Kava Kasa,

962 Cherry Street Southeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49506

"The place is nice but I was driven out by the death metal music they chose to play. Music definitely didn’t fit the atmosphere of a coffee shop or their decor."

"We love visiting Kava Kasa when we are in GR!!! Wish there were more kava bars like this in Michigan to go to!! Highly recommend it for a chill, fun alcohol free social option! Social: @clydekeep"

"A little pricey, but was worth finding kava on this side of the state. I had never had kava with flavor added and sweetness, which changes the whole experience. Staff are knowledgeable of the types they carry and what flavor combos work. All around cute little shop and worth the stop!"

"Kava Kasa is a comfy establishment. They offer several coffees and teas in addition to the main draw, the Kava drinks. You can read all about Kava online, I'm not gonna preach, so depending on who you read it's anywhere between a cure-all wonder-plant or a passing tea fad. This is the kinda place that uses the word "toxins" unironically in their menu. I got the rare double, which is what they suggest for newcomers. Cost me around 14 bucks. There's lots of options on how to prep it, just like a coffee shop. It's meant to be chugged, and it did indeed lighten my mood and numb my lips and mouth a bit. The staff were friendly and can walk a newcomer through, or serve a pro. This place is comfy and their social media pages have events listed, if you want to go to an open mic or a social club gathering. I give it 4/5 because the prices are a bit high, even for a specialty drinks place. There's also a lot of dubious claims in their official handouts that could use some citations..."