Liliha Bakery

Liliha Bakery Hawaii's home bakery since 1950 serving all-day breakfast, lunch, and dinner and baking hand-made pastries from scratch!
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In 1950, Roy and Koo Takakuwa opened a tiny retail outlet at 1703 Liliha Street selling Roy's loaves of bread. The popularity of his baked goods outgrew the little store, and in 1961, the Takakuwa's moved to Kuakini Street, but kept the Liliha name. Over the years, Liliha Bakery became an integral part of the community. Kids would stop on their way home from school and dig out coins for a glazed d

oughnut. Old friends would meet for a cup of coffee at the counter. Aunties would pick up a dobash cake for the family potluck. Some patrons have been coming to the bakery for decades, and staff members have watched families grow and change over the years. The Takakuwas provided its employees with a family work environment. Some staff members have served 20, 30 and 40 years and have been instrumental in helping the business find its special place as a landmark bakery. Thirty-five years after founding the bakery, Roy died in 1985. His son, William, took over the business, and Koo oversaw the company's finances till she retired in the early 1990s. The Coco Puff Comeback

Contrary to popular belief, the coco puff was not always a part of Liliha Bakery's history. In fact, the bakery's chantilly cake, a chocolate cake with a rich buttercream frosting, had been the bakery's number-one seller for a long time. Around 1970, the coco puff made its debut but it was a "fantastic flop," said William Takakuwa. But around 1990, chief baker Kame Ikemura, now retired, reformulated the recipe with a dab of chantilly frosting, and the coco puff was a hit. Back to the Future

In early 2008, the Takakuwa family entrusted its legacy to Peter Kim, a Honolulu entrepreneur who started his own family business, Yummy Korean BBQ, more than 20 years earlier. Peter is honored to carry on the Liliha Bakery tradition and is committed to preserving the bakery's quality and character. Plans are in the works to provide more Islanders with the taste and spirit of Liliha Bakery. Peter hopes to open additional shops in Honolulu and the Neighbor Islands. Visit Liliha Bakery and become a part of the history that's still in the making.

07/02/2026

A little first look at what's in store at our newest location. šŸ‘€ Stay tuned... we can't wait to welcome you soon!

07/01/2026

The perfect meal šŸ˜®ā€šŸ’ØšŸ”„

06/25/2026

Itā€™s game changing when you can truly eat whatever you want whenever you want šŸ˜­šŸ«¶šŸ½

We're hiring! šŸŽ‰ Join us at our upcoming Job Fair for our newest WaikÄ«kÄ« Beach Walk location. If you're passionate about ...
06/25/2026

We're hiring! šŸŽ‰ Join us at our upcoming Job Fair for our newest WaikÄ«kÄ« Beach Walk location. If you're passionate about hospitality, food, and creating memorable guest experiences, we'd love to meet you.ā 
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We're hiring! šŸŽ‰ Join us at our upcoming Job Fair for our newest WaikÄ«kÄ« Beach Walk location. If you're passionate about ...
06/22/2026

We're hiring! šŸŽ‰ Join us at our upcoming Job Fair for our newest WaikÄ«kÄ« Beach Walk location. If you're passionate about hospitality, food, and creating memorable guest experiences, we'd love to meet you.

06/18/2026

Our classic French toast doesnā€™t need any music šŸ˜®ā€šŸ’Ø

Sneak Peek at our Liliha Bakery Waikīkī Beach Walk location! As we prepare to open this summer, we're excited to share a...
06/17/2026

Sneak Peek at our Liliha Bakery Waikīkī Beach Walk location! As we prepare to open this summer, we're excited to share a first look at our newest location. From fresh-baked favorites and local comfort food to the warm hospitality you've come to know and love, we can't wait to welcome you through our doors.

Stay tuned for opening updates, behind-the-scenes moments, and more as we get ready to join the WaikÄ«kÄ« Beach Walk community. šŸŒŗ

06/12/2026

Sometimes this is all you really need šŸ¤·šŸ½

We're still hiring for our soon-to-open WaikÄ«kÄ« Beach Walk location! šŸŒŗIf you've been thinking about joining the Liliha B...
06/12/2026

We're still hiring for our soon-to-open WaikÄ«kÄ« Beach Walk location! šŸŒŗ

If you've been thinking about joining the Liliha Bakery team, now's the time. Stop by our upcoming Job Fair and learn more about available opportunities across both front and back of house positions. Training is available for all positions.

šŸ“ Liliha Bakery WaikÄ«kÄ« Beach Walk
šŸ“… Thursday, June 18 | 9AMā€“2PM
šŸ“… Friday, June 19 | 9AMā€“2PM

Can't make it during Job Fair hours? Contact us at (808) 941-4588 to schedule an appointment at our Corporate Office.

06/05/2026

Happy National Donut Day šŸ©Not that we need an excuse to enjoy a donutā€¦ but weā€™ll take one. šŸ˜‰

Stop by and celebrate with us today!

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