When you need a quick pick-me-up, let the delightful aroma of freshly brewed coffee and baked goods lead you to Maui Coffee Roasters. Located near the Kanaha Pond in Kahului, this classic café serves as the perfect setting to sip on your favorite brews while soaking in the good vibes all around. Their hearty baked goods complete the experience, allowing you to fuel up for all your island adventures.
Upon opening up shop in 1982, they instantly gained a loyal following by serving up tasty coffee brews of all kinds. They have 100% Kona coffee, Hawaiian blends, and so much more, all ready and waiting for your order. To figure out just what to get, you’ll need to direct your attention to their classic chalkboard menu. At a glance, you can find all their most popular coffee creations and even get inspiration for your own variations. The talented baristas can brew up whatever suits your fancy and will always do so with a smile.
Just don’t forget to pair your coffee with their fresh-made baked goods if you want the full dining experience. Bagels, egg benedicts, sandwiches, salads, and so much more all await your order. The team uses high-quality, local ingredients to handcraft each item right when you order it, so you know it’ll be fresh and flavorful every time.
No matter what you end up ordering, plan to kick back and relax in their coffee shop for at least a little while. The good vibes never fail to lift your spirits, while the gorgeous works of art on the walls will keep you well entertained. By grabbing a seat in house, you get to hear all the happy chatter, too, plus even engage in friendly banter with your fellow patrons from time to time.
Must-try items include:
Honey Latte
With its perfect balance of honey sweetness to robust coffee flavors, the Honey Latte always serves as a fantastic way to start the day. When you order this drink, the barista starts its creation by brewing up a double shot of espresso. Once that’s done, they infuse it with micro foamed steamed milk and honey infused espresso.
Pitaya Smoothie
If you prefer a fruity kick over coffee, treat yourself to the Pitaya Smoothie. They create this popular drink by blending dragonfruit with apple juice. Once that’s the perfect consistency, mixed fruit joins the party to balance the sweet and tart flavors.
Crab Melt
When you want to enjoy rich, bold flavors in every single bite, go for the Crab Melt. This dish begins with the creation of their housemade crab salad. After that, they toast a bagel and put the crab salad on top. Cheddar and mozzarella cheese goes over the salad, and then the whole lot goes under the broiler until bubbly and golden brown. A slice of tomato from Da Kine Herb Farmlands on the cheese along with a generous handful of Kula Aina Farms sprouts.
Don’t forget to shop around while you wait for your barista to create your order. They sell all their most popular beans by the pound, for starters. You can get them whole or in any grind imaginable, including Auto Drip, French Press, and Percolator. They’re also a great place to get memorable Maui gifts, like Hi Spice Pineapple Habanero hot sauce, Maui Upcountry Guava Butter, and Maui Fruit Jewels. Get your Maui Coffee Roasters swag while you’re at it, so you can show off your love for this coffee shop wherever your travels take you.
Insider Tips:
-Want discounts on cappuccinos? Come in from 2 pm to close for Happy Cappy hour.
-If you’d like to cut to the chase, put in your order online or give them a call before leaving your hotel. Once you arrive, your barista will bring out your selections, so you can hit the road without any further delay.