Absolutely amazing local Korean spot! The food quality is outstanding -- everything tastes fresh, authentic, and consistently delicious, especially for the price. It's honestly hard to believe you can get this level of flavor and portion size at such a great value. I've been coming here since I was in high school, and the taste has never changed -- always on point, every single time, even after over 20 years. The service is just as wonderful as the food. The staff are friendly, efficient, and genuinely welcoming, making you feel like part of the community. Best of all, there's almost never a wait, so it's perfect when you want something delicious without the hassle. If you're looking for high-quality Korean food at a great price with fast, warm service, this place is a total gem. read more

We picked up lunch from here for our office and is one of our go-tos. It's super easy to call in an order and pick it up. The portions here are huge and the food is delicious. I got the 2 choice meat jun and spicy pork. I love meat jun, and this one did not disappoint. The meat was juicy and the batter was slightly sweet. read more

H & K Lunch Shop - 2 choice spicy pork and meat jun - Korean Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

For over 15 years my family and I loved this place. Whether u need one good plate lunch or a solid bento to start your day off this place was and continues to be the shit. From good variety on the bento choice, solid value on the portions and price and especially taste this place always hit the spot. The only thing keeping me from coming daily like I used to is the lack of the custom bento. Don't get me wrong you won't be disappointed at the offering but I'm sure we all crave some different combos at least id like to see back at some point. Love this place and outside that never change! read more

I went to H&K on a Wednesday morning before 10AM after looking through Yelp and selecting H&K for a bento before flying out. There were a selection of bentos sitting on a table in front of the counter but I went to look at the menu first. The lady there told me that the hot kitchen was not open yet so all the could sell me was a bento. So, I selected a Teri beef, chicken katsu and meat jun bento. I regretted my purchaser right away. The Teri beef was the toughest I've ever had, jerky like. I kept dipping it in the katsu sauce to moisten the meat. The Katsu was chicken I think. It was sliced amazingly thin cut so I couldn't tell if it was chicken or pork. It was also dry and tough, worst I've ever had. I did like the meat jun and the daikon pickles. Really doubt that I would return. read more

H & K Lunch Shop - Selections of bentos in the AM - Korean Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

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Great Asian/Korean food in premade bento boxes. Good assortment of choices for take out only

Ono bentos and great prices! They open early too so you can stop by to grab something for work or potlucks. My favorite is their beef Kim bap but you can't go wrong with whatever you get here. read more

H & K Lunch Shop - Beef and fish Kim bap and chicken Katsu and meat jun bento - Korean Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

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Korean food style bento boxes that were picked up. The amount of rice to banchan ratio was decent. The food tasted like what it's supposed to taste like. Nothing too crazy, which is great if you need a simple lunch. The meat was dry, thin, and hard to tear, but the fish battered in egg was delish. Will come back if I don't feel like packing lunch for work. read more

H & K Lunch Shop - Korean Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

When I was a kid, my lunch boxes were mundane every day same ole', same ole... Nowadays, I've grown up from stale lunch boxes to flavorful bento boxes and one of my favorites is at H & K Lunch Shop. H & K doesn't have any indoor or outdoor seating but don't be fooled by this little kitchen because it serves out some big plates with some big smiles. The prices are fair, and their bento boxes are packed with delicious bites of comfort food flavors. The atmosphere is always cheerful and the staff is friendly. During the lunch hour rush, you'll see people coming in and out all day with smiles. Personally, it's my go-to place when I need a hearty ono lunch. 감사합니다 Gamsahabnida. read more

H & K Lunch Shop - Location - Korean Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

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Food was good. Just got to catch them when they are not slammed because everyone wants this place in Hilo!

Pre-COVID time, my friends and I would go here on a weekly basis for lunch because their prices are insanely cheap for the amount of food given. It's located in a small "shopping" area next to the East Wind Chinese and Kitchen Umeko (Japanese sign) on Lanikaula Street. Parking is quite limited for the food area and the lot itself is relatively narrow. I love getting their bentos that come in either premade or own choosing. They offer a variety of protein and sides options that are all amazing. I would usually get their BBQ chicken or beef which came with meat jun, one mandoo, kimchi. Loooove it! For the price paid ($6-7) and amount food you get, a definite yes from me! I've actually never gotten their plate ones (which you can order!) because their bentos are already very filling. Definitely recommend this place for a quick bite for lunch! read more

We showed up at lunchtime on a Thursday, and the kitchen was closed to custom orders. There were a couple of bento options -- combos of teriyaki chicken, kaarage, jun, and fried mandu. We also grabbed the fish cake kimbap and some cucumber kimchee, the only other two items available. Everything was fine, but not special in any way... I normally love kimbap, but this one was very plain, with the tiniest bit of fish cake per bite. Wouldn't go again. read more

They only had bentos today, but they were tasty and filling. Lady was super nice too! Forgot to take pictures.

Tiny Korean hole in wall that sells lunch plates but were sold out by the time I went. They had a few different bentos so I picked up two. Each were 9.50. However they were kinda skimpy on the rice and there wasn't too much flavor in any of the proteins in either bento. They were nice and maybe their other items are better but I was a little disappointed read more

H & K Lunch Shop - Chicken fried, dumplings and eggs with beef. - Korean Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

H&K is a great lunch shop with ready to go bentos, sushi rolls and musubis. Food is great and prices are fair. You are always welcomed upon entering with great customer service. read more

Hands-down my favorite takeout place in Hilo! I always get the fish kimbap, and it's only $5 for a huge tray! If you like meat, they also have a bunch of bento box options. Definitely a must-try in Hilo! read more

H & K Lunch Shop - Fish kimbap - Korean Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

If you (and/or your SO) are hangry, I do not believe this will alleviate your problem... This is in a little lot area off of Kinoole and Lanikaula St. Parking is somewhat limited but it doesn't get too bad. From the moment I got in line, I felt quite rushed. Hearing the customers before made me nervous because the lady at the counter was asking questions fast and moving around fast with this rushed attitude. So service is fast, but certainly not pleasant. We ordered the bentos - one was Mochiko Chicken & Chicken Katsu and the other was Spicy Pork & Meat Jun. Mochiko Chicken was actually pretty tasty. Chicken katsu was alright. Spicy pork, just a little fatty, and not too spicy. Meat Jun was okay. Also ordered the side of kimchi, was watery and not at all good. Highly DO NOT recommend! Okay but after we ate, WE WERE STILL HUNGRY. Yeah, the portions in my pictures give you an idea of how, um, little we were given. Prices , well, not justified to their portions. You can easily go elsewhere for a heartier bento for a cheaper price. Taste? Okay, maybe like 3/5. Service? 1/5: *snap Price? 2/5: I was hungry Go back? Maybe...if someone else is working... Just wanted to update this review: OWNERS SUBJECT TO PUT SIGNS UP SAYING "NO CUSTOM BENTOS". Not sure if this is because we ordered 3 custom bentos LOLOL but we saw this sign a little after we came here and I thought "WOW!". I guess these businesses can do whatever they want, huh! read more

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I feel like I'm cheating on another Korean spot but this place is another place that's just so Ono. Never disappointed! I usually grab the bentos since it's ready and I always finish it! My fav here is the bbq chicken and meat jhun. read more

We stopped in our our way around the island on vacation. Ummmmm - YES PLEASE!!! Yummy, affordable, and the nicest person working the front EVER!!! Everything we had was delish, and prices were so incredibly reasonable. We had braced for an expensive lunch venture just given that we were on the Big Island, but our total was about the same as a lunch at Chili's at home... and of course, WAY better!!! All of our kids (ages 3, 7, 8, and 9) ate every bite, plus they tried some of my and my husband's meals. We ended up taking our lunch to Hilo Bayfront Park (where there are restrooms with soap!) before heading over to Two Ladies for mochi on the recommendation of H&K. Seriously a perfect meal!! read more

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Great food! It's difficult to find Korean food. Simple, easy take out. They have bentos too.

Went there for the first time couple days ago. My curiosity got the best of me as the line went out the door at 11am in the morning. So I'm like "whas going on ova hea? Why da line so long?". So I ordered maki sushi labeled "c" and "b" not knowing the difference. Kim chee fried rice looked average. Deep fried sweet potato in an andagi batter and a couple other things. BOY WAS I BLOWN AWAY. Little shop, nothing special. THEN YOU EAT. GOOD LAWD!! The maki sushi had beef (b) inside and the (c) was for chicken. I ate it while car moving in da car wash. Was so ono that I came out of the car wash, went back and bought some more. Best sushi I ever had. It was perfection for me. I don't eat raw fish but this with da beef and chicken was a winnah! The Kim chee fry rice was perfect. Andagi with yellow and purple sweet potato was so ono. I went back again the next day and was thinking about it today. So good!! Dey make bomb bentos too. Lastly let me rate the service...only one lady in the front of house. She's pretty efficient! At times the line wraps outside the building and this is a LUNCH spot so she really tries to process all the orders quickly as most people only have an hour lunch. She's always friendly and kind when I go but its SHORT AND SWEET. She doesn't have time to sit there and talk story. I'm giving 10 out of 10 for service. I had my own restaurant in Cali so I how how hard it is to work quickly and and efficiently while people are HANGRY. I try to be patient and have my order ready when I get to front of line. All dat waiting is worth it. I go at least twice a week. Favorite: BEEF AND CHICKEN MAKI SUSHI. addicting!! read more

I really enjoy the food and it's very convenient in and out in minutes and the food and selections are great.

This was a great find. I got a box with the pork teriyaki chicken and dumplings. It looked so small, but I could barely finish it. Really tasty and a great price. I think I paid $10. Anywhere else it would've cost me 15. read more

Hole in the wall spot that turned out to be a delicious surprise. Generous and tasty portions of Korean/Hawaiian inspired food. They have choices of bento boxes or plate lunches with many options. Their attention to detail comes down to the plating which is organized and satisfying to indulge. The staff was very friendly and helpful too. Come check them out and support your local business! read more

Great little hole in the wall for a quick grab and go! Definitely will be back if we're in the area!

First time eating at this spot. I called in an order. I did have questions about the sides and noodles because I am very picky when it comes to Korean food. The lady who was working the front was very sweet and informative. Service was very quick and when I picked it up the lady at the front was so nice she said she put some cabbage in my plate to try since I was unsure when I called (the nice gesture really made my day.) Super good amount of food for the price! I ate it for lunch and dinner. Highly recommend if in Hilo. read more

H & K Lunch Shop - Combo plate - all meat jun, replaced rice with all noodles - Korean Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

Solid spot for a good Korean bento. Got the meat Jun bento and if my memory servers me right it was about $9. I laughed at the sign that says "touch it you buy it". Not gonna bring my kids in here before I gotta buy the whole store. Food was tasty but my only knock is that I ran out of rice before I finished the meat. Gotta have my rice with meat. Next time I gotta portion control myself to let the rice make it to the finish line. read more

Never disappointed when I come here to grab food. Staff is friendly and food is always good.

Very good food , we went back for seconds , very friendly , and great price ,nightly recomandanding

Kalbi plate is the best! Need to wait for 8 minutes but that only means it's hot off the grill deliciousness! Big servings and tasty choices! My go-to for pick-up-and-go bentos too! Tiny place with great food! Always satisfied! read more

Delicious! Bentos on the go from early morning. Hot line starts at 10 am where you can order specifics. Parking a little tight but otherwise awesome. read more

Very good Korean bentos and reasonably priced. They have different bento combinations and you can also make custom orders. I will definitely be back. read more

H & K Lunch Shop - Korean Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

H&K never disappoints - jus' love their Bibimkooksoo!!! Always a friendly smiling face from the girl I always see and she is always helpful. Great customer service! Thank you for taking my single order over the phone since it's always a gamble for parking. :) read more

This place has got to be my go to spot for Korean plate lunches. The service here is fast and friendly. Their portions are pretty good too, especially their sides. The prices are still affordable and they haven't raised the prices much over the past year. Everything there is good and they give a Decent amount of food. Their side dishes are very tasty too! My favorites are the Bean Sprouts, Tofu, Taegu, Kim Chee, Mac Salad, Seaweed Salad and Spicy Cucumber. For the Meat choices, I like to get a 2 choice combo of either the Chicken Katsu, BBQ Chicken, Mochiko Chicken, or Kalbi. I have to say that I'm also addicted to their Fried Mandu. I can easily eat a dozen by myself, but usually get a side of 6 pieces :-( its that good! They also have $5.50 bentos available, if you're in a hurry at lunch time. The only down fall would be the very small parking lot. It's a shared lot with other eateries, ugh! That's the reason why I'm giving this place a 4 star. read more

H & K Lunch Shop - $5 bento - Korean Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

I am not going to lie, H&K is very fast and convenient for a student like me who is hungry and in a hurry. They have pre-packed bentos on sale usually on a table when you walk in. They vary slightly on what is in your bento but thery usually have Meat Jun, Mochiko Chicken, Katsu and etc with sweet potato and some Kimchi over rice. Their food is just OK. I am Korean and I know how real korean food tastes like. I cant say these food is authentic because obviously they arent and I am sure they know they are just selling local, hawaiian type of Korean food. The girl at the counter, however, is pretty rude. She never says hi and shes always rushing. I dont know why she cant be nicer. It bothers me a lot but just because I cant find any other place to go I see myself coming back. Yeah, she's fast and trained well but she needs to put on a smile. I mean, in the end, it is all about customer service. Parking can be hard during lunch time so drive safely and accordingly. read more

"You don't need a silver fork to eat good food." H & K Lunch Shop is a go-to quick lunch stop for me. Selling a variety of bento lunches for $5-6 a piece, along with the quality of the food, it's a hard one to beat. At any given time, there is a table full of warm bentos ready for your consumption. In these bentos, you can find delectable dishes such as meat jun, korean chicken, mandu, kimchi (different styles available in each bento), chicken katsu, and other things that I'm sure I'm forgetting. Long story short, the variety of foods that you can get for a great price is certainly not lacking. Also available are combo meals. For a three-choice plate lunch, it's around $10. However, unlike some other venues, you really do get your money's worth here. The rice will be piled high, and there is no shortage of each choice in there. In fact, if you were able to eat an entire plate, I would applaud you. The one gripe I have with this place is the parking situation. Since it's a very small restaurant in a very small shopping center (with most of the parking reserved for other places. ugh.), there's not exactly a ton of spaces during lunch hour, when it's busiest. It's to the point where I find it easier to simply park somewhere close and walk over to the shop. However, that's not enough to get me to stop going here, and I'd urge you very strongly to give it a try yourself; even if you need to brave the poor parking situation! read more

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Good place for take out Korean food. I have been coming to this location ever since they had opened back in 2004/2005. Service is fast and friendly. The portions are good. Although the food is put on a warmer for the customers to see, they don't make a huge amount; they make enough to keep the food fresh as long as possible. You can either go a la carte or 2 choice combo with side order of veggies and mandoo. The most tastiest dish is their korean chicken. Spice is good enough, and tastes so much better when they just made it. Although I have moved away from the Big Island, I try my best to make it to this little shop everytime I come to visit. Yeah, its that good. :-) read more

Tried the $6.50 bento, beef, chicken, egg with somekind of beef inside and rice. It was good. Kim Chee was good too (I don't like the sour kind). I'd return when in the mood for Korean bento. Although, would be nice if they offered the Kim chee on the side for free or charge less than $1. I forget what they charged but was more than expected. I needed it, yes I needed it, so I paid. Glad it was good. read more

H & K is my favorite place to get bibimbap from. I'm vegetarian, so I always get it without meat but they always add extra vegetables for me. For $14, the portion is good and the sides are always fresh and tasty. I also had the fish kimbap and was not disappointed. read more

H & K Lunch Shop - Bibimbap w/o meat - Korean Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

Very good Korean food. There is a variety of food to choose from the steam table, if your in a rush. Plates include: One or two scoops of rice with your choice of: Korean chicken, Chicken katsu, Meat jun, Mochiko chicken, Saba fish, Bbq chicken, Spicy pork, and Kalbi if your willing to wait a few minutes for it to be cooked. You can also choose a combo of two entrees, if you can't decide on just one. Your choice of either mac salad or long noodles with veggies, and three other sides also, which include: tofu, cucumber or regular kim chee, bean sprouts, seaweed. They will also give you one piece of mandoo with your order. Prices are fair which is about $7 for a one choice plate with the sides, or a little under $9 for the two choice with the sides. They give a lot of food on the plates, so trust me you won't go hungry!! In fact most people I know can't finish the plate in one sitting. You can take out or eat in although there is only three tables to eat in, so I recommend take out. The service is very friendly and fast. read more

love all their Banchans and meat and fish jun.. Also their Gimpap sushi rolls! great portions and friendly staff..