Love this coffee shop. The coffee is the best in all of Hawaii in my opinion and it’s not even close. The specials, light to medium roasts and cold brew - I could have it every day.
I buy merch every time I come to Maui from here. Great quality clothing and great styles and designs.
Olivia Brockbank
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July 25, 2025
10/10 recommend taking yourself or friends on little dates here. The vibe is cute, the food is always good, and the service is welcoming.
Bernard A
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September 13, 2025
This is possibly to most unfriendly and not customer service orientated coffee shop I have visited. The staff make you feel like you are inconveniencing them, and this was on more than one occasion. At my third visit early one morning (not sure why I even chose to go back), there were none of their usual glass cups at the water dispenser (i.e. they were not replenished as part of their store opening routine) and I had to call a person four times who was just on the other side of the counter before she raised her head as she was clearly ignoring me, to ask for cups. To which her colleague took plastic take out cups and slammed them down at the water dispenser in a very evident huff, and walked away. At which point I too walked away and went to Java Coffee Shop in the next door centre, and had a completely opposite experience - a warm friendly greeting, a thank you with a smile, and just an overall lovely experience.
So my recommendation - skip this place and go to Java where you are appreciated as a paying customer.
Derek Reinhard
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March 03, 2025
Chill atmosphere with no wifi (deliberately). Got a mocha with light chocolate flavor and a nitro cold brew which was not as robust as I would have liked. Plenty of parking on the shopping center side.
jas dhillon
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August 15, 2024
Akamai Coffee: A Maui Must-Visit
Located in the Kehei area, Akamai Coffee is an absolute gem for coffee lovers. The staff is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, making every visit a delightful experience. The coffee itself is exceptional, with a fantastic array of unique and flavorful specialty drinks.
I was particularly blown away by the Road to Hana (R2H), a hot masterpiece expertly crafted by my barista, Casey. Her infectious island smile and deep coffee knowledge elevated the entire experience.
The coffee shop boasts a fun and relaxed atmosphere with quirky swinging chairs and both indoors and outdoors sesting options. Parking is available in the back, and they even have a convenient drive-thru. While tucked away in an office building, Akamai Coffee is definitely worth seeking out.
I can’t wait to return for another cup of perfection. Highly recommended!
Love this coffee shop. The coffee is the best in all of Hawaii in my opinion and it’s not even close. The specials, light to medium roasts and cold brew - I could have it every day. I buy merch every time I come to Maui from here. Great quality clothing and great styles and designs.
10/10 recommend taking yourself or friends on little dates here. The vibe is cute, the food is always good, and the service is welcoming.
This is possibly to most unfriendly and not customer service orientated coffee shop I have visited. The staff make you feel like you are inconveniencing them, and this was on more than one occasion. At my third visit early one morning (not sure why I even chose to go back), there were none of their usual glass cups at the water dispenser (i.e. they were not replenished as part of their store opening routine) and I had to call a person four times who was just on the other side of the counter before she raised her head as she was clearly ignoring me, to ask for cups. To which her colleague took plastic take out cups and slammed them down at the water dispenser in a very evident huff, and walked away. At which point I too walked away and went to Java Coffee Shop in the next door centre, and had a completely opposite experience - a warm friendly greeting, a thank you with a smile, and just an overall lovely experience. So my recommendation - skip this place and go to Java where you are appreciated as a paying customer.
Chill atmosphere with no wifi (deliberately). Got a mocha with light chocolate flavor and a nitro cold brew which was not as robust as I would have liked. Plenty of parking on the shopping center side.
Akamai Coffee: A Maui Must-Visit Located in the Kehei area, Akamai Coffee is an absolute gem for coffee lovers. The staff is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, making every visit a delightful experience. The coffee itself is exceptional, with a fantastic array of unique and flavorful specialty drinks. I was particularly blown away by the Road to Hana (R2H), a hot masterpiece expertly crafted by my barista, Casey. Her infectious island smile and deep coffee knowledge elevated the entire experience. The coffee shop boasts a fun and relaxed atmosphere with quirky swinging chairs and both indoors and outdoors sesting options. Parking is available in the back, and they even have a convenient drive-thru. While tucked away in an office building, Akamai Coffee is definitely worth seeking out. I can’t wait to return for another cup of perfection. Highly recommended!