Hawaii is famous for beaches and shave ice, but the islands also hide some of the best pie you will ever taste. From flaky guava chiffon on Maui to creamy chocolate haupia on Oahu, small-town bakeries across the state have turned pie into an art form.
Some use local limes and lilikoi, while others bake fresh pot pies daily. Here are nine spots worth planning an island-hop around, one delicious slice at a time.
1. Leoda’s Kitchen and Pie Shop, Lahaina, HI
Roadtrippers heading toward West Maui have a simple ritual: stop at Leoda’s on the way in, and stop again on the way out. Sitting in Olowalu Village since 2011, this counter-serve cafe has built its name on doing a few things exceptionally well.
The pies are the true stars. Sweet options like banana cream, apple crumb, and peanut butter come with perfect handmade crusts, and the guava chiffon uses tangy Olowalu limes for a flavor you will not find elsewhere.
If you want the lime pie, you may need to order it a few days ahead.
Beyond dessert, the kitchen turns out farm-fresh American plates. Leoda’s Burger, the patty melt, and the mushroom Swiss burger all pair nicely with the shop’s crispy fries and lemonade.
Expect a line, especially in the afternoon, but it tends to move quickly. Open daily from 10 AM to 6 PM, with free parking on site.
Evenings are the quietest time to swing by.
2. Hana Hou Restaurant, Naalehu, HI
Down at the southern end of the Big Island, in the tiny town of Naalehu, sits an eatery where the homemade pies alone justify the drive. Hana Hou serves Hawaiian-style comfort food with a side of live music and genuinely warm service.
Regulars often say you should stop here even if it is only for a sweet treat. The macadamia nut cream and lilikoi pies are the ones to look for, made in the classic island style.
The savory menu keeps up its end too. Loco moco, the French dip sandwich, the Hogzilla Hawaiian burrito, and the stuffed papaya salad all show off local flavors, with vegan and vegetarian choices available.
The setting is casual and cozy, with both indoor and outdoor seating, high chairs, and a kids’ menu. Dogs are welcome inside, reservations are accepted, and parking is easy.
Open daily from 11 AM to 5 PM, it makes a natural stop on a Big Island loop.
3. Ted’s Bakery, Haleiwa, HI
Ask around Oahu’s North Shore about the best pie, and one name comes up again and again. Ted’s Bakery, right on Kamehameha Highway near the beach, has practically perfected the chocolate haupia pie, a coconut-and-chocolate cream classic that helped make the place famous statewide.
Pies get baked fresh daily, and the lineup runs deep. Chocolate cream, coconut cake, chocolate haupia cake, and the pineapple macadamia nut cheesecake all show up in the case, plus carrot cake for good measure.
It works as a full meal stop too. Plate lunches like chicken katsu and the mahi mahi sandwich fuel up beachgoers, and the portions run generous.
There is no dine-in table service, just counter ordering with outdoor seating, so grab your pie and go. Expect a wait during busy afternoons.
Open Monday through Thursday and weekends from 8 AM to 6:30 PM, with shorter Friday hours ending at 5 PM. You can even find Ted’s pies in many Oahu grocery stores.
4. The Right Slice LLC, Kalaheo, Kalaheo, HI
Butter crust is the whole philosophy here. The Right Slice has been baking pies on Kauai’s south side since 2009, and its crisp-yet-tender crust is what keeps people driving out to Kalaheo.
The rotating selection covers both sweet and savory. Look for the macadamia nut baby pie, mango lilikoi baby pie, key lime, and classic apple, plus fun extras like Menehune Pie Bites and chocolate coconut macaroons.
Savory options include vegetarian and vegan picks, and the chicken pot pie earns steady praise.
Guests staying at nearby south shore resorts often make the short trip after hearing about it from locals. Baby pies make it easy to sample several flavors in one visit.
Keep in mind there is no restroom on site, and the shop is a quick-visit spot. Dogs are welcome inside, coffee is available, and takeout and delivery both work.
Hours are 11 AM to 6 PM on weekdays and 10 AM to 5 PM on weekends, with free parking.
5. Hamura Saimin, Lihue, HI
Most people come to this Lihue institution for the noodles, but the lilikoi chiffon pie is a reason to save room. Hamura Saimin is a no-frills, counter-serve spot where the saimin and the pie share equal billing.
The Special Saimin is the signature bowl, with springy noodles in a rich broth. Round it out with BBQ beef or chicken sticks, won ton mein, fried shrimp tempura, or freshly made malasadas.
Then there is the pie. The airy lilikoi chiffon is unlike a typical mainland dessert, light and tangy with passion fruit flavor, and it makes a fitting finish to a filling meal.
Prices stay reasonable, and there is seating right at the counter. Parking can be a little tricky to find, so plan a few extra minutes.
Open daily from 10 AM to 9:30 PM, with weekend evenings drawing the biggest crowds. It is an easy start or finish to any Kauai trip.
6. HI Pie Bakery + Cafe, Haleiwa, HI
Homestyle baking with a North Shore address makes this Haleiwa cafe stand out. HI Pie Bakery + Cafe leans into scratch-made treats and savory pot pies, all baked fresh daily in a welcoming little shop.
The savory side is a highlight. Homemade chicken pot pies and quiches, including the Whole 9 quiche, come out flaky and full of flavor, the kind of comfort food that works for breakfast or lunch.
On the sweet side, the pineapple whipped cream pie has a loyal following, and there are chocolate chip cookies, scones, poi banana bread, and pastries to go with your coffee, matcha, or a strawberry matcha.
The cafe is welcoming and inclusive, offering Wi-Fi and plenty of service options, from dine-in to curbside pickup and delivery. Parking is available and the atmosphere is relaxed.
Open 7 AM to 5 PM Monday through Saturday and 9 AM to 5 PM on Sunday, it fits neatly into a North Shore day.
7. Maui Pie, Kihei, HI
Everything gets made fresh on site at this Kihei favorite, and you can taste the difference in the crust. Maui Pie keeps things focused on sweet and savory pies, with cookies, muffins, and a few savory dishes filling out the menu.
The variety is where it shines. Chocolate haupia, key lime, coconut cream, banana cream, and a rotating cast of fruit crumbles like North Shore berry, mango strawberry, and strawberry rhubarb give you plenty to choose from.
Fans of the lilikoi cream and raspberry peach versions tend to become repeat visitors. If you want savory, the chicken pot pie brings the same flaky crust to a hearty filling.
The staff will happily point you toward recommendations if you ask. It is a quick-visit spot with dine-in and takeout, coffee, and free parking.
Hours run 9 AM to 8 PM on weekdays, 11 AM to 8 PM on Saturday, and 1 to 6 PM on Sunday, so plan around the shorter Sunday window.
8. Kauai Kookie Bakery & Kitchen, Kalaheo, HI
Best known for its signature cookies, this Kalaheo bakery quietly turns out some excellent pie too. Kauai Kookie Bakery & Kitchen pairs local plate lunches with a full case of freshly baked treats.
Pie fans have options by the slice or whole. Passion fruit chiffon, sweet potato, apple, and chocolate cream all make appearances, and you can call ahead to grab a frozen lilikoi chiffon pie to take home on the plane.
The kitchen also handles hearty local fare. Loco moco, the Hawaiian plate, chicken katsu moco, and spaghetti with garlic bread keep the menu grounded in comfort food, and there are gift items to browse too.
With long daily hours from 6:30 AM to 8:30 PM, it works for breakfast, lunch, or a late sweet stop. The vibe is casual, cozy, and quiet, with free Wi-Fi, plenty of parking, and fast service.
Mornings and midday tend to be the busiest stretch.
9. Sugar Beach Bake Shop – Kihei, Kihei, HI
Crust that holds its shape right out of the dish is a point of pride here. Sugar Beach Bake Shop, a casual daytime bakery in Kihei, has built a reputation for pies that hold together beautifully from the first slice.
The lilikoi key lime pie is the standout, with the chocolate banana cream running a close second. Coconut cream and classic key lime round out the case, all made with locally sourced ingredients.
Pie is far from the only draw. Fresh malasadas, macaroons, scones, banana bread with streusel, cinnamon rolls, and macadamia nut sticky buns fill the morning menu, along with spam musubi and Hawaiian coffee.
Prices are gentle, often in the single digits per person, which makes stocking up easy. Some visitors buy extra pies to enjoy on the flight home.
Note there is no restroom, and the shop is open Monday through Saturday from 6 AM to 2 PM, closed Sunday. Mornings are busiest, with quieter afternoons.
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