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    First Wave Coffee

    5.0 (131 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea
    Open 7:30 am - 1:30 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Haley K.

    Been wanting to try this spot for a really long time & finally made it. Located on the garden side of Lowes close to target. Recently on social media they've been popping off for their many matcha combos. So therefore I went for the lilikoi matcha. A really unique combo of flavors. Surprisingly well balanced & one didnt overpower the other. Really yummy. Customer service was amazing. Very warm & welcoming. I didnt really care how they spelled my name, but he wanted to spell it correctly. Go support those guys, they're putting out some good drinks over there.

    Se C.

    Nice little small business ran by a few people. I tried the banana mac nut oat milk matcha. The drink was very sweet and I wish I asked for it to be made less sweet. The service was so quick and friendly!

    ube matcha, strawberry matcha
    Kristine S.

    Best we had on the island. We tried 4 different coffee spots, but had to come back here twice for their matcha lattes! We tried macnut banana, ube and strawberry. Staff is so kind!

    My weakness.
    Dana D.

    I cant believe it took me this long to try this place! This little spot in Lowes parking lot is the baddest, best coffee stand. Period! Parking - no problem. Accessibility - no problem. Chickens - cant guarantee they wont follow you. Ha! I got the banana nut matcha and my friend got the ube matcha. Both of us give 9/10. So refreshing for a Maui day. So rich in matcha taste. (in a good way) The staff is so friendly and the service is quick. I feel I need to go back for the other flavors. Go and then go again.

    Leeza D.

    Line was sooo long, we couldn't wait. However the menu looks great and all the Yelp reviews are so positive. We will have to hit it at another time. Please come and create your own adventure.

    white chocolate macadamia
    Celine K.

    so many great options to choose from but i went w their latte that had white chocolate and macadamia, it was delicious! they have cute tshirts too and homemade cinnamon rolls!!

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    Jason F.

    I stopped by here earlier today by myself 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 First Wave Coffee. This coffee stand is located in the Lowe's parking lot and when I got there it had a line about 10 people deep. There isn't too much to say about the trailer itself other than it was grey with some wooden decorations wrapped around it, with the top part designed to look like waves. There were two guys working inside and they were cranking out coffees, but the line still moved slowly, taking about 25 minutes from getting in line to getting my drink. They also seemed to know at least half the people waiting and were super friendly with everyone else. For my coffee on this morning I decided to go with a hot 20 oz Hapa, which was coconut and honey. My coffee here was good as I could taste the coconut first and then some sweetness from the honey. The coffee itself was definitely the star as it tasted freshly roasted and had a strong flavor. The bottom line for me is that I would head back here again in the future. While no one wants to wait 25 minutes for a cup of coffee, the quality of the drink and the friendliness of the staff made it easy to see why this place is a local favorite.

    Matcha Menu 12/2025
    Jessi Lynne B.

    OMG so yum with the sweetest owners and I appreciate how friendly they are! If you get there early, know that they form a line before they even open but no worries, they service the line super quick! Went with a friend and we opted to try the Blackberry Vanilla and Cotton Candy matcha. Both were super tasty and I can't wait to try more! Everyone seems to leave 100x happier after they start sipping on their matcha or coffee. They offer such a simple menu but with delicious flavor combos. They have a few tables and chairs if you'd like to sit and enjoy your goodies but most seem to take it to go. My only wish to make this spot even better is to open a smidge earlier like at 7am. I know more people would hit this spot before work to make it on time, like me lol. I can only imagine how much busier it is on the weekend for those who can't make it during the week. Stop by and support this small but mighty local business!

    Strawberry White Chocolate Matcha
    Maria P.

    I am a big fan of First Wave Coffee! They are a small but mighty coffee trailer located at Lowe's on the Target side of the parking lot in Kahului. Depending on deliveries and parking situation, their location can shift a bit, but they're generally in the same area and easy to find--and absolutely worth the stop. From the start, First Wave has impressed me with their consistently delicious drinks and top tier service. They proudly serve Social Hour Coffee blends, and I knew right away from the first sip that they were using the Vinyl blend--one of my absolute favorites. Their iced dark chocolate mocha was my go-to for the longest time: smooth, chocolatey, and always hit the right notes. I've also had the Hapa and Shore Break, both solid choices in their own right. More recently, they've been gaining attention for their matcha drinks and their laundry list of flavor combos. I don't typically like matcha, but their Strawberry White Chocolate Matcha piqued my interest which brought me back the other week. I was pleasantly surprised with its sweet and perfectly balanced flavors. It was delicious and the white chocolate added just the right touch! A while back, my coworkers got me the Banana Matcha, which was fun, but the strawberry combo is definitely the winner for me. While I've largely given up coffee, it's great to know there's still something I can enjoy on the menu when I'm really craving a little pick me up. They also offer a small but tasty selection of local made pastries--like cookies, muffins, and banana bread--which pair nicely with whatever you're sipping on. And finally, what truly makes them stand out is their outstanding customer service. Jansen and his brother are always kind, welcoming, and genuinely passionate about what they do. It's that personal touch that makes First Wave Coffee not just a place to grab a drink--but a place that makes you feel like family. When I first started coming here, it felt like a hidden gem--but not anymore! They've gained so many loyal fans, and now it's common to see a long line forming. I'm so happy to see them busy and thriving--they truly deserve all the success coming their way. Highly recommend stopping by for your caffeine fix!

    My iced strawberry matcha (soooooo delicious!!!)
    Jen M.

    We've been wanting to stop by here foreverrrrrrr because we've only heard good things about this place but it is always so crowded! But today we finally had a chance to stop and smell the roses (or matcha if you will!!) and got a coffee and some delicious matcha drinks to start off my husbands birthday weekend. I knew it was gonna be a good place (since there is always always a line) but the service here is seriously on another level. Beyond EXCELLENT. You will not find kinder or sweeter baristas/matcha-istas than the 2 young men running this truck. And the drinks.....SOOOO good. I am a strawberry matcha lover so I had to get that and it did not disappoint. We also tried the lilikoi matcha and the upcountry (lavender and honey) latte and those were also delicious!! They also sell banana bread and chocolate chip banana bread which is also so yummy and a great compliment to whatever drink you choose to get. Cannot recommend this place enough!!!! And even if it's crowded, it is 1000000000% worth the wait. I know I'll be stopping by again regardless of the crowd of other first wave lovers! And here's a little Pro tip: if your husband wants you to go to Lowe's with him, just go because you can get a super delicious drink from first wave as your reward (wink wink). Definitely stop here and support our locals!!!!

    Ellen Y.

    The line was so insanely long on Saturday afternoon. That's how you know the word has gotten out and they're GOOD. They're also so so nice and will talk to each customer. The regulars waited in this line, so we stayed. That macnut latte changed my life. That first sip will be something I'll be thinking about for a long time!

    Line/location
    Ryan M.

    We saw this location on tiktok and had to check it out. When we got there we saw that the line to their trailer was long. (A good sign) it moved pretty quick though. We got a few drinks to try, lilikoi, banana mac, and guava. HANDS DOWN ONE OF THEEE BEST BANANA FLAVORED MATACH I'VE HAD. We learned that its family owned and it's two brothers. They were super friendly.

    Lawrence S.

    This is the second time I have tried out these guys and I was not disappointed. This time I tried a banana but dirty matcha with oat milk. We also ordered a shore break which was Mac nut and white chocolate. I liked the banana nut better as a coffee. It is good as a matcha but I liked the flavor better as a coffee. I have not been had a bad drink from these. Guys yet. The service is always top notch. The guys that run the truck are friendly and engage with all the customers. I like the setup of the little coffee wagon. These guys have some of the best coffee and match drinks on the island. I highly recommend.

    Shore Break and Banana Mac-Nut Matcha

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    The best coffee I had on the island all week. Definitely recommend the Shore Break, I believe is the name. Very friendly.

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    I am not a coffee snob, and usually drink whatever, but now I only want this! The best coffee in Maui, you need to come here!

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    2 years ago

    Best coffee on island. Even better supporting local than major chain across the street! Aloha! Keep pumping out the fire drinks

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    2 years ago

    great service and amazing latte options!! 10/10 would go again! plus its right by the aurport!

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    3 years ago

    simple menu with reasonable prices and great service, as well as a friendly clerk/owner!

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