Totally over ordered for just me and my toddler, but everything was so good and large portioned. You NEED to get build your own pancakes. Fully customizable. First, pick your batter (you can choose what kind like chocolate, buttermilk, seasonal -- I think they have pandan!) $10, additional toppings $3 or $4. One order of batter can feed 2-3 kids I would say. We got blueberries, chocolate chips, and whipped cream ---waaay too much. Should have just stuck with one or two toppings. Coolest thing is you cook it in the middle of your table yourself!! So you're able to make each pancake as big or small as you want, which is great because my little likes mini pancakes you usually can't find. She had fun throwing (way too many) chocolate chips on each pancake. We also ordered loco moco--good, not too salty. And candied bacon (comes with 4). Oh my lord, sooo delicious. The macadamia nuts are a nice touch. Drip coffee ($5) was surprisingly good. Needless to say, very kid friendly. High chairs and boosters available. They gave us a booth and booster so it'd be easier for my toddler to eat which was thoughtful. They also provided a plastic baby plate and spoon. And water cup with plastic lid and straw. Great service as well. read more

We've been visiting Slappy Cakes for many years now. This is our first time back since 2022. Back then, there was always a wait and parking was a challenge. These days, there is no wait and parking is easy. That's not a good sign. The quality of the food is just OK. The service is still good and the breakfast cocktails are good too. Kind of disappointed with some of the food. Bacon was not crisp, eggs were undercooked and there were too many up-charges. The people are very nice and the vibe is still good. Prices are OK, considering what's been going on on Maui. Not bad but could be better. read more

Came here for the first time with the family while we were on vacation in Maui. We heard many other families talking about this place and we had to check it out. In concept, it was a great and cool idea to let the kids create and cook their own pancakes. I would just say that it seemed a bit on the higher cost side to make our own pancakes. The pancakes were decent but I wasn't totally over the moon with it. I ordered the chicken fried steak and was really happy about it. It was a good size portion, the flavor was good and it came out hot from the kitchen. Overall it was a good experience and the kids totally loved to make their own breakfast, now we just need them to keep doing it at home!!! read more

Slappy Cakes - Chicken Fried Steak - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

I really enjoyed this place. The candied bacon with brown sugar and macadamia nuts crushed on top was worth the $12. The avocado toast was great. My husband enjoyed his pancakes very much. The service on our first visit was just ok and on our second visit it was better. read more

Breakfast was fabulous and service was very attentive. I had custom ordered pancakes offered with both coconut and maple syrup and both were great. Serving was huge so you could probably split a single order of cakes. Companion had eggs with spinach and cheese with potatos and a side of bacon. I can vouch the bacon was perfectly done and flavorful. She said the potatos had great seasoning and all in all would definately order it again. They will prepare cakes right at your table but we did not opt for that. Might be a bit iffy if you are with younger kids! read more

Loved the experience! Great staff. Would absolutely come back. GF Pancake mix 9/10 Mixers : Chocolate chips 9/10 Butterscotch bits 8.5/10 Bacon 8.5/10 Eggs 7/10 read more

Great spot for breakfast! I'm not even a fan of pancakes and I still enjoy it. Fun for little kids and the little kids at heart, with non-pancake options for those so inclined. Service is satisfactory and the place is always clean. read more

I did not know what to expect when I got here!! We came on a Saturday morning 9 am and there was no line. I'm sure it gets packed though! Such a big restaurant. Who knew you could make your own pancakes!!! This was very fun, we were so full and it was a great experience! We ordered the oat special pancakes (10$) for a bottle The beef tacos (special) And the Greek yogurt fruit bowl Toppings: banana, honey and coconut peanut butter!! Yall this was so fun, I was very satisfied and the coconut peanut butter is a must! I wouldn't do the tacos again but try other stuff! Ask your server what their favorite is bc our server told us his favorite were the coconut syrup and coconut peanut butter! He did not disappoint! read more

Slappy Cakes - Beef tacos - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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A nice and short walk from where we were staying! Definitely looks nicer once you get inside - cute atmosphere! My youngest daughter enjoyed being able to make her own pancakes! read more

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Slappy Cakes Maui is such a fun and unforgettable dining experience. The DIY pancake concept is what really sets this place apart--you get to cook your own pancakes right at the table, with a variety of batters to choose from and an endless selection of fixins to create exactly what you're craving. It's interactive, creative, and perfect for all ages. Beyond the pancakes, the menu is extensive and packed with flavorful, scrumptious options that go well beyond breakfast basics. Everything has a comforting, homemade "food for the soul" vibe that makes you want to linger and enjoy every bite. The staff truly completes the experience. Everyone is vibrant, welcoming, and always happy to answer questions or help guide you through the menu, which makes first-time visits especially enjoyable. And don't skip the drinks--the bar menu is incredibly creative, with fun, clever names that perfectly match the playful Slappy Cakes energy. Whether you're there for brunch, cocktails, or a unique dining experience, Slappy Cakes Maui consistently delivers. read more

It's definitely a place to take kids for the "make your own" pancakes option. Service was fast and friendly. I think they could improve a bit on quality and cleanliness. read more

A fun breakfast/brunch place, but options add up fast. We came around 9-10am on a weekend and had no trouble getting a table for 5 with a griddle. Everyone else ordered plates for breakfast, but my son and I did the MYO pancakes. The bottle of batter easily fed the two of us. The add-ons, which make the pancake experience fun, can add up fast. They're $3-4 each. We got chocolate chips, mac nuts, and coconut syrup. If you want pure maple syrup, it's an extra $4(!) otherwise, there's pancake syrup on the table. That said, we did get a LOT of each of those items, more than we used. We added a side of spam, which was sliced and grilled and had good flavor over simply sautéed. Juice and coffee was fine, and I appreciated that they had lids/straws for juice cups for keiki. read more

One thing stood out to us at this restaurant and we didn't get to personally experience it but we watched others and it looked like a blast. You can make your own pancakes! They have griddles in some tables where everyone can participate in making breakfast, fun for the whole family if you ask me. We had banana pancakes, the breakfast hash, and the Slappy grand slam, all were equally satisfying, and a good bang for your buck. We came at closing time so service was a little bit slow, but everyone was still very kind and overall we had a great experience. I'll give it a 4/5 stars because everything was good, but nothing exceptional stood out to us. Cheers Lexi read more

Slappy Cakes - Banana Pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

I had never seen a tabletop griddle in the middle of the table concept. While I didn't try it this go-around I may on a future visit. The burrito was good. The banana bread French toast was ok. I honestly didn't know what to expect. It sounded unique. I compare it to grilling a blueberry muffin vs a french toast using banana bread. read more

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Hungry for some delicious pancakes?? Well no further because this spot has everything you would want for pancakes. Want to make it yourself? They have that option too! This place was very unique and I was glad I found a place that had pancakes that are dairy free. My kids love pancakes however, my daughter has a dairy allergy so I was very happy I found this place. The server was very accommodating and went to the kitchen a few times to check if things had dairy. I like more savory breakfasts so I got a Burrito with bacon, which was very good. Bacon was a little extra. It needed a little more meat though. My wife loved the country fried steak with gravy. We ordered extra gravy but they didn't tell us it would be extra.. however we enjoyed it. Great spot and it gets filled pretty quickly so I'd suggest getting there early! Earlier the better! read more

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Got a coupon for a free batter with any meal order. I had never been to a Slappy Cakes, so decided to try here for breakfast. The staff was very friendly and promptly led me to my table. I found loco moco and ordered it "my usual" way of eggs over medium and gravy on the side. I ordered the special peanut butter batter. It was enough batter to make four small pancakes. The loco moco was very good. The pancakes turned out okay, thus the four stars. read more

Slappy Cakes - Make your own pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

Went here for some late breakfast fare. Service was pretty good and the restaurant was definitely very clean. My main concerns arise from the food. The food here was just not very impressive to me. There wasn't a whole lot of variety on the menu and the food itself was nothing special. I didn't feel as though the quality was different from like a Dennys. I was very excited to try this place but ended up disappointed. read more

Slappy Cakes - Grand Slam with POG - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

This is a big yes for us every time we visit Maui (with and without our 8 yo!). There will inevitably be a wait but usually only about 10-20 minutes and worth it. It's pretty spacious inside and well set up to fit many and flow. We love making our own pancakes as it keeps everyone occupied (busy children, adults suffering from too many Mai tais consumed the night before...). We also ordered a side of bacon and the loco moco because we must! So good. We included sides of chocolate chips, strawberries and lemon curd and had fun being creative with shapes and toppings. We did a buttermilk batter and usually we do Taro too but it wasn't on the menu; they seem to have gone away from that in the last 7 years and towards a rotating flavored batter: it was apple pie-ish which sounded ok but not what we wanted. Coffee is meh (watery); but our server was fantastic and prompt! read more

Slappy Cakes - Shapes and sides: table set up - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

We saw Slappys on our way to the Food Truck Park and decided that we were going to stop in the next morning. When we arrived, the restaurant was pretty empty, so we were seated immediately. We looked at the menu, and my wife wanted to cook your own pancakes at your table. You order the type of pancake batter you like (buttermilk, chocolate, etc), and fixin's (chocolate chips, whipped cream, etc). The batter comes out in a squeeze bottle, and you cook your pancakes on a griddle built into your table. I tried one of the pancakes, and it was delicious. I, on the other hand, had the spinach and grilled onion scramble, and it was excellent. We advise you to arrive early, because by the time we were leaving, the place had filled up. read more

Slappy Cakes - Spinach, grilled onion and goat cheese Scramble - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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Fun, definitely fun and a must if you have kids. The kids loved it. Everything was super easy. Drinks were great!! The only thing was there were quite a few ants on the table. They said they were going to spray tomorrow. read more

This is a great place if you're into all things pancake as I am. I loved the chill vibe of this place - no rush, you're on Maui time now!! The best thing about Slappy Cakes is being able to score one of the tableside griddles to make your own (definitely recommend making a reservation or coming in early to do so!) There are lots of different breakfast options to choose from outside of pancakes (but you also can't go wrong with just pancakes!) Service was good and friendly- which is always a plus. I love how everyone friendly this place is, so there is definitely something for everyone here. There is parking available outside but also easy to get a rideshare to and from if you are staying at a nearby resort. read more

We have been coming to Maui for 2 decades and have never dined at this establishment. The restaurant had just recently opened after the Lahaina fire and to our surprise there was no wait to get a table. We had a great waiter and the ambiance was pretty chill. We ordered the free Gluten squeeze bottle due to a deal my wife had. We did have 3 breakfast sides and combined with our drinks it came to about 27 bucks total for our breakfast. Making pancakes on tables that act as hot griddles was the best part of this establishment. I don't know if we will ever return but the experience was memorable. Eat, Drink, and Be Merry, my Friends!!! read more

Slappy Cakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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Good was delicious with fast friendly service. It was great to have gluten free options as we had a couple folks in our group of six requiring it. No extra cost for gluten free a big plus! Casual family dining another plus with our toddler. read more

Slappy Cakes - Hawaiian pancake with coconut syrup on side - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

We love it here. Every time we go to Maui we make sure to have breakfast here at least once. It's so fun plus the foods good and the staff is friendly. read more

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The food was absolutely DELICIOUS! I made pancakes so good I honestly have no words to describe it- the service was simple yet good, and we weren't disturbed much! The ambience was really relaxed and lighthearted and i absolutely LOVED my time here read more

Slappy Cakes - I made myself buttermilk pancakes with banana, chocolate chips, whipped cream, and honey! It was AMAZING! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

This place is what all pancake lovers should want to visit! Friendly staff and great vibes! Food is absolutely delicious! But the Hawaiian pancakes are the ultimate attraction here! Oh and strong hot coffee. You can cook your own pancakes ... we opted out of this activity, but the people that went for it looked like they were having fun! Definitely stop by if you are a pancake lovers! read more

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Quick and nice service. Food just was fairly basic. Burrito didn't have much flavor, the "chips" for the chorizo plate were under everything so they were soggy. Would recommend those being served on the side. It reminded me a little of dennys but seemed like it was a fun place for the grilling your own pancakes. Casual ambiance read more

Excellent food Great service without dotting Chill vibe. Waiter answered a few questions about area travel and they turned out awesome. read more

What a cute experience for our family! Our kids (7 and 4) loved being able to make their own pancakes. I think our son preferred making them versus eating them, haha. We did a bottle of the buttermilk batter with whipped cream and chocolate chips for fixings. The fixings were $3 each and were large sizes - it didn't even look like we used them at all. We also had an order of the cinnamon roll pancakes. Those were really great! Overall, we loved the experience for our kids. If we came back without kids, we would have probably sat at a regular table versus a griddle table. The service was okay - they were busy but we didn't need anything once our food was delivered. They have shorter hours (7am-12pm). We got there around 9:30am and the wait was 30-35 minutes. We waited around 25, but there's a lot of seating outside to wait. They have a cute little merchandise section if you wanted to buy shirts, cups, etc. read more

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The breakfast options in Ka'anapali are somewhat limited but we try to hit Slappy Cakes at least once each time we're in Maui. We were seated immediately upon arrival which was a pleasant surprise. We ordered the Carnitas Benedict and it was really good. Plenty of meat and the eggs were perfectly poached. But the best part of the meal was the Banana Bread French Toast. It is absolutely delicious. Highly recommend! read more

Slappy Cakes - Carnitas Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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This place is so overhyped and full of lazy workers. They charged $28 for a dish with overcooked eggs. We asked them politely for them to remake it and they just brought out the same nasty dry eggs. They will pre charge a 20% tip and give you attitude because the tip is charged anyways. DONT GO HERE IT SUCKS! Can't even make a simple scrambled egg right. Honestly was the worst breakfast I've had in a long time. read more

Great local breakfast spot! We lived the idea of being able to to make our own pancakes; we had fun! Service was great and quick. There is a lot of seating but we came on a day that wasn't busy, so it was great we were seated right away. We ordered two bottles of the pancake batter between two people and realized one would have been plenty! Especially since e ordered other breakfast sides. read more

Slappy Cakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

We came here because jt had good reviews. When we walked in it was lonely. The place was a bit dirty. The People there are friendly. The coffee was watered down. There wasn't anything too special about the food. Definitely needs more seasoning. The potatoes were hard. The bacon still had parchment paper on it. The breads were not even toasted and the jelly was watered down. I would've had a better experience. At a Denny's. read more

Slappy Cakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

Horrible experience. Waited 15 minutes at the table to just get water. Others seated after us we served way before us and we were only a party of two. Food not hot. Mediocre. I love this place usually but horrible experience today! The bus girl clearing table left a huge cart of dirty dishes inches from my body and dropping g food and water on me. Disgusting. read more

Slappy Cakes - Dirty bussing table left for five minutes inches from our table. Dirty dishes and rags. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

I can't recommend Slappy Cakes unless you like the novelty of cooking your own pancakes at the table. Food review:: Banana bread French toast- two slabs of super sweet banana bread. Not much French toast about it. Grand Slap- scrambled eggs were overcooked (brown), bacon was decent. No butter put on the toast or the pancakes. Had to ask and they brought cold butter slabs in the foil wrapping. Also no jelly. They brought a small ramekin of soupy jelly. Meh. Potatoes were dry and pancakes are definitely below iHop in taste. Cinnamon roll cakes- nothing more than some cinnamon in the pancake batter and a dollop of super sweet cream cheese frosting on top. Drinks- Orange juice and apple juice (okay from a carton) and coffee which was not as good as the coffee made in my condo. Service- pretty good but had to ask for things that should have come with the meal (butter, jelly, ketchup) and water was never refilled. All in all I would not return and cannot recommend as a good breakfast place in Maui.. read more

Love this place! Hidden gem!! 3rd day in a row here. Pancakes are amazing! Blueberry tart #1 Staff super friendly! read more

Breakfast was delicious and the atmosphere was awesome! Service was fast and efficient!

How fun! Never been to a place where you can make your pancake DIY. It was fun experience and loved the slappy moco. Service was awesome read more

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Hawaiian pancakes are absolutely amazing! Loaded potatoes are so good! I love this idea of griddle at the table! Service was great! Highly recommend! read more

It was good! Fun option to cook your own cakes, but we didn't this time! We all enjoyed our breakfast and bloody Mary's.