Malu

This is such a cute place not just for their delicious soft serve vanilla ice cream but he also serves Kim bap and makes cakes and small desserts. But my all time favorite is their chocolate sauce because it hardens as soon as you get it and breaking through the chocolate shell into the delicious vanilla ice cream is heavenly! The portion is also big for one serving so one is the perfect size! The parking in this area can be a problem though but I've always managed to get parking whenever I went. There's only the owner who is also the server and cashier but he is extremely nice! Service is also great and I loved the Halloween themed cups for the upcoming holiday. I'll be coming back for more ice cream because it's that good! Haven't tried the kimbap yet but I will be soon!

Their cream puffs are really good. I much prefer the Japanese style cream puffs over more local versions like from Lilliha. This cream puff is more similar to kulu kulu or aloha state bakeshop. The chocolate cake wa pretty dry and I won't order it again. The cheesecake was just ok, I've had tastier Japanese cheesecake. Service was fast and polite. There's paid parking in the lot in the plaza or free parking in the Sky Ala Moana second level.

It's always good to see Taka. I've been coming to him for years. Today, he opened the door for us and remembered me after months of being away. I got a new job, so I haven't been around as much. But his quality is as good as ever. Today, all of the items were winners. I think he is getting used to the American palate more. I loved the Halloween decorations, and the bright pick paint always lifts my spirits. Inside the case is the special of the week along with some of the staple items. On the wall is the rest of his menu. If you want, he can make speciality cakes for you. He really is fun to see. I love his hojicha soft serve!

Teeny mega pink shop. Usually it is quiet and peaceful, but the pink is always bright and welcoming. No matter what day you stop by to have a dessert, this place always has something for you (different selections often from the creative chef) and the nice man there who makes everything! Sometimes there are seasonal/themed desserts available too, and you can also order custom cakes for special occasions. I have no pictures of the taiyakis but they were delicious each time. All of the cakes, soft serves, and kimbap are delicious as well! Every bite is flavorful (and not too sweet or overdone). Parking is not the best in that plaza, but it has always been a good time on slow days. I like coming when I'd like a treat to myself.

Met Taka, one of the owners. Super nice guy. We shared the soft vanilla ice cream with half Hojicha and half Black Sesame topping sprinkled with color sprinkles. So yummy! Will return. They also have beautiful cakes!

First time visit. Met the owner Taka. Nice guy. He makes the cakes and goodies here. Ordered the original beef Kimbap, Coffee jello drink, Candied Pear and newly featured Pistachio pie. I parked on Makaloa Street metered parking per yelp tips. 75 cents for 30 minutes.Owner Taka makes the Kimbap when you order it! Great tasting. Coffee jello was a little sweet for me, but still delectable. The pistachio cake and Candied Pear were recommended by owner Taka. Great recommendations!Update: The candied pear was perfectly ripe. However the candied cover was sweet and ended up cutting up my mouth. Maybe a thinner layer? I ended up pulling off the candied cover and ate up the delicious pear.

Where to go after dinner in Honolulu, Hawaii...This is a common question which the Yelp app can answer. I searched for "dessert" and found Malu. I had seen it at the Ke'eaumoku Plaza (the building next to Sam Sung Plaza). It was time to check it out!Because I strongly dislike paying for parking, we parked elsewhere and walked over. Malu is between King of Thai Boat Noodles and next to Wen's Tea. It shares the parking lot with Cafe Gangnam and Kickin' Kajun.Inside, the cozy fuschia-colored shop is ready for Instagram photos. The bright pink decor is quite memorable! There's bench seats with a few tables and chairs for indoor dining.Service was very polite and friendly. My friend asked a lot of questions and the gentleman was so nice. We learned that "Malu" has many meanings. In Hawaiian, it's protection. In other cultures, it's peace or conversation. My friend asked - what's the Korean word for "pink"?The gentleman laughed and said that he didn't know because he's Japanese! LOL!My friends got fancy desserts - a cream puff cookie and a yuzu mousse - and strawberry jelly milk drinks. They really enjoyed the quality and flavors!I can't do dairy, so, I got Kimbap - Korean sushi. It was made fresh - it was delicious! The beef was tender and tasty! The rice was chewy and the takuan was crunchy! Yum!I wouldn't mind returning - especially since Malu stays open until 8pm. Note: closed on Wednesdays

Awesome little cafe! The owner/ chef is incredible! King of multitasker- he bakes, makes coffee, cooks, and makes kimbab- all by himself! We frequent this place so much that it's kinda our happy place. Food is consistent - and service is courteous. Valet parking is available although takes a bit of wait sometimes depending on the time of the day.

We really enjoyed our first time at Malu! Super cute pink interior, lots of selection for wonderful dessert and snacks, sandwiches too!The gentleman was super friendly, and Yelp gives you a free topping on your vanilla soft serve with lots of different options to choose from. Definitely will go back. I really like that the soft serve was not super sweet like American establishments usually serve. This felt good in my tummy! Will go back!

Seriously so good. Matcha sauce and strawberry sauce are incredible. Service is extremely friendly. Not overpriced!!