Love the chichi dango…read more The last few times the flavored mochi was lumpy and the flavor tasted artificial. Still highly recommend their chichi dango which has not changed. We grab lbs to bring home and they keep well.

Every time I'm here I make sure to hit this place…read moreChichidango was so soft almost melts Also tried the peanut butter mochi The people are always polite and helpful Love the old school feel no need to be a Fancy the product does all the work for them

6/15/2025 Gifted a…read morebag of cookies from my oldest- Son picked them up in San Mateo- Anything made in Hawaii I'll try!

I came here to grab some snacks to take back home to California. It definitely wasn't the cheapest…read morebut I liked that they had penty of li hing candies and snacks to purchase. Their candies also seem to be pretty fresh. I probably spent over $50 in snacks to bring back and there hasn't been one that I didn't like yet. But they range from about $7-$9 a bag. It's good checking out if you are looking for snacks and want to gift anything. The people working there were nice and parking was easy since they have their own lot.

The old Crack Seed store in Kaimukii is a favorite of many locals. They still sell preserved fruits…read morefrom jars, the way it was sold when I was a Keiki (child). When I land on the island, this is one of the first places I regularly visit to pick up crack seed. Crack Seeds are snacks found in Hawaii. It originated in China. It is preserved and dried fruits that are flavored with salt, sugar and licorice. It's a mouthwatering island favorite. The store is very small, so I recommend checking the list of offerings outside of the store. A list with photos are on the window in front of the store. Write the name and number of the item and when you go into the store it will help speed your purchase.The store can get quite crowded when people are unsure of what they want, so knowing in advance helps the flow of customers. My favorites are Spicy Mangos and Li Hing Cherries.

Crack Seed Store is a nostalgic treasure trove in Honolulu, offering a delightful mix of old-school…read moreHawaiian snacks, friendly service, and a trip down memory lane. If you love li hing mui, preserved fruits, or just want to experience a slice of local culture, this is the place to go!!!! Don't leave without trying the slushy--it's a game-changer!

STILL MY FAVORITE LOCAL-STYLE DIM SUM (MANAPUA) PLACE !!!…read more I don't think you'll go wrong ordering anything here. Try their Mai Tai Siu and Char Siu Siu. Did a DoorDash order and everything went smoothly.

On a Saturday morning took a drive out to China town from Ewa Beach for sum Dim Sum…read more My sister wanted to checkout another Dim Sum place, I had suggested this place instead. I remembered once a friend had gotten me some manapua and pork hash from here. Sing Cheong Yuan Bakery a store front for order and go. No indoor or outdoor seating. We arrived at about 8 am, there were a few people in line, it went quickly. The lady who helped me repeated my orders and got my orders correct. Very well organized and efficient service! My order box #1 2 steamed manapuas 2 baked manapuas 8 Pork hash 1 Rice cake Box #2 1 steamed Manapua 12 Pork hash 6 Half moon 2 Rice cakes 2 Red bean Mochi Let me say all of it was yummy! and if you like fresh & authentic tasting Dim Sum. I highly recommend this place. It was definitely worth the drive! Don't forget if you like the mustard dipping sauce you'll have to ask. Cost is .25 or .50 cents. I'm not sure exactly how this dipping sauce is made but it was a perfect mixture.

I love Carousel Candyland's hurricane popcorn. I always order it with extra butter and extra…read morefurikake. Today was definitely not extra. Ordered the same thing last week and there was a difference. Was still ono, but I was disappointed.

This spot makes the best fresh hurricane popcorn! They also have a wide selection of candies, many…read morecrack seed flavors, sushi shaped gummies, freeze dried ice cream bars and li hing peach rings. Service is usually pretty friendly but please be patient! There is a short wait as they prepare the fresh popcorn. The set up is such a cozy throwback to candy stores in the 80's and 90's, which make everything really accessible and easy to see without being overwhelmed. It's a cute store to stop by if you're ever at Kahala Mall.

Cue the music:…read more "Heaven, I'm in heaven And my heart beats so that I can hardly speak And I seem to find the happiness I seek When we're out together dancing, cheek to cheek." Fred Astaire - Cheek to Cheek Lyrics Music started to play in my mind as I entered this store. I wanted to dance the aisle and sing the song out loud as I explored the 18,000-square-foot store. It's a sweet tooth lover like me.....Heaven. This place is humungous. You will find something to please everyone's sweet tooth, from gummies, hard candy, chocolate, Pez, Pop Rocks, candy novelties, and more. I wish they had a Hawaii section where you can create your own mix of wet Li Hung Mui, lemon peel, Li Hung powder... and mix it with whatever candy you want. Having a section for local candy suppliers to shine or possibly pop-ups would be amazing. Discount: 10% off for military Location: Located on the fourth floor of Ala Moana. Photos: So many cute Hawaii-themed photo ops displays for your social media. Parking: Park by Target in the Mauka Wing and walk through. Service: Staff was positioned throughout the store. Everyone was nice. The cashier helping me was extra nice. He persuaded me to sign up for a free membership. Overall, a great place to please your sweet tooth.

IT'SUGAR is a leading specialty candy retailer founded in 2006 by Jeff Rubin, known for "sugar…read moreinnovations," lighthearted rebellion, and massive, themed candy selections. Operating over 100 locations, it offers an immersive "retailtainment" experience featuring pop-culture merchandise, giant candy items, and, notably, the world's first 3-story candy department store at American Dream in New Jersey. Yaaaas, we love us an IT'SUGAR! I've been to the one in Las Vegas and in Glendale (Arizona) and now I can add Honolulu to the list. I'll be honest and say I had no interest coming in at first but I saw they had a Sour Patch Kid sign outside and I walked in under the pretense that they were having a themed section for one of my favorite candies. They did not. Womp womp. Nonetheless, it was fun looking at all their fun offerings.

Shopping in Kaimuki, Honolulu, Hawaii…read more.. I was actually looking for the Aloha Trinket Box on Waialae Avenue when I saw this store, right there! Keep It Simple Honolulu Zero Waste is a trendy store with cool merchandise. You can find Aloha Collection items without standing in line at their stores when the new prints drop! They carried the new Moana print and both the pink and the green Hello Kitty prints! Yay! They also had jewelry, clothing, and empty containers for filling. Save the environment and reuse bottles and plastics! Select your favorite detergents, lotions, and hand soaps here! Staff were very welcoming, friendly, and helpful! Check them out and support local!

Located in Kaimuki on the Mauka side of Waialae Ave. Didn't see a dedicated parking lot but there…read moreis free street parking available all around. After parking you'll walk to Waialae Ave to enter their front door. The store is very cute, with a mish mash of items like jewelry, aromatherapy, clothing, ecologically friendly cloths, even a candy area. Welcomed by Brandy, she made sure we knew about the deals and how it worked, answered all our questions and was very sweet and personable. We were there on a Saturday so the place was somewhat busy but the line at cashier moved quickly. We make it a point to purchase at least one item from these small local boutiques so we bought the car aroma bottles which were on sale and only $5 when we bring back to fill up. Brandy showed us how to uncap, turn upside down then cap again, comes with a cute tie to hang in your car. Lots of fragrances to sample!

These 2 beauties are besties for sure they are really funny too Crack Seed Popcorn call to order…read moreand many other gifts toys and definitely Joys Thank you for making me laugh Marie

The place is filled with nic tacs, a little of this & a little of that then throw some crack seeds…read morein there! Wish it was more organized but it's not! It kinda reminds me of the old Cornets. Everything crammed into a small spot! Lady was just sitting there waiting for someone to ask for help or crack seeds.....lol! I won't be coming back I felt cluttered & tight but some people liked it I guess! I was hoping to find some popcorn but alas I didn't see any or maybe there was but I couldn't find it!