friendly staff, Chill environment, Lots of delicious options
Cons: Serious lack of good seating
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oliviakaiaua
Points +68
Great options + big portions - Edit
I got the katsu curry with tempeh and it was so good! It came with a side salad and mixed brown and black rice. My only complaint would be that the breading was super thick and there was more breading than tempeh. It was also over $20 but they do give pretty big portions. Overall I would love to come back and try more options on their menu!
Read morePros: Big portions, Fully vegan, Very tasty
Cons: Expensive
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rawfit
Points +532
Peace Cafe - Edit
A nice cool spot for lunch, nothing really fancy.
Read moreSalad was refreshing.
Updated from previous review on 2022-08-29
Pros: Vegan, Cool atomsphere
Cons: None noted
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Krys_Kelly
Points +34
BEST SMOOTHIES EVER!!! - Edit
All vegan menu, I got the Tofu Katsu sandwich and my partner got a poké bowl, both were fantastic, but the highlight was the strawberry smoothie- it was the best smoothie I've ever had in my life. Seriously, I wish I had their recipe! Staff was very nice and welcoming, the vibe is great, and the food was awesome with huge portions. Also if I remember correctly they offer a Kama'āina discount here too.
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VeerD
Points +68
Good portions, flavor, textures - Edit
Lots of good options here! We had the tofu katsu curry and the tofu poke, along with the yuzu lemonade and kinako latte. The katsu was crispy on the outside and well flavored. The poke bowl was also well flavored. The kinako (soybean powder) latte was delicious and nutty!
Read moreEach plate had a heaping of food and greens. 2 entrees are likely enough for 3 people! Just under $50 for food and drinks.
Pros: Tasty and well prepared food, Kinako latte, Large portions
Cons: Onion heavy dishes, especially the poke
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nias
Points +46
Friendly staff and delicious food - Edit
We both had the tempeh katsu. What ever they did to the tempeh must’ve involved magic because it was almost like chicken. The breading is very crispy and the sauce was great. The portions are huge so it’s a good thing I have a teenager to help me!
Read morePros: Great vegan options , Variety of drinks and desserts , Huge portions
Cons: Two Katsu plates and drinks came out to $45, Very tiny, not much seating , I can’t come here every day
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Holyguacamole3
Points +194
Awesome! - Edit
We loved the food and drinks! Got: Hanoi sandwich and the Katsu with tofu entree! Both fantastic and highly recommend!! The iced chai latte and black sesame kinako latte were great! I would come back and have these items again or try something new. Everything sounds so good!
Read morePros: Vegan!, Delicious , Nice people
Cons: None
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FeedtheFalcon
Points +48
4 Soy Free Items - Edit
Peaceful Plate was nourishing as my first meal of the day from a day of traveling LA to HNL. I'll have to come back for the Moroccan Soup which is chick pea based. Their Ice Cream Sundae is coconut based and the Mochi Cake is also soy free.
Read morePros: Soy free options are available., All Vegan
Cons: Only a few soy free options.
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toastandjammies
Points +1139
Wholesome and delicious - Edit
The tofu poke bowl was tasty, nourishing, and big enough to share with my husband. Same with the New Yogini. I also tried a kinako latte for the first time and it was so yummy! I definitely recommend stopping in for a healthy lunch.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-07-01
Pros: Easy parking, Diverse menu
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RabbitEars
Points +73
Favorite place - Edit
Wonderful, best vegan food we've had in Honolulu! My fav was the ramen bowl salad, which has a tasty blend of flavors and textures. Peace Cafe is one of those rare places I'd eat at every day if I could.
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plantbasedmotivation
Points +110
I Love The Sandwiches - Edit
Call in an order, and it’ll be ready in 20 min. Thank you for making amazing food!
Read morePros: Great selection of vegan food , Sandwiches are great, If they have any sweets, give them a try
Cons: Need more options for hot sauces.
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petrinemcshane
Points +150
Great food - Edit
Friendly relaxed Hawaiian service
Read morePros: Fees ingredients , Full of flavor , Made to order
Cons: Wait for food but worth the wait , Limited indoor seating
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kayveganyet
Points +66
Good food & service - Edit
No indoor seating but great park nearby. Food was really good and would go back. It was a bit heavy for my taste (I think I just picked something off the menu that was more processed and I eat more WFPB) but lots of options and would try again.
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beachbumz_11
Points +18
Stop by - Edit
Wonderful place to always stop and eat, staff is always energetic and friendly
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Queensnbeans
Points +1538
A vegan gem 🌱💎 - Edit
Frieny staff, extensive and exciting menu. The shop is beautiful and welcoming. The food was delicious!
Read morePros: Fully vegan , Reasonably priced, Super friendly staff
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BrightonMD
Points +1266
Thank you Peace Cafe - Edit
What a gem! Everything vegan from tempeh sandwiches to desserts to coffe and shakes.
Read moreI’m in Honolulu for Thanksgiving and thoroughly enjoyed Peace Cafe’s Thanksgiving takeout.
The meal consisted of a couple slices of a delicious homemade turkey substitute which was less dense than Tofurkey or Field Roast substitutes. Mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, cornbread and real stuffing with gravy complemented the main course perfectly. An apple cake topped off the meal for dessert.
Pros: Delicious meal, Homemade , Large portions
Cons: None
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beeandbee
Points +707
Hidden spot in downtown - Edit
We wanted to save our appetite so we split the Katsu curry. We couldn’t even finish that, big portions - worth the money.
Read morePros: local ingredients, biodegradable packaging + silverware, pretty paintings inside
Guest
vegface
Points +69
Generous portions lots of options - Edit
Nice to have a fully vegan cafe. Portion sizes are big.
Read morePros: Generous portions
Cons: Front of house could be friendlier
Guest
VeganUnicorn1
Points +48
Curry Katsu - Edit
This was a special menu item. I got my Katsu with Tempeh instead of tofu. It was so delicious I ate it twice while on my trip to Hawaii. The menu is small but packed with yummy options.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-10-06
Pros: 100% plant based , Freshly made food
Cons: Limited menu , Take out only
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