Not sure how to update my other review, but I had another opportunity to visit Brug, but this time around 1015am. There were tons of their special Seal bread. The facial expressions were cute. Had to get two different ones. Hahaha Will be back again for more! Check em out!
Jewelz I.
Not a lot of bakery goods, but simple and the kids love their doughnuts. Can't complain about service as it's minimal interaction, ambiance is clean and simple. My parents love their sliced white bread (loaf).
Jessica T.
I got the mago pastry cup and the curry croquet. THE CURRY CROQUET CHANGED MY LIFE. Unfortunately I live on the mainland and am going to miss those precious balls of deliciousness. Service was quick and it is serve yourself pastry bar, classic asian style.
Jaymie H.
Cutest pastries! Love the chocolate kuma bun and the mochi donuts. They also have amazing seasonal/holiday treats as well.
Stephanie K.
Quality Japanese bread and baked goods. Love both the raisin bread and cranberry cream cheese bread! Young guy working was very personable and offered to hold the bread for me since it was a phone order.
Nadine C.
Baked goods in Aiea, Oahu, Hawaii... My friend and I were walking to our car after lunch at Pearlridge Mall - Uptown, when we passed by BRUG Bakery. I told my friend that there are other locations such as Kahala, Manoa, and two at Ala Moana Center. This location is cozy, but feels more comfortable because it opens up into the hallway of the mall. She was fascinated with these Japanese pastries and got some bread and danishes. I pointed out the cute choco custard bear, but she declined. I was looking for the neko (kitty) bun, but there were none. I described the kuma bread with many little bear faces, but I couldn't find any. When I checked in on my Yelp app, there was an offer for a free pastry with $15 or more purchase... yay! I entered my phone number into the system and got loyalty points! Yippee! It sure pays off to be a loyal customer and get rewarded... especially when service is super helpful and friendly!
Glenn C.
Baked goods are all delicious and the choices are numerous everyday. My favorites are the toast bread and golden bread that is baked daily. You can also place a take out order for the bread and have it ready for you to pick up. The employees are very helpful and friendly.
Takashi H.
Did you know that checking in on Yelp gives you a coupon for a free pastry? Shh! Don't tell anyone. This Brug location is fantastic. I love the selection of pastries here, which is always well stocked in the morning. Craving coffee jelly? Stop by around the weekend to get your fix and save yourself a trip to La Palme D'Or in Alas. This location has local favorites, including a few savory choices that are office favorites (kale thingy and a bunch of spam and hotdog happening). You might need to visit another location if you're seeking out certain tarts and specialty breads. However, this location is definitely the one if you're feeding pals with an affinity for local kine grinds.
Angel H.
Someone had bought me their Christmas Tree pastry from this location during the holidays. I didn't think that I would like it because it looked so overly sweet. Looks can be deceiving. It was actually delicious and not overly sweet at all. It was bread with vanilla filling on the inside. The outside was dipped in chocolate. It had red and green sprinkles on it. I wanted another one, haha The Christmas Tree was taller than my Baby Grogu. I was happy that he got his own tree.
Marisa G.
As you walk in, grab a tray and tongs! Brug is one of my favorite treats to pick up when I'm at Pearlridge! They have so many sweet and savory options to choose from. Sometimes I like to get breakfast or a snack. Some of my favorites are the anpan, choco bear, bacon epi, portugese sausage egg bun, and sausage roll. Their moo bread is also very good! They also have monthly specials that I like to try... they're usually all really good. I wish they'd keep some of them as a regular. The owners and staff are so nice and friendly and they make you feel welcomed :)
Bringing some of the touches it has with Japanese baked goods... You can count on Brug for some yummy and unique pastries along with variety loaves of bread as their layout makes it easy to browse without any pressure as they're all displayed on racks with prices and description clearly on each item which you're able to pick out on your own and since covid it has changed to having each pre-packed so there's less stress on the handling. What I do love is their specials they present for every holiday/event and with that it's presented front and center of the shop and you can hear the ooohhs and wow from anyone that sees them. This Pearlridge location is a bit smaller than the Ala Moana Lanai location but still provides all the yummy sweet treats without the long drive making it very nice and convenient. Though the staff I must say are a bit frigid without a look or greeting as I circled around to see all the items they had and did have a few items that I've chosen and held it without thinking of using the trays since it was a small place as there was a family surrounding the area I kinda felt a bit frustrated as well and decided not to get anything here. Thank you!
Piper H.
My absolute favorite place to get the little pudding filled bread bears. They're so cute!
Jojo M.
I enjoy the milk bread loafs, tuna bombs, and sausages in buns from BRUG. They are always consistent, and they use quality ingredients which is why their pastries are expensive. Con is that this location is tiny and busy since it's in Pearlridge mall and they seem to always run out of pastries when I go and the workers aren't very nice. I would rather go to the BRUGs at Ala Moana even though the spaces are small too, they always seem to have the load of pastries and service is better and faster.
Hope S.
Check in on Yelp for a free bread/pastry!! Go early for the most selection. Favorites are the spinach and cheese, eggplant croissant, chocolate croissant and many more! Conveniently located in pearlridge next to taste tea and tj maxx. This is a great snack or breakfast! Husband and I have been eating here for years and quality is always consistently delicious.
Jo M.
My favorites are their A Pans and Choco Bears, blueberry cream cheese muffins & curry croquettes.
Not sure how to update my other review, but I had another opportunity to visit Brug, but this time around 1015am. There were tons of their special Seal bread. The facial expressions were cute. Had to get two different ones. Hahaha Will be back again for more! Check em out!
Not a lot of bakery goods, but simple and the kids love their doughnuts. Can't complain about service as it's minimal interaction, ambiance is clean and simple. My parents love their sliced white bread (loaf).
I got the mago pastry cup and the curry croquet. THE CURRY CROQUET CHANGED MY LIFE. Unfortunately I live on the mainland and am going to miss those precious balls of deliciousness. Service was quick and it is serve yourself pastry bar, classic asian style.
Cutest pastries! Love the chocolate kuma bun and the mochi donuts. They also have amazing seasonal/holiday treats as well.
Quality Japanese bread and baked goods. Love both the raisin bread and cranberry cream cheese bread! Young guy working was very personable and offered to hold the bread for me since it was a phone order.
Baked goods in Aiea, Oahu, Hawaii... My friend and I were walking to our car after lunch at Pearlridge Mall - Uptown, when we passed by BRUG Bakery. I told my friend that there are other locations such as Kahala, Manoa, and two at Ala Moana Center. This location is cozy, but feels more comfortable because it opens up into the hallway of the mall. She was fascinated with these Japanese pastries and got some bread and danishes. I pointed out the cute choco custard bear, but she declined. I was looking for the neko (kitty) bun, but there were none. I described the kuma bread with many little bear faces, but I couldn't find any. When I checked in on my Yelp app, there was an offer for a free pastry with $15 or more purchase... yay! I entered my phone number into the system and got loyalty points! Yippee! It sure pays off to be a loyal customer and get rewarded... especially when service is super helpful and friendly!
Baked goods are all delicious and the choices are numerous everyday. My favorites are the toast bread and golden bread that is baked daily. You can also place a take out order for the bread and have it ready for you to pick up. The employees are very helpful and friendly.
Did you know that checking in on Yelp gives you a coupon for a free pastry? Shh! Don't tell anyone. This Brug location is fantastic. I love the selection of pastries here, which is always well stocked in the morning. Craving coffee jelly? Stop by around the weekend to get your fix and save yourself a trip to La Palme D'Or in Alas. This location has local favorites, including a few savory choices that are office favorites (kale thingy and a bunch of spam and hotdog happening). You might need to visit another location if you're seeking out certain tarts and specialty breads. However, this location is definitely the one if you're feeding pals with an affinity for local kine grinds.
Someone had bought me their Christmas Tree pastry from this location during the holidays. I didn't think that I would like it because it looked so overly sweet. Looks can be deceiving. It was actually delicious and not overly sweet at all. It was bread with vanilla filling on the inside. The outside was dipped in chocolate. It had red and green sprinkles on it. I wanted another one, haha The Christmas Tree was taller than my Baby Grogu. I was happy that he got his own tree.
As you walk in, grab a tray and tongs! Brug is one of my favorite treats to pick up when I'm at Pearlridge! They have so many sweet and savory options to choose from. Sometimes I like to get breakfast or a snack. Some of my favorites are the anpan, choco bear, bacon epi, portugese sausage egg bun, and sausage roll. Their moo bread is also very good! They also have monthly specials that I like to try... they're usually all really good. I wish they'd keep some of them as a regular. The owners and staff are so nice and friendly and they make you feel welcomed :)
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Bringing some of the touches it has with Japanese baked goods... You can count on Brug for some yummy and unique pastries along with variety loaves of bread as their layout makes it easy to browse without any pressure as they're all displayed on racks with prices and description clearly on each item which you're able to pick out on your own and since covid it has changed to having each pre-packed so there's less stress on the handling. What I do love is their specials they present for every holiday/event and with that it's presented front and center of the shop and you can hear the ooohhs and wow from anyone that sees them. This Pearlridge location is a bit smaller than the Ala Moana Lanai location but still provides all the yummy sweet treats without the long drive making it very nice and convenient. Though the staff I must say are a bit frigid without a look or greeting as I circled around to see all the items they had and did have a few items that I've chosen and held it without thinking of using the trays since it was a small place as there was a family surrounding the area I kinda felt a bit frustrated as well and decided not to get anything here. Thank you!
My absolute favorite place to get the little pudding filled bread bears. They're so cute!
I enjoy the milk bread loafs, tuna bombs, and sausages in buns from BRUG. They are always consistent, and they use quality ingredients which is why their pastries are expensive. Con is that this location is tiny and busy since it's in Pearlridge mall and they seem to always run out of pastries when I go and the workers aren't very nice. I would rather go to the BRUGs at Ala Moana even though the spaces are small too, they always seem to have the load of pastries and service is better and faster.
Check in on Yelp for a free bread/pastry!! Go early for the most selection. Favorites are the spinach and cheese, eggplant croissant, chocolate croissant and many more! Conveniently located in pearlridge next to taste tea and tj maxx. This is a great snack or breakfast! Husband and I have been eating here for years and quality is always consistently delicious.
My favorites are their A Pans and Choco Bears, blueberry cream cheese muffins & curry croquettes.