Coffee Shop

the haven

A cozy, women-owned oasis on the North Shore that's genuinely good for those seeking smooth, balanced coffee and creative specialty drinks like the Fruit Loops Matcha or a Churro Aerocano.

Hanalei, Kauaʻi Google 5.0 (43 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
Hidden gem

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The verdict

Field notes

Hidden gem Chill Locals + tourists

A cozy, women-owned oasis on the North Shore that's genuinely good for those seeking smooth, balanced coffee and creative specialty drinks like the Fruit Loops Matcha or a Churro Aerocano. It's a perfect stop on the way to Tunnels Beach or the Kalalau Trail, often accompanied by the resident shop cat or dog. If you're looking for a high-volume, fast-paced city cafe or a place with a wide variety of drink sizes, this isn't it.
KopeMaps, field notes
Where it is
rural Wainiha on the way to Tunnels Beach
What's unique
creative specialty drinks like Fruit Loops Matcha and Churro Aerocano
When to go
early morning before the beach crowds

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. Purposeful outing

    Customers drove from the south side of the island just for the blueberry matcha.

  2. Quick grab

    A 'must stop on the way to/from the beach' and Tunnels Beach.

  3. Insta moment

    Reviews highlight 'adorable' aesthetics, 'cute' vibes, and creative drinks like Fruit Loops Matcha.

Receipt

The facts

Size
Smallcozy indoor seating and outdoor patio
Wait
Walk right up
Setting
Roadside
Parking
Free parking
Outdoor seating
Yes
Pets welcome
Yes
Kid-friendly
Yes
Good for groups
Yes

In their words

The story

the haven is on a mission to create authentic connection through the sharing of beverages. To some, we are just a coffee shop. To most we are a place where connection is cultivated. Join us. Open everyday 6:30 - 2.

52 photos

Photos

Green shopfront of The Haven with an Open sign, oval logo, and an open doorway.
Packaged baked goods on two stands sit beside red and pink flowers and an espresso machine on a wood counter.
Two hands hold clear cups of a tan iced drink and a blue-green drink topped with whipped cream, labeled THE HAVEN KAUAI HI.
Cafe counter with an espresso machine, flowers, and an open window showing surfboards outside.
A paper cup of coffee with foam sits on a weathered wood table outdoors among chairs, colored benches, and palm trees.
Two hanging boards list The Haven coffee, tea, milk, syrup, and broth prices.
Black letter-board menu on a white wall lists drinks with 12 and 16 oz prices, teas, syrups, and milks.
A hand holds a clear cup of green iced drink with a straw in front of The Haven shop sign.
A foamy beige drink in a can-shaped glass sits by an amber pour bottle and dried flowers on a coffee counter.
A person seen from behind in a red hoodie and red-and-white cap looks over green crop rows toward forested mountains under a cloudy blue sky.
A green iced drink in a clear cup printed THE HAVEN KAUAI HI sits on a book beside a potted orchid.
A green iced drink in a clear cup printed THE HAVEN KAUAI HI sits on a wood table by pink flowers.

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Common questions

Visiting the haven

What are the hours at the Haven in Hanalei?

The Haven is open every day from 6:30 AM to 2:00 PM, including weekends. They close in the early afternoon, so plan to arrive in the morning.

Is the Haven dog-friendly?

Yes, the Haven is pet-friendly and reportedly has a resident shop cat or dog on the premises. It makes for a relaxed stop for visitors traveling with animals.

Do they serve anything besides coffee?

Yes, the Haven serves Matcha and Chai alongside coffee drinks, and stocks fresh baked goods from local Kauaʻi bakers that rotate daily.

Is there outdoor seating?

Yes, the Haven has outdoor seating and free parking nearby, which suits the laid-back North Shore atmosphere.

Where exactly is the Haven located?

The Haven sits on Kuhio Highway in Hanalei and is connected to the Wainiha Country Market. It's a convenient stop on the way to Tunnels Beach or the Kalalau Trail.

Can I order the Haven's coffee to be shipped home?

The Haven's listed information does not include retail coffee sales or online ordering. The cafe serves drinks in person daily from 6:30 AM to 2:00 PM; visit havenkauai.com to check whether any online purchase options are offered.

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