Tucked away in a Home Depot parking lot, this drive-thru stand is genuinely good for high-end espresso and signature drinks like the Honeybee and NOLA. It's a favorite for those landing at the airport and needing a high-quality caffeine hit before heading to their hotel. If you're looking for a place to sit, linger, and soak in the same atmosphere as a traditional cafe, this isn't it—it's a high-efficiency, car-based experience.
A high-efficiency drive-thru stand in a parking lot, perfect for 'fast and efficient' stops.
Reviews highlight 'next-level quality' espresso and 'connoisseurs' who prefer it over Starbucks.
Visitors describe it as 'worth going a little out of your way' and a 'must-visit' destination.
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Akamai Coffee Co. is excited to offer 100% Maui coffees. Hawaii is uniquely the only place in the United States where coffee is grown for general consumption, and Maui has been begun to establish itself as a true treasure in the coffee world. Roasting is an essential part of the seed-to-cup process to get the finest tasting coffee into your cup. Our Roasters Akamai Coffee Co. have spent countless hours fine-tuning our Maui coffees to get the highest quality flavor notes and profiles in each and every batch to become Maui's best coffee.
- Hours
- Monday: 6:00 AM 6:00 PM
- Tuesday: 6:00 AM 6:00 PM
- Wednesday: 6:00 AM 6:00 PM
- Thursday: 6:00 AM 6:00 PM
- Friday: 6:00 AM 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 6:00 AM 6:00 PM
- Sunday: 6:00 AM 1:00 PM
- Website
- akamaicoffee.com
- Amenities
- Drive-through · Free parking
- Address
- 100 Pakaula St, Kahului, HI 96732, USA
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Visiting Akamai Coffee Co.
What are Akamai Coffee Co.'s hours in Kahului?
Open Monday through Saturday from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Sunday from 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Is Akamai Coffee Co. a drive-through?
Yes, the Kahului location operates as a drive-through stand, making it a fast and convenient stop — no need to get out of your car.
What coffee do they use and what are their signature drinks?
Akamai uses 100% Maui-grown beans sourced from local farmers and roasted in-house. Standout drinks include the Hawaiian Honey Bee espresso drink and the NOLA cold brew.
Can I buy beans or have them shipped to the mainland?
Beans are available for purchase at the counter at the Kahului location. For online ordering and whether they ship to the mainland, visit akamaicoffee.com.
Is there seating or wifi at the Kahului location?
No — the Kahului spot is a drive-through stand with no indoor seating and no wifi. Their Wailea location offers a fuller cafe experience if you need somewhere to sit.
Has Akamai Coffee won any awards?
Yes, Akamai Coffee has received multiple 'Aipono and MauiTime awards for Best Coffee Shop and Best Roaster on Maui.