Prime Roast Cafe

212 Merchant St R-2, Honolulu, HI 96813, United States
+1 808-521-7777
$$$ Cafe
(34 Reviews)
Price Range $20–30

Welcome to Prime Roast Cafe, a vibrant gem located at 212 Merchant St R-2, Honolulu, HI 96813. Offering a delightful fusion of comforting café favorites and gourmet dishes, this café is a must-visit for both locals and travelers alike. Step inside, and you’ll instantly feel the warm and inviting atmosphere that encourages you to unwind and indulge in culinary pleasures.

Specializing in prime rib and other hearty classics, the café’s menu features an array of dishes that are bound to tantalize your taste buds. Don’t miss their CINCO de MAYO special—the Prime Rib of Beef Birria Taco, served with flavorful Mexican rice for just US$21.99. This hearty taco brimming with succulent beef is richly spiced, making for a truly indulgent dining experience.

If you’re in the mood for something sweet, treat yourself to the café’s French Style Classic Apple Tarte Tatin, a must-try that promises to leave your palate dancing with joy for only US$13.99. Each layer of this dessert is a delicious embrace of tender apples and rich pastry, perfectly complemented by sweet cream.

Customer reviews rave about the café's offerings, with one satisfied visitor, Jerome Clark, stating, “Meals were all delicious... I had the prime rib French dip, full on slices of real prime cooked perfectly.” Andrew also adds, “The chef and patissier are classically trained, and it shows in the quality.” These endorsements highlight the café’s dedication to exceptional taste and presentation.

For a light yet satisfying start, consider their Classic Caesar Salad adorned with PRC Anchovy Garlic Dressing for US$15.99 or the Soup of the Day, a rich **Clam Chowder** that warms the soul for US$12.99. Each dish is thoughtfully crafted, showcasing fresh ingredients that speak to the quality of the café’s culinary philosophy.

Prime Roast Cafe prides itself on providing not just great food, but also an experience! Visitors like Mana Caceres have praised it as the “Best lunch I’ve had in years,” echoing the charm and attention that this cafe offers consistently.

Whether you're enjoying your meal indoors or soaking up the Hawaiian sun on the outdoor patio, you’ll find that every visit to Prime Roast Cafe is a special occasion. With its remarkable dishes, dedicated service, and cozy ambiance, you’ll want to return to savor more of what they have to offer.

So, the next time you find yourself in Honolulu, treat yourself to the delightful culinary creations at Prime Roast Cafe. Your tastebuds will thank you!

From the business
Identifies as Asian-owned
Service options
Kerbside pickup
No-contact delivery
Delivery
On-site services
Takeaway
Dine-in
Highlights
Fast service
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Accessibility
Assistive hearing loop
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Coffee
Comfort food
Happy-hour food
Organic dishes
Prepared foods
Quick bite
Small plates
Vegan options
Vegetarian options
Dining options
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Dessert
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Family friendly
LGBTQ+ friendly
Transgender safe space
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Paid parking lot
Paid street parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed inside
Dogs allowed outside
Openings Hours

Monday

07:30 AM - 04:00 PM

Tuesday

07:30 AM - 04:00 PM

Wednesday

07:30 AM - 04:00 PM

Thursday

07:30 AM - 04:00 PM

Friday

07:30 AM - 06:00 PM

Saturday

08:30 AM - 07:00 PM

Sunday

Closed

34 Reviews
Jerome Clark

22 Sep 2025

Cute little place tucked into the corner. Service was very prompt, and attentive. Meals were all delicious, I had the prime rib french dip, full on slices of real prime cooked perfectly. Combo came with a nice little salad and the desert was the matcha with strawberry, very tasty. Would 100% come back.

Mana Caceres

17 Sep 2025

Best French Dip Sandwich I've ever had. I really can't wait to go back and try more of the menu. The quality of the food and service reminds me of some of the café I've been to in Ireland, Scotland, and Germany. Best lunch I've had in years.

Andrew

20 Aug 2025

The chef and patissier are classically trained, and it shows in the quality. We ordered the prime rib panini set; the beef was perfect, and the salad was fresh and delicious. The set includes a drink + mini dessert (we chose crème brûlée, and they gave us an extra!). They even split the meal for easy sharing and offered candied orange peels. Regarding price: I can see how it can be considered expensive but it is absolutely worth the price. Service was excellent; we enjoyed a lovely conversation with the staff. The head chef greeted us and wished us well as we left. A wonderful lunch experience!

PB McIntyre

15 Aug 2025

Great prime rib cut to order. Had the combo special (salad, chips, sandwich, dessert and drink) and was full. Parking lot nearby. Desserts are homemade and delicious! Can't wait to come back! Gof mungge!

Peter Z

11 Aug 2025

Prime rib panini was amazing! Meat is super tender and juicy. Bread was perfectly crisp. House made potato salad paired perfectly. Will definitely return!

Gloire Bora

01 Aug 2025

I came here with my wife and son on our vacation, it was only us so I felt like we had a private chef to ourselves. The prime rib was great, I ate everything

Fabian Rios

30 Jul 2025

On behalf of my family, I want to highlight this restaurant. We’re tourists visiting from California, and we were absolutely blown away by the food. Every dish was top quality, with flavors that were truly unique. We were not only impressed by the cuisine, but also by the warmth of the owners—an exceptional couple. They took the time to show our young kids around the kitchen, shared stories about their culinary roots, and even revealed a few of their secrets. Such wonderful people! If you get the chance, don’t think twice—go. We tried the French onion soup and the prime rib cut (yes, it’s truly prime quality!). And whatever you do, please save room for the apple tart tatin—it’s incredible!

Coriat Grave

01 Jun 2025

This place is special. It's difficult to describe; there's good, there's delicious, and there's some surreal ascendant luxury this rate place achieved so consistently. I will admit I'm biased - I've enjoyed this chef's cuisine for over a decade, but every aspect of what he serves now proves that he honors and cherishes every step he's ever taken. Treat yourself. Try the tarte tatin, it's life-changing. ^~^

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