Mangiamo Gelato in the new food court has some of the best gelato we've had! Every flavor we tried…read morewas rich, creamy, and incredibly smooth - it truly melts in your mouth. Our entire family loved it, and we'll definitely be back. My personal favorites were the coffee and pistachio flavors, which were both absolutely delicious. The only minor downside was during the sampling process. I asked to try two different flavors, but both were placed on the same tasting spoon, making it difficult to taste each flavor individually. It would have been nice to sample them separately before deciding. Overall, that was a very small issue compared to how amazing the gelato was. If you're looking for a delicious dessert, I highly recommend stopping by Mangiamo Gelato!

I've passed this place on my way to the bathroom on previous visits so it was finally time to stop…read moreand eat gelato! Since I'm lactose intolerant I was happy to see sorbetto. I got a double scoop of the guava and lilikoi sorbetto. The lilikoi was good though could have a little more flavor. This would be a good choice if you don't care for really tart lilikoi. The guava was perfect to me, nice and refreshing on this hot day with a good amount of natural guava flavor. The single scoop is $6.80 while the double scoop is $1 more so that is a better deal or if you're with someone, just split a double scoop to make it more affordable than two single scoops. There was a good amount of choices in flavors, around 20+. Next time I'll have to take a Lactaid pill and try the dairy flavors!

On the hunt for a sugar-free cake for our toddler's birthday in a couple of months, I stopped in to…read moregive Pu'uwai a try. They're located in the old Blondie's spot. Plenty of parking on the street, municipal lots, or the paid lot nearby. Space is cute. Nice seating inside and out. I got a scone, cinnamon roll, and cookie. Also wanted a brownie, but they sold out when I got to the counter. Might try the preorder system next time, as they sell out of items pretty fast. In terms of flavor, good all around. Cookie was my least favorite, as I don't like a soft cookie. Scone was super moist. I got the scone for my wife, but I was surprised how good it was. Cinnamon roll was also tasty, especially the sauce and topping. The texture of the roll itself was on the firmer side but still good. I don't have any dietary restrictions beyond being an octo-ovo veggie, so this is coming from someone who eats dairy. Prices are on the higher side, but I think that's kind of expected because of the quality. Service was good. Rating? Probably a strong 4, but I'm rounding up because places like this are rare.

What a lovely little bakery located across the street from Aloha Tower marketplace, on the corner,…read moreserving gluten-free and dairy free baked items. You would never guess that they are gluten-free and vegan. It's cute you walk in there are pictures and quotes and post-its from all over the place from people who have visited. There are a few tables and chairs outside and inside and the bakery is air-conditioned. When you walk in to the left is their display case which mainly has cookies donuts muffins bread. Then you have the ordering window, which has some of the hot items like the pizza roll. Everything that I've had has been 10 out of 10 as far as gluten-free baked items go it is great texture. Good quality made fresh. I noticed that the cookies are crunchy on the outside. Chewy on the inside, the muffins are delightful, sweet and light. The bread is quite heavy in terms of weight but as you eat it, it taste light so it is very nice and filling and has a subtle mochi or tapioca starch texture, which I love, especially if you're going to toast The bagel or the bread. This is an absolute jam when it comes to accommodating those with dietary restrictions, but even if you are not eating a restrictive diet, the baked items are really delicious too. You can order a gluten-free cake as well. Given at least five days notice ordering ahead. They don't have a designated convenient, free parking stall, but there is a paid parking open air lot across the street and also a covered underground parking structure right next-door and there's ample Street parking nearby .

The almond cookie ice cream is to die for. We met the owner and she told us the cookies are made in…read morehouse. We stopped for almond cookie gelato three out of the seven days on a vacation. Feel free to taste all of the flavors, but you'll end up ordering the almond cookie. Make it a double scoop with the waffle cone.... If I'm wrong, please report me

Came in early afternoon on a Monday with no line or crowd except for 1 person studying…read more I was bummed to hear they had no ice cream cakes available. The flavors offered were great. Some classics and other local flavors. I got the Mango Sticky Rice and Lilikoi. Next time I'd try their guava and black sesame, and Halo Halo. Prices were ok but dang "shrink-flation" really sucks in regards to serving sizes. I like the ample seating and benches outside. Would I come back again? I would and probably come back to study if I'm wanting splurge. But if I'm in the area and wanna save money... I'll just go to the library.

The cakes here are light and fluffy We always get our…read morebirthday cakes from here! They have great small single serving sizes as well for a nice dessert And I love their coffee jelly / plantation tea jelly drinks Service is usually great just one time they forgot to write happy birthday and wrapped the cake so quick.. Ambiance is nice clean and tidy

La Palme D'Or patisserie is located on the Macys end of Ala Moana mall next to a barbershop. The…read morestore is quite small and got packed with people as we were in there. They have beautiful displays of fancy desserts and on shelves cookies and Madeleines. I picked a few fruity desserts to try macarons, lemon tart, mango pudding, tropical fromage. I wanted to get their fruit tart but the fruit on top looked dry and not as pretty and glossy. My favorite was the tropical fromage which was light and airy with a really nice fruit flavor. The mango panna cotta was my second favorite which included the mango bits on top - a nice touch - and the cream nice and rich. Lemon tart had an odd taste to it. Should have went with the mush peach tart that didn't look as appetizing but probably better. The macarons were my least favorite especially the yuzu and passion fruit flavors that didn't taste anything like those fruits. For $2.50 I wish they were better and not as dry. I am glad I tried them but the prices were a bit much for me.

Got their mystery Midwestern flavor: Blue Moon. Milwaukee, WI is credited with originating the…read moreflavor in the 1950's. It is available for a limited time. Employee said the ingredients are a bit of a mystery - too bad the owners weren't there...it's patented by Weber Foods. I taste almond extract...other than that...it is sweet. It is a fun color and a nice flavor. Also, had an Ube and French Vanilla Custard Milkshake...'cause it is sweltering in the June afternoon and I luv ice cream.

We came here to eat dessert after dinner. The place is really nice and bright…read more The person behind the counter was super friendly with a great personality. First he asked if we have been here before and I said no it's my first time. He said to try any ice cream flavor we want. The next thing he said was kinda surprising. Try all the flavors if you want. Wow!!! No, I didn't try them all. I tried everyone but one cause it was sold out. LOL Nah, just joking. I got the Ube and salted caramel while my wife got green tea and coffee. Another plus is that you can have 2 choices no matter what size cup you purchase. They charge you buy the size not the scoop. I got the regular and it's more than just two scoops of ice cream. This place has the younger vibes just like Mosa. There are a few tables here. There was a group playing Magic. Another foursome playing cards. Good place to chill and hang out.

I finally ate here after seeing it a bunch of times at the farmers market in Kailua. I tried the…read moreblueberry scones which was light, flavorful and delicate. I also tried the peanut butter and chocolate brownies which was the BOMB! They were chewy and moist. The best I have ever tried. I'll have to go again (dislike the parking situation), and try the other products. But, definitely 5 stars for price and flavor.

Met Tiare way back about 4 or so years ago... and ever since I saw her individual sized mochi cakes…read moreand took my 1st bite... Mmmmmmm.... if I'm free I make an attempt to get her Coconut Butter Mochi... that's a nice size perfect for one person... it's not too much to eat a whole pan and not too small to eat just a piece... da buggah is jus rite! Another fav of mines that she does well in is these ice cream sandwiches that are a ice cream and cookie junkies dream! Especially Da Grasshopper! I'm a total geek for Mint Chocolate Chip and put her well baked cookies on either side of that and viola Da Grasshopper! She usually makes these for the Eat the Street events or others but not at the Farmer's Markets, but if you see her sign for the Da Grasshopper you bettah hop on dat! You can find No Ka Oi Cookie Company at the Ward Farmer's Market on Wed, the Sat KCC Farmer's Market, the Eat the Street events and sometimes at the Night Market events! I do believe she's also on the Windward side but I've never been to any out there but if you have not tried any of Tiare's baked goods... GOOD, More for meh! Kidding, you just missing out so catch Tiare and her delicious, tasty, ono baked goods to Grind On! Pau!

Strawberry Cream Cheese Square…read more.. Since bringing one home to mom she now wants to find one for her friends when they gather and she ventures out to only forget to check lol!!! That's gonna be me just about now :/ Well feeling defeated I felt bad and started on some of my errands and went to go find her some and with my luck they a whole tray of them here at the Makiki location which was nice and mellow this time of the afternoon and bought out half of them :) Ikaika is a delight giving such warm service and I know she's gonna be excited and hope that this will make their gathering festive, merry and yummy! Thank you!!

My dad is a regular on Saturday mornings for donut holes for Makiki's Prison Ministry (where they…read morehost video conferences for families with loved ones incarcerated on the mainland). We love this bakery. They're always so nice and friendly.

Donut be jelly as it's National Donut Day!!…read more There's a hole respect for this specially rounded food group as it's been revamped and evolved in many shapes and flavors around the globe! Though on this day I felt the need to visit my childhood place I enjoyed with Dad at this Napoleon's Bakery in Kapahulu which does have a special place in my heart. Never to disappoint the display is just slightly bare showing it had a fabulous day BUT it still had the necessities Donuts and several more highlighting the FALLbulous items I was excited to see. Grabbed four items the classic glazed donut, Pumpkin Coffee Cake, Pumpkin Bread Pudding and Cornbread...yeah! The staff there is incredible just a slight stare at the items I was instantly greeted and told of the items freshness and described in details, prices are reasonable all packed and boxed which no many places do these days I just truly appreciate the old school ways they still service us as it's the small things that do make it extra special! Thank you!

Heavenly puffs of fried sweetness. So delicious, light,…read moreairy, all the good adjectives for deliciousness you can think of.