Stopped by Story Maui while exploring Paia and it was such a cute little find The space is cozy, artsy (selling local jewelry) and relaxed -- perfect for slowing down before heading out on the Road to Hana or biking down Haleakala (which we did). We ordered the americanos, and they were so good -- smooth, bold, and not overly bitter. Just a clean, rich espresso flavor done right. You can tell they care about the quality of their beans and how they pull their shots. They do have a small, simple menu, which I think adds to the charm of a small town. A handful of espresso drinks, teas, and a few breakfast options like bagels and warm pastries. Not a huge selection, but everything feels intentional and well made -- quality over quantity. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and the whole place has that laid-back Maui vibe where you can sit, sip, and just enjoy the moment. If you're in Paia and need a solid coffee spot without the big chain feel, Story Maui is definitely worth stopping by. read more

Story Maui - Cafes Near Me - Paia, Hawaii

We stopped for some coffee at Story Maui on the way to swim in some waterfalls. The coffee is terrific. I had a Vanilla Coconut Iced Latte (5/5 - great flavor and good quality coffee) and my daughter had the Fruity Pebble Iced Latte (sweet but she loved it). While we were enjoying our drinks, we talked with on of the owners, Michelle, who told us her story. She is a great local business woman with an excellent store. She actually remodeling to be able to do even more. We also had a nibble of her macadamia nut spread and macadamia nut butter on some locally made sourdough bread (6/5). It was all so good. We look forward to coming back again. read more

Story Maui - Everything Scone - Cafes Near Me - Paia, Hawaii

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We were walking around the cute surf town of Paia and I was looking for a Hawaiian flavored coffee to wake me up.... After having visited at least 4 coffee shops on the island I have to say my lightly sweetened coconut cold brew with a splash of milk was SO CREAMY. SO DELISH! I am dreaming of that again until I return. Loved the vibes and all the art inside. Definitely will return !! read more

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We ate breakfast here one day and found the most amazing scones we've ever had. They were warm, moist, and seemed like they came out of the oven about eight minutes ago. We also had a bagel stuffed with various vegetarian goodies, including some eggs. I think they don't do meat here. The ambiance was interesting with lots of local? characters who looked like they either had already been on their surf boards or were going to head out to meditate after breakfast. We came back a second day and had a much less pleasant experience. This time the scone was still cold in the middle and nothing special. We found the seating crowded and ended up sitting next to a mentally ill person who appears to be a staple in this place. read more

Cute little coffee shop off the main street with views of the mountains. Super friendly staff delivering coffee, baked goods and breakfast items to the table. The Mac Nut Ube Latte and freshly baked Everything Bagel with cream cheese was perfect for a Sunday morning with a view. read more

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Driving through Paia on our road to Hāna adventure and needed to stop for coffee. On the main route there weren't any obvious coffee shops but we lucked into finding Story. The drinks were tasty and the menu offered a variety to choose from but it was the people that made it remarkable. The stag was friendly and welcoming and the patrons were enjoying the morning in what appeared to be their favorite shop. A few artists engaged in conversation near others focused on their laptops but all seemed like they were at home. Complete with the laid back island vibe, there were art pieces for sale as well as a corner of eclectic items from local artisans. We enjoyed it so much we made a return trip before departing the island. read more

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Cute coffee shop with breakfast options! We stopped by for breakfast bagels (vegetarian) - delicious! I also got the smoothie bowl and it was also great! The matcha was pretty good too - my husband got a cold brew / iced coffee. Plenty of indoor seating options Service was quick and food came out in 10 minutes or so! read more

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One of the earlier coffee shops open in the morning! Got a drip at 7:30am then back 2 hours later to buy a bag of beans and the bagel sandwhich (sourdough bagels!). Sandwhich was unique and delicious and good seating options. Would come back to try the açaí bowl. read more

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came in on the way to twin falls. small shop in Paia. opens at 7am. the ladies working here were so sweet with great suggestions. coffee was strong and smooth. there was little boutiques inside for swim wear and jewelry along with unique art work for sale. upbeat music that was the perfect tempo and volume to get you in the right head space. Decent prices , and did I say delicious coffee? read more

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This was our last morning coffee run before heading to the airport to finalize our Hawaii trip. We walked in and immediately noticed the chill vibe this cafe had to offer. They also had a clothing rack section with super unique finds. The staff were super friendly and I wish we had more time to just lounge. I'm a matcha girly but I was hesitant on ordering the Thin Mint Matcha--however, I was quickly convinced that it's a good option. She wasn't wrong, super delicious and the mint isn't too overpowering. I had never had a matcha latte with this flavor so it was different for sure. I would definitely recommend stopping here if you're in the Paia area! read more

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Stopped here before heading on the road to Hana. I'm not exaggerating when I say this is the best coffee I've ever had (and I am a huge self proclaimed coffee snob). I got the caramel coconut cold brew and my partner got an iced latte. I'm not even a huge fan of coconut and I swear this coffee was incomparable to anything I've ever had. I also got the banana almond butter toast. It was fresh, tasty, and also left a long lasting impression. The shop itself is super cute and clean. The baristas are so kind as well! If you are in Maui this is a must!!! read more

Story Maui - Caramel coconut cold brew and iced latte - Cafes Near Me - Paia, Hawaii

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Quaint little coffee house in downtown Paia. Good local flavors, friendly staff, open space. read more

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We tried their Bullet latte and Caramel Haupia, both were excellent. Their bagel sandwich was exactly what I needed to get the day going. The service was great, specially being greeted by Cortez the orange cat on our way in. read more

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Wonderful customer service from start to finish. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with genuine smiles and positive energy. The staff was patient, helpful, and clearly cared about the experience they were providing. My coffee was amazing, smooth, rich, and perfectly made. You can tell quality matters here. The atmosphere felt welcoming and relaxed, making it a great place to enjoy a drink. Overall an easy 10 out of 10 and I will absolutely be back again very soon for sure always. read more

Story Maui - Cafes Near Me - Paia, Hawaii

Amazing coffee! I'm so happy we stopped for a Carmel latte before heading up north. The service was also really great, plenty of parking when we arrived. Very comfortable space here to chill. read more

Story Maui - Cafes Near Me - Paia, Hawaii

Great coffee and amazing breakfast bagel sandwiches! Good place to stop before Road to Hana or if you're in Paia!

Bagel, seasonal toast and banana macnut latte... All good. Service is great and the staff were pretty friendly. The place has a typical cafe style seating, so no fixed size tables/chairs. It has a good charm with a bunch of young crowd working on their remote jobs from here. read more

Great spot good vibes and coffee Nice spot to hang out and relax, read, do work and eat yummy things read more

Story Maui - Store front - Cafes Near Me - Paia, Hawaii

Story Maui is such a hidden gem! The staff are so kind. Lot of local art and retail inside, great place to chill. We got bagel sandwiches, caramel haupia, and the banana nut latte. Everything was smackin Stop by on the way to Hana or Ho'okipa Beach! read more

Really enjoyed this spot. I love the theme & got to leave my honeymoon wishes on the story book they have on the table. I really loved the bagel, coffee was alright. People were sweet! Will come back just to read the book filled with stories! read more

Story Maui - Cafes Near Me - Paia, Hawaii

Easy five star experience. Coffee was exceptional, and breakfast top notch. Other restaurants in Paia need to take note at how well this place is run. Service was spot on and the ambience couldn't be beat. Will go out of my way to make sure I come back next trip. If you're thinking about going do yourself a favor and go. You won't regret it. read more

Friendly staff, nice ambience, many non-dairy options! Would definitely come back if we're in the area!

This is our favorite coffee shop. We've been coming here since it was called BETTER THINGS. Michelle, the owner, is a rockstar solid human who always has a smile and a warm greeting. It's a chill little spot close to Paia town (walk down the street to all the action) to catch up on emails or grab a coffee with friends. The food is delicious and they've recently added ramen lunch -- DELICIOUS! Keep an eye out for the evening events, like sushi night. This is a neighborhood spot that makes you feel at home. Kinda' like Cheers... read more

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I love the breakfast bagels and cappuccinos-- and the staff are delightful. Plus, Story does a fantastic job of supporting and displaying local artisans. They have a pop-up corner with a changing selection of jewelry, clothes, hats, and artwork. As a Maui resident I come here often to connect with others, and always find uplifting, positive conversation. Much aloha to you all! read more

delicious coffee nice staff cool space - also they open early which was nice - we hung out for awhile and were happy to be there

Fantastic, highly recommended! Service was excellent, friendly, great way to start our day!

Beautiful location. Terrific service. I love it that I can get gluten free sweets!!! Thank you. I love this place read more

Coffee was yummy and the conversations I had with a lot of the local patrons was awesome. Girls are Ki d and quick and just get it done. I'll be back when I'm on this side again. read more

Great spot! Came in early on our drive to Twin Falls - they just opened at 7am; important to mention that even though it's 7am the team here were smiling - a rare thing these days.. I got their hot latte - blew my senses. My wife took the smoothie bowl and forgot to breathe in between bites as she loved it that much. Overall great vibe. Definitely recommend! read more

Amazing experience! Best coffee and breakfast bagel on the island! Staff was welcoming and great customer service! read more

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I drive past this place 5 days a week and finally was able to stop in the other day. Inside has lots of room to sit and stay but I ordered the breakfast bagel to go. Although no one had ordered before me, I had to wait a bit to get my bagel. Unfortunately, my everything bagel was burnt so it tasted bitter and was very lacking any flavor. The egg was cold and had 2 tiny pieces of lettuce. For almost $15.00 my bagel sandwich looked nothing like the picture, and I was very disappointed and will not be back. read more

Stumbled upon this place on our Road to Hana road trip to pick up coffee and breakfast for the drive. We had a bagel sandwich with egg and one that was vegetarian, both were really good. The coffee was great too. We also tried their croissant and their lemon poppy seed bread which was delicious. The staff were very accommodating and the place has a chilled out vibe. Highly recommend! read more

I love this cafe. Great service. Right up the street from Mana foods, parking at the post office across the street. I love that it's off the main strip and filled with locals. Farm to table food, fresh baked sourdough bagels, and locally roasted coffee and espresso. Great vibes. My go to spot. read more

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Great people small business vibes cute cafe Upset they took cacao off the menu but still yummy food and super friendly people read more

Great spot to take meetings and work from. Favorites are the thin mint matcha and vanilla steamer.

Tasty food (I get an oat iced milk matcha with cinnamon and honey and the breakfast bagel) , great conversations, friendly staff, beautiful art on the walls. What's not to love?! (I might be a little biased ;)) read more

So I live in Haiku now. Since the Lahaina Phukery... and this coffee spot is a great blessing to my coffee buzz soul. The environment here is clean, very breathable air. Housed with r large fans that blow down on you from an elevated ceiling, and 2 state of the art upper wall a/c units. The workers are all dressed in their relaxed clothing of their choice. Unlike the other big corporate coffee shops (if you can even call them a coffee shop)... you will feel Aloha'Ohana here. Open space seating and even some outside if you desire to enjoy cars passing by while you enjoy your time. A simple menu of fresh made foods and drinks here that will not overwhelm your sensors. Full of warn smiles and very friendly services, right here at "STORY MAUI".... But don't take my words for it. Come see & experience it for yourselves. read more

Amazing coffee! The Mexican mocha is to die for, so rich and delicious. The sourdough cinnamon bun amazing. Fast service and friendly staff

Such a great spot for coffee and community! Don't miss this inviting space with amazing food (gluten free pastries, great toasts, fruit bowls) with a focus on authentic connection with the community. If you are looking for the best coffee in Paia, look no further and you will find so many reasons to keep coming back! read more

A great vibe/ambiance here. I've enjoyed the latte, bagels, pastries. Friendly staff, ac, comfy seating, and that ambiance! Can't ask for more. Oh yeah the location: short walk away from the hubbub that is downtown Paia and close to Aloha Hostel. read more