What a fun Maui spot for sober or sober-curious people, and you get some authentic island culture (just be sure to bring your respect). This bar has multiple types of kava premixed that you can sip on at the bar, and they also have mixed kavas to make it a little more tasty. Service is kind and patient. If you enjoy your experience and want to share it with friends and family, you can purchase 8 oz of kava for $50, which is a pretty fair price, and you know exactly what you're getting. read more

Haleakava is an amazing Kava bar and a must stop while in Maui! We stopped on a whim and were so glad we did! This clean, well-lit, friendly and inviting Kava bar practically pulled us in by the ambience. We were greeted by a very attentive bar tender who helped us immediately. The juice blends are well worth it if you're new to Kava - you definitely can taste it but it's palatable and highly enjoyable with the juice mix. We ended up going back 3x during our trip! We've tried the Kihei Sunset, Calamansi, Strawberry Passionfruit, and Pink Drink. All were equally delicious - my husband's favorite was the Kihei Sunset and mine the Strawberry Passionfruit. Kava is a great way to relax throughout the day, take the edge off at the end of the day or relax and prepare for bed. Wish something like this existed in Utah! To the owner, you could really make it if you came to Salt Lake City. Thanks again! We'll miss this spot. read more

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Really good and fresh kava! Enjoyed my time here even if it was on the short side, but I could tell the groups of people laughing and sitting were having a fun time here - Miguel Morales Photography read more

Haleakava - Kava (@miguelmoralesphotography on Instagram) - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Kihei, Hawaii

This is Kihei's local Kava bar. It is my hangout. We love it. There's live music. They also have karaoke and there's Maui Fish Company fish truck right outside as well. walk up to the bar and order your drinks open seating. read more

Haleakava - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Kihei, Hawaii

Haleakava had the best customer service in the game Best Kava experience I've ever had traveling Went above and beyond, our server was Dre !! read more

Friends invited us to enjoy kava with them during their Sunday football time. Just in case you aren't quite sure where it is from the main road, Haleakava is tucked away in the middle of the Aloaa Open Market shops with parking in the back. I was first struck by the absolutely stunning decor. From the carved etching in the bowls to the stunning kava-sharing mural to the hand-dyed and designed Kapa tapestry on the wall, there was so much beauty to take in. Junior was serving and warmly welcomed us while we waited for our friends to join us. When they arrived, we enjoyed a half shell of the Tonga kava to start our gathering. Afterward, each of us tried a different beverage. I got the raspberry lemonade with green maeng da, a perfect drink to sip while we talked story. Later in the afternoon, we had another round of kava. I decided I would try the arnold kalmer. This was my favorite! It was so delicious, and I even got a jar to go. They do have some snacks available. My husband tried the "hulapeño" chips and really liked them. Junior really made our first experience to Haleakava a great one. We will definitely be back! read more

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We had a great experience here. We drank some Kava & Kratem. I started feeling really mellow & good after my drink.

I'm a caseworker that works with fire survivors and drink the traditional kava to relax my body and mind allowing me to slow down and heal. The kava is high quality and always freshly extracted same-day. Hold it under your tongue for a minute or two for a quicker and more potent effect. When I do this, I can feel my body pain melting away. The owner has been making kava his entire life and takes his practice very seriously which I respect. If the environment is too overstimulating, ask for your drink/bowl to-go. They are very kind and understanding about this read more

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An update: I wanted to thank Aaron for kicking me out; I have found a terrific place where the kava is superb. If it was only Haleakava where I got kava, I would never have known Not just better kava but far less expensive and very welcoming It's just outside of Kihei but I worth the drive read more

Always the best spot to cruise in Maui. Been going there since the early days and always great drinks, staff and live music. read more

Haleakava - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Kihei, Hawaii

Justin was so friendly and helpful with explaining how kava is made and the effects. The kava is very interesting taste wise since it's just a ground up root and water but it's so fun. Worth checking out plus there was live music and pretty lights! If the poké truck is open, add that to your experience! read more

Cool spot to relax and chill for a spell. Service was helpful with the enormous amount of questions we had, and gave a little history lessons behind the origins of Kava. We each had the traditional, along with a few kratom teas. A few of us also had the dirty versions. I'd say we definitely felt a bit more relaxed after the fact. We had seen people grabbing large jars to go. I feel like this would've been great as a bring along for a good beach day. We'll probably pop in again to grab a jar to bring with us next time we're in the area. read more

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WOW! I wanted to bring Kava to the island, but honestly did not want the hassle. Googled Kava in Maui and Haleakava was going to be right down the street from our rental. Stopped in the first day and have been back daily. The service is great, they take the time to make sure you understand what you are getting. Locals are friendly. read more

Great service, helpful to us first timers. Kava definitely had a relaxing effect on my group.

Our first time trying kava, Krystal was SUPER helpful. She recommended that we do tonga, since it was our first time. We got the mango strawberry, strawberry passion, and calamansi, as well as three full shells (that don't have flavor and are being split between two people). If it's your first time, I personally would recommend not getting the fruit juice. We did not feel the kava at all (or if we did, it was not distinct enough of a feeling for us to feel) but the taste was nice and sweet. The regular shells of tonga had a very herbal, bitter taste and was a bit harder to get down, but taking it with some orange juice or other drink on the side made it better. The people who got the regular shells had a much more distinct feeling of getting the body high. read more

Haleakava - Mango Strawberry - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Kihei, Hawaii

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Found this little gem while waiting for our order from a food truck next door. Didnt know what kava is and the lady at the bar gave us some info . We got curious and wanted to try ,so we got the lilikoi kava. The drink was absolutely refreshing.We had a long mid day nap(Not sure if it because of the kava or the hot and tiring whale watching trip) The place has a nice zen vibe. Worth trying. read more

Haleakava - Lilikoi kava - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Kihei, Hawaii

I come here every day. The service is excellent and the drinks are always made to perfection. The atmosphere is always so welcoming and everyone is friendly. If you live on Maui or you are visiting, stop in and grab a shell of kava, you wont be disappointed! read more

The people here and the service here is amazing . You are so welcomed and feel like home. If you Visit Maui come to this location and give it a try. Bula:) read more

Such a fun, friendly and social place. The kava is delightful. I just wish they stayed open later in the evenings!

Long overdue review for this Kava spot in Kihei. I come to Maui a few times a year. Last year I finally tried this cute Kava bar that I've been seeing for years. My first experience was with Kaitlin. No better person to educate me on everything Kava. I have since been making it at home on a regular basis. The vibe here is unmatched! This past week I got the pleasure of meeting Dre. He was so great, and lived up to everything Haleakava stands for. Such a nice guy, I look forward to seeing him when I'm back in September. read more

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Amazing feeling of both relaxation and upbeat. You don't get tired though, just relaxed and content. Dre is an amazing kavatender. Have fun and enjoy. read more

The Kava was amazing. Fresh made. Kavatender Service was awesome and recommended a couple drinks. Great music and a nice chill vibe going on . In door and out door seating. read more

Always good vibes at Haleakava. Super chill and drinks are tasty. Nice to see staff like Dre always smiling and getting along with customers which makes it feel like a family. 5/5 service every time. read more

This is da spot! Voted the best kava bar on Maui. It sure lives up to that! Delicious variety of authentic freshly mixed kava, as well as kratom teas. Ambiance is perfect for relaxing, making friends, and vibing to island jams. Kavatenders are fun, and everyone is friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend! This is my favorite place on earth! read more

Haleakava - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Kihei, Hawaii

Very relaxing laid back place to experience kava for the first time. We had the half shells straight, it was fine with me, maybe just a little bitter. The effect didn't take long and I felt great the rest of the day. read more

Haleakava - Entryway - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Kihei, Hawaii

This place is awesome, came in randomly after eating at the south maui fish company truck and had a cool convo with Aaron, he's dope! the drinks are delicious (my lady got the Lilikoi Kava and i got the Peach Mango Kratom) and it's just a cool spot in general. definitely recommend checking this place out, the merch is dope too. surprised nobody has recommended this as a stop if you're visiting maui! Mahalo read more

Haleakava - Peach Mango Kratom & Lilikoi Kava - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Kihei, Hawaii

Accidentally sat in their seating while waiting for poke at the food truck next door. The staff was super kind and let us stay in the seats so we decided to check it out! The bar area seemed really cool and to our surprise it was not a normal alcoholic bar! The staff members were super nice and explained Kava and we decided to try out the passion fruit kava juice! Overall, the juice was delicious and balanced out the poke bowl meal! Great and relaxing vibes in the area with live music as well! read more

Haleakava - Kava juice paired with poke bowl from food truck next door! - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Kihei, Hawaii

Trying Kava was a must-do on my trip to Maui so we found this chill kava hangout spot. Kava is a traditional root tea which has a calming and mouth-numbing effect. It tastes bitter but you can get it mixed with juices if desired. I'd had a half-shell of kava a few years ago and wanted to explore more. We ended up having a half shell of Tonga and a full shell of Vanuatu. I definitely got the mouth-numbing sensation but didn't feel notably relaxed. I bought some kava powder to go and will try it again at home. They also serve kratom, which I'm a big fan of for its mood/relaxing properties, but I didn't try it here. Next time! read more

Awesome place for chilling on a Monday afternoon; the all you can drink Kava is a must! Mahalo read more

Haleakava - Kava on a shell - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Kihei, Hawaii

The Kava an Kratom drinks are top quality and only exceeded by the bartenders the customers and the ambiance. I can safely say without reserve it is the friendliest and most welcoming social bar and gathering place on the Island of Maui. They compete with Disney claim to the "happiest place on earth". read more

My favorite place to hangout in Kihei! The kava is great (and gives me amazing sleep). Everyone is friendly and welcoming. There's always amazing live music and open mic events. So awesome to have a friendlier, healthier, more communal alternative to alcoholic bars. Their Lahaina location is amazing too - same great vibes on the westside. Also love grabbing a bite to eat while I'm here at the South Maui Fish Co food truck (so fresh, so delicious!) This place is Kihei's best kept secret. Spread the word and the kava joy! read more

The owners and all of the employees there are extremely friendly and knowledgeable. I enjoyed the place so much I went there almost everyday. Great juice blend options for those that don't have a palette for Kava or Kratom. I would and will go back for sure. read more

Very nice staff. Many choices! Went a few times while on vacation and was so worth it :)

I had no idea what I was getting into as a friend recommended it to me so we went. Very cool vibe, relaxing music, chill environment. They have some drinks that help relax and calm you so perfect for busy go-go people. Also, out back is a mexican food truck so we grab some eats as well. Local guys doing something different. Give them a shot. Everyone was very nice. read more

A great place for me and my friends to hang out at and drink kava. Best kava lounge on Maui!

Great Place, Even better owner ! Gave us a great education and tried multiple kinds . Highly recommended . Best on the island .

Kava did not have any effect, vibe is ok. It was not a traditional experience either. Would recommend going somewhere else for a more authentic experience read more

This place is fantastic. Knew nothing about Kava and the hostess Micah was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. I haven't felt that chilled and relaxed in a long time, and it's not an alcoholic beverage! Check it out! read more

This is my spot to come chill with friends after a long day or to just enjoy the vibe before sleeping. They have really good talented artists on weekends and weekdays promotions. Great place overall. read more

Absolutely amazing! Great staff and very helpful to this Kava newbie. The quaint outdoor space is relaxing and a perfect hideaway for friends to chill. read more