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We had the banana bread and their sour dough and a coffee. The coffee hit the spot as we sat outside on the small bench and devoured a regular banana bread. I apologize for the photo of just the final bite as it was so good we forgot to take a photo of it. The next day we used the sour dough bread to have with our egg breakfast and it was nice and soft on the inside with a harder outside crust, it was perfect. I was surprised to see that I could purchase two sour dough loafs for the price of 1, so the price was on point. It is located right in old-town pahoa on the main street that everyone goes on back in the day.
3rd year in a row of ordering our daughters birthday cake from Bananarama. They are always incredibly sweet and helpful. The cake turned out amazing and so cute. Our daughter requested a yellow ducky cake and they delivered in looks and taste. Always a go-to for special occasion cakes! I recommend them to all our friends and family.
Incredible all-vegan bakery!! They also have a ton of gluten free and sugar free options. I tried their banana bread, pineapple lilikoi bar, purple sweet potato cheesecake, and banana cream pie, and everything was absolutely delicious. The desserts are not too sweet, and all the flavors and textures were incredible. They also have some savory plant based strombolis and various kinds of bread. I will definitely be back to try a stromboli and some other desserts!
vegan, gluten free, kosher and all things nice. Being vegan is tough, being vegan and gluten free is even tougher so I very rarely eat dessert. I spotted this place on HappyCow and man was I a HappyHuman to find coconut lilikoi (passion fruit) cake! The cake was not too sweet which balanced well with the sweetness of the frosting. It was yum. I got two slices. I also tried the gluten free bread which was tasty when toasted but a bit crumbly when sliced. My friend got the chocolate banana cake and loved it. What a gem in a tiny little town. My only qualm, which is my qualm about most places, is that the to-go containers weren't sustainable.
HAVE I BEEN SLEEPING UNDER A ROCK? @bananaramabakery was such a vibe, and the decor definitely lives up to the name. They're located in Pāhoa Town, and they're open 7 days a week. Now that I've been "exposed," I'll definitely have to stop here regularly. I had such an excellent "first-timer" experience, and I'm itching to eat through the entire menu. As a first-timer, I only got a few things because I wasn't sure what to expect. Here's what I got; Banana Caramel Cake Notes: OMG! There was only one slice left, so I'm glad I got it, but let me tell you, if a whole cake were available, I would've bought it, no questions asked! The banana caramel cake checked all the boxes! It was moist, flavorful, and balanced. It was sweet but not overly sweet, and that caramel frosting had a deep and rich flavor. This is one of the better cakes I've had in a while. Rating: 10/10 Banana Cream Pie Cupcake Thoughts: We ate our little haul outside, and I'm so glad we decided to eat there instead of taking it home to consume because after I ate this cupcake, I went right back in and ordered a dozen. OMG! The cupcake is a banana cupcake with a banana pudding center, topped with a rich vanilla frosting and a banana chip. Best CUPCAKE I've had in a long time! I'll be dreaming of these for sure. Who knows, maybe I'll swing by again today Rating: 100/10 Lavender Lemonade Thoughts: This was one of the BEST lemonades I've ever had. The lavender's floral notes of mint and rosemary really come through and paired beautifully with the vibrancy and tartness of the freshly squeezed lemonade. If you see this when you go, make sure to try it. Rating: 10/10 Citrus Refresher (lemon, lime, lilikoi, and coconut) Thoughts: I could talk for days, so I'll spare you all and keep things short. This is another MUST Rating: 10/10 Tahitian Lime Bar & Liliko'i Lemon Bar Thoughts: The flavor of each bar is perfect. The Tahitian lime and the lilikoi lemon flavors are undeniably tasty and accurate, I might add, but the crust didn't really do it for me. The crust on both bars was crumbly and didn't have a lot of flavor. Typically with good lemon or lime bars, you look for that sweet, buttery, and rich crust to counteract the tartness of the lemon/lime filling. The crust is the make-it-or-break-it piece of the dish because, without a good crust, there's no cohesiveness, and that's what it felt like. It felt like the filling was one thing, and the crust was another. If @bananaramabakery can find a way to bring the two together, these would be delicious! Rating: 6/10 These homemade strombolis, courtesy of @bananaramabakery, were insanely good! And when they say they make everything from scratch, they mean "everything!" They even make their own marinara and garlic sauce, so I had to try them both. The three strombolis we got today were the Italian sausage and pesto with mozzarella, the pepperoni with mozzarella, and the spinach with mozzarella. All three were perfect! There's absolutely nothing that I could critique. For anyone who may not be familiar with what strombolis are, think of rolled-up pizza served with your sauce of choice which speaking of, I highly recommend one of each (i.e., marinara and garlic). I am still trippin' over that garlic sauce. That sauce has me in shambles! For those who read my review yesterday, add their strombolis to the list of "must-try" foods! Absolutely stunning! P.S. Order it heated up and if any of you see me heading out to Pāhoa again, tell me to turn around and go to the gym I'm sorry I don't have more pictures. I only made videos. You can go to my IG to check out my reels. I'll have the two Bananarama Bakery videos pinned for the next month My IG is @bigislandfoodieandtraveler
If you're into sweets, then this is your place! The interior is cute but seatings are only outside. My cousin and I tried the bing bong, lilikoi cake, and their brownie. If you have a sweet tooth then you're going to love it here. I, on the other hand, am not a sweet tooth. I found everything way too sweet for my liking. The brownie was just too rich for me. I did enjoy the lilikoi cake since the lilikoi gave a more citrus taste which masked the sweetness of the cake. Don't get me wrong, the cake was dense but also moist. My cousin loved her bing bong and ate all of it. Not sure why we didn't get banana bread, especially with the bakery called banananrama. read more
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Bhgcf H.
Mahalo, Jonna! Next time you're in, please ask the cashier as we have…
Bananarama is a hidden gem, and their lilikoi lemon bars are out of this world! The perfect mix of tangy passionfruit and bright lemon on a buttery, crumbly crust creates the ultimate tropical treat. Every bite is fresh, vibrant, and unforgettable. The laid-back, welcoming vibe makes it a perfect spot to stop and treat yourself. Whether you're a local or visiting Hilo, don't miss out--Bananarama's lilikoi lemon bars are hands-down one of the best desserts on the island! read more
To find a vegan bakery in a small town was a nice surprise. I got the focaccia bread and it was sooooo good. The lady at the register was so kind and patient in helping my friends and I pick something according to our preferences and taste buds. My friends got a pudding and a cookie. I loved it! It was sooooo cute read more
We had the banana bread and their sour dough and a coffee. The coffee hit the spot as we sat outside on the small bench and devoured a regular banana bread. I apologize for the photo of just the final bite as it was so good we forgot to take a photo of it. The next day we used the sour dough bread to have with our egg breakfast and it was nice and soft on the inside with a harder outside crust, it was perfect. I was surprised to see that I could purchase two sour dough loafs for the price of 1, so the price was on point. It is located right in old-town pahoa on the main street that everyone goes on back in the day. read more
1 year ago
3rd year in a row of ordering our daughters birthday cake from Bananarama. They are always incredibly sweet and helpful. The cake turned out amazing and so cute. Our daughter requested a yellow ducky cake and they delivered in looks and taste. Always a go-to for special occasion cakes! I recommend them to all our friends and family. read more
10 months ago
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Mahalo Michele!
Incredible all-vegan bakery!! They also have a ton of gluten free and sugar free options. I tried their banana bread, pineapple lilikoi bar, purple sweet potato cheesecake, and banana cream pie, and everything was absolutely delicious. The desserts are not too sweet, and all the flavors and textures were incredible. They also have some savory plant based strombolis and various kinds of bread. I will definitely be back to try a stromboli and some other desserts! read more
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vegan, gluten free, kosher and all things nice. Being vegan is tough, being vegan and gluten free is even tougher so I very rarely eat dessert. I spotted this place on HappyCow and man was I a HappyHuman to find coconut lilikoi (passion fruit) cake! The cake was not too sweet which balanced well with the sweetness of the frosting. It was yum. I got two slices. I also tried the gluten free bread which was tasty when toasted but a bit crumbly when sliced. My friend got the chocolate banana cake and loved it. What a gem in a tiny little town. My only qualm, which is my qualm about most places, is that the to-go containers weren't sustainable. read more
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Bhgcf H.
Mahalo for your review! Just FYI virtually all of our to go items are…
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HAVE I BEEN SLEEPING UNDER A ROCK? @bananaramabakery was such a vibe, and the decor definitely lives up to the name. They're located in Pāhoa Town, and they're open 7 days a week. Now that I've been "exposed," I'll definitely have to stop here regularly. I had such an excellent "first-timer" experience, and I'm itching to eat through the entire menu. As a first-timer, I only got a few things because I wasn't sure what to expect. Here's what I got; Banana Caramel Cake Notes: OMG! There was only one slice left, so I'm glad I got it, but let me tell you, if a whole cake were available, I would've bought it, no questions asked! The banana caramel cake checked all the boxes! It was moist, flavorful, and balanced. It was sweet but not overly sweet, and that caramel frosting had a deep and rich flavor. This is one of the better cakes I've had in a while. Rating: 10/10 Banana Cream Pie Cupcake Thoughts: We ate our little haul outside, and I'm so glad we decided to eat there instead of taking it home to consume because after I ate this cupcake, I went right back in and ordered a dozen. OMG! The cupcake is a banana cupcake with a banana pudding center, topped with a rich vanilla frosting and a banana chip. Best CUPCAKE I've had in a long time! I'll be dreaming of these for sure. Who knows, maybe I'll swing by again today Rating: 100/10 Lavender Lemonade Thoughts: This was one of the BEST lemonades I've ever had. The lavender's floral notes of mint and rosemary really come through and paired beautifully with the vibrancy and tartness of the freshly squeezed lemonade. If you see this when you go, make sure to try it. Rating: 10/10 Citrus Refresher (lemon, lime, lilikoi, and coconut) Thoughts: I could talk for days, so I'll spare you all and keep things short. This is another MUST Rating: 10/10 Tahitian Lime Bar & Liliko'i Lemon Bar Thoughts: The flavor of each bar is perfect. The Tahitian lime and the lilikoi lemon flavors are undeniably tasty and accurate, I might add, but the crust didn't really do it for me. The crust on both bars was crumbly and didn't have a lot of flavor. Typically with good lemon or lime bars, you look for that sweet, buttery, and rich crust to counteract the tartness of the lemon/lime filling. The crust is the make-it-or-break-it piece of the dish because, without a good crust, there's no cohesiveness, and that's what it felt like. It felt like the filling was one thing, and the crust was another. If @bananaramabakery can find a way to bring the two together, these would be delicious! Rating: 6/10 These homemade strombolis, courtesy of @bananaramabakery, were insanely good! And when they say they make everything from scratch, they mean "everything!" They even make their own marinara and garlic sauce, so I had to try them both. The three strombolis we got today were the Italian sausage and pesto with mozzarella, the pepperoni with mozzarella, and the spinach with mozzarella. All three were perfect! There's absolutely nothing that I could critique. For anyone who may not be familiar with what strombolis are, think of rolled-up pizza served with your sauce of choice which speaking of, I highly recommend one of each (i.e., marinara and garlic). I am still trippin' over that garlic sauce. That sauce has me in shambles! For those who read my review yesterday, add their strombolis to the list of "must-try" foods! Absolutely stunning! P.S. Order it heated up and if any of you see me heading out to Pāhoa again, tell me to turn around and go to the gym I'm sorry I don't have more pictures. I only made videos. You can go to my IG to check out my reels. I'll have the two Bananarama Bakery videos pinned for the next month My IG is @bigislandfoodieandtraveler read more
2 years ago
1 year ago
The cinnamon roll is my go to when I want something sweet. I also just got the guacamole dip. Homemade and so fresh. A must try with the dip if you've never had it. Staff always friendly. Never a disappointment. Mahalo. read more
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Bhgcf H.
Mahalo Levi! So glad you enjoyed the guac! Please feel free to also…
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We have gotten a birthday cake here 3 years in a row and it always tastes and looks amazing. The cake we get doesn't come in a smaller size which is unfortunate because it is large for 2 people. The prices are a little high, but the service is great and the cake tastes amazing! read more
2 years ago
Very cute bakery with great desserts! The banana bread was wonderful and guava cake was moist and delicious! Service was phenomenal! The worker was friendly and so welcoming! read more
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This woman is an "influencer" and every horrific stereotype about Gen…
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2 years ago
Great bakery with lots of options for gluten-free, dairy-free, delicious treats. Bright and cheery and friendly service! read more
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Bhgcf H.
Mahalo for your review, Wendy!
3 years ago
well cute but, tast soso...vagan is okay but is taste bland.. need more fruity Banana cup cake was good read more
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Bhgcf H.
Mahalo for your review. Without knowing what you had, it's difficult…
1 year ago
2 years ago
Downtown bakery with a good selection of breads and cakes. friendly service. I went back for the sourdough, which is soft and chewy and delicious! Makes great toast. The banana bread is good too, but go for the sourdough, again and again... read more
I stopped in to pick up some dessert tonight and it was 15 minutes after closing time and they still served me. Everything looked excellent! I decided on a piece of the coconut cake and a bag of coffee beans to go. The coconut cake was so yummy!! I definitely want to come back and try some of the other things! read more
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Bhgcf H.
Mahalo! We're actually the only one in the whole state
3 years ago
Wow wow wow! My favorite food find on the Big Island! We had breakfast next door and stumbled upon this gem by chance. I was floored to find out everything is plant-based / vegan! You wouldn't even be able to tell without asking as only certain things are labeled as plant-based (and anything with a green label is gluten-free). There is a large selection of baked goods, both sweet & savory. We got the Italian sausage, mozzarella, pesto stromboli to go and immediately regretted not getting more after we tried it later in the day. I loved the mango macadamia nut bar. We split a slice of the chocolate chip cookie cake - great. I tried two flavors of the banana breads and absolutely loved them. We also got the vanilla oatmeal cream pie that certainly didn't disappoint. Wish we had more time in the area to visit Bananarama again! So highly recommend a visit, not just for plant-based or gluten-free folks - trust me, you won't regret it! read more
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1 year ago
We simply cannot get enough of Bananarama Bakery!!! Everything -- and I mean EVERYTHING! -- we've purchased has been "Truly scrumptious; You're truly, truly scrumptious...!!!" Seriously!!! :D I have to admit that I'm not much of a "sweets" guy; so, for me, their focaccias are bellissimo...!!! (Or is it bellissima?) Whatever the gender, I've had four of 'em thus far (with another week left before we leave)!!! That said, the desserts have been super-duper! Service has always been with much Aloha, as well. This one's a Pāhoa winner, with exclamations abound...!!! :D read more
2 years ago
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Bhgcf H.
Mahalo for your review. We started as a home bakery on our banana…
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