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 Herbal medicines and supplements |
1050 Ala Moana Boulevard Honolulu, HI 96814 United States +1 808 591 8803 |
Don't plan on doing any real food shopping here. This store mainly carries supplements, vitamins, herbal medicines and other bottled items. Essential oils are in the front, along with sesame, grape seed and other oils intended for topical use only. Of course, you can find large supplies of melatonin and herbal uppers in the middle of the store. While some packaged foods are available, this place seems like more of an herbal apothecary than anything else. It's small, quiet and healthy smelling. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Original POM |
800 North King Street (Banyan Court Mall) Honolulu, HI 96817 United States +1 808 522 7088 http://www.co.honolulu.hi.us/p... |
This Saturday market is the, "original" of the very popular People's Open Markets. Bring your own bags and small bills; it makes market shopping easier on you and the merchants. As part of the POM program, fruits, vegetables and seafood sold here are guaranteed to cost at least 35 percent below retail value. The market only lasts one hour and fifteen minutes, so arriving on time is important. This location is best reached by car. Parking is available on the street and on church grounds (compliments of St. Elizabeth's and Kaumakapili churches). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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In beans or brews |
One Aloha Tower Drive (Aloha Tower Marketplace) Honolulu, HI 96813 United States +1 808 545 4125 |
This one of two places in the Aloha Tower where you can get an iced latte to go. Naturally it is an important and popular spot, frequented by tourists and locals in need of a kick start. Retail is the focus of the establishment, though. The coffee counter is just a popular afterthought. Packaged candy and coffee from Hawai'i is sold as well as mugs, t-shirts and other gift items. The selection of cigars includes popular brands Monte Cristo and Romeo y Julieta. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Where Waikiki shops |
2370 Kuhio Avenue Honolulu, HI 96815 United States +1 808 923 9831 |
One of the most appealing factors about this store (for Westerners, at least) is the fact that even though it's as much of an Asian market as an American one, it has a squeaky-clean Western look instead of the cramped, dark appearance of many Asian food markets. The bakery in the front sells coffee and pastries; a sushi counter is right next to it. The place is located smack-dab in the center of Waikiki, and it is open round the clock - perfect when the late-night munchies hit. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Freshest available wholesale seafood |
225 North Nimitz Highway (#3) Honolulu, HI 96817 United States +1 808 524 4847 http://www.gvisfd.com |
The Hawaiian Islands are a dining paradise for seafood aficionados. Through this fine seafood retailer, a taste of the islands' best can be delivered fresh or frozen to your doorstep. In addition, relationships with companies in other exotic locations make it possible for the shop to bring in other unusual types of seafood. Tours of the facility are available to the public upon request. For a close-up look at freshness standards and grading techniques, contact the plant managers via telephone. Tours are typically held Tuesday through Friday, 1 pm-3pm. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Get it from the source |
819 Cedar Street Honolulu, HI 96814-2330 United States +1 808 591 1133 |
This little factory makes authentic Italian Gelato with a tropical twist. (To anyone who doesn't know, gelato is the upper-class cousin of ice cream). The flavors are inventive, often featuring local Hawaiian fruits and vegetables. Depending on how creative you are, you can munch on Campari, Coconut or Irish Cream Gelato. Although this gelato is sold at various points throughout the island, the least expensive way to get it is direct from the factory. Order it by the pint or the gallon. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Unique local goodies |
2928 Ualena Street Honolulu, HI 96819 United States +1 808 836 8955 / +1 800 303 2507 http://www.hawaiicandy.com/ |
If you're searching for an island gift that's tasty not touristy, you might want to visit this store. It makes inexpensive tea cookies, wafers, rice cakes, and Japanese-style treats. Fortune cookies are available in six distinctive flavors. The shop also creates three flavorful (and healthy) varieties of rice cake: ginger, mochi crunch, and sesame seed with seaweed. Colorful coconut balls are a unique treat, as are the five varieties of Hawaiian Island Crisp Cookies. There is online ordering available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Inexpensive pastries and ice cream |
1450 Ala Moana Boulevard (Ala Moana Shopping Center) Honolulu, HI 96814-4610 United States +1 808 949 7484 |
Inexpensive and delicious, the confections here are a perfect afternoon snack. The shop features Roselani ice creams, made in Maui. Thirty flavors, many of them made with local produce, are available. Try Macadamia Nut Brickle, Pohaberry or Mango-n-Cream. The pastries are luscious and surprisingly inexpensive. You'll find enormous banana tarts, blueberry cheesecake slices, and lilikoi mousse. Coconut mochi and poi bread are two uniquely local delicacies. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sweet delights |
707-A Waikamilo Road Honolulu, HI 96817 United States +1 808 841 3344 |
This store has been selling its delectable 'Menehune Mac' wares for more than 50 years. Hawaii's oldest chocolate manufacturer continues its tradition of using high-quality Big Island-grown Macadamia nuts and a special, custom-made chocolate. At this main location, you can actually see the chocolate factory and even better, get a free sample of the superb product. The company ships the chocolates and candies anywhere in the world for a modest cost. (By the way, the Menehune are the Hawaiian equivalent of Irish Leprechauns.) Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fantasy chocolate |
1200 Ala Moana Boulevard Ward Center Honolulu, HI 96814 United States +1 808 591 2997 http://www.honoluluchocolate.com/ |
While minor fans of chocolate will probably indulge a bit at this store, chocoholics may go overboard. Rich truffles, sinful island-inspired creations and a cornucopia of seasonal delights tempt the palate and the pocketbook. It doesn't hurt (or help, depending how you look at it) that the proprietors give out samples. In addition to having outrageous chocolate, this shop has the best décor of any chocolate shop on the island. The entire store is decorated in accordance to the season, with serious attention paid to detail. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Specialty items for gourmands |
131 Kaiulani Avenue, Suite 1B Honolulu, HI 96815 United States |
The air around this store is redolent with the scent of Kona coffee and chocolate. It is an irresistible combination, and one that draws in a steady stream of shoppers from funky little King's Village. Inside, the cool, quiet shop is full of little delights. It sells all kinds of things besides coffee and chocolate, including marzipan, ice cream, fancy cigarettes and locally made beef jerky. There's also an espresso counter and a gift section. This is a great place to go for a cup of iced coffee if you're out wandering in Waikiki. The proprietress is sweet and shy and will not try to hard-sell customers on anything. The store is located in the heart of Waikiki Beach's most touristy area, and probably never sees a local guest, but in spite of that, it remains fairly low-key. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gifts, souvenirs, specialty drinks |
2250 Kalakaua Avenue, Suite 102 Honolulu, HI 96815 United States +1 808 924 4125 http://www.icchawaii.com/ |
The cheery yellow paint job in this coffee store does a good job of lifting flagging spirits, but the specialty coffee drinks definitely do their part as well. Iced, blended specialties, flavored Kona coffee, and smoothies are on the menu, in addition to ice cream and a few snack items. While there are four stools at the counter, this is primarily a retail outlet. Packaged coffee beans and funky mugs share shelf space with ukulele cases and Hawaiian CDs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Upscale coffeeshop, strong brews |
2424 Kalakaua Avenue (Hyatt Regency Waikiki) Honolulu, HI 96815 United States +1 808 923 5466 http://www.kimobean.com |
Sleek, chic and modern, this is the perfect place to grab a latte or a mochaccino at any time of day or night. This store was the first Kimo's location and has been open for seven years. In addition to all the standard espresso drinks (latte, cappucino, mocha,) this store features an extensive list of blended specialties. The menu offers plenty of iced drinks meant to combat Oahu's high temperatures. Bagels, muffins and pastries are also sold. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Portuguese baked goods |
933 Kapahulu Avenue Honolulu, HI 96816 United States +1 808 737 5591 |
A favorite local stop since 1952, this bakery, less than a mile outside Waikiki, is famous for malasadas. These pastries are a local favorite, similar to doughnuts only without the holes. They're best eaten hot, leaden when cold. Another specialty is pao doce (Portuguese sweet bread). Danish pastries, cookies, breads and specialty wedding and birthday cakes are also available. Take out only; there is no place to sit. Parking is available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Classy department store |
1450 Ala Moana Boulevard (Ala Moana Shopping Center) Honolulu, HI 96814 United States +1 808 941 2345 |
An Island tradition, this four-story flagship department store features brand name and designer label apparel, footwear and accessories for women, men and children. There is also a wide selection of tasteful men's Aloha shirts, women's Polynesian wear and classy tropical home accents. A special boutique showcases trendy designer Anne Namba's Oriental-influenced high fashions. Also sold are cosmetics and fragrances, as well as fine home accents. Be sure to check out celebrity chef Alan Wong's new Pineapple Room restaurant on the third floor. There are a few other locations throughout O'ahu. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bakery and cafe |
2330 Kuhio Avenue Honolulu, HI 96815 United States +1 808 922 9752 |
German-born baker Rolf Winkler brought this bakery/cafe concept to Honolulu. His establishment offers a large selection of pastries including French croissants, European bread and flaky crusted fruit pies. The sandwich offerings are exceptionally good; try the piled-high ham. The soups are equally satisfying. For those who really want to go for it, there is a rich hot fudge sundae or a sinful banana split. One of its other locations is in the Kahala Mall. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fresh produce and seafood |
1527 Keeaumoku St (admin office) Honolulu, HI 96822 United States +1 808 522 7088 http://www.co.honolulu.hi.us/p... |
The original POM took place in Kahili's Banyan Court Mall in 1973, but the idea caught on quickly, and soon representatives from all parts of O'ahu were requesting their own community markets. Now, 22 branches of this market operate throughout the week, all over the island. More than one million people shop them yearly. Everything is fresh, sold by local farmers at an average of 35 percent below retail value. Prices are kept low through a concerted effort on the part of the POM staff. Call the info line or check the Web site for locations and times. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Food and wines |
1460 South Beretania Street Honolulu, HI 96814 United States +1 808 596 9463 / +1 800 591 8136 (Toll Free) |
Local gourmet and radio personality Richard Field owns this wine and gourmet food shop. Oenophiles, gourmets, and cigar aficionados delight in the superb selection of fine wines, packaged gourmet foods, cheese and deli items, fresh local and rare produce, and cigars. Among the hard to find items on the shelves are single malt Scotch, French cheeses, baby "Nalo" greens from Waimanalo, fresh haricots vertes, Hawaiian Vintage and Laderach chocolates, and trendy gourmet items like China Black Forbidden Rice. Additional gourmet foods are on end aisle displays throughout the supermarket. Wine tastings are on Saturday afternoons, and gourmet food samplings occur frequently. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hundreds of sweet temptations |
1 Aloha Tower Drive Aloha Tower Marketplace Honolulu, HI 96814 United States +1 808 545 4443 http://www.alohatower.com/dini... |
It's easy to find this place. Just look for the two five-foot teddy bears standing outside. About the time you get within a few feet of the bears, the scent of chocolate will assail your nostrils in the most pleasant but relentless way. A warning: The chocolate here tastes even better than it smells. The specialty is Ono Bark, a sublime creation of white and dark chocolate, peanut butter, marshmallows and other ingredients. Other kinds of "bark" are also sold. Specialty chocolates, truffles, ice cream and other delicacies are arranged throughout the busy shop. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Ala Moana's Japanese store |
1450 Ala Moana Boulevard (Ala Moana Shopping Center, Second Level) Honolulu, HI 96814 United States +1 808 973 9111 |
Japan's oldest department store has a US outpost in Ala Moana Shopping Center. The store features two floors of high-quality Oriental goods, upscale electronics, accessories, fine jewelry and handbags, Sanrio toys and Japanese housewares. There is also a grocery section with a large selection of delicacies imported from Japan. Nearby, a bustling cafeteria serves sushi, noodle dishes and typical Japanese box lunches. There are other Shirokiya locations in Aiea and on Maui. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Retailers of icewine |
1450 Ala Moana Boulevard Honolulu, HI 96814 United States +1 808 947 9463 http://www.hivinglace.com/door/ |
The impeccable display of fanciful frosted glass bottles adorning this stand's display counter suggests that it offers a very special kind of refreshment—and it does. This place sells icewine, an unusual wine made of grapes that are frozen on the vine and then pressed. The result is a sweet, concentrated wine with a distinctive flavor. It doesn't go cheap (bottles range from $47-$75), but if you're looking for an original gift for a wine connoisseur, this is the perfect choice. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tropical snow cones |
525 Kapahulu Avenue (Near Herbert Street, a few blocks north of Waikiki) Honolulu, HI 96815 United States +1 808 735 8886 |
"Shave ice" (snow cones to Mainlanders) comes in more flavors than Baskin-Robbins, ranging from plebeian banana to exotic li hing mui (pickled plum). At this stand, a small shave ice costs $1.50, a large one $1.75. There's a slight extra charge for additional ingredients that can be hidden inside (ice cream or the Japanese favorite, red azuki beans). The bakery section has a nice selection of breads, sweet and savory pastries, and individual slices of cheesecake. There is plenty of seating. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Island-Style Snacks |
802 Mapunapuna Street Honolulu, HI 96819 United States +1 808 839 5258 http://www.twchawaii.com/Marke... |
This popular island wholesaler specializes in the kind of snack food unique to the area. You'll find a variety of nuts, candies and gums, dried fruits, cookies and more at any one of the three retail locations. Try 'wet' mango or, if you're feeling adventurous, li hing plums. Items can be ordered by phone or online. Orders received before 10am will be shipped the same day; if an order is received after 10am, it will ship the following day. See website for online shopping. Review © 2007, Wcities |