Wailua Bakeshop
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Wailua Bakeshop

4-1298 Kuhio Hwy, Lihue, HI

★★★★★4.8(93 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Wailua Bakeshop is a beloved neighborhood gem in Lihue where ridiculously good malasadas (those pillowy Portuguese pastries) steal the show at just $1.50 for plain or $3.50 for creative flavors like passion fruit and ube. The warm, attentive staff and constantly fresh-baked selection of pastries and light fare make it worth arriving early, and the spacious indoor seating with AC provides the perfect refuge whether you're grabbing coffee quick or settling in for a slower morning with family. With a stellar 4.8-star rating and devoted repeat visitors, this is the kind of spot that becomes an instant favorite during any Kauai trip.

What to expect

Quick grabPastriesTraditional drinksSlow sitFamily friendlyLight food

Google Reviews

Tee
★★★★★2 months ago

Very tasty malasadas. Plain are $1.50 and fantastic. Also tried 2 filled (passion fruit & ube) both yummy, $3.50 each. Excited to come back again on our trip.

Brandon Franta
★★★★★5 months ago

Great experience! Staff were super nice and pleasant. Amazing pastries. I personally had the Cranberry Walnut Coffee Cake and would highly recommend. Get there early for more options and savory goods

Zach Christian
★★★★★6 months ago

I stopped by Wailua Bakeshop twice during my trip to Kauai and it quickly became one of my favorite spots on the island. Everything here is excellent. The pastries are fresh, the malasadas are ridiculously good, and the coffee (especially the iced and hazelnut lattes) was perfect. Both times I visited, Kylie helped me out and she was super friendly and professional. You can tell the whole place takes pride in what they do. I only wish we had something like this back home in SoCal. Definitely coming back next time I’m on Kauai!

DeeRae D
★★★★7 months ago

found this place from google reviews! Parking on street store front and stopped on a Saturday morning. They have minimal seating outside and lots of tables and sitting areas inside. AC indoors. Counter of baked items had a good variety when I got in. ORDERED- Two plain malasadas, 1 vanilla filled malasada and I noticed they had taro frappe's however, I ordered it as an iced latte 16oz. OMG- the flavor was amazing! Thick taro sauce and espresso was pretty strong! The espresso has chocolate notes to it, which I honestly do not usually order if it does, but the taro flavor helped cover that up. Overall cute shop. Would definitely stop by here again, maybe a bit earlier to order their baked foods again.

Navid Oskouipour
★★★★★a year ago

We discovered a true gem on Kauai island: Wailua Bakeshop. Experiencing jet lag, we woke up early and found that there were only a few options open at 6 AM. We decided to give Wailua Bakeshop a try, and it quickly became our favorite spot on the entire island. The pastries, lattes, and matcha lattes at Wailua Bakeshop were incredibly fresh and delicious. We sampled a variety of treats, including the malasada, blueberry scone, maple pecan scone, and strawberry cheesecake Danish. Each item was a delightful surprise, bursting with flavor and baked to perfection. The owners of the bakeshop were exceptionally friendly and welcoming, making our visits even more enjoyable. We even took a photo with them to remember the wonderful experience. Typically, I have a personal rule to never visit the same place twice, but Wailua Bakeshop was so exceptional that I happily broke my rule for trying the amazing coffee and other pastries they have. If you find yourself on Kauai island, Wailua Bakeshop is an absolute must-visit. Its charming atmosphere, delectable pastries, and warm hospitality make it a standout spot that you’ll want to return to again and again.

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