Christian M. Kealohanui

Honolulu, Hawaii – there used to be a Starbucks at this location.  And before that I remember it was a cell phone company. 

Paris Baguette was delightful, not only to my tastebuds but to my senses of sight and smell.  What was also interesting was the convenience of this location. For instance, the fact that It’s located in the downtown financial district of Honolulu.  A densely, populated area with lots of foot and vehicular traffic – meaning – it’s an absolutely perfect location! 

According to parisbaguette.com, these cafe’s have been multiplying – part of the TriState area of New Jersey & New York alone have multiple locations to choose from .  “Multiplying” may be an odd word to use in this case, but that’s exactly what success does. It eventually multiplies. And of course there are going to be lots of people in town who are in need of a quick bite to eat and drink before work, or a nice hot coffee for the long ride home.

The Aston Executive Center and 24 Hour fitness both anchor the block. The cafe takes advantage of passerby’s, vehicle pick up/drop off, and foot traffic from the hotel and from 24 hour fitness.  And its wonderful smell precedes itself. Then you walk by and see all of the beautifully arranged pastries and either end up walking right in, or circling back after an appointment. I circled back and ate there twice and both times I had the Cherry Greek Yogurt Croissant, and a LG Hot Chamomile Tea!  This place is for on-the-go individuals who have a lot to get done in a short window of time! Needless to say it was a busy weekend for me.

Do they have seating?  Not on the inside, but there’s a courtyard between the cafe and the hotel parking structure with round tables and chairs.  A nice spot to enjoy a coffee and a pastry from Paris Baguette!!