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    Slappy Cakes

    4.0 (3k reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    SLAPPY CAKES ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Happy hour specials

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    Loco moco
    Monique A.

    We visited with a large group and were pleasantly surprised that we were seated within about 30 minutes of arriving. The restaurant was clean, spacious, and able to accommodate our party comfortably. For food, we ordered the make-your-own pancakes for the kids, the loco moco, and the Hawaiian pancakes. The loco moco was good overall, although the hamburger patty tasted more like a premade patty than a fresh, house-made one. The Hawaiian pancakes were tasty, but they were fairly similar to standard diner pancakes. I was hoping for more nuts folded into the batter to give them a little more texture and flavor. If you're looking for authentic Hawaiian food or strong Hawaiian flavors, this probably isn't the place. The dishes we tried felt more like standard diner fare with a Hawaiian-inspired twist rather than traditional Hawaiian cuisine. Our server, Juan, provided mediocre service. He didn't check on our table very often, and when there was a mix-up with one of our orders, he came across as slightly rude rather than helpful. The experience wasn't terrible, but the service definitely left room for improvement. Overall, the restaurant was clean and accommodating for large groups, the food was decent, and with more attentive service, the experience could have been much better.

    Build your own pancakes
    Travel Junkie

    Build your own pancakes or a lot of fun for the kids. Make your own pancakes. The kids had a lot of fun and it was a lot of fun to add the toppings.

    Joe S.

    Closer to 3.5 stars. Cute concept, and executed fairly well, but at the end of the day, the food should reign supreme, and while the food here wasn't terrible, it wasn't fantastic either. The pork belly Benedict was decent, and the pancakes weren't bad at all. We added chocolate chips and syrup which added to the cost. My mimosa was also pretty good, I just wasn't terribly impressed with any of it. Service was prompt and friendly. Place was spacious; we were lucky to get a table in 20 min; the place gets packed quick. My 5-year old daughter liked it enough for me to come back, but not sure if I would if it was just me

    Make your own hotcakes
    Melissa J.

    Local, fresh and friendly service with pretty incredible pancakes. The menu is great, sure they sell pancakes and you can even be the master of making your own tableaux but the banana bread French toast is pretty amazing too. There are monthly specials, burritos and even booze if you are feeling so inclined. Making reservations comes in handy at this family friendly breakfast spot, it's no wonder they are voted best in breakfast.

    A fun breakfast at Slappy Cakes. We made our own pancakes at the table. My husband had the seasonal batter and I had the buttermilk. Both excellent. Fast and friendly service.

    Jackie A.

    Food was great and kids had a blast making their own pancakes. Next time would just get one bottle of batter though. We had a lot left over.

    Loaded Potatoes + bacon
    Jasmine Z.

    Quick and friendly service, the decor is super cute and the restaurant is clean. I ordered the loaded potatoes with bacon and absolutely LOVED it. Super filling and very tasty, the peppers in the potato mix were a great addition. My husband got the grand slap which he enjoyed and my girls shared pancakes. The strawberry jam is DELICIOUS!!!!!!! We have gone back two more times as we liked it so much!

    Love the diy pancakes - my sister and I had a blast making all different kinds. Literally the definition of playing with your food lol Our server was great too, checked in on us regularly. The trick to making a neat pancake design is to have two different colored pancake batters. I got the standard buttermilk and my sister got the seasonal ube and coconut. They also had chocolate batter.

    Strawberry shortcake pancakes and Elvis
    Allison F.

    I was really looking forward to Slappy Cakes but it did not live up to the hype. They are extremely stingy on toppings. I ordered the Elvis pancakes and I didn't even receive half of a banana. Mind you the small pinch of bacon and peanut butter. The taste of the pancakes was decent but I'm not sure how you can really go wrong with pancakes, for $16 id expect a lot more. I'd recommend trying out some other small cafes for pastries and coffee instead of Slappy Cakes.

    Avocado Toast
    Akhilesh B.

    This place opens early in the morning for breakfast, especially for those travelers traveling east. They have a hot griddle on each table to make pancakes live (make your own) which probably is a great experience and tasty as well. We although went for their avocado toast - not what they are known for and neither they should be. Nothing extraordinary there, but micro greens make it look fancy at the least. Ambience is good and service decent. Not every place on the island that's highly rated is great and this serves for a great example.

    Amelia M.

    The pictures do it no justice. Slappy cakes was awesome!!!!! Came here for breakfast and wanted loco moco & pancakes to fuel us before we hit the beach. Husband and I were really happy with the food & service. Loco moco was one of the best I had on the island and the perfect portion for breakfast. The pancakes were so yummy too!!! . We came right as they were opening and got seated quickly. Clean & huge inside. Staff were so friendly and overall great dining experience. 10/10 food 10/10 service

    Jennifer H.

    Must stop when the nephews are here to visit. They love making their own pancakes. Gotta keep a close eye on them at 5 & 8 with a burner on the table but we always have a lot of fun. It's great for families with kids, quick pace and loud (so you don't have to worry about kids making noise). I always get the breakfast burrito and they get pancakes with fruit. We all leave full and happy!

    Portuguese sausage and cinnamon roll pancake
    Jocelyn H.

    Delicious food and coffee! I came for breakfast and sat at the bar. Really helpful bartenders and loved the fun colors and decor inside. Would definitely come again. Got a cinnamon roll cake and it was delicious

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    the food and service was excellent especially the candied bacon. Our server was friendly and very responsive

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    Place is amazing and fast! Great for families and lots of fun! A little pricey for the toppings but very good and fun experience!

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    The breakfast wasn't very good. I had bacon... eggs and toast. The pancakes might be excellent. I'd give Slappy Cakes another try...

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    Ask the Community - Slappy Cakes

    I've seen lots of mixed reviews. What should I expect going here in June - July 2025?

    Just plan accordingly. It's busy on weekends, but usually there's no line if you show up right when they open. If you're from the mainland a visit to Slappy Cakes is always worth it. Get the griddle table, create some fun edible art and if you're… 

    So you have pancake batter without eggs?

    Yes! They have the best gluten free & vegan pancakes!

    We are a party of 9 (5 adults, 4 small children). Do they have adequate seating for that?

    Yes

    Can you make reservations?

    I don't believe you can. And they did have limited space seating when I was last there. We had a very short wait before being called in to sit. And it was DEFINITELY worth it!!

    Are there vegan options?

    There are a few vegan options. You can check out a menu on their website.

    Do you need a reservation?

    No reservations aren't required, but it gets busy and you may have a line of people in front of you.

    Can the loco moco be made gluten free?

    Probably not as you can remove the onion straws but the gravy almost certainly has some flour in it.

    Do they have vegan or egg-free batter?

    Yes!!! They have vegan & gluten free batter & it's DELICIOUS!!! Definitely try it!

    Are sundays busy?

    It seems like every day is busy, but if you don't mind eating at the bar then you will gwt a seat a lot faster. So worth it!!!

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    Kihei Caffe Lahaina - Banana macadamia nut pancakes

    Kihei Caffe Lahaina

    4.3(1.1k reviews)
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    Me and my family came here and expected a decent breakfast. However the price point is too high for…read moremajority of the food to be frozen. My mom got the chicken fried steak and was dissapointed to see everything but the egg was frozen. The pancakes we got were decent, but clearly made from a box mix with a dough like taste. All other meals my family got had the same issues. In general it was mediocre for people with real breakfast expectations given not much was made in house. As someone who works at a restaurant, I dont recommend.

    Honestly, this place was getting 5 stars before I posted the reviews, rest assured that the food…read moreactually good so I do think the five stars is warranted. The guy that took our order was great though. Best personality and set the tone for the meal with the best energy as soon as we walked through the door. He recommended the mango lemonade to start (YUM- so glad I listened) and it was super refreshing. I ordered the ube michi pancakes and he recommended the pork fried rice with eggs for my husband as it was one of the more popular dishes. The pork fried rice was really good. The portion was just big enough and I'm not surprised at all that it's a top dish. I think the ube mochi pancakes were the star though. The text was good and the ube flavor really comes out, so much that I didn't want to use any coconut syrup for fear of drowning it out. I ate one without syrup and one with and the coconut syrup really compliments the pancake. Both flavor come out nicely.

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    Leoda's Kitchen and Pie Shop - guava chiffon pie, chocolate haupia pie, pineapple mac nut pie

    Leoda's Kitchen and Pie Shop

    4.5(4.3k reviews)
    10.3 mi
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    Leoda's was such a fantastic stop in Maui! There was a long line but the service was quick…read more Everything we ordered was delicious even when we brought it back to our place to enjoy. The seared ahi sandwich was fresh and flavorful, the Leoda's burger was juicy and satisfying, and the Caesar salad was crisp and tasty. The fries with garlic aioli were the perfect side and seriously addictive. And of course, we had to bring the banana cream pie last to enjoy. Ending the meal with that creamy, dreamy pie was truly the chef's kiss! Definitely a must-try when you're in Maui!

    Leoda's absolutely lives up to the hype, we actually ended up going twice. I tried both the apple…read morecrumble and banana cream pies. The apple was really good with a strudel style topping adding some crunch, but the banana cream was easily the star. The filling was top notch and the crust had the perfect doneness to contrast the soft banana center. I could eat one of these every day. I also stole a bite of my friend's Reuben and the sandwiches deserve some attention too. The inside was nice and hot, the sauerkraut had a really good tang to it and everything worked together perfectly on thick crusty bread. Even the fries were solid. Leoda's is officially going on my list of places I have to visit whenever I'm on Maui, and probably one I'll go out of my way for. One of the best spots in all of the outer islands.

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    Leoda's Kitchen and Pie Shop - So cozy.

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    Apple Crumb Pie...smackin!

    Leoda's Kitchen and Pie Shop - Just one of the many delicious pies.

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    Just one of the many delicious pies.

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