Top pick1Fin's Bagels
Authentic New York style bagels in Kapahulu — hand rolled, kettle boiled, baked fresh daily. The Kiawe Smoked Brisket on asiago is the must-order. Best breakfast spot near Waikiki.
Oahu's bakery scene is as diverse as the island itself — from flaky Portuguese pastries in Kailua to buttery croissants in Waikiki. This list ranks all 129 qualifying bakeries on Oahu by real visitor ratings submitted directly on NateEatsHawaii, so the order reflects what fellow eaters on the ground actually think.
At the top of the rankings sits Fin's Bagels in Kapahulu, a spot Nate personally recommends — hand-rolled, kettle-boiled, and baked fresh daily in the New York tradition. Also earning high marks are Kona Coffee Purveyors | b. patisserie in Waikiki, well-known for its single-origin 100% Kona coffee alongside on-site pastries, and Agnes' Portuguese Bake Shop in Kailua, a longtime local favorite for traditional baked goods.
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The ranking
Top pick1Authentic New York style bagels in Kapahulu — hand rolled, kettle boiled, baked fresh daily. The Kiawe Smoked Brisket on asiago is the must-order. Best breakfast spot near Waikiki.
2$$Waikiki corner café pouring single-origin 100% Kona with a free tasting bar, plus pastries baked on-site by b. patisserie. Drip $5, espresso $4.75. Opens early — line by 7am.
3$Bakery fare in Ala Moana. 85°C Bakery Cafe - Honolulu (Ala Moana Center) is a well-loved spot.
4$Bakery/cafe chain with roots in Taiwan, offering coffee & tea plus international desserts & breads.
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6$$Boutique bakeshop crafting traditional tiered cakes, cupcakes, wedding cakes & more.
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8Bowling center has nightly themes, from Glow Bowling to DJs, plus party packages & The Alley eatery.
9Bakery fare in Ala Moana. Aloha State Bake Shop [preorder&pick up only] is a reliable choice and offers takeout.
10This low-key bakeshop sells pastries, rolls, cookies, cakes & other dessert items.
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12$Bakery fare in Waikiki. Bean About Town is a well-loved spot and offers outdoor seating.
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15$$Small bakery selling made-from-scratch, artisanal breads, including focaccia & brioche.
16$$No-frills bakeshop providing Japanese loaf breads, savory pastries & sweet treats at the counter.
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18Tucked into Ala Moana, BRUG Bakery Lanai at Ala Moana (food court) serves bakery. Look for takeout — known as a solid pick.
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21$$Tucked into Downtown Honolulu, Cafe Villamor serves brazilian at mid-range prices. Look for outdoor seating — known as a well-loved spot.
22Bakery specializing in custom cakes & offering cookies, macarons & other sweets.
23$Bakery fare in Ala Moana. Cinnabon draws a steady crowd.
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27$$Bakery doling out breakfast pastries & other baked goods such as specialty cakes, cookies & pies.
28$$Upmarket retailer carrying specialty foods, including prepared dishes, plus home & kitchen items.
29$$Dell's Kitchen and Bakery is a mid-range asian spot in McCully. Locals consider it a well-loved spot with takeout.
30$$Popular window-serve grill offering American eats, plus a market for prepared foods & baked goods.
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FAQ
Based on real visitor ratings on NateEatsHawaii, Fin's Bagels in Kapahulu currently tops the list — it's also a spot Nate personally recommends for its authentic New York-style bagels, hand-rolled and kettle-boiled fresh daily.
Several highly rated options on this list are known for being wallet-friendly, including the 85°C Bakery Cafe locations at Ala Moana and Kapolei, which offer a wide variety of breads, pastries, and drinks at approachable prices.
The rankings are driven by real visitor ratings submitted on NateEatsHawaii and are updated regularly as new reviews come in, so the list always reflects current community sentiment.
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