Shopping in Kalihi, Honolulu, Hawaii…read more.. We stumbled upon KYD, Inc. K. Yamada Distributors when we searched our Yelp apps for "shopping". This is an interesting store that has takeout containers, disposable utensils, dressings, jams, canned corned beef, salsa, cleaning products, etc. I paid attention to the "Hot Sale" signs for the best prices and great deals. I found sleeves of cups that my mom likes to use to serve certain desserts. It's challenging to find these disposable cups! I had looked everywhere for them! Now, I find them for $3 ... wow! I think I need to return! I saw packs of plastic spoons for $2. Maybe I should get them for the next family party... Tip: use cash to avoid the 2.5% credit card fee. Also: They asked for a name for the sale... for their records

Locally packed…read more.. The need to support local for various packing items KYD, Inc is an awesome place that does provide materials not just to the retail industry but for the general public as well. Nadine C suggested to check this place out which I'm so happy I did though the location is in the Lagoon Drive area which we all know the parking situation is tough though they do have a few stalls right in front of the biz many do drive by and double park behind you so if you find a street parking it's totally suggested the best way to avoid getting blocked. The door is to the left of the building and is actually the Will Call area though they do have a lot of shelves to display their inventory which does include cleaning chemicals, food containers, gloves and many items that you just don't see like foam trays. Their clearance section items starts from $0.50 with sale items from $1 finding items for your event doesn't have to be pricey. Thank you!

I love going to ChefZone for interesting food and drink items, bulk purchases, and fresh produce. I…read morelove to wander around the different aisles and see what they have. There's everything from items to make coffee/tea drinks and boba teas, to fancy frozen seafood, to bulk cheeses, beans, vegetables, and more. It's usually very quiet when I'm there and there's lots of space to wander through the aisles. If I'm looking for a slightly more unusual item, I usually give ChefZone a try as they have all sorts of interesting things. Parking is free and there are usually several open spaces. You have to sign up for an Ohana Card to purchase but it's free and simple to get once you enter.

It's a locally owned and operated and part of the Y. Hata Ohana. Their warehouse has gourmet food…read moreand restaurant's supply for food service professionals and home cooks. You can find some local products and gourmet food supplies that you may not be able to find at other places. You will find frozen products and produce in the chiller and containers, utensils & plastic bags and other restaurant supplies. Sometimes they have specials going on and gourmet items that you will need to make your dish a stand out. It great to browse around and see what they have. They have free memberships for Ohana and business memberships. For businesses, can enter 2 hour prior from regular memberships. Although they may not turn away paying customers if they happened to show up early. There's enough free parking available. Recently forgot something in my cart and I took a chance to call if anyone turned it in. Yay, they had it on their log and so grateful. The chef zone's red roof can be seen from afar! It's located at Ualena street and close to Lagoon Drive! Sign up and your card will be ready when the next time you visit again.

For fancy lei makers this is yer place to go! They have quite the variety of colors, quality. They…read morehave supplies for crocheted leis as well. Cannot give the best advice as I was here hoping to get yarn for crocheting. Sadly, for all of us other crafty yarn workers for apparel, toys, blankets - this is not for you. (unless yer making a really fuzzy shirt or something? ‍) Middle is where I put this s I was really in a mission for other goods - so it a neutral not good or bad.

Yarn lei supplies in Kalihi, Honolulu, Hawaii…read more.. When my mom calls me, I worry. She hardly ever calls - and when she leaves a message to call her back, I'm ready for the worst.... I called her back as soon as I psyched myself up. Mom had a nervous laugh in her voice, so I braced myself even more... She explained that she and her classmates wanted to do something for the 88 graduates of their high school, Sacred Hearts Academy. They didn't want to give a perishable flower lei, so they thought that a yarn lei would be appropriate. What does that have to do with me? I attended Maryknoll School. Hah! Mom knows that I know how to make a yarn lei - and quite efficiently. I had made 100 lei for my nephew's graduation, so, what's 88 more? Mom also knows that I know where to get supplies at a reasonable price. She suggested that I call Max Imports and see if they're open. It's not easy saying "no" to mom. Thinking about all the sacrifices she made for me over the decades... well... you know... So, of course, mom was right. Max Imports was open. The phone was answered right away and the nice lady on the phone helped me so much. I told her that I needed to make 88 lei. She asked what school and figured out the colors: Yellow grosgrain ribbon - 3 spools White long eyelash yarn - 9 packages Yellow short eyelash yarn - 9 packages Total = $485.34, including tax I told the kind lady that I could be there in about an hour after getting cash from the bank - no problem. That was enough time for her to pull the items from the shelves. When I got to Max Imports in Kalihi, there was metered street parking and a free parking lot next to the warehouse. I went up to the table like she described and rang the "Apple Bell". She appeared quickly and I gave her the cash. She went back inside to get a receipt for me. I found out that her name was Alice. I had seen her before at the Douglas Trade Shows at the Neal S. Blaisdell Center. I had bought yarn and ribbon from them several times in the past. I had even come to this shop to get supplies. Alice was so knowledgeable and pleasant. She even helped me carry a box to my car! As we walked, I thanked her because I know that the prices at Walmart and Longs are higher. She added that those retailers wouldn't have the quantity I needed. She's right! So - if you need to make many lei, come to Max Imports for the best prices and service! Good luck!

I Heart Marukai…read more Going to Marukai is like being in a candy store for me. Entering the store, my senses are barraged with upteen choices, starting with snacks. Really have to hold myself back as I could subsist on Japanese snacks alone lol. Love that freshly milled rice is available here, amongst the myriad of bagged rice choices. Hot and cold food available here, along with poke bar and food items of regional fairs regularly held here. Getting here may pose a challenge with lane closures due to rail construction. Once you get here, finding parking is usually not an issue (save special holidays). Perhaps tonight I will be dreaming of having a shopping spree at Marukai where I get to consume what I wish to my hearts delight!

I can count on this location for fresh bentos, hot and cold selections made daily under $10 during…read morebreakfast and lunch. If you need bentos for dinner, some may be discounted for $1 to $2 less than the regular price. Most of the employees running the kitchen are done for the day. I have bought some items regarding party favors. If I need to find specific Japanese items or brands, I can browse and generally find it here. You're welcome to bring your own shopping bags. There's also recyclable bags available for purchase.

Mid City Restaurant Supply is open to the public no membership needed . For my job I needed a…read moredigital thermometer for my reading when I cook things . I decided to check Mid City I remember my friend saying they sell all kinds of restaurant merchandise. Located next door to Best Buy 500 Alakawa St. Customer service was on point once I entered the establishment I was greeted and asked if I needed any assistance. I knew what I was looking for so I picked up the items then took to the check out counter . I'll be back in the future to purchase some good kitchen knives. Support local Support local

It's been a while but since I was looking for something very specific I headed off to mid city…read more Still a great place for kitchen supplies and equipment. Their prices were even better than Amazon

Very nice, friendly and helpful. They didn't have what I was looking for but they happily referred…read moreme to the people who would have what I was looking for.

This restaurant supply store is a favorite of mines. Anytime I need kitchen gadgets, utensils,…read morecontainers, my bartending supplies, everything you need for a bar or restaurant this is the where you will feel like a kid in a candy store. They always have great sales on items they overstock on, & the prices are really good. I always come here for my purée mixes for my home bar. Parking is easy right in front & staff is always helpful.

Avoid ordering from them…read more Ordered and cancelled for an item they didn't have in stock and had to ship in. Cancelled within 4 hours of ordering and they still want to charge a cancellation fee, for something they don't even have............. Looks like cancelled orders are store credit only. Tried to give them the benefit of the doubt with business even after hearing terrible reviews from others. Looks like service is still the same, slim to none. Pricing was also not competitive and about $200-$300 more than others. Do your homework, shop around and avoid dealing with IPD.

This place can order hard to find hardware for doors, locks and padlocks. I say order because…read morealmost everything needs to be ordered. Not sure why it's not kept in stock, but at least it can be ordered There are a few ladies that work in the office and they will help you solve your issues the best way they can. I have been lucky... each time I have reached out to Island Pacific Distributors I have gotten great results. If you are a contractor you can get a discount, but the thing I like the most is being able to locate and order hard to find products. I have called many places with no luck. Great parking right in front of the location, sample to look at and tons of catalogs. The ladies a super nice and always smiling.