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Puʻuwai Bakery has been on my radar for a while because I was curious about their vegan offerings. I'm not vegan myself, but I do enjoy trying vegan options from time to time. When I learned they also make custom cakes, I decided to order one for a coworker's farewell. I needed a cake that was gluten-free, dairy-free, and nut-free. She can tolerate gluten and dairy with consequences later, but she has a severe nut allergy, so finding something safe for her was the top priority. I wanted to make sure she could finally enjoy a cake without worrying, since she's eaten other farewell cakes in the past, but suffered later. I reached out about two weeks in advance, and Franceska was incredibly kind and helpful throughout the process. Mondays are limited to custom cake pick-ups within a 2-2:30 pm window, and the day I went happened to coincide with a forecasted storm. I texted to confirm they'd still be open since other businesses were closing, and she reassured me they would be. The cake itself was adorable. The simple design and color palette were beautiful, and my coworker loved it. She chose chocolate ganache with lilikoi buttercream, and the lilikoi flavor was especially lovely; subtle but bright and balanced, and it really tied everything together. Texture-wise, the cake was a little drier than traditional cakes and had a slightly different aftertaste, but that's understandable given the dietary restrictions. It actually grew on me, and most importantly, my coworker was able to enjoy it safely and loved it. If you need desserts that accommodate dietary restrictions, especially vegan or allergen-friendly options, Puʻuwai Bakery is definitely worth considering. read more

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Amy F.

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The frosting is so rich and creamy. Cannot believe there is no dairy. It definitely has the best texture when it is room temperature. I am glad I went with the lilikoi (passion fruit) flavored cake and frosting. The cake is not dry. The cupcakes were good. I am not a sweets person so I probably would've enjoyed more of the baked goods but we were in a rush and a lot of items were sold out. The cake and cupcakes were for a birthday party. Baguettes and bagels are in my future. Parking is poor. You can park right in front if you are quickly picking up - but it is not a legitimate parking space. Parking next door is the cheapest option. It charged us $0.60. Probably cost more to process the card. There is also parking across the street. Didn't bother to look at prices. read more

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Kenzie C.

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Great gluten free treats! I got the cinnamon roll, coffee cake and an everything bagel. Absolutely loved that the everything bagel was so fluffy and not dense. The coffee cake was pretty good but the cinnamon roll was sooo yummy especially after being warmed up. The vibe inside is cute with indoor and outdoor seating. The staff was so kind and they're very fast with packing up your order! read more

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Crystal D.

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The baker was so wonderful and took my very last minute, day before order for a small cake for my daughter who cannot have gluten dairy or egg. The cake came out beautiful and tasted like a regular cake! I was impressed. read more

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Bee E.

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Decided to try Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery as they specialize in gluten free, dairy free cake. We ordered a 8" single layer minimalist cake ($70.00 USD) for our wedding. Went with the guava flavour and lilikoi icing. Cake looked beautiful and was delicious to boot. read more

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I am so glad I went with Pu'uwai bakery! I needed a last minute (one week) smash cake for my son's first birthday. Communication via email, was very easy from the get-go. Fransesca captured what I needed for my son's cake as far as design and added ingredients. It was so cute and tasted amazing! She uses the best ingredients, and my daughter said it smelled "healthy" in the bakery when she picked up the cake. Wonderful experience overall and will be coming back soon! read more

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Sarah J.

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WOW! We celebrated our daughters 13th birthday and she is allergic to dairy so finding a cake for her isn't easy. I ordered her the lemon cake with strawberry frosting and it was beyond AMAZING!!!! We will definitely order again and hope they are able to open a storefront again soon. Thank you Franceska for helping me suprise Lizzie. read more

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Jennifer L.

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We've ordered several cakes from here and they're all wonderful! They taste amazing and the design of each is stunning - we order all our special cakes from them, like my son's first birthday, a smash cake, and also our gender reveal cake for our second baby! If you're looking for delicious gluten free option this place is worth trying! I was very impressed with them being able to take my "moon child" idea and transform the cake into something spectacular with the decorations we provided them! read more

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Catherine P.

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I was on the hunt for gluten free, sugar free, dairy free birthday desserts for my boss and found Pu'uwai aloha bakery. I contacted franceska and found that I could get a vanilla and chocolate cupcake with all those requirements. I got one of each and three with sugar in it: Lilikoi, guava and strawberry. I picked it up from the church of the crossroads near UH. Review of cupcakes: my boss had the vanilla and chocolate cupcakes and thought those were better than the bite she had of the Lilikoi. I am not a fan of sugar free items so I had the Lilikoi cupcake. Surprisingly it was pretty good. I thought it was a bit dense not airy and light like normal cupcakes. But I think everyone enjoyed it, even the whipped topping. Each cupcake was $8 and I was pleasantly surprised at the cost. I ordered it 6 days in advance and was able to pick it up by 9 am. read more

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Jeremy L.

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It was a Wednesday when a co-worker said she had been craving cake- little did I know her birthday was fast approaching. I had little time to find a bakery or a place that would meet her dietary needs - Gluten Free & Vegetarian. However Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery came to the rescue, like an oasis of water in a dessert of carnivores and gluten eaters; a spot light in my google searches! I checked out their web page, and the photos of their beautifully crafted cakes and cupcakes. Out of all the google options, they were the best that I could find. I filled out an order form, crossing my fingers they would get back to me before the birthday deadline. (Which they did, with in a few hours. I was relieved) As my cake order was less than the 5 days they prefer, I did accept their 20% fee for rushed orders, and it was worth every penny. I gave them as much time as possible, saying i could pick up right before the store closed, as it was truly my fault they would have to rush the order. Pick-up was incredibly easy. Finished cakes are ready to be picked up at Sugarlina at Ward. While your there you can pick up cup cakes for the neigh-Sayers of GF/Veg food, and even grab a Happy Lemon treat- there are so many delicious reason you should consider ordering a cake from this bakery. Once you get to Sugarlina, you just let the employee know you're picking up, and retrieve your order- absolutely painless. I gave the baker creative freedom, and i could not be more satisfied with how beautiful it turned out. The cake it self was extremely well received. My co-worker was stunned, she told me she never had a cake like this. I had asked earlier for a list of the ingredients for her. She said that usually there is something that has gluten - but she was shocked that all the ingredients met her requirements. If you were unaware that this cake was GF & Vegetarian, you would be none the wiser. This CAKE was magnificent! The flavor of the lemon cake to me was subtle and not overpowering it was nice. The strawberry frosting was perfect- the cake it self was over all refreshing. I should have had another slice! Birthday girl loved the cake so much she took the rest home to indulge herself more- as she should! I would 100% order another cake from this Bakery. Customer service is also great. I never once felt like I was inconveniencing them, with my asking for a rush order to asking them for a list of the ingredients! Super Pleasant experience. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!! read more

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Kristal L.

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I recently ordered a fully gluten free cake from Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery & I have to say they exceeded all of my expectations! I know it can be difficult to find gluten free baked goods that are not dense but this vanilla cake was wonderful. It was soft & tasty. The Lilikoi frosting was fantastic. Not too sweet and very lite. In my order request, I requested if they could do fresh fruit and flowers in a simple design. I didn't know what to expect and my expectations were low because I was thinking it would be similar to a store bought cake design (Sorry) Upon picking it up and to my surprise, it was so beautiful! The design was perfect. Simple but cute. Everyone loved the cake and even asked where I got it from. We will definitely be back. If not for my friend, for myself. lol! Thank you! read more

Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery - Fully Gluten Free vanilla cake with Lilikoi frosting. Designed with fresh fruit & a dusting of gold glitter powder. - Bakeries Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Marissa K.

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Cute lil bakery right next to Kamamalu Market. Checked this place out and got their strawberrt chocolate chip cake and quiche to go. They used to be at the Ward Farmer's Market before. Apparently this bakery is a gluten free kitchen FYI if you're allergic to gluten. read more

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Bianca L.

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So I am allergic to milk and my amazing husband found this bakery. Turns out she's a one woman show and made the most delicious and dairy free cake I've ever had. Every bit of this cake was not only gorgeous but incredibly tasty. I can't thank her enough for this perfect birthday cake! My husband pre-ordered and did all communication via text . Her physical location is in Sugarlina Bakeshop in front of the Ward Center. read more

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Helen K.

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I placed an order for three gluten free cupcakes when I was in LA before my trip to Honolulu. I texted the contact person listed on the website. The cupcakes were delicious and beautifully decorated in a lovely box. Local pickup was arranged in a parking lot and I paid via Venmo upon pickup. I only wish there was a storefront site so I could taste all of their savory and sweet treats. read more

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Siera S.

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OMG. If you're looking for a delicious SUGAR-FREE CAKE, this is the place! The staff was super friendly & accommodating and their cake really made my uncle's bday extra special. I messaged a few places last-minute on Monday looking for a sugar-free cake for Thursday. Keep in mind that Tues was the 4th of July. I got one other response from another bakery saying they don't do sugar-free and to try Whole Foods--apparently finding a sugar-free cake on this island is tough, not too many places offer them, especially within a few days notice. Susan, from Pu'uwai Aloha bakery responded right away and said they could def make my cake. I had no idea what kind of cake I wanted, I just needed it to be sugar-free & feed 8-10 people and I was hoping for some fruit on top. She recommended the chocolate cake with buttercream frosting topped with fresh berries. It was amazing! The whole fam really enjoyed it and my kids were asking for seconds, "because mom--there's no sugar in it!" The bakery was easy to find and super cute, so glad I found this place! The cake was so pretty!! The berries and flowers were so fresh and it was just perfection! I highly recommend Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery and we'll definitely be back to try more goodies. Thank you so much!!! read more

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Wonderful Vegan Strawberry Guava cupcakes in Honolulu. Beautiful & delicious and moist read more

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Alanna C.

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Great hole in the wall shop. Love that it's gluten free and made fresh. If you go too early in the morning, they wont have all their selection ready for the day yet as they are still baking it. Got the Mediterranean and the chocolate chip mochi, both very good. Was looking for the manapua when we went but it wasnt on their menu that day. Would be back when in the area next! read more

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Danielle G.

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I researched and messaged a few bakeries in Oahu since I was looking for a smash cake for my son's first birthday, but I was really intrigued when I came across Pu'uwai Aloha, who makes cakes with certain dietary restrictions like sugar free, gluten free, vegan, etc. I reached out through their website, and I had to call them to follow up, but after that Franceska responded and it was easy to communicate with her. She had me send some inspo pics and gave me the option of adding an inscription or berries and flowers to the top. She was helpful in suggesting cake and icing flavors that would work well but keeping everything lower in sugar. We decided on a strawberry guava cake with a lilikoi buttercream. Franceska warned me that the buttercream would be more buttery with less sugar. We found the bakery fairly easily, in a more residential area. There were a few street parking spots right out front. Franceska was putting the finishing touches on the cake and I figured I'd browse their selection of other baked goods while I waited. Lots of vegan options and lots of savory options in addition to sweet items. Our smash cake was perfect! I was so happy with it. First, it was the perfect size! I've seen smash cakes wayyy too big, that a one year old will definitely not even make a dent in and makes for a lot of waste (unless you can salvage it after the smashing to share with others). The design matched exactly to the pictures I had sent. The berries and flowers on top were the perfect touch. I was so excited to have smash cake photos done when I saw the cake. Finally, we got to dig in! My one year old and three year old had first dibs and they both looked to be enjoying the cake from the berries (they might have even eaten the flowers), the buttercream frosting, to the cake itself. Then us parents got to get a few handfuls in. I forgot to bring some utensils so it was a true smash cake for us all. The cake was moist and the flavor was really good. The buttercream was deliciously buttery. It obviously wasn't sweet since it was made with less sugar, but it also wasn't bland or lacking. In fact it was just as good and flavorful as any other cake I've had in recent memory. Very very happy we went with Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery and would love to order another cake for a special occasion when we're near again. With the low sugar option, it is a great option and guilt free for the whole family! read more

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Ashley Y.

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The best allergy friendly bakery and the service is AMAZING. My daughter is allergic to everything you could possibly think of, this bakery was super accommodating. We went in to order a cake and tried their cinnamon bun and we loved it. We ended up ordering her a cake for her birthday and I accidentally dropped it, she told us to come back and fixed it for us. I would recommend this bakery to everyone who visits Hawaii. Thank you so so much!! read more

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Joyce M.

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Wonderful little gluten-free bakery! I reached out to Franceska with a last-minute request for a smash cake that's low in sugar for my baby's first birthday, and she was able to put it together within a couple days. I was so incredibly grateful considering other places typically have pre-order restrictions. When I went to pick up the cake, I of course grabbed a couple of yummy goodies while I was there: a zucchini frittata, and ube cake. They also had some delicious free samples. The frittata was on the lighter/fluffier side, and since it had zucchini, it was a bit watery, but my baby and I loved it. The ube cake was moist and quite dense, and the portion size was quite generous. It was more than enough for my husband and I. The owner mentioned that her turkey cheddar sandwich is the one that sells out pretty quickly, we made a note to come back for that one. If you're looking for a gluten-free bakery, this is the place to go to! Just a heads up though, it can be challenging to find street parking. It took us several tries going up and down the streets, so my husband parked at a red curb while I quickly went into the shop. Luckily, he was able to move to an open spot that was closer. read more

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Katelyn V.

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I seriously can not say enough amazing things about Franceska. My daughter has celiac and we ended up being in Waikiki over her 10th birthday so being able to get a gluten free cake that's totally safe for her to enjoy meant the absolute world to our family. We aren't in Hawaii as often as we'd like to be but we will 100% be ordering a cake every time we're there. Thank you again for helping make our daughter's day really special read more

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Shari L.

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glad I found this bakery while in Hawaii. went twice. tea cakes are good, I had strawberry guava and likikou. strawberry guava was my fave. chocolate chip cookies were so soft and good taste. the coffee cake....oh my goodness, so delicious. read more

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Ingrid A.

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Visiting Honolulu area for the first time and during our family vacation I did a search on Yelp for gluten free bakery, I ran into this place and I should say, that I will definitely visit nextAmazing friendly staff! The pasties are really yummy, the guava cake was so delicious and the Snickerdoodle super yummy; highly recommend it if you are visiting and need to get your gluten free baked goods fix. read more

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I'm so happy that Puuwai Aloha finally found a new location at 918 Smith St and it's so cozy and quaint and I love the outdoor seating. They make the best cupcakes and I always order from them for special occasions. I just visited there for their reopening and had the blueberry muffin, which was full of so many blueberries and so tender. My son had the cinnamon roll and he loved it. I love their icing too, yum! We also had lilikioades, which were just tre right sweetness. And the baguette I took home was so delicious, and it's hard to believe it's all gluten free. I can't wait to go back! read more

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Onaona K.

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Long Overdue Review but 5STARS!!!! I ordered a gluten free cake with berries. Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery responded quickly via email. I wish I got pictures but I didn't. Anyway, the cake was delicious. I ordered it so my Father-In-Law could eat some cake during my daughter's birthday. He was very surprised and pleased with it. I had some it was very delicious. I would definitely order again from here!! read more

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Ordered our wedding cake from here and it turned out amazing!! Not only did it look amazing, it tasted great! My wife has a number of dietary restrictions, and we weren't sure if we'd be able to find a cake she could have on our wedding day. Franceska was super friendly during the ordering process, and answering all our questions about the ingredients/our dietary restrictions! Also ran into some hiccups when it came time to pick up the cake and Franceska was super flexible! Highly recommend! read more

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Mary C.

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I needed a healthy cupcake for a birthday luncheon and found Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery. I asked so many questions via email and Franceskka responded each patiently and with care. I ordered the strawberry guava cupcake with gluten free, wheat free, dairy free and egg free. When I picked up the cupcakes, they were so beautiful with fresh fruits and a fresh flower. I had a taste, and was so totally surprised as to how delicious it was, besides looking so beautiful. I was amazed. The birthday person loved it and was also surprised how delicious it was without the wheat, dairy & eggs. Franceska was pleasant to work with. I'm so glad I found her. read more

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Alexander Y.

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Since my girlfriend is gluten-free and she's had to tag along with me to all the local food spots that she can't mostly eat at, I wanted to find something gluten-free for her in Honolulu. Luckily, I discovered Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery, which is ALL gluten-free! This wasn't really a visit for me, so I can't really provide that much of a review aside from the one cookie I had. It was quite delicious though, if you had told me it was gluten-free beforehand I wouldn't have guessed. All I know is that my girlfriend ordered $30+ worth of food and enjoyed all of it, so that's the only seal of approval I need! read more

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Amber S.

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Stopped in for breakfast and went with both savory and sweet. The meatball roll was amazing (and also dairy free). Grabbed the cinnamon roll for later so they packed the cream cheese icing to go. Everything gluten free and so delicious. The staff was so sweet and accommodating. read more

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A perfect Saturday morning starts with a stroll thru the Ward Farmer's market. My work schedule doesn't always allow it so I commit to once a month. There is 1 booth that I never skip and it is the Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery. If you're like me my group of friends range from gluten-free, sugar-free, vegan, vegetarian, low-carb, full-fat. Well they have a pastry for everyone. The loaf pans are moist and flavors stand out. Cookies have a crunch on the outside with a soft - middle I like the peanut butter chocolate chip. You can't tell by taste or texture which ones are regular- vegan etc. All so good. Ultimate favorite "The Vegan Ganache Cake" Ultimately best chocolate cake I have had vegan or not. They are so amazing and accommodating! Although closed on Sunday- they made my daughters cake fresh on Sunday for a special pick up. Check them out at their store front or farmers market or order a cake for your next occasion you will not be disappointed. read more

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Sidney L.

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I ordered two cakes from this bakery and the experience is so different. I tried the strawberry keto cake and it was really good. I also ordered the coffee cake from here and it was such a disappointment. Will probably not risk it again with ordering from here. read more

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Susan F.

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Great service, wonderful flavor. We had a last minute cancellation on a cake and the Bakery was able to fitful the request! Mahalo Susan - my husband was so grateful and I was grateful for how delicious it was for Dairy-free! read more

Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery - Mahalo for an AMAZING dairy-free cake! So many compliments on the moist dense cake and the amazing icing! - Bakeries Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Jessica C.

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I had high expectations for this cake. To be direct it looked better than the taste & texture. Preordered and all cake was honestly dry and so tiny and left much to be desired. Upon walking into Sugarfina to pick up the cake I spotted the small refrigerator in the common area with a small box. I thought to myself that better not be the cake I ordered but it was. I thought wow for $60 this cake must be super good so I said nothing upon pick up because I was pretty confident measurements were listed upon filling out online ordering form and that I should have measured out the size with a tape measure before making my selection. Needless to say the cake was mediocre at best with an inconsistent texture some parts firm some not. My 6 year old actually said " some parts are like they have been in the freezer for 10000 years" I ordered the lilikoi flavor which tasted like straight up fruitloops. Won't come back won't order again would discourage others from doing so. read more

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Sarah A.

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Found this amazing bakery while visiting and was completely blown away with selection of delicious gluten free breads, bagels, cakes and even sandwiches! I tried everything and it was all delicious. The cinnamon roll was outstanding and sandwiches were so filling and such great flavors. Best gf bagel I've ever had. Such a gem of a bakery! read more

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The low carb cake I just got was bad. I'm sorry, but it was. The frosting was salty. And it was grainy, like they used granulated sugar in it. Or salt. And the cake itself was "playdoughy." Idk...Do the bakers taste their products? Working with whoever it was to get the cake made was good. Did it over text and it was convenient. It just sucks that diabetics can't rely on places to provide them with tasty low carb products. The cake was very pretty though. Thank you read more

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Sharna H.

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I ordered vegan chocolate ganache cupcakes with chocolate ganache frosting and strawberry guava cupcakes with guava frosting. I had them delivered to our hotel the day we landed as a surprise for my husband's birthday. We don't eat much cake because it's hard to find a good vegan cake and I was a cake decorator for many years and don't really like cake, but these cupcakes were delectably extraordinary and beautiful. A revelation to our taste buds. Thank you Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery for making the 12 hours of flight time to get here worth it! read more

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Carla B.

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If you need something delicious and cute to look at, this is the spot to go to. Supporting small business, with products made with love! Their customer service is awesome! Very responsive and very accommodating. They even go the extra mile to add in that extra dash of, "yea we do care about our customers". Hard to find these days and this was a 10/10!!! Can't wait to try other products, I'm just super happy I have a go to spot for special occasions. Thank you so much Susan, Francheska, and Zaila for being so inviting into your business. You all really helped make my best friends moms birthday supper flippin SWEET! #yesssssss #cupcakesforthewin!! read more

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My mom discovered this gem while on her quest for a vegan birthday cake. Not so thrilled by the selection at Whole Foods, she did her Coconut Wireless research, which led her to Pu'uwai. She was so excited to meet the owner Susan and share her beautifully decorated with fresh flowers gluten free chocolate ganache cake with all of us, she could hardly contain herself. When I finally got to taste it, I have to say it was divine! Dark, rich, and dense yet creamy, both cake and frosting were DELICIOUS! Because it was so rich I told myself I should only eat half of my slice. But as is often the case, my hand, mouth and stomach did not listen to me. Today my friend with celiac disease led me to Pu'uwai Bakery again. She was so happy to discover a gluten free bakery in Hawaii and I was so happy I finally got to see the place my mom had been raving about. Cute and charming with its hand painted murals, it offers an interesting selection of baked goods as well as a few real food options you can have for lunch. When we got there in the afternoon some items had already been sold out but the showcase included a delicious chocolate zucchini bread, pesto rolls, peanut butter cookies, and carrot cake. I decided to get my lunch there but couldn't decide because the penne pasta, which looked like a thick fully loaded lasagna , and the ahi green chili both looked and sounded so good! Ash who was working behind the counter graciously offered to let me sample them. I decided on the ahi green chili because Chef Susan said she had dreamed it up one night. It came with a nice fluffy serving of rice and quinoa mixed together. Can't wait to go back to this place so I can try more of their baked goods all made with TLC. read more

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Great local bakery with hard workers, great customer service and awesome selection of delicious healthy goodies. We requested custom made cupcakes and a smash cake for our son's birthday party. The theme was Hey Bear Sensory. They not only delivered on our request, they made our son's birthday party memorable and special! They're everyday items they sell are amazing treats as well. Go support show Aloha to hardworking local businesses read more

Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery - The theme of our son's birthday party was Hey Bear Sensory. They did a phenomenal job and we'd highly recommend! - Bakeries Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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918 Smith St
Ste A
Honolulu, HI 96817
Downtown
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(808) 631-7105
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http://Www.puuwaialohabakery.com

Hours

What time does Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery open?

Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery opens at 8:00 AM on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery close?

Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery is closed on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery closes at 2:00 PM on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Wed ClosedThu-Sun 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery take credit cards?

Yes, Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery have catering options?

Yes, Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery does have catering options.

Indoor Amenities

Does Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery allow dogs?

Yes, Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery have bike parking?

Yes, Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery has bike parking.

Does Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery have parking?

Yes, Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery has parking options. Garage Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery is wheelchair accessible.

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Aloha to all our ohana and friends! We are so happy to be reopening in our new location as of October 9th 2025. We have all your favorite baked goods, breads, cakes and now a special drinks menu all prepared fresh for you daily. Can't wait to see you all there. Much Love Pu'uwai Aloha Bakery

History

Established in 2017.

Our shop on lusitana st is closed however, special orders of any size are welcome! Please contact Franceska at 808-631-7105 for assistance We love serving you and hope to expand our offerings very soon. Blessings to all

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Okayama Kobo Bakery & Cafe

4.5(367 reviews)

1.4 mi•Kaka'ako

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.

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Leonard's Bakery

4.5(10.3k reviews)

3.7 mi•Kaimuki

•$

Parking: There is a small lot but better off trying the residential streets nearby with easy free…read morespots. Interior: GO INSIDE TO ORDER. OUTSIDE IS JUST LOOKS PACKED BECAUSE PPL WAIT FOR THEIR ORDER. Wait Time: Line inside took less 5min and about 10min for order to be ready. Items Order: Filled Malasadas $2.75 - COMES FRESH AND HOT! The dough is soft and airy on the inside and the shell is slightly crispy and chewy. SO GOOD! I get it cinnamon sugar coated with custard filling and for fruit fillings get the lihing coating. Ube Butter Mochi $3.85 - Ube flavor was medium strength. Mochi was soft and really good after reheating in airfryer. Slight crunchy top layer was really good. 10/10 Custard - very rich and creamy. not too sweet and it's packed! 10/10 Seasonal mango - Mango flavor was so good and did not taste artificial. Highly rec!

I can see why this spot is so beloved. They know what they are good at and keep the menu limited…read more Over my vacation, I tried 6 flavors they offered. I tried Dobash and the original at a mobile by Windward mall. The food took a while to get but totally worth the wait. The malasadas were nice and warm. I also visited the bakery and tried the guava, macadamia nut, cinnamon, the special of the month (blueberry) and I wanted to try the custard but they accidentally gave me one with no filling . Even though they mixed up the custard one, the other flavors were great. The service was faster at the main bakery. I learned that they also serve coffee so next time I'll head there and try the coffee too. Totally recommend going and trying all the flavors if you can. Heads up that there is no seating so prepare to pick up and go. Also, the parking lot is pretty small so I recommend parking in the Safeway parking lot across the street. It's a mini shopping center so should be okay to park at for a quick stop.

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Liliha Bakery

4.3(4.1k reviews)

1.0 mi•Kalihi

Everything prepared with Love here You can tell that the bakers and cooks enjoy and take pride in…read moretheir work, deliciousness tastes like it Service is genuinely kind; consistently smiling whether from behind the dining counter or wonderful pastries and chantilly cakes or poi donuts Ohh how they are experts at making poi donuts : Liliha Bakery has the most moist tender flavorful POI DONUTS try the poi donut - do-nut eat just one! I dare you to try eat just one! Must have 2? (I confess, I've eaten 3!! Such a warm Ohana feeling when you dine in and enjoy the welcoming atmosphere whether Larger location Pearlcity or their original mostly take out location favorite counter/kitchen service It's like good therapy coming here!

There's something quietly electric about stepping into Liliha Bakery on Kuakini, It's not just a…read moremeal, it's a front-row seat to a Honolulu classic in motion. Their famous pancakes, fluffy, golden, and just the right kind of indulgent, paired with a hearty omelet that hits that comfort-food sweet spot. The coffee keeps things grounded, rich and reliable. And the service? Warm, attentive, and genuinely local. But the real magic lives in the back. Watching the bakers at work feels like peeking behind the curtain of a show, trays sliding, hands moving with purpose, decades of tradition humming along in real time. It's equal parts diner, bakery, and local legend. You come for the pancakes, but you stay for the rhythm of it all.

My mom is paying for our treats!

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Kamehameha Bakery

4.4(1.1k reviews)

1.0 mi•Kalihi

•$

MENU UPDATE- 2026 Customer service is amazing. Very…read morewelcoming and informative with the menu & best items.

@fortunefoodfinds: "If you DO-NUT know, you can find banana fritters here! You read that right, I…read morecame across n' scored the last banana fritter that KAMEHAMEHA BAKERY in Kalihi had for the day n' also picked up our usual go-to poi malasada, strawberry malasada, orange malasada, n' da kiddies chose a glazed donut, donut twist, n' chocolate covered long John. When you get the last one, it's like the feeling that you won!" SERVICE: fully staffed INTERIOR: when you enter the line forms to the left n' moves across to the right, narrow space, no dine-in just pick up n' go, canned soft drinks n' bottled water are available for purchase that are located in the fridges to the far left. EXTERIOR: next door to Ubae in Kalihi WAIT TIME: right under 10 mins from entering to leaving PARKING: free lot OVERALL COMMENTS: it's been years since my last visit n' I usually come for the poi malasadas so when I saw that they had one banana fritter, I had to have it! I've only had a banana fritter in Cali so this was a nice surprise. Bc it was banana mixed with apple, it had a hint of banana flavor. Crunchy n' glazed exterior with a very soft n' cinnamon interior. The malasadas are always tasty. Out of the poi, strawberry, n' orange, the orange has the most flavor come through. Ofc my kids highly enjoyed their donuts. Prices are really good on all the items we got ranging between $1.55 - $2.12; we spent right under $12 for everything. Will be back again!

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Kona Coffee Purveyors

4.4(2.6k reviews)

3.3 mi•Waikiki

I had planned to go to Kona Coffee Purveyors for coffee and a sweet treat in the morning before a…read morefull day of activities. I was staying in Waikiki and Kona Coffee Purveyors was just a short walk away in the International Marketplace shopping center. As I came up to the shopping center shortly after 7am, I noticed a long line, and thought to myself, this couldn't possibly be for Kona Coffee Purveyors, right?? But unfortunately for me, it was. I didn't see how long the line extended, but I knew I didn't have time to wait, so I ended up getting coffee elsewhere. A few hours later, around 11:30am, I was back in the Waikiki area and happened to be walking past Kona Coffee Purveyors. I saw there were maybe a handful of people in line, so I decided to drop in. I ended up getting a latte, black sesame kouign amann, and pandan coconut tapioca pudding. My favorite was the pandan coconut tapioca pudding which was delightfully light and not too sweet dessert. Black sesame kouign amann: A twist on the classic kouign amann. A beautiful blend of crunchy and soft. The black sesame filling adds a nice flavor. Pandan coconut tapioca pudding: Pandan pudding, coconut tapioca, topped with coconut macaroon. This seems to be a seasonal/limited item. Their desserts are from b patisserie, and they all looked soo enticing and pretty! It was a nice place to sit and leisurely enjoy coffee and pastries. I would say this place is not worth it right when they open, only because the line is soo long and it's very hectic with people fighting for seating and getting their orders in. I would recommend going later in the morning or in the afternoon to avoid the morning craze.

Very long longs. Be prepared to wait in the morning hours. Pastries were good but as black coffee…read moredrinkers, the coffee was just lacking for us. I don't know if I'd wait in that long line again just for those pastries. Nitro: 2/5. It was super bitter and not a good nitro at all. Drip coffee: 4/5. Nothing special but not bad. Banana chocolate croissant: 5/5. Very good. Lilikoi pastry: 3/5. Tasted good. But was not wowed. Pistachio pastry: 5/5. Loved the pistachio cream and the pastry was tasty.

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Epi-Ya Boulangerie & Patisserie

4.4(302 reviews)

1.6 mi

I was introduced to Epi-Ya when a coworker brought in their custard pie. I'm not ashamed to confess…read morethat I ate half of the pie over the course of two days. If it's in the shared fridge, it's fair game. Their custard pie is on the top of my list (followed by the custard pies from Napoleon and then Liliha). A basic staple that they also do a great job on is the bread. I really did not understand the hype of Japanese bread until I tried the bread at Epi-Ya. Their other pastries are just as good. They have a much larger variety than Brug and Okayama Kobo. The space is also larger and brighter than the other places.

Food: tries a few different items and they were all delicious…read more. Butter top bread .. toasted for breakfast with butter and jam was perfect Custard danish: a+ Custard filled pan: b+ : custard was delicious but it was a little too much bread for my taste Service: everyone working is helping Ambiance: amazing little bakery the smells are heavenly

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Entrance to Epi-Ya Boulangerie & Patisserie

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Sing Cheong Yuan Bakery

4.5(939 reviews)

0.1 mi•Chinatown

•$

Mahalo nui, Queena and staff, for going over and beyond with my custom bento order! Everything was…read moreabsolutely perfect! My staff could not stop raving about how delicious and beautifully presented each bento was. It's obvious that a lot of love and intention went into making these ono goodies. Service is awesome, communication is quick and responsive, food is amazing and Queena is a gem!

This place has probably one of the best char siu manapuas on the island…read more Located in Chinatown, it's a must to place to take out some awesome dim sum. Street parking is limited and there could be a lineup outside the small but efficient shop. My favorites are the baked manapua, shrimp dumpling and pork hash. The manapua had a generous amount of filling and baked perfectly. Prices were affordable. I always stop by when I'm in the area. It wont disappoint. Service was fast and friendly. Thank you.

Sesame crackers, Chinese pretzels, tea cookies and more.

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The Local General Store

4.7(164 reviews)

4.4 mi

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 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

4.4(892 reviews)

4.7 mi

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

Everyone knows to go to Leonard's for freshly made malasadas, and the constant crowds there attest…read moreto their quality and variety (review: https://yelp.to/jaduiZfQRq). However, there are many alternative malasada purveyors throughout Honolulu, so I depended on local vloggers to find the best ones. This one popped up often on YouTube, and as luck would have it, we were dining at The Pig & The Lady on the next block. How calorifically convenient. We took the opportunity to stop by for a pre-dinner snack since they closed at 6PM. It's a cute shop with multiple sweets including quite a selection of housemade ice cream and delectable mouthfuls called Cake Bombs (Photo 10). We decided we would be good and ordered one unfilled Malasada each. Dusted with various sugar flavors, they were just $2.65 a piece. I went for the Coffee, while Jamie chose the daily special, Cinnamon (Photo 6). They were soft and tasty, quite comparable to Leonard's albeit a tad smaller. That wasn't necessarily a bad thing since we had dinner ahead of us. However, we let temptation get the best of us and shared a $5.50 slice of the Ube Haupia Mac Nut Bar, a yummy combination of sweet potato and ube topped with haupia (coconut milk pudding) on a macadamia nut crust (Photo 9). Truth be told, it stole the show from the malasadas. FOOD - 4 stars... the malasadas were good, but that ube dessert was next level AMBIANCE - 4 stars...really a takeout operation with a lot of temptations SERVICE - 4 stars...very calm and orderly TOTAL - 4 stars...yet another spot for sweet Hawaiian decadence RELATED - Exploring Hawaii? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/U7YPblfoMP

Interior during Malasada Day / Fat Tuesday, 2/17/2026

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Liliha Bakery

4.0(1.6k reviews)

3.3 mi•Waikiki

Locally owned & operated

73 years in business

Good bread pudding. Very good blueberry scones. Good mochi ball. Everyone likes their order, but we…read morebought too much to eat it all fresh. What we ate fresh was fantastic, what we waited a day for was good. Quite a line, but it moved quickly. Looks like they are used to dealing with it and they did so nicely.

I love the original and Nimitz locations. Love the hectic ambiance and great food and bakery. The…read moreWaikiki location last week just didn't work for me. I'm happy to see a local business thriving but I hope they can improve their customer flow. The baked goods looked as inviting as always but they seemed a day-old or something. The butter horn was hard and not flaky as I've come to expect and the chocolate of the Boston Creme donut wasn't creamy. They may wish to consider: 1, Clearly delineating the line for the restaurant from the bakery. It was super busy for both so there was a lot of confusion. 2. Perhaps placing the number machine for the bakery closer to the door? Tourists aren't familiar with the system so it leads to some unnecessary dissatisfaction. 3. The staff had to leave the counter to get coffee - hot or iced. The condiments for the coffee were on the showcase so people had to be in everyone's way to get their sugar and cream. In fact, if you were standing near the door you had to go through people waiting in line back into the establishment to get those items. But, with all this, the two ladies at the counter were remarkably composed and helpful.