Our Favorite Local LGBTQIA+-Owned Stores and Eateries
Where to shop and dine local during Hawai‘i’s Pride Month.
Aloha Elixir
Set your intentions with candles, sprays, incense, crystals and more products curated by Keoki Tavares, intention coach and intuitive consultant.
1126 12th Ave., Suite 105, Kaimukī, alohaelixir.com, @alohaelixir
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Photo: Andrea Lee
Anh Chị Em
This Vietnamese-American pop-up bakery serves up traditional treats like banh bo nuong (pandan honeycomb cake) alongside Viet-inspired creations like jasmine tea cake.
Fishcake, 307 Kamani St., Kaka‘ako, occasional pop-ups elsewhere, @anhchiembakery
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Beyond Pastry Studio
Find Filipino-inspired sweet and savory pastries and cakes at this bakery that doubles as an art shop with pieces by local artists for sale.
1067 Alakea St., Downtown, beyondpastrystudio.com, @beyondpastrystudio
SEE ALSO: First Look: Beyond Pastry Studio’s Pastries and Modern Take on Filipino Breads
Photo: Courtesy of Corner Rolls/Emery
The Corner Rolls
Spring rolls take on new flavor dimensions here, stuffed with unconventional ingredients to mimic a breakfast sandwich, cheeseburger, crab rangoon and more.
Farmers markets, cornerrolls.com, @corner.rolls
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The Curb
Known for impeccably brewed coffee and irresistible baked treats, The Curb is one of Kaimukī’s most popular cafés.
3408 Wai‘alae Ave. Suite 103, Kaimukī, thecurbkaimuki.com, @thecurbkaimuki
Photo: Aaron K. Yoshino
Island-Boy Shop
You’ll find everything from thoughtfully curated sunglasses, clothing and leather handbags to candles, ceramics and eclectic hair claws at this artsy boutique.
3464 Wai‘alae Ave., Kaimukī, islandboy.shop, @islandboy.shop
SEE ALSO: The New Island-Boy Boutique Is a Hidden Artsy Oasis in Kaimukī
The Kaimukī Lei Stand
Order lei po‘o and flower arrangements and shop vintage alohawear via private appointment at the owners’ Kaimukī home.
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Kini Zamora
Native Hawaiian designer Kini Zamora of Project Runway fame not only runs his own fashion house but also teaches project-based sewing classes with a focus on the craft’s cultural significance.
99-1132 Iwaena St. #2, ‘Aiea, shopkinizamora.com, @kinizamoraofficial
Manaola Hawai‘i
Known for designing signature prints with ‘ohe kāpala, a traditional stamping technique, Manaola Yap has paved the way for high-end Hawaiian fashion.
Multiple locations, manaolahawaii.com, @manaolahawaii
Pō‘ai by Pono Potions
Enjoy coffee, tea and mocktails made with Pono Potions’ artisan syrups as well as vegan baked goods from ‘Ulu & Kalo Bakery.
1119 Smith St., Chinatown, ponopotions.com, @ponopotions
Photo: Andrea Lee
The Public Pet
Spoil your fur baby with treats, toys and accessories, many locally sourced, and even pick up a little gift for yourself at this local pet shop.
3422 Wai‘alae Ave., Suite 101, Kaimukī, thepublicpet.com, @thepublicpet
Photos: Courtesy of Salvage Public
Salvage Public
The sportswear brand puts out fresh takes of distinctive Native Hawaiian motifs on apparel and accessories, from tees to tote bags.
Multiple locations, salvagepublic.com, @salvagepublic
Photos: Aaron K. Yoshino
Small Kine Gift
Gift shop meets childhood whimsy in a colorful array of stickers, keychains, books, art, snacks and assorted knickknacks.
3424 Wai‘alae Ave., Kaimukī, small.kine.gift, @smallkinegift
SEE ALSO: Charm Abounds at Kaimukī’s Newest Gift Shop, Small Kine Gift
Photo: Melissa Chang
Tali’s Bagels & Schmear
The house-made bagels, bialys, schmears and bagel sandwiches will transport you to New York while the local touches will bring you back to Hawai‘i.
Ward Centre, 1200 Ala Moana Blvd., Suite 15, Kaka‘ako, and 26 Ho’olai St. Suite 500, Kailua, Farm Lovers Pearlridge farmers market on Saturdays, talisbagels.com, @talisbagels
SEE ALSO: Tali’s Bagels Brings a Taste of New York to Honolulu
Andrea Lee is the digital editor of HONOLULU Magazine.
