Penny's Waikiki Malasadas — Review by RainaisCrazy
Honolulu, United States — Portuguese, Desserts
Penny's Waikiki Malasadas serves delicious Portuguese pastries made fresh to order with a variety of creative flavors. The malasadas are crispy, sugary, and filled with generous amounts of cream, making them a must-try treat while visiting Hawaii. Fair warning - they are messy to eat but absolutely worth it.
What was great: Crispy, sugary malasadas with fresh handmade fillings, generous cream filling, variety of flavors including coconut, ube, Nutella, custard, jam, and special creme of the day
What could improve: Nothing mentioned
The Dishes
Penny's Waikiki Malasadas specializes exclusively in malasadas, Portuguese fried pastries available in multiple flavors. The menu features coconut, ube, Nutella, original, custard, handmade jam of the day, and a special creme of the day. Each malasada is made fresh to order, ensuring quality and freshness. The reviewer sampled several flavors, praising them for their crispy exterior and sugary coating. One standout was the cream-filled variety, which the reviewer described as incredibly good with so much cream inside. Another highlighted malasada featured a pink filling, either raspberry or strawberry, which was very sweet and perfectly complemented the crispy exterior.
The Experience
Located in the Waikiki food court, Penny's Waikiki Malasadas requires customers to go up stairs to reach the establishment. The shop displays all available flavors, making it easy for customers to choose. The ordering process appears efficient with malasadas made fresh to order. The reviewer noted that eating these pastries is a decidedly messy experience, with filling squirting onto hands, though this is presented as part of the charm rather than a drawback.
Value and Pricing
No specific pricing information was provided in the review, though the casual food court setting suggests these are reasonably priced items typical of Hawaii tourist attractions.
Notable Moments
It squirted all over my hands.
Oh my god. So good. Crispy, sugary.
This is so dangerous. I need to stop before I eat like 20 of these.
Fair warning though, you are going to get messy, but it'll be worth it.
The Verdict
Penny's Waikiki Malasadas comes highly recommended for anyone visiting Hawaii who wants to experience authentic Portuguese pastries. The combination of fresh preparation, creative flavor options, and quality ingredients makes this a must-visit destination. This establishment is best for travelers seeking authentic local treats and those willing to embrace a little mess in exchange for exceptional taste. The reviewer's enthusiasm and suggestion to definitely check them out solidifies this as a top choice for malasada lovers in Waikiki.