CANNOT STOP EATING HAUPIA FILLED MALASADAS. I have a serious addiction. Perfect amount of haupia. Perfect amount of sugar. Perfectly warm. Just so PERFECT. Whether it's for breakfast or dessert, or even brunch, lunch, or dinner (I won't judge. Really.), Leonard's is a MUST HAVE. read more

Could not make a trip to Oahu without stoping at Leonard's. Luckily they have a mobile site in Waipahu not far from Aulani where we stayed. The hot malasadas were amazing! read more

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What is a trip to Oahu without a visit to Leonard's. It gets busy and will always be busy, but worth it :-) Thanks.

Whenever I am coming home late from work and take the #7 Waikele off ramp, I see the Leonard's Malasadamobile Wagon lights on. I try to resist the urge to turn up the hill towards the lights but its 50/50 if I am successful. It is a nice spot to pick up some fresh hot desserts and parking is so easy compared to the Kapahulu store. There are always a lot of customers so the malasadas keep moving and are fresh. By the time I get into my car at least one of them are gone. read more

Malasadas at the store is much better than the wagon. It's slightly 'doughier' but still good. The cinnamon one is the best.

If you want the worlds slowest service for the best malasada on the island go here. The service is terrible. But the product doesn't lie. Delicious If you have 30 minutes to spend in a line. read more

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Leonard's Malasada Wagon in Waikele They have a variety of malasada's you can choose from, but my family and I love to order the plain ones. They're always hot and fresh too. Once you get them, you can feel how fresh they are just from the bag! My family and I have never had a bad encounter, it's always been satisfying to our taste buds. The malasadas are hot and sugar coated it's just a wonderful, delicious experience. If you're ever in Waikele, be sure to check out Leonard's Wagon in front of K-Mart! read more

Always stop by the Leonard's food truck near the Pearl ridge Sears parking because it's very convenient. Lot's of parking and service is fast. Not that crowded. read more

Holy mother, this place is a freaking revelation. After today, I am seriously considering opening one of these back home in Vancouver. I thought I knew my doughnuts but these are nothing like I have ever had before. I don't come to Hawaii for the food, I have never had anything here that I was excited about until now. My favourite was the li hung power ones, tart, salty and sweet, just perfect. They were piping hot and melted in my mouth. I could totally see myself eating a half dozen of them no problem. We got there just before 10 am and there was no line. I hear that there usually is one and my husband said it was twenty people deep when he drove past it yesterday at 1 pm. The best ever for just over a buck with a smiling service. Those four dollar donuts in Vancity look even less palatable now. read more

If you ask me, this is strategic genius to get your delicious pastry out to the other side of the island... or more like the middle. Just like the mini store in Pearl City and the flagship in Kapahulu as well as the mobile truck, Leonard's is hooking it up across the island with fresh and hot malasadas. $10.05 for a box of 12, I stopped by before work and made every secretary fall in love with me all over again. You can't go wrong with these local favorites, and even in this tiny wagon - they're hot and fresh like they should be. Cash only. read more

Good morning, Mr. Leonard. I would like to know if you have any job openings available. I am a fast learner and I have experience in the food service industry. I can work in close-knit quarters with minimal ventilation areas. I would like to be a vital team member in your company. Might I suggest implementing a stamp card for loyal customers? If you are not accepting applications at this time, I am willing to work for free. For free malasadas! Mahalo! read more

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You cannot go to Hawaii and not get malasadas!! Leonards is the best!! Made fresh and they're warm and ooh so good. We always get a mixed box and the haupia filled are my favorite! read more

First time and not last time I plan to visit this place. I can see why there is a line to wait. The hot malasadas were delicious! Dangerously good lol read more

I love me Leonard's Malasadas any dayyyy. Yummy&Cheap! Plus this mobile is always in the Waikele Shopping Complex, I make a pittstop everytime. I'm such a fatty fat head! LOL I like the malasadas with the chocolate inside. YUM:) read more

OMG the best Yessa Blessa I could come here every night For dessert Ohhhh yuuuup The best The best Mmmmm Mmmmm Mmmm read more

"Because I was picking up piping hot malasadas for everyone!" was the best excuse I've ever had for being late to work. I don't typically boast about my tardiness, but these are worth the wait. A dozen or two malasadas are the sincerest form of flattery, blackmail, sucking-up... whatever plan you have in mind, make sure it involves Leonard's pink box. The staff here is incredibly friendly and churn out the delectable fried dough balls in little time. You'll spend most of your visit waiting in line (it can go from completely desolate to a hefty crowd in seconds) or scarfing down a few before you can even make it back to your car. Located next to Bank of Hawaii, across from KMart. read more

World famous, pink box, Leonard's. Lives up to it's reputation. Perfectly crispy on the outside, so soft and tender on the inside. Not too sweet at all, despite the outside sugar coating. There was a line both times we went but it didn't take long at all! We accidentally came 30min before closing and ordered TWO DOZEN malasadas. But the workers were sooo very nice about it all, we felt absolutely terrible! But we had stopped by to pick some up to take back to the mainland because everyone LOVES Leonard's! read more

Oh so delish...perfect little stop after finishing up some shopping. Warm malasadas, basic or filled, so addictive! Perfect little treat but cannot make a habit out of it. Dangerous!! Service was fast even with the line. read more

Located in the parking lot of the Waikele K-Mart, this little red & white wagon is strategically located for west side morning commuters. You are one freeway exit away from the deep-fried, sugary goodness that Leonard's always delivers. The line and wait can be a bit long, but let's face it...who doesn't love hot and fresh malasadas right out of the fryer? So it's totally worth it. Cash only, but not to worry, there's a Bank of Hawaii right next door with a handy ATM :) read more

The best malasadas in Hawaii, no doubt about it. Super fast getting orders ready and the Malasadas were amazing. Very light and airy, with plenty of sugar. We got a dozen sugar and I got a chocolate filled. Both were super delicious! A must-stop. read more

Always top bakery items. The malasadas do not disappoint. The recipe has been the same for so many years and it is perfection every time!

Who doesn't love malasadas? If you don't I am classifying you as crazy. Just saying. We usually get our malasadas from here just because it is closer to our home and keeps us from having to go into town. They are just as tasty! The only downfall is you can't get the monthly flavors at this one. Honestly though, it doesn't bother me since custard is my favorite and you can get that at the wagon! Overall -- yum, yum, yum! We take any out of state visitors here to try out malasadas. If you are visiting - you can't leave without a malasada! read more

Ooooo yah!!! Just as good as the store. Good call on making a truck!!! Can't go wrong with a fresh malasada any time of the day! Get dat in mah belly!! read more

Can't believe it's a Leonard's establishment. Had a batch that was totally undercooked...was gooey in the middle. read more

These were the first malasadas i've ever had, so i don't have a lot to compare to. That being said, these things are AMAZING when they're hot out of the fryer. We ordered too many to eat immediately and threw the extras into the fridge to eat the next morning. I would not advise this as they got soggy. Buy them and eat them in your car right away! read more

Hands down these are the best malasadas. We got the guava and the macadamia and both are delicious. They make these to order so everything is hot and fresh. I would definitely go back and also recommend this place to others. We've tried other malasadas and nothing compares to these. The filling is just so good and the dough is nice and airy. read more

I love their malasadas but today their wait was ridiculous. They also completed an order before mines. I heard his order and it was comparable to mines. I had to bring it to their attention, they didn't seem to care. If you have a number system go in the order you give. Yes, as customers wait for food they are aware of what others order and they know who comes before and after us. I suggest this wagon become more efficient in both the kitchen and at the register. read more

Always go to the truck. Shorter lines, less fobs taking selfies with their malasadas, and you can have a quiet moment by yourself...in your car...and be inappropriate with your donuts. I'm pretty much an original and cinnamon type of guy now. I used to always get the haupia, but a friend once told me that it looks like someone jizzed in my donut. read more

Try before you buy...that's all I can say. Although they're not into the practice of giving free samples, you may want to purchase one malasada before purchasing a dozen. I've been to this malasadamobile many times and I've had no problems in the past. However, on one particular Sunday (July 18th) the malasadas tasted of rancid oil. Luckily, I had purchased just a few to go with my coffee. I didn't try the malasada until I was many miles away, but when I did I thought about all those people who were in line, probably buying malasadas for their friends and family, and how disappointed they all must have been. Again, this is the only bad experience I've had with this place, but it was probably avoidable on the business' part. I really don't like the idea of giving this place two stars, but it is what it is. read more

I like my Malasadas regular and basic. Not fond of the fillings. With that said... can't compare Leonard's with others. This is good! So, after stopping here, run to the nearest Starbucks a few yards away and just enjoy! read more

When you know the malasada is good and the guy you talk to is super cool that's a bonus because its hot in there and he still smilin. read more

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Initially this wagon was a bit hard to find, being a tourist. It's not on the Waikele Premium Outlet side, but across the road in the Waikele Center between Kmart and Old Navy. It's served hot and very delicious. Maybe being Asian I found the malasadas with filling too much/sweet, enjoyed the non filled ones more. Definite must try!! read more

My new addiction. Do your ship to Ohio? I'm planning my next vacation around Malasadas. read more

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Got 2 of each flavor and good thing because these are delicious! I think the li hing is my favorite! read more

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Just the best donuts around. Waited on line for about 5 mins, then another 5 for my order. I got the traditional with cinnamon sugar - hot, fresh and tasty. read more

I told myself I wasn't going to leave Hawaii without trying this place! I ordered every flavor they have but a bit disappointed i guess its another hype! But no regrets! Just was expecting a little bit more! read more

Love this place living in central oahu this has made it so easy to visit leonards instead of driving to town just to get these . Hit or miss on the wait . Good customer service . read more

This Leonard's food truck is conveniently located near home. Parking is abundant and although the line can be long, the wait isn't too long due to fast service. I like to get original and cinnamon, and I try to stay away from the filled ones because malasadas are already a messy dessert. Malasadas are perfect for potlucks or a grab on-the-go snack for the next around the island adventure. read more

I'm going to write my review based off the food, and NOT the service, because it was poor to fair on a best day. First off, my buddy and I were traveling around and saw a line out the door for Leonard's Bakery every time we went passed so we decided to see what the buzz was about. Leonard's has been making Malasadas forever, and to me their puffs (creme filled) taste the best! They are basically a jelly doughnut from back home but are filled with island flavors; guava, macadamia, haupia (coconut), etc. They are always piping hot and go great with ice cream. The prices are incredibly reasonable, $1.60 for a puff. Two fills me up. I had some malasadas on the mainland from a hawaiian food place and they did not do malasadas justice. Leonard's were large, fluffy, piping hot, and delicious. The location is at a busy corner and there is parking for 10-15 cars. It is often quite busy, but there is a lot of in and out traffic. We were lucky with parking several times. Once we showed up and there were only 3-4 cars in the lot. We ordered and then just then the entire lot filled up. The busy-ness of this place will vary a lot, so plan on extra time just in case it's needed. And if not needed, a short wait and open parking is a pleasant surprise. My main complaints with the place is how the register people tend to ignore the fact they have fulfilled orders right beside them yet they continue taking more orders and let people pile up inside and outside. One time our order was sitting on the counter right next to the register chick for 5 minutes. Literally all the lady had to do was reach over with her arm, pick it up, and hand it to us over the counter. A 5 second action, yet she made us wait 5 minutes for no reason because she kept taking orders, letting the waiting area fill up, instead of giving orders out to empty it. I figured they are on island time, but come on.. that's a bit too inattentive. We finally got tired of waiting and went up to politely ask if our order was up and she gave it to us, after making us wait for no reason. The management here really needs to let its' employee knows, while orders are a priority, don't let people build up waiting on orders that are ready to go. Many people (like us) choose to go outside and wait, and that's fine, but management doesn't have a loudspeaker out there to call your order, and the register people don't go out to call your order either. So if you politely go outside to wait you still have to end up coming back inside to check on your order and crowd the waiting area. It is a very clumsy and inefficient way to handle such a small (for the customer) location. They also put the napkins behind a bunch of stuff as if they are too cheap to offer napkins to their customers. I had some people bump and shove me to get napkins before I found out they were hidden to the left. At least the people were polite and said sorry. It's more polite to say 'excuse me' and give you a chance to move before shoving you. This whole order-pickup-waiting situation is probably so much of a clusterfudge for so long that most people are just use to it and shove their way through. There are some benches outside but they are often full, don't expect to eat your treats on site. We usually get them to go and eat at home with ice cream. read more

Still tastes the same as small kid time. Im not a huge fan of the malasadas with the fillings (chocolate, haupia, custard etc) but that's just me. My little sister took me here on this past trip home & there was a long line but well worth it. I had 3 hours until I had to be at the airport & we had went to the beach that day & hit up kmart for a few items lol. My mom packed me some goodies for my carry on including the malasadas we had bought :) Anywho, i still love the Leonards Malasadas. Still so 'ONO! :) read more