Lin's Hawaiian Snacks is a traditional Hawaiian candy store, featuring lots of local favorites like…read moredried fruits sprinkled with li hing mui sour plum powder along with sugary candies. My boyfriend loves li hing therefore I asked my friend for recommendations and this was the place. Conveniently located in Ward near Consolidated Theaters and Whole Foods, there are ample free parking within the block. I love that this seed shop lets you sample any of their products; loved their dried lemon peels and pickled guava. Great place to pick up local snacks for omiyage and gift giving outside of Hawaii, as well as treats for yourself. Highly recommend!

So many choices! So hard to be responsible and not buy every single snack in the store! I wanted to…read morethrow everything into my bag. I ended up deciding that I'd choose two items: the Li Hing Mui Guava Slices and the Li Hing Hui Mango Slices. I grew up eating salted plums, so I loooove the flavor of LHM powder. The tart sourness really elevates the sweetness of the fruits. It's a really addicting flavor. Parking was a breeze as there is a lot right next to the shop.

Every time I'm here I make sure to hit this place…read moreChichidango was so soft almost melts Also tried the peanut butter mochi The people are always polite and helpful Love the old school feel no need to be a Fancy the product does all the work for them

Although it's a small shop the mochi was fresh, service was 4 star rated because we were greeted…read morewith a smile and willingness to explain the different colors. We enjoyed the mochi this morning with our coffee and it was soft while delicate to the touch and savory to our palates. We decided to order a dozen and tried different flavors. Loved the authenticity of the location. Congratulations on surviving and continuing the legacy of mochi making in Hawaii. 100 years deserves 5 star recognition.

Love this place! I have to limit my visits though. Easily spend $150 plus every time is step…read morethrough the door. There are so much goodies to choose from sweet, sour, salty, savory. OMG, it's just tastebud heaven!

6/15/2025 Gifted a…read morebag of cookies from my oldest- Son picked them up in San Mateo- Anything made in Hawaii I'll try!

The old Crack Seed store in Kaimukii is a favorite of many locals. They still sell preserved fruits…read morefrom jars, the way it was sold when I was a Keiki (child). When I land on the island, this is one of the first places I regularly visit to pick up crack seed. Crack Seeds are snacks found in Hawaii. It originated in China. It is preserved and dried fruits that are flavored with salt, sugar and licorice. It's a mouthwatering island favorite. The store is very small, so I recommend checking the list of offerings outside of the store. A list with photos are on the window in front of the store. Write the name and number of the item and when you go into the store it will help speed your purchase.The store can get quite crowded when people are unsure of what they want, so knowing in advance helps the flow of customers. My favorites are Spicy Mangos and Li Hing Cherries.

Crack Seed Store is a nostalgic treasure trove in Honolulu, offering a delightful mix of old-school…read moreHawaiian snacks, friendly service, and a trip down memory lane. If you love li hing mui, preserved fruits, or just want to experience a slice of local culture, this is the place to go!!!! Don't leave without trying the slushy--it's a game-changer!

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.

First of all love the packaging! The popcorn is always warm & fresh. Very thankful for this iconic…read moremom & pop shop!

The lihing and lemon peel gummies here are seriously addicting - the perfect mix of sweet, salty,…read moreand tangy that keeps you reaching for more. The 3D gummies are my favorite pick; they've got that ideal chewy-but-soft texture that hits just right. The hurricane popcorn is solid too! The butter flavor and furikake combo are tasty, though I wish the mochi crunch had a bit more crunch. Also, the kernels they use here a pretty small. Still, it's a snack-worthy spot when you're craving those classic local flavors. I still prefer the popcorn at Iniki more because of the size, kernels and flavor.

IT'SUGAR is a leading specialty candy retailer founded in 2006 by Jeff Rubin, known for "sugar…read moreinnovations," lighthearted rebellion, and massive, themed candy selections. Operating over 100 locations, it offers an immersive "retailtainment" experience featuring pop-culture merchandise, giant candy items, and, notably, the world's first 3-story candy department store at American Dream in New Jersey. Yaaaas, we love us an IT'SUGAR! I've been to the one in Las Vegas and in Glendale (Arizona) and now I can add Honolulu to the list. I'll be honest and say I had no interest coming in at first but I saw they had a Sour Patch Kid sign outside and I walked in under the pretense that they were having a themed section for one of my favorite candies. They did not. Womp womp. Nonetheless, it was fun looking at all their fun offerings.

If you were in the mood for a lot of sugary sweets, check out It'sugar at Ala Moana Center. Located…read morenear target, this large retail space has a little bit of everything. Some nostalgic candy, some new types, even foreign candy. Prices are a bit high for my taste but sometimes you can find items here that are hard to find at any other candy stores on the island.

Located in Kaimuki on the Mauka side of Waialae Ave. Didn't see a dedicated parking lot but there…read moreis free street parking available all around. After parking you'll walk to Waialae Ave to enter their front door. The store is very cute, with a mish mash of items like jewelry, aromatherapy, clothing, ecologically friendly cloths, even a candy area. Welcomed by Brandy, she made sure we knew about the deals and how it worked, answered all our questions and was very sweet and personable. We were there on a Saturday so the place was somewhat busy but the line at cashier moved quickly. We make it a point to purchase at least one item from these small local boutiques so we bought the car aroma bottles which were on sale and only $5 when we bring back to fill up. Brandy showed us how to uncap, turn upside down then cap again, comes with a cute tie to hang in your car. Lots of fragrances to sample!

I love the variety of refill options and scents from laundry to hand soap. The place is always…read moreclean and the employees are always helpful. The only item I wish they would carry is hand sanitizer refill.

Purchased 3 items. 1. 1/4 seedless sweet li hing mui. She said the weight is a little over. I said…read moreno problem (thinking maybe a buck or so) 2. 1/4 li hing mango. 3. 1/4 Wet li hing seed. What should have cost closer to $24 bucks was now $31. I guess that happens when everything is "a little over". Sweet seedless mui 2 1/2 stars li hing mango 0 stars wet li hing mui 3 1/2 stars

I popped into this shop after a long spell but my dinner reservation I arrived early so I went to…read moreit to my amazement! There's Chinese crack seed which is very rare in the Kalihi area. There's another one across the Dillihngham monorail construction site but it's not local crack seed I grew up with. One must go there to enjoy their shop galore of goodies! It's very tempting if you bring your children. Lots of parking but I avoid lunch time there's none even on the street! There's so many eateries there to enjoy! It's in the Dillihngham City Square the Mall!

My favorite cookie shop in Hawaii!! I personally think their quality is way better than Honolulu…read moreCookie Company and am so glad there's a location in Oahu. They give out samples as you enter, and you can always ask to try other things as well. They also have a rewards program. For every $5 spent, you get a little stamp. I feel like they're pretty liberal with their stamps and round up. Once you complete the card, you get $5 off or you can opt for a cooler bag. Boxes are always very cute and they seem to have frequent collabs with other businesses.

We enjoy walking into this store and samplings different cookies. The sales associates are always…read morehelpful. Service has never disappointed us. We would like to comment on the Kulolo Mochi Brownie. We don't consider it close to Kulolo. If it's a new item and not selling consider removing it. It's never easy to decide on what to get and take back to our home in the Pacific Northwest. Friendly, knowlegable staff that is always willing to help.