One of the richest chocolate shop these shortbread are made with excellent dark chocolates. They…read morealso have white two. Variety of many type. Good shop to pick up gifts.

Always a great time to grab some good and delicious chocolate. However never go before Christmas…read morefor they don't have enough in stock! My fault, I should have bought my special chocolate earlier!! The staff was friendly, the chocolate shop was clean and tidy and the feel I get in there it's so peaceful. The aroma of chocolate just makes me happy.

Misha is so awesome and everything she makes is delicious! I ordered a few chocolate dripped…read morestrawberry boxes from her and everyone loved it. It was perfect and looked beautiful to give out as presents. She takes orders through her Instagram and never lets me down. I'm so proud of this local business who started during the pandemic and is doing super well! Highly recommend!!

So cute! I was on the receiving end of one of their charcuterie packs for administrative…read moreappreciation day! Our managers got us each one and I took it to the palace for lunch (I added my apple slices and strawberries). Such a fun idea and I look forward to using them in the future!

While roaming about the Kaka'ako Farmers Market, I noticed Momi Dolce featuring a traditional…read moreBrazilian confectionery called "Brigadeiros". Momi Dolce's owner and confectioner is Michelle Serota who is from Brazil and she brings her tradition to Hawai'i. She sells her brigadeiros (pronounced "Bree-gah-day-ro") by 4-pack or 6-pack. Her featured flavors are: -Dark chocolate -Crunchy chocolate with cacao nibs -Coconut (white chocolate) -Passion fruit or lilikoi (white chocolate) -Kauai coffee -Almond All of the flavors are intense but balanced by the premium chocolate and condensed milk used in making them. I suppose one could compare them to ganache that is used in making chocolate truffles. These brigadeiros are creamy and fudge-like though it melts smoothly as you might pop them in your mouth. The good thing about Momi Dolce is that Michelle can be reached online so you don't have to wait for her appearance at the Kaka'ako Farmers Market. You can thank me later... Obrigado!

Delicious! What a tasty treat. My favorite is the Crunchy flavor. But they are all melt in your…read moremouth good. My girlfriend liked the lilikoi best. The only trouble with them is that I could easily eat a dozen of them myself in one sitting. The best way I can describe a brigadeiros is: If a chocolate truffle and fudge had a baby. A freaking delicious baby!!!

Parking can be challenging, in fact, super challenging. We went on a Saturday (the only day we…read morecould go) and there was no street parking. We saw some people illegally parked on the street right on the corner, but they didn't care, they would brave a citation just for these amazing treats! I am sure the neighbors who live across from this place think this is a massive headache, to have such a popular chocolate place right in their own neighborhood - either that, or a blessing, since they can just walk right across! There are 4 tiny stalls in the driveway in the front of the Doggie Bakery and this place, but it looks far too challenging to get in and out and onto the main street, which is insanely busy on a weekend. We parked in the neighboring lot and purchased something from another business just so we could get some chocolates here. If the parking situation were better, I'd come back. I purchased the Hokkaido Soft Serve (weekends only, I think), it was delicious but I was expecting more fatty mouthfeel for something that was labeled as "Hokkaido". It was lighter than I was expecting. The chocolates, on the other hand, were fabulous and worth every, expensive, penny. By the way, who the heck nowdays says "worth every penny"? Probably old folks like me who knew what a penny was, and now due to inflation and the Federal Reserve nixxing the penny, it's probably worth 0.0012 cents now. Rainbow Shave Ice - it really does taste like shave ice! I came here mainly for this, as I've heard the hype and the hype is real! Hibiki Whisky Chocolate - nice and lovely. Dubai Chocolate - with gold leaf and everything. The Dubai craze is insane. This was good, but the least of my favorites. Six chocolates + one soft serve = $30.

Chocolate fact: In 1847, the British chocolate company J.S. Fry & Sons, led by Joseph Fry and his…read moresons, created the first commercial chocolate bar. By mixing cocoa powder, sugar, and melted cocoa butter, they produced a moldable paste that solidified into a "chocolate délicieux à manger" (delicious chocolate to eat), revolutionizing the industry. Bringing peace to our world, one chocolate at a time. Got the sweetest gift from my Cycle Buddy, Randy S. There was a Spring Dubai Chocolate Bar, delicate mango slices dipped in chocolate, Classic Crunch a le'a (white chocolate, peanut butter, puffed rice cereal, marshmallows, toasted macadamia nuts, dark chocolate chips with a chocolate drizzle), and a trio of delicious truffles (one was definitely rainbow shave ice and two were these had an amazing Hibiki whisky filled center.

Love the chocolate tasting experience. Friendly environment and no underlying pressure to make a…read morepurchase. Made me want to do a farm tour in the future.

I learned so much on the tour. The factory is in an old art deco theater. They kept some of the…read moretheater history...extremely cool! I loved learning that Hawaiian cacao pods must work harder to survive, since they are on the edge of where they grow. This makes the fat content in the cacao pods higher, which is why I am able to enjoy a higher percentage dark chocolate bar and have it taste amazing...not bitter or chalky at all. With one small square of the Lucky 7 bar, my nerve endings felt like they were smoothed out. I will definitely be reordering!

Loved the baked stuff and drinks. It is outdoor and take out mostly so not…read moreGreat when it rains. Plenty of outdoor seating I order a ton of random Stuff between sweet and savory The hot dog in bun was exceptional

You can't help but notice the line…read more Staying directly across the street from the bakery gave me a front-row seat to its daily ritual. Every morning, without fail, people gathered outside waiting patiently for pastries. No flashy signs. No gimmicks. Just quiet consistency. That alone intrigued me. By the second day, my mind was made up. I'm an early riser, so the plan was simple: go on my usual morning run and arrive before the rush. Japanese culture and craftsmanship have long fascinated me. Through close friends with family roots tracing back to Japan, I've developed a deep appreciation for the culture -- the discipline, the rituals, the precision, and the respect for process. There's a beauty in the intentional pace at which things are done. Nothing rushed. Nothing careless. This bakery embodied that philosophy perfectly. The space itself was small, modest, and aromatic. No overdesigned interiors. No influencer bait. Just the comforting smell of fresh bread and butter hanging in the air. Some bakeries hide behind elaborate architecture and presentation, but this place understood something more important: when the product is exceptional, the product becomes the attraction. The pastries ranged from playful and charming to elegant and refined. The Salt & Butter bread was an instant staple -- savory, warm, and impossibly light. The dough practically dissolved like air. Thankfully, nothing felt overly heavy, because I completely lost control of my ordering strategy. The Kobo Kuma -- a soft bear-shaped bun filled with homemade vanilla bean custard -- was perfection. Equal parts cute and comforting. The Cinnamon Roll was solid, but the Haupia pastry completely stole the show. For those unfamiliar, Haupia is a traditional Hawaiian coconut pudding found throughout Polynesia. The flavor here was subtle yet lingering, delicate without disappearing. The kind of flavor that quietly stays with you long after the last bite. Then came the Blueberry Danish -- beautiful, buttery, and perfectly sweet. I didn't even make it to the savory options this time, which honestly just gives me another reason to return. And I absolutely will -- whether back here in Hawaii or perhaps at one of their mainland locations in Los Angeles. Some places become popular because of hype. Others because of quality. This bakery earned its line.

This was about my fourth or fifth time at Holey Grail Donuts, and it never disappoints. I picked up…read morea four pack with the hot single, strawberry fields, chocolate crunch, and lilikoi. The hot single is a classic and still my favorite. It's simple but so good, especially when it's fresh and warm. The strawberry fields and lilikoi were both really flavorful, and the chocolate crunch had the perfect texture. They still taste great even after cooling down at home, but they're definitely on another level when you eat them fresh. The service is always really good, and there's plenty of seating, which makes it easy to hang out and enjoy your donuts. Definitely a spot I keep coming back to when I'm in the area!

I was down on that side of town and had a hankering for Holy Grail Donuts. If you've never been,…read moreyou're missing out. I don't really have a sweet tooth-I'm a no icing, no frosting kind of girl. I wouldn't dream of eating a cinnamon roll with icing, that's a no for me. But their donuts are delicious all the same and can definitely scratch the itch if you do have a sweet tooth. As someone who's vegan, it can be hard to find a dessert I actually feel good about, and this is one of those places. Everything is taro-based and cooked in coconut oil, which I really appreciate. Just a heads up-all of their donuts are taro donuts. The flavors come from the toppings, so if you see something like a strawberry one, the donut itself isn't strawberry--it's the topping. Their offerings change, ( they do have their core donuts that don't change-and I usually go for one "naked"--no glaze. Sometimes I'll get the honey and sea salt one. Right now they have a seasonal donut called Black Sabbath that's black sesame, brûléed banana. Every time I've been in, I'm greeted right away, and there's plenty of free parking. They get your order out super quick. If you don't want a whole donut--or you're eating in your car and don't want to make a mess--their little donuts called Holeys are the perfect pop-in-your-mouth option. The place has always be well kept and clean - and they have a very spacious, and equally as clean, bathroom. They also have an app where you can check the menu, keep track of your rewards, and manage gift cards, which makes it really convenient. Also, if you're not signed up for their rewards program, do it. You're basically passing up free donuts if you don't. Give them a go, share your experience and if your taste buds celebrated. SYOY! Deb B

Whats not to love about this place? Giftable, yummy cookies, candies and the limited edition…read morekulolo mochi brownies. Beautifully boxed-perfect for gifting. And 5 star service- so helpful, knowledgeable and so many lovelies in green ready to assist..shout out to Lynn for all the help and cookie gifting advice!

We enjoy walking into this store and samplings different cookies. The sales associates are always…read morehelpful. Service has never disappointed us. We would like to comment on the Kulolo Mochi Brownie. We don't consider it close to Kulolo. If it's a new item and not selling consider removing it. It's never easy to decide on what to get and take back to our home in the Pacific Northwest. Friendly, knowlegable staff that is always willing to help.

Being this is the only place on island I know of that sells Royce Chocolates from Japan of course…read morethey get 5 stars! The guy helping me was super nice also. They put the chocolate in an insulated sleeve and even include a mini ice packet to ensure safe travels to your destination :) If you have never tried Royce Chocolate's I highly recommend splurging a little. If I recall it was around $18 for one box. These chocolates literally melt in your mouth have the smoothest flavor profile I have ever tasted. I am not really sure how to properly explain Royce chocolate and it's something you just have to eat to find out. I love the dusting of cocoa powder on them as well. My faves are the Champagne and Matcha, so far. I still haven't tried them all.

Tearrific selections of tea…read more.. As a tea lover I was really wanted to give this spot a visit knowing that they have some impressive selection of various teas. I assume the lot right beside the shop is some parking but since I've already secure a parking in the area decided to walk over and is very easy to find on Beachwalk. I was surprised of how small the shop is though there was two tables it was very close together and with already a couple seated with a pot of hot tea I did feel comfortable seating with my simple cup but did manage to browse around the various Royce Chocolates that they have and along with a display case filled with all types of desserts. As I approached the service counter the gentleman was meh and asked about their tea to which he gave me the menu and after a quick glance went with one of their specialties "Cranberry Mist" perhaps with the holidays approaching it sounded festive as it's Ceylon tea and cranberry cocktail...oo! Nothing fancy a tea brewed perfectly paired with the cranberry cocktail to kick it up a notch no garnish nothing exciting but don't get me wrong it was wonderful not too sweet very light and refreshing and just what I needed on this hot afternoon in Waikiki. Thank you!

Kakaako, Honolulu…read more The hype is true. The food is good here and so is the service. Have you become exhausted by mediocre food and high prices? Well, so have I. So we were very pleasantly and happily pleased. Pretty upscale and stylish interior, friendly service, and delicious offerings. Always love handmade pasta cooked to el dente perfection with slow cooked beyond tender beef. The Chicken Parmesan was done in a spatchcock style and not buried in sauce or smothered in cheese... You could really enjoy the crispy breading -crunch, tomato topping and just enough cheese without being overwhelming. The octopus was tender with a light char and we enjoyed the mango Panna cotta with fresh fruit. Their take on the tiramisu was nice,sort of like a fancy candy bar meets cream and wrapped in chocolate. Free parking at Whole Foods or across at the theater... Oh! They get their bread from next door at Dean & Deluca. No wonder I loved the sourdough served with churned butter!

One of the best restaurants we've tried in all of Honolulu…read more Food was fresh, delicious and timely served. Service was excellent. Cocktails were some of the finest I've ever had - and I've had them from all over the world. We'll be back soon. Chef's kiss all around. Bravo!