Old Sugar Mill Brand Waialua Coffee — Restaurant in Oʻahu

I recently visited a charming little coffee shop called 'The Sugar Mill' and I must say, it was a truly delightful experience. Not only did I get to enjoy a delicious cup of coffee, but I also learned so much about the history of the sugar mill that the shop is located in.

As soon as I walked into the shop, I was greeted with the warm aroma of freshly brewed coffee and the sight of cozy seating areas and shelves filled with books and trinkets. The ambiance was perfect for a relaxing and educational visit.

I ordered a latte and was pleasantly surprised by the rich and smooth taste. As I sipped on my coffee, I took in the beautiful surroundings and couldn't help but notice the walls adorned with old photographs and artifacts from the sugar mill's past. The owner, who also happened to be the barista, was more than happy to share the stories behind each piece and the history of the sugar mill.

I learned that the sugar mill was built in the late 1800s and was once a booming industry in the area. It was fascinating to hear about the processes involved in producing sugar and the impact it had on the local community. The owner even showed me a video that further enhanced my understanding of the mill's history.

The coffee shop also offers guided tours of the sugar mill, which I took advantage of. It was truly a unique experience to walk through the old buildings and see the equipment used in the past. The tour guide was knowledgeable and passionate about the mill's history, making the tour both informative and enjoyable.

Aside from the coffee and history, the shop also sells locally made products such as jams, honey, and souvenirs. I couldn't resist buying a jar of their homemade jam, which I later enjoyed on my toast the next morning.

Overall, my visit to The Sugar Mill was a memorable one. I left feeling not only caffeinated but also enriched with knowledge about the sugar mill's past. The combination of delicious coffee, cozy ambiance, and fascinating history made this coffee shop a must-visit for anyone in the area. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great cup of coffee and a unique...

Cute (giant!) store filled with great souvenir and gift ideas. It seemed to be family run. A nice young guy welcomed us upon walking in, asked if we’d visited before, and then proceeded to point out different sections of the store before making himself available for any questions. Really friendly! :)

They have a wide selection of local honey and some very interesting varieties. We took home some small jars of ghost pepper and cacao nib-infused Hawaiian honey. Coconut and pineapple-infused dog treats baked at a local bakery will make good gifts for my friends-now-dogparents. There is also a whole wall for their house roasted coffee as beans, ground, flavored blends, and also helpful single-serve drip coffee contraptions that we picked up for our Airbnb. We didn’t ask for samples of their coffee but we saw several other folks try and the staff was happy...

Fantastic place to visit! Plenty of parking. Open as of Aug 7 2020 with COVID procedures in place.

Free coffee samples so a visitor can taste different types of coffee before buying was an aspect I appreciated since during parties I serve high end coffee with great taste.

Coffee tours starting at a coffee tree and then walking through the harvesting and processing of the coffee beans to the finished product was educational.

Tour also includes Cacao (chocolate) processing from the tree to the finished product.

After the tour we were provided free samples of coffee and varieties of chocolate from milk chocolate to dark chocolate.

Tours were free but more importantly highly educational!

Gift shop has an incredible number of souvenirs from post cards to wood carved products.

A must stop place every time I am over on the...