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    Eagles Lighthouse Cafe

    4.2 (360 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    EAGLES LIGHTHOUSE CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Quiet
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Inside daily special available at 11am
    Phil-Joyce F.

    Fried rice is excellent. Prices is not high waited 17 mins for my breakfast bowl. But I came at 7:15 they only had fried rice. So no choice I had to pay the extra $2.25.

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    Sally G.

    Fast basic breakfast and pastries. Very causal. Our go-to breakfast spot when we stay in Volcano. Cute outdoor seating. No indoor seating. Plenty free parking. Not handicap accessible as you need to go up stairs. But I bet they would come out to take your order of needed. Please wash your hands!

    Veggie sandwich
    Nandini H.

    Not too many spots open early or have vegetarian options. At least here we were able to get a decent veggie sandwich and hot cocoa for breakfast and portion size was generous too. Our feedback is that it would be great if they could add a toasted sandwich option and an espresso machine but whatever we tried was decent enough . Service was friendly. You need to order inside and and there are some tables outside to sit which was decent. Parking is plenty

    Easy to find.
    Sandy C.

    If you want a simple and great breakfast on the Volcano side, just come here. We met a friend from the area and I was so impressed with the service and food-dang that quiche was good. My group both had the breakfast bowls and it was A LOT of food. Outdoor seating only which is perfect. A calm and relaxing breakfast with great coffee, great food and great service. Mahalo to the staff-you guys really make a great start to the day. Mahalo nui.

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    Sarah C.

    we got the breakfast bowl ($9.50) and lau lau plate ($16). we ordered ham for the former but received bacon instead. they were out of fried rice and it was only ~10am. we also waited really long for our food even though there was only one other customer there. the lau lau plate was pretty bare and dry

    Jaime L.

    This is a hidden gem that I would recommend to anyone looking for a delicious meal. The inside is small and has standing room only. The outside is set with picnic tables as well as a few tables with chairs. They ask that you wash your hands prior to entering and openly post that they can refuse business for any reason. The Okinawa sweet potato cake was incredible and I highly recommend trying it!

    Spare ribs with white rice
    Katy S.

    We stopped in after being at the volcano national park, where we hiked at least 5 miles and we were hungry. Upon arrival, there is a sign to wash your hands before entering the ordering area (which I love). The lady explained all of their daily specials and she was very polite and nice. We ended up settling on a roast beef sandwich on sourdough and the spare ribs daily special. The sandwich was packed full of meat and the spare ribs were delicious. We also got a brownie for dessert which was a portion for 2 and it was moist and delicious. The pricing was extremely good for this area considering most places cost around $65 for two people to eat lunch and this was half of that. I loved this little place. The eating took place outside where there is seating in the sun and under cover.

    Gail U.

    One of a few places to pick up small bites or pastries fr breakfast and coffee for the ride from Vilcano back to Hilo. The hot cocoa tasted like hot water added to a packaged mix. The two others said their pastries were just okay. Unfortunately my cinnamon roll was dense and heavy like a scone. The white frosting was too sweet for me so that means sugar overload.

    Dish: Breakfast Plate with Bacon, Sausage, and Eggs Rating: 7/10 (Atmosphere: 10/10) The service was incredibly sweet and kind, and the portions were generous--perfect for a hearty breakfast. We sat outside and soaked up the morning sun, which made the experience even better. Good spot before going on the 4 mile crater hike!

    Tomomi S.

    In the middle of small town of Volcano, they serve simply prepared foods for reasonable price. We stopped here for breakfast and I was craving rice and eggs. I poured some soy sauce over the white rice and dug into the layers of hams, bacons, eggs over hot rice. Yum! After eating lots of sandwiches and burgers, this simple plate really hit the spot. Store shelves and refrigerated showcases are neatly organized but this place is very cozy so be mindful not to overcrowd inside.

    Amanda V.

    This place is located close to the national park. 'Y husband got a sandwich, while I got vegetarian chili (contains tofu) in a sourdough bread bowl Pros: decent menu, reasonable prices, vegetarian options Cons: vegetarian chili and sourdough bread are very okay and neither tasted that fresh (the sourdough wasn't sour and tasted like white bread), a little too much religious signs (I've never seen any other place like this. There are 9 signs outside alone), menu outside does not have prices, there is no bathroom Vegetarians, better to get a sandwich than the vegetarian chili

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    Sehun L.

    When we booked our stay near Volcano, this was the place I was most excited to visit. The soup had a richness that grew with every bite, and the croissant was exactly as I had imagined. Before leaving, all I could think about was how I wanted to try more of their menu. Their early morning opening and early afternoon closing times felt like a unique charm to me.

    Lunch sandwich with Turkey and cheddar on multigrain bread.

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    Excellent sandwich. The pastrami was amazing. Recommend the bean salad side. They were very patient with our family of 5

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    Vegetarian chili and Portuguese bean soup hit the spot on a cold volcano day. Service was quick and the food was priced well.

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    Great friendly outdoor restaurant right outside volcanos national park. Sandwiches and a couple of hot food specials, canned drinks.

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    Unprofessional staff and an order of fried rice took almost 45 minutes although there were no other customers there. I can see why.

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    We arrived shortly before closing, but the staff were very kind and took our order for our late,…read morelight lunch. We enjoyed the mushroom ginger soup, which was flavorful and and a soup and fresh green salad combo. Everything was delicious, flavorful, and just right. And the pricing was affordable. Woo hoo! Seated amidst the interesting and unique art of the gallery, with views outside to the gardens, it was a calm and peaceful dining experience.

    After what felt like a long half day at Volcanoes National Park nearby, my husband and I were…read morelooking for a little pick-me-up before heading back to the park after dark. We found Cafe Ono online, but realized it was closing soon. We decided to stop by anyway to check out Volcano Garden Arts, if anything, and we are so glad we did. The staff working at the cafe were so kind and still hooked us up with some caffeine, even though they were technically already closed - we really appreciated that. We got our coffee (good but nothing extraordinary tbh) and a snack, chatted a bit with the owner, and then decided to explore the grounds instead of sitting indoors the entire time. It was so fun to wander through the little shop (with their "please touch" policy) and gallery, check out the outdoor dining areas, meet one of the famous NZ bunnies (I think there were supposed to be 2 though..?), and walk through their forest and gardens. Even on a slightly rainy and damp day, the outdoor walk was enjoyable. The space is whimsically decorated with art, sculptures, and local products for sale, and at times it gave off an Alice in Wonderland vibe. We're not sure when we'll be back in this area or on Big Island in general, but if/when we are I'd love to return and explore again.

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    Uncle Georges Lounge at Volcano House

    3.5(82 reviews)
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    People seem to be all over the place on whether they had a good experience here or not. We…read moreabsolutely had an excellent meal. As this is the lounge, the food choices aren't fancy, but interestingly, the food is prepared in the same kitchen as the more upscale The Rim restaurant next to it. Had two great dinners at the Rim and tried Georges in between. Nothing fancy this meal, but the draft beers were cold filled to the rim, and the gluten free cauliflower pizza was nicely topped with plenty of fixings and cheese. A great meal with a window seat to the volcano offgassing.

    Still love this spot - beautiful historic building with views that you can't find anywhere else…read more Good beer selection. This time, I ordered the fish and chips, and I can't stress enough how awful they were. I bit into the first one and had to spit it out - I couldn't even bite through it because it was so dry and tough. Like jerky. Several tiny pieces of curled-up "fish" were presented on top of a small plastic bowl heaped with extremely mediocre fries. I have never sent anything back in my life, but I couldn't eat this. We were about to go on a hike and I was hungry. I sent it back and instead ordered the somen salad, which was satisfying. The service was great and the fish and chips were removed from the bill. I would eat here again for the location and beer, but I'd only go with a pizza or salad. Reading the reviews now, I should never have ordered the fish and chips to begin with. They sounded so good, but they were so very bad.

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