About Us
Mai Kai Kava Bar
Come experience a relaxing vibe with great people, great music, and an atmosphere that you didn’t know existed. Engage in great conversations and learn a whole new way to relax. Leave your worries at the door and unwind with any of our specialty drinks. We offer a few signature drinks, specialty kavas, kava teas, coffees, cappuccinos, Tazo and Yogi hot tea blends. We also offer the yerba mate which is served with traditional gourds. This is a South American tradition and offers many health benefits.
Loyalty Program
We offer a loyalty program, Perka, for all of our customers. Ask one of our Kava Tenders to sign you up today! We have several specials throughout the week for Happy Hour and ladies night. Always check to see the latest on our social media sites! We offer free WiFi for those last minute school assignments or just to sit and catch up.
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Alternative to Alcohol
Kava has been consumed for many centuries around the globe. Pacific cultures have been drinking Kava for over 3,000 years. It is used for many reasons here are a few; ceremonial, political, medicinal, social purposes. Many scientific studies suggest that kava can help with anxiety, depression, insomnia, and muscle pain.
Kava is relaxing and takes you away from the day to day hustle and bustle of our lives. It's a place of good vibes, recharging, socializing after a long day or night at work/school. Mai Kai Kava is our favorite way to unwind without the effects of alcohol. Oh and did I mention pet & kid friendly. Yes, that's right bring the fur babies!
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We are a Kava Bar. Mai Kai offers a wide variety of teas, kavas, coffees and much more. We offer a place of relaxation to unwind without the effects of alcohol. We still get the social aspect with no hangover!
What is Kava?
Kava or kava-kava (Piper methysticum: Latin "pepper" Latinized Greek "intoxicating") is a crop of the western Pacific. Kava- is a root found on South Pacific islands. Natives have used kava as medicine and in ceremonies for centuries. Kava's relaxing effect may relieve anxiety, restlessness, sleeplessness, and stress-related symptoms such as muscle tension or spasm. Kava may also relieve pain. Kava is great for focus without any impairment-alternative to alcohol with all of the social aspects. When taken for anxiety or stress, kava does not interfere with mental sharpness. When taken for sleep problems, kava promotes deep sleep without affecting restful sleep.