Fresh and fluffy malasadas without the crazy line at the brick & mortar! Well, we were lucky when we pulled up to the parking lot because there were only a few people in line. I'm sure the line could get long too, but I'm sure it can't get as long as it does at the bakery. read more

The BEST donuts I have EVER eaten in my life and I have eaten a lot of donuts. I love donuts so much that I had a donut wall at my wedding and it was one of the most important details of my entire wedding that I told my wedding planner that I would not budge on it and if we had to cut anything at all, it absolutely would NOT be the beloved donut wall. I love donuts so much that I get a dozen at least twice a week and whenever I am upset at my husband, he gets donuts as a peace offering. I think you get the point. Leonard's donuts are so darn good that I will now make an annual Hawaii trip a non-negotiable just because I need to eat more of those delicious donuts!!! Ahhhh I am salivating as I think about the fluffy yummy goodness. They are so light and airy and croissant like...such a perfect pasty...I could eat a whole box. read more

I agreed with the other reviewer who noticed a change. I think this is the custard "filled." Still tasty, but no need napkins. read more

A Leonard's Bakery - I think this was the custard. The way they "fill" the malasada has changed since the last time I bought. - Desserts Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

Customer service is great. They are so friendly and efficient! From one box to 15 boxes they were so quick and accommodating.

I found myself in Wapio in front of the Leonard's mobile malasada truck in the Waikele Shopping center. I was with a friend and her family, who loved Hawaii comfort food and wanted to try this place. We were coming from Pearl Harbor National memorial, visiting the area on a nice Saturday morning in late March 2022. It was the first day after the last of the remaining major COVID-19 restrictions were lifted a day before, so it was nice to hang out with friends visiting from the mainland. We arrived around 12:15pm and there was a line already. We didn't know where it was initially, so we circled the property until we found it. There was a lot of people lining up specifically for the malasada truck, but not so much for the other food trucks that were lined up with it. The wait for these malasadas was substantial, since they're made to order. My friend waited about 15 minutes from ordering to receiving the order, as there was plenty of people waiting for their own. It was nice to get outside Honolulu for a bit, especially with COVID restrictions had me staying near home or work. The entire transaction was nice. I ended up getting a couple of single malasadas for myself that was co-mingled with my friend's order, so there's no wasted time, as my friend and her family had a flight home to catch that evening. The service was really typical of most fast food counters. No real interaction but just an order and go. But it's friendly for a hot second or two. It was nice having malasadas on a Saturday afternoon. The overall experience here at the Leonard's mobile malasada wagon here in the Waikele shopping center was nice and interesting. It was basically like waiting for an order at an outdoor McDonald's in a way. The malasadas came out fresh and so so good. It's pretty cool how they have these mobile wagons to bring the malasadas out to the people, instead of having everyone come to their actual restaurants. My favorite would have to be the dobash one. Anyone and everyone who knows me that I love chocolate, so that's the go to one for me. My second favorite would be the haupia one, which I have learned to love thru McDonald's haupia pie and loved the taste ever since. It was nice to know that Leonard's had this in their malasada menu. On my experience here at Leonard's malasada mobile, I basically did two of the dobash malasadas. My friend basically got a dozen for her family to check out. Any leftovers were to have while waiting for their flight home. I just had my lunch right there and it was good and sinfully delicious. If you are on this side of the island, or anywhere on the west side and want that malasada fix, consider coming to this mobile malasada wagon to get it. This Leonard mobile malasada truck is located in the parking lot of the Waikele shopping center. You may need to circle the property to find it, like howe we did. It's basically next to the Petco and there's a Starbucks and McDonald's relatively nearby. They accept major credit cards, which is always good thing. Then there's cash too, which is good. At the time of the experience, most people were wearing face masks when ordering. The staff here was friendly and also fast. It's pretty amazing how they can produce a lot of turnover in so short of time. After we got our order, we ended up sitting at a bench in front of the PetCo store and I ended up going to the Starbucks for a drink to complete the meal with a refreshment. While I carpooled here, best bet would be to drive here. Plenty of parking, especially when you're at the Waikele shopping center. Plenty of room to park, but best bet would be to come during the non peak times for best selection of spaces. If you are like me (on any given day), best to take the Country Express "E" bus from downtown / Waikiki. Malasadas are Hawai'I's gift to the world. Come on down for your next fix. 4.0 stars for the overall experience. 5.0 stars for the food. 3.5 stars for the prices and the ambiance. Support local! B read more

Easy to find location and fast service for fresh, hot, yummy malasadas. Would definitely recommend!

Super delicious malasadas! Hands down the original and best on island. We used to like their original, plain malasadas a lot but once they came out with the ones with filling, I was definitely head over heels in love with those. My favorite is the custard or lilikoi filling. Even those the fillings are sweet, it somehow seems to almost balance out the sugariness of the pastry! A super yummy and awesome treat. Not too oily either, and their service is as fast as can be for making fresh malasadas! read more

Love Malasadas. But not same Why so thick. Excellent service Okay ambiance. Hardly read more

What can be said about Leonard's malasadas that hasn't already been said? Nothing! Everyone who tastes them knows how soft, pillowy, and sugary sweet they are. I got a dozen mixed to take as a dessert for the first night my brother and his family was here visiting. While I was only the 4th one in line the wait was about 15 minutes. However no complaints from me because I got fresh, just out of the fryer, maladadas. So hot, so sugary, so perfect! read more

I love malasadas...especially when it's fresh and HOT!!! Had dinner at curry house and right across the street in Sears parking lot sits this Malasada truck. Had to stop and get a dozen - 6 original and 6 Custard. My husband laughed as the guy asked him for $19.and change. He said i remembered when this was 65. cents each! Yeah well that was 30 years ago. lol. read more

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#58 review for 2019 (checked-in 23NOV19). Flavor: MUST GET MALASADAS FROM LEONARD'S! It is no secret that I may be Leonard's Bakery's #1 fan. Even after sampling various bakeries on Oahu and the other islands, I have yet to experience a better malasada - nothing comes close. They cook it to order - perfect! It is hot and fresh - perfect! Tossed with just the right amount of sugar - perfect! Extra sugar on the bottom of the bag to coat the "inside" portions - perfect! Crispy on the outside - perfect! Fluffy airy pockets on the inside - perfect! Ambiance: Not required for the enjoyment of the malasada. The red and white striped truck and the pink plastic bag is enough "décor" for me. Value: $1.25 a piece - what more can I say? Service: The lady at the truck was pleasant and processed my order quickly. read more

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1 star for the malasadas itself. I love Leonard's malasadas I could buy it everyday... and I'm all about supporting small businesses during this time. Minus 4 stars for sanitation and service. During this COVID time I really look at how sanitary shops are... and the workers were talking and coughing without a mask on. Of course once they see me head towards the window they put on their mask. Then I see the man cleaning his ear... after that he took the tong and put my malasadas in my box ... no hand washing or hand sanitizing .... I was soo disappointed. Then all I heard them say to me is "hi" and "sign" ... and that's it! This really stopped me from going there in the morning. I probably will need to go to the main store now but it's so far away from me... so it won't be as often as I want to go. So I'm hoping for management to communicate with the workers to follow rules and be more sanitary. read more

This wagon was a bit hard for us to find. One of the social media sites had their location a bit off on their map. It's located at the far edge of the shopping center. I used to think malasadas were the bomb, including the plain ones. This time, it wasn't so great and I'm not sure why. I'll have to try again soon. read more

It is honestly a good Malasada with a poor customer service. I'll prefer to go to different location read more

First time trying these delectable deep fried pillows of doughy goodness...and I have to say they did not disappoint! They were so very hot and remained that way for the ride home despite blasting the A/C. read more

A Leonard's Bakery - The O.G. (Original Goodness)- huge, fluffy & so yum! WARNING! Once you bite, you can't stop. - Desserts Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

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This Leonard's Bakery food truck was my first stop in Oahu, and it was absolute heaven. We come to Oahu just about every year, but since there's not much food on the plane during the pandemic, basically we landed, got our bags, picked up our rental car, and drove straight to Leonard's. Yes, it was that good. I've had good malasadas on the mainland, but nothing beats this freshly fried, golden, fresh treasure from the OG. We watched them hand make every single one while we waited in anticipation. We had: - Haupia filled, 5/5 - Custard filled, 5/5 - Li hing mui, 5/5 - Original, 4/5 They were all delicious. read more

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We order 6 custards filled malasadas, only to find that it's regular malasadas!!! Waikele doesn't have a phone in their mobile truck so gonna drive back out to get correct order. read more

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After hiking KOKO head and passing by this truck everyday while here in Oahu, I finally stopped in to try it. Yes, they are amazing. Yes, do try these! They are so fluffy and so warm. The custard was my favorite. They are very reasonably priced. It was my first time having a malasadas, so this is my standard every time I try new ones from elsewhere. read more

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I am a donut fiend! So naturally going to Hawaii, Leonard's was definitely on my to-do list. These malasadas are amazing! They are freshly made, meaning they are going to be hot when you get them. You would think that in the summer when it is 90 degrees out you would want something cold to combat the heat, but these donuts are something else. All the flavors are good and they add a little bit of extra flavor with them tossing all the donuts in some sugar. When you bite into the donuts they are the perfect texture, super airy and fluffy with just enough of a crunch from the outer layer of fried dough and sugar. The fillings that you can choose are all super balanced when it comes to the sweetness levels, with no flavor being overly sweet. You have to try these donuts when you are in Hawaii! read more

A Leonard's Bakery - Desserts Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

I love Leonard's Malasada's and the ones from the Malasada Mobile Wagon's are the same as the ones at their Kapahulu Bakery. They come-out hot, freshly made and are absolutely onoliscious! The mobile wagons don't have the variety like they do at the bakery, but they taste just as good. I found this wagon while driving around Pearl City. I ordered two Dobash filled puffs and a custard filled puff. They were hot and hit the spot perfectly. I have a serious sweet tooth, so eating Malasada's is an absolute joy. read more

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What is there not love about a fresh, hot malasada rolled in sugar? Nothing. Worth every calorie. You can choose from the Haupia(coconut) filled, Chocolate(this tasted like dobash filling) or custard. The line at their store in Honolulu is long..so if you can find one of their trucks go there instead. Still the same quality just a shorter line. I do wish they had guava as an option but this is not a game changer. The staff is friendly. Great service and you don't wait forever. If you do have to wait a few minutes...we'll it's because their making you fresh hot Malasadas. read more

A Leonard's Bakery - 6 pack - Desserts Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

I seen a lot of reviews about Leonard's Bakery and the hot malasadas, after leaving Pearl Harbor we seen the Malasada Mobile parked near a shopping center and we had to stop. It was a line when we pulled up but it went pretty fast. I tried all three of the malasada coating flavors original, cinnamon sugar, li hing, and the custard filing. I wasn't a fan of the hi hing, which is a sweet and sour coating. The best one was the custard. I like how they cook as you order. My order was literally fresh out the crease, so hot they I had to wait until it cooled off to eat. They have picnic tables beside the truck to sit and eat at. read more

A Leonard's Bakery - Desserts Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

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The malasadas are hot and fresh. This is a much easier location to get your malasada fix instead of trying to go to the one in Waikiki! Same taste and easier parking as it's located in a parking lot near the outlets. You can always stop here for a malasada after shopping! read more

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OMG...Leonard's makes the best malasadas I have ever had! These are sooo good when they come out fresh and hot with the crunchy outside and the moist inside. I am salivating just thinking of them. I had them last week on a trip to Oahu and always try to make a stop when I go to the island. I got there early in the morning so there was no wait at all. I got a half dozen of the original and one of the haupia (coconut). Both were excellent but the original is my go to since it was made fresh so it was piping hot. The haupia was made previously and was not hot when I got it. It was still good but just not as good as a fresh original. It's a good thing I do not live in the area or else my waistline would be paying for it! Can't wait to go back the next time I am in Oahu! read more

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Found this place by chance on my last trip to Oahu. This is one of the place everyone mentions to check out if you're going to Oahu. It's a tourist spot in and of itself. Luckily the line was nonexistent when we found this spot and we got our order of one of everything pretty quickly. I would rate these pastries as good, but not so amazing that you must visit this spot. You probably won't regret eating here, but don't go out of your way. They're basically like a typical stuffed donut with filling, except the bread part is more airy. Flavors include custard, chocolate, haupia, etc. Haupia is the only unique flavor, but isn't so different from the custard flavor. I've had plenty of similar donuts. Four stars because it's good, but not the most amazing thing I've had in my life. read more

A Leonard's Bakery - Leanard mobile truck - Desserts Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

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It breaks my heart to give a bad review of Leonard's malasadas since they are one of our favorites but I was extremely disappointed with Leonard's Mobile Wagon in Waikele. We bought malasadas yesterday. When I got the box from the window, it wasn't hot. When we got home which is just a 5 minute drive from Waikele, I opened the box and saw the malasadas were obviously very burnt and it smelt burnt. It tasted bitter and old and was soaking with grease! We ended up throwing it away. What a waste of money since a dozen of the original sugar is over $23 with tax! Leonard's main office should do a quality check on these mobile wagons. Leonard's reputation will be ruined if they keep making gross and terrible product. People expect more especially when everything costs a lot more. I'm not going back to the Waikele location. read more

A Leonard's Bakery - Original - Desserts Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

If you are craving Leonard's, I would highly recommend coming to this location! There's almost always no line, and if there is, it's really short. I've been to both locations, and the original location never has parking and is always packed because of tourists. You get the same Malasadas here as you would get at the original location, but faster. The Malasadas are amazing! I love that they are always hot and fresh. My personal favorite is the cinnamon sugar. If you're looking for something a little sweeter, I would go with the custard filled. The mobile wagon is located in the parking lot of Pearlridge Center. They have a 5$ minimum if you are paying with credit. read more

Every time we drop in, we knock out the errands first. It just so happens this truck is along the way and we hit it every time. You just can't beat a Hot, Fresh Cinnamon Sugar Malasada! Don't wait to eat. Sure, take pics for proof. Eat it hot. Can get filled, but it just pudding. GMonkey never waited more than one person in line. Always fresh, always happy. Can go to original bakery if you really want to stand in a line. But can also do that at the bank or post office. read more

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Take the time to go to town on Kapahulu. This truck does not live up to the name. Maybe it's because I stopped in the late afternoon, but these were not nearly as airy and delicate at the fresh ones I'm used to. Peaking inside the truck I saw a mound of malasadas being picked up and dusted angrily by the lady working the register. They may have been understaffed, but I wasted $20 on bad service and bad product. read more

For me Kapahulu location is just impossible for me get some malasada. So I was happy to see Leonard's truck across from Chili's or at the end of zippy's parking lot at downtown pearlridge. The only gripe I have is the wait. But it's all worth it because you get fresh malasada. My favorite is the cinnamon sugar with nothing inside. I ate them 1 hour after I got them and it was still yummy. Leonard's malasada is airy/light inside but soft. They coat cinnamon sugar just perfectly so you're not eating a bucket full of sugar. I hope the truck stays there for along time. read more

A Leonard's Bakery - Desserts Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

We finished these in less than ten minutes haha. kinda regret not going to the actual bakery because there were only three flavors and they were really THAT good. So hot, so fresh, so crispy! we got three different kinds of malasadas filled with chocolate, custard, and coconut filling. we also got one plain with just sugar but it was still amazing. So pillowy and yummmm! there were so many people in line and not that many people working but despite that, you were able to get your donuts relatively fast! read more

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A friend recommended Leonard's a while ago and I'm so grateful . I've never had a malasada prior to eating Leonard's so I don't have anything to compare them to . Regardless, they're incredible and a favorite in our household. I really like the cinnamon sugar ones and my kids loved the chocolate filled ones. I'll say the filling is perfect - it's not too thick and heavy it's super light and easy to eat plenty of. read more

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Who doesn't love Leonard's malasadas?!?! Especially when no one at your workplace brought any on Fat Tuesday :( This truck is conveniently located in the lower Pearlridge Mall where Zippy's and Sears are at. The famous red and white truck can found in the parking lot with the lovely aroma. Your stomach will be growling away like mines did. The prices are the same as the main truck in Waikele Center and the main store in Kapahulu street. The hours vary between all locations. This mobile truck is open from 6am to 8pm. Except Saturdays they open at 12pm. The only thing I hate is the lightening surrounding the truck is so dim at night. So I feel very unsafe to walk by myself to the truck and back to my car. If you are a female, go with someone or have somebody escort you. The area can be quite sketchy at night. I can see myself coming every now and then. Happy malasadas eating!!!!!! read more

A Leonard's Bakery - Happiness - Desserts Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

This for the Pearlridge Wagon location. Always a favorite local sweet treats. None to little wait time on service and orders. Prices and info available in my pics. read more

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Came here in the afternoon on a weekday so there was no line at all. We got the 6 piece box with 4 original and 2 cinnamon ones. My boyfriend loved the cinnamon one and ate both of them in one sitting while I finished 2 of the original ones. Honestly the best Malasada ever and I come back for more every time I come to Hawaii. Definitely will come back for more when I go back! read more

A Leonard's Bakery - Malasada - Desserts Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

The pasteries are great. However, look at your order before you leave. I had a simple order, 2 of each filled custard, haupia and dobash in a box and 2 regular separately. When the order was ready, I went to pick it up went back to my vehical ate the regular malasadas then drove home. When I got home (20 miles away) wanting to suprize my grandkids, I got the suprize. They were all regular and not one with filling. read more

Just the sight of the red and white food truck is enough to make me stop. Leonard's Malasadas are the best on the island. This food truck is located in the Pearlridge downtown parking lot across from Sears. There can be a long lineup, but service is quick and the short wait will be worth it. The malasadas come in a variety of flavors, sugar coatings, or fillings. Malasadas are 1.25 each, the filled Malasada puffs are 1.60 each. They come fluffy, hot and delicious. The fillings are great especially the haupia and custard. You can't go wrong with any of the flavors, and you will eventual want to try them all. I waited in line with some tourists who went out of their way just to snag a dozen. Lucky for us, we can have malasadas anytime we want. This place is an awesome local stop. read more

Malasadas from the mobile wagon are just as good as and piping hot, often without the super long line as the brick and mortar store. Score! read more

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Fresh Malasada's!!! You must take bite as soon as you get your box. That is when it's the best! Lines are long so expect to wait. It's a good mix of tourist and locals at this location. They offer plain with sugar and also stuffed Malasada's. Price is good and parking is easy. read more

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First time in Oahu and Leonard's malasadas is a must try. So glad we did. Malasadas are so yummy and not too sweet. Hubby and I can't decide what to get so we got all the flavors. read more

A Leonard's Bakery - Assorted malasadas - Desserts Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

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