My wife (Beth) andI are visiting from Southern California and happened upon this delightful cafe/coffeehouse. We are not lacking in fabulous food and drink experiences, but this place really stands out. Coffee, food and service absolutely sensational. read more

Amazing coffee! One of our favorite coffee places in Kauai. Very flavorful coffee and espresso. We enjoyed their macadamia nut lattes and would love to go back to try their food. Plenty of tables outside when we went on their cute little patio. read more

Java Kai Koloa - Macadamia nut latte - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Koloa, Hawaii

Java Kai was truly our jam during our stay on the south shore of Kauai. We visited for morning coffee/smoothie/breakfast orders as well as afternoon coffee/smoothie orders throughout our visit and really enjoyed not only the food and drinks but the vibe at this particular location. Although it was one of our favorites, I just want to point out that the prices are a bit high compared to other nearby spots like Little Fish Coffee (their coffees, breakfast sandwiches etc were all at a lower price range in comparison). Also, if you place an online order, they add an 18% gratuity to the order. I'm sorry. It's one thing to require an 18-20% automatic gratuity at a restaurant for large parties but for picking up takeout breakfast sandwiches and coffee I don't really think anyone should be forced to pay a gratuity for takeout. It's not table service, it's takeout and that really should be optional for the customer regardless of whether they order online or in person. In the future, unless I'm really pressed for time (we were on that particular occasion as we had a Na Pali boat excursion to get to), I would just wait in line and avoid the online ordering. read more

See all

We didn't absolutely love the coffee, the flavor was pretty acidic and tasted a little over-roasted to us. I did try a blended coffee with banana and chocolate on our first visit, though, and that was really good. That said, the ambiance is SO nice that we actually came back twice. The service was great, and the space itself makes you want to hang out for a while. The coffee wasn't our favorite, but the overall experience definitely made up for it! read more

Tropical tonic (espresso with ginger hibiscus and tonic water) was so unique! It was delicious. Surprisingly all the flavors went well together. It'll surprise you. Lil Green alien smoothie was so good and I felt good giving some to my 1 year old to get some spinach and fruit in. I don't recommend loco moco. Gravy had zero flavor, and that's what I typically get most excited about. Patty was overcooked. Eggs were cooked perfectly, though. Sadly we threw it out. BUT, their homemade Portuguese sausage is yummy! We had it in sandwich and burrito. Line gets long but moves at a decent pace. It's cute little outside dining was perfect for a quick breakfast. Tables turn over fast. Order in line first, then find a seat. They have super cute merchandise! read more

Pretty solid spot on our stay in Kauai! Everything tasted great, the service was pretty quick (about 15 mins or so), and outdoor seating was nice and clean with picnic style tables. The only thing is that things were a bit pricey for what it was. Overall though we thought it was a nice stop. Will probably come back when we visit Kauai again but wouldn't visit more than once read more

See all

Stopped by for a caffeine boost on the way to the beach while in Kauai a while back. Had really great coffee! Located next to cute souvenir shops. Service was fast, and they have outdoor tables to sit on. Also have really cute merch. read more

Java Kai Koloa - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Koloa, Hawaii

See all

The iced decaf mac nut latte was pretty good. Their banana bread wasn't overly sweet either, which was good. Paired well with the drink. read more

See all

Super cute coffee spot in Old Koloa. Love the ambiance and the graphic design on the cups, sleeves, and stickers! I enjoyed their strawberry matcha, though it was heavier on the strawberry side than the matcha. Such adorable merch. The sugar free hazelnut latte with almond milk had a bit of a sour aftertaste though, may have been the syrup. read more

See all

This was the best breakfast we've had in a long time! Definitely the best on the island. It was absolutely delicious and the Maui Mocha was the best latte I have ever had. Not too sweet. Perfectly balanced. We had the rebel bagel, loco moco (best loco moco we have ever had), and acai bowls. Also the best açaí we have had. It had a floral note to it. We wil definitely be back! Be prepared to wait in a line, but it loves quickly and it's completely worth the wait!!! read more

See all

Went around noon and it wasn't crazy busy! Got a vanilla matcha latte. It was perfectly earthy. Very smooth. Staff was very sweet and welcoming. Didn't wait long for my drink and was able to sit and enjoy on a bench! Excited to come back here! read more

Java Kai Koloa - Matcha latte - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Koloa, Hawaii

See all

Of course when visiting Kauai, trying their coffee is a must! What better than the well known Java Kai!! Got the mac nut iced coffee and Maui mocha iced coffee and I must say that they were both delicious. The macadamia nut flavor subtly comes through with the rich blend of coffee with a pleasant aftertaste. The Maui mocha gradually grew on me with each sip. The mocha flavor compared to other mocha coffees I've had on oahu can best be compared to dark chocolate vs milk chocolate taste. As a person who prefers dark chocolate the Maui mocha tasted more bolder with a slight bitterness that worked well with the sweetness of the drink. The ambiance is outdoor seating and parking can be a bit of an issue as the location is a popular spot for tourists and locals. The service was above average. With the mass influx of customers at busy hours, the staff did their best to accommodate everyone's orders on time. read more

Java Kai Koloa - Maui mocha and mac nut latte - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Koloa, Hawaii

See all

Wish we would have discovered this sooner on our trip. Outdoor seating where you find your own table. Friendly baristas and a really cool vibe. Coffee and food were tasty read more

See all

Macadamia nut latte has the perfect amount of sweetness, and the servers were kind. I liked the patio seating to soak up the summer. read more

Java Kai Koloa - Mac Nut Latte - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Koloa, Hawaii

Pour over I had was not only tasty but rocket fuel which I loved. Got the Hawaiian French toast and the surfer girl subbing avocado for the bacon. For a little rained in but so worth it. Beware as with just about everything on an island, it's pricey, but high quality and for me at least , worth it. Barista was super nice. read more

See all

Java Kai is the cutest! The service is quick for drinks and pretty quick for food! All the coffees are so dang good but the juice is amazing! The food is fresh and the surfer girl sandwich with caramelized onions with spinach pesto is so good! This location is all outdoor seating but they have umbrellas and plenty of seating. The ambiance is great and there are plenty of cute shops nearby to stroll after you eat! read more

Java Kai Koloa - Iced Maui Mocha with banana - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Koloa, Hawaii

See all

Java Kai in Koloa is a super cute surf cafe serving up trendy healthy, and energizing dishes. I went in for breakfast. I tried the egg sandwich, pineapple French toast, and a cold brew with macadamia nut syrup. The service was super friendly, and every everybody who worked there was super chill and laid-back. Java Kai is a must do for breakfast/brunch on the island of Maui. read more

See all

Nice bakery/coffee shop in Koloa. There was quite a line when we arrived and it moved pretty slowly, so we ordered online instead, walked around town for a bit, and our order was ready before we knew it -- about 10 minutes versus the 20-minute estimate. Food was good. The strawberry milk matcha was strange, but that one was a bit of a gamble to begin with. read more

We ate at Java Kai Kōloa a few times during our stay in Poipu, and it quickly became a go-to spot. It's always busy (a good sign!), but the service moved along pretty well. For breakfast, we both enjoyed the Surfer Girl sandwich--a great start to the day. For lunch, I tried the pork sandwich with purple potato salad, while my husband went with the turkey club. Both were satisfying, though the highlight for Mike was the hibiscus tea. Unfortunately, it was sold out when we came back the next day, which says something about its popularity! We also sampled the limeade, which was refreshing, though personally, I prefer the fresh juices from Kauai Juice Co. across the street. Overall, Java Kai Kōloa is a solid choice for a quick bite in the area, with tasty sandwiches and a fun local vibe. read more

What a great spot! When we arrived, there was a short line that moved quickly. The server was friendly and upbeat. I ordered the breakfast sandwich with coffee -- both were excellent, especially the sandwich. Sitting outside and looking out over historic Koloa Village, I couldn't help thinking about all the times I'd driven by without stopping. Now I wish I hadn't waited so long. read more

See all

Hubby and I were up very early and on the hunt for some good iced coffee! Happened to see a guy walking with coffee in his hand and asked him where he got it! He pointed us in the right direction and told us it was by the little market. What a cute little spot and so glad they were open early! We both ordered a sugar free iced latte with extra half and half. It was really good! Definitely my new favorite coffee place while on the Island! Yum!!! :) read more

See all

Tried coming a couple times while staying in po'ipu....there was a line both times but we didn't try that hard. You can order online. We got the Portuguese egg sandwich that surprisingly had nuts in it, a fruit plate, and two coffees. Kid finished the fruit plate prob would not recommend the Portuguese ground sausage and egg sando. It is situated in a historic town which is cool and a good area to shop for souvenirs. Taste OK. Might come back if convenient but not going out of my way to. read more

Java Kai Koloa - Fruit plate Portuguese Sausage + Egg Sandwich and coffee - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Koloa, Hawaii

Came here at opening as it was one of the only places opened at 6 AM and so glad we did. We ordered a breakfast plate, burrito and a peanut butter cookie. Everything was delicious. Bummed that pastries had not made it in yet during our visit. Coffee is strong and service is friendly. Nice set up, tables could be cleaned up more as most of them had stains and ants (yuck). read more

I was shocked when I ate here because it's better than most places in Los Angeles (which has a huge food scene). So when I saw a huge line outside of Java Kai I knew it was probably going to be better than the other offerings in the area. The line moves quickly, so it is 100% worth it to wait. This place was so good that I just came here everyday for my breakfast. I didn't even want to try anything else. And as, a Yelper, as a foodie, I am all about trying new places but Java Kai was that good. The coffee is strong and they also roast it themselves. It's local Kauai coffee and it gives you the nice perk to get through all the site seeing we were doing. Normally I would list each item that I had and then rate them but I am not going to do that this time because they all are stand out. Choose what sounds best to you and it will will not dissapoint! I must mention though that their bakery, whoever makes the bagels, the broiche buns, and the muffins is top tier professional. The lemon ginger muffin and the lemon bar was out of this world. I am seriously considering another trip back to Kauai just to have more of those muffins. They had a DJ on Saturday that played electric music which kept it feeling kinda hip and happening. I would've preffered more chill music for the morning, and save the electric music for later in the day maybe. Nevertheless, the DJ was friendly. read more

See all

The food and drinks are awesome and the staff are very friendly and helpful. The 100 % Kauai bag of beans that we bought they grounded for us and it was amazing for our hotel room. I would strongly recommend this place for everyone who want good food and coffee early in morning Sence they open at 6. read more

I'm not joking when I say that I basically lived here during my trip Java Kai is THAT girl. Every morning I grabbed either a macadamia nut latte or matcha latte, and obviously you guessed it that both were perfection They have tons of milk + sweetener options so you can really customize. Food-wise, the salad niçoise was fresh, flavorful, and allergy-friendly (the staff was so accommodating ). My friend got the breakfast burrito and summer noodles and RAVED about it. Portions are just right, filling but not heavy. The vibes are so fun too! Aesthetic front patio seating, open air, and one day a DJ was spinning music. It gets pretty busy, but the line moves fast. Make sure to grab their punch card because you'll 100% be back! read more

See all

Java Kai is a winner every single time we come visit Kauai. We probably came here like 5 times during our week here. The food is incredible. The service is great and the ambiance is perfect. You are literally right below this gorgeous tree and even when it rains (just be careful with your step) it's just what you need during a vacation. The French toast and surfer girl bagel were our favorite and you have to get the Mac nut iced latte is something I'm still dreaming of. When it gets busy expect a wait but don't worry they are as efficient as they can be and with a big smile on their faces. We love you Java Kai! Thank you for making our time here nothing but amazing! read more

See all

Grab a menu from the small table in the front and wait in line :) This cafe is outdoors and super cute with all the colors, just don't catch them on a rainy day like we did I got a forest dweller and it's literally milk tea LOL (hojicha & oat milk). My drink didn't look the best, but tasted exactly as it was described. They also sell beans and other merchandise. read more

See all

If you're visiting Maui and looking for the perfect breakfast spot, Java Kai is an absolute must! With two convenient locations and a welcoming 6 AM opening time, this place quickly became our go-to for breakfast and coffee during our 4-day stay. We ended up coming here three times--yes, it's that good! Everything we tried was fresh, flavorful, and made with aloha. But if you're looking for standouts, you have to try the Mac Nut Latte--creamy, nutty perfection in a cup--and the Surfer Sandwich, which hits that perfect balance of hearty and healthy. The vibe is chill, the service is friendly, and the food and drinks are consistently excellent. Honestly, there's nothing on the menu you can go wrong with. Whether you're grabbing a quick coffee to go or settling in for a full breakfast, Java Kai delivers every time read more

See all

Located in small cute shopping center. They certainly try to give "Instagram" vibes with a nice exterior and a DJ playing music. Hanalei Ube: Their twist of a Vietnamese coffee. On the pricey side ($10). The Ube flavors were very subtle. I'm glad I tried it, but for the price wouldn't necessarily come back for it. FYI: 3% charge with cc. read more

See all

This location is actually soooo cool! It is open in the front and has a bunch of outdoor seating. It was covered by a big monkey pod tree that makes it a super cool environment. The line moved really quickly and we got our order super fast. The food came out very hot!! We got the surfer girl sandwich and croi Sean wich. Both were delicious. My husband also got a maple latte iced and it was delicious. They also are open really early so this is a nice option before a morning excursion. Highly recommend!!! read more

See all

Great place, the sandwiches are delicious, beans are well roasted, and it's a great place for kids.

Loved this breakfast / coffee spot in the little village of Koloa. A laid back outdoor vibe, with plenty of seating and surrounding by some cute shops to check out while you wait for your food. I got the power bowl 2.0 and it was everything I want in a breakfast bowl - some greens, eggs, perfectly cooked potatoes, and I swapped in some delicious Portuguese sausage. To top it off they had some delicious homemade hot sauces. I also tried the seasonal pumpkin Kai chai and it was a homemade spice blend with just added honey - so it was the perfect amount of sweet with an extra shot of espresso. Pretty fast service and great food! read more

Java Kai Koloa - Power Bowl 2.0 - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Koloa, Hawaii

See all

Great coffee/brunch spot if you're in the area. Outdoor aesthetic place with many drink and breakfast options available. Service was fast around 7:30am but it was starting to pick up. I noticed our items were more on the sweet side. More dessert than healthy. Overall would recommend. Good portion for the açaí bowl. Little Monkey Smoothie: 4/5 Hot Latte: 4.5/5 Açaí Bowl: 4/5 read more

See all

Coffee was great, but I should've read the reviews about the breakfast burrito first. Pretty much just a potato wrapped in a tortilla for $17 and no flavor read more

Visiting from Oahu & one of my friends heard about this place & wanted to try it out. Luckily this location was only 5 minutes from where we were staying. The line was long but moved quickly. It's a cute outdoor coffee shop with tables around to sit on. I ordered their version of a strawberry matcha with oat milk. It didn't taste like strawberry but it was really good. My other friends all enjoyed their coffees as well. We did not get any food but I would like to try it next time. read more

Java Kai Koloa - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Koloa, Hawaii

See all

It's pretty and the workers were really nice but I feel like it was hyped up too much. The croissant sandwich was good. But the coffee was so bitter we ended up throwing away our lattes bc they tasted bad. We ordered pick up on square to avoid the lines and were charged an 18% gratuity. Bringing a breakfast burrito, sandwich and two lattes to $60. For me I'd pay that at a sit down where it's a full breakfast meal w fruit or breakfast potatoes. If the coffee was better I'd be back just to sit outside on that beautiful patio. But for mid tasting food at restaurant price sorry no. It's meant to cater to tourists, not locals or tourists who like the local vibe better. read more

Java Kai Koloa - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Koloa, Hawaii

See all

Best coffee I had on the island. The sweetest staff, cutest place, best vibes! Go, you won't regret it!

A cute little restaurant cafe in the area. Really good outdoor seating and ample options on their food menus. Was not crowded and would say it's a popular spot. read more

See all

Such a cute trendy little area! Decent amount of seating. Aesthetically pleasing! We both got the bacon avocado toast meal it was decent nothing amazing. I also tried the Mac nut iced coffee which just tasted like iced coffee to me. Overall it was not bad, definitely not the best breakfast I've ever had but it was good. Service was not bad. Felt a little rushed with no one in line. But it was pleasant. No real smiles but it is what it is! read more

Java Kai Koloa - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Koloa, Hawaii