About
An independent guide to Orlando kava
Kava Castle is a curated directory—not a single bar listing. We help people in Orlando and Central Florida discover kava lounges worth visiting, with clear standards and transparent disclosures.
Our mission
Central Florida's kava scene has grown quickly, but useful, trustworthy information is still hard to find. Kava Castle exists to make that easier: a neutral reference that lists real venues, explains what each place is like, and helps first-timers and regulars alike choose where to go.
We visit bars before they are listed, keep hours and details current on a regular schedule, and correct errors when owners or readers report them. Our goal is simple—send a friend to the right spot, not sell a ranking.
Who curates this directory
Editorial decisions—what to include, how listings are written, and how venues are grouped—are made by the Kava Castle editorial team. We apply consistent criteria across every listing, whether or not a venue has a business relationship with us.
Technical infrastructure and site development are handled by DevinOps, a web development studio. DevinOps also builds websites for some venues in this directory. That work is separate from editorial curation: a venue's site project does not determine inclusion, placement, or how we describe competitors.
Independence and editorial standards
Kava Castle is not owned by any kava bar on our list. We do not accept payment for the #1 position on the main directory. Default ordering is geographic—grouped by neighborhood and region—not a hidden pay-to-play leaderboard.
A small number of design partners receive expanded editorial coverage and are clearly labeled on their listings. That relationship is disclosed on every partner page and in our disclosure and methodology. Partner status does not change factual accuracy requirements for any other venue.
What we are not
- A review platform—we do not publish star ratings we cannot attribute to a named source.
- A booking or delivery service—we link out to venues for hours, menus, and directions.
- Medical or legal advice—we describe venues and culture, not health claims about kava.
Corrections and contact
If you operate a listed venue and something is wrong, or if you believe a bar should be added or removed, use the contact form on the relevant listing page. We aim to review correction requests within 48 hours.
For a detailed explanation of how listings are built, verified, and updated, see our methodology page.