Leonard's Bakery

Forget donuts, when you’re in Hawaii there’s a far tastier delight awaiting your tastebuds in Kapahulu, Malasadas! While they have many options with fillings and the like, I go with the original for old times sake. They care a totally different experience when freshly hot versus sitting around under a heat lamp, so there’s some luck involved with the timing. I arrived 10 minutes before closing, so I wasn’t expecting the best, but to my surprise, they were still handing out fresh ones! Jackpot! Ordered my original and waited outside. A bunch of other customers were there polishing off their purchases. Don’t waste time talking them home, eat them right away for best taste! Mine arrived, piping hot fresh, and hard to hold still for a photo. Taste was crispy outside, soft and hot inside, and delicious. You won’t regret coming here! Highly recommend for your Hawaiian memories, and will be back for sure.

Love this place so much on our vacation in Oahu, we had to come back another time before we left. This place was recommended by our tour guide and boy did it not disappoint. Hot and fresh donuts!! Crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside. Consistent product both times we went. Tried both the original and cinnamon malasadas but I will say I preferred the original. I also got an iced coffee there which was enjoyable as well. This is a must try spot if you go to Oahu/honolulu. Price is reasonable.

We had to visit the legendary bakery while we were here in Hawaii. We all really liked the pastries that we bought. The prices were not too high. The service was good. The prep time was very quick. We were so glad that we stopped by to check this iconic spot out.

Classic spot to hit up for malasadas. Enjoyed the regular and flavour stuffed options (best eaten while hot and fresh!). Luckily, there wasn’t much of a line when we went on a Tuesday mid-morning.

I got the chocolate, custard, coconut and guava. I'd say the chocolate is probably the best one out of all of those. The plain one without filling is also one to not sleep on either. The biggest tip is to eat this fresh. I feel like this diminishes in taste very quickly if you wait for more than an hour.

Leonard's bakery in Honolulu is a must stop when you're on the island. Their malasadas are huge and delicious. Plenty of flavors to choose from. And the best thing is they come fresh cooked all the time. Don't be worried if you see a long line out in front of Leonard's bakery. The line moves fast and the people at the counter and in the kitchen get the malasadas out quickly.

The best pastry dessert I ever had. Nothing beats Leonard’s. It is always super fresh, soft but slightly crispy on the outside, and the custard is super light-flavorful-fresh!!!

The best malasadas on the island are from here imo. Cooked to order - all are great. But the originals are the best. Feeling adventurous - try the sweet and sour sugar. Tired of delicious fried dough and sugar - get a sausage wrapped in sweet bread. Lines can form but they move quick

Hit up Leonard's Bakery for fresh, made to order malasadas. Busy on a weekday, wait was 10 minutes. Prices are $1.85 USD to $2.25 USD with 9 flavours. Ordered 30 donuts (6 cinnamon, 6 ling hi, 6 haupia, 6 macadamia, 3 guava and 3 blueberry). All were great but the guava and blueberry were the favourites. Delicious filling; get the puffs.

Warm, delicious and sweeeet! We love the Macadamia nut filled Malasadas. They have have many flavor options like Li-hing, Cinnamon and regular + fillings. Parking is very minimal and it does get busy but honestly, 6 pieces and waiting is worth it. If you are visiting Hawaii for the first time I would definitely recommend trying this place at least once. We will definitely be back! Such a great dessert to bring back to the hotel.

Was super excited to try malasadas here but was quite disappointed with some of their options. We decided to try 2 filled malasadas (custard and guava), a regular malasada, and a ling hui coated malasada. The only one I liked was the regular malasada. The filled ones were too sugary and tasted a bit artificial. The ling hui coated one just... did not taste like the ling hui sugar coating belonged on there. If you are looking to try malasadas, I would still recommend coming but only to get the regular ones. They do have some cute merch though - picked up a nice black t-shirt with the malasada box on it. Would make some good souvenirs or gifts for people.

Heard that this was the place to get Malissa's (Portuguese fried dough). We got a box of 6 filled ones of different flavors. Was delicious when warm/hot, but the fillings all sought of tasted the same. The following day was not so great.

Review disclaimer: I am not a fan of pastries/donuts etc. My friends and I came here for dessert after lunch and got one of each malasada. The only one I liked was the custard. Everything else (especially guava) tasted artificial to me. Just doesn't hit the spot for me but if I were to come again, I'd probably get the plain one or the custard. My bf got the coffee here too $3.75? I think and it was just plain off the pot diner coffee. Nothing special/not that great. I do not recommend the coffee. Parking lot is pretty tight so you better be a good driver! Lines move fast, you order inside and pick up outside/eat outside. There is no dining area.

Their reputation precedes them and they lived up to the ratings. They were still pumping out hot fresh malasadas even up to closing time with a steady stream of customers. Filled versions have a good balance of filling amount and didn't ooze out causing a mess. The cinnamon coated was a popular favorite.

Food: I'm not sure if it's a sin to say this, but if you love donuts, you have to try malasadas. You'll fall in love. They're a must if you're in the Waikiki area. They come out piping hot and fresh--make sure you eat them within the first few minutes for the best experience. Service: I've seen the line stretch out the door many times, so I made it a point to go at the crack of dawn. Smart move--the line was short, and the wait was only about 10 minutes. Ambiance: Retro-style bakery vibes, served up by Hawaii's finest aunties. It doesn't get more classic island charm than that

Worth the wait. I learned about this gem on my many trips to Hawaii and it was reinforced by the travel channel. The malasadas were hot and tasty. We opted for the cinnamon, guava and macadamia. We were sad to miss the seasonal mango flavor. Nonetheless, the line moves quickly. Check it out if you're looking for a snack or a great way to start your day! Side note: if eating at the location look out for the birds. They may be tiny but will snatch up your malasadas straight from your hand.

The best pastry dessert I ever had. Nothing beats Leonard's. It is always super fresh, soft but slightly crispy on the outside, and the custard is super light-flavorful-fresh!!!

Leonard's Bakery has been serving up their iconic Portuguese malasadas since 1953. No trip to Oahu would be complete without stopping by. A malasada is a sweetened yeast dough, deep fried and then coated in sugar. They also offer malasadas with a filling. There is usually a line to get into their store, and after placing one's order there is a short wait outside where they call your number when it's ready. All orders are freshly prepared when you order and should be eaten immediately to fully appreciate how good they are Malasada ($1.85) - Soft and fluffy on the inside these warm malasadas tasted incredible and were melting in my mouth. I tried their original which had a sugar coating and the perfect amount of sweetness. Malasada Puffs Fillings ($2.25) - Filling options included custard, dobash (chocolate), haupia (coconut), macadamia nut, guava, and their featured flavor when I visited was ube. All of the fillings were good, although I felt the custard, haupia, and macadamia nut were so close in terms of taste and probably my favorites. The guava was unique with it's slightly tangy and fruity flavor. I appreciated that the filling had a thicker custard consistency and not a liquid one like one of the competitor shops. Overall I can see why Leonard's Bakery is such a popular spot to satisfy one's sweet tooth. Pricing is reasonable. There's only about 10 spots in their parking lot, or you could try to search for street parking in the immediate vicinity.

Leonard's Bakery is what happens when sugar, aloha spirit, and pure joy collide in a cloud of deliciousness. The moment you step within a hundred feet of this Honolulu icon, the sweet scent of fried magic punches you in the nose--in the *best* possible way. It's like your childhood dreams were baked into the air. Yes, there's a line. Is it long? Absolutely. Is it worth it? Like winning the dessert lottery. I went for the half dozen malasadas, each one a warm, pillowy bite of heaven. The creamy fillings were next-level, but my top three MVPs were guava (tropical glory), macadamia (nutty perfection), and haupia (coconut-flavored happiness wrapped in sugar). Customer service was great--friendly, fast, and full of aloha--and their merch game is surprisingly strong. I didn't know I needed a malasada T-shirt until I saw it... now it's part of my wardrobe. Leonard's isn't just a bakery--it's a sugary rite of passage. 12/10 would stand in line again.

Nothing beats a fresh malassada! Yummy and warm. The line wasn't long to order, on a saturday AM. But had to wait to pick them up at the window outside, as they do make them fresh. There's so much joy when you walk away with the warm, pink box from Leonard's.

In our multiple visits to the island each time, everyone talks about these malasadas. We decided to get a dozen of the cinnamon sugar and sugar. I'm not big on the filling, but I'm sure those who enjoy it would love it. The line was very short on the inside and then you took your ticket and waited by the car window. Within 5 to 7 minutes, I had a steaming hot box full of delicious pastries. If you are in the area traveling or local, you definitely need to try this. These are so good.

Let me start off by saying it's worth the hype! We walked here from our hotel and it's low key a push because it's so hot lol but when we got there fortunately there was no line and we walked right in! When you walk in there is this whiff of deliciousness like the smell of sugar and yummy baked bread! Which obviously that's what you're getting. We got 2 each! A sugar one with no filling, papaya filled and the sweet and spicy which was my favorite! We decided to eat them right away at the park across the street while they were still warm! Honestly they are so much bigger in person so bring your appetite if you want to eat two!

I heard that Leonard's was a must try when visiting Oahu and after trying it myself, I 10000000% agree. Leonard's is a bakery that is well known for their malasadas, which is a Portuguese donut. I've tried several flavors from their menu and all of them were absolutely amazing. They make your donuts to order so they're hot and fresh when you get them. I loved the contrast between the warm and fluffy dough and the cool fillings. All the fillings I tried were really good and I feel like you can't go wrong with anything. I've made a few trips here and I'd say the crowds can be a hit or miss, but you should be ready to wait because there's a good chance of that. Service here is friendly and the store itself is cute and pink themed! This is more of a to-go spot though as there is no place to sit and eat, but a lot of people were enjoying their food standing in the parking lot.

A must try if you are visiting Oahu! The pastries were still warm and delicious! Our favorite flavors were the guava and coconut. Least favorite flavors were the macadamia and blueberry.

I've heard about Leonard's on my hawaii trips, but have not stopped until this impromptu visit last night. There was always a full parking lot and long line that deterred me. Also, if you've read my other reviews, you may know I am not a donut person. Leonard's is different! One, these are made fresh every order and served hot. Two, malasadas are even better than American donuts, especially with the surplus of filling. We came in 15 minutes before closing and waited less than 5 minutes to order. We ordered a half dozen with one of each flavor that included the flavor of the month, blueberry. Server Christine S. recommended the ube mochi when I asked what it was and I've never had anything like it! The crumble on top truly made the dessert and I enjoyed the ube mochi more than the butter mochi. For the malasadas, I think my favorites would be 1. Custard 2. Guava 3. Coconut or macadamia tied 5. Blueberry 6. Chocolate. Leonard's was such a fun surprise to end the day and truly an amazing treat. My favorite dessert I've had on the island. I highly recommend ordering one of each flavor to decide on your favorites and share with whoever you're with. Beware that they do get messy since they truly fill them, but absolutely worth it. I am still impressed that they were making fresh batches of everything even 10 and 5 minutes before closing. They care about their products and will serve you to the last minute. Great customer service and attention to their quality products. Thank you Leonard's for a wonderful experience!

A favorite of tourists and locals alike. The malasadas and fresh, crisp but soft. The cream fillings are a bit lacking in flavor however and might be better as just the plain with no filling. The ordering process is quick. Yo enter the queue, place your order and step outside to await your number being called for window pickup. Parking is tough with people coming through every few minutes to try and nab a spot. I saw someone mention using the Safeway parking lot across the street instead so maybe could try there instead and save the hassle of trying to maneuver your way into Leonard's lot.

This was a delight to try! Hot and fresh warm donuts dipped in sugar....what's not to love? We lucked out and there was not much of a line on a Wednesday afternoon. You go in to order and then there is a to go window. We didn't wait long at all. They have other goodies for sale too. Unfortunately my expectations were very high for the filled Malasadas but the fillings were gross. They tasted watered down somehow and just ruined the experience. Luckily we got one plain cinnamon sugar donut and that was "chefs kiss". I wish I got more plain ones. Literally not one filling was liked by anyone in the family. We tried chocolate, guava, custard, macadamia and coconut.

It is warm and fulfilling, and I had coconut flavor. It is really difficult to find parking and long line, but it is worthy and the service is quick. Ambience: 5/10, can use some upgrade Food: 10/10 Price: 8/10 Service: 9/10

Truly iconic and so delicious. I don't care what anyone says. Line can get long but there system makes it efficient. Order inside and they announce your number at the outside window so stay close and listen! The parking lot is small and crowded so keep that in mind. I ordered 1 of every flavor. The flavor of the month (March) was blueberry so I was excited to try that one. My favorite flavors were haupia, macademia nut, and blueberry! They were so fresh and hot we ate 2 in the car right away!

Must be eaten fresh and hot. After the pastries have cooled down, it loses its crunch and softness. Be prepared for line-up. This is a very popular place! The parking lot is often very crowded!

A malasada is a fried pastry, slightly crispier and chewier than a donut and without a hole. Portuguese immigrants brought malasadas to HI at the turn of the 20th century. There is a Portuguese bakery in HNL that is known for its malasadas, Leonard's Bakery. Arsenio and Amelia DeRego arrived in HI in 1882 to work in the sugar cane fields. Their son and wife, Margaret and Frank Rego Sr., opened Leonard's Bakery in 1932. The bakery was passed on to their son, Leonard Rego Sr. in 1952, with his mother encouraging him to sell malasadas, which started this iconic dessert to be placed on the map. Leonard Rego passed the business to his son and current owner, Leonard Rego, Jr. His son, Leonard III, helps out in the bakery and hopes to extend the family name to the bakery one day. Notice how the name "Leonard" is used repeatedly in the family? Leonard is Frank Rego's middle name, which he also named his son at birth, Leonard, who named his son Leonard. Hence, it was easy to name the bakery, "Leonard's Bakery." Note that the proper spelling of malasadas should have two s' in the middle, which should be "malassada." However, when the bakery first opened, it was misspelled intentionally with only one "s" and never corrected. In addition to selling its iconic malasadas, they also sold pao doce (sweet bread), decorated cakes, danishes, rolls, pies, and the whole gamut of pastries. Who remembers selling Leonard Bakery's fundraiser tickets for their school club? Or tv personality Lucky Luck doing their commercials? But with the passing years, its focus has changed, with fundraisers and baked pastries taking second importance to the more prominent malasadas. Leonard's still offers limited pastries that include: apple/blueberry squares, pinwheels, danishes, cupcakes, etc. There are also souvenir merchandise: caps, lanyards, tote bags, clothing, stickers, luggage tags, plushies, mugs, etc. With the popularity of malasadas, Leonard's expanded to a 2nd location (franchised) in Yokohama Japan in 2008 and eventually introducing food trucks called "malasadamobiles" in the 1980's to cover the entire island of Oahu: Koko Marina or HI Kai, Waikele, Pearlridge, and Kaneohe. While it's less congested at a malasamobile, some say you get the same malasadas here as in the bakery, but I prefer those in the bakery that are made in larger batches (just a personal preference). The malasada are fried until golden brown, with the inside fluffy and light, and the outside a little crunchy and chewy; it's doused with lots of granulated white sugar. It comes in various flavors: original; covered with cinnamon sugar, or li hing powder); filled with custard, dobash (chocolate), haupia (coconut), macadamia nut, guava or pineapple. They're best eaten warm, and I personally like the simpler original flavor, as it was what I had grown up with. Located in the residential area of Kapahulu lined with restaurants and businesses visited by both locals and visitors, Leonard's Bakery is a Honolulu landmark with its flashing neon sign at curbside. Whenever I have a craving, we would drive by Leonard's Bakery. It can be crowded with tourists waiting for their orders and the parking lot congested with drivers waiting for spaces to open. I would happily wait until the next time we're in the area to see if it's less congested. Customers are in a single line that goes through the store, where you put in your orders. You pay the cashier and is given a receipt with a number on it, as you are told to wait outside until your number is called. Within minutes, you'll hear a batch of numbers called via microphone. There's a very efficient system, as the malasadas are made in batches and in the orders that they were submitted. Note that to get their signature pink box with the Leonard's name in blue, you'll need to order a minimum of 6 malasaladas; otherwise, they would be put in in pink plastic bag. Staff is friendly, patient, and welcoming your order. They are efficient, ensuring that you're not holding up the line. Hence, while the line seems long, it moves quickly. And don't forget to request the 10% kamaaina discount on Mondays only, which staff will happily oblige. Hours are daily 5:30a to 7p, where many tourists congregate for an early breakfast before their around-the-island tour. We're grateful that Leonard Rego Jr. honored his heritage by taking over the bakery in 1952 to what it is now today. We look forward to his son extending this legacy to future years. And we'll enjoy these delicious malasadas whenever we can! Support local!

Very yummy malasadas! We tried the original, guava and mango malasadas. My personal favorite is the guava, but they were all delicious. Very thick soft bread with sweet fillings, great flavor. Line can get a little long but honestly not bad. The staff works quick, so quick we forgot to order a coffee :( I wish we could've tried that, maybe next time! They also have merch available such as stickers etc. (Parking lot is small and tight) just wish they had a little bit of seating to enjoy your treats, but otherwise this is a tasty bakery that knows what they're doing!

Leonardo's Bakery is a must go!!! Malasadas from Leonard's Bakery in Oahu are a must-try, and their popularity is reflected in the long lines outside the bakery. Although the wait can sometimes be long, the service is quick and efficient once you're up to the counter. The staff at Leonard's are friendly and helpful, ensuring that even with the crowd, the process runs smoothly. They're always ready to guide you through the options, whether you're after the classic, sugar-coated malasadas or something more adventurous like the filled varieties of custard, chocolate, guava, or haupia. Go inside to order, then they call your number for pick up at the outside window. Despite the crowds, the wait is never long once you're inside. Leonard's has mastered the art of serving fresh malasadas fast, so you can quickly enjoy the crispy, sweet warm goodness of every bite. And once you take that first bite of the warm, sugary treat, you'll understand why so many people are willing to wait in line--it's all worth it. If you want a little extra the shop offers merch like stickers, bags, shirts, and sweaters. Get all the swag to your heart's content!

The malasadas are always on point and served hot to go. If you arrive during peak times (0800-1030) it can feel like waiting forever for the fluffy balls of dough. Hang in there, they're worth it!

This was my first time eating malasadas and it was soo good. There was a good line but it went quickly. We had to wait a little bit for them to make them and they were warms a fresh out for us to eat. The texture is softer than a regular American donut but the filling was beautifully creamy and sweet. Highly recommend! - Original: 5/5 slightly different texture than the others with the filling - Guava: 5/5 my favorite! - Blueberry: 5/5 it was like it was stuffed with a creamy blueberry muffin - Macadamia: 4/5 still good, but I liked the others better

Knew this place from Instagram. So while we visited Hawaii, we had to try it. The bread is moist but I don't really like the taste of the Dobash (chocolate). Not so chocolaty We had to wait little bit to get the it after ordered because they always serve it warm. The location is really small for parking. But overall is good.

Got the li hing and sugar ones with chocolate filling and holyy these came out fresh, warm, and so satisfying. Golden brown and toasty outside soft chewy inside. Sweet, salty, and addicting with how you can't just have one Service here is quick and the workers are pretty efficient with getting through orders! Highly recommend trying these if you're making a trip. I'd definitely come back as these are now a staple to a solid trip!

It's a sat sole here in Hawaii. It's always a must stop for breakfast or anytime of the day. With their choices of flavors, it's great to share with each other so that you can try them all. I decided to go with haupia, guava and the custard. What can I say? Soft and trash and warm... they all taste like what they are a suppose to taste like. Parking could be a struggle. Be patient, it's worth the wait!

On our way to airport was able to grab some for the flight back to the Mainland. Parking is tight depending on crowd which is always - LOL Line moves fast as the ladies inside do not mess around, know what u want when get up there. Process is fast, order, and wait for number to be called Staff is friendly enough & proficient. Prices are reasonable and the baked goods are delicious, especially fresh & warm. The hype is real, make sure you stop & grab some fresh.

Heard the hype about the Malasadas, so of course we had to try Leonard's. It took maybe 10 minutes to order and get our 2 pieces (which looking at the line you would have thought we would have been there for years). Service was friendly and they have their system down pat! We tried the original and the ling hui. All in all- we just aren't super into Malasadas in general. But if fried dough with sugar is your thing, then Leonard's is your spot! Prices are great!

Must try when visiting Oahu! There is always a line but it moves quick. Their malasadas are best eaten fresh when they are still warm. I ordered half a dozen (2 original, 2 Chocolate Filled, 1 Custard Filled, and 1 Li Hing). The original and custard filled were my favorites. They were light, fluffy, and not too sweet even with the filling.

If you want a malasada (donut), are on Oahu, and near a Leonard's, you have to go. Simple as that. I say the best is the Cinnamon but the original is great too. The custards have too much filling for my taste. Makes them overly sweet. I came here two days in a row while on the island and would definitely visit again. Careful around 8 am because you will have to wait a bit but it's worth it because they come out hot and fresh each time. Parking can be a little tough but usually cycles out pretty quick since most people grab and go. Enjoy!

At the iconic Malasada donut Leonard Bakery! Malasada donut is a fluffy donut rolled in cinnamon sugar and stuffed with pastry cream. Fluffiness reminded me of mochi donut. Sauce consistency is more like custard. Guava Malasada: Sauce was very floral it kinda like rose flavoring. Haupia (coconut flavor) Malasada: Light coconut flavoring, very tasty. Parking: Honestly if you're not a good driver. I would probably park near the suburban street parking and then walk to Leonard's. There are only a few parking spaces open and there's always a line out the door so many people waiting in line might block the parking entrance.

This was one of the best bites I'd eaten !! Wow. I was searching for the more popular places to eat and Leonard's was one that popped up consistently, so naturally I had to try! I got the coconut and guava malasada. They were warm and tasted soo good. The service was quick and efficient. The only thing that I wish they had was somewhere outside to enjoy. It was kind of hard to enjoy and find a spot to sit, but the cub did wonders, nevertheless!

Leonard's is a Hawaiian staple and a must-visit when on Oahu. They're known for their malasadas aka pillowy soft and fluffy Portuguese donuts. The prices keep going up over the years ($1.85 each or $2.25 w/ filling) but they're still cheap eats for Hawaii standards. It's a popular tourist spot even though it's in an older part of town. There's usually always a line but it was a short wait on a Wednesday afternoon. You order at the counter inside and then pick up your order outside. I'm a huge fan of the original malasada which is similar to a classic sugar donut but without the hole. If you want something a little fancier, they have filled puffs with different flavors. I really enjoyed the lilikoi one. The cream wasn't too sweet and had a hint of passionfruit flavor. You have to come here if you've never been or have never had a malasada. Make sure to eat them while they're hot and you'll be in for a real treat.

A Hawaii staple, I went here for the first time in years and love the change in the operations. Now you order inside with pick up for your malasadas called outside, it definitely stream lined it and made the process pretty quick. I love the stuffed one and the custard was definitely a winner. Usually I'm a haupia girl but there was just something about it. My friend ended up coming here twice even because they loved it so much. Merch and inside was cute.

Really original spot to stop by. I don't see much of the hype but they are goood. price range from $3-7 each I liked their cookies defenitely my favorite was the cinammon option but overall cute spot. Minimal parking but very fast service . Staff their priority isn't customer service but i am sure due to the high volume of orders and people their priority is speed which is fine. I would say defenitely atleast visit once no bathrooms available TAP pay available as well

First stop on a Sunday morning at 7 am and there was a short queue outside waiting for their orders. I ordered a few malasadas and butter mochi and waited for about five minutes. The aroma of freshly made bread itself was an indication that these treats would be delicious. They were soft and fluffy. They were not too sweet and are exceedingly better than the typical American donut. I then tried the butter mochi. This was so good! It was chewy, buttery and coconutty. It was good start to a lazy Sunday morning. Service was quick and polite. It's a small store with no seating and is takeout only. The parking lot is small, but at 7am, it was easy to get a spot.

We were to check out all the hypes about this place. We got lucky on parking on the side street. Right outside the store only about 7 / 8 parking spaces , and they are tight. We lined up to get our malasadas. There is so many options but we got half a dozen with the traditional sugar ones and some cinnamon ones. The staff are ever friendly and helpful. They were so fluffy, not too sweet and very yummy. The pink box is very iconic and very 50's feel! You can also get shirt, hats, cupcakes and drinks. Just fyi the next day it does not taste as good anymore.

Must stop whenever you visit the island. They make the malasadas when you order it so they come out hot and tasty. You order in the store - usually a line to get in. And then wait outside until your number is called. There are napkins available outside. Be sure to get a few especially if you get the filled malasadas. We like the original and the cinnamon sugar. Usually very good although this time there was some uncooked dough in the middle. Probably the cook was rushing to get the orders out as there was a long queue of people waiting for their orders. Parking lot is small and always packed with cars double parked.

The famous Leonard's Bakery with their delicious malasadas is a must try! Order first and then your order will be called from the window when ready. So that means lots of people milling around just outside, which is perfect for being entertained by the chickens roaming in the parking lot. In all seriousness, the malasadas are truly amazing, and definitely eat it fresh because trying to save a few for the next day was not a great idea. The best part is biting into the doughnut which was like a soft pillow. My favorite is just the original coating with custard filling. All the other fillings we tried were true to the flavor but the star was definitely the donut itself.

I want to start by saying I am not a huge donut lover, and really am not a huge fan of filling in my donut, so take my review based on your likes. We got 6 donuts to try: Guava, Macadamia x 2, Plain Cinnamon Sugar x 2, and Blueberry. Personally I liked the cinnamon sugar best. I was happy it was warm, but it didn't taste any different than any other warm cinnamon sugar donuts I have had. The guava was very odd, so I was not a fan. The macadamia did nit have as strong of a flavor as I was expecting and the blueberry was as expected, but good. Personally, I did not like the fillings because they were looser. I was imagining a thicker custard, but ours were pretty runny. I thought it was overhyped, but that could just be me and my opinion on donuts. I would say go here to try it, but it wasn't something I needed to go back to.

Great malasadas. Our favorite on the island. Our favorite is the guava filled. The wait may be a bit long since they make it fresh. It's best to eat it right away. Parking can also be a bit difficult too. Wait can be long but they've definitely improved on the wait time.

Hot and fresh! The line can great crazy and the parking lot can definitely be crazier. Bring your patience and it will be all worth it. There is no seating inside, this is an order and go situation. Most people were standing outside eating or eating in their cars. Online ordering is also available for quicker pick up. Each order is made fresh when you order so when you receive them they are HOT! They have a variety of original Malasadas (not filled) and a variety filled with custards. We tried an original sugar, li hing mui, haupia, guava, and seasonal flavor-strawberry! I enjoyed them and thought they would be fab for breakfast or snack!

Very famous malasada place in Hawaii. They are always busy but we only waited about 5-10min. It was freshly done and delicious.

Hot malasada donuts made to order makes this place a local and tourist must hit spot on the island. The line is constant and the malasadas take a bit of time to get to you, but when they do, they are warm and soft and pillowy. We walked here but there is a small parking lot. No seating. Casual. Please come and create your own experience.

Being so close and staying in Waikiki, we knew we had to check out the famous Leonard's Bakery at least once on our trip. It did not disappoint. We got a couple of the Malasada puffs and a Malasada to try some variety. Our favorites were the original Malasada and custard Malasada puff. They were the perfect sweetness level while being so fresh and warm. You have to try them right away, don't wait! Their parking lot is pretty small, but there's a large lot next door with plenty of spaces. The line can get long but moves quickly.