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    Kilani Bakery

    4.4 (418 reviews)
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    Open • 6:00 am - 3:45 pm

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    Interior
    George S.

    This was a great find on our way to Waimea Valley! We originally planned to stop at Leonard's, but it was way too crowded, so we decided to give this place a try. Turns out, it was an excellent alternative--and there was plenty of parking, which was a nice bonus. I tried the Cream Malasadas, Apple Turnover, and an Azuki Turnover. The Azuki Turnover was excellent--flavorful without being overly sweet. The Apple Turnover was also very good, with a subtle hint of lemon that added a nice touch. The malasadas were light and fluffy, and the pastry cream was a great complement without being too heavy. The ambiance was quaint and cozy. The shop itself is relatively small, and there are no bathrooms available, so keep that in mind. Overall, a definite alternative if you're heading this way and don't want to deal with the crowds at Leonard's. I'd definitely come back the next time I'm in town!

    Cream puff baseball sized.
    Jim C.

    Standing in line, talking to someone ahead of me, she's like trying to remember what she ate the last time so she can get something different this time. Yeah. Everything looks so good and that's how you gotta decide. No bad choices. Only limits are your budget or what you can fit in your tummy. Old school vibe will keep t tyou grounded. Everyone waits patiently, anticipating your next culinary adventure in pastry.

    8" Lemon Merengue Pie.  Look @ the AMAZING merengue!!!
    Robyn N.

    Called to confirm if they had a lemon meringue pie available. Salesperson that answered confirmed they had "lots on hand". When we pulled in, a customer before me also purchased a lemon meringue pie! Their lemon meringue pie is like a "mile high" pie! Their lemon meringue pie is to die for! No other comes close...it's not too sweet, not too tangy, it is just right! And for $17.99 it's a bargain these days! Won't find a better lemon meringue any where else!!!

    The brownie
    Dolan T.

    For years we been going to Kilani Bakery for the delicious desserts for me the brownies I hope they stay open because a lot of the old time restaurants and bakeries are closing that's sad and they can't be replaced. Pies come to think about it I haven't ordered a cake from them for a while maybe the rainbow cake.. but yes if you in Wahiawa you need to get some brownies

    Brownies
    Daisy Z.

    Love coming to Kilani bakery whenever we visit Hawaii. My favorites here are the chantilly cupcakes and the brownies. The cupcakes are very light and the cream filling is to die for! The cupcakes are so light that you barely feel it after eating one - which makes it dangerous as you get fooled into eating more! But no one complains while eating a second! They sell them in a pack of 4 cupcakes. The brownies are soft - almost melt in your mouth- with a nice crunch from the nuts in the powdered sugar on top is just extras!! They have other bakery items like donuts, malasadas, danishes etc It's a local bakery and only opened on Wednesday through Sunday.

    7.18.2025 Glass display
    Ruby S.

    What makes this to go bakery different from others regarding delectable sweets on O'ahu? Stick donuts: Baby size or mini glazed donuts that you're able to pull off from the long skewers. Sweets in increments or mini bites. Chocolate fans can celebrate with chocolate stick donuts and sprinkled chocolate stick donuts. Not pictured. Sweet Potato Turnover: Baked mini shaped empanadas filled with Okinawan sweet potatoes. One of my faves. Not overly sweet. Light in weight. Doesn't crumble all over the place. Azuki Turnover: Baked mini shaped empanadas filled with red azuki beans. Another fave for the same reasons above. Butter Danish: Light custard cream with some glazed sugar on butter roll. Bread Pudding: Thick in height and tasty. If you prefer more traditional eats, there's butter rolls, brownies with powdered sugar, chantilly cupcakes, and ensaymada. I must note that their butter rolls and ensaymada tastes lighter in comparison to other bakeries on O'ahu. Casual ambiance. Prices are color coded. Courteous and thoughtful customer service from the two elderly ladies. Line moved swiftly. Orders packed in a pink box. Cash and cards are accepted. Arrive early for ideal selections. Free parking in the lot and via street.

    Old fashion cake donut
    Mer F.

    Had an appointment in Wahiawa and made a "quick" stop at Kilani Bakery... which turned into a full-on donut moment. I grabbed their old-fashioned cake donut and OH MY GOODNESS--where has this been all my life?! It was huge (like, who needs lunch?) and so dang good. Moist, perfectly sweet, and totally nostalgic. Then I got bold and tried the one with chocolate too--and yup, also a winner. At this point I was basically having a donut tasting party in my car. No regrets. Kilani Bakery, you've officially raised my donut standards. 10/10 would donut again.

    Long johns & cream puffs
    Jo Y.

    Beatrice Takara is the daughter of Chosei Zukeran, who baked bread at the Alexander Young Hotel (Fun Fact: ok, Baby Boomers, who remember the lemon crunch cake from there?), and he was called the "king of the French bread." Chosei went on to be the founder and opened 9th Ave Bakery. She met her husband, Walter Takara when he was baking for her father. Beatrice and Walter Takara opened Kilani Bakery in Wahiawa 66 years ago in Aug 16, 1959, the year when HI became the 50th state. The original site was a 2-story building across from Wahiawa General Hospital, which eventually moved to its current site a block away. Both worked together daily until they were sidelined with health issues. The Takaras' son, 2nd generation son and daughter-in-law, Sidney and Dawn Takara took over 15 years ago and now have their 3rd generation son, Gavin Takara, leading the baking section; and their daughter, Ashley Nelson who helps manage the business, creates new pastries, and decorates cakes. This family-owned bakery's philosophy is to keep it simple and old-school. But sometimes, you have to change with the times. Dawn noted that back then, azuki bean pastries were very popular, but now, the younger generation don't eat it, but instead want the sweet things, like Chantilly and eclairs topped with chocolate. So, azuki pastries are baked only on weekends now. But for the most part, there has been minimal change over the years. Kilani Bakery is known for their iconic brownies, Chantilly pastries, stick donuts, custard pie, and lemon meringue pie. Their extensive dessert offerings include: cookies, donuts, Danishes, malasadas, ensaymadas, long johns, turnovers, pies, bread pudding, chiffon cakes, butter rolls, decorated custom cakes, breads, and more. Go early, as many items sell out quickly. Some of the pastries we've tried include: * Brownies. So addicting, chewy, moist and delicious! They come in 15 rectangular pieces in a plastic see-through container ($12.50) or smaller pieces in a white bag ($9.50). They come with or without walnuts and choc chips and dusted heavily with powdered sugar. A winner! They also have Brownie Bites with Chantilly frosting in the middle, which I have yet to try. * Chocolate-centered glazed donuts. A huge dollop of real chocolate placed on top of the donut. Yes, real chocolate and not choc pudding like other bakeries. * Glazed stick donuts. You don't find stick donuts around anymore, as this is really old-school. Something about eating donuts off of a stick makes it heavenly! * Ensaymada. Topped heavily with butter and sugar, it looks very delicious. However, texture and consistency of the ensaymada somehow is not light and not how I know what an ensaymada should be. I have not tried the lemon meringue pie, but it looks incredible with its sky-high meringue! Hope to get this one day! Staff is very friendly, knowledgeable and efficient with many being long-time employees. They are very welcoming and ready to assist you. The interior is clean and bright, but dated; however, it serves its purpose as an old-school bakery. Display cases appear to be the original ones. Hours of operation are: Wed to Fri 6:00a to 3:45p, Sat/Sun 7:00a to 3:45p, Mon/Tues closed. Kiliani Bakery is located in the heart of Wahiawa on Kilani Ave. They have free parking in their private parking lot on the side of the building, but sometimes it gets crowded during peak times. They participate in the Five Stars Program where you earn 1 point for every $1 spent that can be used as discounts on future purchases. Be sure to sign up! Because I live so far away, I always make it a point to stop at Kilani Bakery for a special treat when I'm in Wahiawa. This bakery will certainly be part of the old school nostalgia remembrances. Support local!

    Claire H.

    Kilani Bakery in Wahiawa has the best brownies !! They have excellent customer service!!

    Jessica R.

    Okay like of course we are going to start with their BROWNIES!!!! That is all I come here for lol it's the best brownies I've had. So soft and they put peanuts in it? Yes please! They also have reg without. But wait it's not over, they have brownie bites with a chantilly frosting in the middle. So so good!!! They of course have donuts because they are a regular bakery but they are known for their brownies. The service is good. Aunty is super nice. The store is not that big so I would just buy and eat your goodies elsewhere. Every single time I'm in Wahiawā I have to make a stop!

    Brownie bites
    Kainani K.

    I came here for the brownie bites and they did not disappoint! The brownie bites came in a cup and had a dollop of Chantilly on top, and a chocolate mousse and sprinkles in the middle. It was definitely tasty!

    Sean Y.

    Expensive. Maybe it's because I didn't grow up eating it, but it's not for me. Quick service and my employees liked it. That's all that matters.

    Dan A.

    I don't get out to Wahiawa often, so Kilani Bakery is not an establishment that I frequent. Their reputation precedes them which is why I went today...helps that they are one of the few small, local bakeries open on Christmas. They are on Kilani Avenue, off of Kamehameha Highway. Dedicated parking lot has a dozen stalls. They are known for their brownies (and I do recall enjoying them very much around the pandemic) but today, I picked up a Pumpkin Custard Pie, which was excellent not eggscellent...sometimes the custard has a pronounced egg flavor. Chocolate Haupia Cake is tempting...for another time.

    Custard pie!!!!

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