The Local General Store

Name: The Local General Store
Address: 3458 Waialae Ave, Honolulu, Hawaii, 96816, US
Telephone: (808) 777-2431
Price range: $
Rating: 4.7

$ • Bakery, Deli

Hours:
3458 Waialae Ave, Honolulu
(808) 777-2431

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About The Local General Store

The Local General Store is a hidden gem on the island, offering some of the most delicious pastries and best cuts of meat. Co-owned by Harley and Jason, this unique establishment combines a butcher shop and a bakery, providing an array of hand-cut steaks and other meaty goodness. Jason's expertise in animal butchery and Harley's passion for baking results in a diverse menu that includes housemade meats like beef, lamb, and pork, as well as artisanal desserts such as bear claws and guava cream cheese danishes. The butchery focuses on locally sourced, ethically raised meat to support Hawaii's local food system, while the bakery uses locally grown fruits and veggies in their pastries. Visitors often find the meat to be of high quality, with a fresh taste that shows it has not been gased to retain color, and it surpasses some organic or grass-fed options from big stores. The bakery offers flaky, light, and buttery pastries, including the best plain croissant on the island, with crisp, flaky dough and soft insides, and pastries with fillings like mushroom béchamel, gruyere, kabocha pumpkin, and whipped cream. Their breakfast options include a delicious shakshouka with perfectly cooked eggs, and the shop’s quiche is rich and velvety with a flaky crust, often enhanced by sundried tomatoes. The shop also features sandwiches of the day made with housemade bread and fresh meats, such as the roast beef sandwich on focaccia, which is tender and flavorful. For snacks, they have light, full-flavored beef jerky and ready-made foods in the freezer. The store is quaint, clean, and friendly, with quick service that keeps customers returning multiple days for pastries and meats. Customers are advised to arrive early for pastries, as they tend to sell out quickly, making The Local General Store a must-visit spot for quality food and friendly service.