Island Fresh Café
381 Baldwin Ave, Kahului, HI
Crema's Take
“Island Fresh Café radiates genuine aloha the moment you walk in, with staff who go the extra mile (literally washing and cutting fresh fruit for guests) and create the kind of laid-back Hawaii energy that makes you never want to leave. Their breakfast game is seriously strong—think perfectly fresh açaí bowls, pillowy omelets, and kahlua pork that locals keep coming back for—all paired with some of the best POG juice you'll find on Maui. It's the kind of spot that feels equally perfect whether you're fueling up before a road to Hana adventure or settling in with wifi and a pastry to spend the whole morning there.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
A very darn cute place, the man who works there was very sweet. We bought some fruit from the fruit stand and he washed and cut them up for us for free. Food was great. They also sell some cute stuff and I bought this pretty bracelet.
The best of the breakfast place i ever been to ! The food is so delicious and fresh ! We ordered a hana omelet , kahlua pork with the side roasted potatoes and they were so soft and fresh. My husband said its the best kahlua pork he ever had! You can sit indoor as well as outdoor. The ambience is so calm and relaxing and the staff are so warm and helpful! The owner Nadia is the sweetest and kindest person i ever met radiating such positive energy! She gifted me a souvenir that I am going to treasure forever ✨️ 💛 💖 If you are going to road to Hana or traveling to east side of Maui then i highly recommend to try the all the day breakfast options here available till 2pm located at the town of Paia. You will not only satisfy your appetite but will get drawn to the calmness of this place! P.S - they serve fresh coconuts , souvenir store collection and also have a spa massage section where you need to do prior appt.
Island Fresh Cafe is one of those spots that just feels right the second you walk in. Super chill Hawaii vibes fresh clean and full of good energy. It’s the kind of place you stop at after the beach or before starting your day and instantly feel better. The smoothies and açaí bowls are the stars. Everything tastes fresh and natural not overly sweet and not heavy at all. You can tell they use good quality fruit and actually care about what they’re putting out. Nothing feels rushed or thrown together it all hits just right. Service is friendly and easygoing and the whole place has that laid back island feel where you’re not in a hurry and neither are they. It’s simple done right.
We stopped here early in the morning before starting the road to Hana for a quick breakfast. The POG was the best one we had in Maui! The açaí bowl was fresh and a perfect start to a long car ride. We took everything to go, but they had lots of seating in the back.
Great food, great vibes. Been there several times already, I’ve had their omelettes, grass-fed burger, burito and Tropical Paradise smoothie - and all were delicious! This has become my go-to place in Paia. Perfect outdoor shaded seating too between 2 buildings so there’s a light breeze but it’s not too windy. Their cute shop also sells beautiful sun hats and t-shirts.
Crema Reviews
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