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I came here and asked for a scoop of ube and coconut ice cream. They did give me two single scoops instead of one double scoop so you may want to be clear when ordering. They put a peanut brittle crumble on top which is what really sets this place apart. If you don't like peanut, this might not be for you. Other wise we all loved it. The shop is cutely decorated and has some seating outside read more

MOSA - Ube and Coconut Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Thanks for visiting! Ube and coconut is always a solid choice, and we…

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Suri S.

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Oh my peanut! This new Taiwanese spot is going to be the next big thing for dessert lovers in town. The owners make you feel so welcome and part of the Mosa family. One of the owners (Mickey) came out to personally deliver and get feedback on the mosa. Very friendly and full of good energy. We got the bestseller which is the Mosa Wrap ($12.95) which comes with 2-3 flavors of icecream topped with peanut brittle shavings flown in straight from Taiwan! We picked the flavors: Kona coffee, Ube, coconut. They were all creamy and complemented the peanut shavings inside the crepe. I've never had a dessert quite like this. We shared this, but I recommend getting your own haha. It's really yummy that you don't want to share. They take your picture too-- you can choose to keep or add to the wall of fame! What a nice gesture and memory to cherish (we kept ours). We already plan to come back though and take a new pic to add to their wall! Kind of hidden spot, but it's next to the tourist place called Cuckoo Coconuts that's always playing music and behind the Waikiki Shopping Plaza. Highly recommend! We'll be back again soon! read more

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Christine G.

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One of my favorite places I visited in Waikiki was this place. We wanted to get something sweet, and MOSA was the closest place to our hotel. It was also pretty late in the evening, and Mosa was the only dessert place open and close to us; they were open until midnight. MOSA's bright lights and colors make them stand out. The service was quick even though they were busy. The staff were also friendly and helpful when I asked them about their menu. I got a mini MOSA wrap (crepe style) with coffee, chocolate, and coconut ice cream. Even though it was a mini, I still found it big (not that I am complaining). The ice cream was fresh and light, but my favorite was the peanut shavings. The peanut shaving added texture and crunch to the wrap. Overall, I enjoyed my visit to MOSA. I recommend this place if you're in the area. read more

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Christy L.

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Cute and aesthetic dessert place :-) The decor and nighttime ambiance really ties in the place together! The service was great!! Our server was funny and nice. The ice cream came out relatively quickly as well. As for the actual dessert, I feel like it was a 3/5 stars at most. I prefer tastes where you can really distinguish between each flavor. Each flavor was super light to the point where the kona coffee and ube almost tasted identical. Other than that, I love the peanut crumble they put on top. read more

MOSA - ube, kona coffee, pineapple mosa cup - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Masaki S.

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Hannah H.

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About a 1-1.5: MOSA offers ice cream in various flavors (coconut, strawberry, matcha, vanilla, chocolate, coffee, ube, and cookies & cream) and tanghulu (which are in limited stock). We went for the 3-scoop option, with coconut, ube, and coffee - the ice cream itself, unfortunately, was grainy and had some ice crystals, which made it unenjoyable. The tanghulu with the strawberries, didn't seem to have been prepared correctly, as the melted sugar coating was too thick, and the strawberries themselves should have been more fresh. Service was fine; note that this is a take-out business, so you get your treat(s) to go. +grainy ice cream +avoid the tanghulu read more

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We truly appreciate you giving MOSA a try and for sharing your honest…

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Raj M.

11 months ago

We got ube and coffee. Ice creams are flavorful. Service is good. Staff is made up of young friendly kids. Loved the overall experience. Peanut sprinkle is too strong for the subtle flavors of the ice cream and I don't recommend it as a topping. read more

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Reshta L.

2 months ago

Amazing service and delicious crepe burrito some of the best dessert you can get down in Waikiki

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James L.

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Awesome awesome dessert night spot in Waikiki! Such a hidden gem, the crepe is thin and the peanuts adds a nice touch to the ice cream. Mickey was super friendly, passionate, and upbeat explaining the business. Truly a comfortable and fun place to visit on any occasion whether it's with a friend, a date or with family cause they are amazing people and the dessert is super fun. Don't forget the tanghulu cause they are sweet, juicy fruit covered in harden sugar coating creating the perfect fruity and delicious snack! read more

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I was so excited to have this again, since I had it in Taiwan & it was so delicious. Only the peanuts taste the same. Can't taste the ube or coconut ice cream. Just gotta keep searching for the real thing. read more

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We stumbled upon this place during our evening walk, I really love how they topped it with peanut sauce/brittle Service is fast Ambiance is casual read more

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We’re so glad you stumbled upon us during your evening walk and got…

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Nathalia R.

5 months ago

Funny that I dont really like ice cream.. But since I just went to a long hike, Ive decided to cool down with an ice cream.. Andddddd I cant even tell you enough how good it was..like Ive never tasted ice cream before.. This is the best dessert Ive ever had in my whole life and the owner Mickey was just amazing as well!!! And guess what..I ordered 2 crepes bc its just sooo gpod!! You shouldddd come and try!!! Highly recommended read more

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Erica K.

2 months ago

Tasty! I wasn't sure what it meant by peanuts, but it's like peanut brittle that's shaved finely and put in top.

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Yvette L.

10 months ago

First off spent $30 here for 3 items a wrap, cup and tanghulu. Cup was fine can't mess that up as well as wrap just ice cream melts fast! My biggest issue is the tanghulu, you pay a lot of money already for 3 strawberries but the strawberries were rotten and smushed plus the sugar wasn't hard no crunch at all!! The sugar was more like a thin soft candy that gets stuck in your teeth! Don't waste your money here. read more

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The ube is good and cute in the planter pot but I could have done without the peanut shavings on top. It makes it taste like too much peanut butter flavor read more

MOSA - Ube in a cup - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Masaki S.

Appreciate you giving us a shot! Ube love is real. And totally get…

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Blake M.

5 months ago

Nothing else like it in Waikiki and on Oahu! Great dessert and great service, highly recommend! read more

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Sabrina L.

3 months ago

Our favorite peanut brittle ever! Ice cream is so good and tanghulu too. Be warned they run out of tanghulu pretty fast though.

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Hali Y.

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1000% must try. I personally LOVE anything peanuts, and this was such a treat. The peanut crumble adds a different texture to the softness of the ice cream, along with the wrap that adds another, almost mochi like texture. The only disappointing thing is that we inhaled it so fast and it was gone in a flash! I could have had 3 of these. Whatever restaurant you're eating at, skip the dessert and come here! read more

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Masaki S.

Mahalo for this incredible review! We love that you’re a peanut lover…

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Teasha M.

1 year ago

Great little ice cream stand right off Kalakaua Ave. We went here several times during our recent stay at the Sheraton. Lots of flavor options and the staff was always quick and friendly. Decent amount of outdoor seating. They serve your ice cream in cute little flower pots with tiny shovels for the spoons. read more

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Masaki S.

Thank you so much for visiting us multiple times during your stay—it…

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Yvonne C.

6 months ago

Took my daughter this trip to try, so yummy. The service is excellent & friendly. I enjoyed Mosa last August, was excited to go back last week. Great dessert & Awesome service. read more

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Amber S.

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Delicious ube ice cream! Long lines but despite this I felt I got my order fairly quickly. read more

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Masaki S.

Ube ice cream is always worth the wait! We appreciate your patience,…

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Gabriel C.

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This is definitely something everyone should experience when they visit Waikiki if you like ice cream and good vibes and energy this is a must! I went almost every night I was in town for dessert. The vanilla and coffee and cookies n cream ice creams are super creamy and the fruit flavors are crisp and flavorful! Everything tastes fresh and the peanut brittle adds an amazing component to the flavor that I'm not used to and that I ABSOLUTELY LOVE! Jason and Mickey are such kind, hardworking and dedicated entrepreneurs. They greeted me on my second visit by name after only meeting me once. You can tell how much they care about their customers and their craft and I wish them the most success possible and hope that one day I can get some Mosa! In LA / California as they continue to grow their business! Appreciate you guys! Keep up the good work and thank you for making my trip to Oahu so memorable. read more

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Erik B.

6 months ago

The location is a little off the main streets, but the ice cream was delightful and the service was helpful.

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Kevin B.

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1 year ago

My fiancé saw their video on instagram, we had to try it. We had their most known a dessert called MOSA WRAP with kona coffee, coconut and pineapple ice cream. It was DELICIOUS! The grape tanghulu were great as well. read more

MOSA - Mosa wrap and tanghulu - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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We love hearing that Instagram led you to MOSA! and that you got to…

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Saafir D.

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1 year ago

This ice cream is so good. Definitely one of the best ice cream shops in Waikiki. The flavors were so good and tasted very natural and was really tasty and not too sweet. The staff was really helpful and nice and if you eat it there they bring you your order. Also a lot of seating for a small ice cream shop. I ate here twice and will definitely come back every time I visit Oahu. read more

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Masaki S.

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Open late Taiwanese dessert spot in Waikiki. Warning: if you have a peanut allergy stay clear of this spot! Walking around Waikiki at night and stumbled around MOSA. It's a walk-up dessert spot with some outdoor seating near the strip. The night we came by we had already partaken in one dessert --- but who doesn't love a double dessert night?! I ordered the mini mosa wrap, which is like a little crepe that comes with 2-3 scoops of ice cream. I got their coconut and ube ice cream- which paired perfectly with the peanut brittle. They also sold beef jerky, my friends were in more of a savory mood than me so they ended up buying 3 bags of jerky. They had samples of their jerky on the tables- we love the spicy and salt n' vinegar. If you're walking around Waikiki looking for a sweet treat, def check out this spot. read more

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Daisy S.

1 year ago

Ube flavor with peanuts was my absolute favorite. I came here every night I was in Hawaii! read more

MOSA - Ube - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Masaki S.

Omg stoppp this made us so happy. You’re basically family now! Ube +…

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Cheryl L.

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The staff was friendly and patient. The area was cute and easy to get too. Not too crowded and plenty of affordable options for food in the Waikiki area. Love the taste super unique. Worth the trip to try it out. They have stamp cards per transaction read more

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Wanted something sweet and most places were closed already but luckily found this place on yelp. Got the wrap with matcha and strawberry as recommended by the girl working in the front who was so sweet and helpful, (hope she reads this!) and even the guy who I think owns the place or something was so nice. What I really like was the crunchy stuff i think maybe it was the brittle or something, they said you could only get it at certain places which made it unique. They were so nice and we really enjoyed our experience, will be coming again in the future! Love the vibes read more

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Donna L.

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1 year ago

I'm pretty sure I'm obsessed with the ice cream from Mosa. Who knew that adding shaved peanut brittle to a scoop or two of ice cream would be so addicting, but it really is so good! I always ask for extra peanut brittle shaving. Mosa is a super relaxed and friendly place to grab some ice cream. The people who work there are super nice. They even check up on us while we're enjoying our ice cream. Will definitely stop by there every time I'm in Waikiki! read more

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Aloha Dona! We appreciate the love! The peanut brittle really does…

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Rachel C.

1 year ago

Still dreaming about this ice cream the sweet peanuts were such a nice contrast with the green tea and coconut ice cream I got. Service was quick, and the quality was top notch. Plus the little outdoor seating area was super cute and aesthetic, insta approved. read more

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Van K.

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Been seeing this place all over social media and finally was able to try it last night. This place is the real deal! We got the matcha/coconut combo and lawdddd that was scrumptious. Peanut brittle adds so much flavor, contrast and that coconut alone was delicious. Smooth and easy ordering. Beautifully set up tables and chairs with enough color to wake up the senses. What puts this place over the top was the co-owner. Bradda was saying hi, checking in, cleaning and overall seeing if everyone was okay. Real kind and personable fella, says they've been opened for 5 months. This place will be a regular spot for us. Ono-licious!!!!! read more

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Chad K.

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What a unique desert place located in the heart of Waikiki. Although parking maybe quite a challenge they do have something that separates them apart from the rest. Great customer service, incredibly welcoming atmosphere with a nice lounging area to sit and enjoy your dessert paired with awesome tasting dessert. I enjoyed their burrito ice cream toll they offer but nothing beats just having plain out ice creams with their peanut shavings on it. All in all a phenomenal place to be to enjoy yourself a great tasting dessert. They also do have a stamp card so feel free to ask them about it when paying for your bill at the window. Also if you know how to enjoy yourself a game or two on their gaming console that offers super smash bros read more

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Johnny N.

3 months ago

They're open quite late and serve a delightful treat to end off the night. I got the ice cream wrap and it was a relaxing and sweet dessert that makes you feel good! read more

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Mathew A.

3 months ago

Really great Ice cream. Love coming here with friends at night great friendly staff all the time.

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Delicious Taiwanese ice cream! And tanghulu . You get five stamps on the card and get a free 3 scopes. read more

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Chems R.

7 months ago

Got the crepe style mini with coconut and ube. The texture of the crepe mixed with ice cream and nuts was very unique and I would definitely get it again! The perfect dessert read more

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Angel S.

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The owner, Mickey was the sweetest guy ever. He was very attentive with his customers asking how we are, how we heard of his place, how we liked the sweet treat, and how grateful he was for us coming in. He even greeted us out. The sweetest ever! Place was adorable, and lots of seating. Ice cream was great! read more

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Bryan C.

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Such a great dessert place with great and cute staff! Came here cause I was looking for a late night treat with my friend and wanted some ice cream. And this totally made our night! Service was quick and the flavors of the ice cream were bomb! Definitely becoming back again before I fly out! read more

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2238 Lau'ula St
Honolulu, HI 96815
Waikiki
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(424) 750-2133
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Hours

What time does MOSA open?

MOSA opens at 4:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does MOSA close?

MOSA closes at 12:00 AM (Next day) on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM (Next day)

Payment methods

Does MOSA take credit cards?

Yes, MOSA takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does MOSA have catering options?

Yes, MOSA does have catering options.

Does MOSA have a drive thru?

No, MOSA does not have a drive thru.

Indoor Amenities

Does MOSA allow dogs?

Yes, MOSA allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does MOSA have bike parking?

Yes, MOSA has bike parking.

Does MOSA have parking?

Yes, MOSA has parking options. Garage Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Is MOSA wheelchair accessible?

Yes, MOSA is wheelchair accessible.

Does MOSA have free WiFi?

No, MOSA does not have free WiFi.

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We are the first Taiwanese-style Ice Cream store in Waikiki!

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4.6(166 reviews)

0.9 mi•Kaimuki

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.

Inside seating

Tea leaves with some shoyu topping

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New friends

Waiola Shave Ice

4.3(3.3k reviews)

0.9 mi•Mo'ili'ili

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This was the best shave ice I had while in Hawaii! I don't know how they make the shave ice so…read morefluffy and soft but the texture is incredible. I got the "Da Works" and it was amazing. I will 100% be back! They have a good amount of parking but not really any seating.

I've been going to Waiola's the past 20 yrs and have tried other shaved ice places but...This is…read morebest shaved ice in town! The consistency and finely shaved ice makes it my the best. My go to is the rainbow shaved ice with vanilla ice cream. It can get packed at times but parking is super easy, and rarely is it hard to find a spot. Lastly, they have super cute merch. I would put this on top of the list of shaved ice spots to visit when in town in Oahu!

Small Strawberry

Azuki bowl

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Obama Rainbow (left) & Hawaii 5-0 Rainbow (right)

Okayama Kobo Bakery & Cafe

4.5(362 reviews)

1.9 mi•Kaka'ako

This is me and my husband's go to bakery/coffee shop in Kakaako near Ward Theatres. We love their…read morebaked goods and ultra love their Banana Matcha! It is worth standing in the long line most especially in the weekends... We stood in line for about 25 minutes and it's okay. The only downside is the space, it is getting packed every time. Wish they could get a bigger location like SB where people can sit and hang. This also deserve another location maybe near town.

Such a cute bakery with so many fresh baked breads and pastries to choose from. They also have a…read morehuge made-to-order coffee and tea drink selection, which makes it the perfect little treat stop. I went during their Cinnamoroll collab and everything was adorable, from the cute packaging to the limited-time pastries, drinks, and merch. I tried the blueberry cold brew and loved that it wasn't overly sweet. Everything we tried was super soft, fresh, and delicious. My personal favorites from their everyday staples are the matcha mochi an pan and the French toast bread. Definitely a spot worth visiting!

Coffee anyone?

Cinnamon roll

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Coconut haupia bun

Walking Bean Cafe

4.6(83 reviews)

0.9 mi•Kaimuki

I tried their brand new item the Tofu Black Sesame Frappe. Wow! It was so delicious! I also did not…read morefeel bad drinking it after running because it had so much protein from the tofu which is what it's made out of. The tofu on the bottom made it similar to a coffee jelly drink with tofu as well as the strong hints of black sesame throughout the drink. I highly recommend trying it if you want to drink something that doesn't make you feel guilty after! Also to note I felt so full after drinking this drink LOL! That Tofu packed on a lot of protein and kept me full felt really energized after as well! Their bubble waffle is forever my favorite with a perfect crunchy outer and fluffy inner. I only go here for bubble waffles. Ambiance is so clean, bright, and cute. It definitely reminds me of a cute cafe you'd find in Korea! Definitely stop by :) it's one of my favorite cafes to visit.

Cute place! Great service but takes a wee bit of time…read more Tofu dessert (strawberry) - super yummy! Tamago (Egg salad) sandwich - sorry, I was not impressed, esp since it was quite pricey for what i make at home. Thought it would be little different. Brown sugar boba milk tea - sweet! Good to take home and add more milk to make another drink. Heard Great things about this place, so will be back to try more items.

Dubai Latte

Spicy Tuna Mayo Sandwich

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Matcha Energize Bowl... smooth and tasty!

Frostcity

4.5(1.1k reviews)

1.3 mi

This is my favorite shave ice place! You can't go wrong with…read moreany of the flavors, and each one comes with fresh fruit and mochi balls! Inside is always clean and the decor is cute. They have parking in the back of the building. Service is always helpful and nice. I've been coming here even when they used to be by University Ave.

We decided to come here since the restaurant ran out of mud pie. I had the craving for mud pie so…read morewe gave this place a try. I can't really explain the taste. It's not ice cream and it's not really shaved ice. Hopefully you can see in the pictures what I'm trying to describe. Oh it's Taiwanese style "snow ice". Airy and creamy shaved ice. The mud pie was like coffee ice cream with pieces of chocolate blended in. It was accompanied with watermelon, grapes and mochi. The green tea had a condensed milk drizzle accompanied with grapes, cantaloupe and mochi. Our order came out quite quickly and we were fortunate to get a table. All the tables were taken with a line forming. This is even while it's raining outside. I'm not one really looking for ambiance. It's just filled with people chatting with each other in a full house. I enjoyed it but it's not the same as having a real mud pie. Craving satisfied but not fulfilled.

Green Tea Side

Thai Tea Shave Ice

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Coconut & mango

Kansai Yamato

4.3(148 reviews)

1.0 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!

Assorted stuffed mochi. Orange one is the mango.

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Refrigerated mochi creams

Island Vintage Shave Ice

4.5(2.2k reviews)

0.1 mi•Waikiki

Came here twice during my trip! Island vintage usually has…read morea decent line, but moves fairly quickly. Ordering is done by tablet and is card only. Their syrups are natural and some have a stronger taste than others. I'll always top mine with condensed milk and their soft homemade mochi. Also, the ice quality is great, super soft and immediately melts in your mouth. Recommended syrups: Passionfruit Lychee mint Guava

Even the weather wasn't that hot, I had to try this place out. Ordered Hawaiian Rainbow. Order was…read moredone through self serve touch pad but if you have any questions they will help you out. Shave ice was more like modern style. It was soft and smooth unlike the OG shave ice. I like both styles but I prefer this way a bit more since it's very easy to eat and flavor soaked up deeper. Highly recommended.