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Lappert's Hawaii

A high-energy, high-volume stop in the heart of Wailea's shopping center, perfect for a freshly made waffle cone and a scoop of Kona coffee or Ube Coconut ice cream.

Wailea, Maui Google 4.4 (514 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
Visitor classic

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The verdict

Field notes

Visitor classic Bustling Tourists

A high-energy, high-volume stop in the heart of Wailea's shopping center, perfect for a freshly made waffle cone and a scoop of Kona coffee or Ube Coconut ice cream. The aroma of baking cones draws you in, and the variety of local flavors is a genuine treat for families and those wanting a sweet reward after a beach day. If you're looking for a quiet, slow-paced coffee house experience or a personalized, barista-led tasting, this isn't the fit for the day.
KopeMaps, field notes
Which one is this?
the high-energy Wailea shopping center hub — more bustle than Princeville or Poipu
Where it is
in the heart of the Shops At Wailea
What's unique
freshly baked waffle cones that draw you in by scent

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

    Fresh waffle cones and local flavors like Ube Coconut are 'a genuine treat for families' and tourists.

  2. Quick grab

    Located in the Shops at Wailea, it's a 'high-energy, high-volume stop' for takeout service only.

  3. Post-surf

    Perfect for a 'sweet reward after a beach day' in the heart of Wailea.

Receipt

The facts

Wait
Long line
Setting
Inside a mall
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor seating
Yes
Kid-friendly
Yes

Same brand

The other Lappert's Hawaiis

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

Lappert's Hawaii

Location 01 · Visitor classic Princeville, Kauaʻi

the tiny Princeville branch — grab-and-go only, unlike the larger Koloa/Poipu spots

Lappert's Hawaii

Location 02 · Visitor classic Poipu, Kauaʻi

the Poipu staple — more focused on the post-dinner walk treat than the beach-day stop

In their words

The story

Made in small batches in the heart of... Hanapepe, Kauai. For over 40 years we've been making ice cream, roasting coffee, and baking delicious treats. Every batch is handmade on Kauai with care, using time-tested recipes and quality ingredients that reflect the spirit of aloha.

121 photos

Photos

Lappert's Hawaii storefront entrance with ice cream and coffee signage and a Fall Harvest window poster.
Cafe counter with a curved glass case of baked goods, a red espresso machine, coffee bags, and wall menus.
Two hands hold a waffle cone and a cup of ice cream in front of a Lappert's Ice Cream & Coffee storefront.
Two hands hold Lappert's Hawaii ice cream cones, one chocolate-coated with a flower, in an outdoor plaza.
Two hands hold chocolate-dipped ice cream cones in Lappert's Hawaii sleeves, each with a rainbow sticker.
A glass freezer case holds open tubs of ice cream under printed flavor cards.
A masked worker in a Share the Aloha shirt uses a tool at round waffle irons in a kitchen.
Night storefront of Lappert's Hawaii, with an ice cream and coffee sign, glass windows, and a wood door with a wreath.
A person with a backpack stands at the counter while workers stand behind a glass ice cream case and wall menus.
Two cups hold yellow and light-brown scoops of frozen dessert, each with a white plastic spoon.
Glass bakery case with three shelves of muffins, cookies, bread, and small price cards.
Gold-framed menu board lists shakes, smoothies, and blended espresso drinks with ounce sizes and prices.

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Common questions

Visiting Lappert's Hawaii

What are the hours for Lappert's Hawaii in Wailea?

The Shops at Wailea location is open Monday through Saturday from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and Sunday from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

What kind of coffee does Lappert's Hawaii serve?

Lappert's has been roasting Hawaiian coffee — with an emphasis on Kona — at their facility in Hanapepe, Kauai since 1985. Expect Kona-based coffee drinks and blends at the Wailea location. Check lappertshawaii.com for the current coffee menu.

Can I order Lappert's products online and have them shipped to the mainland?

Lappert's sells products through its website. Check lappertshawaii.com for current products and shipping terms.

Is Lappert's Hawaii a good stop for families?

Yes, Lappert's is well-suited for families, offering over 200 ice cream flavors — many inspired by local Hawaiian ingredients — plus bakery items made fresh daily in small batches. The Wailea location sits inside a shopping center, making it easy to combine with other nearby stops.

Is the coffee roasted on-site at the Wailea location?

No, all products are made fresh daily at Lappert's main facility in Hanapepe, Kauai. The Wailea location is a retail scoop shop and cafe rather than a roasting operation.

What sets Lappert's apart from other coffee and ice cream stops in Wailea?

Lappert's has been making its own super-premium ice cream and roasting Hawaiian coffee in-house since the 1980s, which is uncommon for a single brand. The pairing of Kona-based coffee and locally inspired ice cream flavors — all produced in small batches — makes it a distinct stop rather than a chain shop.

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