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Cafe @ La Plage
Categories: Food Coffee & Tea Restaurants Sandwiches Coffee & Tea, Sandwiches [Edit]
2395 S Kihei Rd#115
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-7668
- Hours:
Mon-Sun 6:30 am - 3 pm
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Price Range:
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$
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
- Take-out:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- No
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- Free
- Good For:
- Lunch, Breakfast
- Alcohol:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Has TV:
- Yes
- Caters:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
35 reviews for Cafe @ La Plage
Review Highlights
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"My favorite breakfast joint on the go in Maui." In 12 reviews -
"Coconut latte- Simply THE BEST." In 4 reviews -
"Bagels come w/ a small wedge of fresh pineapple, mmm." In 12 reviews
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35 reviews in English
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Review from Yoga supernova S.
Kihei, HI
Updated - 12/25/2011
I've gone back several more times with my friend and sister as well.
Christoper is so awesome! He went out of his way to make sure that our food was delicious and that we were MORE than 100% satisfied. Great management/ownership. Also, great staff; Karina is very friendly and nice. Much appreciated. Mahalo nui loa!
By the way, the cinnamon honey butter is to die for! :) This cafe adds little twists like this here and there (also the house [garlic] mayo, etc) that make your food even more yummy!1 Previous Review: Show all »
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12/17/2011
I teach oceanfront yoga classes almost right across the street at the Hale Pau Hana, and have been… Read more »
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Review from Rach K.
1/9/2012 1 Check-in Here
Yay!
12 of us trekked over here for our first breakfast in Maui. There was plenty of seating but the staff was definitely overwhelmed by our order. Everyone got some sort of bagel sandwich, except for one person who got eggs florentine panini, and the bulk of us agreed that the bagels left a lot to be desired, but we're all NY bagel snobs.
I had the Charley Young, which was a bagel (I asked for Maui onion) with cream cheese, lox, tomato, onions, and capers. The lox were amazingly fresh, not too salty, and really good and I really enjoyed it. I also shared a blueberry bagel with cream cheese which was just okay.
I would give the food here 3 stars but I'd give the staff 5+stars for their cooperation and patience. They had to make 3 batches of coffee to sate our needs and it took a lot of effort, I'm sure, to try and make that much food all at once. There was a French guy who helped us out a lot and he was really gracious, happy, and kind. They did kind of hop out of their usual mellow Hawaiian attitude and hurried up and worked quickly to get us what we needed, which was really nice of them because we were all starving.
There is wifi here, so it's a nice spot to *surf* before you surf.Listed in: Maui Wowie
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Review from Jon S.
12/17/2011
Good choice for coffee and bagels;
Excellent coffee (house blend),
Totally good value, and cheap refills.
I even took the ground coffee to the condo, GF was very happy. Thankyou!!! -
Review from Sandra H.
Greensboro, NC
4/15/2012
Great breakfast bagel, very good coffee at a great price for Maui. We ate there several times during our recent vacation it was a very good option to the 30 dollar per at the big resorts.
The owners are super nice, lots of locals who are very nice as well. -
Review from Jack K.
Seattle, WA
3/17/2012
Great coffee, soup & bagels plus ambiance on the stereo and great service.
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Review from Bryan M.
Kihei, HI
3/1/2012
Great food at a really good price, especially for Maui. I own/operate Maui's Private Guide and I often buy lunches from these guys for my clients. They take my orders over the phone and have it ready when I arrive. Everyone loves their sandwiches.
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Review from Ryan D.
San Francisco, CA
10/1/2011
This place has the best coffee I've had on Maui. We came in almost everyday, and one day we came in a second time.
Maui Onion bagel is delicious. Bagels come w/ a small wedge of fresh pineapple, mmm.
Coconut Lattes and the regular coffee (Chocolate Macadamia Nut) are t he best.
The owner was super nice and we would sit inside and chat with them as we ate/drank. -
Review from Wendy T.
San Francisco, CA
9/12/2011
Teehee, a French owned cafe in Hawaii. It was so cute.
They had a nice pineapple smoothie and ice coffee. -
Review from Stacey E.
6/11/2011 1 Check-in Here
I'm fresh from a recent vacation in Maui and I couldn't be more thankful for this lovely little beach side cafe. I ended up coming here every morning for a drink and sometimes twice a day if I was feeling particularly caffeine starved.
I came in my first day after using my handy dandy Yelp app. on my iPhone and was hooked. The staff is uber friendly and I became a regular as a result of this and the killer food/beverage selection. The owner is French and we ended up briefly chatting every morning as he filled my order.
Do yourself a favor and have the following items-
*Coconut latte- Simply THE BEST. Iced or warm, its delish either way.
*Halamakala breakfast bagel sandwich- Lovely, light and filling all at once. A great way to begin your day.
*Coconut bagels- Amazing! The bagels are topped with coconut and then baked. As a result the coconut is crisp and a beautiful golden color. A MUST.
QUICK TIP- Get a punch card as you'll fill it up quickly. Also, get your order to go and walk across the street to eat/drink your purchases on the beach or under palm trees. It doesn't get much better. -
Review from Jeremy E.
8/5/2011
My favorite breakfast joint on the go in Maui.
We went here 3 times and all of their sandwiches were great.
They get their bagels delivered every morning fresh and I would HIGHLY recommend the sweet maui onion bagel as your bread on any sandwich.
Also, the guy and gal that ran the place were really cool. Something that can be lost on restaurants on the island. Made me want to go back and support their biz!Listed in: Maui
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Review from Jennifer M.
San Jose, CA
10/27/2011 1 Check-in Here
After stopping at Boss Frog's to pick up my snorkel set, we decided a little caffeine was needed before hitting the beach. Spotting Cafe @ La Plage we decided to head in for a quick cup of coffee. Their coconut latte was absolutely delicious, and a great way to start the day. Next time I'll have to try one of those coconut bagels the other reviewers raved about.
Listed in: Feeling great in the 808, Maui no ka oi
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Review from Jeremy L.
Kihei, HI
12/5/2011 2 Check-ins Here
Closest thing you can get to a bagel shop in Kihei. They have internet, sandwiches, smoothies, and coffee drinks, etc. More or less a typical cafe. It's not the greatest cafe I've been to, but it serves a niche purpose in Kihei that isn't otherwise met
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Review from Yosh H.
12/22/2011 1 Check-in Here
Nice cafe. Good sandwiches and coffee. Very friendly owners.
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Review from Laura J.
San Diego, CA
12/20/2011
This is a review of their coffee drinks. We went there twice while in Kihei--the mochas were always very good--I'd definitely recommend. The only negative, is that most people were ordering breakfast, so that slowed down the line for coffee. But complaining about "slowness" while on vacation in Hawaii seems kind of lame...oh well.
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Review from Patricia Gail M.
Kīhei, HI
10/12/2011
Always very good. Tasty sandwiches, salads and maybe best of all... a staff that remembers what you like and cares enough to give it to you. The lady there today remembered that for salad I only like plain lettuce, and served it that way without me even asking. The prices are reasonable and food quality is excellent. Right across the street from the beach and plenty of parking. Check it out!
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Review from Dennis S.
4/24/2009
Attitude kills. This one will die an early death.
The owners paid more to have the word "Bagels" included on their sign in the window than they'll ever make running this place the way they do now.
The whole dialogue is boring and typical. I walked in to buy 3 bagels to bring home. The selection was pathetic - 1 everything bagel, half a dozen sesame, and maybe six other bagels. And they did not look that good. But choices are limited on Maui. As I tried to order, I was instructed by an owner-type 30-something that they do not sell bagels. He said they save their bagels to make bagel sandwiches. But he magnanimously would allow me to have three, with the understanding that I could not again just walk in and expect to buy bagels. I'm to call ahead and ask, and if they feel they have enough he'll take my order.
Up yours buddy! Any bets on how long these losers stay in business? -
Review from Garrett W.
Kahului, HI
6/3/2008
So I've seen several businesses come in and go out of this location. When I first started it was just a bagel bar, then an internet cafe, and most recently it's become a sort of deli style sandwich place. The menu includes bagel sandwiches, panini, and normal sandwiches. I ordered a Chicken Caprese (chicken breast, tomatoes, pesto, cheese) and my dad ordered a Maui Melt (bacon, cheese, turkey, tomato, and jalapenos). The sandwich was the best panino I've had on Maui (that's not saying too much), and I really appreciate how Cafe @ la Plage is adding to the culinary diversity of Maui.
The sandwiches were served with a side of green salad topped with a house vinaigrette. The vinaigrette was very very mild, I could hardly taste it at all. I was a little disappointed that it was only lettuce that looked like it came straight from Costco and didn't have any tomatoes, carrots, or anything to spice it up.
The service was a bit slow because there were only two guys working there. Although they were really nice and friendly to all the customers who came in while I was there. The quiet atmosphere around the outdoor seating was really relaxing and everyone in the area was really friendly. Also, watch out for the prices because a three panini, two Arizona Ice Teas, and an iced coffee amounted to $36.
Overall, I'd recommend this place for a quick bite before heading back to the beach. It also makes a great stop for an early breakfast on the way out of your condo before heading to your daily excursion. -
Review from Nick H.
Kihei, HI
2/8/2012
This spot is a bit different from the other cafes in Kihei. It has a very welcoming aura to come in, relax, and escape the heat. The food is AMAZING at a really reasonable price. The coffee is great and the bagels are the best in the area. I love this place and recommend it to anyone looking for a good cafe.
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Review from Sophia M.
Mountain View, CA
12/21/2009
Well, basically, we ended up here almost every day.
The panini are delicious. Sandwiches are so sophisticatedly good, I think I'm addicted. I can't even recommend my favourite because all of them are heavenly.
The staff are adorable. Can I bring them back to Seattle?
My favourite sandwiches:
Pa'ia: chream cheese, avocado, roasted red pepper, lettuce, tomato & red onion
Ho'okipa: hummus, roasted red pepper, black olive tapenade, red onion, cucumber & marinated tofu
My favourite panini:
Caprese: mozzarella, tomato and basil pesto
Tuscan sun: goat cheese, roasted red papper, tomato
Mediterranean melt: tuna with swiss and tomato
Mona lisa: grilled chicken breast with roasted green chili and jack cheese
Please, don't come here! Let it be my own little perfect morning spot for the rest of my vacation. *smirk*
P.S. Dear bagelphile Dennis S. from Chicago, who gave the one star review to this sandwich heaven!
This is a sandwich place, where they also serve BREAKFAST BAGELS. Get it? Breakfast bagels. Bagels with eggs. Why on earth would you try to purchase bagels from people who serve breakfast bagels? Do you go to sandwich places and try to buy their bread? -
Review from Michelle G.
Irvine, CA
6/26/2011
Loved their pineapple bagels and the price is very good for Maui , bagel toasted with cream cheese was $3.
Their bagels are soft and not chewy which I love. Deff try this place out for a quick tasty breakfast. -
Review from Jim W.
Kihei, HI
4/26/2009
Just read a very unfair review from Dennis S. Cafe la Plage (French, the owner is French speaking) for Beach Cafe is in a former Bagel Shop. They are a restaurant now, not a bagel shop so to complain about them not selling you bagels is a bit unfair. Do you go McDonalds and ask to buy hamburger buns?
I've gone here a few times and always had pleasant service and good food. No, it is not the Four Seasons but there is a fresh soup every day, good salads and good sandwiches at a reasonable price. Is this my impress a client place? No. Is it where I occasionally meet friends and have a pleasant meal? Yes. Oh, you order at the deli counter and they bring your food to a table when it is ready. No liquor. -
Review from Tiffany K.
Sacramento, CA
2/21/2009
This was our cafe when in Maui. Super friendly service and excellent shave ice. In fact, it was the best I've found thus far!
The outdoor seating area is quiet and pleasant. Can get a bit windy once the afternoon breezes pick up though.
Have yet to try the food, we usually just came here for coffee, which is good, and the shave ice. They also have board games! I can get addicted to Connect Four, so I'm glad they had that.
The Internet costs $3 for 15 mins. That seems to be the going rate in Kihei.
They close a bit early on Sundays (at 3:00) and on other days it is at 5:00. So plan your cafe outings accordingly! We got let down a couple of times, being so used to Starbuck hours! -
Review from Happy C.
Sausalito, CA
4/25/2011
Do NOT go here for breakfast. Mediocre coffee, and no real breakfast selections, just bagels and sandwiches. The sandwiches were Ok. The bagels aren't made on site.
Kihei cafe is a much better bet for breakfast. -
Review from Kristina M.
Kihei, HI
12/30/2011
This is a great little sandwich place in Kihei. The food is good, and the staff is really friendly. My favorite is the Hookipa and my fiancé LOVES the Tuscan Sun. I gave only four stars because it takes a while to get your food or coffee drinks. My fiancé would give them five stars, but he's not writing this review :) plus for the locals they have frequent buyer cards which is nice. Always a good place to stop for a bite to eat, I would recommend it.
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Review from michelle e.
Long Beach, CA
2/8/2011
I love this damn bagel shop and I'm shocked that someone has said something negative about it. Every time we're in Maui I go here a few times because I'm obsessed with their coconut bagels. OBSESSED. In fact, every time we are there I place an order for at least a dozen of the coconut bagels and the guy that owns it remembers me from the year before...thinks I'm a weirdo for wanting to bring a dozen on the plane with me but gladly helps me out. If I could order them over the phone I probably would do so every month. I love this place and if you don't...then good...go spend $25 on a crappy breakfast at one of the hotels.
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Review from Victor M.
Brentwood, CA
12/16/2010
Love the coffee, best place for breakfast. I visit Maui often & keep having most of my breakfast there.
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Review from daniel s.
Kihei, HI
3/15/2011
Breakfast or lunch is great. I had a killer, monster-size sandwich here with the gf although I cant remember the name of it
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Review from Miss W.
Makawao, HI
5/24/2010
Yeah, Homeboy whining about the bagels is pretty funny. I visited this place today at the recommendation of a friend.
For the price and laidback atmosphere, it doesn't get much better than this. I much prefer their food to 808 Deli, and of course the atmosphere is a refreshing improvement on Starbucks. I think if this place were in Portland or Seattle it would be packed all the time, but unfortunately here on Maui there's not a huge coffee culture. But we're lucky to have a place like this in Kihei - awesome (and reasonably priced sandwiches), a very comfy and cute place where you feel welcome to lounge as long as you like (Wifi!) Really personable and nice owners.
This place is a treasure right across from the beach. I'm a student who often spends awhile working in cafes - I wish this place was upcountry because I'd be there all the time! -
Review from Matt P.
Kīhei, HI
6/15/2010
This place makes my soul feel better. It's true they don't make enough bagels to sell you a dozen but, this is Maui they don't get enough trade to make that economically viable. They will make them special for you if you ask ahead of time, fair enough. The coffee and sandwiches are delightful and it makes the whole trip to the office worthwhile.
Listed in: best off the beaten path…
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Review from Betsy C.
Austin, TX
Updated - 5/27/2011
After reading my initial review on Yelp, one of the manager/owners - Christopher - contacted me, expressing concern about my experience. He was very apologetic, recommended macadamia nut as his latte suggestion, and invited me to come in to get a refund. I really, really appreciated his reaching out to me as a sign of a well run small business, and truly enjoyed the delicious coconut latte he made me when I returned. Thank you Christopher!
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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5/25/2011
I was excited to try Cafe a la Plage after hearing great things about the coconut latte and bagel… Read more »
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Review from Renin J.
Sunnyvale, CA
11/18/2009
Four stars for the super friendly guy and the funny signs and displays
Three stars for capucino, it just didn't taste right.
Five stars for price - two shot cappucino for three bucks?!?
Their breakfast items looked economical as well, have to try it sometime.
And they have this amazingly comfy leather sofa that can seat 6 people at least.. Always lovely in a coffee shop -
Review from Symantha M.
Avon, IN
7/29/2009
Yummy. Very fresh, big menu. Great place for lunch.
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Review from Gopher I.
Wailuku, HI
10/1/2010 1 Check-in Here
so this is my first time here, it's a cute place! the couch is so comfy! the service was good and helpful, i just came in for coffee and didn't know exactly what i wanted. thank goodness he was helpful because they apparently make a whole bunch of different coffee drinks that i didn't notice on the menu! he mentioned that they make a blended drink with caramel, white chocolate, and mocha. i am not one for white chocolate or caramel so i asked if he could make me a mocha. he obliged and was gracious about the request. he brought it to me on the couch, and it's delicious! i'd come back again, and next time i'll come hungry!
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Review from Teresa T.
Brookfield, IL
1/9/2011
5th time in Maui...and we just love this place. The staff is lovely and friendly (giving a shout out to Christopher:)!) Great bagel sandwiches! It's also great to support a locally owned cafe (not a chain, not a big hotel...). It's also very affordably priced. We will continue to visit on our visits to Maui:)...thanks guys!
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Review from Tanny Y.
Long Beach, CA
11/15/2010
Excellent service and Delicious sandwiches! It's so authentic here. I swear I am in Paris. From the humorous decor to the french workers, this place is amazing! This have to be one of my favorite sandwiches spots! Each sandwich was relatively inexpensive! Trust me when I say you will not regret coming here. We ordered a panini which had pepper jack cheese, chicken breast, jalapenos, and what ever else was on it. It was magnificent! Okay refreshment time... I am not a fan of anything that is caffine, but I needed a pick me upper, since I am on vacation so I ordered their white mocha blended drink and it was literally to die for. It was so delicious in my mouth I swear it was almost like swallowing a fluffy cotton candy. It literally melts in your mouth and travels to your tummy, which creates a tender smile on your face. It was so addicting, from that day on we kept coming back. haha!! DAMN coffee!!
