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Honestly, if you're looking for the pictures of the food, I haven't posted I wanted because they look pretty similar to donuts, but they are nothing like it. This is next level of donuts they've been around for more than 60 to 70 years and they were maintaining the quality of the food, hot donut chewy crunchy, and filling of these donuts are the magic people inside will explain you the history of displays go ask them a question they are so nice. The ambience of this place is not changed because it's always been the same amazing service. I can't ask for more.
Leonard's Bakery is (and always will be) an absolute Oahu classic. It's one of those rare, iconic spots that survived the ever fluctuating economy and the COVID-19 pandemic. I always add this spot as a recommendation to any friends visiting Oahu even though it may seem overrated. Whenever I'm back on the island, I always stop by to grab their guava or rotating flavor-of-the-month malasadas!
Leonard's, I'm completely sugar-coated in love with you. We hadn't originally planned to stop by here this afternoon but it was definitely on the agenda. You can't go to Hawaii and not get a freshly made malasada. Nadine took us to the O.G. spot and wow, the line was steep. Arizona eateries do their own version of malasadas with some places adding the filling to order. Perhaps it's because we were on Oahu but these malasadas were especially good. At $2.20 each, just get one. You don't even need filling because they are perfect already.
Must visit bakery and don't mind the line it moves fast and guarantee a fresh hot malasadas. We got the coconut, guava and macadamia malasadas and highly recommend the first two but the macadamia tasted more like a vanilla not strong on the nut side. Their coffee is delicious too! Loved their service super friendly. And a not there are no seating area
This place is for sure overhyped. The malasadas themselves are VERY good. Hot, fresh, crispy on the outside, soft and chewy inside, and the sugar coating is perfect. But the filled ones? Big letdown. The filling tasted like prepackaged pastry filling to me rather than something fresh and homemade. I tried the filled malasadas expecting them to be the best part, but I would much rather have the plain malasada. We were not impressed with the butter mochi, either. I wouldn't bother waiting in a long line but if there's no wait - grab an original.
Great customer service, friendly, and professional. You can't go wrong with any of the flavors. Def try the ones with filling. Fast service for how busy they are. Very small parking lot. No seating area
We came here because of all the hype and honestly, I think it comes down to me just not being a fan of Malasadas. The service here is great. They are very efficient and the Malasadas come out fresh and warm. So why didn't I like them? Well, my daughter ended up getting one each of the filled ones, but I just didn't care for the fillings. Maybe I just needed a plain one. I definitely think this place is worth a visit, but just not for me.
The malasadas are so good that I visited three times during my vacation. The first two times, I came very early (6:30 or 7am) and had no issues with parking. Plus I was done within 10/15 minutes. The third time, I visited about 2:30pm and the line was out the door, a person was directing traffic in the small parking lot. It was crazy but the service was fairly quick (25 minutes), considering the crowd. The place is small and just for placing orders! There's no place to dine-in. Orders are placed inside and picked out outside from the pickup window.
People go here for one thing and it's the obvious one, malasadas. But I would like to highlight another item that is quite tasty as well, which is the butter mochi. Since you are getting sweets, black coffee balances out the bites well but each person has a preference with their coffee. While crowd seems intimidating, they are just waiting for their order. You order inside and wait outside for pickup. You can also call in and pick up as well. Saves time tbh. As for the malasadas, it is a fluffy donut texture with sugar coating the outside. You can get sugar, cinnamon sugar or li hing. Filling options are custard (best), chocolate, haupia (coconut), macadamia, guava, and lilikoi. Tasted amazing! Only reason they didn't get a 5 star is due to their unfriendliness and interaction. Sad but it is what it is.
This place is definitely a tourist favorite, so expect a line pretty much any time you visit. Thankfully, the process is well organized. You wait in line, place your order at the register, step outside, and wait for your name to be called. Even with the constant crowds, I was impressed by how efficiently they operated. They have multiple registers open to take orders, so the line moves much faster than it looks. The pickup process was just as smooth, and I didn't feel like I was waiting very long. As for the food, everything we tried was delicious. It's one of those places where you really can't go wrong with the menu. The shop itself is on the smaller side, so it can feel a bit cramped while you're ordering. Fortunately, most people grab their food and go, which keeps things moving. Overall, despite the popularity and long lines, the efficient service and consistently good food make it well worth the wait. Pro tip: make sure to eat it as soon as you get it because that's when the Malasadas are the best!
I'm really simple when it comes to treats I like. This wasn't the place for me. You order inside and wait outside for the staff to call your number. The staff taking the orders were friendly and helpful but the one calling the orders was just rushing. I ordered one original malasada and wasn't impressed. My friend ordered one macadamia nut malasada and a guava muffin. Her muffin wasn't in the bag and when we showed the receipt, the receipt was taken and we waited over 10 mins for no one to resolve the issue. We went back in to talk to the staff we ordered from and she was surprised we never received our muffin and helped us. If you like cinnamon sugar type of sweets, this is right up your alley.
I was like, "How good can these doughnut-looking things really be?" But they totally lived up to the hype. The texture so good. They came out warm, fluffy, and light. Today's special flavor was raspberry, but we got the macadamia, haupia, and guava. They were all so good! They often have long lines, but we got lucky today, and the wait wasn't too bad. We loved the souvenir shirts too and loved the price. Service: A+++
So glad we were able to grab these warm, delicious malasadas one of the mornings in Honolulu. They were SO good and FRESH! It was extremely crowded, but rightfully so. We struggled to find parking, so we did what multiple people were doing: stopping the car to the side and having a few people go grab the doughnuts. We tried to try all the flavors, and my favorites were definitely the macadamia and custard. Surprisingly, the dobash (chocolate) wasn't a favorite. If I'm ever in town again, I'm 1000% getting these. I also loved the story behind Leonard's Bakery. Beautiful.
1 month ago
Delicious!!!! An absolute must if you're visiting Oahu! We ordered the cinnamon & guava. Top tier! read more
5 months ago
Coming as we're intrigued looking at how many people we randomly bumped into, carrying their iconic pink boxes. The line in front of the store was always super long but surprisingly moving super swift. The store didn't have sit-down space but a lot of people enjoyed their orders right in front of the store as it's indeed highly recommended to enjoy while warm. Their iconic items were surely the Malasadas, basically fried sugar-coated doughnut, which came in the option of unfilled (default) and filled. We got the ones filled with Chocolate and Macadamia Nut custard. They're lusciously fluffy with just right sweetness for the filling. Worth trying for the experience. read more
2 months ago
This place was so cool! the aesthetics were so cute inside with a pink 50s vibe. it was my first time trying malasadas so I was excited. We got a whole bunch to try and I loved every single flavor. They make all of these fresh and you can tell once you bite into the bread. I wish I could've took these on the plane with me. read more
Omg the hype is for real! Don't miss this place! Worth the wait. Very efficient and best malasadas this side of the pond! To make it count I ordered a dozen. Some filled with guava, Mac nut, original cream and haiupia (coconut cream). Nice and hot and made fresh to order. They had my order ready in 5 minutes! Parking is a bear so do yourself a favor and just take an uber or walk from downtown Waikiki. It's about 1 mile and so worth it! read more
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2 months ago
This was such a waste of time. I don't know why this is even a recommendation. It's a tourist trap, and I fell for it - shame on me. Despite the tiny parking lot, there's a sizable crowd of people standing outside waiting for their orders. Very crowded space. We ordered inside and joined everyone outside to wait for our malasadas, which were ready about 20 minutes later. They were um a huge let down. Just underwhelming and tasted mid. Unremarkable, forgettable, and not worth the time or effort of going there and waiting. Y'all cannot be serious, recommending this place to people. read more
Leonard's Bakery is pretty well known, and I'm glad we got to experience their fresh malasadas. I can definitely understand the hype... eating them hot and fresh is amazing. However, once they cool down, they start to taste more like a regular donut. We tried the custard, chocolate, plain, guava, coconut, and cinnamon. I would highly recommend the custard and chocolate, those were our favs! Unfortunately, the guava and coconut were a bit disappointing, as they tasted slightly artificial. One tip: skip the hassle of parking right in front and park at the Safeway down the street. It is about a 5-minute walk and much less stressful. Overall, it's definitely worth trying, but make sure you eat them while they're hot--that's when they're at their best. read more
3 months ago
Sooo Ono! Everytime we come from the mainland we have to get us some amazing Leonards Malasadas. Best hot! Warm up great and on the go. The box was emptied as soon as the ohana saw! read more
This place is to die for! The warm malasada was excellent, I got the sugar one and will definitely be returning! Service was excellent, even if they are busy the staff is still friendly and helpful! Clean area, parking is easy too! Thank you. read more
5 months ago
Leonard's Bakery lives up to the hype! We tried both the regular and the filled malasadas, and wow! My niece told me they were the best in Oahu, and she was NOT lying. The dough was soft, warm, and fresh. Our favorites were cinnamon and sugar, ling hi and guava filled. The line looked long at first, but it actually moved pretty quickly because you order inside and then wait outside for your items. We went during the week and made it there about 8am, so it was fairly easy to navigate. We also walked from our hotel, so we didn't have to worry about parking. Although they have a private lot to themselves. I didn't realize just how popular Leonard's was until I saw everyone around me taking pictures of the storefront and signage right along with me. It's definitely a foodie spot, so be prepared! I grabbed some swag because I always do! T-shirt, sticker pack and insulated bag to carry the goods back to our hotel. The only thing I regret is not trying their espresso or some of the other menu items, but we were walking and didn't have much room to carry extras. Next time, I'm driving! Overall, Leonard's is absolutely worth the stop! It's iconic, delicious, and surprisingly efficient. Feels like a true local find with the classic decor and friendly service. A must if you plan on biting into any malasadas during your trip! read more
5 months ago
The malasadas at Leonard's are good, especially when hot and fresh. if you're visiting, I would say you should try them at least once. The line can get long but they do get orders out promptly. If you're kama'aina, on Mondays you get 10% off your order. I usually like filled malasadas and here, I like the custard and coconut flavors the best. I find the fruit bases sometimes taste a little odd so I skipped the special flavor of the month, mango. My cinnamon sugar malasada was good. The dough is pretty fluffy here, I think. The prices are not too high and you can technically come in and just order one or two, or get a half-dozen or more. There's no seating so you can stand outside and eat your malasadas and let all the sugar fall to the ground where roaming chickens will help you out. read more
7 months ago
It's crowded all day and evening. We came in the last 10 minutes before the closed and good thing they were still taking orders. You'll see a crowd of people outside, but don't let that intimidate you, they're just waiting for their order! It went by pretty quickly and didn't take too long for pick up, so their service is quite friendly and efficient. Order inside the store and you wait outside for pickup. We stopped by after dinner and it was my first time have Leonard's. I was pretty full already, but I wanted to try a bit which I had the non filling malasada. I was intrigued that these are Portuguese inspired. It was piping hot, so soft, and so light! These were sooo nice to try. I would've want to try the ones with filling but I was too full haha. Definitely would like to come back to try more flavors next time! read more
Overall I rate it a 9/10! Must try when you go to Hawaii! This was one of our first stops after landing in Waikiki. We got custard, coconut, macadamia, and cinnamon! The coconut was the favorite, then macadamia, then custard and then cinnamon. The custard etc. is warm and delicious while the outside is sugary and pillowy! read more
3 months ago
This place long caught my eye when I saw lines of people outside waiting. I was a bit anxious for the lines, and to my surprise the entire process of ordering was extremely efficient. Parking is the greatest struggle, but they did have a parking attendant on site. We had a friend drop us off and circle back to pick us up. I got 3x cinnamon malasadas and they were so fresh and flavorful. I need to go back to try some of their filled malasadas. This place is actually worth the hype! read more
We went to Leonard's several times during our visit to Hawaii. We went to a mobile location, & visited their store location as well. Both locations were fantastic. We tried all their varieties of malasadas. My favorite variety was the custard one. There might be a long time, but it moves quickly. The hot, fresh malasadas are absolutely phonemes. I cannot give enough stars to Leonard's! read more
Busy busy busy and local historic dessert and treat. It reminds me of California drive thru spots where you make your line to place your order and wait for your call up number outside . The parking space is very limited for the front of the store. Places for parking are limited and the side road is one way only so check your space when you visit. They have items for purchases including stickers and keepsakes- really cute! The flavors are exquisite they make them to order hot and fresh which had the cozy feeling back at home when we opened them Up and ate them with coffee. Delicious spot, be patient with the wait, and enjoy! read more
6 months ago
Of course, like many people traveling through Hawaii, I was told I needed to stop at Leonard's and try their Malasadas and I'm so glad I squeezed it in. There is a bit of parking but you might have to mark down the street because the parking lot is kind od congested. We ordered a box of Malasdas with Cinnamon, Haupai (Coconut) filling, Guava filling and Macadamia filling, as well as the original malasada. These Malasadas were so good! I they are butterfly little pieces of clouds! Such amazingly soft texture and structure. The filings were all so authentic in flavor and really felt like they were made with love. We waited about little for our malasadas after ordering but no longer them 10 minutes for sure. They came off warm and fresh and we're just such a nice sweet treat! I recommend Leonard's to anyone who comes to the island!! read more
LOVEEEE IT HERE!!!! Their guava malasadas are my absolute favorite--soft, sweet, and perfectly fluffy every time. Each bite is pure bliss, and you can really taste the care that goes into making them. The bakery itself has a warm, inviting vibe that makes it a joy to stop by, whether you're grabbing a treat on the go or taking a moment to enjoy something special. Definitely a must-visit for anyone with a sweet tooth! read more
We arrived and there was limited parking in their front lot, so we had to park along the street nearby and walk over. There is a lot right next to the bakery with Ululani's shave ice, but there is specific signage that states bakery customers will get towed. There was a short line when we arrived. Mostly people waiting for their orders. Usually the line is longer. You have the option to order online, but can't seem to order single pieces. The inside is small. No dining area. You pretty much pick up your order to go. If you get fewer than 6 pieces, they place your malasadas/puffs in a bag, not a box, which is fine. The OG malasadas do not have filling in them as they are called malasada puffs. You have the option to choose from sugar coat only or sugar + cinnamon, and one other (all 3). The puffs fillings that day: guava, macadamia, haupia, custard. We ordered the guava, macadamia, and then 1 OG malasada. The macadamian filling was the best personally as it had a nutty flavor and not overly sweet like the guava filling. The service wasn't too friendly or warm. You can tell the staff just want you in and out because they get busy. I get it... but customer service is kind of impt too... Not sure I'll need to come back for these as I've had malasadas elsewhere on the Island, and they tasted just as good and with friendly customer service! read more
The malasadas(Portuguese origin) and bread were great! The location not so much. Leonard's has a few locations and I would suggest driving to one if you have the time. The shop is small but the service was friendly and relatively quick. We've been living here for nearly 2 years and we've traveled to Leonard's twice. It's a sweet, unique experience but it's a heavy treat. read more
The famous warm malasadas in Honolulu! I went here on a Saturday afternoon and obviously it is extremely busy. Minimal parking spots if any so if you're only going for pickup, you can take a risk to park in neighboring lots to quickly retrieve the order. I ordered through DoorDash which was ready when I arrived and total only took 10 minutes for them to pack the order, versus a longer wait in person, though you're paying a small upcharge ordering through platforms like DoorDash. I got the half dozen which came in the famous pink box, with one of each flavor. I love the haupia one the most, and definitely must get one of the li hing mui dusted ones which gives a nice balance of sweet and savory. read more
So glad I gave this spot a try! I was worried it would be one of those "over hype spots" but nope, it did not disappoint! My favorite was their guava malasada. Their seasonal flavor was pineapple so I had to try that too. Pretty good! Haupia (coconut cream) was good too but def on the sweeter side (as expected). When you first get there, you'll order inside, pay, and then wait outside for pick up. It was so crowded in front but the wait ended up not being that bad. Love that it's made to order and warm when we got it! The parking lot here is pretty small. There's a close by residential area for street parking. read more
I really hate waiting in line... except for Leonard's. Third time and its still so good, esp fresh. The malasadas with the original and the plain, and cinnamon are great. I don't even have a sweet tooth but I love it.They have seasonal flavors too. Must eat in Hawaii. read more
Come here for the malasadas because everyone and their mothers told you to. It is a must-try as a visitor to Honolulu. Ordering and picking up are pretty straightforward. You see a large lively mass of people waiting for their orders, and you might worry you'll have to wait too long. It is worth it. And it is not too long. Given Leonard's proximity to UH's campus, you will often find university students coming to Leonard's to buy malasadas for school functions. I have consumed many malasadas for this reason. I really love the filled malasadas and have been fortunate to try many flavors. I am a huge fan of the macadamia, haupia, custard, and dobash fillings. The lilikoi (a special flavor) and guava are also quite nice. I honestly could eat a whole box of malasadas, but that would probably overwhelm my bodily functions. The malasadas plain or filled are coated in sugar, which gets everywhere. Everywhere. You have been warned. There's a lovely, retro atmosphere to Leonard's, which may in part be due to the historical photos of their business which they have displayed out front. And I love history! read more
This is the old school first opened shop in Waikiki (Kapahulu). It has a small parking lot. I love that they have the lighted neon sign. They make malasadas fresh at this location. It's an actual shop versus the pop-up vans that they have. Service is fast they accept card and cash Casual little shop... it is small so waiting for your order would be outside. read more
This is the place for malasadas! We got lucky with a parking spot in their small lot. There was a short line to order inside and then you wait for your order outside. They come out hot and fresh, so its best to eat them as soon as you can! The guava one is delicious. read more
4 months ago
Love the history and nostalgia of Leonard's. Can't go wrong with hot, delicious donuts. We arrived around 9am and was in line a super short time. We ordered the coconut, chocolate and macadamia nut. My preference was the macadamia nut. read more
4 months ago
Careful with these, you can down a half dozen in a blink of an eye. Soft and served warm, these little pockets of heaven are a must when in Hawaii! So light and airy and perfectly sweet. The guava filling might be my favorite but you cant go wrong with any of them. Also something you can order ahead of time online if you dont want to wait in lines (which can get long depending on when you go). Dont sleep on these! Try all flavors! read more
The famous spot with the iconic pink boxes. Going back here was probably what I was looking forward to most since the last time I was in Oahu eleven years ago. I decided to go with a half dozen of the malasada puffs with one of each flavor available. My personal ranking is custard then macadamia then dobash then haupia then guava then lilikoi (featured flavor) Definitely a must try if you are visiting! read more
Love love love this place. Line goes super fast, parking lot is small but turns over quickly that we've never had a problem parking. My recommendation is to just stick with the original malasada with sugar. Perfectly pillowy, soft and so hot you can barely hold it when it first comes out. It's perfection already so doesn't need any frills. If taking on a plane, order a dozen and ask for no sugar. Back home, pop one in the microwave for 10 seconds and sprinkle with your own sugar. Not as good as fresh obviously but still great and better than anywhere else outside of Hawaii. No other malasadas compare. read more
8 months ago
We always make it a point to stop by Leonard's each time we're on the island. We ordered a mix of macadamia, custard, guava, and haupia (coconut) flavored malasadas. Every malasada was made fresh to order, lightly coated in sugar, and incredibly fluffy and pillowy inside. The custard fillings were light and flavorful, never overly sweet or heavy. The macadamia was easily our favorite, such a nice, subtle mac nut flavor that really stood out. The haupia had a gentle coconut taste that felt light and refreshing, while the guava was mildly fruity and balanced, not overpowering. The custard was delicious as well, just prefer a heavier vanilla flavor. We waited only about 5 minutes from ordering to getting our malasadas, which was great, especially since it wasn't busy when we stopped by. Warm, fresh, and absolutely worth it, this is a must-visit spot whenever you're in Hawaii read more
Leonard's Bakery has been around since 1952, now that's a whole lot of tradition. Generations have gone through their doors and the bldg design and footprint have pretty much stayed the same after all these years. The number one seller is their malasadas and they are quite good. Nice and soft, I prefer the basic, traditional malasadas to those with filling. There is the type that is best eaten hot and fresh, they do not translate well the next day. Many island visitors come by to get these delicious treats so the parking can be full and the lines long. On a side note Leonards opened up a location in Tokyo in December of 2025. So you can now get your fix in Japan. read more
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933 Kapahulu Ave
Honolulu, HI 96816
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Do they ship to the mainland?
No, but you can pack it up to go with you on the plane.
Anything gluten free?
I didn't see any at the time we visited, but their menu does advertise macaroons and butter mochi which may be gluten free.
I could not order for delivery through Door Dash or Uber Eats. Very disappointed. I called them at Leonard's and they said order through Door Dash but they do not have Leonard's listed. Do they deliver or not?😟
https://www.doordash.com/store/leonard's-bakery-honolulu-24742124/ I was able to Google Leonard's…
Can you take it home to the main land?
Yeah, but order it with no sugar. Instead ask for a a side of sugar. When you get there, reheat them in the microwave or air fryer, and sprinkle the sugar on top. Will taste (practically) like new.
Do they take phone orders for large amounts for pick up?
Yes. But give them a lot of advanced notice
Do they have anything that is dairy-free?
Nothing that I remember seeing there. So I guess not.
Is it safe to eat the original malasadas for people with peanut allergy?
I don't think I saw peanuts nor peanut oil on their menu
Sadly we missed out this trip... do you ever go to festivals in California?
Food festivals yes
Are they open on holidays? More specifically, will they be open tomorrow, 9/5 for Labor Day?
Yes, they are open on some holidays, including Labor Day.
Are they cash only?
You can use a card unless it's under a certain amount. I think around $5
Are there savory options or just sweet?
They have a few savory options that are sausages or ham and cheese wraps in sweet bread pastry. Take a look at their website for their menu. They are mainly in demand for…
To the locals...Did Leonard's change their recipe?? I've been eating Leonard's for over 40 years. I ate malasadas twice within a month. The dough seems more dense now (my friends agree). Miss the old recipe!!!😫
Locals say they did…. I’ll tell you they are very dense… but delicious.
Can Leonard's Bakery Gift Cards be used at mobile locations?
Yes. Here's a link that explains Leonard's Bakery Hawai'i Gift Cards: "https://www.giftly.com/gift-card/leonards-bakery-honolulu"
How can I get them delivered?
Hello, On their website is says no delivery. So sorry!…
Does anyone have nutritional information on one Malasada? How many calories? Fat ... saturated fat? sugar? And no snide comments from fat pre existing condition kine?
I mean if you ate a dozen in one sitting and you start sweating, get chills, and faint - you went into a diabetic shock so that will answer the sugar question. Now, if you squeeze one of the malasadas and you see oil, that answers your fat question,…
Do you have items that do not include; eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, sesame or shellfish?
Of course ... get your donut Down to Earth
Do you deliver?
I know you can order online and just pick up. But don't think they deliver not sure.
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