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    Imua Coffee Roasters

    4.4 (350 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 11:00 AM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Monkey Toast
    Missy G.

    Plant based paradise. Lovely tranquil spot with multiple milk alternatives, multiple plant based breakfast items with a lovely space to sit out side. Laid back.

    Travis P.

    Delicious coffee spot next to all the hotels. Opens pretty early and the drinks and pastries are very good. I came in the morning and grabbed a black Americano. Great flavors served extremely hot. The malassadas that we got were very good as well. Great spot for some caffeine!

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    John F.

    The condo we rented was literally steps away from this coffeehouse, but the reviews we read in advance demonstrated that this would not simply be a stop of convenience every morning. The coffee here is high quality and complex. If you are a true coffee aficionado, I think you will love this place. It has a small interior with beautiful patio seating in the back. Friendly staff will answer questions. Signs on the counter will tell you everything you want to know about the brew they are serving that day, which is something that we appreciate. They have specialty drinks and some food items. You can pre-order through an app if you wish, which is a good idea on busy mornings, though I did not find some of their special concoctions in there. If you want to order one of those, just check out the small board to the right of the ordering counter. They change out the brewed coffee types (Nicaraguan, Colombian, Sumatran, etc.) each day, so check out the signage on the counter to see what they're doing that day. If you don't care so much about that, you can order based on light roast or medium roast through the app. My wife likes the brewed coffee, and I usually get some form of cold brew. They offer regular syrups or local syrups if you want to pay a little extra. The place is strictly vegan, so no half-and-half here. Use your own at your condo or go with one of their vegan creamers. Same thing with eggs in their food items; they will use a plant-based substitute. You get the idea. Definitely check them out, whether you are vegan or not.

    Victoria L.

    This coffee is sooo good! Smooth, rich, and perfectly made -- easily one of the best cups I've had in a while. I also have to shout out the vegan lox bagel -- absolutely delicious! I'm not vegetarian, but this one is definitely a standout. Great spot all around -- cozy vibe, friendly staff, and fantastic food and coffee.

    Chai latte with oat milk and Mac nut syrup, avocado toast
    Lea W.

    This was our go-to for coffee and brekkies during our vacation in Kauai...we aren't usually big breakfast eaters and can get by on good coffee and a little some-some. This place was perfect for that. Everyone working there is warm, welcoming and down to earth, and they helped us to make selections about what to eat and even their fave add-ins to their coffee drinks. That they have vegan delights was great for us as we are dairy free. Their outside dining area has limited seating but you can sit out there and enjoy birds and an occasional baby lizard. Recommend to anyone in need of coffee and a smile...you'll leave with a smile of your own!

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    Lehman

    Another fantastic coffee stop. I ordered the KOKOHOLEMOKA with 42 Espresso, coconut milk, and Holy Cacao -- absolutely delicious. They even had a cute little clothing rack I couldn't resist. The staff was very helpful. A great hidden gem.

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    Tahs L.

    Don't waste your time hitting up the main stream coffee shops please. This place is worth the drive if you are near the resorts. First off, they were closing but invited us back to get some drinks which few other businesses would do. It's Christmas Eve so I don't blame them for closing early but we were very appreciative to be invited back to grab some drinks! The service was friendly and knowledgeable of their coffees. Forewarning, there is no whole milk just alternative milk options which is great for those who do not like normal milk. I got a dirty chai with vanilla and the espresso flavor was delicious. A latte with macadamia nut was also ordered and it was my favorite flavor combination so far. The coffee definitely has a quality roast. I wish we could've gotten there earlier to try the food but maybe next time! Overall my favorite shop on the island so far. There is seating outside in the back which is nice but the inside is small so keep that in mind as well.

    Amazing plant based breakfast sandwiches

    Imua Coffee Roasters is an absolute gem and a must stop if you're vegan or just love great food and coffee. Everything here is 100% vegan, which instantly made it one of our favorite places on the island. The breakfast sandwiches are amazing, the donuts are so good you'll want more than one, and the coffee options are excellent across the board. Everything tastes thoughtful, fresh, and made with real care. What really sets this place apart though is the owner. He is incredibly kind, welcoming, and genuinely accommodating, creating such a warm and friendly vibe that makes you want to linger and come back again and again. Amazing food, great coffee, and an all vegan menu done right. Places like this are special, and Imua is absolutely one of them.

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    Tina B.

    We found this place because we stayed at the Aston Islander. It was such a little gem. Parking - Free, right out front. Don't park for too long though if you're not residing at Aston. This is the best coffee I've ever had in my life. This is a bold statement. The layers of flavor in just a simple lavender latte with mushroom protein was incredible. Service was upbeat and fast. They'll recommended small things like adding hot honey to my bagel (TAKE THEM UP ON IT). The bagels were yummy, very fresh. I'm not a breakfast person but I enjoyed it. The outdoor dining area was really nice. They have a box full of games and little trinkets to play with to pass some time. I recommend going in the morning for a peaceful time

    Vegan Banana Bread, Overnight Soaked Oats with mango & coconut, plant-based lattes x2
    Giselle M.

    "Imua" in Hawaiian means "moving forward" and our recent stop here sure nourished and fueled our bodies/appetites in a way that definitely propelled us energetically forward to our adventures that we had lined up for the day! First of all, this is an all plant-based cafe which in its own right deserves some extra stars! Located adjacent to the Aston Islander on the Beach Resort, this awesome cafe is a bit of a hidden gem unless you happen to be staying at that Aston resort. We were greeted warmly by Heia, and instantly started our morning with smiles and eager anticipation of what we hoped would be a great breakfast. Here's what we got: *Banana bread (vegan) *Overnight soaked oats with fresh mango & coconut (made with coconut yogurt) *Oat latte *Blended oat/soy latte Not a crumb nor a drop were left behind, as we fully enjoyed everything while sitting at one of the nice outdoor tables in the front (they also have a great lanai with more tables in the back surrounded by lush, tropical foliage). FYI, Imua Coffee Roasters also won best coffeehouse in Kapa'a in 2023 & 2024, and all their food & produce are local and organic! Mahalo & IMUA!

    Caroline K.

    Not my favorite. I was drawn to try this place because I saw on their website they have all organic coffee and it is a plant based establishment also. I am no longer vegan, but I was for almost 4 years so I am not stranger to milk alternatives. My husband ordered the island chill and I ordered the kokoholemoka. We were disappointed with both. We wish we just ordered black coffee instead. We got the coconut mochi ball though and that was pretty good. Would not come back

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    Coffee is incredible and unique. We also tried the monkey bread toast and avocado toast. Both were delicious.

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