Napoleon's
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A Wahiawa Sweet Spot
Stepping into Napoleon's inside the local Zippy's in Wahiawa feels like a rite of passage for anyone traversing Central Oahu. The air is perpetually heavy with the scent of caramelized sugar and buttery, flaky crusts—a siren song that keeps the plantation town residents coming back daily. While the space is bustling and functional, the focus here remains singular: the classic Napples.
The Art of the Napple
The signature pastry—the Napple—defines this counter. Expect a hefty, golden turnover filled with warm, fruit-forward fillings like apple or haupia. Each bite offers a distinct audible crunch followed by a soft, warm interior. It’s the kind of comfort food that necessitates a pile of napkins, especially since the glaze has a habit of making its presence known on your fingers. Beyond the turnovers, the custard-filled long johns and Malasadas draw a steady stream of locals, particularly on lazy Sunday mornings.
Practical Details for the Central Oahu Traveler
Keep in mind that the parking lot shared with the surrounding complex can get tight during peak meal times, so maneuver carefully when heading toward the counter. It isn't a place for lingering over a long brunch; it is an efficient, high-volume bakery where the turnover is as fast as the pastries themselves. Whether you are heading up to the North Shore or trekking back from a hike in the interior, grabbing a box of assorted pastries here is essentially a local tradition. Don't expect white-glove service; expect reliable, crave-worthy Hawaiian staples that have grounded this community for decades.
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100 N Kamehameha Hwy, Wahiawa, Hawaii, 96786-1827
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Showing 8 of 4 community reviewsTammy KuriharaGoogle Maps
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02/14/2024 Ordered a 1/4 sheet cake online for our 15th Anniversary. The process was simple. Ola, was very helpful, took care of it and the result was a lovely Chantilly Cake I was very happy with. Much Mahalo Ola!!! Picked up a red velvet heart cake and heart doughnuts too 🩷 08/03/2025 Shoyu pork plate is back. Was really good. Meat was tender and flavor was ono. Husband enjoyed the Teri Beef plate too. 04/15/2026 Lemon chicken plate was great. Crispy juicy chicken pieces. Generous lemon sauce cups. 06/04/2026 Ordered the New Thursday Special Guava BBQ chicken plate was delicious. Generous juicy and crispy chicken pieces coated in a yummy guava sauce glaze. Recommend trying it! Service was excellent during my 8:15 pm pickup. Aloha & Mahalo to the nice young man for a job well done!! 😄👍
KimberGoogle Maps
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I shared a mushroom omelette with cheese and a sweet bread french toast with my dad. The service was rough, it took a while to receive our food, and we had to ask two times for ketchup. Great place, it has an old vibe.
T AGoogle Maps
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Absolutely stellar location. Very spacious seating area, you will very likely never have to wait long for a table. The food is outstanding as is the service. All the stereotypical Hawaiian dishes are here, plus many extras. The Saimin large portion is huge and I love the Korean chicken plate. Its hard to go wrong here. My family of 5 ate well here and left full for about $97. We will definitely be back!
Ricochet RabbitGoogle Maps
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Stopped in for the “experience” of zippies, and it was an experience! With a relatively empty restaurant was avoided at the hostess stand with not even a smile or an “I’ll be right with you. Only to walk up to a server and ask for the bathroom code as my husband was waiting to be seated. I was completely ignored with not even a glance. Walked out immediately, Absolutely do not recommend!
Ask AshleyGoogle Maps
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We had great service! The Portuguese soup was delicious... we are going for the bowl next time (the pour cup didn't stand a chance)! So many options...
Joe GastGoogle Maps
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Still has a fast food feel even on the restaurant side...but you always know it will be good
Ayesha MadanGoogle Maps
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Veggie chilli was hearty and filling! They offer crackers if you get the bowl only. Huuuuuuge portions. If you’re not American, split this with your friend. Harley served us and was so great and friendly!
Michiru YamiGoogle Maps
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Probably one of the better places in Wahiawa. Very clean and great service. Has all your Zippy's favorites like Korean fried chicken and Zip Packs and one of the only places with seating that's open late. It's our favorite place for my brother and I to go after a long day. It's right of the main streets so it's easy to find and has plenty of parking too. Occasionally you'll have homeless people sitting in the outdoor seating area but, if your familiar with Wahiawa, (or Oahu in general) that's a fairly common sight but no real cause for concern just thought it was something to note. Overall I'd say it's a pretty good location and convenient with a very friendly staff.
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