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Liliha Bakery
Category:
Bakeries
515 N Kuakini St
Honolulu,
Hawaii 96817
(808) 531-1651
Liliha Bakery celebrates its, what, 55th anniversary this year? This is definitely an old time...
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Liliha Bakery celebrates its, what, 55th anniversary this year? This is definitely an old time local-kine bakery and coffee shop that remains as ever popular and relevant today. I love the patisseries and bakeries that have opened up in and around Honolulu in recent years, but Liliha Bakery is still one of my favorites.
I think the attraction is definitely their coco puffs (the cream puffs are also nice). I’m not kidding when I say the bakery probably sells thousands of these each day. They’re always busy, so expect a wait. But it’s well worth it if you have the patience. If you’re there for the puffs, and you don’t want to wait in line, keep it short by grabbing a prepackaged box of coco puffs in their freezer. I also love their cinnamon twists, pies (custard, but pumpkin during the holidays), and cakes (mmm … chantilly). If you’re feeling daring, dabble with their haupia filled malasadas. Their donuts might not have the melt-in-your-mouth texture of Krispy Kreme, but these are good ol’ style donuts.
I also must recommend the coffee shop. They must have only about a dozen, or so, seats, and like the bakery there’s likely to be a line, but the fresh from the grill and buttery goodness of their menu is worth the wait. Your food is cooked in front of you on their grills. I love their Hamburger Steak, as well as their Country Style eggs scramble and their Steak and Eggs. The pancakes are also huge and delectable. My girlfriend loves their Grilled Cheese Sandwich. And most items on the menu come with a buttery dinner roll with jelly (whatever that stuff is, I want to take it home with me but its not for sale). I swear, I think their secret is the butter.
When I was younger, I’d go to Liliha Bakery’s coffee shop after a night out for a meal to wind down. Here’s where the open 24-hours is really convenient (with the exception of Mondays). But the shop definitely attracts a local crowd and the old timers are great to talk story with while you’re enjoying your food.
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Leonard's Bakery
Category:
Bakeries
933 Kapahulu Ave
Honolulu,
Hawaii 96816
(808) 737-5591
Leonards is definitely a local favorite! Their malasadas are no doubt the best on the island,...
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Leonards is definitely a local favorite! Their malasadas are no doubt the best on the island, especially their custard filled ones. When its nice and warm, it's so delicious.
Leonards has recently put up a nice new sign and it looks pretty cool. It has a retro look to it. Inside, however, it is still a little run down. For the number of clients they get, I assume they have enough money to renovate the whole bakery but I think they want to keep the homey look.
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Alan Wong's
Category:
Restaurants
Honolulu,
Hawaii 96801
(808) 949-2526
This is one of the top rated restaurants in Hawaii. Alan Wong makes many local dishes with a lot...
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This is one of the top rated restaurants in Hawaii. Alan Wong makes many local dishes with a lot of vegetables which I like. He is well known in the islands for his Pacific Rim cuisine. This is a superb restaurant that is located away from the hustle and bustle of Waikiki. Thumbs up!
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Leonard's Bakery
Category:
Local Favorite
933 Kapahulu Ave
Honolulu,
Hawaii 96816
Drive, walk, run, whatever you need to do to get to this place for donut lovers! Heck, you do not...
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Drive, walk, run, whatever you need to do to get to this place for donut lovers! Heck, you do not even have to be a fan of pastries to try their heavenly tasting malasadas. Krispy Kreme? Who are they? Leonard's can be spotted as you drive along Kapahulu--you can't miss their 1950's sign as you round the corner. Parking is very limited and people will park and try to double park just to eat at Leonard's. We even saw someone take a cab to this place with the meter running while they stood in line to buy a malasada. You can order these fresh, soft, mouth watering delectables with either their filling of the month (ie. mango creme, banana creme) or you can order their originals. Service is excellent and these freshly made pastries come out fast and hot.
Pros: Malasadas
Cons: Parking
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Rainbow Drive-In
Category:
Restaurants
3308 Kanaina Ave
Honolulu,
Hawaii 96815
(808) 737-0177
Like previous reviews have mentioned, this is one of the most popular place to go for the locals...
More 9 months ago
Like previous reviews have mentioned, this is one of the most popular place to go for the locals and informed travelers! Nothing compares. Large portion, absolutely local authentic taste and it's just located in this area that you'd enjoy sitting and share a meal after the beach or just chill out with friends. If you are tired of the touristy stuff in Waikiki, I recommend strongly to stop by here and grab lunch. This is what the locals do, and you should do it also.
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House Without A Key
Category:
Seafood Restaurants
2199 Kalia Rd
Honolulu,
Hawaii 96815
(808) 923-2311
Recently stayed in Oahu and found this place to be the bearer of the grandest Mai Tais.
Located...
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Recently stayed in Oahu and found this place to be the bearer of the grandest Mai Tais.
Located in the rear of the one of the swankiest hotels in all of Oahu (Halekulani).
For the most part most of the restaurants have the same layout there on the beach, however H w/o K has the best delivery of all!
Every night at sunset they offer live music out under a century-old Kiawe tree overlooking the ocean with service which cannot be beat.
The now $8 Mai-Tais seem like a bargain.
Get there early.. It fills up fast!
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Lived in Hawaii and was there when Alan Wong's opened. It is without a doubt the best of the best....
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Lived in Hawaii and was there when Alan Wong's opened. It is without a doubt the best of the best. There are so many things that we liked about the restaurant. Its out of the way place, its definitely different, its upstairs in a building that you would not think a restaurant is in. When you make your reservations they take your name and when you are seated the person who seats you and your waiter from then on uses your name. its like you have been coming there forever. The Manager stops by and ask how things are going. There is usually a "special treat" from Alan, maybe its just a juice drink, or a small appetizer, and that is also followed up by a dessert piece of something at the end. The rolls are delicious, finish one, and the roll boy is there again; the water glass is never empty. My favorite is when the person brings you meal and explains everything on it, rather than some places that when someone brings you the plate they have to ask you what you ordered. The waiters don't start as waiters, they start as the bus boys and work their way up, the learn how to be a waiter and all the different kinds of food that are prepared. When you go to AW's you are treated as someone who has been coming for years, even if it is you first trip there. Yes it crowded, most great restaurants are. And the awards won by AW is overwhelming. And the best part is that AW is usually there. There are some restaurants that the owner, top chef are rarely there.
Pros: Top food, top service, top restaurant.
Cons: Hard to get reservations
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Big Kahuna Pizza
Category:
Family Restaurants
833 Puuloa Rd
Honolulu,
Hawaii 96819
This has to be one of the best pizza/sandwich spots on the island. Garlic cheese b a l l s are...
More 3 months ago
This has to be one of the best pizza/sandwich spots on the island. Garlic cheese b a l l s are great and highly recommend the Beef Brisket sandwich. Only disadvantage is the only take cash or check.
Pros: Delicious Food
Cons: Does not accept credit/debit card.
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Lewer's Lounge
Category:
Romantic Dining
2199 Kalia Rd
Honolulu,
Hawaii 96815
By far, the most expernsive and the best meal of our tip. You choose if you want 3, 4 or 5 course...
More 1 year ago
By far, the most expernsive and the best meal of our tip. You choose if you want 3, 4 or 5 course meals. You begin with a glass of Champagne (Lanson) and a tidbit (we had a small popover filled with a salmon moose.) We had an assortment of appetizers ($$ extra). My wife had the crispy skinned Onaga while I had the bouillabase. For dessert we had a banana souffle. Each and every dish was spot on. Worth every penny. For the 2 of us with a bottle of wine the bill was over $390 with tip) I only wish the wine list had more Alsatian wines.
Pros: Superb Food, Great View
Cons: Splurge Prices; Men Need Coat or Long Sleeve Shirt
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We were on vacation and were craving some spicy Indian food. We tried Cafe Maharani and found that...
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We were on vacation and were craving some spicy Indian food. We tried Cafe Maharani and found that the food was just great. The naans and curry were fresh. The restaurant is small and usually gets crowded, I would recommend grabbing a bottle of wine from the Star Market across the street and having a glass while waiting for a table. The food is worth the wait!
Pros: Great food
Cons: Slightly slow service when busy, but the staff is great!
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