Grassroots Kava House

139 reviews

5248 N Florida Ave, Tampa, FL 33603

grassrootskavahouse.com

+18137553003

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Grassroots Kava House is a Coffee shop located at 5248 N Florida Ave, Tampa, FL 33603. It has received 139 reviews with an average rating of 4.8 stars.

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Hours

Monday7AM-12AM
Tuesday7AM-12AM
Wednesday8AM-12AM
Thursday8AM-12AM
Friday7AM-12AM
Saturday7AM-12AM
Sunday7AM-12AM

F.A.Q

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The address of Grassroots Kava House: 5248 N Florida Ave, Tampa, FL 33603

  • Grassroots Kava House has 4.8 stars from 139 reviews

  • Coffee shop

  • "I have been looking for a local coffee place near me happy to support my community"

    "For Saturday morning I was looking for a coffee shop to have coffee and start my morning"

    "Cozy new location for grassroots kava house"

    "I came here for the first time to study"

    "All of the Grassroots locations are great! The setting is always chill & relaxed and very comfortable, people are always hanging out for a while on their laptop or w friends etc"

Reviews

  • Charlene D

I have been looking for a local coffee place near me happy to support my community. The inside is very spacious so you don't feel like you are side-by-side with others. The barista I had was Heather and she was extremely friendly and very informative on my questions about Kava. She kept her mask on so if anyone was concerned about Covid, this is a good place to go. They have a large variety on their menus of coffee, teas, kava, and snacks. I haven't gotten a chance to try out there Kava, yet but I will definitely be back for it. They are also dog friendly! Did I mention that they have kombucha on tap? Very chill atmosphere with great music. If you have a tried this place out yet I recommend going. BONUS: they have coffee punchcards. After your 6 cup of coffee you get a free coffee. Who doesn't love free coffee?!

  • nishant narula

For Saturday morning I was looking for a coffee shop to have coffee and start my morning. I searched near me and by seeing the good reviews I decided to have coffee at Grassroots Kava House. It is an amazing coffee shop with different options of coffee and Kava to select from the menu. The cafe is beautifully decorated with different books options plus different games. It is like a chilled coffee place where you can have coffee and enjoy with friends. From the menu I decided to have Root Fuel which was the combination of Kava and Coffee. The server gave me the root fuel quickly and it was a chilled coffee. It was amazing and I recommend everyone to try the Grassroots Kava House in the area.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–10

  • ANNA BROWN

Cozy new location for grassroots kava house. Per usual, family-like vibes everytime I'm there. My favorite is the Nitro coffee with hazelnut, caramel, and new to me.. peppermint! With oat milk, perfected by the always fun Claire! Doggo friendly as well!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
gr Soda, Blueberry Chocolate Chip Muffin, Grassroots House Blend Drip Coffee, Blueberry Strawberry Raspberry, Kava, Heath Bar, English Breakfast, That Dog Ice Cream, Kava Mule, Passionflower Tea, Drip Coffee
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free parking lot, Free street parking, Free parking garage

  • Paxton Vinal

I came here for the first time to study. The atmosphere was calm and saw many other people quietly working/studying as well. There are board games and different sitting areas to chose from. My second time coming I saw they were dog friendly which I think is nice (: on not so humid days they open the windows for fresh air. Overall, a cute spot and they have delicious drinks. I had coffee one day and a Nutella Kava another, both were awesome
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Vegetarian options
Vegan cookies available
Dietary restrictions
They offer dairy free drinks

  • Daniel R5

All of the Grassroots locations are great! The setting is always chill & relaxed and very comfortable, people are always hanging out for a while on their laptop or w friends etc. The staff is also great and very very friendly. The menu is extensive and there's so much to choose from including teas, coffee and of course kava & kratom. My personal faves are the "orange dreamsicle" kratom cocktail and the matcha tea w milk & agave sweetener. Drinks only for most part but they gave limited food available to snack on.
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • P

It’s a 4.5 star for me Pros: Great ambience Plenty of space Variety on the menu Dog friendly Most of the time not too loud so perfect for work Eco friendly straws Fast wifi Easy parking Good specials Cons: Foot traffic is a bit heavy and the location can have mosquitoes get in… i got bit several times and it made the experience not enjoyable Some of the tables are wobbly Some times the music is loud (or maybe I was under the Sonos speaker) and the genre ranges… anyways you’ll want really good noise canceling headphones I’ll be back
Service
Dine in

  • Jessica Jordan

Love this place. This is my go-to spot for remote work and just hanging out. The wifi is strong, the coffee is good, the seating is comfortable, and the staff are excellent. I especially love the music choices, they really know their audience. The reason I love this neighborhood is everywhere I go joints are always playing the alt rock/punk music from my youth, and I feel like we're all enjoying the music together. But Grassroots, and especially Wes, has the best playlists! It sets the vibe and I always feel at home.

  • T.M. L.

My first time going to a Kava shop with my husband and it was a very interesting experience. I honestly didn’t expect everyone to be so welcoming and friendly since most places aren’t like that nowadays. The 2 employees who helped were named, Wes and Scarlet. They made sure to answer any questions we had and were very detailed with their answers. Kava had the true effects and we also got a toffee nut latte with 2 espresso shots which was more than what I expected so I give everything a 10/10. We will be back!

  • Jason

This place is a welcome addition to the neighborhood. Very good service and excellent coffee house coffee. They have all of the things I like, espresso, cappuccino, and pastries. The refreshing change from Starbucks for Dunkin Donuts coffee. Also, I enjoyed the Kava and Kratom. It's very well made and potent. Fast and free Wi-Fi adds to the mix to make this my favorite "work from home" site. Make sure you don't take one of the prime window seats from me!

  • Stasia Serge

Overall service is excellent but this is not a good place to go if you have to watch videos or do quiet work. It’s always sooooo loud, I went 3x this week but probably won’t be coming to study again because I have to blow my ears out turning the headphones all the way up and block my ears. Otherwise great spot to hang out, L for studying
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Matthew Grzelak

Have been going to grassroots for 2 years now every Monday for AnswersRin trivia and always have a blast. Luke who runs the trivia does an excellent job of making it fun and gives me something to look forward to every Monday. Each week is an exciting and competitive game and I’m thankful for the lifelong friends I’ve made through trivia and grassroots

  • Rebecca M

Stopped by this new location today and absolutely LOVED it! The space is beautiful and relaxing. Plenty of room to social distance. The kava tenders were friendly and welcoming. There were lots of cool kava cocktails to choose from and delicious treats from a local bakery. We live St. Pete but will definitely make the drive again and come back.

  • Heather Valdes

This Kava House is my new favorite spot in town! It’s such a nice and cozy vibe and offers a great place to work on my laptop. I tried their Kava and it was a great experience - very relaxing! They carry Blind Tiger coffee and the baristas are really knowledgeable. I’m excited to have this spot in my neighborhood and I definitely recommend it!

  • Ken Hawe

I'm a long time customer of the Saint Petersburg location, and Seminole heights it's spot-on for the flavor I love. The patio is pleasant enough, though the traffic on Florida ave makes conversation difficult at times. Also like the Saint Pete location, this one is surrounded by excellent restaurants if you're planning a longer session.

  • Nate Mosley

Grass Roots (N Florida Ave) has become my favorite place to spend the day! Whether I'm working or socializing the people are friendly and the staff is welcoming. Tarot Tuesdays with Des is a must! Des does a great job of reading your cards in a very down to earth fashion. I highly recommend GR to all family and friends alike!

  • Kam

I HAD MY VERY FIRST KAVA SINGLE HERE Very earthy, would recommend to anyone who is interested in trying something new and spontaneous A dear friend brought me here and we stayed for some time to work on remote work. :) Loved seeing the staff all taking shots of Kava behind the bar. Such a loving and bright environment

  • Andrew DeMil

I love this place. The tenders really are kind and good at their job. Of special mention is Trivia Night! There are always so many people here and if you’re alone you can join a team! Great atmosphere, intellectual, and open people. Highly recommend!
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Lisa Brown

Visiting from out of town with two girlfriends and had the BEST experience at the Seminole Heights location. Wes was our outstanding, attentive & outgoing kavatender. The drinks were delicious, refreshing and worth every penny. Great customer service & excellent vibes. Highly recommend!

  • Kelsey Baker

Best spot in Seminole Heights! There is no other place like Grassroots the atmosphere is super chill, Kavatenders are great, and have the best Kava and Kratom! I have met some of my closest friends here as well! Overall amazing!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Nathanial Oates

Amazing staff and incredible environment! The quality of their products is the best in town. They have a great game selection as well as areas to do work in private. 10 out of 10 would recommend.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–10

  • Taylor Akinola

Awesome study spot, especially because they're open so late! Lots of room to sit and a good variety of drink options. I'm not much of a kava or kratom drinker, so I usually opt for kombucha on draft or a cappuccino. Totally recommend if you're looking to chill or work!

  • Sergio Lleras

Very chill and library'ish. I would definitely recommend to come here to network, study or make business plans . It's ONE of the best kava joints I've been to.. There should be a backside to menu, I think and if there is I apologize. I'll take more pics later

  • Rachel Munds

Such a welcoming, friendly place to enjoy some kava, coffee, or tea. Great place to do work & I love that they can open the windows and just let fresh air inside. Very relaxing place. Also, they have a trivia night, which I hope to check out at some point!

  • John Hoke

Best kava bar in Tampa. Very similar to their locations in St. Pete and Ybor City. Coffee, kava, kratom, and more is all top notch. Great place to go and work from to get out of your house! Not to mention they have everything to get you through your day:)

  • Ilyaas Figueroa

Grassroots is a well established kava bar with a friendly staff their service is fast and friendly Jess,Erin, and Lita are all awesome competent and kind I truly enjoy coming here after a stressful day
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Quinten Plummer

It's a kava bar. Sometimes these places are too wrapped up with catering to regulars that new faces sit for 20 mins without getting an order in. I've seen this before. No hard feelings, but I won't be back.
Service: 2
Atmosphere: 3

  • Lizz Hardin

Decent coffee drinks at average prices. Many unique kava cocktails. The Nutella one was pretty good.
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Nutella

  • Brian Slattery-Gaston

Love this place! It is SO relaxing and chill. The atmosphere is very welcoming, stylish, yet very comfortable. The staff was so nice and helpful when asking about drink suggestions. We came in on a cloudy rainy day and got to take advantage

  • Paul Voigt

Just an incredibly chill environment. If you’re unfamiliar with kava/kratom, they really take the time to explain and cater to your tastes. Even if that’s not your thing, they have great coffee and a huge selection of botanical teas.

  • Anthony John Letourneau

Was little hard to find it first, but if you close your eyes and listen you can hear Loa screaming above the crowd. The place was warm and loving and filled with happy animals.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Insta: jatin_tulsulkar

Grassroots Kava house has a great ambiance and the host is very friendly and warm! I usually go there to read because this place isn’t loud and can focus. I tried the Orange Dreamsicle and it was the best. I would try it again.

  • Jonathan Fudge

Always love visiting this place. Team and guests were all polite and great to speak to. Highly enjoy this as a place to go to or to check out.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20

  • Ryan Tracy

Pretty Awesome place, thankful to have it. Crew likes to remember you by name, and include everyone like they are a small get together family. It's beautiful.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Viktoria Canning

Very cool atmosphere! And super dog friendly!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Kava Mule

  • Elvin A. Ramos

Exceptional Coffee!! Excellent Place to Catch-Up with Someone, Get Some Work Done, or Wind-down After a Long Day. Look Forward to Returning to Try the Kava Cocktails and Kratom
Price per person
$1–10

  • NRochelle Schmidt

I ordered a latte with a double shot of CBD espresso and a touch of caramel, was highly satisfied! Nice place to hang out and meet up with friends.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Kevin Nelson

This place rocks! Great place to study and to unwind at night... friendly staff, great coffee, tea, & kava... they also have rad vegan pastries. I could spend an entire day here and not even realize

  • Christine Kangelaris

Best kava I've ever had. First tea bar I've been too with mocktails infused with either kava or kratom. I had their kava mule and it was absolutely delicious! Can't wait to go back!

  • Kimberley Hammett

First time in . It was a long wait but worth it .
Service
Take out
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 5
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 5

  • Cassandra Turchany

I enjoy grassroots trivia by AnswersRin EVERY MONDAY and me and my fiancé love it. The service and the atmosphere from all staff makes it something to look forward to every week!

  • Shannon Jones (FSU4LIFE2012)

Good Vibes, Cuban Coffee was Excellent , and I was able to get a lot of work done. Wish parking was better but they can't do anything about that. I'll definitely be back! …

  • Sarah Nagle

Amazing staff, amazing atmosphere, quality drinks. Absolutely love it here. You feel like you're part of a community which is something that means a lot to me. Give it a try!!

  • C Sams

The best! I’ve been to many, but this one is the best! Clean, friendly, creative drinks. I love it!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–10

  • Ariel Robello

A second home. A second office. And a great community of sincerely awesome staff and customers. Dogs always welcome!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Angela Bailey

BEST. FREAKING. COFFEE. EVER. I enjoyed that triple shot latte with a passion!!! I told my boyfriend I wanted to eat the to go cup it was so good HIGHLY RECOMMEND …

  • Faheem Abbas

Always a great experience at Kava house. My first time at Seminole heights location. Absolutely loved it . The staff is the most social and friendliest staff in town

  • Jeanette Quinteros

Nice kava cafe. Casual mature vibe. Great place to come study/work. Kava is very good and coffee is as well. Prices are very reasonable! Definitely will come back!

  • Christopher Hamm

A beautiful space, great people, and the products are the best. Coffee, Kratom ,Kava, teas, and more I love hanging here and supporting the Grassroots Family.

  • Elizabeth Adkins

Big open space with tons of natural light. Lovely staff!! Kava, teas, coffee, and so much more. Their merch is really cool too! Definitely check it out. :)

  • Christian Obando

Ideal Study spot! WiFi ✅ Coffee ✅ Wooden tables ✅ Outlets ✅
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$1–10

  • Jake Stanton

Stopped by tonight, the Kombucha was fantastic, and there is a quiet, peaceful vibe to the place. Definitely would recommend.

  • Abraham Rivera

Good coffee + Wifi. The music they play could be better. It was all moody alt rock when I was there.
Service
Dine in

  • todd ollendorff

Kool place! Fanominal service.
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–10
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Terra Rizzuto

They gave me some magical amazing ice nitro coffee, I came back two days in a row! Thanks for getting me to midnight

  • Luke

The nitro brew coffee is great. Prices are great. Service is super quick. Very comfortable area. Clean bathrooms

  • KC Cavanaugh

What a beautiful space! All my favorites in one place blind tiger coffee, driftwood nitro and house made kava!!

  • Alex Quaglieri

Great atmosphere and community like no other place. Long live Grassies.
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Chloe Benhaim

Great staff and warm modern atmosphere! Kava is the best in town as well. Definitely worth stopping in to try!

  • Liv Elle Renner

One of my favorite places to get some writing done. Great atmosphere. Comfortable seating with many options.

  • Ash

Awesome place to hang out and get work done. Super friendly staff as well! Definitely check this place out!

  • B Taylor

Had the Kava Mule and it was excellent ! The owner, Ken is super nice too. I’ll definitely be back soon !

  • April Gillmore

Love this place. They're dog-friendly, staff is welcoming and the drinks are great. Try the kratom.

  • Sean Suits

My favorite place in Seminole Heights for Kava and Kratom! Love the local Blond Tiger coffee too.

  • Matthew Rowlson

Loved it! Clean environment, lovely people, kicking coffee and Tony made an amazing Macchiato!!

  • Lyta Tasoulinh

Alfred was very comfortable here. He had ice cream and hung out while I got some reading done.

  • Jeff Walz

Great coffee house. Very strong latte.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Ochirgarid Chinzorig

Only went for a coffee stayed for the folks. Awesome staffs and coffee.
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  • Keri Fogg

The place is great good atmosphere, great coffee and dog friendly, I am becoming a regular

  • Abi Ellis

Prices are more reasonable than some of their competitors and I absolutely love the vibe!

  • Jose Ramirez Fuentes

This place is lovely. I'm sad I just found it for the first time!
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  • Marty Korb II

Another beautiful location of Grassroots best kava and kratom in the Tampa Bay!!

  • Heather Meares

Nitro cold brew with oat milk and toasted marshmallow... Delicious and smooth

  • hiliari davis

Very cool place. Staff is super nice and very informed about their products

  • Michael Taylor

Fun atmosphere! Trivia night was a blast and excellent service by barista

  • Spintryss flowand

nothing special was a place in heights to stop wasn't a bad place tho

  • Jose Rodriguez

Great coffee, great kava, great place to focus and be productive

  • Michael Freed

Great place to get out of the office and get some work done.

  • K B

Love this new Grassroots! Great vibe and even better drinks!

  • Adham Molokhia

A syper friendly and nice place to have coffee. Recommended.

  • Lisa H

Great place to study.
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Erving Otero

Nice spot to get some kratom/kava. Small and quaint. Chill.

  • Elliott laplant

Awesome spot!
Service: 5
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  • Eliana Shogreen

Great service. Very friendly. Delicious food and drinks

  • Kyle Baird

Great Kava & Kratom but definitely on the pricier side.

  • Jason S

Wonderful place to read and the coffee is yummy.

  • Duke Morrison

Without a doubt it is a place to play chess

  • chris andre

Great atmosphere but a little pricey....

  • Low Tide Kava Bar

Best Kava Bar in Tampa, FL. Hands down.

  • J

Kava pancake I made from their kava

  • Moses Parker

Very dope spot with a nice staff!

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