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Kuhio Grille
84/100 (1186 ratings)
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"Great little restaurant in Hilo serving Hawaiian food. I had a combo of their laulau (meat cooked to perfection in a ball of taro leaves) and fried..."
John Bye
"Cool spot in Hilo! Family run restaurant with rich history. Grandparents were kalo (taro) farmers who came from Japan to Hawaii. The family started..."
Yonathan Mickelsen
"Great place to eat. Decent prices. Atmosphere could use some work. Would recommend to..."
don b
"We were seated pretty quickly even though it was a busy lunch hour. The nice waitress helped me order when I was being indecisive about which of the..."
Jeff D.
"First time eating laulau, and I think I found my new favorite food! My son and I split a laulau with fried rice because we weren't starving, but we..."
Kim Everson
"I was there last week and had the chicken cutlet and the laulau. Very delicious tho a bit salty for me. As I understand laulau is suppose to be..."
Shahbaz Salehi
"Laulau combo is really good. Very generous portions. Staff is super friendly. Restaurant is kept clean. That's important to me while enjoying a..."
Marco Murillo
"Can’t beat the prices. Large portions. Seems to be a lot of locals eating here. I had a loco - without gravy. I’m sure they were shocked to their..."
David Massey
"Wanted a good Mac salad and this place did not disappoint with their addition of potatoes to make a mac/potatoe salad combo. I got the Shrimp plate..."
Reneé Davidson
"Pretty good food, won't disappoint if you're hungry. It's more home diner than it is gourmet. Anything with gravy is a bit homogenized so have it on..."
Magical Pancake
"This is definitely a no frills local spot. Food is good, traditional Hawaiian fare with generous servings. I had the combination plate with teriyaki..."
Diana
"5/5 Value - Giant portion sizes! 4/5 Lau Lau was flavourful and braised very well. 3/5 Fried rice, was a bit bland and not enough “wok hei”. 3/5..."
Cyn Thia
"Great portion sizes at good value prices in this Hawaiian restaurant. Definitely get the laulau while you’re here, and accompany it with the fried..."
Rovik Robert
"Not busy when I came, was seated fast, and staff were friendly. I enjoyed the kanak atak. I liked the fried rice and the luau meat. I asked for a..."
Carrigail Abanes
"Friendly staff with speedy service. Let me preface this and say that I cannot comment on the food too much because maybe my Californian taste is..."
Afshar Hassani
"Staff was great! We had a party of 5 and was quickly seated. Tried the famous lau lau and it was sooo yummy! Try the Kanak attack plate. You won't..."
AJ Silao
Ken's House Of Pancakes
83/100 (8631 ratings)
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"The turkey burger is to die for. Their portions are amazing and the meal is prepared fresh. Had a hearty dinner. Would recommend to everyone visiting..."
Karman Khanna
"Kens is a great place to eat in Hilo. Open 24 hours a day, they have an extensive menu from pancakes to ox tail. I personally had the loco moco,..."
Stefan Fonseca
"The is the perfect confort food type of restaurant with a menu that will keep you choosing for days. I had the Hombre omelette filled with green..."
Rican Diva
"Food was oily last time but the customer service was fast and friendly. I also liked the environment where you fell the aloha and spirit of hawaii...."
Loco
"I loved the macadamia pancakes, they were extremely soft and fluffy and the whipped butter was seasoned with salt so the savouriness accompanied the..."
Annie Nguyen
"Old school diner setting that you'd see in movies! Service was friendly, the serving sizes were massive. I got an omelet which comes with pancakes as..."
Will Eat Yum
"LOVED their omelette. Loco moco was...alright. Busy restaurant with lots of variety on their menu so can't be good at everything. Our waitress was so..."
Esdub
"We loved Ken's. Went there twice in our 5 day stay in Hilo. Overall impressed with breakfast and dinner. The omelette was a good choice, absolutely..."
Karley Fischer
"Mm pancakes. They have a huge menu. Took us a while to decide but we ended up getting pancakes and a burger + fries + salad. Very happy with our..."
Miss Jo Jo
"The crab cake eggs Benedict is so good. Service is excellent, food is delicious, if recommend this place to..."
Elizabeth M Russell
"Went to this place for breakfast I got the bananas foster French toast which was amazing and my husband got eggs Benedict which was pretty standard..."
Amanda Nguyen
"OUTSTANDING BREAKFAST ITEMS. The Homemade corn beef is to die for. Outstanding..."
Rodger Hall
"Breakfast must-have. This place is always full and portions are more then generous. We are going to stay in Kona next time but my husband already..."
Kateryna
"Eat here!. This was our first meal in Hawaii and it was great! I had Vietnamese coffee and coconut pancakes, which came with a syrup spinner carrying..."
Meleighsa
"Classic!. This place is a institution....great food, lot of history on the walls. If you go to Hilo, go to..."
Mike G
"Yuuummmmmm. Coconut pancakes with coconut syrup?? Yes,..."
Amanda Burgard
"Big Food & Great Prices!. After several hours of touring from Kona to Hilo, it was time for food, and we came across Ken's House Of Pancakes. What a..."
TestDrive Dude
"Awesome of you can stop by! Daily specials to keep it interesting, and many regular choices to choose from. Coconut syrup is the best on the..."
Adam Graebner
"Classic Diner. Everyone in Hilo has eaten at Ken's. It's an institution. Massive menu and excellent service. It is not gourmet dinning. The helpings..."
Cassandra And Bill
"If you like pancakes drop in. Had pancakes for breakfast it was yummy I am not a big pancake fan but these were as good as it gets for me love the..."
Critic
"Vast menu, good service. The menu here just keeps going!This is not fine dining, but hopefully you wouldn't have been expecting a gourmet..."
Alice R
"YUM!. A great family restaurant. Very busy but friendly vibes and staff and really great food especially for tourists. Homemade coconut syrup,..."
Sweet Tea Mama
"Loved the ox tail stew and the corned beef loco..."
Hari
"Food was good! Finally food on the Big Island worth eating! I loved the Pig Sandwich... Good flavor on the sauce. Wife had BBQ Burger....good flavor..."
Andy Hollerman
"Pancakes!. This place is awesome! every time i am in hilo i go eat there. I love the beef stew, but the pancakes are..."
Serana
"We had breakfast and lunch there. Lunch was good and the breakfast was outstanding, menu was loaded with so many choices. Service was outstanding..."
Ron
"I had their chicken & long rice soup, very comforting and delicious. My hubs had one of their most seller turkey sandwich (has 2 smiley faces in the..."
Amanda Ace
"Great place to refuel after a volcano tour! Quick service, great selection depending on your craving. If you like local diners, Ken's is..."
Ann
"HUGE variety of dishes to.... HUGE menu and a long list variety of dishes to choose from! Hard to pick what you want to try first. I enjoyed the spam..."
Tayleb
"Great food, open late. They have everything that you could ever want 24/7. From saimin (which was absolutely delicious) to honey stung fried chicken,..."
Nikeheart
"A grrrrrrreat variety of food. I loooove da house of pankakes ••..."
Ea
"To appreciate Ken's in Hilo, you have to love a good diner. If diner fare is not your style, you probably won't be impressed by Ken's offerings, but..."
Roger
"We took a 10 day vacation on the Big Island of Hawaii from May 12-21, 2010. I had plotted out a bunch of restaurants to visit while we were there..."
Cat
"...today I got me some delicious macadamia nut pancakes. We drove into Hilo early so we could hit Ken's and I could satisfy this very specific, very..."
Dan Garlington
"Nelson @ Hilo: Coconut pancakes in Hawaii? Hell yeah! These are called Kokonut pancakes, shredded coconut in the batter with kokonut syrup. So there..."
BiteMe
"This place is amazing. When you get out, you feel happy. Staff is very kind and enthusiastic, especially a cheerful, colorful lady named John-nee..."
Giulia
"This place is a MUST visit when you're in Hilo - a uniquely Hawaiian take on the increasingly rare classic American diner. It's got the lot -..."
Andrew Johnson (AJ)
"Incredible atmosphere and food. The sweet bread French toast with rum syrup is great. The Portuguese sausage is delicious, and the omelets are huge...."
Peter Bonilla
"I LOVED this place! I loved the atmosphere! It's a super cute diner to go to, and their food was great! I ordered their strawberry pancakes with..."
Blue Star
"This place has breakfast all day and for good reason! Their pancakes are excellent and their scrambled eggs and hash browns were too. The eggs..."
Brian DiGiorgio Zanger
"Super unique place for brunch! Local vibes and magical homey vibes. The food was immaculate. I got the corned beef hash loco moco and pancakes with..."
Yonathan Mickelsen
"Was a great meal, lots of traditional Hawaiian dishes to choose from. Fast seating and service with a smile. Food was excellent. I especially enjoyed..."
David Seltzer
"From the outside this place may not look like much. Pay attention to how many cars are in the parking lot. We got there as they opened and it..."
Jeff Downing
"The place is okay, try it if you're in the area. The service is great. The staff is very friendly, welcoming, and helpful. The place is a diner, with..."
The Melf
"Local vibes at this diner with breakfast served all day. I had the corned beef hash loco Moco and my husband had the banana Mac waffle. All very..."
Susan Gates
"If you Smelllllllllll, what the Rock is cookin? Huge platters of food at huge prices. I tried the oxtail soup which was $25. Meat was tender and..."
Will Glenn
"Kens is just good old fashioned comfort food. Diners like Kens really don’t exist anymore. The atmosphere, staff, and food are all top notch. We..."
Jim Stirling
"Hands down the best place for breakfast in the area. The mac nut pancakes are outta this world. Also the khop breakfast sandwich is one of the best I..."
April Lee Uzarski
"Really good local spot for good food and awesome, friendly, welcoming service. Very popular spot. 👌🏽 would..."
Rachel Arias - Tripp III
"The birthday pancakes were good! I wouldn't have ordered french toast if I knew I would be getting that. 5/5 Crab cake..."
Rose Carmichael
"LOVED this place. Service was great, the restaurant had a fun atmosphere and the food was so good! We just got your classic breakfast but this is fun..."
Alicia Pope
"Great place if your looking for a tasty meal while in Hilo. The food and service were excellent. The atmosphere is not fancy but very relaxed. I..."
Kenneth Ventura
"We've had breakfast and lunch at this place several times, and our favorite dish is pancakes.They come with a delicious coconuts syrup that really..."
Judy Li
Saucy Dogs
83/100 (512 ratings)
Quick Bites
American
Fast food
Fast Food
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Pork
Fast food
American
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Really good and creative hot dog place. Love that they have vegetarian and vegan options. Service was very friendly and welcoming. Would highly..."
Rachel Arias - Tripp III
"Saucy dogs throws it down. So many options from vegan dogs ability to customize. Gluten free buns are no longer available, but they make it delicious..."
Grace Morency
"The elevated hot dog, for sure! I really enjoyed the variety of hot dogs they offer. I had the Aloha Dog and the Spicy Delight. Both were delicious,..."
Glen G
"If you're looking for local food, this is the place to go. You can get a very delicious hot dog for a reasonable price. The bread is especially soft..."
Jinseung Kim
"Saucy Dogs serves up some tasty South Island dawgs. Soft bun, choice of weiner, and either pre-made fixins or choose your own. It was the first time..."
Christina Chan
"Love their hot dog creations. Super friendly fun and real staff. Aloha spirit is unmatched here. Store is super clean. Each variety is different and..."
bboi william
"We love it on our first visit! Aloha Dog is popular one! We tried to taste this Aloha Dog. My gods! So sweet and spicy condiments! We actually ate..."
Thomas Liftee
"Fun, unique, family friendly build your own hot dog experience. Short lunchtime hours so always check to make sure if it is open if you plan to stop..."
Glory N
"The Chicago veggie dog was very good. The veggie dog had the consistency of a normal dog which I totally appreciated. My husband had the chili bowl..."
Shelby Watson
"Been here a couple of times. There is not a lot of space-more of a walk up and take the food to-go place but worth it. The Aloha dog is my..."
Caitlyn B.
"Saucy dogs are just that saucy ! Toppings galore with tasty hot dogs in the middle. Messy - yes. Tasty - heck yes. If you need a quick bite while..."
Brock Rowlands
"Amazing, unlike any dog you've had before. They just started making their own buns 6 months ago and they are wonderful, similar taste to a sweet..."
Adamme Kearney
"Staff was friendly food was fast and delicious not a big Hotdog fan but my girlfriend had to have a chilli dog Safe to say we will be back change my..."
Lorraine Mitchell
"I had a Veggie Chicago Dog and it was pretty good. The combination of toppings worked really well together. The chili peppers had the right amount of..."
Dushyant Maheshwary
"Love this place! Aloha dogs are delicious! Great value. Cute hotdog gummies. Kind and friendly service..."
Maggie M
"Best hot dog on the planet. Super friendly!..."
Gregory Kalenian
"My hubby tried the Aloha Dog and it was Love...they make their own bread for the buns and offer a wide variety of hot dogs ...Very affordable @ great..."
Anita Papke
"Very good hot dogs! Cost $8.50 each. Just hot dogs here, several different types of Hawaiian style..."
Tom
"The Mac n cheese dog with Portuguese sausage was incredible! The Mac n cheese tasted amazing on its own and the Portuguese sausage was also really..."
stan yu
Jackie Rey's Ohana Grill Hilo
83/100 (2553 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Bar
Hawaiian
Seafood
Vegetarian Friendly
American
Healthy
Hawaiian
Healthy
Vegan Options
Seafood
American
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Crab Cake
Baby Back Ribs
Chowder
Fish & chips
Cheesecake
Shrimp
Cakes
Pesto
Fish & Chips
Lamb
Fish
Tapas
Pork
Fish Taco
Lobster
Tacos
Ribs
Pasta
Prawns
Salad
Clam Chowder
Crab
Surf And Turf
Scallops
Hummus
Tuna
Burger
Cheesecakes
Gelato
Sit down
American
Bar
Healthy
Seafood
Hawaiian
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Reservations
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Seating
Street Parking
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Discover
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Mid-range
"Amazing everything! The service was exceptional, the food was excellent and the place was beautiful. We arrived a bit earlier than our reservation..."
Tara Hashemi
"Great place and attentive staff. A little pricey but I guess you pay for the nice ambiance and healthy options. We tried the club med salad, fish and..."
Sb Rekab
"I feel you can’t go wrong in what you order here! The kitchen delivers spot on flavors and all cooked to order. Enjoyed the lobster ravioli..."
Larry Hansen
"This was our first time at Jackie Rey’s and we will be back! The service was great. I made a reservation a few days ahead and received a text..."
Taylor Tilini
"Went here for an anniversary dinner, and food and cocktails were good. It was a bit pricey, but we enjoyed it. Seems to be a very popular spot for..."
Rachel Arias - Tripp III
"Ate there on 9/27 soon after they opened. GREAT food and service. The greeter at the front door wasn’t very personable and kind of rude. Did we..."
Vicky S
"Excellent food choices, flavor, and presentation. I had the hawaiian prawns with ravioli, which was amazingly tasty. The pasta was thin and not chewy..."
Lori Carson
"Amazing seafood in Hilo. Stopped here after viewing Kilauea and my wife and I really enjoyed it. Best restaurant in Hawaii! We both had seafood..."
Jerry McGinnis
"Happy Hour 4pm to 5om daily. Here are the secrets; 1) make a reservation, arrive at 4pm 2) park on the one way street 1 block up. Parking is free..."
Walter Garff
"We really enjoyed this place in Hilo. It wasn't too far to go after visiting the volcano, you can make a day trip out of it if you're staying on the..."
David Smith
Hilo Bay Cafe
83/100 (5603 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Sushi
Vegetarian Friendly
Contemporary
Fusion
Vegan Options
American
Sushi
American
Fusion
Contemporary
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Fish
Sashimi
Crab Cake
Pork
Cheesecake
Shrimp
Fish & Chips
Beef
Tapas
Fish Taco
Tacos
Lobster
Ribs
Eggplant
Curry
Pasta
Salad
Fish & chips
Polenta
Crab
Scallops
Tuna
Burger
Cakes
Salmon
Hamburgers
Pesto
Sit down
American
Sushi
Contemporary
Fusion
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Seating
Accepts American Express
Table Service
Accepts Discover
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
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Lunch
Mid-range
"Awesome place. Plan and make a reservation if your a large party. Sat with a party of 6. Got food in a timely manner with no issues.Came around..."
jacob lozano
"Great location near a beautiful park with great views of the ocean. Gorgeous decor and excellent food. Temperature was a bit warm as all windows..."
michael hiransomboon (mikehiranphotography)
"Made a reservation but came earlier and they were able to seat us within 20 minutes. 4/5 Moku Ola Iced Tea - really strong 5/5 French Onion Soup 5/5..."
Rose Carmichael
"Good food and views. I was hoping to sit outside for a better view, but got sat at the bar instead...oh well. Food and service where both..."
Jennifer Schworm
"Great food and great view of the bay. Staff were super friendly. Decent prices for the quality of..."
Jack
"Clean and modern restaurant with friendly staff and delicious food. We sat at the bar and one of the bartenders (Anthony, if I heard correctly) took..."
Alexander Lombardo
"Amazing views of Hilo Bay paired with great food. Come early if you want to sit on the open deck. We particularly loved the inventive rolls, but..."
Michael Ong
"Nice sea view and Hilo downtown view. Good food and beverages. Friendly staff...."
P. Meesakul
"Great views, friendly customer staff, and gourmet style food preparation. Prices are on the higher end of dining, but a great date or anniversary..."
Will Glenn
"Great place for sunset dinner, and the food is amazing- top quality fine dining. The staff is very friendly and the atmosphere is bright and..."
Casey Elliott
Restaurant Osaka
82/100 (233 ratings)
Restaurants
Japanese
Korean
American
Japanese
American
Korean
Dinner
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Sit down
American
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Seating
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"I was impressed by low prices for such excellent food. The atmosphere is open and comfortable. The service was prompt and pleasant despite it being..."
Wile Beatty
"If you want a place that makes you feel like family come here. It is a smaller restaurant and fills up fast at times. It has Japanese/Korean/American..."
S Gomez
"The food portions are huge!! Everything here was so delicious. We came for lunch but had enough leftovers for dinner.. Service was still great and..."
Evening Star
"Best fried rice I've ever tasted! Must've been an extra good batch. The complexity of tastes was a sensational overload. The Korean chicken was very..."
Jacob Harlow
"Stopped in for a bite. Not too busy. Sat down right away and ordered Katsudon and some appetizers. Food came out quick enough. Sooo tasty! Enjoyed it..."
Richard Ramirez
"We went on a Wednesday night about 6pm. We were seated quickly and served immediately. Food was top notch 👌 I got the Katsu Combo. They have..."
K Yamada
"Wonderful wait staff and delicious authentic Korean and Japanese food. I enjoyed the tea, miso, and vegetable plate that came with my meal. The..."
Melissa H
"The server was nice and answered all of our questions about the menu. She suggested some good stuff, I enjoyed the Spicy Pork Stir..."
Matthew G
"Quick, friendly service. Huge portions and affordable..."
Melanie Boehm
"The menu is very extensive and full of many local dishes I've grown up eating here is Hawai'i! I especially loved the ginger pork, tempura and of..."
Hali'a Kahalewai
"My wife and I had a terrific meal here. Their japanese plate ginger pork and fish special were both top notch. Every item was delicious. Quick..."
Anthony Del Balso
"Restaurant employees are not responsible for maintaining the..."
Leesha Harvey
"Absolutely loved this place. The chicken katsu was great, large portions, great service, tasty..."
Taylor Mohica
"Got introduced to this special little restaurant by a friend. Their specialty is Japanese and Korean cuisine which is unique. While my visit there,..."
Ryan Tanino
"Very good food. If you like saimin this is the place. I had with egg. They also serve Korean and local favorites. Food this good there is no need for..."
James Davila
"Great portions, very homey, one of my favorite places in..."
Sebastian “moquito64” Blanchette
Makani's Magic Pineapple Shack
82/100 (1215 ratings)
Quick Bites
Restaurants
Contemporary
American
Cafe
Contemporary
Hawaiian
Vegan Options
Cafe
Hawaiian
American
Vegan Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Juice & Smoothies
Juice & Smoothies
Ice Cream
Acai Bowls
Sandwiches
Sit down
Hawaiian
American
Contemporary
Café
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Street Parking
Seating
Accepts Discover
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Mid-range
"Great place to grab a yummy smoothie or açaí bowl. The freshest fruit and quick service. Will definitely..."
firemedic726
"This was a fun little shop to get something cool and refreshing on a warm afternoon. The staff was friendly and fun to interact with. Lots of good..."
Jeff Downing
"Loved ube soft serve the best, tried passionfruit topped with fresh pineapple it was so refreshing. The bowl was almost too cute to..."
Nicole Blackwell
"Best açaí bowl I’ve ever had. I tried so many açaí bowls on the big island and in Kauai and this one was by far my favorite. The consistency..."
Kelsey McCabe
"We stumbled upon Makani’s for an early/easy lunch our first day in town. The food was delicious and the service was amazingly fast, considering..."
Mary Fitzgerald
"Good smoothies and ice cream, can't speak for anything else since that's all we got. Could be a little cleaner inside, but it has a good atmosphere...."
Cris Mois
"Great service, friendly and delicious treats. Always one of my favorite places to stop and get a delicious..."
Angie
"I truly enjoyed the Ube soft serve in a waffle cone. It has a unique flavor and beautiful purple color. Highly..."
Jeff Ryan
"So fun! The acai bowl and ice cream were delicious. Some of the old reviews and pictures showed small food but they don't have that anymore. Maybe..."
Dan Smitley
"The sandwiches here are quite large and very delicious. I consider them as two meals in one package. Smoothies are alright, their Ube and dragonfruit..."
Athena H
"A great place to have smoothies, they are using real fruit. We ordered one pineapple & mango & one taro? Sweet potato? Smoothies. They both taste..."
Muak
"Wow, super cute place. Such creatively delicious treats. I wish I was able to try everything. I ordered the dragon acai bowl to go. Normally..."
Julie Valencia
"Walked by this place and saw the açai bowls so I had to grab one. A shame the place closes early but that seems common around Hilo. I grabbed a..."
Joe C
"Our family of five from Texas and Oklahoma visited Oahu and the Big Island for Spring Break! Before our trip, my daughter saw an influencer post..."
Chandra
"We had açai bowls and smoothies — all great! Very fresh and fast, and the prices are fair for the..."
Reese Nifong
"If you’re thinking “should we make a stop here or not”? you definitely should! The ice cream is delicious and flavorful! The music they were..."
Alena Gorlova
Don's Grill
82/100 (1198 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
American
Vegan Options
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Hamburgers
Shrimp
Beef
Salad
Ribs
Fish
Sandwiches
Pork
Burger
Sit down
American
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Takeout
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Delicious food, super prompt service, nice and friendly servers, affordable dinner- excellent spot! The teriyaki chicken is now my daughters’..."
Ioana Cozmuta
"The server was very kind and helpful! The tri dish was great to split. Mengo cheese cake didn't really have a strong mango flavor, but was a really..."
Aimee Fortugaliza
"I've been eating at Don's Grill since it opened and it's one of my personal favorites in Hilo for local style comfort food. The restaurant itself can..."
Nicolas Los Banos
"Loved it!! We had the half chicken & ribs, and the special s&s ribs. Both meals were fantastic, really couldn't fault the food, even the bread was..."
Claire Bailey
"Great, little local place. Still pretty worried about Covid stuff (March 2023) so lots of people waiting outside to be seated or to pickup to-go..."
Aaron Barbee (A-A-Ron)
"This is a great Diner style of eating. Very clean and wonderfully fresh food. You wait outside the door to be seated and sanitizer is provided to..."
S Gomez
"Don’s reminded me of where all the locals go to. Like a diner, they had a good menu that covered all types of meals. They are definitely still..."
Jacob Mathers
"Excellent main items okay sides. Friendly staff. This is a place worth returning to. The Teri Chicken was great. Lasagna was delicious. Mixed veggies..."
Dave Bianes
"A family friendly homestyle diner with classics and local items on the menu. Plenty of variety to choose from. Good service and straightforward..."
Jess
"We were in Volcano on a Sunday night but the dining choices are extremely limited. So we decided to drive into Hilo for dinner. Don's Grill is really..."
Shoko Barnes
"Had the Reuben since I can't go to a state and not try their Reuben. Food was fresh and the portions were more than..."
Jason durbin
"We've had a lot of bad food on the island the past 3 days. It was really nice for all three of us to get a really great hot meal that we all loved...."
Ryan Fiske
"Great service with great food! Reuben sandwich was delicious and the coleslaw on the side was so good(sweeter than other coleslaw i had before). The..."
Michelle HJ Park
"Very friendly wait staff, good size portions, fast..."
Ginger Riddle
"Attentive service, food hit the spot, good dessert too. If you get steak, prepare for it to taste lightly seasoned like how it says on the menu. Good..."
Ashley
"Looking for a little slice of the past. Don's Grill, this hidden gem right in Hilo is that place. A simple diner with diner food and desserts, it's..."
Homesteadin' Hawai'i
"Simple and classic diner..."
Yonathan Mickelsen
"We found this local diner-type restaurant from searching google reviews and they weren’t wrong! After a long day of hiking it was great to grab..."
Alice Bennett
"Amazing pork cutlet and ribs. Big portions, bit pricey but not too..."
Jon Verplaetse
Pineapple's Island Fresh Cuisine
82/100 (7344 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Seafood
American
Vegan Options
Polynesian
Hawaiian
American
Polynesian
Hawaiian
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Fish & Chips
Burger
Tapas
Fish Taco
Tacos
Swordfish
Shrimp
Ribs
Beef
Fish & chips
Fish Sandwich
Curry
Pasta
Nachos
Salad
Wings
Scallops
Pesto
Tuna
Fish
Sandwiches
Pork
Sit down
Bar
Seafood
Hawaiian
Polynesian
American
Television
Live Music
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Brunch
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Mid-range
"Stopped here for a quick bite to eat after the farmers market. Found through simple google search. The place itself is pretty unassuming and plain..."
Leighton Carter
"Great restaurant. A whole separate menu for dietary restrictions - gluten-free and vegan, and a kids menu. The pineapple drink was super super good -..."
Tiana Noureddin
"I had an early dinner here with five people yesterday. We showed up and were seated immediately. Every single staff member greeted us with a smile..."
Adam Ruggles
"Very delightful spot in Hilo with an amazing positive vibe in the air. Gentle breeze and soft music and beautiful chatter of people having a great..."
R M
"Beautiful Hawaiian open air cafe.. food was amazing, service impeccable and drinks were delicious. Don't skip dessert! We spent a lot but that..."
Sandy Scheel
"Was not expecting much although we had seen a line every time we walked by this place. There was live music playing and the food blew us away. My..."
Jeff Downing
"First time to Hilo, and to Pineapples Island Fresh. What a great atmosphere and food! They did have a separate Gluten Free "friendly" menu so yay for..."
dcDalton
"We made it in time for Happy Hour, 3 pm to 5 pm. It was half off drinks and some food items. We tried the coconut shrimp, pork sliders, fish tacos,..."
Jennifer Robles
"The food was really good here when we went. Definitely get the Hilo Plate if you don’t know what to try. It has a great variety of food on it. The..."
Ethan
"What a wonderful, all-around, experience. The restaurant is open and lively. The food is fresh and flavorful. I loved that everything we ordered..."
Debbie Arvelo
Hana Hou Restaurant
81/100 (2120 ratings)
Dessert
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Hawaiian
Gluten Free Options
American
American
Hawaiian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
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Breakfast
Lunch
Burrito
Hamburgers
Carrot Cake
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Beef
Reuben sandwich
Cakes
Fish
Salad
Fried rice
Tuna
Pork
Fish & chips
Fish & Chips
Fish Sandwich
Burger
Grilled cheese
Sit down
American
Hawaiian
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Parking Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Live Music
BYOB
Seating
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Cheap Eats
"Great food served with Aloha. My son & I ordered the chicken macadamia salad curry wrap and returned 2 days later to get it again. So delicious. It's..."
Glenda Watt
"I had a Lehi fish dish that was so tender I thought Thanksgiving was today. It had a mag raisin sauce! The chicken salad and potatoes were great...."
Willard Davis
"Had the pizza, lime pie and chocolate silk pie. The food and service was..."
Julie Allen
"We stopped here for lunch on our way back from papakolea green beach. They had ample parking. I tried the Cuban which was very good. I definitely..."
Binit Banerjee
"Stopped by here so we wouldn't be hangry at nearby (15min) Punalu'u Beach. The pizza was great, the service was quick, the selection was good. When..."
J.L. Martin
"Great place for food on your way to or back from Green Sand Beach. The food was delicious and the staff very..."
Arpit Jain
"A must stop for anyone visiting the big island! Food was incredible! Best macaroni salad I’ve ever had hands down! Patty the owner was fantastic..."
Ashley Holly
"Nice place, friendly staff, good food. Not a fast food place, the only thing pre-made were the desserts, which were fantastic and rich. Pizza was..."
John Martin
"We stopped here on a whim while driving around the horn. We had eaten not too long before so only ordered pie.. We've been thinking about that pie..."
Lynn Jones
"Have been coming here for 15 years. Typical island fare, adequate portions, tasty and affordable. Try the pork plate if you like roast pork. The..."
Bob Kinnear
"Hana Hou is a great local restaurant in Naalehu. Great atmosphere and friendly staff. It's definitely a place to stop after a morning hike. We..."
PatV
"Love it looove it this place. Freshly baked pies&pizza. Freshed lilikoi juice and other Drinks are very good too. Everytime we go there we always..."
Maka Sasaki (aquatako2006)
"Cute place with friendly staff! I had the BLT and it was made with homemade bread. There’s a little lizard that likes to hang out on the picnic..."
Anna Karnowski
"We weren’t planning to eat lunch here but we’re super happy we did. Excellent food — best sandwiches we’ve had in a while. Fantastic baked..."
Ruth Walters
Hilo Town Tavern
81/100 (1436 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Pub
Bar
Pub
American
American
Dinner
Lunch
Wings
Burger
Bar
Pub
American
Live Music
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Television
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"There aren’t many options for late night restaurants in Hilo these days, but Hilo Town Tavern is a solid spot to check out. The double smash..."
Nathan Kam
"Food was good and plentiful. I wish they would toss the wings and not fry the chicken sandwich so hard. Nachos are a big go to. We had barbque..."
Tony Frink
"This place is fantastic. We got the Buffalo Bleu chicken sandwich and the Philly cheesesteak. They both come with really tasty fries and the Philly..."
Jim Stirling
"A great place for the after work convo. It is a great place to vent and heavy sigh. And breathe in positive vibes. Food hits the spot. The drinks are..."
R M
"We came to this place tonight to have our dinner and I can say it was AMAZING! We ordered one Pulled pork sandwich, the nachos with beef and the..."
La barese in viaggio
"I dinged them a star because one of the employees dogs was literally next to my table outside begging for food while I was eating. Not something most..."
DIY Hawaii
"The food and service was excellent. I would highly recommend eating here. Everyone in my party of six was extremely pleased with the food and overall..."
Al B
"The waiter was out quick with some ice cold water as soon as we sat down. Very refreshing and just what I needed at that time. Didn't expect it. The..."
Odin Watson
"After our Zipline adventure found the cute place with football on all screens. Drinks were very reasonable. Pub food lunch was good and Katie was..."
Cindy Colgan
"Food was excellent and so was our service by Katie and Will!!! Found out they have Karaoke on Wednesday and Thursday nights, starts at 8pm. Also open..."
Heather Smith
"Stopped by for a burger and found a gem on Keawe St. Ordered the Lava Burger with hand cut fries. My server suggested trying the “Tavern sauce”..."
Craig M Porter Rollins
"Hayden James Band is amazing. So glad i came..."
Chan Chuckwow
"Dropped in for a quick bite and shelter from the rain. Good beer selection and swag to..."
Ryan McBride
"Great spot for an affordable dinner in downtown Hilo area. I really enjoyed the food, I got a cheesesteak, which came out nice and quick. Its..."
Mikey Botta
"THE BEST!! Rock hopped from Maui and found the best place! seating: Bar, indoors & outdoors, great food menu, free pool tables (and three of..."
Elizabeth Fowler
"We had a great time here, the karaoke night was so fun. We had a lot of food, all of which tasted good! Staying in Hilo was new for us, as we..."
Edward Obrien
"This is a very nice place that is hip and cool that is artsy and also nice I like the chicken wings. And cold beers. The sauces are great. The..."
Sam Martin
"The burgers are good, but the additional price for the quantity of fries is too much. Not convince by the service and drinks. The music show outside..."
Marine Roger
Imiloa Sky Garden Restaurant
79/100 (801 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
American
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Shrimp
Salad
Crab
Fish
Pork
Sit down
American
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Reservations
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Mid-range
"Lunch buffet $26, pretty yums Dinner buffet $55 (+ snow crab), also pretty yums. Come hungry! Also the coffee is oddly delicious here too, supposedly..."
Liana Sun
"Really nice place for lunch or dinner. Good menu, fast service. Have to try the prime Rib loco moco. Good all you can eat..."
Travis I
"Food is awesome especially buffet( salad bar, noodles, dessert). But was little..."
S K
"Great food, buffet in the lunch time!! Superb..."
Swayam Nipun
"I love the all you can eat prime rib and crab!! I have to honestly say that the food is good but the dessert, well it may need some help. I love the..."
Ivalyn Kawamae
"Alaskan king crab legs and prime rib night. We also enjoyed the steamed clams and the popcorn shrimp. Good buffet selection and service was very..."
Gary Hara
"My first time here was a great experience. Nice atmosphere, and the service was prompt. Our waitress was attentive, kind, and helpful. I had the..."
T King
"First time we ever ate there and we were so pleased with the staff and the lunch buffet. There were 14 of us to celebrate my Dad's birthday! We had a..."
Valarie Abran
"Crab leg & prime rib buffet was very good. My ohana & I really enjoyed ourselves. Many selections & not overwhelming. Very nice atmosphere & plenty..."
Crissa Okamura
"Nice place in a quiet setting. We were there outside of rush hours so we got the best service one could get. Both the Mahi mahi salad and the shrimp..."
Herve Andrieu
"Everywhere I go on this wonderful island I am pleased by the friendly folks and good food. Anyplace that seems crowded to some...So what! Sit back..."
tim wernicke
"A very elegant dining atmosphere with terrific food and service. The Buffett was well presented. I recommend the ribs, and they cook rice really..."
Free Wonder
"It is so crowded at lunch sometimes because of their buffet and because it's at the Imiloa Astronomy Center which is a tourist stop. But their salt..."
Hilo Gal
"I like the atmosphere here. The 180 open view of the outside is nice. The buffet line is ok, and the menu is just as..."
BJ Ganzagan
Starbucks
79/100 (140 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
American
Cafe
American
Cafe
Dinner
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Breakfast
Café
American
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
"Friendly and fast service. Nice spot to relax and enjoy a drink or snack before grocery shopping at..."
Athena H
"I'd like to recognize one of the workers France Vivien for being so polite and for working with us when our favorite drinks were out. She was by far..."
Crystal Kekaualua
"Relaxing, safe coffee environment where I continue to meet friends and family..."
Joseph Kamelamela
"I just had the BEST Starbucks drink I've had on island or even ever! Brown Sugar Oat milk Espresso, light ice, extra oat milk. Seriously good flavor,..."
Glory N
"Great friendly service. Nice to get a Target..."
Jim Manion
"Starbucks is always good cause it seems as though they’re every where! I cannot say they never get my drink wrong or they’re always stocked with..."
Kehau Kalauli
"We all had to grab a refreshing drink after we were finished with our shopping in Target. Not a bad place for a souvenir too! We bought 4 cups,..."
Doug Cline
"7.50 for a hot chocolate but otherwise pleasant. Glad they have indoor seating..."
Mr. Richard Arthur Lee IV BSc
"I went into the Starbucks in Safeway, they take EBT for their cold items, & I only get fraps from there so it's..."
Antonia Wilson
"Friendly, helpful staff. Sugar is always replenished and I enjoy having my coffee topped with whipped..."
E Dekonor
"Great customer service employees are very friendly 👍 they have free wifi their restaurant is very clean it's a great place to met with family and..."
B.R R. (B.R)
Cronies Bar & Grill
77/100 (1836 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Pub
Bar
American
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Ribs
Burger
French Fries
Hamburgers
Chicken Sandwich
BLT
Fish & chips
Club Sandwich
Fish
Pork
Shrimp
Beef
Salad
Wings
Crab Cake
Fish & Chips
Sandwiches
Cheeseburger
Sit down
Bar
American
Pub
Sports bars
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Full Bar
Highchairs Available
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Non-smoking restaurants
Takeout
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Seating
Accepts American Express
Table Service
Street Parking
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Discover
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"We stopped here our first night on big island, the food is delicious and the service is friendly and attentive. Spacious, air conditioned, a great..."
Erica Martinez
"Had Mai Tai's and craft beers along with VERY YUMMY gravy cheese fries and the Bacon Loco Burger. Highly..."
Dawn Cole
"Best sports bar in Hilo (we tried them all). Very accommodating putting a game on for you. The Club and Mahi catch of the day was excellent. Staff..."
Chris Wilson
"Great lunch! Squeaky clean restaurant :) The atmosphere is cozy and relaxed. The service was friendly and efficient, they take good care of their..."
Laura S345
"Good sports bar. Decent burgers and chicken fingers, good beer selection on draft. Daughter loves their MacnCheese. Outside building needs attention..."
Gregory Arianoff
"Got the Loco moco burger, super juicy and honestly a bit too much gravy but it was incredibly tasty and the hospitality was great. Burger didn't have..."
Arthur Wron
"Food was amazing had there 20 oz streak it was well seasoned and there onion rings are delicious servers are really nice I recommend this place..."
huskyboy1993 vrchat gaming
"What a great restaurant! The Chinese chicken salad was the best I have ever had - well seasoned and fresh! Definitely visiting again! Thanks for..."
Audrey Taylor
"The 1/2 Bacon Burger was delicious...."
Karl Kvalvik
"We sat at the bar when it wasn't busy so service was stellar. Beer on tap was good except a couple tasted quite 'aged'. Fries were soggy but were hot..."
Magical Pancake
"Had a great time with my friends. Server was cool, desserts were the bomb,food was great for a sports..."
PIMARINE
"Local sports bar with good food. Large seating area and lots of TV's. My bacon cheeseburger was fantastic however I didn't care much for the bun, I..."
Michelle Perks
Kozmic Cones
77/100 (658 ratings)
Dessert
Quick Bites
American
Fast food
Fast Food
American
Ice Cream
Burger
Café
Fast food
American
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Drive Thru
Cheap Eats
"This place is really great for a little fast food restaurant. I couldn't believe the speed of service was so quick. I'm guessing most of the food..."
Jacob Harlow
"NUTTY CONES!!! Gotta try the "nutty cone" vanilla soft serve in a cone topped with macadamia nuts finely chopped You can get cones in a small or..."
Lindsey Itamoto
"Edit: If you are looking for healthy drive through options they offer a grilled chicken plate (usually can sub a side for a small green salad) or a..."
Glory N
"Cosmic Cones has the best katsu in town. Knowing the week # for the specials is a guessing game but no worry there's always something ono on the..."
MINE K
"The food is always ono at Kozmic Cones. The shrimp and chicken snack plates are just enough to satisfy the smaller appetite. My daughter grew up on..."
Yolanda Statler
"my fave place for beef stew. if you looking for some local kine, home cooking then this is the one! everything they have is good & the service is..."
charani kuuipo
"Love love love their Milkshakes!!! My dad got me addicted to these Extra Thick Mouthwatering Milkshakes. And I have carried that tradition on to my..."
Mona Livsey
"Seems like the people here are always working hard. Cool place, has drive..."
Samuel Hibbard
"Awesome soft serve ice cream. Great customer..."
Cee Waltz
"When ever visiting Ohana in hilo we tend to make a stop at cosmic cones, always satisfied with the food, service and nutty cone (ice cream cone..."
Jen Kalilikane
"Excellent local food variety, deserts, great service, good prices. Drive thru convince, quick service, drive away full, satiated, some change in your..."
808 Thanos
"Great Chicken Katsu and shakes Locals place..and..."
Robert Jones
"Love their gravy delux burger it reminds me of the good old days, simple but ono. ❤️..."
Elnor Bento
Hula Hulas
76/100 (857 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Bar
American
American
Dining bars
Vegetarian Friendly
Drinks
Dinner
Breakfast
Lunch
Fish
Pork
Pasta
Salad
Calamari
Calamares
Tapas
Fish Taco
Tacos
Ribs
Toasts
Burger
Pesto
Sit down
Bar
American
Dining bars
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Non-smoking restaurants
Takeout
Television
Private Dining
Seating
Waterfront
Table Service
Sports bars
Wheelchair Accessible
Validated Parking
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Good food and great service. Prices are 40-50% higher than the local restaurants. Breakfast was pretty good, but pricey. Had the veggie scramble..."
Jack
"Yesterday we found Hula Hulas on google search. They offer a really good build your own burger. The Lilokoi Mule was a really good drink. Service was..."
Nicole Blackwell
"Fun upscale place with a ever changing menu. Full service bar 3 large screen TVs beautiful view Poolside on hilo..."
James McIntyre
"Yes, It's inside the DoubleTree in Hilo. BURGERS are very good. The food is great. Everything on the menu is prepared in-house or if it's not, they..."
Roger Telegan
"After a long tiring day from Big island excursion we decided to just stay low and chill at the hotel for the evening so Hula hula is our pick for..."
Apple I
"The food here was amazing🤩! My favorite thing off the menu was the ube creme brulee, but sadly I pretty sure it's a special and the calamari. The..."
Geori Brihanna
"Really friendly staff, and quite a fun atmosphere. Seated by the pool area. All very huge portions of food. Much more lively and fun than WSW next..."
Paola CW
"Wow. So worth a visit. I had the catch of the day. It was quite pricy compared to the portion size. I had to order an appetizer to feel satisfied. ..."
greeley wright
"The best pizza I've ever had! Ordered a second one midmeal! Everyone was extremely friendly and efficient. A wonderful experience all around! The..."
Diana Gula
"Had breakfast here, I had continental and it comes with croissant and assorted fruits. The croissant was nicely toasted and buttery, but the fruits..."
Monica Cho
"Excellent live Hawaiian music, beautiful Hilo views, and fun loca..."
SashaGirl
"Hula Hula, located in the Hilton Doubletree in Hilo, has very good food. Ate there twice during our stay. Had the Pepperoni Pizza and Cheeseburger..."
Bill Brazell
"Nice little restaurant right on the bay. Location and atmosphere are great. Wish they had a little more variety on the menu. Service was great and..."
Scott R
Starbucks
76/100 (2018 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Restaurants
American
American
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
American
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
"This location has one of the latest seating areas I have seen. Great drinks, sandwiches and deserts! Very clean bathrooms. Ask a batista for the key..."
Kelly Dunn 808
"Drive through line is long, drinks take a long time, staff is friendly and the food and drinks are yummy! Just 4 stars for the long wait time. They..."
Glory N
"The barista was super nice however the music was so loud I could hardly hear what he was saying. They ran out of stuff, which I guess at 7pm is..."
Courtney DelaCruz
"Starbuck offers great and equal experience all over the Hawaii. Enjoy so chilling coffee on Big..."
Janusz Skóra-Cichowski
"Busy location, Good service. Usually a line in the drive thru, but there is a team member outside during peak hours to take your order. By the time..."
Athena H
"very good customer service, I understand Spanish and English and there are also people who speak..."
Yovanny Hernández
"My daily go to twice a day....Love the way they make my drinks just the way I want..."
Mandy Tsuye
"I normally drive through and very rarely dine in. The lines are normally long but it's worth the wait. Baristas are friendly and apologize for the..."
Ann Paulino
"Best service to keep you lively and plus- you feel right at home inside working on your gadgets; getting your work done just sippin..."
KS Sainash
"Nice open space for grabbing a coffee and catching-up on emails. Really great partners at this..."
Justen Burdette
"It's a Starbucks. But it does take like 10 minutes to get your coffee even if there are only 3 people in the..."
Nicholas Smith
"While the wait can get very long (even when you mobile order) I don't mind in the least. Staff are always moving/working and they can't help they are..."
Lei Kawelo
"Nice customer service fast and very friendly I would recommend..."
Theresa Hudson
"Good ol' Starbucks. Great service, clean, feels like home. Has a drive thru and one..."
Kristine Cavey
"Came here a few times early in the morning to get some work done before starting my day. They did have any wall plugs available but other than that..."
Shawn Harry
Vernas Iii
73/100 (975 ratings)
Quick Bites
Restaurants
American
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Burger
Hamburgers
Beef
Salad
Fish
Pork
Cheeseburger
Sit down
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Available
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Seating
Lunch
Late Night
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Cheap Eats
"No nonsense drive in. Great portion and decent prices. We had Verna’s twice while in Hilo..."
Alyssa Berry
"You will not be disappointed with this Gem if you're looking for something quick to eat. Ordered the fish plate and I was pleasantly surprised, the..."
Patrick Dunlop
"Since this place is within walking distance from our hotel, we decided to take a short walk instead of driving. It was a about 6:45pm local time and..."
Meg C.
"I'll be honest I've only tried the gravy fries with garlic (not on the menu) so far and they were fantastic. The flavor is really good and I'll get..."
Shawn Setnicky
"Delicious! Read a previous review that it reminded him/her of Rainbow's Drive In....maybe in the past, but now I'd compare Verna's to Leeward Drive..."
J Z
"Since this place is within walking distance from our hotel, we decided to take a short walk instead of driving. It was a about 6:45pm local time and..."
teadrinker
"We found this place to our way to the hotel, it looked interesting, so we decided to give it a chance, and we don't regret it, it is delicious, good..."
Ana Noli
"This is just what we hoped for. We can tell it’s a local favorite. Walk up to the window to order and take your food or sit there under covered..."
MyRanda Mariner
"This is what I’ve been looking for. A drive up restaurant with an epic choice of local food. The Lau Lau (pork wrapped in spinach) was delicious...."
Amish Patel
"Had a fantastic lunch here at Verna’s. We were able to place an order fairly quickly and the food was ready just a few minutes later. The outdoor..."
Rex Jones
"Verna passed away but her place is still kicking. I grew up in Hilo and the locals know, "If no can, no can. If can, Vernas". Outsiders should be..."
Jay Hansen
"Great value and big taste. Prices were more than reasonable and the food super tasty. Would definitely come back. Highly recommend the Mana burger...."
Paul Castillo
"Love the local vibe and great food from Vernas. It reminds me of Rainbows in Honolulu, but it has it's own style. A must stop, but be prepared for..."
D. Duncan
"Update 5/22: Prices and plates have changed a little. Check out the menu. Stew and chili is skimpy now, more rice than anything else. 2021: Its the..."
Kiwi
"I always get the mushroom 🍔 burger and garlic cheese 🧀 fries Soooooo good 👍 😋🫡 Service is always friendly and fast😁 You will not be..."
Tam Allen
"They say, “you can’t judge a book by its cover “ - same goes for Verna’s. So - if you’re hungry and want something that is local and tasty..."
Roy Rosnik
"Drive in food at it's best. Huge menu great selection. Small covered seating on side of building. Very helpful person with..."
James McIntyre
Zippy's
73/100 (1055 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
American
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Chili
Sit down
American
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Only got coffee and some sweet breads for a quick breakfast before catching a flight home. Service was very friendly and helpful. Coffee was good,..."
Rachel Arias - Tripp III
"Stumbled upon this place on google . Waitress was sweet and the sweet bread french toast was..."
Nicole Blackwell
"Love this place. It’s to bad it has made it throughout the states. This place has a lot of Hawaii’s local favorites. Which is very delicious..."
trl1971
"Had a waitress/ hostess that spoke a little Hawaiian. Her Service on Oct 10th was top notch. She handled the dining room loaded with customers..."
Michele Liberato
"Best Korean fried chicken on the island (and all of Hawaii). Came here as often as possible! Chantilly cake was also great. Huge..."
Elyse Ching
"Large portions of yummy food. The chicken katsu was really good, and the malasadas were fresh and delicious! The seating area was clean and there..."
Jess
"Good what feels like traditional Hawaiian food although I realize it's probably a chain. Almost has a Denny's feel to it, but Hawaiian. Mia..."
Alex B
"Zippys is open for dining and they have excellent covid procedures. The host opens the door, and if there isn wait they take down your cell and will..."
Donna Fong
"The customer service and food was amazing! I've been craving non-fried fresh fish and finally found it. My husband enjoyed his ham and cheese..."
Alicia Moore
"It's SO October season in this fabulous and sterilized restaurant! Waitress was very good under time constraints. My breakfast was great 👍 and..."
Thomas Liftee
"It's the only Zippy's on the Big Island, so if you want a great local institution, hit it up. The staff is very friendly and you can get a wide..."
Jon Junell
"We went on a Wednesday for lunch and there was no wait time. Everything was clean, and food came out quickly. Flavor was great. Can't wait to go..."
Evelyn B
"Wish I took a photo 😄 I was so hungry I just ate everything! It was Ono! It was so great with a fried egg over medium and the fries were fantastic..."
Oreo Wolf
"The Staff is always friendly and well organized. The food is great and a great variety. The atmosphere is upbeat as well as courtious dining. I would..."
Rob Swiss
"Our waitress was outstanding! Fun, friendly and very knowledgeable about items on menu. I wish I could remember her name because she deserves..."
Brian Stanley
"I heard about this place by following Jason Mamoa on IG and am I ever glad food was amazing and super affordable! I'm just sad that they don't have..."
Nicholas Lariviere
Coqui's Hideaway
72/100 (363 ratings)
Restaurants
Diner
American
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Burger
"True to its name, you have to enter the building and enter the restaurant to the right. I enjoyed my breakfast and coffee. Would highly recommend you..."
Noemi Jerez
"Unassuming but delivers 100% The place has changed name - Food is AWESOME! limited menue items, classic American breakfast but very very good food..."
Negar Khanlou
"Friendly staff and good food. I liked the garden view from our booth..."
Wally Nicholas
"Good breakfast Good price, service very nice..."
Tony K Lau
"Good service! Breakfast was still served at 10:30am. I got pork chops with eggs and hashbrowns. It was tasty! My 3-year got a kids meal, and my..."
DJ
"Delicious and filling! Mac salad was amazing! Awesome! Would come..."
Jennifer Eckel
"Omg!! This place was amazing we got here about 6:15p.m . They have happy hour till 630 and our drinks was half off plus select menu items food wise..."
Amanda Cole
"Excellant service, local dishes as well as staple fare found in most continental menu's. Prices are a little bit over medium, but food is of decent..."
Bri Higgins
"We ordered the ribeye steak breakfast...it was delecioso!!!! Service was great!!! Atmosphere was family oriented. We are gonna make this place our..."
Dale Johnasen
"Great service, friendly people.. Good..."
808blissnbless
"This is a clean and classic tropical place for both locals and visitors. Great decor and the bar has live music most nights. Excellent jazz/pop jam..."
Colin Alder
"Eat breakfast here every time I'm in town. Service is great and so is the food! These are local people and it's nice to feel like I'm truly home..."
Babs Eaton
Subway
70/100 (74 ratings)
Restaurants
American
"Great food at reasonable prices. They will make your sandwich or salad any way you want. Careful, don't overdo..."
Suave Dave
"This is at the end of a long line of small mostly Asian takeout restaurants. Not very easy to get to and parking tight so never a long line. Food..."
troylabrie
"Always clean, with courteous and fast service. There are only a few parking spaces in front and turning around in front of the store can be tricky so..."
Vincent Wilson
"This is one of the best subways in Hilo sandwhich is always on point and the service is fast parking is limited but other then that it's very clean..."
Kalei Opuu
"Great customer service, friendly staff, well trained, expedited my order in a quick and timely manner due to great communication and team..."
Brandy Balai
"Make the sandwich your way the staff is very pleasant the shop was clean and plenty of..."
David Kvatek
"Everyone here is nice to me and always gives me the exact portion I ask for. It is on the more expensive side, but for me, it's worth..."
Sienna Wareham
"Good quality and service, just a bit slow with..."
Christine Cunningham (astrochristy)
"Good food, not super-great, at affordable..."
Sam Martin
"Overall a great place the food is good and the service was..."
Big Kuma
"Prices higher than mainland for same sandwiches...good..."
Peter Veseskis
"Food is great. It's hard to find parking when it comes..."
IAM who IAM
"It's a subway, so no suprises, but one of the guys there always loads my..."
miles hayes
"Awesome service, fresh ingredients, great..."
Maeley Nordlof
"Healthier than a burger. Build it your way, pile on the..."
MarkG
Ihop Hawaii
70/100 (960 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
American
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Pancakes
Sit down
American
Takeout
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"I was very impressed with the quality of the food. Although it was a slow day we were maybe 1 of 3 parties in the dining room. The service was..."
Jacob Harlow
"Went there Saturday morning it was very busy & was about to leave then a lady came to seat us, ordered our food & to our surprise it came in 8..."
Ivan Yamanaka
"I hesitate to give this four stars because it really is more like 4.5. The restaurant is clean and well kept, no sticky tables. The booths are very..."
Douglas Kerr
"Went here for lunch today. Service was great. Food was great as well. Friendly waitresses are always a must and this place has it! Thanks for being..."
Izzy D
"Update 4/2022. Waitress Maria is awesome!!! I wish all the restaurants in town had someone like her serving. 2 of the dishes we ordered were sold..."
Kiwi
"Not too many breakfast places in Hilo , but this one is the best for one , two or family. All of your favorites plus lunch and dinner . I love the..."
Bakersmark
"Great place to eat and the stuff was super friendly. Especially the store manager. She came to our table as it was obvious that we are tourists and..."
Petr Zloch
"I have to say, the most noticeable thing for me is service. We are greeted promptly and never neglected. Which you might imagine is a bit of a..."
Arthur Olinger
"Juiciest T-bone steak, the buttermilk pancakes were very fluffy. The waitress was attentive and always refilled my..."
Brig Murdock
"Had a great dinner with my fiancé, father and mother in law. Was really good to spend time with them today. Waitress was awsome and food was great..."
Shane Uyeda
"Wonderful place with wonderful staff. Everyone was friendly and helpful. Food was..."
Penny Hilton
"There is something quite endearing about this place that gives it a charm to stand out amongst the other IHOPs, which eluded me at first glance. It..."
Michael Mulholland
"Decent breakfast spot. Fast service and good..."
Dollie Forney
"Great food. Wonderful waitress. Fun and cheerful..."
Val Parayno
"When you finish all of your food 😋 You know the place is good ... Nice ladies hosting and..."
Margarita Weinman-Brown
Freddy's Restaurant
70/100 (307 ratings)
Restaurants
American
American
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Sit down
American
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"We love it here. Good for local meals. Great won ton mine or breakfast dishes are also very popular. They have a sweet bread toast that is..."
Cheryl Young
"Our small group of retirees go here for breakfast every three weeks at 7AM. It has excellent food and at reasonable prices. They also have a take..."
Robert Schneider
"Been serving burgers for 30 years, in Hilo. Reasonable prices and good food. A local Hawaiian diner restaurant & to go. They serve a great burger for..."
Jonathan James
"I had the gravy cheeseburger with fries. The fries were crunchy and fresh. The burger had 2 patties, lettuce, thin sliced onion, cheese and gravy for..."
Theresa Harrison
"Great value. Generous hot n ono portions. Fast service for takeout. Chicken cutlet is the best on the..."
M Chun
"A local gem with a modest demeanor. If you like seafood this is the place to go in Hilo. The fish servings are large and delicious and you will pay..."
Rick Ranger
"Katsu was overdone n almost impossible to chew , couldn't eat last 2 pieces. Meal was done in a decent time..."
Mike Meers
"😛LOVE their Chinese Chicken Salad! It's more of a old fashion eating establishment, the kind before all these fast food popped up..."
Christy Logan
"Beautiful home town feel restaurant. Great service with a smile. Food is a great price with a great taste on top! ;..."
Tracyann Wight
"Service was super fast, beef stew plate served hot and was very tasty! Price can't be..."
Debi Petosky