Ah, the donut – one of America’s favorite treats. Joyous were the days our parents used to bring home donuts on a Saturday morning, accompanied by cartoons, of course. And even more magnificent are the days where office meetings are made more bearable due to that one co-worker who always brings donuts in. In honor of the donut, here are some of our top must-visit donut shops in Hawaii serving everything from malasadas to green tea donuts.

1. Leonard's Bakery
933 Kapahulu Ave, Honolulu, HI 96818, USA
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Leonard’s Bakery is famous for their malasadas, or Portuguese donuts, which were introduced to Hawaii by Leonard himself, after opening shop in the 1950s.
2. Kamehameha Bakery
Kamehameha Bakery Inc, 1284 Kalani St Unit D106, Honolulu, HI 96817, USA
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Craving something sweet, but it's hours before sunrise? No worries — Kamehameha Bakery opens at 2 a.m. Step inside and breathe in the aromas of fresh-baked pastries. There's nothing like the smell of warm donuts and sugar to start your morning off right! Known for their magnificent glazed poi donuts, Kamehameha Bakery is a true Hawaiian treasure.

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3. Mr. Donut's & Bakery
Mr. Donut's & Bakery, 134 S Hotel St, Honolulu, HI 96813, USA
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Though Mr. Donut doesn’t look like much – sitting unassuming in downtown Honolulu – they BAKE their donuts rather than frying them, making for a delicious experience unlike many others. Best donuts in Hawaii? You be the judge!
4. Napoleon's Bakery
Napoleon's Bakery, 94-1068 Ka Uka Blvd, Waipahu, HI 96797, USA
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We’d be amiss to write a list without mentioning Napoleon’s Bakery, attached to many Zippy’s locations. My husband has an unnatural love for their mochi rice cake with sweet red bean paste… Not my thing, but he loves it.
5. Komoda Store and Bakery
Komoda Store and Bakery, 3674 Baldwin Ave, Makawao, HI 96768, USA
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First opened as a general store in 1916, this Maui shop began to sell baked goods in the ‘40s, and are now famous for their cream puffs, long johns and glazed donut sticks. Today, Komoda Store and Bakery is a beloved town institution!

Which is your favorite donut shop, and more importantly, are you a fan of traditional glazed donuts, or something more exotic? Share your picks for the best donuts in Hawaii in the comments below!

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Sarah M. | December 16, 2022

What are the best bakeries in Hawaii?

The above list of donut shops in Hawaii also includes some must-visit bakeries, but there are many more bakeries in Hawaii sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

  • Ted's Bakery, Haleiwa. Located on Oahu’s north shore is Ted’s Bakery, made famous for an impressive selection of pies, cakes, pastries and bread, including their famous chocolate haupia pie. But that’s not all Ted’s Bakery does – they also serve breakfast, lunch and dinner food. Some of the most popular dishes include garlic shrimp, loco moco, and the fried rice special, making Ted's Bakery an all-around dinner *and* dessert dinner!
  • Hana Hou Restaurant, Naalehu. For classic Hawaiian food and mouthwatering pie near the southernmost point in the United States, check out Hana Hou Restaurant. Their macadamia nut cream pie is a local favorite, and the perfect complement to one of their mouthwatering burgers or a loco mocos. For the best pie in Hawaii, it’s hard to get better than the pie at Hana Hou Restaurant.
  • Leoda’s Kitchen & Pie Shop. Serving up some of the most delicious pies on Maui is Leoda’s, a café that is all about fresh ingredients, and hand-crafted specialties. Their chocolate macadamia nut pie is heaven for any chocolate lover, and the bananas in the banana cream pie are harvested from the restaurant’s own farm. If you’re looking for pie near me on Maui, stop by Leoda's Kitchen & Pie.
  • Lee’s Bakery & Kitchen, Honolulu. This Honolulu dessert shop often has a line forming out of the door, especially on holidays like Thanksgiving, but is well worth the wait. Some people say that their custard pies are the best on Oahu! If you’re looking for other great bakeries in Honolulu, check out this place that has pies on Oahu.

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