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    Lee's Bakery & Kitchen

    4.5 (293 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Sherene H.

    Best custard pie ever. I've heard about lee's bakery and know they always have long lines during thanksgiving for their pies. I haven't tried their pastries and only their custard pie. Their custard pie is so creamy, it's almost like a flan! It's perfect and not too sweet. I'd say best custard pie on island. Parking can be difficult since it's Chinatown. I got dropped off and called in my order before coming in so the pie was ready and warm! They are open everyday 6am - 3pm.

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    Lauren M.

    I don't come here quite as often as I'd want to, but for the past 5 or so years, I've been blessed to get their Pumpkin Custard pie during Thanksgiving. It is the absolute best. Everything from the filling to the crust is just perfect (and I'm really picky about the crust). I wish this was something they carried throughout the year because I do feel it would be a good seller. But oh well, it's an excuse to go and try their many other pies.

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    Raymond K.

    It's been a while since I've been to Lee's Bakery, due to my work schedule. With Memorial Day weekend coming up, I felt like doing something different. So today, I made time to pick up some treats for the office. I got there a few minutes before their 6 am opening. Three others were already waiting outside. Just around 6, the lights came on and a gentleman opened the doors to let us in. I let the others go first so I'd have a little more time to decide what to order. I kept it simple--6 char siu manapua, 6 Hong Kong buns, and 2 long johns. The manapua went into one box, and the buns and long johns in another. Same great service I remember. When I got to the office, I had a manapua and a bun. I thought the manapua would be the highlight--and yes, it was very good--but I really enjoyed the buttery Hong Kong bun. I left the opened boxes for the rest of the staff, after messaging them, and they were emptied before long--a sign that others enjoyed them almost as much as I did.

    Custard pie.  $26 01/11/25
    Lisa T.

    Highly recommend Custard Pie. Currently $26 (price has increased) Lee's Bakery located in Chinatown, N. King Street, Near Open Market. Owner (wife) is always pleasant and friendly. A really nice person. Besides pies, there are pastries, donuts, hong Kong bun, sponge cake. Very fresh. I normally order a lot, since I hardly get a chance to go to Chinatown often. Owner (wife) provides a free recycle brown bag, very nice of her! I appreciate it. Open daily. Highly recommend.

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    Kristin C.

    Came here for our favorite Hong Kong buns! they are fresh and fluffy, the center has a thin buttery sugary delicious filling. After I paid for my box of Hong Kong buns, I noticed they brought out a pan full of their famous custard pies, and was told it just came out the oven and is hot! ah!!! I totally scored! so of course I bought a pie too! it was my first time tasting their famous custard pie, it isn't too sweet and the custard is smooth and rich. The custard pie is worth all the rave, and if you haven't tried their Hong Kong buns, you need to try it immediately!

    Patrycja L.

    Stopped by Lee's Bakery & Kitchen in Chinatown and now I totally get why it's a local favorite. This place is a hidden gem! I came in for the pies (which have a reputation of their own), but ended up walking out with way more than I planned--and no regrets. The custard pie is *next level*--smooth, creamy, just the right amount of sweetness, and the crust? Buttery and flaky perfection. It's the kind of pie that reminds you of something grandma would make if she had a secret recipe and decades of experience. I also tried the coconut and pumpkin pies--both amazing, not too sweet, and full of flavor. On top of that, they have a great selection of savory Chinese dishes and baked goods. The staff is friendly, and even though the shop is small, it's packed with goodness. Prices are super reasonable, too. Whether you're craving something sweet or want to grab a quick, delicious bite in Chinatown, Lee's is definitely worth the stop. Just be warned--once you try the custard pie! U might be addicted

    Lee's famous custard pies. Yumm
    Allen N.

    Lee's Bakery is legendary for their custard pies, which are some of the best in town. Their pies are so popular that they often sell out quickly, and you need to pre-order well in advance. Just a heads-up, they're now closed during Thanksgiving week, so plan accordingly if you're hoping to get one for the holidays!

    Gail U.

    We should have known better that if you come after lunch the shelves will be pretty empty. Just so happened we had dim sum next door and once we saw their sign we wanted to see if they had any custard pies. The sweet and friendly employee behind the counter said call and order, hand motioning with her closed fist to her ear, smiling at us. We'll know better next time.

    Jason G.

    Stopped by in the afternoon and they had limited selection, which is good as that means that they've had a lot of customers and people enjoy their baked goods. I had a coconut roll which was outstanding and very yummy.

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    Craig T.

    I guess the Ghost Yelp started 2024 taking away my review I believe that I had on Lee's Bakery in Chinatown. Today I was walking around Chinatown and decided to pick up their famous custard pie for dessert tonight . Got there about 11am and yes they still had a few more pies left . I remembered at Lee's bakery their custard pie is more on the eggy side meaning you can taste more egg than sweet custard . It's depends on the person what kind of custard you prefer . I'll definitely buy Lee's pies time to time but definitely I'm not the person to go and wait for hours and hours before thanksgiving LOL!! Support local

    Feb W.

    Located in downtown Honolulu this humble bakeshop offers pastries but the most popular ones is the custard pie! Haven't tried 'em yet but will try next time if I am in the area. Anyhow, for today's quick grub: tuna bun & Chinese custard bun. All good especially the custard bun. The tuna bun though, both much. Tuna filling is way too dry. I will come back next year.

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    9 days ago

    The best Custard Pie. Order before you go so you won't be disappointed when you get there and they ran out

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    28 days ago

    Freshest Custard and pumpkin pies in Honolulu. Always fresh and you will need to order in the morning to make sure your pies are available.

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    4 months ago

    Best pumpkin custard pie. Over the years we've tried others but Lees is always the best.

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    5 months ago

    Your custard pie has no business being this good! I see why you guys were always SO busy for Thanksgiving. Amazing pies

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    I was visiting friends in town and they requested Egg Custard tarts. They were excellent. Service was quick for a small family store.

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    1 year ago

    Lees's makes da best custard pies ever no other but lee's bakery dish one is fo sure five star no dought

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    I've only tasted their Managua, and it's the best yet! I will definitely go and get more!

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    Ask the Community - Lee's Bakery & Kitchen

    Is Lees Bakery open? I passed by today, 3/8/24 and it had brown paper in the windows

    They were on vacation through 3/8 according to the sign

    Anyone know if Lee's is open during this COVID-19 times?

    Yes they are open. I think they open around 5:30 or 6am.

    Do they sell their pies by the slice?

    No they dont, you have to buy the whole pie.

    When do you guys start making the pumpkin custard pie for Fall 2018?

    Can I make a phone order for one of your custard pie to pickup 11/21/18 Wednesday?

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    4.5(10.3k reviews)
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    Malasadas are popular in Hawaii due to their 19th-century introduction by Portuguese plantation…read morelaborers, becoming a staple treat. These fried, sugar-coated dough balls, often filled with custard or haupia, are beloved for their fluffy texture and association with tradition, especially "Malasada Day" (Fat Tuesday). And Leonard's Bakery malasadas are popular in Hawaii because they are served fresh, hot, and fluffy, establishing the Portuguese doughnut as a staple island treat since 1952. Founder Leonard Rego pioneered commercializing them, creating a cult following for the crisp-on-the-outside, doughy-on-the-inside treats. There's nothing like a nice, hot, and fresh malasada. At $2.20 each, there's just no point resisting. Twinsie "Auntie" Nadine C. dragged me here, told me where to take the Instagram shot, and the correct stance to tear into these pillowy fried dough balls. Yum.

    Hot & fresh malasadas, I get the hype…read more The parking lot isn't much of a lot, in my opinion. There's about 6 spots available but it's also a tight squeeze in so I would consider parking along the side streets and walking over if possible. My group and I opted for 6 total malasadas to share and they tasted great when they're hot so best to eat it while it's fresh. We ate more after dinner when it's already cooled down and it was still good, but nothing beats fresh. Service was efficient and the line moves pretty quick.

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    Pipeline Bakeshop & Creamery

    4.4(891 reviews)
    4.7 mi
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    If you're more into lighter Malasada and other sweets, you have to give this place a try. I got to…read moretry their cinnamon Malasada with some pimples on them. It must be from their fryer or something. Nevertheless it was light, fluffy, fresh, warm to my tummy. We also got the hazelnut cake. Cake texture with coconut like flavor (I maybe wrong) with chocolate like hazelnut flavor coating. Also light and good. I saw ice cream too. Gotta try that next time. You can street park or Kaimuki municipal parking across the street.

    Everyone knows to go to Leonard's for freshly made malasadas, and the constant crowds there attest…read moreto their quality and variety (review: https://yelp.to/jaduiZfQRq). However, there are many alternative malasada purveyors throughout Honolulu, so I depended on local vloggers to find the best ones. This one popped up often on YouTube, and as luck would have it, we were dining at The Pig & The Lady on the next block. How calorifically convenient. We took the opportunity to stop by for a pre-dinner snack since they closed at 6PM. It's a cute shop with multiple sweets including quite a selection of housemade ice cream and delectable mouthfuls called Cake Bombs (Photo 10). We decided we would be good and ordered one unfilled Malasada each. Dusted with various sugar flavors, they were just $2.65 a piece. I went for the Coffee, while Jamie chose the daily special, Cinnamon (Photo 6). They were soft and tasty, quite comparable to Leonard's albeit a tad smaller. That wasn't necessarily a bad thing since we had dinner ahead of us. However, we let temptation get the best of us and shared a $5.50 slice of the Ube Haupia Mac Nut Bar, a yummy combination of sweet potato and ube topped with haupia (coconut milk pudding) on a macadamia nut crust (Photo 9). Truth be told, it stole the show from the malasadas. FOOD - 4 stars... the malasadas were good, but that ube dessert was next level AMBIANCE - 4 stars...really a takeout operation with a lot of temptations SERVICE - 4 stars...very calm and orderly TOTAL - 4 stars...yet another spot for sweet Hawaiian decadence RELATED - Exploring Hawaii? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/U7YPblfoMP

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    Interior during Malasada Day / Fat Tuesday, 2/17/2026

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    1/2 dozen malasada

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    Cha To Gelato Zen

    4.6(166 reviews)
    3.9 miKaimuki
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    New flavor Strawberry White Chocolate and Hojicha Chocolate gelato was delicious. All of their…read moregelato options are great because I tried all of it. LOL It's no secret that I love this place and my friends also love it too. It's our fave place to hangout and chill. Noticed that at night closer to closing time they get flooded with people - do keep that in mind when coming here. Was lucky to snag a seat at the counter but it was packed! Please be patient with the help as well because most of the time it is just them trying to handle the huge barrage of people waiting in line as well as dine-in customers. Great experience nonetheless.

    Walked in happy to try a new spot. No greeting. No acknowledgment. Nothing. Just dull pasty people…read morestanding around and some dude in a suit looking like he's lost. Three staff members present and not one offered so much as an aloha or hello. For a local, "Hawai'i based business", the complete absence of aloha was jarring. I came ready to try all kinds stuff, especially matcha, but only ended up only smelling it, because the energy in that room made it clear my presence as a Black man wasn't wanted or needed. If business is going so well that customer service is optional, congratulations. But for the rest of us who show up hoping to feel welcome for overspending on your match and ice cream, especially in a place that's supposed to represent the spirit of these islands -- this wasn't it. This is clearly one of those places that feel like they're too good to serve you if you're not meeting their aesthetic. Yeah, very Beverly Hills (attempt, but likely wouldn't do well there), kinda "clicky" like vibe, snooty, haughty seeming like vibe, maybe a lil tad bit stuck up, and for the tiny little portion and "big show" , I probably would have liked it somewhat, but also would have felt guilty for paying a fortune to be treated that way lol This place likely won't be around in a year, by the vibe I'd say it's slow times (wonder why). I know I will, happy to spend even more down the road- so many to choose from, trust me this place ain't unique in my experience. In these times, be kind to yourself, and love yourself enough to go where you're treated best, people.

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    Kansai Yamato - Mango Mochi and mango and cream mochi

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    4.3(148 reviews)
    3.1 mi
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    I like my dessert wrapped in carbs, which is why mochi is one of my favorite things. Especially…read morearound New Years and Kansas Yamato has some of the best mochi on island. You can find this mochi around the island at different supermarkets but it's best from the source on University Ave. You can't miss out on their peanut butter stuffed mochi. It's just such a classic. I also love their strawberry stuffed mochi- so ono!

    Always wanted to go to their shop but since it's far from where we live, I didn't make it out…read morethere: We finally went to Kansai Yamato because my boyfriend wanted to try their fresh mango mochi. I've always been a fan of them since they were in the old 99 Ranch so I wasn't complaining about going there lol. We parked in the open lot on the left of the store. But you could also park in the parking inside. When we entered, it's a very small store that's hard to walk around if there's people in there with you. We got the fruit parfait cups, the fresh mango mochi, and the ones on the stick (which I forgot to take a pic of). The parfait cups were good with cream cheese, strawberries, and mochi. I didn't care for the mochi with the sweet soy sauce on it although I know that's what Japan is known for. And the fresh mango mochi was good. The only thing I didn't like was the Lima bean paste inside. I'm not a fan of that. I would recommend eating fast since it's fresh and the wetness of the mango can make the mochi soft and rip. I'm glad we got to try new items. Can't wait to go back and get their peanut butter mochi and other favs. The cashier that helped us was very nice and gave us a bag even though we said we didn't need one. If you love mochi, this place is for you!

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    Assorted stuffed mochi. Orange one is the mango.

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