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Leonard's Bakery

933 Kapahulu Ave, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96816-1434 (Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis)
808-737-5591
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Ranked #8 of 1,549 restaurants in Honolulu
Price range: $1 - $20
Cuisines: Bakery
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Good for: Families with children, Local cuisine, Dining on a budget
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Takeout, Late Night, Dessert
Neighborhood: Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis
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Pasco, Washington, United States
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4 reviews 4 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

The yummiest filled "donuts" I've ever had. The are filled with different cremes. You must try these when you go to Honolulu!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

The donuts at this place were amazing and came out super hot. There was a decent line and no parking which should have been frustrating but the end product was totally worth it. We got a dozen for 2 people and were in a little over our head but kept some for later.

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See 4 more reviews by nsebald5 for Honolulu
Bellingham, Washington
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21 restaurant reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

The portugese donuts that they sell at Leonard's are just out of this world! I really like the one filled with bavarian cream or the coconut custard but they are all delicious! Waiting in line is worth it and eat them on the spot while they're hot.

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Salem, Oregon
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83 helpful votes 83 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

If it's busy, that's a good thing. Stood in line but it went pretty fast. Tried all 4 malapia puffs, hot, sugar messy and worth the wait. Also had the Long Johns for breakfast the next morning. Still fabulous even after spending the night in the fridge. Ya gotta try it.

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Kalamazoo, Michigan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

Holy Cow! This place is amazing. Malasadas are a must-try when in Honolulu! Rotating flavors, along with the standard sugar and cinnamon, you have to try them all. Best warm and Fresh, right out of the oven. Don't waste time shipping these home, they are too good to wait for! Do your self a favor and stop by for a... More

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New york
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14 restaurant reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

While Visiting Oahu the first 2 weeks of may 2013 , I had the opportunity to visit Leonard's on a few occasions . My Brother In-law lives a few block away so it was convenient . The reason I say a few Occasions is because on at least 2 visits when I saw the line , i just left .... More

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Hawaii
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

Definitely the bakery to visit if you're looking to experience Honolulu's oldest malasadas shop. There malasadas are island renowned.

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Los Angeles
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12 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013

Ok, so plain (unfilled) malasadas are just small glazed donuts - pretty "meh" for me (but great if you are a glazed donut fan). I'd tried malasadas at a well-know place on Maui & they were out of custard filled ones. So, fine but nothing special for me. But, not wanting to write off malasadas without trying filled ones, I... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013

So glad that some local icons manage to survive and thrive even after decades. The place hasn't changed much from the time I was a kid, so It's an authentic experience coming here and standing in line for those delicious malasadas. A simple, yummy affordable treat day or night.

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New York City, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

A malasada is a Portuguese fried dough ball. Fried dough is always delicious, but Leonard's took it to the next level. I tried both the standard (no filling) and their regular custard creme filling. And the next day, I went back for me. If you want to know what a malasada is, go no place else.

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