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White storefront signed akamai coffee, with striped patio umbrellas and outdoor seating under a clear blue sky.
White service counter with red poinsettia garland, menu stands, and glass doors under exposed ceiling ducts.
Toast topped with avocado, tomato, and onion sits beside salad greens, white cheese, and a radish slice on a white plate.
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Roaster

Akamai Coffee Co.

A high-energy spot in Kihei and Wailea known for its signature Honeybee latte and a breakfast menu that actually delivers on the egg toast and huevos rancheros.

Kihei, Maui Google 4.5 (512 ratings)

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Drink here
Hours listed
Buy beans
Online shopships direct
Farm visit
Not a farm stop
Coffee source
Origin not verified
Character
Worth the line
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The verdict

Field notes

Worth the line Packed Locals + tourists

A high-energy spot in Kihei and Wailea known for its signature Honeybee latte and a breakfast menu that actually delivers on the egg toast and huevos rancheros. The outdoor patio is a great place to soak in the morning air, and the staff's genuine aloha is a consistent highlight. If you're looking for a quiet, slow-paced morning or a place where you can avoid a line, this isn't the fit for you today.
KopeMaps, field notes
Which one is this?
the full-service Wailea branch — choose this for the food and patio, not just coffee
Where it is
conveniently located in Wailea
What's unique
full breakfast menu with huevos rancheros and egg toast
When to go
early morning before the tourist rush

Plan the stop

What you can do here

Drink
Plan a cup or tasting
Buy
Online shop
Tour
Not a farm stop

Who it suits

Best for

  1. Insta moment

    Mention of 'very aesthetic place' and 'incredible patio view' for a photogenic outing.

  2. Specialty coffee

    Mention of 'proper specialty coffee,' 'fancy pour steady machine,' and '100% Hawaiian coffee' drip.

  3. Bean shopping

    Reviews mention 'sells coffee beans inside' and customers wanting to 'buy a bag of their beans.'

Receipt

The facts

Size
Mediumlarge lanai for outdoor seating
Wait
Long line
Setting
Standalone
Parking
Free parking
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor seating
Yes
Drive-through
Yes
Good for groups
Yes

Same brand

The other Akamai Coffee Co.s

Not every branch is the same. Pick the one that fits the day.

Brand page

Akamai Coffee Co.

Location 01 · Worth the line Kahului, Maui

the high-efficiency drive-thru — skip the Kihei cafes for speed

Akamai Coffee Co.

Location 02 · Worth the line Kihei, Maui

the full cafe experience — unlike the Kahului drive-thru stand

Brand page

In their words

The story

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.

Varietals
Maui Mokka
Awards
  • Best Coffee in the State of Hawaii · Maui Mokka · 2014

110 photos

Photos

White storefront signed akamai coffee, with striped patio umbrellas and outdoor seating under a clear blue sky.
White service counter with red poinsettia garland, menu stands, and glass doors under exposed ceiling ducts.
Toast topped with avocado, tomato, and onion sits beside salad greens, white cheese, and a radish slice on a white plate.
Cafe counter with hanging plants, a white front, a stainless trash can, and exposed ceiling ducts.
Wooden shelves hold rows of bagged coffee, with a menu stand in front and newspapers on the bottom shelf.
White cup of coffee with leaf latte art on a saucer; cup script reads akamai coffee co.
Toast with white spread, orange-pink slices, diced tomato, onion, and capers beside mixed greens on gray plates.
Two iced drinks in clear cups with tropical sleeves sit on a wooden outdoor table.
Covered outdoor seating patio with wooden benches, woven pendant lights, and a glass door marked 2201.
A lidded paper cup with an Akamai Coffee Company sleeve sits on a table on a covered ocean-view patio.
People sit at tables on a covered open-air patio with woven lights and palms beyond.
Waffle with cream and berry topping on a gray plate beside a metal cup of dark liquid and two lidded paper cups.

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Common questions

Visiting Akamai Coffee Co.

What are Akamai Coffee Co.'s hours at the Kihei location?

The Kihei location at 116 Wailea Ike Dr is open daily from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, seven days a week.

Is there wifi at Akamai Coffee?

No — Akamai intentionally forgoes wifi at some of their locations to encourage a more present, community-focused atmosphere. Check their website if wifi availability is important to your visit.

What makes Akamai's coffee different from other Maui cafes?

Akamai sources and roasts 100% Maui-grown beans in-house, working directly with local farmers. A full commitment to single-island origin at this scale is a notable distinction on Maui.

Is there outdoor seating?

Yes, outdoor seating is available. The patio is a popular spot for enjoying coffee in the morning.

What drinks are they known for?

Signature offerings include the Hawaiian Honey Bee espresso drink and cold brews like the Toddy and the NOLA. There is also a drive-through if you're in a hurry.

Is the food worth trying?

Yes — the Wailea cafe is recognized with multiple 'Aipono and MauiTime awards and is known for its breakfast and lunch. Popular items include avocado toast and huevos rancheros.

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