Highest-rated Dessert Shops in the Kahului Area by Diners

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Highest-rated dessert shops in the Kahului area by diners

There's no denying that Americans have a sweet tooth—nearly 41% say they , according to a November 2024 YouGov survey.

One of the most popular desserts to dig into is ice cream. An from May 2024 found that just about all Americans (97%) love or like ice cream. The frozen confection has held a special place in the U.S. since the turn of the 19th century with the invention of insulated ice houses. By the mid-1800s, and sold to the masses. Soon, old-fashioned soda fountains started selling sundaes, milkshakes, and ice cream sodas, becoming a gathering place for young people. Today, more than 150 years later, those dessert options not only remain perennial top choices but also evoke a sense of nostalgia and community.

Over the years, Americans' dessert tastes have led to some other tasty trends, from of the early 2000s thanks to bakeries like Magnolia, Sprinkles, and Crumbs, to the self-serve that followed in the early 2010s via Pinkberry, 16 Handles, and Red Mango. Most recently, the 2020s have seen cookies sweep the nation, with chains like Insomnia and Crumbl stoking childhood memories, , and growing exponentially.

Today's desserts also go far beyond ice cream, cupcakes, and cookies. Many modern dessert shops are redefining the experience by fusing timeless recipes with multicultural flavors, offering creative twists such as matcha-infused cupcakes, horchata ice cream, and Basque cheesecakes that celebrate both tradition and innovation.

To keep up with the ever-evolving dessert trends, compiled a list of the highest-rated dessert shops in the Kahului area based on diners' reviews on as of February 2025. Restaurants tagged as "desserts" on Yelp within a 10-kilometer radius of Kahului were included. As a result, some restaurants featured may primarily serve other food items.

Whether indulging in a time-honored pie or exploring a fusion delight, the world of desserts remains as vibrant and diverse as the communities that enjoy them. Keep reading to see if your favorite spot made the list or to find your next sweet treat!

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#20. Las Pinatas Of Maui

- Rating: 3.5/5 (356 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 395 Dairy Road Ste J Kahului, Hawaii
- Categories: Mexican, Breakfast & Brunch, Desserts
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#19. Maui Manjookies

- Rating: 3.8/5 (52 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 343 Hanamau St. Unit A Kahului, Hawaii
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts
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#18. Double Dipz

- Rating: 4.0/5 (47 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 275 West Kaahumanu Ave. Unit 2B Kahului, Hawaii
- Categories: Desserts, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Shaved Snow
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#17. Maui Cookie Lab - Kahului

- Rating: 4.4/5 (25 reviews)
- Address: 140 Hoohana St. Ste 101 Kahului, Hawaii
- Categories: Desserts, Coffee & Tea, Bakeries
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#16. Hula Cookies & Ice Cream

- Rating: 4.5/5 (227 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 300 Maalaea Road Ste 207 Maalaea, Hawaii
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts, Coffee & Tea
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#15. Sugar Beach Bake Shop

- Rating: 4.5/5 (894 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 61 South Kihei Road Kihei, Hawaii
- Categories: Desserts, Custom Cakes, Cupcakes
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#14. Ula'Ula Cafe

- Rating: 4.7/5 (126 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1765 Kahekili Hwy Wailuku, Hawaii
- Categories: Food Trucks, Desserts
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#13. Point Break Pizza & Panini

- Rating: 4.7/5 (98 reviews)
- Address: 300 Maalaea Road Wailuku, Hawaii
- Categories: Pizza, Desserts, Salad
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#12. Dee's Poi Mochi

- Rating: 4.7/5 (100 reviews)
- Address: 73 South Puunene Ave. Kahului , Hawaii
- Categories: Hawaiian, Desserts, Food Trucks
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#11. Ululani's Hawaiian Shave Ice - Wailuku

- Rating: 4.7/5 (254 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 50 Maui Lani Pkwy Wailuku, Hawaii
- Categories: Desserts, Shaved Ice, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
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#10. Pono Pies

- Rating: 4.7/5 (35 reviews)
- Address: 60 East Wakea Ave. Ste 111 Kahului, Hawaii
- Categories: Desserts
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#9. Luxe Latte

- Rating: 4.7/5 (36 reviews)
- Address: 80 Maalaea Road Wailuku, Hawaii
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Juice Bars & Smoothies, Desserts
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#8. Maui Specialty Chocolates

- Rating: 4.7/5 (387 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 180 East Wakea Ave. Ste East Kahului, Hawaii
- Categories: Desserts, Chocolatiers & Shops
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#7. Ululani's Hawaiian Shave Ice - Kihei

- Rating: 4.8/5 (2500 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 61 South Kihei Road Kihei, Hawaii
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Shaved Ice, Desserts
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