Top Manapua Spots on Oahu

Royal Kitchen – Chinatown’s Baked Manapua Favorite

Location: 100 N Beretania St #175, Honolulu, HI
Best for: Baked manapua with creative fillings

If you love baked manapua, Royal Kitchen is a must-visit. Their buns are golden-brown, slightly sweet, and packed with delicious fillings like:

• Traditional Char Siu
• Curry Chicken
• Portuguese Sausage
• Black Sugar with Coconut

Unlike traditional steamed buns, Royal Kitchen’s baked manapua has a light, bread-like texture that pairs perfectly with their savory and sweet fillings.

Sing Cheong Yuan Bakery – A Chinatown Hidden Gem

Location: 1027 Maunakea St, Honolulu, HI
Best for: A mix of baked and steamed manapua

Tucked in Chinatown, Sing Cheong Yuan Bakery serves both steamed and baked manapua, with traditional and modern flavors like:

• Kalua Pork
• Black Sugar
• Sweet Taro

They’re also known for homemade mochi and Chinese pastries, so grab some extra snacks there.

Island Manapua Factory – A Modern Take on Manapua

Location: 811 Gulick Ave, Honolulu, HI 96819
Best for: Unique fillings and creative flavors

For a modern twist on traditional manapua, check out Island Manapua Factory. Their menu features both classic and fusion flavors, including:

• Char Siu Chicken
• Curry Potato
• Thai Basil Pork

They also serve half-moon dumplings and pork hash, making it a great stop for dim sum lovers.

Bonus Picks

• 7-Eleven Hawaii – Surprisingly good grab-and-go manapua.
• Kwong On in Kaneohe – A small, local spot with delicious steamed buns.
• Daiichi Ramen & Curry is not a bakery, but it serves mini manapua with its ramen dishes.

Whether you love steamed or baked manapua, Oahu has fantastic spots to satisfy your craving. Be sure to arrive early—many of these places sell out fast!