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    Liliha Bakery

    3.7 (2.4k reviews)
    Closed 6:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Casual
    Good for groups

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    Jasmine G.

    We were greeted right away by the manager upon checking in. I checked into their kiosk and received a welcome text message. At the end of our lunch, we went to the bakery. I always enjoy browsing through the different types of pastries available. I highly recommend their raspberry jam. It is AMAZING! I always look forward to enjoying the complimentary butter roll and jam when dining in here. To me, It's the star of show. I've gone to Liliha Bakery probably four times now so the verdict is that I definitely love the place, I look forward to my next visit and I'm already dreaming of my next taste of their raspberry jam...

    Mushroom Chicken
    Charlyn I.

    Decided to have my bday dinner at Liliha Bakery on Nimitz tonight since I knew I wanted to pickup a custard pie anyway. It was a good decision. I had the Mushroom Chicken, brown gravy and loads of fresh sliced mushrooms. Very happy with my selection. Hubby had the prime rib, medium rare and it was perfect! Shout out to the delicious potato/Mac salad and of course the jelly and butter rolls. . [[HIGHLIGHT]]We were seated on the riser section on top behind the bakery, nice and relaxing.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Tables are nicely spaced, clean and not too loud chattering.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] There are also counter seats like the original bakery in Liliha. Bakery has a good array of pastries with a good supply of their famous Cocoa Puffs. We had an early dinner at 5:45 so there was good enough parking right in front. Parking can get crowded when busy but I think I saw an overflow parking in the shop next door.

    Corned beef hash and eggs
    Suanne K.

    Breakfast is served all day! If you ever want to eat breakfast for dinner, this is the place to go. Service was quick, we were seated immediately, no reservations needed. Parking is limited, but shared with the steak place next door, so if you drive around the lot, something might open up. They do take out too, so easy to get your food to go too. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Nice seating area, casual with clean restrooms.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Pick up a dessert on the way out of you're too full. Nice portion sizes, you won't be disappointed. Prices average $21/plate.

    Breakfast
    Monty H.

    Great breakfast, the new pork loco moco was great as was the French toast. Bakery section also had some amazing looking sweets. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Definitely a popular spot, fills up quick even though there's plenty of seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Point donut. On point!
    Ivy C.

    Yea it's super touristy and commercialized but if you don't have to go out of your way, it's worth trying their malasadas, butter rolls and Dubai cream puffs. The food is way better at Guieb Cafe a mile away, and baked goods - namely malasadas are way better at Leonard's Bakery.

    Menu 1/26
    Katherine A.

    Liliha Bakery is popular, even iconic, among local Hawaiians. I learned of the cafe from my Hawaiian Yelp friends. This Hawaiian owned bakery is awesome with a colorful selection of donuts and pastries that is breathtaking. My daughter says the Coco Puffs are a popular treat that people bring to work to share with coworkers. Coco Puffs are chocolate filled cream puffs topped with a butterscotch cream. Yes, I tried one, and it was sweet and delicious. We had Sunday brunch at the cafe. The place was busy when we arrived and I easily checked in at the self check in stand. We were seated in about ten minutes. The menu is filled with Hawaiian favorites as well as traditional breakfast and lunch items. I was a bit disappointed that there was no kid's menu for my granddaughter. We ended up buying her an adult pancake breakfast, which she only nibbled on. I had the Grilled Shrimp plate. The shrimp were huge and very good, but very difficult to peel. Their shrimp stuck to the shell as I cleaned them. While I liked my meal, I probably wouldn't get it again because of the difficulty peeling the shrimp. Their famous potato Mac salad is very good (a decadent feast of carbs) that I enjoyed. I had the multigrain rice, which was a hearty blend of grains and beans. The side of roasted corn was delicious. My daughter had the Country Omelette with bacon and cheese. She substituted a side salad for toast. She enjoyed her meal. Rhizza, our server, was friendly and attentive. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have clean and modern restrooms and a private parking lot.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We picked up assorted baked goods to take home, of course. I don't know how anyone could pass those fabulous pastries.

    Locomoco
    David M.

    Was never a fan of their original location/food. But this place is much better. Don't know if it's just the setting or... Food was delicious. Staff was friendly and courteous. Easy parking in front.

    Lynn L.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]First impression, I thought the location was kinda hidden and small. But when you enter inside, it's actually huge![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have the bakery, sit down restaursnt area, and an open kitchen.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We came around 4PM and were surprised it was almost empty (but slowly it did get busier).[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our food came with complimentary bread with guava sauce. It was really good! The bread is toasted, crispy, and buttery. Everyone in my party enjoyed it. We did not expect our food items to come in really large portions. I loved the chicken karaage! The batter was light and crispy with great flavors and had a yummy sauce drizzled on top. It also came with a scoop of rice, buttered corn, and Mac salad. Mac salad was delicious! Prime rib sandwich came with salad and au jus sauce and a side of salad. It's good but also very filling. I didn't try the burger or teriyaki chicken but was told both were delicious. After dinner, we ordered a few items from the bakery to eat on the plane. You have to take a number and wait for them to call it. I got 2 kouign Amannn, 2 Dubai coco puff, and half dozen green tea puff. The kouign amann is a circular croissant. I liked that it was soft and flaky and had a sweet, crispy glaze over it. The Dubai coco puff had a strong pistachio crunchy flavor but I thought it was way too sweet for me personally. The Star of the show are the green tea cream puffs! I would come back to just order that! The top filling tasted like a thick creamy brown butter green tea-flavored icing. The filling inside doesn't taste like brown butter and less thick but still really good. Overall, they had really good food and items from the bakery. Highly recommend the infamous green tea cream and chicken karaage dish! Customer service was quick and professional though I felt like our server wasn't that friendly lol. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant was very clean and had plenty of seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Potato Mac Salad w/ Burger

    One of my favorite places to go to. The atmosphere is amazing, comfortable, and service is great. I usually get a Loco Moco w/ Over Easy egg and it hits everytime, but recently I've been trying new items and it's ALL been delicious. I just love the affordability and consistency they always have here.

    Famous grilled butter rolls
    Deborah P.

    Update on this Liliha location 11-6-25. I decided to come here for a one stop shop breakfast and buying a bday cake. Well got seated right away but now to get serve we had water and menus but the server didn't come till about I would say 20 mins or so.but I must agree like short staff and people don't want to work if it's their 2nd job When the server came brought our famous grilled butter rolls and no where in sight after. When she finally came took our order and we waited another 10 mins or so for our food. We ate and left. So to the bakery now I wanted a dream cake and the counter person said sorry no cakes we have no decorator over here and we waiting for the cakes to come in from another bakery. It's was their main store Kuakini store where they have to get the cakes from. Oh well it is what it is. Well I guess the next time pearl highlands for breakfast or lunch.

    Prime rib French dunk
    Hailley O.

    I've been to Liliha Bakery a handful of times and it's a great spot for comfort food! During my recent visit, we ordered the prime rib French dunk and the mac nut waffle and chicken karaage. Both dishes were pretty good! The prime rib French dunk came on a nice croissant bread and the meat was tender. The Mac nut waffle was sweet and yummy with tasty fried chicken karaage. We also added on a clam chowder to make it a combo with the sandwich and that was pretty good as well. The prices are a bit high and I do feel like the portions could be a bit bigger. But overall, still a nice place to eat with great food and a lot of options to choose from on the menu!

    Original cream puff, Poi Donut, and Chocolate Eclair
    Danielle P.

    Classic Oahu stop! My cousins brought us here several years ago for brunch and their cream puffs, so we had to come back for a late night sweet treat. We got their original cream puffs, poi donut, and chocolate banana cream pie. Their original cream puff comes with the standard vanilla custard filling. Theirs is not super sweet and the puff itself is so airy and light. Very addicting... Their poi donut surprised me and I ended up loving it more than I thought. Poi is a Hawaiian staple -- pounded taro root with a mild sweet flavor. But, the last time I had it, it was pretty tasteless and cold so I wasn't a huge fan. Nevertheless, this bakery did it justice with a mochi texture and yummy vanilla sugary glaze! Wish I bought a dozen of these. Their "chocolate" banana pie entails more of having a chocolate lined crust and then it's just a banana cream pie. It was delightful and had right amount of sweetness / creaminess. The crust was perfectly flaky and yummy. One note I will say is they don't offer slices of their pies and the worker helping us didn't seem pleased that we were ordering? Maybe just a rough day but it was kind of an off putting experience if this was your first time. Still coming back here though! #loveuliliha

    Loco moco fried rice
    Tiffany H.

    My family and I frequently go to their bakery for their cream puffs and baked goods. This is my first time eating breakfast at this location. I have been to their original location. This one has a lot more seating and is a nice establishment. Unfortunately, do they do not take any reservations. We had a party of 10 but our wait was only 30 minutes which was great. Portion sizes are decent. The food is flavorful and everybody loved what they order. Local moco is always a favorite. We also enjoy their mahi-mahi and their smoked pork belly.

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    Ate there twice in one trip. Great food with reasonable prices. Wonderful staff and service. Don't have a favorite as it's all good.

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    Ask the Community - Liliha Bakery

    How's the chocolate dobash cake? Is it better than the banana Chantilly cake?

    What's the newest update for taking reservations?

    I just tried to make reservations at the Nimitz location, and they do NOT take reservations.

    Do they serve, gluten-free pancakes, waffles, or gluten-free French toast?? also, does the bakery have any gluten-free pastries?

    I've eaten at Liliha Bakery many times and really enjoy their food. However, I've never looked at the menu looking for gluten-free pancakes or pastries. There are many dishes that wouldn't gluten but it's eggs, rice, and meats. All good. Good luck

    Are service animals allowed?

    Yes real service animals are allowed. Be aware that Hawaii has strict laws against those that abuse the law. In other words if anyone other than the owner can pet the dog it's not a real service dog.

    Is there indoor seating?

    Yes

    Is breakfast served all day?

    Yes, you can order breakfast items all day.

    Do you folks make a rainbow cake or confetti type cake for kids?

    Aloha Shanell! We only offer a 7" Round Rainbow Cake. Mahalo!

    Are you guys taking reservations? When I call your number, there is not options for reservations

    Aloha Matthew! We only offer walk-in seating. Mahalo!

    Do you have blueberry cream pie?

    No but blue berries are my favorite beeries

    I live in the mainland, can I order your Red Jelly to ship to my house?

    On their Website, it is not available at the moment; Only local pick-up. I suggest finding Family members or Friends to Mail you a few Jars.

    Does this location serve breakfast all day?

    Yes!!! We usually order breakfast during dinner time.

    Are they reopen now? I stopped by a month ago. All locations are closed. Yes, I drive from Nimitz one to Honolulu one just for Poi donuts. But they were closed due to COVID 19. :(

    Well, the Nimitz Liliha Bakery is going to re-opened this coming Friday -6/5- :)...Also, the Kuakini Liliha Bakery in Kalihi is now open, for take-out only for now, & so is the Bakery side is open :).... hope this helps!

    Do they make kids birthday cake?

    Yes, just have to submit a request ahead of time if not buying something already pre-made which it's nothing "kids" birthday available on my opinion

    Do they take reservations for large parties?

    No, when I had the large crowd. I had to call an hour before just to make sure we have room and for them to ready the tables. Around 40 people

    Do they sell their Jelly? If so, how much and what size is the jar?

    No, not anymore. I just went to purchase a jar and one of the employees says they discontinued selling them since Thanksgiving of last year :(

    Will they ship donuts to the Mainland?

    I actually asked them when I was in Hawaii if they shipped anywhere. They do not ship at all.

    Do you do deliveries or orders in bulk and to be delivered for an event?

    They unfortunately don't do deliveries.. but how great would that be!

    I am looking for a place that is able to cater for my daughters birthday in October. I was wondering if you're able to do "pigs in a blanket" and if you're able to accommodate 75-80 pieces. And prices please?

    Called them and learned that they do not accept catering orders.

    Aloha, i wanted to know whats the current prices on your half sheet cake and your full sheet cake? its about 100 people for graduation party.?

    Please use the link below to take a look at our cake prices. Thank you!… 

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    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.

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    I met up with my friend at the Local Heneral for a quick snack. I was pleasantly surprised by the…read moreselection of food and pastries. It's a cute little shop with benches facing the windows to people watch. It was hard to pick one item, but I ended up trying the Char Siu Croissant. I loved the flavors combining the sweet glaze and the savory meat. It's now one of my go-to weekend treats!

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    Pipeline Bakeshop & Creamery

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    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

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