Kanaka Kava

4.3

355 reviews

• AmyDec 2025

  The room I'm staying in can hear sounds like thunder, which is very noisy. If it's raining outside, it sounds even more like thunder. I can't sleep well! The bed is too high and uncomfortable! The staff's attitude is also very unfriendly! My friend just wanted to get her to process the出门card！ But because of a small matter， my friend had to stand in line again and wait for a long time！ I was already in a hurry to go scuba diving， so it made me very unhappy！ The experience was extremely bad.

• NeeharikaDec 2025

  We were here after sunrise on Dec 26th . OUR order :<br>Local Hawaiian Awa<br>Chicken and butterfish lau lau<br>Sweet potato in coconut milk appetizer<br><br>Awa ( Hawaiian Cava)- was unique, it is made from the root of pepper plant . It is an acquired taste , so very glad we tried it. We drank our bowl.<br><br>CHICKEN LAU LAU- the greens , Butterfield combo was great. Kimchi being a good accompaniment. This was a good satisfying bowl of food. Comes with - purple sweet potato, greens butter fish n chicken, 2 balls of rice topped with furikake, kimchi.<br><br>Sweet potato in coconut milk- this was a disappointment. We couldn't eat it. The root veggie was bland, the coconut milk was not seasoned. I had eaten something similar to this in a luau with coconut cream and loved it. This dish here was sub par.

• PoojaDec 2025

  Kanaka Kava is such a unique, laid-back spot with authentic island vibes. We stopped in to try the kava, and it was a really cool, grounding experience—smooth, earthy, and served in a relaxed, welcoming setting.<br><br>The atmosphere is calm, traditional, and perfect for slowing down and soaking in the local culture. It’s not your typical bar scene, which makes it even more special. Great place to unwind, connect, and experience something truly local.<br><br>If you’re curious about kava or want a chill, no-rush hangout, this spot is worth checking out 🌺🍵

• ElenaDec 2025

  Bartender yelled a nasty racial slur from behind the bar at folks in a conflict outside. I don’t remember the last time I heard such overt racism. Incredibly disappointing.

• EllaNov 2025

  Stopped by on my last day to get some kava. Loved the atmosphere and the people.Felt welcomed and taken care of. Was truly a great place to be and immerse yourself into the cultural aspects of Hawai’i through kava. Mahalo Nui.

• KentOct 2025

  The bowl I had wZlas delicious. Kava itself is a fun, uplifting, and a unique kind of intoxicating experience. The atmosphere of the bar feel traditional Hawaiian and laid back