I've been wanting to come here for months! I finally had the opportunity to! I'm so happy I did!…read moreThere was so much to choose from-pastries and drinks! My hubby missed out! Great excuse to go again! There was a line, but it moved quickly. You could tell which items were popular cuz their spot was empty. However, they were quickly replaced. Everything was delicious!!! I did bring some items to share with coworkers. I bought my breakfast and lunch from this quaint bakery. It took me back to my visit to Japan! Loved it! Will definitely be back!!!

I needed to occupy myself after I dropped hubs off for his first cataract surgery…read more After doing some retail therapy at NR I had half an hour to spare. Hubs had to fast from 6 am for his 2 pm surgery so I thought he would probably be starving and would enjoy a delectable salt and butter roll from here. At $4.50 a piece I consider this a luxury for us. I found a close stall in the parking structure. A very cheerful polite male employee took my order. I had seen two occupied tables as I walked into the shop. Both had matcha drinks. Why not? I asked the young man assisting me, what's the best matcha drink? He said his favorite was banana matcha with extra banana foam. Okay I'll try it. He repeated it to the cashier. So popular there was a wait for beverages to be prepared. Soon enough mine was ready. I think Doc would enjoy this drink. This shop is a working bakery. Many yummy pastries displayed. Menu is posted high up above to choose from. Rather tiny shop with room for customers to stand in line to order and wait for drinks. Clean, busy with a few tables and chairs outside but pretty much in direct sun.

Delicious!!!! An absolute must if you're visiting Oahu!…read more We ordered the cinnamon & guava. Top tier!

09.02.26 @ Once…read morethere, you walk inside choose, paid, get your receipt and go back outside wait for you number to be call. Much people waiting for theirs order. We ordered a dozen one of each flavor. It was okay, not too or overly sweet even though it's coated in sugar. It gets boring all 12 donuts is coated the same way.

The food here at Liliha Bakery was delicious! My family and I went for the first time on our trip…read morethere in June. We all got something different to eat, and shared a little bit to taste. We also got a few desserts to bring back home with us. I will be going back here on our next trip to Hawaii!

This place deserves nothing but 5 stars!! I think it was the best pancakes I've ever had. The…read morefrench toast, garlic fried rice, and of course the buttered rolls were all to die for as well. The curry was alright. The prices are great, I felt like they deserved to make what they were charging. There is plenty of parking. This is a bakery so you can just take a pastry to go or you can wait to sit down at the counter and order food to eat there. I'd definitely recommend doing both. If you go during off times you'll have a better chance of not needing to wait for a seat. Come here for the pancakes!!

Shop is local favorite! No frills, but the ladies are super sweet and ready to fill up your order…read more Go early for the wide selection. So many yummy choices. Favorites: banana fritters, glazed cinnamon rolls & the orange and strawberry malasada's! So many things to try, and I have no self control I end up with a box filled with goodies when I go, after telling myself just 3-4 items. Have fun and go get something yummy!

Banana fritter was yummy but the chocolate donut melted in a hot humid day…read more Don't buy a chocolate on unless you decide to eat it right away.

POV: You're on Vacation in Hawaii... So Naturally, You Need to Try the Coffee 3 Times…read more Hubby--and especially HUBBY --is a huge espresso/coffee person, so wherever we travel, exploring coffee shops is basically part of the itinerary. Me? I'm not nearly as obsessed... but I'm slowly becoming a latte girly, especially when it's smooth, creamy, and not overly sweet. So tell me WHY we were only in Hawaii for four days and somehow ended up here THREE TIMES?! I'm combining all three visits into one review because clearly we had some things to say! Location: If you're staying at the Sheraton Waikiki, this spot is only about a 6-minute walk, which made it way too convenient for us. WAIT TIMES: This is IMPORTANT! Our first two visits were around 12:30 PM, and the wait was actually pretty reasonable--around 15-25 minutes. Then we decided to be smart and come EARLY on our last day because they open around 5 AM. We arrived at 7 AM thinking, "Look at us beating the crowd!" WRONG. There were easily 50+ people ahead of us, and it took around 1 hour and 10 minutes before we finally got our order. So yes... apparently coming early does NOT mean you're beating the crowd here. If anything, the morning rush is WILD. Black Sesame Latte -- 9/10 | ~$7 THIS. WAS. DIVINE. I ended up getting the Black Sesame Latte on two of our visits, and I absolutely loved it. The latte was so beautifully made--smooth, creamy, and balanced with that subtle black sesame flavor underneath. It wasn't aggressively sweet, which is exactly what I'm starting to appreciate in a good latte. That little hint of nuttiness from the black sesame with the espresso? SO GOOD. Hubby approved, coffee girly approved. Honey Latte -- 6/10 | ~$7 I really wanted to love this one, but the honey flavor was WAY too subtle for me. I was expecting a little more of that natural honey sweetness, but it honestly got lost in the latte for me. It wasn't bad, just not my favorite--and I probably wouldn't order it again. Black Sesame Croissant -- 9/10 | ~$7 OH. MY. GOODNESS. This little croissant was SO GOOD and paired perfectly with the Black Sesame Latte. Flaky, buttery, delicious, with that black sesame flavor tying everything together. Honestly, the combination of the Black Sesame Latte + Black Sesame Croissant was my favorite order of the entire trip. And now I'm sitting here wishing this spot was in California because I would absolutely be back. Overall, this became one of those unexpected Hawaii spots that I know I'll think about once I'm back home. Word of advice: If you're planning to visit, definitely be prepared for a wait. The line can get CRAZY, especially in the morning. Was the coffee worth it? Absolutely. Would I wait 1 hour and 10 minutes again? Probably not. I'd come back at a different time, preferably when the line isn't looking like a Disney attraction. Three visits in four days says enough. Happy Drinks & Happy Eats!

Kona Coffee Purveyors is a popular tourist definition for coffee enthusiasts and bandwagoners…read morealike. Even at 8 AM on a weekday, the line was out the door. However, the staff moved pretty quickly, and I'm surprisingly good at zoning out, so the wait didn't feel too bad to me. If you know you're buying a bag of beans, you can skip the long line and go straight to the back. You can also order pastries and drinks along with your beans. Before you make your coffee order, you have to go through the pastry section first, where they partner with the iconic SF bakery B. Patisserie! They have a wide selection of pastries that looked super yummy, but also pretty dense. I didn't want to kill my stomach first thing in the morning, so I only got one before I made my way over to order drinks. BLACK SESAME KOUIGN AMANN - 7.50 I loved the crunch from every bite, with the black sesame paste delicately layered throughout. It was a bit too greasy and sweet for my liking, but overall, a solid pastry that is well-loved by many. ICED POUR OVER - 12 + Kona Hualalai (notes: plum, hibiscus, and caramel) Very mellow and smooth. This was the lightest roast they had, which they described as a medium-light. If you're looking for something bright and juicy, I don't think you can find it in Kona beans. It was pricy, but I'm glad I got to try it. If anything, I preferred their pastries over the coffee. Still, if you're a coffee fan and especially if you want to try Kona beans, make sure to get up early and stop by. I also got to sample some of their drip coffee with my friend and try their current selection, which was a fun way to compare the different beans before making a purchase.

It's pretty nostalgic when you are able to take your baby to one of your favorite bakeries growing…read moreup I remember growing up and coming here with my mom to pick up an assortment of things. She would sometimes have ham rolls and raisin breadsticks waiting for us afterschool. My coworker said they have the best croissants on island. They are indeed very similar to those I've had in Paris. My favorites from Epi-Ya? The custard pudding! While plentiful in Tokyo, not very many establishments will make or sell custard pudding. Because of this, I would get one almost everyday when visiting Japan The bread is baked fresh daily and everything is much lower in price (compared to other bakeries) It's always busy, so that just goes to show that the community also enjoys this beloved patisserie. Thanks for reading my reviews! Let me know what I should try next!

I love the baked goods here! My favorites are definitely the onion bread and the ham and cheese…read morebread. They have a really good selection of savory breads, so this is a great spot if you prefer savory over sweet. There aren't as many sweet options though. It's also such an easy and quick grab-and-go bakery when you want something tasty without having to wait around.

STILL MY FAVORITE LOCAL-STYLE DIM SUM (MANAPUA) PLACE !!!…read more I don't think you'll go wrong ordering anything here. Try their Mai Tai Siu and Char Siu Siu. Did a DoorDash order and everything went smoothly.

The service quality is inconsistent and fluctuates significantly depending on the staff member on…read moreduty. My recent attempt to purchase two coconut wedding cakes was met with confusion regarding pricing structures, which lacked clear justification. Such attention to detail is critical for business longevity. While I generally enjoy the dim sum, the product quality is inconsistent, particularly regarding the filling portions in the manapua. Maintaining uniformity in both product standards and service delivery is essential for professional operations. Furthermore, I have repeatedly encountered a specific staff member whose demeanor is confrontational. Having observed other patrons actively seeking alternative assistance, I now understand the necessity of doing the same.

So far I've only tried the breakfast items here a few times. The breakfast sandwich is different…read morebut good. I think the meat changes but it's usually some slice of meat rather than a sausage or bacon and there's also cooked greens on there that are a little different. The croissant items I've had have all been really good. Today I tried the quiche and it was very good and had a really tasty croissant crust. The egg and ricotta in there was really creamy and custard like. Mushrooms were good but I wonder if this would be even better with Hamakua mushrooms? It would mesh well with their use of local ingredients. The one negative is that the $3.75 coffee was TINY. Granted if you eat there I think you can refill it but kind of a rip off if you're getting things to go. The meat is all pretty pricy but it's local stuff so that's cool. There's also some unique things that you probably can't find elsewhere. I was excited to see venison pastrami and venison liver mousse. Hoping to try some of that stuff soon!

My friend has me loving these pastries from local general store. I have been horrible with taking…read morepics but got to eat more of their delicious baked goods. Since it was their anniversary on Sunday, also got their celebratory funfetti cupcake which also like their baked goods did not disappoint. The croissant base of many of their pastries is flaky. When fresh it crunches with every bite that you take. This time around we had the cinnamon roll, mango danish which had a chocolate mochi filling, and their char siu bun. It's such a neat take to have char siu in a croissant. We are used to having it in the doughy bao bread but in a croissant, savory with a crunchy outside tastes so much better. I love sweet but this one wasn't overly sweet, who would have thought that mango and chocolate pair so well together. It's the summer months, fresh mango on pastries. It was the perfect ripeness. For the cinnamon roll, you honestly cannot forget get their cinnamon roll...It's flaky and again the frosting is not overly sweet. Can't wait to get another box of their pastries again soon.

I love Pipeline Bakeshops Malasadas! I have been to several Malasada places in Hawaii but | love…read morethere's the best for the following reasons: 1. the size of the malasadas: some restaurants tend to make their Malasadas smaller and when places do this it ruins the overall texture and quality of it. The bigger the malasadas size the more airy and fluffy and more bread layers that will be inside. 2. their malasadas always taste fresh and the same quality each time. 3. their malasadas don't feel oily or heavy at all Overall I would highly recommend this place for their Malasadas! I'm so happy to have found them. I can back multiple times on my trip. They also have other desserts too that I have yet to try. They have ice cream, cakes, and other desserts Also tip: if you are ordering a malasada also order a coffee or a matcha drink to go with it. The cinnamon sugar from the malasada just matches so perfectly with a drink this restaurant is also a nice place for walking! There's lot of stores and restaurants to walk around! I'm trying to remember but I think there was a book off that was not too far from here! If you either drive or maybe walk. Service: staff was super helpful and friendly while I was there. I was having an issue with my online order because my phone was being glitchy and they were so nice in helping :) Also wanted to note their branding is so cute!! They even sell merch items too

Review only based on the Malasadas. They are made to order so they come out fresh. They do not…read morecontain any fillings, so if you are looking for something Leonard's you may be disappointed. Haven't tried their other offerings, but will do so next time. Good location in Kaimuki, around other shops and restaurants. It is clean and bright inside. There isn't really anywhere to sit in the shop to eat, so you'll have to take it to go.

I had the best mushroom omelette here it is soo good and cheesy , Must try!!…read more We also had the mahi mahi sandwich it was busy with many components that you can barely taste the fish yet is good. Brewed coffee was great not sour not bold very smooth. They give you complimentary toasted Hawaiian bread and home made jam which is lovely. We also picked some Chou buns and cranberry scones to go from the front which were so yummy. There are many seatings in and out and the service is friendly and fast.

One thing to note is that they don't really have any kid-friendly options on the menu, so there…read moreweren't many choices for children. The food was pretty good overall, and the sweet complimentary bread was delicious! The Hawaiian plate was definitely the best, and the hamburger was really good too. The pancakes were alright but a little dry. The loco moco was okay, but a bit too salty for my taste. I also felt like it could have had more protein and less rice. We were visiting Hawaii from California and were excited to try this place for the first time. Unfortunately, our server wasn't very friendly and seemed a little annoyed when I mentioned that it was our first time visiting and that we were from California. It would have been nice to have a warmer, more welcoming experience. Overall, the food had some definite highlights, especially the Hawaiian BLT plate and hamburger, but the service could have been better.