We had two great visits at Akamai Coffee when we were staying in Kihei last month. The family-owned coffee shop (there are three locations in Maui) serves coffee grown on Maui and roasted by Akamai. The Kihei location is spacious with ample seating in a warm, comfortable environment.
On our first visit, I had the Hawaiian Honeybee latte with espresso, honey, coconut, vanilla, and milk (oat for me). This was such a terrific drink and the perfect way to start the day. When we were there the first time, I knew we had to come back because I saw their fall seasonal menu had some good-looking choices.
On our second visit, I did have the Autumn Spice latte with cardamom, orang, cinnamon, espresso, and milk--it was like a warm hug. I could have that drink every day.
Service was terrific both times. There is a drive-thru here and they open at 6am, which is perfect for us early risers. If you want a bite, they offer pastries, toasts, bagels, wraps, and sandwiches. Definitely a five-star experience!
Ritu Madhavi Vellanki
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October 01, 2025
Hands down the best coffee I had in Maui! The beans are truly something else, rich, smooth, and full of flavor. You can tell they put real care into what they serve, and it shows in every sip.
We ordered two lattes, one with brown sugar and one with vanilla, and both were amazing. The flavors were balanced, not overly sweet, and complemented the quality of the espresso perfectly. We also shared a cheese danish that my husband absolutely loved. He said it was one of the best he has ever had, and I have to agree -- buttery, flaky, and so fresh.
The shop itself has such a fun, cozy vibe. There's even a swing inside, which adds such a unique and playful touch. It's the kind of place you actually want to hang out in, not just grab a coffee and go.
Service was excellent. The barista was super friendly and even made the cutest latte art, which totally made my day. I ordered a 12 oz and loved that it came in a mug, while my husband got a 16 oz to-go. My only wish is that they would offer mugs for the larger sizes too. It would be a nice way to cut down on paper and plastic and make the experience even better.
Overall, Akamai Coffee is a gem. Between the amazing drinks, delicious pastries, welcoming atmosphere, and thoughtful service, it's the kind of place you'll want to visit again and again. If you're in Maui, definitely make time to stop by. You won't regret it!
Tarny M
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November 14, 2025
The coffee shop was decent, but the food options were pretty limited and there was a long line up. I ended up going around the corner to Choice Health Bar and found much better choices there. If you’re just looking for just a coffee and maybe a quick scone, this spot works. Otherwise, you might want to look elsewhere for breakfast food. The shop decor was nice with all the plants.
Marcus Wada
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July 26, 2025
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.
Yiwen Zhu
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November 09, 2025
Cortado was too milky. Barely tasted any coffee. I don’t think they know the difference between a Cortado and a 6oz latte.
We had two great visits at Akamai Coffee when we were staying in Kihei last month. The family-owned coffee shop (there are three locations in Maui) serves coffee grown on Maui and roasted by Akamai. The Kihei location is spacious with ample seating in a warm, comfortable environment. On our first visit, I had the Hawaiian Honeybee latte with espresso, honey, coconut, vanilla, and milk (oat for me). This was such a terrific drink and the perfect way to start the day. When we were there the first time, I knew we had to come back because I saw their fall seasonal menu had some good-looking choices. On our second visit, I did have the Autumn Spice latte with cardamom, orang, cinnamon, espresso, and milk--it was like a warm hug. I could have that drink every day. Service was terrific both times. There is a drive-thru here and they open at 6am, which is perfect for us early risers. If you want a bite, they offer pastries, toasts, bagels, wraps, and sandwiches. Definitely a five-star experience!
Hands down the best coffee I had in Maui! The beans are truly something else, rich, smooth, and full of flavor. You can tell they put real care into what they serve, and it shows in every sip. We ordered two lattes, one with brown sugar and one with vanilla, and both were amazing. The flavors were balanced, not overly sweet, and complemented the quality of the espresso perfectly. We also shared a cheese danish that my husband absolutely loved. He said it was one of the best he has ever had, and I have to agree -- buttery, flaky, and so fresh. The shop itself has such a fun, cozy vibe. There's even a swing inside, which adds such a unique and playful touch. It's the kind of place you actually want to hang out in, not just grab a coffee and go. Service was excellent. The barista was super friendly and even made the cutest latte art, which totally made my day. I ordered a 12 oz and loved that it came in a mug, while my husband got a 16 oz to-go. My only wish is that they would offer mugs for the larger sizes too. It would be a nice way to cut down on paper and plastic and make the experience even better. Overall, Akamai Coffee is a gem. Between the amazing drinks, delicious pastries, welcoming atmosphere, and thoughtful service, it's the kind of place you'll want to visit again and again. If you're in Maui, definitely make time to stop by. You won't regret it!
The coffee shop was decent, but the food options were pretty limited and there was a long line up. I ended up going around the corner to Choice Health Bar and found much better choices there. If you’re just looking for just a coffee and maybe a quick scone, this spot works. Otherwise, you might want to look elsewhere for breakfast food. The shop decor was nice with all the plants.
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.
Cortado was too milky. Barely tasted any coffee. I don’t think they know the difference between a Cortado and a 6oz latte.