Welcome to South Fort Myers’ premier home away from home, located just off U.S. 41 at 16339 S. Tamiami Trail. Whether you are seeking an alternative social outlet, a place to catch the game, or a natural way to unwind, our carefully sourced kava and kratom teas offer a calming, alcohol-free experience.
We aren’t just another kava lounge—we are a true bar-style environment built on authentic Southern hospitality. Complete with pool tables, darts, shuffleboard, and comfortable living room spaces, Southern Roots is a place to relax, connect, and live a better life without the alcohol.
Come hungry. Southern Roots Kava Bar regularly hosts some of Fort Myers’ favorite local food trucks, bringing a rotating mix of flavors right to the bar.
Capeesh Italian Street Food by Chef Trevor Ganzi
Italian-inspired street food prepared with bold flavors and a chef-driven touch.
Island Craze Food Truck
Island-inspired dishes packed with fresh, tropical flavor.
Whooopsieee On Wheels LLC
Creative comfort food made for satisfying late-night cravings.
Inka Chicken Food Truck
Flavorful Peruvian-inspired chicken served with bold seasonings and satisfying sides.
Smash Burgers
Juicy, crispy-edged smash burgers piled high with classic toppings.
Food truck availability may vary, so check our social media for the latest schedule.
Posted on Google HiCap239Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Me and my wife started coming here about four months ago and found that you get more for your money here than most if not all of the other Kava bars in this area. The drinks are strong are taste great. The owners are always friendly with us and go out of their way to accommodate our needs and wants. One example of this is the dartboard. We have really gotten into darts since we have started going there. Their dart board was at its end of life and I suggested to Josh a better dart board that he could get for the bar. Within a week that exact board was purchased and installed by Josh. This is the kind of owners Josh & Lisett are. This shows as there are always a good number of people who frequent this establishment. The space they have is large and we love that there are other things to do there like play on one of two pool tables. They also have several large TV’s there with different things on them, not just sports. These owners got it right when they started Southern Roots and we have made this our home Kava Bar. We have invited some other friends to come join us and they love it too. Another thing we love is every night they have a different food truck show up, we have had dinners from all of them and wow! I have a new respect for food trucks, they have some of the best food. So come stop by have some fun, or just hang out and watch the pool tournaments they have grab some good food and enjoy!Posted on Google Ester TTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Southern Roots is the classiest Kava Bar I have ever been too, I have frequented them for 9 years since the first one opened in our area. There are quite a lot of them now and this by far, is the classiest kava bar in town, even when I have traveled Kava Bars when traveling in other areas, it is the classiest, cleanest and vibed, Kava Bar I have ever been to. It is relaxing, entertaining, beautiful and full of so many options. There are two pool tables, corn hole, table top table top shuffleboard, foosball , darts and so much more. They have an entire cabinet full of a wide variety of board games, puzzle, etc. for entertainment of all ages, adults and children. Children are welcome there and have a lot of fun. The atmosphere is welcoming and comfortable, with different areas to sit. Sometimes I need to do some work and sit in the back private room, sometimes I use one of the three comfortable couch areas and relax, laugh and gather more privately with friends. Other times, I like to sit at the bar and have a little more of a social experience and meet new friends. They have karaoke, trivia night, poker tournaments, jewelry making and so many more activities. There is something always happening in addition, they are very open to ideas and supporting others in there small business and/or ideas. They are very supportive to the community and help others with their hobbies and/or ideas/small businesses and vendoring. They do one at a time so there is not a whole place full of a vendor night, which I LOVE, as it gets the persons name and business known, with solely focusing on them that night and without other vendors with the similar small business. Gives them a chance to have their talents strictly seen and viewed without comparison! I absolutely love that idea!!!!! They have open areas to have more activity and socialize by the bar, with beautiful tall round tables. Then they have three large sectional comfy, couches areas in the back, with wall fireplaces, each with a television. Very comfortable and relaxing. They have a large table with plenty of room to gather, a private room where you can go for working and calls, or even have gatherings. They let us have a woman’s group meeting and welcomed us to the areas, holding the time etc. for us. So nice. There is so much good and fun and welcoming that I could go on and on. They have a different Food truck every night and in the rare occasion that they don't, Josh has been known to make hotdogs and sides. Great food! Bottom line, it is very welcoming and a nice environment with wonderful friends and family in our kava community. I highly recommend and cannot say enough! Thanks SR!!!!!Posted on Google Ryan ImprotaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Best spot to go to on the weekend and on a random weekday! There’s plenty of fun things to do here and never a boring time here. The owners are very caring and treat you like family. They always make sure you have an enjoyable time. Best bar owners in SWFL!