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Most of our guests walked in curious. Here’s everything you need to know before your first shell — no judgment, no jargon.
Kava is a root from the South Pacific, where it has been shared for thousands of years as a drink of welcome, ceremony and conversation. Ground and steeped in water, it makes an earthy tea that people drink to unwind and connect.
Different regions grow different varieties. At Lacuna we pour three — and we describe them by the vibe guests tell us they get.
Kratom is a leaf from a tropical evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia, traditionally brewed as a tea. Our kratom brews are steeped from whole leaf with our proprietary three-stage process, and served over ice in a mason jar.
Kratom is grouped by vein color, and each has its own character.
Start with a traditional single ($5.55) or a mocktail if you want it a little sweeter.
It’s Fijian for life, health and welcome. Clap once, toast and drink it in one go.
Fresh pineapple takes the earthy edge off. The tingle on your lips is totally normal.
Give it 20–30 minutes, find a couch and meet the room. Join the 6 O’Clock Slam.
No — Lacuna is 18+. Bring a valid ID; you’ll need to be 18 or older to purchase kava or kratom.
None. Everything on our menu is alcohol-free, so it’s a great place to go sober, sober-curious, or just take a night off.
Honestly? Earthy and peppery. That’s why traditional shells come with pineapple, and why our mocktails blend it with coconut and fresh juice.
That light numbing feeling is completely normal — it’s one of kava’s signature traits and fades in a few minutes.
Start with a single shell or one mocktail and give it 20–30 minutes. You can always order another. Our kavatenders will help you pace it.
Everyone reacts differently. Don’t mix kava or kratom with alcohol, and know how a drink affects you before you get behind the wheel.
Absolutely. Free Wi-Fi, couches and outlets — plenty of guests come for the afternoon to work, read or study.
Most people come solo the first time. It’s a social space — the 6 O’Clock Slam is a great way to meet the room.
This page is general information, not medical advice. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication or have a medical condition, check with your doctor before trying kava or kratom.
Come in any day from noon — our kavatenders will walk you through it.