Nestled on the Makawao Main Street, near stores and beautiful scenery is the friendliest coffee…read moreshop 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.

I stopped by here yesterday for my morning coffee. Whenever I go on vacation I try to hit up a new…read morecoffee 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.

This is the perfect place for an early morning choice especially if you like to support local…read moresmall businesses. I appreciate the Vietnamese Coffees on the menu. There were 4 of us ordering. A Black Sesame coffee, 3 different types of Matcha lattes, 2 Chicken and Pesto Paninis. All were very good and I will hope they are still going strong when I visit the island again in the future!

Early Bird is such a great little shop on the island! I went here with my sister on our second day,…read moreand it was pretty busy for a Monday around noon. The line doesn't move super quickly, but once you order, the service is fast. There were only about three people working inside this little truck, but this crew is mighty! They were moving as fast as they could. Just a heads-up, it does get HOT while you're waiting, so be prepared to stand outside for a bit. What we got: Guava Matcha Latte - 8/10 Earthy and super tasty! You can really taste the guava, and I thought it paired really well with the matcha. Vietnamese Coffee - 8/10 Love that they incorporate Vietnamese coffee here! It was strong and not overly sweet, which is exactly how I like it. Ube Coffee - 7/10 A unique coffee drink! I really liked the balance between the ube and coffee. Neither flavor overpowered the other, and it worked really well together. Definitely a fan favorite on the island. We'll be back again!

The cutest little coffee shop! We stopped in and absolutely loved everything. I got the Fireside…read moreMocha, my husband ordered the Haleakalā Rising, and both were 10/10. We also split the blueberry muffin, which was served warm and was absolutely delicious. On top of that, the great service made the experience even better. We'll definitely be back the next time we're on Maui!

Sweet upcountry spot perfect for an early morning wake-up, mid morning boost, or early afternoon…read moretreat, featuring a wide variety of coffee drinks, chai and non-caffeinated options, scrumptious pastries, frittata, and more. Housed in a cute but surprisingly spacious trolley car in the Kulamalu center, Crema Maui also offers t-shirts, earrings, coffee-related gear, plants, and other great accessories. There's a good sized outdoor seating area that's just right for early-morning quiet contemplation or for people watching later in the day as the nearby shops get busier, with music in the background that's comforting and peaceful (unlike the aural assault too many places seem to think means "hip" these days). I got a plain latte, which was perfectly done, and a chocolate cruffin, which was a decadent and delicious treat--flaky, with crunchy outer layers and soft center, filled with rich dark chocolate that was smooth and not too sweet. A wonderful way to start the day!

This place was SO good! The customer service was exceptional, and the food and coffee were…read moredelicious. I actually went twice during my trip to Maui, and if I had more time, I definitely would have gone again! The coffee and bagel were both delicious, and the whole experience was great from start to finish. Definitely a must-visit if you're in Maui!

This place is a slice of heaven. The service was exceptionally friendly and made me feel so…read morewelcomed everytime I came in during my time on the island (which was EVERYDAY). I had the Iced Sugar Free Vanilla Latte or Iced Sugar Free Vanilla Mocha every time I came. The drink was delicious EVERY TIME! I also tried the Mac Nut Banana Bread and it was fanastic...honestly...some of the best on the island. But the best part was the service. Half-way through my time here, the I noticed that most of the servers started to expect me and knew my name. And when it was time for me to leave (so sad), the wished me a heart felt safe trip home. This is a great community coffee shop and I loved it. I will definitely be back here on my next trip to island and I will start every day on the island with a morning pick me up from Hawaiian Village Coffee.

Came in about 5pm, and only one other guest there before myself. Service was great. She was super…read morefriendly! Cafe was clean and welcoming with a cute patio. They were out of ube, so I couldn't get an ube latte, but I got the mocha-nut latte instead and it did it disappoint! Very delicious. The apple danish? Probably top 5 cheese danishes I've had ever... and I am a self-proclaimed cheese danish connoisseur. This place is in the South Maui Gardens area. You'll see a blue old school car parked out front. Add this to your coffee list of places to try!

Delightfully relaxing little coffee bar in the garden food truck place in Kihei…read more I enjoyed an iced almond milk latte that was delicious. Staff here are friendly and helpful. Overall, this is a great spot for a refreshing break with tasty beverages. Highly recommend.

I've already been to Kalia Cafe twice on this Maui trip, which probably says enough…read more The first time we ordered online for breakfast. I got the smoked salmon bagel and my boyfriend got the breakfast sandwich, and we both really enjoyed them! We also split the bubble waffle. We ended up eating it cold, but I'd definitely recommend eating it fresh/hot. The real star of the show was the Maui Melt panini I got when I came back a second time. LOVED IT. Easily my favorite thing I've tried here so far. I also got one of their specialty lattes with cold foam and asked for it less sweet. It was delicious! The barista was also super sweet and friendly. I sat inside at one of the corner tables and there was an outlet right next to me to plug in my laptop, plus WiFi, which was really nice since I wanted to get some work done. They also have outdoor seating if you'd rather enjoy the weather. Cute spot, great food and coffee, friendly service, and a good place to hang out or work for a bit. Definitely coming back!

Pulled up to Cafe Kaila about 10am and yeah... get one line. Nothing crazy though, about nine names…read moreahead of us. I was already doing the math and thinking , "Eh, we might be here awhile." But nah, good timing. People were finishing up, bussing tables, and bam, maybe 20-30 minutes tops. Not bad at all. While we was waiting, they come out with waffle samples for everyone in line. I mean... who does that? That's how you keep people from getting all hangry. Instant good vibes, the whole line outside was just smiling and waiting patiently. Finally get seated and both the hostess and waitress were super nice--real friendly, no rush, no attitude. In the front they had mushroom soup on the specials board, so we figured we go sample um. I had them bring a cup of soup out to start along with my wife's coffee. Gotta be honest--when I dipped my spoon in, I was already judging. Looked kinda thin, not creamy like other mushroom soups I've had. I was thinking, "Ahh here we go." Took one spoonful and immediately had to humble myself. That soup was money. Like, stop-talking-and-just-eat. My wife tried it and confirmed that this soup was "winnahs" . Deep mushroom flavor with the right amount of seasoning. It also came with a little piece of focaccia toast which I would have really enjoyed but had to take my wife's word for it since she ate um all . Should've ordered the bowl. Rookie mistake. For my main, I went with the original eggs Benedict. Portions were a little on the small side, but with the roasted potatoes, I was good. Didn't leave hungry, didn't need to loosen the belt--perfect middle ground. My wife got the strawberry waffles and yeah... those were legit. She's not a syrup person, so she asked for more whipped cream. The waitress comes back with a little mountain of whipped cream in the little silver ramekin. All in all, solid spot. Friendly people, ono food, and little touches that make you feel taken care of. We will be heading to Cafe Kaila again to try some other stuff like the "chicken and waffles", and next time, I'm not playing around with the soup. Bowl, Garans.

Amazing Customer Service and Efficiency. I never have to wait more than 5 minutes even if they're…read morebusy. Always love stopping by!

Great coffee and great staff and owner! Was actually going to Target and saw their truck on the…read moreLowe's parking lot with a long line. Decided to stop in and try while the wife did her shopping. Super glad I did. Ordered a Dark Mocha and Banana Mac Matcha Iced Latte and both were delicious. We had a lot of coffee on the island during our week long anniversary trip and I'd have to say this place was one of the best we had. The guys are so nice, and it's easy to see why they have such a loyal customer base. They really get to know their regular customers and seem genuinely happy to serve everyone, a rarity nowadays. I picked an even better day to stop in since it's their 3 year anniversary and they were running a $3 drink special to commemorate. Overall a great place if you're looking for coffee or matcha on Maui. The combination of customer service and quality drinks makes it top notch and it's easy to see why they have 5 stars!

Coffee and Vanilla matcha were so good!!! Owner was very friendly and helpful, would highly…read morerecommend!!!

Amazing coffee, got a nice americano…read more Very nice conversation with the owner Also check out their other location