First Wave Coffee
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First Wave Coffee

176 Ho'okele St, Kahului, HI

★★★★★5.0(249 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

This food truck run by two brothers has mastered the art of making every customer feel like a friend, with genuine warmth that shows in their willingness to comp drinks when waits run long. While their espresso is solid, they're really known for their matcha program—six+ rotating flavors so good that even confirmed tea skeptics leave as converts. It's worth arriving early and waiting in line for a quick, genuine experience that captures the best of Maui's laid-back spirit.

What to expect

Espresso focusedSignature drinksMatcha & teaSpecialty drinksQuick grabTraditional drinks

Google Reviews

brennan lo
★★★★★2 months ago

The fellas running the truck are really friendly and kind. There were literally 2 people in front of me and I guess I waited longer than usual and they gave me a discount when cashing me out. I got the shore break and my partner got the lilikoi matcha. The matcha had a strong passionfruit flavour but it was pretty interesting. The shore break was a tad sweet but the coffee was great. Would definitely recommend visiting here!

Eliza Cabrera
★★★★★2 months ago

Great coffee, friendly guys who seemed to own the truck, long wait but worth it. Most people get the matcha latte since they have 6+ flavors. Dairy free options on milk. Didn't see gluten free food but wasn't trying to buy either, they did have some pastries.

Nicole Hamby
★★★★★4 months ago

Super friendly owner and team, best matcha ever (& I have NEVER been a tea person!). Hubby has NEVER been a coffee person - got coffee 2x on this trip and drank it ALL! Must visit in Maui! Locally owned! We got their t-shirts and stickers! Instant fans! 🫶🏻

Blu Seville
★★★★★4 months ago

Wonderful place to come get your AM cup of joe or matcha. One the way to the airport? Great place to stop by, come early though cause there is usually a line to buy a cup of pick me up. Owners are very friendly and welcoming. If you are local and become a regular, they'll learn your name greet you with your favorite order by memory. Can't recommend this place more. If you come here you won't regret it. Oh, & tell 'em Blu sent you...

Andrew Pagan
★★★★★6 months ago

First off, I got to say, you can tell when someone loves doing what they do, and the two brothers definitely do. Serving with a smile and having a little chit chat with others. Acknowledging people are waiting and thanking them for doing so. It's simple, but so important (as least to me). Hands down, best coffee on the island thus far. I don't like sweetened drinks, and am more of a "purist" (espresso and milk only). Saying that, their Lilikoi Matcha drink was also really good and I'd get it again. I should've went for the 8 oz cap, but accidentally ordered the 12oz. The milk texture is good, and the shot was pulled evenly. They use a Decent espresso mahcine. First time seeing it used in the "states", and first time was in Osaka, Japan. Pumpkin cinnamon roll. Just get it. Fire. Will be back!

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