So I feel rather fortunate to be living in Long Beach, CA, where the bakery scene is almost unmatched (Gusto, Colossus, etc.). But coming across The Local General Store for some pastries while on a trip to Oahu was def a highlight. Came through on a Sunday morning around 8ish and the pastries were stocked. It was very difficult to choose as everything looked fantastic. We opted for the regular croissant, the black sesame mochi croissant, the char siu croissant, and the brown butter chocolate cookie and ginger turmeric cookie. They even threw in a free mini croissant with chocolate and sprinkles. I always base a bakery on their ability to make a solid regular butter croissant, and damn, was this one amazing. Up there with Arsicault in SF. It was crunchy on the outside, flakey and soft and buttery on the inside. Lamination was perfect. It was a pure joy to eat. The char siu croissant was incredibly magical as well. The meat is so well flavored and the combo of the meat and the flakey croissant is unmatched. The black sesame mochi is top tier. Black sesame is one of my favorite flavors so I might be biased, but this was the perfect slight hint of sweet, and the chewiness of the mochi added a great additional texture to the pastry. Tbh I honestly can't choose which croissant I liked best. They were all god tier pastries lol. We had the cookies later in the evening and the next day, and both were chewy and delicious. The free mini croissant was also very yummy. Prices are reasonable given the quality of the pastries. I know they also sell meat and other provisions here. Hoping on my next trip we can try more of what they have to offer. But yes, there will be a next visit once I'm back! read more

The Local General Store - Assortment of perfect pastries - Butcher Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Okay, personal bias I love this place. But it's not just because I'm related to one of the owners (shoutout to my cousin Jason the butcher). It's because the food is phenomenal, and the people behind it are even better. Let's start with the food. The pastries? Bang on. The beef jerky? So ono my family goes through massive mason jars like it's candy. Harley's Olena cookies? The pastry queen strikes again. We inhaled them haha. The cinnamon rolls? Phenomenal icing, gooey perfection. And don't even get me started on the quiche. We literally devoured it before we got back home to Waianae. The mushroom gruyère croissant and everything else? May or may not be part of the reason I gained 10 pounds before flying back Most of the good stuff sells out fast, so go early if you want the full spread. I love that they switch things up and always have something creative and inventive on the menu. There's no one I know other than our grandma who's more passionate about food and cooking with love than Jason. I remember telling him years ago to open a shop or food truck, and I'm so glad he's been able to make his food dreams a reality. Watching that happen through this store has been really special. The staff are super friendly, knowledgeable, and upbeat, even with the nonstop stream of customers pouring in. Sure, prices might feel high to some, but this is Hawai'i and if you want quality, this is where you go. Local ingredients, passionate owners, and food made with ALOHA. I promise I'll try more from the butchery side next time, Jase lol. I'm beyond proud of everything you and Harley have built. Your hard work shows in every bite and every smiling face that walks out the door, dogs included. Please take a vacation once in a while. You all deserve it Support this spot. You'll taste the love. read more

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So glad I finally got to samps! Everything was super delicious and I'm already looking forward to future visits to try other pastries like their lemon crunch cake or ulu samosa croissant. The quiche was bomb, super thick slice with a very creamy smooth filling akin to the texture of soft tofu, with a properly crunchy crust. The chocolate orange braid was really well balanced with the flavors, with neither one overpowering the other, and it wasn't too sweet. The daily sandwich was the killer one for me- the best roast beef I've ever had, with a super tasty green Thai eggplant filling too. The staff are very courteous and I'd be interested to try one of their curated butcher boxes too! :) read more

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I have passed this place many times and have always wanted to try it. There is a small parking lot in the back but if that's full street parking is the only option. Once inside, there is a rotating pastry display. Although I know everything is made fresh and many of the ingredients are locally sourced, the prices are very high. I tried almost every pastry they had that day and they were all good, but very expensive. The only thing I would definitely come back for is their famous charsiu croissant. It was warm and oh so flaky with a delicious sweet and salty filling. I need to come back to try their sandwiches as those sound good too. read more

Wowowoowwow. The seasonal mango mochi lilkoi with mango was amaazing. The pistachio chocolate had a dark chocolate flavor (good!) but a little too sweet. Breakfast sandwich today was made with corned beef and it was flaky and crunchy and delicious. Honey croissant toast was.... Exactly what it sounds like. Sweet, a bit chewy, on the plain side - Wouldn't get it again. Strawberry cheese danish... Also as you'd expect but tasty. read more

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Blimey me! Our very own mom & pop Butcher in Kaimuki, and if that wasn't a treat in itself - check out their Bakery!! Every single thing we brought home today was D E L I C I O U S! See ya'll tomorrow..LOL read more

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The pastries were outstanding. The General Store also sales meats. I purchased a rib eye, venison, bacon and ginger sausage, it's a little pricey but well worth it. The Rib eye was the best steak I've ever eaten it literally melted in my mouth. Also it was enough for two generous servings. I recommend The General Store and will make another trip before I return home. read more

Just go and taste the difference of fresh local meat and pastries for yourself. Nothing tastes as fullfiling as delicious local ingredients, baked and butchered with intention and care, friendly service, and knowing your dollar is shared with Hawaiʻi farmers! Mahalo for feeding our community and setting an example for what good local food looks like, Harley & Jason! read more

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No notes for this unassuming bakery/butcher shop. I came on a Saturday morning with some friends and we shared the almond croissant, char siu pork croissant, and the black sesame mochi croissant. The best bite unanimously was the black sesame croissant - such a unique pastry excellently made. Every element is good, including the whipped cream on top and the mochi interior. I loved the sweet glaze on the char siu croissant as well. Can't wait to come back. read more

The Local General Store - Black Sesame Mochi Croissant - Butcher Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

4/4/25 Check out their In-House Frozen Section; Corned Beef Patties Beef Luau... Try the Pozole Verde w Pork Hominy Tomatillos Herbs Spices I topped it off w fresh Radish slices Diced onions Chinese Parsley n Hot Sauce Mmmmm! read more

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I always wanted to try this place and I finally got the chance to! ***What I tried ~ **Breakfast Sandwich (10/10) ~ This was SOOOO good. I loved that they made it fresh and use whichever deli meat they had, but the croissant is so CRISPY. It does get a little messy because it's so flakey too. But I highly recommend if you go! **Strawberry Guava BBQ Sauce (4/10) ~ When I hear these flavors I think of sweet, savory, and tangy. However, this was so overwhelming sweet. I personally thought it was more of a jam than a sauce. I was not a fan of this :( **Dill Pickles (5/10) ~ I thought that this was going to have more spices, but it was just an ordinary pickle. Side note: So I did something weird and dipped the pickle in the sweet BBQ sauce and honestly it wasn't bad!! Overall, I'd come back to try more of the baked goods! read more

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Checked this place out with my husband on our day off, and I love how this is another gem Kaimuki has to offer! Upon walking in, we were greeted by the workers and my husband immediately scoped out the butcher section. Everything appears to be made and prepared in-house -- something we are coming back for to try! On the left hand side of the shop, I was captivated by all the pastries and baked goods. We decided to try the Charsiu Croissant and the Chocolate Banana Bread, and they were both winnahz! I'm usually not one for savory baked goods, but the croissant was that good, it didn't make it on the ride home lol. Will most definitely be returning to this little cozy place for some baked goods and meats! read more

Thank you to my YELP friends who insisted I experience the goodness served here at the Local General Store. Especially appreciate Glen A and Randy S as they not only hilited this place as their favorite for croissants and other pastries but helped to guide me to their favorites to try. Did I listen to them? Sort of tho have to confess... I was blinded by all the goodness inside of these doors. I bought more. Lol. And Rod U may just roll his eyes to hear that I bought a bag of that crispy beef jerky here. ;-D Everything that I purchased was most memorably delicious! Purchased and ate before I even drove off... the breakfast sandwich which appeared to be the smaller cousin to the lunch meatloaf sandwich also available. Wow, it was like a piñata party going off in my mouth! Love loved the combination of the in-house made meatloaf with stir-fried kale, lots of ooey gooey cheese, some kind of crunchy, spicy pickles and a nice sauce to bring it all together! There was even a faint aftertaste of kumquat. Served on their fluffy croissant. Wonderful. 11/10. Purchased a lovely ali'i mushroom and gruyere snack twist. Expecting it to be bursting with flavor as it's seasoned with togarashi flakes... the togarashi actually giving it a perfect balance. 10/10 And though I was sufficiently stuffed by the breakfast croissant, after taking a photo of the calamansi, kumquat and cream cheese danish, had to sample a bite before putting away for later consumption. What a unique flavor profile! And if anything has either persimmons or kumquats I can't resist. Would definitely purchase again. 9/10. Almost missed the crispy beef jerky which was located on top of the pastry display case. Not to be confused with the pet treats right next to the bags of jerky. Nicely seasoned. Slightly chewy. 8/10. Definitely will be back. The croissant cinnamon roll sounds heavenly. Wanted to get the amazing looking brown butter chocolate chip and the ginger/ tumeric cookies but decided to save for "next time". Also looking forward to explore the meat case when I have more room in my fridge. Thank you Harley and Jason, for sharing your culinary talents with us. I may not have had the pleasure of visiting you at the famed Jane the Baker in San Francisco, but I intend to make the Local General Store my intimate friend! read more

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A butcher shop & a bakery that are physically together in one business? Yes, who would have thought this combination would be a popular & successful joint venture of 2 owners having the passion in what they do! Enter The Local General Store (LGS), that replaced the former Kaimuki Superette (KS) in Kaimuki. Co-owner Jason Chow grew up in Kaimuki & attended the University of HI at Manoa w/ a biology degree. He then realized his passion for the local farmers/ranchers in support of the local food system while distributing sustainable fish to restaurants, then was exposed to animal butchery at Mud Hen Water Restaurant (MHW). He moved to Berkeley, CA to work at The Local Butcher Shop where he learned how to break down whole beef, pork, lamb & chicken; & fabricate/use the whole animal by turning unwanted cuts into sausages, smoked meat, pates, terrines & stocks. He also worked at Butcher & Larder in Chicago. Jason was one of 12 people recognized under the Eater Young Guns Class of 2019 for up & coming young talent & outstanding leadership skills. Co-owner/wife Harley Chow grew up in Waipahu & attended the University of SFO w/ a biology degree. While she initially intended to go into the medical field, her passion was baking. She worked at Jane the Bakery in SFO & learned how to make croissants & was part of the winning team for Best Croissants in SFO in 2018. In July 2018, she was accepted into the James Beard Foundation Women in Culinary Leadership Program & mentored w/ Pastry Chef Meg Galus in Chicago for a year, where she learned refined pastry techniques in women-led leadership skills. Both worked at the now-closed Hawaiian restaurant, Aina, in SFO, where they met & got married. Both moved back to Oahu in 2019 & jointly had pop-up events at the KS & farmers' markets during Covid. They then opened their brick-and-mortar shop consisting of a whole animal butcher shop & bakery called LGS in May 2023. The butchery focused & sourced local, ethnically raised meat to reduce Hawaii's reliance on imported meats, & the bakery focused on croissants & laminated doughs (folded layers of butter and flour), while sourcing locally grown fruits/veggies. Both areas were to bring awareness & increased accessibility to the local food system in HI. The butchery offers raw & cooked cuts of the entire animal, as there is no waste. Housemade meats include: beef (chuck roast, cross rib, pot roast, steaks, brisket, osso buco, stew meat, short ribs, roast beef, ground, salami, corned beef, burgers, tongue); lamb (Molokai venison, ground, shoulder roast/chops, shank, riblets, sirloin, leg medallions); pork (Boston butt, spare ribs, spam, jowls, chops, ground, Portuguese/Italian sausages, chorizo, smoked ham, ham hocks); etc. Other housemade items: beef/lamb tallow, lard, soup stock, beef/bacon chili, beef jerky, salsa, Bratwurst. The pastry shop offers both sweet & savory artisanal desserts that are too numerous to mention, which are offered on a rotational basis. Some of their pastries include: bear claw, kau orange marmalade & hazelnut braid, twice baked choc w/house azuki paste, guava/cream cheese danish, brown butter mochi w/ strawberry guava jam danish, mountain apple on vanilla custard, ginger & olena cookie, choc ganache croissant, bibimbap danish, smoked eggplant/goat cheese danish. Other items include: cookies, puddings, cakes, quiches. Excellent sandwiches of the day (breakfast from 8a & lunch from 11a), using meats from the butchery & housemade bread from the bakery. We had the following: * Lilikoi danish. This unique lilikoi curd & baklava croissant danish was nicely balanced, slightly tart & not overly sweet. Loved the flaky layers of buttery croissant! * Char siu danish w/ pickled mustard greens & sesame seeds. Enjoyed this savory, unique croissant made for Chinese New Year! Who would have thought to use char siu & pickled greens to create this delicious creative pastry?! * Salami sandwich. With housemade bread & beef salami w/ pickled carrots, jalapeno tomatillo mayo & fresh greens were outstanding & so flavorful! Made w/ fresh ingredients, I inhaled this sandwich of the day! Excellent customer service, as you're likely to talk to friendly Harley &/or Jason, as both love to interact w/ their customers. You'll see their passion in their business while chatting with them at their busy neighborhood spot! Hours of operation: bakery - Thurs to Mon 8a to 2p, butchery - Thurs to Mon 9p to 5p, Tues/Wed closed for both. Located next to MHW at 9th & Waialae aves. w/ shared free parking at MHW, a few non-metered parking fronting the restaurant on Waialae, & metered parking nearby. Sometimes, difficult to find parking, as my hubby dropped me off to get takeout & picked me up after my purchase. Love this unlikely concept of a bakery & butchery under one roof, where ingredients are locally sourced to support HI farmers & ranchers! Definitely returning to try other unique & delish pastries, meats & sandwiches! Support local! read more

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This is my new place to pick up the best croissants - in person. No more wasting my time going online to see if I get the privilege of ordering one (1) croissant - available in the mid to late afternoon - to have for breakfast the next morning. Now I can get a fresh, buttery, moist, insanely flakey croissant to take home and eat that same morning for breakfast. Yes, I think these plain croissants are as good as you will find in the city. Biting into a fresh one means having the brittle outer layers shatter and scatter like shards of fine glass in a breeze. Your fingers will be coated with buttery goodness - don't lick or wipe your fingers, rub it off and moisturize your hands! Just JK. But a really good croissant is a sensual pleasure. And maybe even better - the danishes! If you've baked in San Francisco then you take a plain croissant as a matter of great pride. Any baker who is part of an annual award winning team for best San Francisco viennoiserie pastry has serious cred. Harley Tunac has it, as a former member of the team at Jane The Bakery's when they were the best. Any flakey treat she puts out at The Local General Store is going to be creative and tasty - croissants (plain, chocolate, twice baked), danishes (sweet or savory), braids, and twists. And they have moods, just like people. Some days, gleaming golden brown delicious. Some days a little dark, like a cloudy day. Some days, perfect looking. Some days, like me - meaning they could be in better shape. There is much more to The Local General Store than just viennoiserie. But I usually just focus on what makes my tummy happy in the morning. I can put up with less than perfection because this stuff is just so good. read more

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Dessert in Kaimuki, Honolulu, Hawaii... After lunch, we decided to get dessert from The Local General Store. Because it was a holiday, metered street parking was free! Located on Waialae Avenue, this cozy shop has several stools along a counter for dining in. Because it was in the afternoon, selection was limited. I settled on a Croissant Cinnamon Roll with Vanilla Bean Cream Cheese frosting. Maybe I should have ordered something else because the pastry was on the drier, harder side. Maybe I expected too much because my friends who reviewed this place raved about it. I'll just have to return and get a sandwich and a Croissant... and I'll have to come earlier in the day. Service was very friendly and personable. Thanks for the hospitality and pleasant, clean environment! read more

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The place that makes you go mmmm!! If I'm lucky I'd find them at the Honolulu Farmers Market and if I'm really lucky they'd still have something left by the time I get there lol! Lucky for us they now have a storefront right on Waialae Ave and when a friend and I parked at her aunt's house which is just two block away so that we can stroll around for Keep It Kaimuki Saturday support small local was a breeze. We headed straight to The Local General Store with the best timing ever as there was no one in there so that we're able to browse and decided at our leisure as the area isn't small but not as spacious with a small crowd. I think it's wild they sell meats as well including Portuguese sausage and Spam the curiosity really did interest me as the sweet and savory scale here is incredible. Arriving quite early we were fortunate to have a great variety of selection available it was the "Guava Jam & Cream Cheese Danish" for me and "Chocolate Ganache Croissant" using Manoa Chocolate for my friend. Though they had some drinks that sounds incredible we decided to hold off as we didn't want to fill up on our first stop, and there is a counter seating on each end of the shop right against the window overlooking Waialae and it was nice so we totally took full advantage of that before we start our adventure and thoroughly enjoyed it all as it had just the right sweetness. I'll definitely be back as the vibe here is just so warm and welcoming filled with so much goodness they make with pride. Thank you! read more

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April 2024. Visiting from 9th Island. Just had the roast beef sandwich and it was 5 stars easily. The bread was made in house as well as the roast beef. Bread had great texture. Little crunch and chew on outside and thin and not doughy at all. The roast beef was seasoned and tasted freshly made and portion was plentiful (even a construction worker would give thumbs up). Has a homemade mayo mix with local greens and some relish that hits perfectly with the taste of the roast beef. This sandwich is frickin damn good. See pics. For $14 it's a killer deal. Service is 4 stars. Standard bakery/meat shop. Ambiance is 4 stars. Again typical bakery/meat shop with some seating inside and outside. But overall it's 5 stars for tasty high quality food and damn good value! read more

The Local General Store - Perfect roast beef sandwich. - Butcher Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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I've seen Yeeps post pics and reviews of The Local General Store but I haven't had a chance to stop by to check them out. It wasn't till I had dinner at Restaurant at the Cutlery that I realized how close they were. I mentally kept them in mind and just by luck a fellow Yeep picture messaged me their daily special on a day I was craving a sandwich. Originally I wanted to go to Bocconcino but they aren't open on Mondays. It was meant to be so I snuck away around 11am to finally see what all the hype was about. Arriving shortly after 11am was perfect! I got a street metered stall right before the store front. When I entered, I was the only person there so I was greeted and helped immediately. Their IG ad said the sandwich was ready at 11am and they had 4 premade sandwiches ready for customers. It was only $14 and the sandwich was massive! I'm so glad I arrived when I did because right after I paid, 4-5 people entered! Since it was my first visit, I took a moment to see other items they offer. They offer cuts of meat, homemade sausages, ground meats and pastry items. The sandwich of the day was a TLGS roast beef w/horseradish cheese, and caraway pickled carrots on house made bread featured farms Griffith Livestock (Makaha) & Ho Farms (Kahuku). It was flavorful and extremely filling. The pickled carrots acidity made the sandwich complete. I couldn't believe how good it was for only just $14! Thank you Lily D for sharing their daily sandwich special with me. I definitely want to come back to try their homemade sausages and another sandwich. Totally worth looking for parking to visit. Amazing find in Kaimuki! read more

The Local General Store - TLGS roast beef w/horseradish cheese, and caraway pickled carrots on house made bread - Butcher Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I love their daily sandwiches! I get them any chance I get when I'm in Kaimuki. Their sandwiches are packed with some kind of tasty protein with fresh vegetables that you feel like you are eating a sandwich/fresh salad combo - love that! Not only are you full and satisfied but you feel healthy and whole after eating food made with such fresh, tasty, local ingredients. Plus, it's just good karma to support local, small businesses. I will choose them over any chain restaurant any day. read more

The Local General Store - Roast beef sandwich - Butcher Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Only a few places have left me speechless after taking my first bite. The Local General Store's macadamia frangipane croissant may just be one of the best croissant that I have ever had in my life. It is that good! Someone asked me, is the food here "Hawaii good" or Paris good... my response is, this is worldwide good. No joke. The Local General Store is special and local but could be anywhere in the world and still be outstanding. We had the macadamia frangipane croissant (5/5) and chocolate banana muffin (5/5) and both were mouth watering and just perfect. My favorite bite (and the one that blew me away) was the macadamia frangipane croissant. The crackly, crispy, buttery, and light croissant is the stuff of dreams. We also bought a breakfast sandwich (eggs, ham, cheese) to go and it was also delicious (5/5). I got a bag of jerky and think it's also a tasty meaty treat. The owners Harley and Jason are warm, friendly, and all around lovely people. I feel so fortunate to have met them and hope their new business venture thrives. There are window seats if you want to dine in and have a coffee with your pastry. And they will box your baked goods to go as well. The butcher shop was not open when we went. But from what I saw it looks very promising and gives a good excuse to return. I like that it's not just local meat but Oahu local meat. Honestly this place just makes me happy. Really really happy. I'll definitely return and tell all my family and friends to check it out! LOCATION: 5/5 FOOD: 5/5 SERVICE:5/5 VALUE: 5/5 AMBIANCE:5/5 PET FRIENDLY: yes CLEANLINESS: 5/5 PARKING: 5/5 read more

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This bakery brings me so much happiness I could cry! I instantly forget about all my worries when I'm biting inside any pastry that Harley makes. Today we tried new pastries and the special weekend quiches which were AMAZING. So good we ordered more to eat later. Todays spread: -Pandan & Pistachio Braid -House Made Ham & Gruyere Croissant -Ho Farm Spigarello & Goat Cheese Quiche -House Made Bratwurst & Caramelized Onions Quiche -Double Chocolate Banana Bread Phenomenal pastries, friendly service, casual place to hangout, and more than just a "local general store!" read more

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I've been wanting to try here for a while but could never make the farmers markets so I'm excited to see they have a store front! These pastries were out of this world good. As a frequent HALEKULANI bakery patron these pastries were on the same level as the 5 star hotel. We actually were eating both stores pastries and you wouldn't be able to tell where which was from. The only thing I would say about the chocolate ganache croissant is that it needed more chocolate in it. It had the standard two bars. read more

The Local General Store - Coffee butter mochi, chocolate ganche croissant & s'mores croissant - Butcher Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

The Local General Store was in its soft opening when we went. And we love that we got to stop in during our trip. Half the shop is a butcher shop and the other half is bakery. So it's a unique concept that I haven't seen befo The bakery side has unique croissant flavors. Since we were just looking for something light, we ordered only one croissant: twice baked macadamia nut frangipane with waiwi jam. The croissant was buttery and flaky with just the perfect amount of filling. We loved the pastries so much we went back for more pastries before we left Oahu. Shakshuka Danish. Runny egg with a savory spiced tomato paste. The pastry was so flaky. Pistachio frangipane and pandan pastry cream braid - the flavors were soo good. Definitely stop by if you're a fan of croissants read more

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Stumbled upon this delightful gem while looking for coffee in the neighborhood - and found amazing pastries (and meats, too, though I didn't partake in that side of the house). Only 2 options for coffee: hot brewed 9$3.50) and cold brew ($4.50). No espresso drinks. I had the cold brew with a splash of cream, and it was delightful. My only complaint is that it wasn't enough caffeine compared to my daily morning home cup and I wound up with a bit of a headache later - nothing a cup of black tea couldn't fix, but be aware if you're sensitive to caffeine content. The pastries, though - WOW. So many interesting options. I went with Manoa Chocolate pain au chocolat with cacao nibs on top and tasted a friend's ginger/olena cookie. Both were amazing. The croissant shattered in a (good) way that I've only had happen in France and tasted of pure butter. The cookie was pleasantly flavorful and didn't sharply bite back as ginger sometimes does. They had an incredible selection in the pastry case. Traditional croissant, a spam and furikake pastry, macadamia frangipane croissant, guava and cream cheese pastry, a few cookies, and more. My coffee, pastry, and tip was about $10. The butchery side had house-made spam, stocks, bacon, chicken (whole and thighs), beef cuts of all kinds, and more. Prices seemed reasonable, especially these days. They share a patio with Mud Hen Water, so if the window seating inside is filled, you can eat out there. Or take things to go. Plenty of metered street parking available in the morning. read more

The Local General Store - Pain au chocolat, cold brew with cream - Butcher Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Update.. I bought a Ribeye today cus it was on sale.. but still paid $32 for it.. and after frying it on the pan, it's SOOOOOOO CHEWYYYYYY. Worse than a choice. I expected better from Grass fed, pasture raised.. and especially at such a high price tag :( read more

My honey and I have a Saturday morning routine and involves coffee from the curb kaimuki, and a quiche and savory pastry from the local general store. We live a 45 second walk from their front door and it is so dangerous, because we could easily pay them a visit daily! Not only are the pastries to die for, but the meat selection is fabulous. I'm not meat connoisseur, but the local general store is my honey's go-to for buying steaks to grill and meat products when we're entertaining. The quality is fantastic and the butchers are friendly and incredibly knowledgeable! read more

You know, whenever I find an amazing business I'm always a bit reluctant to share - but then I do it anyway! Because businesses deserve it! And the same goes for The Local General Store. Part butcher, part bakery, this place deserves all the kudos - and all we did was have some pastries and quiche! It was first thing in the morning - they had opened about 5 minutes prior - and service was very pleasant. The pastries were glistening in the case and some stuff was still coming out. My daughter got a slice of ham and Gruyère quiche that she said was quite good. For the house, we got some char siu danishes, a couple of mango jam ones, and some cinnamon roll ones. Oh yeah, I got a mushroom one too. This pastry! HOW does it stay so crispy even when it's been cooked? I don't even know, and I don't think I have to if I can just keep coming back here to get it! There is a frig of meat-based offerings like tallow and such for purchase. The meat case was empty that morning, but from the signs it looks like any number of offerings are available each day. According to their website, you can order online, which sounds a lot less risky than showing up and hoping for the best - especially if the quality of pastries is any indicator. There was no seating apart from a bench out front. And as far as I could tell no private lot, tho I could be mistaken. But we saw so many people coming and going - just within the 15 minutes we were there! They're closed on Tuesday and Wednesday so make sure you plan your day around the other days and make time to pick up a culinary wonder to treat yourself! read more

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I dream about their homemade chasiu croissant. Also tried the mushroom pastry. Everything looked so good! Have to come back and try it all. They also sell jerky (human and dog). No place to sit or hang out read more

Outstanding baked goods. A little pricey but well worth it! Tempting rotating meer selections as well; I'll pull the trigger soon... read more

Got the cinnamon roll, black sesame mochi croissant, chocolate chip cookie, ginger cookie, and the pork chatsu croissant and everything was a hit! Loveeeeedddd that the cinnamon roll had a sour cream frosting versus the typical cream cheese. The black sesame croissant may just be the best croissant I've ever had! The depth of flavors in every bite along with texture.... Honestly mind blown! Also such great service and love how the concept of bakery/ butcher shop. read more

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They sadly didn't have anything dairy free since everything has butter. But my partner really enjoyed the Shakshuka croissant he got. He said it was perfectly flaky, had all the right layers, and overall was just super yummy! read more

First time coming with my dad so it was more for him. Of course I didn't remember that the butcher side doesn't open until 9. My dad did pick up a Ka'u orange hazelnut pastry. The pastry interests me because it always does. I love good pastry but I'm just shocked at the prices. $5 for a croissant is a normal now I guess. It looked nice and big and the crust looked flaky. The meat side looked interesting and will have to return one day to try out some pieces then I can give a better review. The dessert was good though I felt the $6 price wasn't helping me truly enjoy it. It was tasty and it was flaky so one cannot complain. I know there was a lot of detailed work and it was made with love. Will have to return for the whole experience. read more

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After lunch at a nearby eatery, the group started talking about dessert. It was decided that we would go to TLGS. One of the group works in the same building as TLGS. It was later that I found out there later that they were a few parking stalls in the back of the store. The entrance is from Waialae Ave. The pastries were limited because we came after two o'clock. Interestingly, the store has pet snacks next to the humanly consumed products. My wife and I bought a bear claw, ginger bread cookie, and a cinnamon roll. The chocolate bear claw would have been better if eaten when we purchased it and not later that night. Light chocolate taste with a good crust. The ginger cookie had a good ginger taste. The texture was soft, but I prefer crispy. On to the cinnamon roll. It had a wiped cream cheese frosting. Good taste and texture, but my preference is sweet. Someone in our group said they make good sandwiches. I have to come back to confirm. Enjoy read more

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I stopped for buying some croissants and sliced ham. A lady with long hair behind the counter asked me that "Are you gonna purchase or just browsing?" without smiling, very rudely. It was about one minute after I got in the store. I felt I was treated like a homeless person begging food. After I bought, she did not say THANK YOU, off course no smile. What is wrong with this woman. She needs to learn how to thank customers. I like supporting Kaimuki businesses but not this store anymore. read more

I recently had the pleasure of visiting The Local General Store in Kaimuki on an early Saturday morning. Finding street parking along Waialae Avenue was easy and the new business is located in the former Kaimuki Superette. The store is a fusion of a bakery, butchery, and market, offering a wide range of locally raised meats and mouthwatering pastries. Stepped inside and waited in a short and quick moving line to purchase a box of four pastries. The S'mores Twice Baked croissant with house-made chocolate cookie batter, graham, fragipane, and torched marshmallow fluff was my daughter's favorite! The croissant itself was perfectly flaky, and the combination of the rich chocolate, fragrant graham, and gooey marshmallow fluff was delicious and not too sweet. We also tried two of the savory crossiants. The smoky, tender ham in the Housemade Smoked Ham and Gruyere croissant paired wonderfully with the nutty gruyere cheese, and the croissant remained light and airy, adding a delightful contrast to the savory filling. We also tried the Housemade Pastrami, Sauerkraut, Machego, and Caraway croissant. The tangy sauerkraut complemented the tender and flavorful pastrami, while the melty machego cheese added a rich creaminess. The caraway seeds provided a delightful earthy note, enhancing the overall experience. My favorite was the Pandan and Sunflower Seed pastry. The fragrant pandan flavor was beautifully balanced with the nuttiness of the sunflower seeds. The pastry was impeccably baked, boasting a flaky, buttery crust. Beyond the pastries, the general store's commitment to locally raised meat was evident in the quality of their offerings. The butchery section offered a wide selection of cuts, and I appreciated the emphasis on supporting local farmers and ranchers. It's wonderful to know that they prioritize sustainability and community connection. The ambiance of the store was warm and inviting, and the staff was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. If you find yourself in Kaimuki, make sure to stop by and indulge in their delightful offerings. You won't be disappointed! read more

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The croissants are perfect, the flavors they put together are amazing. The S'more's flavor with a mochi center is so ducking good!

One of my favorite stops at the Blaisdell Farmers Market is The Local General Store. Filled with freshly baked goods and a menu that is constantly changing to showcase new flavor combinations, I always stop by to check out their weekly offerings. One of my favorite items so far was a croissant filled with orange jam and hazelnut spread. It was flaky and buttery with the perfect amount of sweetness from the filling. I am a huge fan of citrus fruit flavor paired with chocolate, so I loved how the orange jam complemented the chocolate hazelnut spread. The Local General Store is also known for their meats. I personally haven't tried it, but I heard great things about it. The staff are always helpful in providing suggestions if you're not sure what to get. Whenever I'm debating between items (and I'm trying to be good about not buying everything available because calories are a thing, unfortunately), the staff are always so helpful in providing descriptions on the items. My one tip is COME EARLY...like at 4 pm when the market opens because they sell out fast! They have cute signs that indicate what items are out, but it's a bummer none the less. To have as many choices available, come early! read more

The Local General Store - Curry croissant - Butcher Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Awesome! My local butcher (plus sando and pastry shop). . read more

Do you like meat? Do you like pastries? If you said yes to at least one of these then this is the place for you. I've enjoyed their high quality meat cuts, sausages, ground beef, and friendly service. But I'll be honest, I was just left in awe at their baked goods program. Like you have a great great local butcher, and somehow you add a world class bakery? This is a no frills, local, take out place that really serves the goods. While they don't have seating, they have the goods. Their croissants and laminated pastries is what I have here. Let me tell you, these croissants are not just "Hawaii good" they are world class good. I'd put these up to any croissant I've had. 100% the best ones in Hawaii. I'm willing to take input if you believe anyone does it better, as long as you've tried here first. Do yourself a favor, stop by, support local, keep it Kaimuki, and grab some goods. Just save me some. Overall 9.5/10 outstanding! read more