Nestled on the Makawao Main Street, near stores and beautiful scenery is the friendliest coffee shop you must try. Fresh pastries and Hawaiian grown coffee waft out of the welcoming open doors as you walk up. I order the coconut cold brew and pair it with either a fresh made ham & cheese croissant or a cinnamon roll and the pairing is a perfect way to start the day. The croissant is flaky, soft, and covered in melted cheese as you bite in. Cinnamon rolls are baked locally and you can end up going on a day with an Ube or Matcha option! You'll leave energized by coffee and conversation, ready for your next adventure. read more

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I stopped by here yesterday for my morning coffee. Whenever I go on vacation I try to hit up a new coffee shop every morning and on this morning I ended up heading over to Espresso Mafia. We were heading back from a sunrise at Haleakalā when I decided to check Yelp for good nearby coffee places and this popped up, so we headed on over. This coffee shop is on Baldwin Ave in Makawao and the inside is pretty large with lots of seating. They also have a display case with baked goods over by where you order. After looking over the menu I ultimately decided on one of their specials, a cherry vanilla latte, which I don't think I have seen before in a coffee. After only a couple of minute wait, I had my latte and was out the door. My coffee here ended up tasting really good, almost like a cherry vanilla ice cream. The cherry flavor came first and that was followed by the sweet vanilla. While I know the coffee was there, it got lost a bit with the cherry vanilla flavoring. Still, I enjoyed it. The bottom line for me is that I would head back here again in the future. A cherry vanilla latte is a new combo for me, but I enjoyed it and only wish the espresso was a bit more pronounced. read more

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Espresso Mafia is just what I needed after flying into Maui for a quick pick me up. Located in Makawao, this cute coffee shop had such great reviews I knew I had to stop by and I wasnt disappointed. I ordered their iced MacNut latte, a vegan raspberry Pop-Tart and purchased some of their signature roasted coffee beans to take home The owner and I had a great chat and he took the time to recommend some other local foodie spots to try while I was in town If I wasn't staying in Kanapali, this place would have been my daily coffee spot during my vacation Definitely stop by and take the time to stop by the other cute shops and eateries on this street...you won't regret it! read more

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I keep coming back for more - items I've tried recently that I love - the Spring Latte with cold pandan foam - SO good. If you haven't tried pandan before, you should jump on this opportunity. It's very ube/vanilla adjacent - very special. Also loving the Coco Cano which is an Americano made with coconut water and then a coconut cold foam on top which is just so delicious. I love the way coffee and coconut flavors go together. This is such a great spot to go and get a little morning work done, have a couple of coffee drinks - I can never have just one. Best on the island. read more

Sparkling Americano - sparky-cano - after a hike is the elixir of the gods. So refreshing. So delish. Just sweet enough with a little vanilla syrup and a perfect espresso. Also, barista is hila read more

Espresso Mafia - Sparkling Americano. Espresso, sparkling water, vanilla. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Makawao, Hawaii

Makawao, HI. A pretty darned good latte is served up here. Nice rich flavor and a bit of buzz to go. You must request a ceramic cup or you'll get a paper one. The people working here were pretty happy and animated. This vibe also included the girl taking my order avoiding my existence for as long as possible, while the joyful interaction with the barista ensued. On a return visit the barista gave my a one on one lesson on latte art, that was pretty cool. I'll see how well it works at home, but I'm pretty sure my Gaggia at home is unable to produce the quality of micro foam necessary to do this. read more

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Such a cute shop. Very friendly family who own it. The honey cream and iced matcha were delicious. Great coffee shop and definitely recommend. read more

Espresso Mafia - Honey cream - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Makawao, Hawaii

A fun place to grab a beverage after pickup of the famous doughnuts on a stick from across the street. Hubby gave his cappuccino a 5 and I'd give my special amaretto vanilla bean latte a 3.5 because on first taste, I tasted burnt to me. I'm not a big coffee person so it could just be me. Happy to come back again for a cappuccino and more beans. The patio was nice with plenty of space for kids to run around too. read more

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Super cool coffee shop with baked goods and other drinks. The Cafe Fredo (whipped espresso) was incredible! The staff was supper friendly. read more

Espresso Mafia - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Makawao, Hawaii

Espresso fredo! In love with this drink!!! Great coffee pick up for afternoon shopping on the street. No a/c. Cute and quaint. Coffee is good here. read more

My wife said the chai tea latte was the best drink she has ever had in her entire life...and she's an old woman.

Lattes for the office today! This time I went for the Strawberry Matcha and I absolutely made the right choice. Others had the Peppermint Matcha (delicious), the Flat White and the regular latte. For munchies we got the apple crumble (not too sweet and with enough apples) and the delectable Strawberry Guava bar. Service was friendly and quick! read more

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Espresso Mafia is such a cute spot with the best coffee in town. The drinks are always rich and delicious, and there's plenty of seating to relax or get work done. A perfect little gem for coffee lovers. Friendly barista and we love his coffee art. read more

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I stumbled upon Espresso Mafia driving around Makawao. If I could I would give this indie spot ten stars. The Homie and I are from PacNW where coffee is taken very seriously. Decent baked items and sandwiches are available too. Welcoming vibe from the owner and the cafe staff! Love seeing an owner living the dream, creating community, with each item crafted. We visited twice (8/27/25 and 8/30/25), even brought the The Bro along when headed through Upcountry! Highly recommended! read more

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Turkey Bacon Sandwich was delicious. Mocha was good. Affogato was yummy! Lots of different specials to try. Service was fast and friendly. Indoor and outdoor seating available. Cute coffee place Upcountry Makawao. Our first time to visit and will definitely come back. Nice place to enjoy your morning! read more

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Super busy place. The team working was VERY friendly and they seemed to enjoy working together. There are tourist activities that stop here (like mountain bike tours). It gets busy when they do! They have a great amount of seating inside. Opens early. The coffee was well done. They have multiple milk alternative options. I think it was the best coffee in Makawao. read more

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Stopped by four years later - still just as good! Missed the mafia milk but the cold brew and latte is still the best on the island. He was kind enough to make chocolate milk for our kids. read more

The coffee and food choices at this cafe are solid! I had an iced honey latte and a mafia bar - a delicious treat with shortbread, macadamia nuts, chocolate, and coconut. If you're in the area, you have to stop! read more

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Espresso Mafia has a great vibe -- minimalist, clean, and clearly focused on doing espresso well. I appreciated the attention to detail and the no-frills approach. That said, the coffee itself was just okay for me. I ordered the tiramisu latte and while it was smooth and well-made, it was missing something -- maybe depth or flavor that really stands out. It wasn't bad at all, just not memorable. Still, I'd recommend it if you're in the area and want a more refined, specialty coffee experience. The space is beautiful and the service was kind -- just wish the coffee had a little more spark. read more

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This place is a must try! First off the area it's in is so cute and very fun to visit so that's an easy plus! I went on a Tuesday I think and while there were people inside there was plenty of room to sit inside and relax. Inside is so clean and welcoming, plenty of seating available. The employees were so friendly and clearly knowledgeable! They explained in depth the process of how they make their Ube nitro to myself and my family (we are coffee lovers and often make our own at home). Now the Ube nitro was delicious, I mean just the look of it is stunning but it tastes even more beautiful than it looks! I didn't get any of the food but it looked amazing. Overall this place is an absolute must try! One of the best places I've been to on Maui! read more

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Best coffee on Maui. I went on multiple stays during my visit, as this was easily the best coffee I had during the trip. Staff was efficient and friendly, the cafe was cool to relax and have you drink and get out of the sun for a few. But again, the coffee is excellent and this is definitely why I recommend. read more

I got the coconut latte with coconut milk and wasn't too impressed. It tasted almost sour so that was a bit of a surprise but maybe it was coconut water that was used. I should've asked more questions and not assuming what it would taste like compared to other coconut lattes I've had. It also tastes a little watered down. My husband got the Ube latte and enjoyed his. It wasn't overly sweet and had a nice Ube flavor. The only complaint he had was that it could have used more espresso. The vibes here are great though, lots of seating and people hanging out and some getting work done. Service was friendly and very fast. read more

If you're looking for coffee upcountry, then this is where you want to go! The owner is actually on site, pulling perfectly balanced espresso shots and steaming milk right to where it should be. Their pastries are amazing as well! Don't sleep on this place! read more

The staff is super friendly and they have a lot of fun providing coffee to their local community! I loved getting to see the cute latte art in my order, made for a super nice photo! Good place to stop by if you're in Makawao during the morning time - Miguel Morales Photography read more

Espresso Mafia - Latte Art (@miguelmoralesphotography on Instagram) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Makawao, Hawaii

Amazing coffee and even more amazing customer service. I had a flat white, but my friend's Italian latte really stole the show! Rosemary and thyme sound absurd in latte, but I was very happily proven wrong. And don't get me wrong, the flat white was not slouching one bit. Also want to thank the owner! I spilled my first flat white all over myself and the floor on accident and he took it completely in stride. Handed us a roll of paper towel, appeared out of nowhere with a mop to handle the floor, then jumped on making me a second flat white immediately. Seriously, I really appreciated how quick, professional, and accommodating the owner jumped on board. Didn't even charge me for the second drink! I'll definitely be back to grab that Italian espresso when I'm in Maui again!! read more

have the pleasure of meeting the owner Anthony to help me this place years ago used to be sent me memory. I was trying to get back since before my grandmother passed away but thank God I stumbled onto Anthony. Very warm kind hearted. I will definitely come back when I'm in town again great ambiance like i love the staff!! good was also great they ran out of sandwiches but i had a cinnamon brown sugar roll read more

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We made our way to Makawao after spending the morning at Haleakalá National Park - it was a surprisingly short drive. Having gotten up at 4am for the sunrise, we were in dire need of coffee, and Espresso Mafia had the best rating we'd ever seen for a coffee shop. It was the perfect stop for a caffeine fix and well-worthy of its full 5 stars. What an incredible find! While we didn't see many people walking around, Espresso Mafia was positively popping. That being said, it was still such a fun, lively vibe full of laughter and people just having a good time. They also have both indoor and outdoor seating, which is always nice. Their menu is incredible. We had a hard time deciding what to get and initially settled on an affogato and a chai latte. The choice of espresso makes or breaks an affogato, and their espresso was perfect with the vanilla ice cream. Chai tea was delicious as well. We were so impressed by their drinks that we came back after lunch to try their coconut cold brew. Everyone needs to try this cold brew - this was the BEST we've ever had. Their house-made coconut syrup was so unbelievably delicious and the perfect compliment to the cold brew. I only wish we lived by here so I could order it again. If you're looking for pastries, aim to get here earlier in the morning. We showed up around 11am, and their case was nearly empty. So they must be great! Service was wonderful. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming and such fun to talk to. Great place to stop for a quick coffee, have a fun outing with friends, or stop by solo to get some work done. Overall, a must-stop. read more

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I'm sad that I don't drive over to Baldwin for school drop off any longer, because Espresso Mafia was a stop that I would make on my way home. Good, short morning conversations and delicious espresso. Wish they had some different pastry options, but the location is quick and easy to get in and out of. You'll definitely see the regulars here if you become one. There's a cute little patio and wifi. read more

They made me an offer I can't refuse... Of course I had to (sort of) quote The Godfather! After all, it is Espresso Mafia, and let me tell you...they are LEGIT! First time for my hubby & I to check them out, but I'd already heard about them, checked out their website, IG, y'know cuz we are pretty particular about our coffee and coffee shops and we would be making the trek from South Maui to Upcountry during our most recent visit to the island. All the hype is true, ladies & gents! Espresso Mafia is a must whether you live on island or are visiting. When you have Italian espresso combined with local Hawaiian ingredients and inspiration, you get rich, flavorful, balanced coffee/espresso drinks and bites to pair them with. We got our usual latte with almond milk, and also tried one of their specialty drinks: the Honey Cream Latte. We were a tad worried the latter would be too sweet, but it was perfect *chef's kiss!* My espresso-obsessed Italian husband and I (also a coffee lover) approve! While waiting for our drinks, we talked story with the owners. Anthony was manning the espresso machine while one of his sons was taking orders (and later his wife Megan). He noticed my husband's Tahoe hat, and all of a sudden we were talking about Tahoe, snowboarding, fitness, coffee, Maui, and more! Seriously such sincere, great people who are clearly passionate about their work, family & life on the island. Grazie & Mahalo, Bianucci ohana! It's worth waiting in the queue, so relax, wait and Fuhgeddaboudit! read more

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Food-Coffee: 5/5 The coffee that the owner, Anthony, makes is He makes his own syrups which are delicious. My go to was Honey Cream Latte (with oat milk). The perfect balance of coffee, syrup and oat milk. The Tiramisu Latte was also The Amoretti Latte was also Service: 5/5 Anthony is so friendly and personable. Good smile and very welcoming. Ambiance: 5/5 Plenty of seats inside and tables outside. Anthony has cool music playing while you wait for your delicious coffee. Anthony also has pasties, but we did not have the opportunity to try any. Keep up your hard work Anthony. Mahalo read more

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I have been visiting this place since they were operating out of a cart on Baldwin Avenue. They moved into their home a few months ago. Parking is on the street. It is a favorite coffee stop for visitors and locals. The barista is the owner, and he enjoys talking to customers whether you are a regular or first timer. If you like your coffee with a jolt, this is a great spot to visit whenever you're in Makawao. read more

Espresso Mafia - Ube latte cold nitro - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Makawao, Hawaii

I drink decaf and it's rare to find a place that makes excellent decaf espresso. A lot of places will mess it up but Espresso Mafia makes a good decaf cappuccino. Anthony was great and was nice to chat with while he made our drinks. The little patio is nice with some shade and cool breezes. I highly recommend if you're in the area. read more

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Beautiful patio as well as naturally lit indoor seating. Reminds me of my favorite coffee shops in Santa Cruz CA. Cappuccino has perfect balance of foam to milk ratio and espresso was more nutty & cacao than fruit/floral forward. I actually had his tiramisu latte yesterday, and as a black coffee drinker, his tiramisu syrup was perfectly balanced- tasted like the dessert without being overly sweet. The cold brew was my kind of refreshment in a warm sunny day. Anthony is all the five stars!! Amazing customer service- super friendly talkative and expert of the area and offered my husband and I recommendations to visit. read more

Espresso Mafia - Cappuccino & cold brew - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Makawao, Hawaii

Cutest little coffee shop in Makawao. The barista was super friendly and helped me find something to try. Ended up getting the lavender vanilla latte and it was fantastic. Wish I took a photo of my latte but I drank it too fast. read more

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Always stop here when we come to the island. The owner is so friendly and willing to chat all things island. The cafe is gorgeous bright and airy. And the coffee is DELICIOUS read more

Espresso Mafia - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Makawao, Hawaii

Awesome place with super friendly owners! Wife ordered the Vanilla Lavender Iced Latte and it was mind blowing good...the beans were perfect. read more

I'm still thinking about my iced chai tea latte five months later....it was that good! I would go every day if I lived in Maui!

We stopped by Makawao to walk around after visiting Haleakalā National Park. We needed a pick me up, so we decided to get coffee from Espresso Mafia. It's a cute little food truck in a small courtyard, and the barista was super nice. This definitely seemed like the place to be - the line was consistently busy. I ordered an affogato and it was tasty. My husband ordered the bourbon praline cold brew, which wasn't his favorite. They had a lot of drinks on their menu that sounded delicious, so I would definitely go back again! They also have some food, including a few sandwiches. read more

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We ordered Cappuccino's and it was perfect! Temperature,creaminess and flavor spot on. Whenever we are in the area we come and get a cup.

I had high hopes! I ordered three different lattes and they all tasted the same. The banana bread and the turkey pesto sandwich was really good. Drinks took a really long time as drinks were staged in a huge line. read more