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"Akamai (which means “smart” or “clever” in Hawaiian) offers 100-percent Maui-grown and roasted coffee. You can taste the quality in the cup, and the baristas know their business. In addition to perfectly foamy cappuccinos and lattes with decorative art, the cafe offers New Orleans-style cold brew with chicory and seasonal espresso drinks spiked with macadamia nut and butterscotch. To nosh on, try the sophisticated avocado toast sprinkled with microgreens or the Belgian waffle with berry compote. Beyond the cafes, Akamai operates two drive-up windows, one in Kīhei and another in Kahului. Know before you go: Snag a bag of award-winning Maui Mokka beans (pricey but worth it) to sip at home." - Shannon Wianecki