Was in the Kauai Area and wanted to try out some baked malasadas, and Kauai Bakery looked to be the best option nearby that we could try out! We stopped by on a Tuesday around 8:30AM and got our pick of malasadas to try out! Kauai Bakery is located in a shopping plaza with plenty of ample parking, making it very easy to stop by and grab some delicious pastries. Service is like your typical bakery, you pick what you would like and they get it to you so you can stuff your face immediately after purchase. Ambiance is cozy with plenty of pastries to pick from in the large display case. We got 4 flavors of Malasadas for $16, which is $4 per doughnut, which I think is a decent price for the size and heft. The flavors we sampled were Lilikoi, Coconut, and Guava - out of these flavors, the coconut one was my personal favorite! The flavor was exactly what I would want anything coconut cream flavor should taste, creamy texture with a pleasant coconut taste that didn't taste artificial at all. It captured the floral background taste that is missing from a lot of coconut desserts that makes coconut so pleasing to eat! The Lilikoi one was my next favorite, it had a slight tartness and a more subtly pronounced flavor - I think I was looking for something stronger personally. Lastly was the guava one, which actually tasted a bit artificial and didn't have a pronounced flavor at all, which was unfortunate. Despite this critique, I would still glady inhale 2 or 3 of them because the dough was really pillowy and really enjoyable to eat. I think that the pastries here (at least the malasadas) are very solid and priced competitively vs most things here on Kauai. I would totally come back to get several more of the malasadas as well as try the other pastry options on the menu. Stop by and give this bakery a try if you are in the area! read more

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The bakery is located in a supermarket Plaza. There was plenty of parking. Very easy to get to and easy to find parking. Came as many people talk about this bakery. We got there around 6:30am and there were many choices of pastries. We chose a few different flavored malasadas and coffee. The malasadas tasted good but I wasn't blown away. I wish they were served warm. Staff are very nice and friendly. Store super clean and cutely decorated. read more

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Ok, I need to start this review by saying I am not a fan of Malasadas. I have tried them at several places and have not been won over. Kauai bakery's are the best of those I've tried. (Maybe don't take this too seriously.) What I am a fan of is their cinnamon roles and pineapple & coconut turnovers; they are great. I also tried an iced Mac nut iced latte. I as a little disappointed in that it didn't have a lot of flavor (coffee or Mac nut) and seemed a little watered down. read more

This is such a great spot! Very popular for their malasadas, but I'm not a huge fan of Malasadas. I go for their incredible breakfast sandwiches here! The breakfast sandwiches are a generous portion of whatever you've chosen. Don't forget to ask for their chipotle sauce on the sandwich or on the side. I prefer to have them put it on the sandwich. They are very friendly here, but not always the fastest service. Expect a slower pace to life on the island. "No hurry, no wurry" (spelled that way on purpose). Relax. Enjoy yourself! They have quite a few places to eat outside. The chickens are a little unruly here. Don't feed them haha. Also, make sure to grab a couple of their pastries here. Skip out on ordering a chai to drink though. Easily the worst I've ever had. Won't get that again. read more

Came in specifically for the malasadas and they were absolutely superb! We got the flight to take back to our hale and it was awesome to be able to try them all. We even mixes some of the custards...so onz! We came early in the AM during a small kine "Kona low" so we were already on a mission. My reason for dropping 1star was I was in the mood and ready to buy an overpriced latte and they told me they didn't have coffee. I said "what?!" Looking at the delicious coffee menu.... "Our water isn't working right now" So I was super bummed on missing out on a coconut latte but given it's a bakery the pastries were exactly what I was looking for. But otherwise happy to support local. read more

Kauai Bakery - Malasadas flight - Bakeries Near Me - Lihue, Hawaii

Malasadas were great. Coffee was very good too. Service was wonderful. We will definitely return.

Stopped by Kauai Bakery during our visit. The place is located inside an outdoor mall, and the store itself was clean and decent. The malasadas were good, but I'm personally used to the freshly made style like the ones from Leonard's Bakery in Oahu, so these didn't quite hit the same for me. The ham and cheese bun unfortunately was not worth the price, the bread was very thin and the ham and cheese were almost non-existent. On the positive side, the buko pandan was amazing according to my daughter and ended up being one of the highlights of the visit. Staff were friendly and service was quick. read more

The guava and lilikoi chiffon cakes were so fluffy and good. Whipped cream frosting so light! Cake was amazing! The malasada on the other hand...a little meh. Looked like most of the sugar coating didn't make it on any of their malasadas for the day so made them look at little sad in the case. read more

7.5/10 - guava malasada: 7/10 - plain malasada: 8/10 an employee recommended the guava malasada but it kinda disappointed :( the guava filling tasted very artificial the plain malasada was solid! wouldn't say it's the best i've ever had but if it was hot & fresh maybe it would've been read more

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The malasadas earned five stars. We split three--coconut, mango, and coconut. They were all delicious, and the ube was the best. Service was quick and standoffish. A simple "good morning," "thank you," or "you're welcome" goes a long way. And if not, how about something besides a frown? The place was easily accessible and clean. Five star experienced reduced to four thanks to cold service. read more

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Kaua'i Bakery is a must-visit if you love malasadas--or even if you've never tried one before! Their malasadas are unbelievably good: light, fluffy, perfectly fried, and filled with just the right amount of sweetness. Each one tastes fresh and made with real care. The staff is warm and welcoming, and they do a great job keeping the line moving while still giving helpful recommendations. It's the kind of local spot that instantly makes you feel at home. If you're on Kaua'i, don't miss the chance to try their malasadas. They're easily some of the best on the island, and we'll definitely be coming back for more! read more

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Tried the savory pork pastry--nothing in the first couple of bites, but eventually hit about 2 oz of filling toward the center. The ube malasada was generously filled and definitely lived up to the hype--can see why it's a popular pick. Friendly service, casual takeout spot located in a shopping plaza with plenty of parking. Quick and easy stop for a sweet (or savory) treat. read more

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Wanted to have my brother and sister-in-law try Malasadas as this was their first time in Hawaii. Recommended by the locals, so hubby and I woke up bright and early to arrive when they opened. It is located in a mall, so plenty of parking. The smell of freshly baked dough will lead you to the bakery. By far, the best Malasadas compared to the ones I've tasted in the Oahu, Big Island, and Maui!! The dough was very light and fluffy. Warm. We ordered an assortment of flavors: Mango, Guava, Liliko'i, Ube, and Haupia. Filling was just right!! Ube was my favorite. So good!! read more

Kauai Bakery - Assorted Malasadas: Mango, Guava, Liliko'i, Ube, and Haupia. - Bakeries Near Me - Lihue, Hawaii

We went early in the morning and snagged a few malasadas! Highly recommend if you're on the island. read more

Kauai Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Lihue, Hawaii

Amazing bakery that has all of my favorite baked goods and beyond! I saved this stop for last as it's pretty close to the airport and was able to take some home with me. It is a very unassuming store front located inside a mall, however upon entering you are greeted with a wonderful variety of treats and a very pretty purple aesthetic. The staff here are also so nice. With so many options, I really wanted them all but unfortunately had to limit myself so I selected the following: * Kalua pork BBQ Manapua * Guava malasada * Ube malasada * Ube bread pudding * Mac nut latte w/almond milk 100% amazing and the bread pudding made it through the flight and was spectacular warmed up. Prices here are pretty fair and my total for all that goodness was around $27 (with tip). Highly recommend! read more

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Yum, yum! This was our first stop after landing in Lihue for a work trip. Located inside of a shopping plaza, this bakery was packed with yummy treats like malasadas, manapuas and other delights. I ordered at a dessert case and the service was swift and friendly. The shop is small but decorated cute with their signature purple lei logo. I had the lilikoi malasada and Portuguese sausage manapua. Everything was fresh and delicious! Can't wait to come back someday if I'm back on island. read more

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Stopped by in the morning to grab some masaladas for breakfast. We ordered the ube, guava, and lilikoi masaladas. We also got a kalua pork bbq bun. The good: lots of filling! Our favorite was the ube one. The other flavors were more subtle. The only downside was the donut itself wasn't very flavorful. The bbq bun was also a bit underwhelming. Staff were friendly and service was quick and efficient. This bakery is located in a strip mall with plenty of parking. There's also plenty of tables outside for you to enjoy your baked goodies. read more

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If you're looking for a super yummy island pastry treat, look no further! The team was friendly, the service was fast and the bakery was super cute. Affordable and tasty! read more

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In the 19th century, Portuguese laborers brought this amazing pastry to Hawaii, malasadas! It's a fried dough with filling inside, and Kauai Bakery is THE spot to try them. They have both sweet and savory options. In fact, the variety of options was crazy! I wish I came with a whole group to try more! We got the local pork, the guava, and the Ube. The dough was extremely pillowy and the pastry itself was STUFFED with filling. It's not like a jelly donut, she was PACKED! The pork was so good and the guava was soooo fresh and bright. The service was amazing, they were really nice folks. They offered to heat up the pork one which was kind. I 13/10 recommend!! Please stop by and try a pastry for sure! They have coffee options as well :) read more

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Firstly the service is impeccable everyone is so lovely! A little hidden gem close to the airport. Which we made our first stop after landing! JUST GO. 10/10 recommend the guava one it was like nothing I've ever tasted! I also had to grab the ube cream cheese was also incredible! Ample parking and close to a grocery store. About 10 mins out of the airport. read more

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Extremely inviting bakery when I walked in. Explained all the great options also. Got a mix of sweet and savory options they had, and all were AMAZING! Best part is that you get a discount to the local sandwich shop around the corner with receipt. I even got a free sample of the locally made peanut butter. It was THE BEST peanut butter I have ever had. Only had like 3 ingredients. We also got a loaf of homemade bread to go with the peanut butter. Just Great! read more

Wow! Wish we have this in Cali! This little gem located in a strip mall by Costco is a must visit. Their malassadas are sooo goood!!! We ordered the custard, ube & Oreo cookie and all were delicious!! The kahlua pork bun was great also. The staff here were nice and helpful. We love the vibe here and will visit again before we leave the island. read more

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The service is outstanding. Quick even if there's a line. They keep it moving. We had just come from Passion Bakery which makes each Malasada to order so it's hard not to compare the two. Definitely not as fresh as they sit in the bakery case, but I did like the savory option of Portuguese sausage. My husband got the chocolate and it's was too sweet for me, but he liked it read more

Fresh baked goods are plentiful at this mall bakery. Popular bakery for their malasadas, today we ordered a cinnamon roll and crème malasada donut. Both served warm, each were very tasty. All of the bakers were friendly and ready to pack your favorite treats. The bakery doesn't offer any inside seating, but tables in the mall offer a place to enjoy each bite. Sorry, we ate our treats before taking any pictures. read more

I wish we would've found this place right before our trip to costco...cause going to costco on an empty stomach is the worst! lol I only mention it because Costco is literally across the parking lot/street. Kauai Bakery is tucked away in an old strip mall sort of place. Swung by on our way to explore the island and we were greeted by big smiles, the smell of warm sweet baked goods, and so many malasada options to choose from!!! We each chose a flavor, was tempted to get coffee too since it looked good, but passed. Said we'll eat these malasadas on our drive, but who are we kidding. As soon as we stepped outside, snapped a pic for Yelp and inhaled them. Great consistency, not too dense or fluffy.... just right! They aren't skimpy on the fillings either. We tried their ube, chocolate, coconut, and guava flavors. All were sooooo good!!! read more

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Baked goods are delicious! Service is great. There is a coffee bar, but have not tried it yet. Great place to grab quick manapua, malasadas and other sweet treats in Lihue. read more

While casually flipping through the United Airlines magazine, we came across an article about Kauai Bakery and were immediately intrigued. The week before, we had tried some malasadas at the Grand Wailea, but they were mediocre at best. In contrast, the malasadas at Kauai Bakery were so good--pillowy soft dough generously filled with custard, unlike most others I've tried. These were easily some of the best malasadas I've ever had. I live in San Francisco, near a large Filipino community, and I grew up in Los Angeles, which also has sizable Hawaiian and Filipino populations--so I've had my fair share of malasadas. But these stood out as the best I've had in a long time. I'd definitely go back next time I'm in Kauai. read more

If you like your malasadas bread-y, then this is the place for you. I got one each of an original, cinnamon sugar, and custard. It was like eating bread that was shaped like a malasada with a filling and / or topping. Did not care for the custard. The gold standard for me is Tex Drive-Inn in Honokaa. So far no other malasada has knocked them from the top of my list. read more

Kauai Bakery - Custard, cinnamon sugar, and original malasadas. - Bakeries Near Me - Lihue, Hawaii

Service was good, crew was pleasant and helpful...., BUT the malasadas we tried (mango and lilikoi), were basically tasteless (just sweet), and the apple and blueberry cream turnovers were a little better, but basically what you could get at Safeway. Was hoping for a great "last taste of the tropics" before flight home, and struck out! read more

I couldn't believe this was the "best malasada" place on the island. I ordered 3, original, guava and Lilikoi. The filling was disgusting, it tasted like chemicals. Neither of us could eat more than one bite. We ended up throwing them away. I've never done that with a doughnut before. I'm not sure what happened but I'd suggest skipping these. read more

Tucked in the shopping mall where Times market & Ross are located. Cute, clean shop. Fresh pastries, manapuas, cakes, etc. we chose a Lilikoi & custard malasada. Both were delicious. We actually came back within an hour & got a pork nap type thing, forgot what it was called. Husband said it was good. I wanted a ham & cheese manapua but they were sold out. I got a pepperoni & mozzarella manapua, I didn't care for it. Closed on Mondays & close at 1:00. read more

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I've tried malasadas (Portuguese donuts) from many different places in Hawaii, including the famous Leonard's in Oahu, the Four Seasons in Ko Olina, etc and I think Kauai Bakery is hands down the best. Their malasadas are pillowy, fresh, not too sweet, not doughy, and just so delicious. We love every flavor, especially haupia (coconut) and guava. Their classic sugar is great too. If you are on the island, you must make a stop here and treat yourself to fresh malasadas. You won't be disappointed. read more

I bought guava, ube and likikoi malasadas to try, and they didn't disappoint, even though we had them the next day. My favorite was the guava but they are all good. Prices were slightly higher than I would've liked but they had a 10% discount if you are staying at the Marriot which was nice. read more

Kauai Bakery - Ube, guava and lilikoi malasadas, it looks squished because they covered it with a film. - Bakeries Near Me - Lihue, Hawaii

Got up pretty early to try the baked goods & we weren't "wow'd" by what we got. Our favorite thing was the ensaymada bread. This was also the first shop where we experienced a lack of the aloha spirit. The lady helping us was pretty impatient & didn't seem interested in helping us figure out what the malsadas were about, mind you I had two kids with and there was one person behind me. We waited 4 days to visit, woke up bright and early too. We should have stuck to the hotel pastries and slept in. read more

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Solid little bakery in strip mall near Costco. Bakery goods are awesome, delicate, fluffy and fresh! read more

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General: Run...don't walk! Sooooo good. Make sure you don't wait until close to closing hours to go. They'll run out of the good stuff. The locals flock this place as well! Food: there's nothing much more to say other than DELICIOUS! We tried many of the pastries and coffee as we were visiting and wanted to make sure we got to try everything. We tried the non filled Malasadas (personal preference). My favorite was the manapuas, ham and cheese and the Kalua pork competing for the top spot! The bread was so soft and fluffy! I didn't like the cinnamon roll and the coffee was good...but nothing to rave about. Service: we went 2 days and I had two different experiences. One day I felt very accommodated and was explained the menu and popular items really well. The other day I felt kind of rushed. Atmosphere: it's a cute small shop. Very clean. It's very cool to be able to see them making the bakery items. read more

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Super friendly staff and great malasadas that lived up to the hype. I happened to get them freshly made! The dough was warm and fluffy which went well with the coconut custard. read more

Kauai Bakery - Coconut - Bakeries Near Me - Lihue, Hawaii

The malasadas are to die for! I've heard this donut mentioned on more than one Hawaii based tv show. I was really curious to find out what all the fuse was about. It is basically just a filled donut, right?. I now understand the fuss. This is not an air filled donut with a tiny bit of fruit filling. They are huge, a bit dense (more like a bun?), and no holding back on the filling. I could not decide on just one flavor so chose four, cinnamon sugar, coconut, guava and mango. I liked the cinnamon sugar. There was no filling but it allowed me to enjoy the flavor of the donut. The mango and guava were my next favorites. Every bite of the donut had filling. The filling was fruity and delicious. I didn't really care for the flavor of the coconut one. I tried to stay with a tropical theme but the coconut just wasn't to my liking. Note - They have a donut flight. Yes you read that correctly. It includes 10 donuts, one of each flavor. Too many donuts for one person so maybe an item for my next visit. I highly recommend stopping for breakfast on your way to some fun island activity. Get a malasada, some coffee and take a minute to enjoy a morning in paradise. read more

Kauai Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Lihue, Hawaii

Food: we ordered Flying Saucer, Pork BBQ and a Guava malasada. Our favorite is the malasada, it tastes like spaghetti in a soft bread! The Guava malasada is not so guava comparing with its color. The macadamia nut latte is not too sweet and very tasty. Service: warm and nice. The girl at the cashier is really sweet and polite. Ambiance: Small and cute shop. read more

Kauai Bakery - Flying saucer - Bakeries Near Me - Lihue, Hawaii

My family and I ordered 6 malasadas - lilikoi, guava, cinnamon, nutella, as well as a couple of savory pastries. We thought the savory pastries and nutella malasadas were delicious. The fruit ones, however, were very disappointing, as they had almost no fruit flavor and were overwhelmed by the custard. This may be a matter of taste and expectations, as I was expecting strong fruit flavors, but if that's what you want, as well, this is not the place for you. The bakery was clean and the staff were friendly. read more

Kauai Bakery - Assorted box of malasadas. - Bakeries Near Me - Lihue, Hawaii