Kanemitsu's Bakery & Coffee Shop — Restaurant in Molokai

I've been all around the world but have yet to step foot on an island just 7.5 miles away from Maui: The island of Molokai. Some say I'm not missing out on anything, but I disagree. I love to experience new places, from its people, to its beaches, to its eateries. So how did I end up writing a review on the infamous Kanemitsu Bakery? The People Who Clean company of Maui generously donated loaves of bread to healthcare workers on Maui!

THE GOODS: Molokai Enriched Bread (plain, no filling) I've heard about it for ages but never tried it until now. I'm not a "bread person" or fanatic per se, as it's just something that holds other foods together or served as a filler before your entrée. Don't get me wrong as a few have floored me, like that good sourdough which held up my eggs benedict at Kitchen Story (restaurant) in San Francisco.

This sucker is hefty at one whole pound! But cut into it and it's light and fluffy as can be. I asked others how they ate theirs. Some warmed it up then lathered with butter and jelly while others stated that the cream-filled ones are to die for. I simply sliced an end off and spread some strawberry preserve on it. It was good - soft and airy but there was no wow-factor for me. It was just... bread. Perhaps I should've used a more creative topping/preparation or need to have it pre-filled by the bakery (with strawberry, blueberry, butter, crème cheese or cinnamon flavors according to pictures) to knock me off my feet.

OVERALL: While I totally appreciate the 5-star gesture from PWC Hawaii, the Kanemitsu's bread is a...

This has to be one of the worst experiences that I've ever had to deal with ever, in the history of any shop that I've ever been to.

Their main cashier only wants to cater to the local people, even when there isn't anyone else in the place, she works extremely slow, and is very rude. If there was any other place to get some kind of omiyage (souvenirs) then I would.

This will probably be the very last time I ever visit this place.

Their pastries and bread is mediocre at best, it's dry and chewy and it doesn't live up to the hype.

Made a pick up order FOUR DAYS in advance, called the day before to confirm our order, and it wasn't ready for pick up.

The cashier/server was very rude and unhelpful, we have a plane to catch and she moves as slow as molasses.

It's a pain to have to work with her, I wish they would bring someone else in to replace her or help her out. Some younger preferably.

Again, this is the most painful experience I've ever had working with someone in customer service, the absolute worst cashier/server ever.

I WILL NEVER WILLINGLY COME BACK HERE!

Also their prices are wayyyy...

Coming back to Molokai at as an adult with young kids, I had to stop by Kanemitsu Bakery to relive some childhood favorites. This little hole-in-the-wall in Kaunakakai still serves up the kind of food that makes you feel at home.

We had the blueberry pancakes, beef cutlets, and Molokai bread French toast—everything was spot on. The pancakes were fluffy and packed with blueberries, the beef cutlets were crispy and smothered in rich brown gravy, and the Molokai bread French toast was soft, thick, and just the right amount of sweet.

Nothing fancy here—just good, old-school local food that hits the spot. If you’re back home visiting or just looking for a solid meal, Kanemitsu is definitely worth a stop. They close Tuesday and Wednesdays so make sure you go from...