🌺 Made fresh daily in Waipahu, Oahu

Big Flavor. Island Heart.

Fresh manapua, handmade dumplings, and island comfort food, served with aloha. Big portions. No regrets.

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Loved by locals
Fresh dim sum and jiandui from Aloha Island Manapua
The data

What customers love most

Tallied from public Google reviews. Spoiler: the manapua wins, every time.

Most-mentioned dishes

How often each dish shows up in customer reviews.

  • Char Siu Manapua28 mentions
  • Fried Manapua24 mentions
  • Haupia (Coconut)19 mentions
  • Ube Manapua17 mentions
  • Pork Hash Dim Sum14 mentions
  • Bento Boxes12 mentions

Rating breakdown

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Google rating
  • 5 β˜…
    78%
  • 4 β˜…
    14%
  • 3 β˜…
    5%
  • 2 β˜…
    2%
  • 1 β˜…
    1%

Based on a sample of public Google reviews. Your mileage may vary, but the haupia is universal.

Featured

Made fresh. Packed with flavor.

Always satisfying. Always made by hand. Tap any item to order, or try them all.

Why people keep coming back

Why Locals Keep Coming Back

Real food, real flavor, real prices. We keep it simple, and we keep it good.

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Honest Pricing

We believe in fairness, when we can lower prices, we do.

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Generous Portions

Loaded with filling. One meal might turn into two.

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Friendly Service

You're not just a customer, you're ohana.

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Unique Options

Steamed or deep-fried manapua? Your choice.

By the numbers

A little aloha goes a long way

Real numbers from real customers. We're proud of every one.

0.0 / 5
Google Rating
From hundreds of reviews
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Manapua Flavors
Savory and sweet
0 hrs
Open Daily
6 AM to 7 PM
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Happy Κ»Ohana
Locals and visitors fed
How it works

Order in three easy steps

No app, no hassle. Pick what you want, customize it, and we'll have it hot and ready.

01

Browse the menu

Tap any item to see sizes, sauces, and add-ons.

02

Build your order

Add to cart, customize each item just the way you like.

03

Pick up & enjoy

We'll have it hot and ready when you arrive. Easy.

Build-your-own bentos from Aloha Island Manapua
Our Story

Good food. Good people. No shortcuts.

Aloha Island Manapua was built on a simple idea: serve great food, treat people right, and keep it real.

No shortcuts. No gimmicks. Just honest food made with care, and portions that actually fill you up.

Whether it's your first visit or your fiftieth, you'll always get the same thing: good food and a warm welcome.

Catering trays of jiandui and manapua
Catering

Feeding a crowd? We got you.

From office lunches to graduations and luaus, fresh trays of manapua, dim sum, and plate lunches your guests will actually remember.

  • Custom trays for any group size
  • 48-hour notice preferred
  • Pickup or local delivery available
From the ohana

What people are saying

Real reviews from real customers on Google.

β€œToday I tried the lunch with two main dishes for $14.95 and they really give you a lot. I had enough for lunch and saved the rest for dinner. The staff was super helpful and friendly.”
- Sang "JohnLee" Moon
Local Guide Β· 263 reviews
β€œHonolulu Kitchen is hands down one of the best spots for delicious food and amazing hospitality! From the moment you walk in, the staff makes you feel incredibly welcome.”
- Mike Reyes
Local Guide Β· 59 reviews
β€œWhenever I have meetings on the Leeward side, I always swing by for the fried manapua! They go by Aloha Island Manapua now, but the fried manapua is still the move, and the baked manapua and dim sum are SO GOOD. Their bento is also super solid.”
- Merrissa Brechtel
β€œThe only place I've ever felt the need to write a review for. Truly amazing and at a great price. It's my favorite, so I've tried a lot. Their haupia and fried spinach-mozzarella manapua are downright addictive.”
- Grace Folta
β€œIf you're craving manapua, head here, they're all delicious. Tons of options whether you like them steamed or baked, and every flavor lands. From classic pork to more creative ones.”
- Jordan R
β€œJust when I thought there were no more hidden gems on O'ahu! This place should have a line out the door. So many manapua, so little time! Great service, great prices, and so tasty. They even threw in a few things to try.”
- Sadie RΓΆckins
Local Guide Β· 58 reviews
β€œManapuas here are always a real treat! The buns are soft and fluffy, packed with delicious fillings that taste fresh every time. You can really tell they put love into it!”
- Johnathon Kiriakos
β€œGreat spot for steamed and fried buns. Tons of tasty savory and sweet options. Favorites were the spicy pork, kalua, crab cream cheese, and ube. Staff was kind and helpful, I'll definitely be back.”
- Alex B
Local Guide Β· 160 reviews
β€œStopped in right after our flight landed. People were coming in and out, which is usually a good sign that locals love the food. Grabbed a few bento boxes, really hit the spot.”
- Kayla Treutle
Local Guide Β· 160 reviews
β€œRight off the plane and needed to find something open at 6 a.m., this hit the spot. The bento boxes were good, but the manapua were excellent. Aloha!”
- Scott D
Local Guide Β· 37 reviews
β€œThe appetizing smell of fresh Asian food hits you like a warm breeze the moment you walk in. Highly recommend the steamed buns, especially if you want a delicious, affordable, and filling takeout meal.”
- Heidi LeBaron Garn
Local Guide Β· 14 reviews
β€œGreat mini manapua! Perfect size and not just bread like at some places. Most are made to order. I grabbed the steamed char siu since I was in a hurry, and got extras for friends from out of town.”
- Sandra Matsumoto
Local Guide Β· 159 reviews
β€œVisited for the first time with my family today. After such great reviews, I had to come check it out myself. The owner welcomed us so warmly. The food hit every craving and we'll definitely be back.”
- M L
Local Guide Β· 24 reviews
β€œIf you're driving through the area you absolutely have to stop here for the manapua. The steamed manapua is delicious, easy 5 stars from me.”
- M "M" R
Local Guide Β· 27 reviews
β€œUncle Steve is just the sweetest! Super friendly and happy to answer any question. A real passionate guy who loves what he does.”
- Jennifer Nguyen
Local Guide Β· 65 reviews
β€œIt looked like a popular shop, customers came in one after another. While I was waiting in line for Mini Manapua, the owner suddenly handed me a sample. So kind, and so good.”
- MARI
Local Guide Β· 29 reviews
β€œSmall local spot worth supporting. Owners are friendly, the buns come out hot, and the prices are honest. Exactly the kind of neighborhood place every island needs.”
- Titus Lam
Local Guide Β· 25 reviews
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Come Visit Us

Hot manapua. Warm welcome.

Stop in for lunch, grab a plate to go, or call ahead, we've got you, ohana.

  • Address
    94-861 Farrington Hwy, Waipahu, HI
  • Phone
    808-671-5241
  • Hours
    Open daily 6am – 7pm