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Delicious pastries! Line was long but decent. You get to select your pastries and put them on a tray and pay at the end. Line can move a little slow depending on how decisive people are with selecting but it wasn't too bad.
I arrived at least ten minutes before opening and there already was a line. There was a huge assortment of pastries during opening. I selected three and my favorite would be the haupia brioche buns. The bread was soft. The haupia wasn't overwhelmingly coconut-y and there were small coconut pieces on top. The Panana croissant (passion fruit, mango, and banana) was good too but after some time, the passion fruit was the only thing you could taste. The iced coffee was great as well!
We started our morning on the 4th of July in Waikiki. Everyone raves about this bakery, but their hours suck. They're open from 6:30am-11:30am. We got there around 10 and most of their pastries were out. They mostly had different varieties of bread left. They also had cake slices and sandwiches. They only had two types of pastries left: European Butter Croissant $7 and Valrhona Chocolate Croissant $7.50. We got one of each along with an iced haupia matcha latte $9.50 and a hot white mocha $7.50. The croissants were airy and flaky. My haupia matcha latte was delicious. No complaints there. I just wished that they were open later and had more pastries throughout the day. They have a glass panel, so you can see the pastry chefs in the back baking. They validate if you park at the Halepuna Waikiki Hotel. Halekulani Bakery was voted Best of Honolulu 2026 winner.
I heard the coconut cake here was amazing and it looked bomb. Got a slice for $14 and enjoyed it on the flight home. I'm not really a shredded coconut fan, so I don't really know why I wanted to try it...but the cake and the filling itself was good though. TIP: If you're a guest of the adjoining Halekulani Hotel, you get 10% off your purchase on Saturdays. I personally feel like hotel guests should get that discount every day, not just Saturday. Lines can get a bit long in the mornings, but it moves quick. We've tried the pastries before on a past visit, and recall they have a nice crunch when you bite into it, but otherwise, not super memorable.
Q: Why did the coffee bean keep checking his watch? A: He was pressed for time. Halekulani Bakery is a light, bright, wood-lined bakery featuring treats including croissants, muffins, and coffee. My waifu, Sherly M., told us to come here. As someone who doesn't eat too many sweets, even I found myself falling in love with this place. After a few hours at the beach, we popped into the Halekulani Bakery for a pick-me-up and some treats. $8 Salted Caramel Croissant, $7.50 Chocolate Croissant, $8.50 Guava Matcha, and a $7.50 White Mocha were ordered. AMAZING after a morning on the beach. The drinks were smooth and the croissants were flaky and delicious. I thought the salted caramel croissant would end up being too rich or too sweet but it was perfect with the earthiness of the guava matcha I was drinking. I need to get their coconut cake slice the next time I'm there!
Ok this is a treat you need to visit. Really good food and very friendly staff. They recommended the salt caramel croissant. We also got the cake.
I walked here for breakfast, I got a pabana croissant and a cappuccino. It's very good and the line is very fast. There are a few tables inside and also seating outside. But everything is pricey. But hey it's Hawaii.
We arrived around 9:30 AM, and since they're open daily from 6:30 AM to 11:30 AM, most of the pastries were already gone by the time we got there. Luckily, we managed to grab the last Pabana Croissant (passion fruit, mango, and banana) and a slice of coconut cake, there were only a few slices left! We're so glad we still had the chance to try their pastries and cake. The Pabana filling had a great balance of sweetness and flavor, not overly sweet. The passion fruit really stood out, with a slight hint of mango, though the banana flavor wasn't very noticeable. As for the coconut cake, it had a strong coconut aroma, a soft texture, and a rich, satisfying filling. The cream wasn't too sweet either, which made it even more enjoyable. Overall, we loved everything! If you're planning to try their pastries, definitely go early, items sell out quickly. Store hours are 6:30 AM to 11:30 AM daily. :)
I think the pastries were baked very well. Many of the custard and fillings had a Hawaiian or island twist. Lots of passion fruit and lilikoi. Kouign amann: 4/5 delicious but couldn't have too much because it was pretty sweet. Extremely caramelized and has an extra toasted slight burnt taste if you like that! Passionfruit pastry: 5/5 crispy flakey and light on outside like a perfect flat croissant with creamy passionfruit custard. Mango cream cheese bread: 3/5 I would skip. Bread was like sour dough, tough to eat and not remarkable. Vanilla latte: 4/5 solid coffee, but maybe a little too roasted for my taste Long lines in the morning especially weekdays. Also very close to center of Waikiki and the Sheraton. There's also the spamusubi cafe nearby!! Plenty of seating outside and some inside too. Such a cute cafe/bakery.
Wow, I knew that this bakery was famous and I now know why. The salted caramel croissant was incredible. We also picked out a few other pastries but this one won the contest! The espresso machine was broken so we will be back tomorrow to try their lattes.
The Halekulani Bakery was good when they first opened. It is ahmazing now! Was privileged to visit again while friends staying at the Halekulani's sister property, the Helumoa. The bakery is actually in the Helumoa Hotel ACROSS the street from the Halekulani on Kalia Road... right next to Umi by Vikram Garg. Everything I've had here is spectacular. The fig and nut bread reminding me of my favorite in Korea. The pistachio raspberry croissant, had it two days in a row! Of course the signature salted caramel and chocolate croissant soooo good. The drip coffee or other fancier drink are perfect compliments (I really like their hot coffee on drip here tho expresso is available too). Looking for occasion to return for the elusive fig and prosciutto croissant and the delicious looking avocado toast. And if in the mood for their matcha guava latte. Tho, that drip coffee..! Parking is validated in the building for the first hour with purchase.
One of my former coworkers suggested that we stop by here to enjoy some morning pastries and catch up. It had been years since I visited Halekulani Bakery, so I was excited to check it out again. The gorgeous bread display immediately caught my eye upon entering, but it wasn't long before we were able to move through the line to the pastries. Holy perfect laminated dough, Batman! I cannot even fathom the technique it requires with the butter to get SO many layers of flaky, golden pastry. I opted to get the chocolate haupia brioche, garnished with chocolate flakes and a gold leaf. We were lucky enough to snag one of the tables as a family was leaving, so we got to enjoy our meals immediately. Yum! The brioche wasn't sugary and had a rich chocolate flavor. The textures inside were both creamy and crunchy, so it provided a nice contrast as I bit into different sections. I'm so glad I got to visit again after all this time. They have so many different options to try, so I want to come back before the trip is over, especially as the signature coconut cake and the beni-imo tarts both looked incredible!
Stopped in here for a quick coffee and was pleasantly surprised! This place has some tasty drinks and a ton of freshly made pastries - definitely worth checking out if you're looking for an easy breakfast spot.
Clean quick and nice service! A few selections and 40 dollars later I'm a child skipping home with sweet treats and caffeine. The store is well organized and clean, they have local seasonal pastries incorporated in their pastries and drinks. I was so curious about the guava matcha and it was so good. The crossiants were light and airy and if you like caramel definitely get the salted caramel - don't skip it's really good and gooey! read more
4 months ago
4 months ago
A Waikīkī must go to spot for sure!!! The entire experience is wonderful. I wish they had this in So Cal. It would be a hit. From the amazing greeting when you walk in to the wooden trays and tongs for self service. I had a Kona coffee and chocolate dessert. Wow! I will definitely go back to get another before heading back to the main land. read more
1 year ago
Clean, well-stocked, and definitely popular at 630am! Might be a tourist spot given the time, but this bakery is absolutely perfect for the jetlagged customer. Stopped in a little after 6:45am and there were a lot of people inside already! Though thankfully no line! The coffee menu is basic but perfect for what I needed. I got an iced oatmilk latte and an iced macnut latte (loved the latter which wasn't too sweet!). Pastries all looked amazing and I ended up with a chocolate croissant and a guava Danish! The guava danish center was a bit too thick and sweet for my personal preference but the guava flavor in the jam was darn good. Pretty addictive. BUT my favorite though was the chocolate croissant - it was perfect, sweetness, texture, flakiness...yum! I'll be back tomorrow since the hotel is next door and my friend said that the coconut cake is an absolute must-try! Definitely worth stopping in for your coffee and pre-breakfast breakfast! :) read more
After walking by many times, I finally stopped in to Halekulani Bakery and will definitely be going back on my next trip. Conveniently located by Beachwalk and across the street from the Halekulani Hotel, it boasts a pretty large space with nice outdoor and Indoor seating areas and self-serve pastry selection. I was very try impressed by their selection (and gluten free options) and a lot of the pastries incorporated local tropical fruits. My favorite was the guava danish which was a perfect breakfast for the beach. As I mentioned the gluten free options, I don't know how they do it but it didn't taste gluten free and the muffin was pretty delicious. Lastly I topped off this visit with an iced macadamia nut latte with soy and that went perfectly with the pastries. A visit here is a great way to start your morning and it won't break the bank. read more
Went on a Sunday morning around 10 am. They still had most of the pastries available when we went. I decided to get a coconut croissant and a piece of the coconut cake since i heard good things. The croissant was around $5 and the cake was $14. I think the price was a bit steep. The cake slices are on the smaller side as well, so it was hard to justify $14. Although it was expensive, the cake was delicious. It was not too sweet and was super fluffy. It has a filling inside and lots of coconut flakes on the outside. If you love coconut, I recommend trying at least once. read more
5 months ago
If you can transport a Parisian bakery to Waikiki - this is what it feels like! Best customer service, barista is a total pro and needs to teach classes. Had breakfast there for five days in a row. Coconut cake is out of this world. 10/10 read more
One of my favorite places to get pastries in the Waikiki area. There is some street parking available nearby, but it might be easier to walk depending on if you are staying somewhere nearby in the city. There's one large table inside and a few smaller tables outside. They put a lot of care into their pastries and each one is full of flavor and looks perfectly made. My favorite things to order are the pabana croissants and the coconut cake. The pastries are self service so each customer will grab a tray and tongs then place whichever items they want on the tray. Their croissants have the perfect crisp on the outside and are light and airy in the middle. They're packed with flavor and made for a really good snack. The coconut cake is very light and fluffy and is one of their best items. You can either purchase it as an entire cake or just by the slice. Although the price range is on the higher end, these are definitely worth a try based on the quality. read more
2 years ago
Beautiful baked goods! Not too long of a line when we went for breakfast and there was a lot to choose from. - Coconut Danish: 4/5 a little too much coconut filling for my tastes but I don't usually like coconut - Mango Kouign-Amann: 5/5 crunchy caramelized sugar outer layer, sweet inside - Pabana Croissant: 5/5 my favorite! Love the fruit combo - Matcha Cream pan: 4/5 read more
6 months ago
We stayed at the Halekulani hotel which is how we tried the bakery. I'm not sure I'd have tried it otherwise since it's small and only opens in the early mornings. So so so glad we tried because every single item is so good. Some of the unexpected items are really amazing too like the macadamia bread. All the pastries were delicious and of course their signature coconut cake. Got the guava matcha latte 3 times because it was so good! Dreaming of this place since our Hawaii trip ended! read more
6 months ago
Always quick service, fresh pastries, good prices. The food is amazing!!! Ham and cheese croissants are my son's favorite. He always gets two. I always get the quiche. It's so fluffy. Everything is divine! read more
7 months ago
10 months ago
Hakekulani Bakery only opens for breakfast. There's always a line of waiting customers about 15-20 deep. So do come early and prepare for at least a 15 minutes of wait time until your turn . The breakfast food here is deliciously phenomenal! And so is the coffee. The service is super friendly. This is a great way to say Aloha to a beautiful day in Waikiki. read more
There are so many coffee shops around Waikīkī, and I was really excited to try this cafe based on the rave reviews. I got the macadamia nut latte and macadamia nut cinnamon roll. I personally thought the coffee and pastries were pretty standard. I'm glad I satisfied my curiosity, but I probably won't be back since there are so many other cafes to try! I did enjoy that it was located in a quieter pocket of Waikiki, so I was able to enjoy my coffee and pastry in their outdoor seating area! read more
Halekulani Bakery opens promptly at 6:30am and there's a line of at least 30+ customers waiting before opening. My first time here and the Butter and Chocolate Croissant were delicious. The place is clean and decor is very nice. There's inside & outside seating. All the staff were kind and patient. I'll be back tomorrow morning before I fly back to the mainland. ALOHA read more
4 months ago
8 months ago
Pastries were good,..on the pricier side, but it may be expected in Waikiki. Nice outside seating available and there was a line out the door, but it moved quickly. read more
Small bakery located across from the Halekulani hotel. Popular on a Sunday morning. Tables inside and outside. Parking at the hotel next to it which is premium cost ($4 for 20 minutes). Or parking at Royal Hawaiian or International Marketplace and walk over. Service was friendly. You pick up a tray, and pick up the pasties you desire. The pastries aren't cheap, but they are worth the try. Famous for their signature coconut cake! It is a decadent, moist, rich cake with coconut layers. $14/per slice, but the quality is there. You can also find this cake in their hotel restaurant/lounges like Lewers Lounge. We tried multiple pastries, including the chocolate croissant, ham/cheese croissant, pistachio pastry, kona coffee pastry etc. All were excellent, buttery, and high quality. Would come back! read more
4 months ago
1 year ago
Cute bakery with a variety of pastries, bread, all the good stuff. I couldn't pick just one, so I got a bunch of stuff to bring back to the hotel and actually liked them all! My most favorite ones were the macadamia nut baguette and sticky cinnamon roll with macadamia nuts - Gotta go all out mac nut everything while in Hawaii, right? read more
We only went there to pick up the pastries but didn't seat down. However the area feels like any coffee shop. There were seating areas that you can hang out and enjoy your food and coffee. The food I bought, which were a Valrhona croissant, salted caramel croissant and a guava croissant, were so delicious. I would come back here next time for sure! read more
2 years ago
On my quest to try every croissant in Waikiki I stumbled across this beautiful little cafe on yelp. Mistakenly, I went to the Halekulani Hotel at first, but was kindly told by the concierge that the bakery is across the street. Confusing, for sure. Once inside the cafe you can experience the zen and calming vibes that you would at the hotel lobby as well. The staff is kind and gracious. Pastries looked delectable but I settled on one prosciutto danish with goat cheese and fig jam. Might come back for the curry pan later though. The coffee was smooth and delicious. I would definitely return for another zen moment. read more
5 months ago
The Halekulani Bakery is the newest bakery in Waikiki, located across from the Halekulani Hotel. They are known for their signature Coconut Cake (which goes for a whopping $14 per slice or $104 for a whole cake). They are open Wednesday - Sunday, 6:30am - 11:30am. At 6:30am, they already have a line forming, but as the day goes on, I feel like the line actually decreases... speaking as someone who went four days in a row during my trip before taking a remote meeting at 7am. Regardless, the bakery is somewhat tucked away and so not sure how many tourists outside of that corner of Waikiki actually know about it. Over my four day adventure, my family and I tried: NY RASPBERRY CRONUT- cream-filled circular croissant with a sweet raspberry buttercream. They rotate flavors weekly starting Weds and have pistachio and chocolate as well (I know this because I kept waiting for them to bring pistachio out but they never did!). While the presentation was Instaworthy, this was my least favorite of the pastries. MACADAMIA NUT STICKY BUN - This one was EXCELLENT! Super chewy, sticky, and not overly sweet. If you like cinnamon rolls, you'll like this one. LEMON CURRANT SCONE - Nice and lemony and is packed with lots of currants. It's a soft, dense, and buttery. TROPICAL CROISSANT (BANANA, MANGO, LILIKOI) - this croissant is unique and has super fruity and slightly tart filling. The inside tasted a little like eating an underripe banana. MANGO KOUIGN-AMANN - while some Yelpers have said this was too sweet, i thought it was perfect! I loved the flakiness and the caramelized sugar. CHOCOLATE KONA KOUIGN-AMANN - this kouign-amann was also excellent and less sweet than the mango variety. I couldn't taste much kona coffee flavor though. BIG ISLAND CHOCOLATE MACADAMIA CROISSANT - even though I'm generall not a chocolate fan, this was my favorite croissant of the bunch! Lots of chocolate and great macadamia nut crunch in every bite. CHOCOLATE CROISSANT - this croissant is super pretty with a lacquer chocolate top! However, I enjoyed the macadamia version more. COCONUT DANISH - great coconut flavor but could use more filling. CREAM FILLED PAN - I think the cream in this one is a mix of whipped cream and pastry cream, giving it a lighter density than regular pastry cream. I enjoyed the vanilla notes. And lastly, a slice of their signature COCONUT CAKE - for $14, I think it's overpriced but if you want a real coconut cake, it's worth a try! It's the only coconut cake I've had that you can actually taste the coconut in the cake, filling, and frosting. It's creamy, rich, and has lots of coconut flakes. In terms of service, it's all self-serve except for the cold case and the coffee. The inside is kind of tight, but there is a big table inside for people to sit at as well as limited seating outside. TLDR, you can't go wrong here. Definitely one of the best higher end bakeries on the island! Overall: 5/5 for pastries, 5/5 for service, 5/5 for atmosphere read more
Feast your eyes on the island pastries. Pabana Croissant (Lilikoi, Mango, Banana), CustardCream Pan. Mango-Blueberry Muffin was extremely dry and crumbled when cut, please improve. Food: Lots of beautiful pastries to choose from. Fresh Orange juice and tasty Halekulani Coffees; Love the Lattes. Service: Efficient and clean, self service line. Grab a tongs and a tray to pick pastries to your hearts content. Ambiance: casual Waikiki cafe vibe. Enjoy your pastries and coffee under the umbrella's set up right outside the bakery. If you arrive early, you can listen to the morning tropical birds singing in the trees. Take a deep breath and relax, you're in Hawaii read more
1 year ago
So good I had to come twice on my short visit. Highly recommend if you're staying in this area! read more
2 years ago
I wish I found this place the first day of my trip to Oahu! Some of the best pastries I have tried, you can't go wrong with any item. I didn't get a chance to try any of the coffees, but I wouldn't expect any less of the drinks. The cashier was SO helpful as well, she recommended a couple of popular items and helped with all of my questions. The store was very clean and welcoming, a few seats inside and a lot of seating outside with umbrellas overhead. read more
So I woke up around 6am and looked at what's around to snack and coffee. So I decided to come here because it's over price and only opens from 6am to 11am daily. I knew I had to go because it's quite bougie. . So the verdict definitely worth the hype. I loved it. Here's what I had and my thoughts. . Coconut cake slice - 14 bucks. It was simple but sooo good. It's fluffy and not too sweet. But 14 for a slice is outta your mind. But so worth it. . Quiche - terrible skin on the tart. The inside of the egg was great. But a pass for 9 bucks. No more on this. I got this because mama loves her quiche too. . Ginger pineapple Danish- flaky crust and crispy. It was really good for the ginger and pineapple. Any Danish lover is a must try. . Pog croissant, nice cream filling inside and outside is layer of flaky in it. It was so good and must get vs the plain croissant if I get to choose again. . Coffee had the cold brew or ice americano and it was lovely. The coffee was so smooth and I would just go back for coffee and one pastry or just the coconut cake and call it a day. . Overall it was great sitting outside the hotel to enjoy some coffee and pastries. It was a very good experience and I would go back every time I'm in oahu for sure. Service was quick and just get a tray and pick out your own pastry with a tong then pay. Hope this review helps. Thanks for reading. Have a yelptastic day. read more
10 months ago
Every pastry we tried was so good just melt in your mouth goodness. Not to sweet just perfection! Workers are all very nice as well . You need to be early though to get the pastries you want . Will be back next year for sure read more
Came here after receiving a gift card and I got a mix of pastries, but I definitely loved the pistachio flavored croissant they had! Crispy/crunchy outside with pistachio cream inside - also loved their coffee! - Miguel Morales Photography read more
Absolutely love this bakery!! Highly recommend any of the items here! The croissants are flaky and crispy and delicious! The cream puff is out of this world fluffy and can visibly see the vanilla beans! The cakes are all delicious -- fruity and chocolatey. The staff are friendly and helpful with getting items out of the cooler and also ringing up and checking out the items. The outside seating is fun to sit and enjoy the desserts. read more
3 years ago
If you are in love with Halekulani's coconut cake like I am, you're in luck. You can buy the whole cake or just a slice at Halekulani Bakery, just right across the street from the Halekulani Hotel. A slice is $14 and the whole cake $65 or $105 depending on size. The bakery also offers other baked pastry delights and a selection of breakfast options. I don't have comment on other items yet as I only went for the cake. Hours of operation are Wednesday through Sunday 6:30a-11:30a. read more
2 years ago
So many selections for an indecisive individual like me! The caramel latte was a good coffee, I recommend you trying that. Service was quick and easy. Immediately walking in you're greeted with these many different flavors of pastries to choose from provided with a tray and a tong. Sort of like a pastry buffet! Halekulani Bakery is located right across from the Halekulani Hotel, it is very hard to miss. If driving, there is a parking structure at the end of the street. read more
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2233 Helumoa Rd
Honolulu, HI 96815
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The bakery offer any gluten-free options?
Yes, but very limited (maybe just one or two items are gluten free). I didn't pay attention to the desserts which may be GF, but they had at least a GF muffin option.
Does this location still offer breakfast buffet?
At the Halekukani Hotel across the lane they do. Believe it's at House Without a Key on weekends. Not at the bakery I don't think.
Do they accept apple pay?
What is offered on the breakfast buffet? Mahalo!
Sorry I haven't been to the breakfast buffet. I have reservations for Easter brunch buffet and was told by the staff that their previous holiday buffet was a big hit.
Can I have a light breakfast such as a pastry and coffee besides the buffet?
Yes, I recommend the chocolate brownie bread from the bakery.
