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    Slappy Cakes

    4.0 (3k reviews)
    Open • 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    SLAPPY CAKES ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    Zarah D.

    We had such a good time at the restaurant! My kids loved making their own pancakes and decorating them. The servers were very sweet and attentive even though it was just. Such a cute place and a great idea for breakfast.

    Loco moco
    Monique A.

    We visited with a large group and were pleasantly surprised that we were seated within about 30 minutes of arriving. The restaurant was clean, spacious, and able to accommodate our party comfortably. For food, we ordered the make-your-own pancakes for the kids, the loco moco, and the Hawaiian pancakes. The loco moco was good overall, although the hamburger patty tasted more like a premade patty than a fresh, house-made one. The Hawaiian pancakes were tasty, but they were fairly similar to standard diner pancakes. I was hoping for more nuts folded into the batter to give them a little more texture and flavor. If you're looking for authentic Hawaiian food or strong Hawaiian flavors, this probably isn't the place. The dishes we tried felt more like standard diner fare with a Hawaiian-inspired twist rather than traditional Hawaiian cuisine. Our server, Juan, provided mediocre service. He didn't check on our table very often, and when there was a mix-up with one of our orders, he came across as slightly rude rather than helpful. The experience wasn't terrible, but the service definitely left room for improvement. Overall, the restaurant was clean and accommodating for large groups, the food was decent, and with more attentive service, the experience could have been much better.

    Made our own pancakes at the table

    This place is good for the experience. Fun for my daughter to fool around and play with her food. The batter for the pancakes itself isn't anything spectacular. Its more for the fun of it. My husband ordered a banana french toast that he absolutely loved. Great basic breakfast spot for the fun of it.

    Banana bread french toast
    Michael B.

    Solid breakfast and a unique experience, what's there not to like? We got there on a weekday morning and waited about 30min to get a table, which wasn't bad considering the crowd outside when we got there.. We ordered the banana bread french toast and the buttermilk batter with bananas, blueberries, and chocolate chips. The fruit was fresh and the batter was a good, thick buttermilk. We had fun trying to draw different shapes and our 4yr old really loved it. He wanted to go back every morning for breakfast. Our breakfast was definitely carb heavy with the pancakes and french toast. The one batter was a good amount of pancakes for the 3 of us so probably should have ordered more protein. The french toast was good but also just kind of tasted like banana bread so nothing special. The server we had was very welcoming, friendly, and attentive. Definitely worth stopping by if you're in the area. Hope you enjoy!

    Joe S.

    Closer to 3.5 stars. Cute concept, and executed fairly well, but at the end of the day, the food should reign supreme, and while the food here wasn't terrible, it wasn't fantastic either. The pork belly Benedict was decent, and the pancakes weren't bad at all. We added chocolate chips and syrup which added to the cost. My mimosa was also pretty good, I just wasn't terribly impressed with any of it. Service was prompt and friendly. Place was spacious; we were lucky to get a table in 20 min; the place gets packed quick. My 5-year old daughter liked it enough for me to come back, but not sure if I would if it was just me

    Make your own hotcakes
    Melissa J.

    Local, fresh and friendly service with pretty incredible pancakes. The menu is great, sure they sell pancakes and you can even be the master of making your own tableaux but the banana bread French toast is pretty amazing too. There are monthly specials, burritos and even booze if you are feeling so inclined. Making reservations comes in handy at this family friendly breakfast spot, it's no wonder they are voted best in breakfast.

    Loaded Potatoes + bacon
    Jasmine Z.

    Quick and friendly service, the decor is super cute and the restaurant is clean. I ordered the loaded potatoes with bacon and absolutely LOVED it. Super filling and very tasty, the peppers in the potato mix were a great addition. My husband got the grand slap which he enjoyed and my girls shared pancakes. The strawberry jam is DELICIOUS!!!!!!! We have gone back two more times as we liked it so much!

    Build your own pancakes
    Travel Junkie

    Build your own pancakes or a lot of fun for the kids. Make your own pancakes. The kids had a lot of fun and it was a lot of fun to add the toppings.

    Strawberry shortcake pancakes and Elvis
    Allison F.

    I was really looking forward to Slappy Cakes but it did not live up to the hype. They are extremely stingy on toppings. I ordered the Elvis pancakes and I didn't even receive half of a banana. Mind you the small pinch of bacon and peanut butter. The taste of the pancakes was decent but I'm not sure how you can really go wrong with pancakes, for $16 id expect a lot more. I'd recommend trying out some other small cafes for pastries and coffee instead of Slappy Cakes.

    Jackie A.

    Food was great and kids had a blast making their own pancakes. Next time would just get one bottle of batter though. We had a lot left over.

    Avocado Toast
    Akhilesh B.

    This place opens early in the morning for breakfast, especially for those travelers traveling east. They have a hot griddle on each table to make pancakes live (make your own) which probably is a great experience and tasty as well. We although went for their avocado toast - not what they are known for and neither they should be. Nothing extraordinary there, but micro greens make it look fancy at the least. Ambience is good and service decent. Not every place on the island that's highly rated is great and this serves for a great example.

    Amelia M.

    The pictures do it no justice. Slappy cakes was awesome!!!!! Came here for breakfast and wanted loco moco & pancakes to fuel us before we hit the beach. Husband and I were really happy with the food & service. Loco moco was one of the best I had on the island and the perfect portion for breakfast. The pancakes were so yummy too!!! . We came right as they were opening and got seated quickly. Clean & huge inside. Staff were so friendly and overall great dining experience. 10/10 food 10/10 service

    Jennifer H.

    Must stop when the nephews are here to visit. They love making their own pancakes. Gotta keep a close eye on them at 5 & 8 with a burner on the table but we always have a lot of fun. It's great for families with kids, quick pace and loud (so you don't have to worry about kids making noise). I always get the breakfast burrito and they get pancakes with fruit. We all leave full and happy!

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    Place is amazing and fast! Great for families and lots of fun! A little pricey for the toppings but very good and fun experience!

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    Ask the Community - Slappy Cakes

    I've seen lots of mixed reviews. What should I expect going here in June - July 2025?

    Just plan accordingly. It's busy on weekends, but usually there's no line if you show up right when they open. If you're from the mainland a visit to Slappy Cakes is always worth it. Get the griddle table, create some fun edible art and if you're… 

    So you have pancake batter without eggs?

    Yes! They have the best gluten free & vegan pancakes!

    We are a party of 9 (5 adults, 4 small children). Do they have adequate seating for that?

    Yes

    Can you make reservations?

    I don't believe you can. And they did have limited space seating when I was last there. We had a very short wait before being called in to sit. And it was DEFINITELY worth it!!

    Are there vegan options?

    There are a few vegan options. You can check out a menu on their website.

    Do you need a reservation?

    No reservations aren't required, but it gets busy and you may have a line of people in front of you.

    Can the loco moco be made gluten free?

    Probably not as you can remove the onion straws but the gravy almost certainly has some flour in it.

    Do they have vegan or egg-free batter?

    Yes!!! They have vegan & gluten free batter & it's DELICIOUS!!! Definitely try it!

    Are sundays busy?

    It seems like every day is busy, but if you don't mind eating at the bar then you will gwt a seat a lot faster. So worth it!!!

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