A vegan, two vegetarians and an omnivore walk into a cute plant based cafe, and we all found something delicious and filling. Would recommend for breakfast and lunch. Specials of the day and amazing looking bowls.
Specialkbreak
I was so looking forward to having lunch at AA Roots. I must have come on the wrong day. As we were driving down the coast it was almost their closing time, so I went to the website to see if I could order for pick-up. They have that as an option, but the link only puts you into a chat that is answered when they have time.
So anyway, we get there and they are very welcoming. I say I had seen a burger on the website I wanted to try, but couldn't remember the name. (It was the Sassy Burger - Local Adzuki tempeh teriyaki on an everything bagel with pineapple and salad). I didn't see it on the menu in the restaurant. The Choices for a burger I was given were black bean burger and curry chickpea burger. I ordered the curry chickpea. It might have had 3 chickpeas in it (maybe the rest were mashed) and definitely didn't taste like curry, it barely tasted like anything other than the thick slices of pickles that soaked the bottom bun. Speaking of the bun, it was VERY soft, almost mushy. The salad was good.
To add to the issues, we took home cinnamon rolls to reheat for breakfast the next day. While it looked done, there was mushy batter in the middle, definitely not frosting. I can't tell you how disappointed I was.
Updated from previous review on 2025-06-30
Sodont
Really enjoyed our visit to A’a Roots Health Cafe. The staff was friendly, service was fast, and the food was excellent. Loved the cool and relaxed vibe.
tanddveggies
All food is vegan! We had a tofu scramble burrito and an açaí bowl. Will definitely return for another meal.
lvd
The service and people there were exceptional. The food was so flavorful and fresh. The servings were a great size and the prices were very reasonable! The friends we are visiting here keep talking about going back.
Bavaricali
Perfect range of healthy options, from savory to sweet, breakfast to lunch, drinks to food, light to filling.
Friendly and helpful service.
Not usually going for juices with beets, but the Deep Roots was hands down delicious.
And presentation was great.
Nick_K
Nice little spot with beautifully-presented, healthy options.
Updated from previous review on 2025-02-08
PlantbasedTB
The cafe was very busy when we went. Had a great lunch after a hike. Clean, delicious and healthy. Except for the cookie which was out of this world but clearly not on the health menu!
Charles Wong
Stick to the food. Ordered a smoothie and it's overpriced ($12) for a small cup.
david semenyuta
Food is not bad, but not the best, this place is definitely more about making money than serving you the owner is extremely prideful with a ego and really doesn’t care about you unless you are one of her friends, the workers seem unhappy to be there and not treated with respect for the owner also what I understand the food is not organic which for a health cafe is not a surprise
This place was a really nice stop on my trip to Maui. The food was yummy and the service was good. It was a bit small but the food presentation was awesome. It was a little pricey but what isn't these days? Overall a great place to get a bite to eat.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Vrajesh Patel
Really good food. Had Açaí bowl and avocado toast but they have lot of vegan food options.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dhiraj Durgoji
Dietary restrictions: Vegan
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Avocado Toast, Passion Fruit Acai Bowl
Aviatrix
It was nice to find yet another vegan spot on the roadtrip to west Maui. The food was not bad and the portion sizes were grand. The raspberry chocolate cake was divine. I’m not sure about the cushions and lounge-like seating as it starts to look super ratty and dirty after a while. The carrot turmeric juice was good. The bowls were all cold. Would have preferred a hot bowl but the flavor was mostly there. The presentation was outstanding.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Sara S
Looks great, cool vibe. good place to take pics for Instagram. Food is bland but very healthy. Good food in case you are on a diet. It’s partially self service not sit down restaurant. Deep roots Juice is expensive but tasty and healthy.
A vegan, two vegetarians and an omnivore walk into a cute plant based cafe, and we all found something delicious and filling. Would recommend for breakfast and lunch. Specials of the day and amazing looking bowls.
I was so looking forward to having lunch at AA Roots. I must have come on the wrong day. As we were driving down the coast it was almost their closing time, so I went to the website to see if I could order for pick-up. They have that as an option, but the link only puts you into a chat that is answered when they have time. So anyway, we get there and they are very welcoming. I say I had seen a burger on the website I wanted to try, but couldn't remember the name. (It was the Sassy Burger - Local Adzuki tempeh teriyaki on an everything bagel with pineapple and salad). I didn't see it on the menu in the restaurant. The Choices for a burger I was given were black bean burger and curry chickpea burger. I ordered the curry chickpea. It might have had 3 chickpeas in it (maybe the rest were mashed) and definitely didn't taste like curry, it barely tasted like anything other than the thick slices of pickles that soaked the bottom bun. Speaking of the bun, it was VERY soft, almost mushy. The salad was good. To add to the issues, we took home cinnamon rolls to reheat for breakfast the next day. While it looked done, there was mushy batter in the middle, definitely not frosting. I can't tell you how disappointed I was. Updated from previous review on 2025-06-30
Really enjoyed our visit to A’a Roots Health Cafe. The staff was friendly, service was fast, and the food was excellent. Loved the cool and relaxed vibe.
All food is vegan! We had a tofu scramble burrito and an açaí bowl. Will definitely return for another meal.
The service and people there were exceptional. The food was so flavorful and fresh. The servings were a great size and the prices were very reasonable! The friends we are visiting here keep talking about going back.
Perfect range of healthy options, from savory to sweet, breakfast to lunch, drinks to food, light to filling. Friendly and helpful service. Not usually going for juices with beets, but the Deep Roots was hands down delicious. And presentation was great.
Nice little spot with beautifully-presented, healthy options. Updated from previous review on 2025-02-08
The cafe was very busy when we went. Had a great lunch after a hike. Clean, delicious and healthy. Except for the cookie which was out of this world but clearly not on the health menu!
Stick to the food. Ordered a smoothie and it's overpriced ($12) for a small cup.
Food is not bad, but not the best, this place is definitely more about making money than serving you the owner is extremely prideful with a ego
and really doesn’t care about you unless you are one of her friends, the workers seem unhappy to be there and not treated with respect for the owner also what I understand the food is not organic which for a health cafe is not a surprise
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 1
Restaurantji Recommends
This place was a really nice stop on my trip to Maui. The food was yummy and the service was good. It was a bit small but the food presentation was awesome. It was a little pricey but what isn't these days? Overall a great place to get a bite to eat.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Really good food. Had Açaí bowl and avocado toast but they have lot of vegan food options.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dietary restrictions: Vegan
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Avocado Toast, Passion Fruit Acai Bowl
It was nice to find yet another vegan spot on the roadtrip to west Maui. The food was not bad and the portion sizes were grand. The raspberry chocolate cake was divine. I’m not sure about the cushions and lounge-like seating as it starts to look super ratty and dirty after a while. The carrot turmeric juice was good. The bowls were all cold. Would have preferred a hot bowl but the flavor was mostly there. The presentation was outstanding.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Looks great, cool vibe. good place to take pics for Instagram. Food is bland but very healthy. Good food in case you are on a diet. It’s partially self service not sit down restaurant. Deep roots Juice is expensive but tasty and healthy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Avocado Toast
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