Cute little coffee shop with sick merch. Got the Mac nut latte and it was perrrrfect. Sweetness, flavor, milkiness 5/5 They do have restrooms available read more

Java Kai Kauai - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

I recommend ordering online ahead of time to avoid waiting in a long line during peak hours. Perfect spot for a grab and go breakfast, plus they have a lot of pastries and goodies in the display case if you want something a little sweeter. Sandwiches are so delicious my phone did not eat first haha read more

Java Kai Kauai - Surfer Girl Sandwich & dirty iced chai latte - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

Ordered an iced Mac nut latte with oat milk which was delicious. The cream cheese pumpkin muffin was literally amazing and soo moist. Highly recommend read more

Java Kai Kauai - Iced Mac nut latte - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

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Everything was great! We got the breakfast burrito, a Mac nut latte and the brioche breakfast sandwich. It was all delicious!

Went to both locations but only actually had a cup of coffee at this one(twice). Coffee was very good and definitely rivaled another spot we enjoyed on the south side. The only reason it's 4 stars in the service was a little underwhelming at both locations (3 visits). I did buy some whole bean coffee to bring home but maybe it's a coincidence but every person I interacted with were not rude but just seemed miserable. Lighten up butter cup if you don't like what you do make a move and find happiness. Same person two different days at Kapaa location and the Kōloa location I bought the beans and she just seemed like she was ready to go home. read more

Great vibe! Last morning cofee before flying back home.We ordered the Mocha and the Lemon Ginger Muffin. The mocha was strong--just the way I like it--and tasted really good. The muffin was excellent too; it had a nice complexity with sweet, tangy notes and a touch of bitterness from the ginger. The service was okay.Overall a great spot read more

Java Kai Kauai - Maui Mocha - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

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Java Kai, Kapaa--nailed it. Cheesy polenta + chimichurri = flavor bomb. Perfect over-easy eggs, delicate fresh greens. Brunch dreams made of this. Took a bite before the photo! I couldn't wait! read more

Java Kai Kauai - Cheesy polenta with chimichurri, over easy eggs and green salad. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

Stopped by Java Kai on a Wednesday morning around 8am, the lines were long but the service was speedy. We waited a bit to order, but our drinks came out quickly. The Mac Nut Lattes (both hot and iced) were super tasty. The Strawberry matcha was good, and not at all sweet. Prices are a bit high, but comparable to other spots we've visited on our trip. We also enjoyed the Surfer Girl breakfast sandwich and the breakfast burrito (not pictured). The surfer girl was amazing, with a very tasty pesto aioli. Overall I'd definitely recommend this spot, make sure to get there early or order ahead! read more

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Had a great experience at Java Kai Coffee. We ordered two 100% Kauai drip coffees, an iced latte, banana bread, and a cinnamon coffee cake muffin, and everything was excellent. The coffee was smooth, flavorful, and exactly what you'd hope for when visiting Kauai. The baked goods were fresh, moist, and paired perfectly with the drinks. Friendly service and a great atmosphere made it an easy 5-star visit. We'll definitely be back the next time we're on the island. read more

Java Kai Kauai - Iced Latte, 2 Kauai drips - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

This is a must. Opens early and the food and drinks were so good. We came before our boat outing which was an early morning so it was nice that this place was open at 6. Not pictured was the food or drinks as it was early and we ate in the car while driving. Attached to the coffee is another business that doesn't open till later. We did stop here a second to check out the clothing store and get dessert but it was gone by the time we got back in tue afternoon. You know it's going to be good when it sells out. Staff were so nice and helpful. I would one thousand percent come back again read more

The coffee shop was poppin in the afternoon, Java Kai is a local coffee shop with great breakfast items including sandos and pastries. There is plenty of seating inside and outside, but inside fills up bc it's so hot! There is also a gift shop connected. The service was great considering how busy it was. We got a macadamia nut coffee iced and a pork breakfast burrito. This pork was incredibly good, the local pork is a must-try for sure. It was such a big burrito we barely finished it. It's very hardy. The coffee was okay but I know a lot of people who liked the coffee here. The pastries looked so good too! read more

Java Kai Kauai - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

The coffee was decent, not great. I got a latte with banana syrup. Kinda thought it was over hyped to be honest. They were super fast making the drinks, but the line is very long. We didn't get any food and it seemed like everyone else did. Maybe we didn't try enough. The haupia bar was the only food we got and I've seen it all around the island so pretty sure it's sourced from another business. Would give it another try for the food. read more

Java Kai Kauai - Haupia bar - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

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Great coffee in downtown Kapa. We loved the mac nut latte with coconut in it. We are definitely coming back- the baristas were very friendly and took their time to make the coffees with love. We ordered at the to go area for coffee but will come back for breakfast! read more

Java Kai Kauai - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

My wife and I shared a wonderful breakfast croissant and a breakfast sandwich with avocado toast. My boys had a breakfast burrito and we all shared an açaí bowl that was so good. Everything was tasty and fresh. The açaí was amazing killer. Of course this was on Kauai so it was very fitting and went well with our morning sunrise. Service was easy and quick. Highly recommend to anyone who has not been here or on vacation. Unfortunately I don't have pics but the photos are pretty much a reflection of we received . Enjoy & Aloha. read more

TLDR : Great coffee, wonderful bakery and pretty ambiance Tried the Java Kai kauai coffee during our trip to Kauai! Luckiwe tried it on the first day and this ended up being our first stop during the trip. Absolutely loved their coffees and sandwiches which we generally took to go for our day trips around the island and not once did we complain! read more

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My friends heard great things about Java Kai and said we had to make sure to stop by at one point. Well we all enjoyed our drinks and ended up coming by a second time during our trip! I got the iced mac nut latte both times. It was tasty and super refreshing on a hot day! Their drinks definitely run a little on the pricier side though. We didn't get a chance to try any of their food, so I can't speak to how their eats are. The interior is cute and trendy although a bit small, so it was pretty crowded when our large group came and stood in line. I can imagine those who were seating eating probably felt a bit cramped. The shop is also attached to a small clothing boutique, so we did some quick window shopping while waiting for our orders. Overall, a great option for some coffee and maybe even a quick snack. read more

So good. 6/5 stars. Every ingredient was clearly fresh made from scratch with love. The bread, egg and the sausage on the sandwich were so tender and flavorful. The shroom bread had a great pairing between ricotta and harissa. The coffee foam was thick and delicious. Everything was great and can't wait to try more things off the menu. read more

Java Kai Kauai - Coconut Maui Mocha - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

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A popular spot to get some coffee and other cafe items! - PARKING - There's several street parking spots, and we ended up walking to other shops along the road too. - SERVICE/ENVIRONMENT - There's not a ton of seating space inside or outside, but a few people did have their laptops out. We came by this location twice and both times there was a long line. You can order ahead to avoid waiting but there's a fee for doing so. Once you order, depending on how long the line was, it can take up to 10-15 minutes even for one drink. - DRINKS - Ube Special: This was a blended drink and although I love Ube and I love Vietnamese Coffee, this didn't taste great. The flavors got a bit muddled together and it ended up tasting like coconut cream and a splash of Vietnamese Coffee. Macadamia Nut Latte: I tried my friends latte and it was great, so I decided to order my own the second time we came here. It tasted different than my friends, almost like they missed a pump of mac syrup or something that made the drink not as flavorful. - OVERALL - Maybe I just got unlucky both times and my drinks weren't made properly, but they can make a good latte! Just not for me. read more

Quick PSA to try out their baked goodies and food. I had a tofu sandwich and it was gluten, dairy, sesame free and DELICIOUS! What can't they do?! read more

Java Kai Kauai - espresso - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

Extensive menu, quality ingredients and exceptional service! Unique, engaging and very clean! Staff was awesome/is always awesome. If they had one in SoCal I'd go everyday. Thanks ladies and gents! read more

Java Kai Kauai - Açaí bowl, Iced Mac Nut Latte, ube Iced Latte - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

Amazing coffee and smoothie selections!! The pastries are sweet and citrusy with some delicious caramel and chocolate options as well. I added coconut syrup to my macadamia nut latte and was very impressed. My dad tried a strawberry banana smoothie because he didn't want all the extra fruit, but wasn't too impressed by the flavor profile. I would suggest just getting one of their options instead of customizing the smoothie like we did. The meals looked and smelled fantastic! read more

Java Kai Kauai - Lilikoi Tart - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

Absolutely crazy wait for the most bland breakfast burrito I've had in my life. And it was $18. Paying for a boiled potato and an egg in a tortilla. No flavor whatsoever. read more

Cute coffee shop with great flavor choices! Service was friendly and quick. Tried one of their homemade syrups which was a nice blend of local flavors. My son tried an ube coconut latte which he also enjoyed! read more

Java Kai Kauai - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

Saying it's mid is being generous. 15 minutes for a breakfast burrito that was 80% potatoes for 18$ and zero flavor is criminal.. I live on Maui so I'm pretty jaded for breakfast spots for half the price and infinitely better and actually local sourced but this is just sad. Maybe their other options are better but based on something that should be easy to make well I'm not gonna try again. read more

Years later and still Ono! When visiting Kauai, this is a must stop for our early morning Java. My husband and I both got the Maui mocha, his hot mind iced. The service was quick and the place was busy. We'll be back tomorrow. read more

Java Kai Kauai - Maui Mocha - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

We stopped by twice at this spot to get their coffee & acai bowls. Their coffee & acai bowls were delicious! The second time we decided to get food & we were not disappointed. The grilled turkey club & Saturn burger were amazing! Friendly service , small place gets very busy but overall amazing spot to get food & drinks! read more

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I've eaten breakfast here on two different Kauai trips and the food is amazing. Breakfast burritos were basically perfect (as Californians we are very critical about this food haha) and had fresh ingredients, crispy bacon, and a delicious sauce for dipping. The power bowl is also a great option. I had never had pimento cheese, but turns out this tastes amazing with potatoes. The line is long first thing in the morning but most people are only getting coffee. Our food order only took about 15 minutes. read more

Java Kai Kauai - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

Java Kai is as good as it gets. Very popular, but they keep the line moving. Great staff and vibe.

Five stars from a boots-on-the-ground cowboy visiting paradise. Walked into Java Kai looking like I'd taken a wrong turn off the ranch and ended up in Hawaii -- and I'm glad I did. That iced vanilla latte was the real deal. Cold, smooth, strong enough to put a little giddy-up in your step, but mellow like island trade winds. Not sugary fluff. Just good, honest coffee with a touch of sweet. And those egg bites? I'd ride a long trail for those again. Warm, fluffy, packed with flavor, and just right for a man who likes breakfast to mean something. Simple. Solid. No drama. The vibe is laid back island style, but the quality is serious. Friendly folks, quick service, and the kind of place you'd tip your hat to on the way out. From Oregon dust to Kauai sand -- this cowboy approves. read more

SUCH good food. We got the pineapple french toast and the taro Saturn burger, and my non- vegetarian boyfriend said it was the best veggie burger he's ever had (also it had delicious pickles on it so that's a big plus). I also got the frozen hot chocolate which was fantastic as well. It's great if you're not into coffee but want something chocolaty and cold. The pastries also looked great so I'll need to try that when I come back. read more

Java Kai Kauai - Saturn burger and frozen hot chocolate - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

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They stopped putting roast dates on their beans so we don't know what we're buying. Ideal window for grinding fresh roasted beans is two weeks. How old are the beans my wife purchased from them for me, who knows. I tried it anyways it's clear they add fragrant oil to the roast process - shame! Coffee purists, stay away. read more

Overall a stop you need to do just cause how popular it is in my opinion. Went on a Saturday at 9 am. I see why the hype is there, solid breakfast sandwich and pretty good coffee but we wait roughly an hour for the food and 20 minutes for the coffee... Probably wouldn't go again unless it doesn't look very busy but just make sure to ask about the wait to set expectations cause it looked like a couple parties in the past and this day were thrown off by the wait time (even with the order ahead). Burger was a little burnt but still good. I would go back for the matcha since they were out and reviews say it's good! Overall good just not for a more than 20 min wait. read more

Java Kai Kauai - Breakfast Sandi, little burnt but 8/10! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

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The coffee is strong and delicious. Had the iced Mac Nut Latte. Açaí bowl had fresh ingredients. Burrito was also good but we ordered it with bacon and it didn't come with bacon. Didn't want to wait for new order. Popular spot on the island with waves of people coming in at various times of day. Recommend if at Kapa'a. read more

Java Kai Kauai - Açaí Bowl (veg/GF) Açaí Bowl (veg/GF) Açaí Bowl (veg/GF) Breakfast Burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

Really extensive drinks menu, I loved the Mac Nut Latte with Mac Nut milk! The prices here are high (the MN drink is $8 with the $1.5 up charge for the the MN milk) but it's vacation so #Yolo lol All the food we tried was fresh, delicious and fueled us up for the day. read more

Java Kai Kauai - L- Pulled BBQ Kalua Pork Sandwich B- Power Bowl ( subbed bacon for pork) R- Tropical Waffles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

DRINK WAS SITTING ON TOP OF COFFEE MACHINE. Ordered online at 9:45 am. Checked with employee at 10:15 am, she said they're still working on it. At 10:30 am, finally another employee checked in with me who then grabbed my coffee from on top of the coffee machine that was sitting there for who knows how long. So disappointing. read more

Such a cute spot in Kapaa town with great gluten free options. My matcha latte was good and the gluten free turkey sandwich and sweet potato salad hit the spot for lunch. We'll definitely be back for a casual lunch again. read more

Java Kai Kauai - gluten free sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

Cute little shop, but be prepared, it gets crazy busy! And... be prepared to wait! Coffee is delicious, but they have limited appliances to keep up with the volume of customers, causing the long wait time. read more

My husband and I went for breakfast and coffee, just drip nothing fancy. Bear with me, if you're interested...Coffee was nearly cold. I told one of the baristas and she said she would stick it in the microwave (what?). After its time in the microwave, it was still barely warm but she said a fresh brew would be ready in 6 minutes. Our food came out and it was delicious. Back I went to get our fresh coffee and same barista looked irritated and asked me to bring my (paper) coffee cup which was still full of cold (and not so great) coffee. I dumped the coffee in the trash and handed her my cup and she said, "Next time, please don't put liquids in the trash." There won't be a next time, I can assure you. read more

Delicious bakery items and perfect coffee drinks! Excellent customer service! Outside seating was great! read more

Java Kai Kauai - Perfect coffee drinks and delicious food! Mother's Day outing! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

Our absolute favorite coffee shop on the island. We've been coming for years and it's just as good every time. The lilikoi cheesecake is a must, nothing compares. Every coffee drink we've tried has been fantastic. The branding is super cool, and the staff is chill. The space is tight, so expect to squeeze while you wait, but totally worth it. read more

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