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This past weekend, my friend and I decided to check out Guieb Café in Kalihi — a small, local-favorite brunch spot that’s been on our radar for a while. We arrived mid-morning and ended up waiting about 10 minutes for a table. Not bad, considering the café's size and apparent popularity among locals.
We ordered two dishes to share: the Ube Haupia French Toast and the Golden Fried Chicken with Poi Mochi Waffle (an extra $3 upgrade).
The French toast was visually stunning — ube anything tends to be Instagram gold — but flavor-wise, it leaned more toward subtle than standout. It wasn’t overly sweet, and while the ube was present, it didn’t steal the show. Still, it was a fun dish to try.
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Now, the golden fried chicken? That was the star of the meal. The skin was perfectly crisp, and the chicken stayed juicy and flavorful all the way through. As for the poi mochi waffle, I honestly couldn’t tell it was made with mochi flour. I even double-checked with the staff to confirm we got the right one. It was fine, but not memorable — especially considering the $3 upcharge.
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Portions were generous, and the staff was friendly and welcoming throughout our visit.
Would I come back? Probably, especially for the fried chicken. Just might skip the waffle next time.
Open Daily 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Guieb Café, Kalihi
1311 North King Street
808-913-2131
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