@fortunefoodfinds: "So happy it wasn't al-BREAD-y, gone! Flashback to last Friday when BRUG Bakery…read morecelebrated their 13th Anniversary in Hawaii with all of their pastries for $3 each. They opened at 8am, however, I didn't get there until around 1:30pm where luckily they announced the restock of baked goods so everything came right outta the oven n' was served warm. There were just a few people ahead of me so I waited in line no more than 10 mins. We inhaled it all immediately, which meant every sweet n' savory pastry was good. Would definitely go back to get it all again if I could!" SERVICE: fast n' fully staffed INTERIOR: small, boxes were premade, go around circle n' end at the register EXTERIOR: located on the bottom level at the Ala Moana Center WAIT TIME: 10 mins PARKING: free garage OVERALL COMMENTS: been going to Brug so when they announced they were having $3 pastries on their anniversary I had to stop by. Came at the right time, they were restocking their freshly baked goods. Got everything that was available n' eating them all warm made it even better in flavor n' texture. My kids went to town too n' enjoyed. Will continue to go to Brug Bakery for their yuMmmy sweet n' savory breads n' pastries!

Hmm... was there a complete change in staff for the weekend crew? We sure miss the former crew -…read morethey were SO friendly and helpful. Not the new crew. Very little interaction, no eye contact - and if we ask if they have a specific pastry coming out - they look like we've bothered them; especially the middle-aged lady with a ponytail that has just started working on the weekend. She looked so annoyed at our inquiries. There's only about 1/4 to 1/2 of the shelves ready with pastries at opening. Is this normal? Say goodbye to a nice friendly BRUG. Things have changed, and not for the better.

Extremely grateful that they were open today!!!! Extremely happy they had cakes for purchase after…read moreAiea Bowl didn't call me that they were closed due to the weather even though I paid for my order for pick up today. Love the strawberry shortcake. Thank you for being open! Thank you for being so kind.

I've decided to update my review on Elvin's when I was caught in a bind and they came through…read more However, it wasn't all cherries. You see, last Christmas I gave you my heart and the very next day, you gave it away. This year, to save me from tears........no, no. This never happened to me but Wham's "Last Christmas" which was written by George Michael, is overly played during the holidays in Japan. On a serious note, last Christmas I was jonesing for a yule log. I saw posts on IG and when I attempted to order one at a bakery on S King St, I was advised it was too late. At a Japanese themed bakery I was offered the option of a Christmas cake but wasn't in a mood for strawberry shortcake. I was on a mission. I recall attending a Christmas dinner at my cousin's a few years back where someone brought Yule logs and found that they were from Elvin's Bakery (EB). I also did a search on EB's photo gallery and saw one posted so I gave them a call. Placing an order via telephone was literally a piece of cake. It was confirmed to a tee and was also advised their closing on Christmas Day so pick up would be on Christmas Eve. I made payment over the phone. All done. The Yule log was a hit at Christmas dinner where it was visually stunning and tasty. It was not overly sweet nor dry. Well executed and decorated beautifully. So why not 5-stars? Picking it up was a shocker when the Yule log was placed in a cake box that clearly was meant for a 1/2 sheet cake (?) size so you had to be extra careful when transporting and storing. There was no support nor fillers in the box for the quite empty box as the Yule log was not meant for the box provided. In closing, I'm grateful EB came through with an amazing dessert for our holiday dinner but was caught off guard with their boxing. I'll need to think twice about ordering a Yule log again from them and will definitely order earlier and seek the options on Oahu before deciding on where to go.

Early bird gets the worm…read more I've been to 85°C Bakery Cafe Ala Moana (85) multiple times and just realized I haven't written a review yet. This store had its soft opening in October 2022 and has expanded to another store in Kapolei August 2023. 85 hails from Taiwan and started business in 1984. They offer quality baked goods using Asian ingredients such as taro, mochi, sesame and pork sung (floss) and boba. There's also an extensive list of hot and cold drinks you can get here. There are over 1000 locations internationally with most of them in Taiwan and China. They can also be found in Hong Kong, Australia and USA. Like most bakeries, limited quantities of baked goods are offered during the morning and highly recommended to come here earlier in the day for a better selection. Most of my visits are sadly in the afternoon after work but my last visit was memorable. My friends and I just got through celebrating a friend's birthday at a nearby restaurant where on the way back to my car I made a pitstop to here. As expected the shelves were quite bare with limited offerings but they had what I wanted: marble taro. I had just eaten dinner and was full but picked one for the road and paired it with a taro lavender latte. I literally had no room in my stomach even though over an hour had passed since I got home so I had the roll and drink for breakfast the next morning. The marble taro roll was just as good as I remembered. It was soft with a nice texture contrast with the creamy, mashed taro paste in between. It had just a good amount of sweetness where I could indulge and not feel guilty. The star had to be the taro lavender latte which I didn't have high expectations for. I like to sample drinks with lavender as I do enjoy floral essence as it's not offered at many places. I had requested my drink to be 50% sweet, which was the right decision as I need to watch my sugar intake. Service was above average. It wasn't busy when I arrived so the line moved quickly. The guy at the counter was energetic and courteous which made my experience there pleasant. It was past 7pm where there were some people utilizing the dining area but it was quiet. 85 can be very lively during peak hours with heavy foot traffic. Overall, I'm a fan of 85 where I'll be sure to stop by again. Just need to be careful as my numbers for sugar and cholesterol are being monitored and I'm currently on medication.

They should rename this place 92 Degrees Bakery because when I went in there on September 13 it was…read moreabout 92 degrees in there. Clearly something wrong with the A/C system. I got a loaf of bread and something else. Approached the register. The girl manning the registered had her back turned and was on her phone. She did a side glance and saw me then messed around on her phone for another 20 seconds or so before helping me. Got out of there, went to CPK for dinner. Moving stuff around in our bags the loaf of bread fell out of its bag and directly onto the restaurant floor. COME ON GUYS. USE A TWIST TIE ON YOUR PRODUCTS. Same thing for the small item we bought. Not secured in its bag. Won't be going back to this absolute clown show of a bakery. Just get rid of it and bring back Pearl Nightclub.

I highly recommend going to Epi-Ya Boulangerie & Patisserie for all your sweet and savory pastry…read moreneeds. Their staff are friendly and greets you upon entering. Once you step in the smell of fresh bread instantly fills the air. Located in the Times Arcade Mall on Beretania, there is plenty of parking in front of the bakery. Whenever I go I always get their Curry Pan, Apple Muffin, Shio Butter roll, and White Bread. Curry Pan: nice crispy exterior, soft bread interior and good Japanese curry filling Muffins: light flavoring and airy, not dense Shio Butter Roll: good balance of salt and butter. It may look plain but it packs a lot of flavor. White Bread: soft, buttery and they can slice the bread to your desired thickness

It's pretty nostalgic when you are able to take your baby to one of your favorite bakeries growing…read moreup I remember growing up and coming here with my mom to pick up an assortment of things. She would sometimes have ham rolls and raisin breadsticks waiting for us afterschool. My coworker said they have the best croissants on island. They are indeed very similar to those I've had in Paris. My favorites from Epi-Ya? The custard pudding! While plentiful in Tokyo, not very many establishments will make or sell custard pudding. Because of this, I would get one almost everyday when visiting Japan The bread is baked fresh daily and everything is much lower in price (compared to other bakeries) It's always busy, so that just goes to show that the community also enjoys this beloved patisserie. Thanks for reading my reviews! Let me know what I should try next!

If you are looking for a hidden gem bakery, then this is the place. Just enter through the…read morearchitectural building next to Podmore (bar) on Merchant Street. It's like stepping through a portal into Diagon Alley (Harry Potter book reference). The owner is warm and friendly. There were three glass case displays of various sumptuous cake slices. The iconic favorites at a glance were ube cakes, Dubai chocolate cakes (yes, that trending flavor) and cheesecakes. All were pleasantly displayed. And while looking around there were Pokémon cards, various trinkets and knickknacks galore. You want thingamabobs, there were probably more than twenty (The Little Mermaid reference).

This cute and sweet bakery is a hidden gem in Downtown Honolulu. I was looking for a talented local…read morebaker who could meet very specific requests. I have traveled a great deal and have acquired a taste for specialty cakes. I was looking for a specific flavor, Dubai Chocolate, and a specific look and, for the most part, Honolulu Rose Cake Shop did not disappoint. The cake looked amazing. I'm sorry that I don't have pictures but if you look at her work on Instagram, then you'll know that she's an artist. We were a little out off by the frosting because it was a bit thick and buttery, definitely not recommended for eating leftovers on the next day. I don't think Dubai Chocolate is an easy flavor to deliver, to be honest, as a cake. Without the frosting, we loved the cake. I would have enjoyed myself just crunching away at the filling.

Great service and good taste. The Chocolate chip, oatmeal…read morecookies were so good. I bought whole bunch to share with friends. Owner smiled and explained so thoroughly about his pastries and cakes. One of the best taste pastries in town.

Watch out for moldy cake ! Owner woul not refund nor call me back! Bought a mocha cake for my…read morebirthday dinner, brought it straight to the upscale restaurant, got served, dimmed light ambience. We tasted funny, turned on light from cell phones, found this.

This review is based off of the original Island Puff and the strawberry Island Puff…read more Both puffs were great! The original reminded me of Beard Papa. So yummy!! The seasonal strawberry puff also had fresh strawberry slivers on top the cream. Price range between $5-6 for each. They also had a small variety of other delicious looking desserts in their case. I will return to try others next time :) Street parking or if you're lucky like me, your dentist is in the same building.

Talk about hole in the wall! OK so to find this place, locate the Medical Arts Building from either…read moreVictoria or S King St, walk THROUGH the building to get to the parking deck, then head towards the junction where the two buildings meet (aka the Kupuna wing), you'll see a tiny white sign that says "Aloha State Bake Shop" pointing you down one flight of stairs to a door, walk through that and the shop is down a little hall (you'll smell it before you see it!). So the Island Cheesecake (vanilla) was the perfect little treat. Not too sweet, a hint of lemon, that slightly jiggly Japanese cheesecake texture...it's divine. But the actual star of the show was the coffee tiramisu cream puff. Oh my goodness. The cream puff was light and airy, the filling inside was not-too-sweet custardy goodness, the contrast with the bitter espresso powder, and then the coffee jelly inside...we couldn't stop raving about how perfect of a dessert it was. We will be back for sure! They also had sandwiches, panna cotta, butter mochi in different flavors, and chestnut cake.

The craving for dessert struck us late one night in Waikiki. This was only a few minutes away and…read morewere racing the clock. The place is secluded on the far end of a food area on the second floor. Make a left out the elevator and you'll see it. Oh, parking can be a challenge as the strip hosts multiple businesses. Once inside we met the baker. He is professionally trained in French delicacies and his product reflects it! The Ube cheesecake was light and airy. Not for the one that wants a powerful sweetness expectation. The vanilla cheesecake was very much the same. Definitely an option for the next dessert craving. The owner is a very personable and friendly! Come check it out!

Outstanding service and desserts from Bronson today! I believe first impressions are very important…read moreand my first impression of Bake N Break is an excellent one. Hubby and I were out and about in the Mccully area today and finally had a chance to check out the test kitchen in Mccully shopping center. Our first stop was this gem of a bakery. We got there before 12pm, which is there open time, and saw Bronson busy decorating a cake. He greeted us was a lot of Aloha. We chatted for a bit and he told me that they were out of a few things but there were still lots of yummy things to try. Since we hadn't eaten yet I didn't want to go too crazy with the treats. We got a strawberry cupcake and on original cheescake. Let me just say WOW! When I tell you that cupcake was soft that is just the beginning. It basically melted in my mouth. The cream was delicious and tasted just like fresh strawberry. Bronson did make it a point to let me know that this particular cupcake was dairy free along with several other flavored cupcakes they offered. It was topped with fresh strawberry and had a small amount of strawberry jam inside. It was amazing! The chesscake was Japanese style. It was light and fluffy an oh so good. Thank you Bronson for making such an awesome first impression. I will be back for sure!