We were initially greeted very warmly and even took part in a welcoming ceremony, which was a nice touch. However, we were not informed that each Kava shot would cost 13 Dollars, and we only realized this when the bill arrived at the end. It felt misleading, and we were disappointed that this important detail was not communicated upfront. The ambiance is nice, but the Kava drink itself is quite acquired in taste. Would have appreciated more transparency regarding the pricing.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 2
Ziv Shalit
Arrived especially for that location, website says open at noon, a guy there told 3pm,the place look completely under construction
Julie McKee
After following the best dump truck driver of Maui on the road back from Hana that resulted in the fastest trek yet (shout out to you š«¶š¼). We wanted to celebrate with a cocktail and stumbled into Aumakua Kava Lounge. First time experiencing a kava lounge. We were welcomed with very receptive staff and a knowledgeable run through of the menu. A ceremonious toast and lovely drinks to follow. A wonderful experience. Would not hesitate to stop in again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Franklin Russell
Kava n Coffee!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Soundtime Mirror
The best Kava Lounge on Maui by far
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hurricane Category
Allison Jornlin
Bartender Trey was so friendly and knowledgeable. He taught us a lot about kava that we didnāt know even after attending traditional Hawaiian awa ceremonies in years past. My husband and I visited on August 5, 2024. We ordered a single small bowl of the Vanuatu and talked story for about an hour with Trey and the other customers. I donāt think most customers will believe the extreme claims of the kava-haters. However, as a small business owner myself, I can sympathize with how unhinged reviews still hurt. I would unreservedly recommend this place to all, especially those like me who donāt usually feel comfortable at bars that serve alcohol. The lounge and its people are warm and inviting and freely share aloha and that local, family feeling, which shows they know the meaning of aumakua.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
James Carr
Wonderful place to cap off a great tour. We were welcomed like family to experience of first kava, and we loved it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michelle Lamson
We walked in thinking this was a bar that served alcohol, they donāt. We started talking to the server Brandon and he explained what it was and more. Its an awesome experience Itās BETTER than we thought. Definitely something to put on your list.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Phoebe Zuromski
Brandon was awesome!! This is my first kava experience and it was great. I learned so much about it from Brandon and defiantly would recommend and come back for more
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sandra DelGado
1st time there, loved the kava. Did not get offered my local discount or a warm welcome honestly to begin or introduced to the menu. yet I'll be back since the kava was delicious and they have a happy hour. When I'm paying $24 for a drink, I would appreciate impeccable service! Come on aumakua, I'll give ya another chance.
Iām so glad we stopped in here on our visit to Maui. Though weāre typically kratom drinkers, we had a shell of Hawaiian Kava with our lovely kavatender and Iām so glad we did - it tasted so wonderful and the effects were lovely! The mixed drinks here were to die for. All the ingredients are local and made in-house, and the mocktails are so creative and taste incredible. Loved everything from the drinks to the style of the little spot and the fantastic service! Do yourself a favor and stop in, you wonāt regret it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Living Shakti
A+Kava bar..exotic drinks and atmosphere..try the Saffron Lotus & the Damiana Rose elixirs....Lilikoi drinks top notch too!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hurricane Category
Benji Fox
Art here is awesome!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Rita Thompson
Cool vibe , great drinks. Kava is neat, try it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jon Kotwicki
Step on in to Paiaās biggest scam. If youāve never had kava they insist on you buying several shots, and also charge you for the shots that the ābartenderā drinks. Overall it tastes pretty bad and doesnāt at all compare to alcohol.
We were initially greeted very warmly and even took part in a welcoming ceremony, which was a nice touch. However, we were not informed that each Kava shot would cost 13 Dollars, and we only realized this when the bill arrived at the end. It felt misleading, and we were disappointed that this important detail was not communicated upfront. The ambiance is nice, but the Kava drink itself is quite acquired in taste. Would have appreciated more transparency regarding the pricing.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 2
Arrived especially for that location, website says open at noon, a guy there told 3pm,the place look completely under construction
After following the best dump truck driver of Maui on the road back from Hana that resulted in the fastest trek yet (shout out to you š«¶š¼). We wanted to celebrate with a cocktail and stumbled into Aumakua Kava Lounge. First time experiencing a kava lounge. We were welcomed with very receptive staff and a knowledgeable run through of the menu. A ceremonious toast and lovely drinks to follow. A wonderful experience. Would not hesitate to stop in again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kava n Coffee!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The best Kava Lounge on Maui by far
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hurricane Category
Bartender Trey was so friendly and knowledgeable. He taught us a lot about kava that we didnāt know even after attending traditional Hawaiian awa ceremonies in years past. My husband and I visited on August 5, 2024. We ordered a single small bowl of the Vanuatu and talked story for about an hour with Trey and the other customers. I donāt think most customers will believe the extreme claims of the kava-haters. However, as a small business owner myself, I can sympathize with how unhinged reviews still hurt. I would unreservedly recommend this place to all, especially those like me who donāt usually feel comfortable at bars that serve alcohol. The lounge and its people are warm and inviting and freely share aloha and that local, family feeling, which shows they know the meaning of aumakua.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wonderful place to cap off a great tour. We were welcomed like family to experience of first kava, and we loved it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We walked in thinking this was a bar that served alcohol, they donāt. We started talking to the server Brandon and he explained what it was and more. Its an awesome experience Itās BETTER than we thought. Definitely something to put on your list.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brandon was awesome!! This is my first kava experience and it was great. I learned so much about it from Brandon and defiantly would recommend and come back for more
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
1st time there, loved the kava. Did not get offered my local discount or a warm welcome honestly to begin or introduced to the menu. yet I'll be back since the kava was delicious and they have a happy hour. When I'm paying $24 for a drink, I would appreciate impeccable service! Come on aumakua, I'll give ya another chance.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
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Iām so glad we stopped in here on our visit to Maui. Though weāre typically kratom drinkers, we had a shell of Hawaiian Kava with our lovely kavatender and Iām so glad we did - it tasted so wonderful and the effects were lovely! The mixed drinks here were to die for. All the ingredients are local and made in-house, and the mocktails are so creative and taste incredible. Loved everything from the drinks to the style of the little spot and the fantastic service! Do yourself a favor and stop in, you wonāt regret it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A+Kava bar..exotic drinks and atmosphere..try the Saffron Lotus & the Damiana Rose elixirs....Lilikoi drinks top notch too!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hurricane Category
Art here is awesome!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Cool vibe , great drinks. Kava is neat, try it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Step on in to Paiaās biggest scam. If youāve never had kava they insist on you buying several shots, and also charge you for the shots that the ābartenderā drinks. Overall it tastes pretty bad and doesnāt at all compare to alcohol.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 1
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