Root of Happiness

So we trued this place out tonight for the first time, and it was okay. The girl serving us suggested we try the "Sledgehammer" since we hadn't had it before. We got one chocolate flavor and one chai flavor. They came out in miso style bowls, the type you drink directly out of. I couldn't distinguish the flavor, but the taste was insanely bitter. I really didn't like the taste, particularly the aftertaste of each sip. another thing you should be aware of is that it will numb your mouth. I wish I'd had warning about that. I think it really depends on your tolerance for very bitter drinks. My boyfriend was able to drink all of his and finish mine very quickly, but I was unable to finish even one bowl.
I found the effects pretty relaxing, but not majorly so. My boyfriend said he felt a bit more relaxed, but not a lot. They also have it written on the info at the table that you shouldn't drive after drinking kava.
As far as the price I'm not really sure what's high or low for kava, but the bowl they suggested we start with was $9 each. Nothing with kava is under $5 and even that is just a 4 oz drink. They also say on a little information sheet on the table that it has a reverse tolerance, so people new to drinking it may need 4-5 bowl to feel a strong effect. That would add up pretty quickly.  The coffee and tea are both $2, so pretty cheap compared to coffee shops since they have a good selection.
They do have food, at least according to the menu. It was just various rice bowl for $6.50-$7.50 with a choice of meat. We ate beforehand so I'm not sure how good they are or what the portions are like, hope someone reviews that soon.
The spicy Mayan hot chocolate was really good, and I loved being able to get that since I've only ever had Mayan hot cocoa at home. It has cayenne pepper and cinnamon to give it a kick. It was also reasonably priced at $2.50
The interior is pretty well designed and very relaxing, with a few booths, some couches, and a bar top. Two tvs behind the bar played youtube videos, and as we were leaving and they were closing we also saw that they were using pandora to play music. The music was mostly relaxing reggae, but one very explicit and sexual rap song came on that I wish they had skipped since it definitely ruined the atmosphere. The decor was very island oriented, tiki heads and such. I liked it.
The girl serving us was nice and helpful, and when they started to close they made it obvious they were closing without being rude. Only one group there didn't work there it looked like, the other people who were there all got up and started to help clean right before 1 am.
Overall, while I'm not sure we'll be back I'd definitely suggest trying it at least once and I can see how it would be very enjoyable to some. Also, might be more fun with a group of more than two.

This place is really unique! The ambiance is nice and the owner is awesome! Great hang out spot, whether you like to relax or socialize. Kava is definitely to b experienced. Well quit reading my review and go chk it out for yourself... :)

Such a great spot with knowledgeable staff. We love to come here to relax and unwind.