"Renowned for poi-glazed malassadas that reveal a rich purple hue when torn open, this bakery uses a sturdier dough and does not fry to order, resulting in a reliably substantial pastry. Daily malassada specials come in bright, photogenic colors—ideal for Instagram—even if some fruit-flavored varieties can taste slightly artificial; if you’re touring the area, consider pairing a malassada with a green avocado smoothie from the café across the lot to balance the richness." - Hillary Dixler Canavan