Melo Melo Kava Bar – American
This serene botanical retreat invites guests to trade the frantic pace of the city for the grounding, earthy ritual of kava, served in traditional wooden bowls that honor South Pacific heritage. Whether sipping on a spicy Melo Ginger or the velvety sweetness of a Melo Dreams, patrons find themselves enveloped in a mellow, communal atmosphere where time slows down over chilled glasses of rotating kombucha and potent, island-inspired elixirs.
1101 Pacific Avenue https://melomelokavabar.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, gluten-free, nut-free, pescatarian, low-fat, low-cholesterol
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM
What diners are saying
Guests celebrate Melo for its family-friendly lunch setting and reliable service that ensures a smooth dining experience. Standout dishes include the perfectly cooked ribeye steak and the rich carbonara, which reviewers highlight as a must-try for pasta lovers. Diners also rave about the delicious tiramisu and generous portions, noting that the romantic lighting and attentive staff create a welcoming atmosphere for both large groups and intimate gatherings.
Menu
Purist Kava
Traditionally prepared kava, filtered and hand-pressed in house
- Low Tide - $6: Traditionally prepared kava, filtered and hand-pressed in house (5oz)
- High Tide - $10: Traditionally prepared kava, filtered and hand-pressed in house (10oz)
- Nak-Out - $13: High tide + riptide (10oz)
- Tanoa - $50: Ceremonial bowl of kava (64oz)
Mocktails
Kava shaken with a mix of flavors
- Melo Ginger - $11: House-made ginger syrup and kava (10oz)
- Melo Chocolate - $9: Chocolate almond milk and kava (8oz)
- Melo Chai - $9: Almond milk, raw agave, dona chai spices, and kava (8oz)
- Melo Colada - $9: Kava, pineapple, and coconut cream (8oz)
- Melo Dreams - $9: Coconut milk, cinnamon, and orange kava extract (8oz)
Kombucha
- Rotating Kombucha (Glass) - $6: Refreshing probiotic drink brewed in house (11oz)
- Rotating Kombucha (Sidekick) - $3: Refreshing probiotic drink brewed in house (4.5oz)
- Rotating Kombucha (Flight) - $9: 4x4.5oz flight of house brewed kombucha
- Chameleon - $12: Sparkling drink with choice of orange-guava or lemon lime kava extract (11oz)
Tea & Sipping Chocolates
- Midnight Mystic - $6: 80% cacao, vanilla bean, and himalayan salt (6oz)
- Dark Inferno - $6: 70% cacao, habanero, red reishi (6oz)
- Global Warrior - $6: 65% cacao, maca, turmeric, and cardamom (6oz)
- Classic Tea - $5: Variety of black, green, and rotating herbal teas (6oz)
- Yerba Mate - $5: Traditional infusion of energizing South American tea (6oz)
Add-ons
- Riptide - $3: Micronized kava add-on
- Dream Within a Dream - $3: Double the amount of extract Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol
- Milk/Mix Side - $3: 2oz side of almond, chocolate, coconut milk, or colada mix Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
Take Home
- Purist Kava Growler (32oz) - $25: Ready-to-drink traditionally prepared kava
- Purist Kava Growler (64oz) - $50: Ready-to-drink traditionally prepared kava
- Dry Kava (1/2 lb) - $32: Range of varietals for making kava at home
- Dry Kava (1 lb) - $62: Range of varietals for making kava at home
- Instant Kava - $30: Fresh freeze dried kava (2oz)
- Micronized Kava - $25: Take home riptide (2oz)
Frequently Asked Questions about Melo Melo Kava Bar
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features diverse kava elixirs, rotating kombucha flights, and American dishes like ribeye steak and carbonara with various dietary options.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- With a 3.0/5 rating, this American spot stands out for its ribeye steak, carbonara, and diverse dietary options including gluten-free and vegetarian.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This botanical retreat offers a grounding experience through traditional South Pacific kava rituals, island-inspired elixirs, and a mellow communal atmosphere.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Reviewers highlight the ribeye steak, rich carbonara, and delicious tiramisu as the standout and must-try dishes at this restaurant.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- The Milk/Mix Side is both vegetarian and gluten-free, while Dream Within a Dream meets vegetarian, gluten-free, nut-free, and low-fat requirements.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- The restaurant's operational status is currently unconfirmed as the provided data does not include specific hours or opening times.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data for Melo Melo Kava Bar does not include the specific number of reviews received.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Visitors should expect a serene botanical atmosphere serving traditional kava, with highlights including ribeye steak, carbonara, and generous portions.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking a family-friendly lunch or romantic dinner featuring ribeye steak, carbonara, and tiramisu would most enjoy this restaurant.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Experience the restaurant by enjoying a family-friendly lunch of ribeye steak and carbonara followed by tiramisu in a romantic, communal atmosphere.