The service at Thundering Seas is always professional and caring. Keala was very helpful in helping…read moreMike pick a wedding band. The presentation when the purchase was made was nothing short of astounding.

Impressed by this faith led local business! The owner is amazing she sized my rings, cleaned and…read moretested my diamonds! I have visited twice and both times I walked out feeling so good about my experience leaving lasting impression! They do repairs here, custom designs and support the local community with food drives and I have to say this business is one to support! Mahalo Nui loa Brandi!

if you're inclined towards using eco friendly items and are drawn to body products enhanced by…read morelocal, pacific scents, or if you appreciate the artistry necessary to craft hats and other items, this store is going to be right up your alley. we walked in and i fell in love! i spent a lot of time talking to the owner who engaged in a length conversation with me. it was honestly the highlight of our day trip to hilo. she's so knowledgeable in terms of weaving and has a phenomenal woven vintage hat collection you should gaze upon and appreciate. each and every one a true WORK OF ART! great sarongs and other items typical of pacific culture. some beautiful matted prints, jewelry, women's and men's clothing, a section for babies and also locally sourced cleaning products that keep the planet in mind. this is a store where you can tell they care about every aspect of the business down to the small details. it was so nice to see a business like this amidst others in the row on kamehameha street facing the bay that carry more mass produced items. hana hou stands out as a true GEM.

My husband ordered the ahi belly plate and I ordered the mahi-mahi fish sandwich. The fish was so…read moregreat and my hubby even saw a fisherman delivering a whole Ahi

John is the finest jeweler in Hilo…read more Owner - Goldschmidt Company

Best jeweler in Hilo... awesome personality & beautiful work. John's the best. Did a beautiful…read moreremount for me.

I needed a watch battery right away while in port and they were able to take care of it right away.read more

My daughter was wanting a jade bracelet and we found a beautiful one at Bobs Jewelers. They were so…read morehelpful, my daughter tried on quite a few bracelets before we found the perfect one!

Love Dolly and her handicrafts. Been going here for YEARS and her store just keeps getting better…read moreand better. Nice to see her store getting lots of love in Japanese tourist mags and other tourist mags as Dolly is an honest, hardworking lady. All those "island" items you see in the Hawaiiana section of Wal-Mart, KMart etc? Even items you see at International Marketplace? Dolly has these and more but at cheaper prices. Like the first reviewer, yes, she gets her items made in the Philippines but with quality materials and passes on the value to her customers. She loves her purses and has such a cute selection that she imports from all over Asia. Very cute things in here. Also sells a bunch of locally made products like coffee, artwork, music etc. During Merrie Monarch, her store gets raided for the lauhala bags, long shell necklaces and kukui necklaces and nuts, super cheap here. She and her staff are very friendly and helpful and she's very easy to work with if you need a special order or mailing, and if you buy a lot, try ask for a little local love on the pricing. So to recap: Pros: -LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION, right in the mix of the World Famous Hilo's Farmer's market. -Selection and Quality -Helpful and friendly Staff Cons: -She's only in Hilo and I live in Honolulu =(

This place has a lot of items to choose from. It is a mix of cheap imports sprinkled in with…read morelocally made items. The prices are hit or miss. I was able to pick up a cool patch and some bracelets at a fair price. Many of the items are also across the street at the farmers market so price check if you have the time like we did. It is worth a visit. The staff was friendly enough.

Mahalo...mahalo...mahalo Darlene! I received both of my custom outfits and they fit perfectly! I…read morelove them! Darlene was very helpful with our granddaughter's pink dress (which she loves) and my two outfits! She measured me so the outfits fit perfectly and I was able to choose the fabric color/design/style! That's what I call awesome customer service! I'll definitely stop by again when I'm in Hilo town! If you're looking for local Hawaiian attire, made well, and great value, check out Darlene and she'll be more than happy to assist you in finding a beautiful outfit!

I've had several bespoke shirts for my husband and dresses for me made. All have fitted us…read moreperfectly and the fabrics and designs are amazing. I'm looking forward to my next order

Pretty orchids! Unique way to artistically use them to…read morepreserve their beauty! Jewelry made with pressed flowers for those that don't want big flowers to adorn them

I first saw Peter's work at a little booth at Dole and felt like this was the type of jewelry I've…read morebeen looking for all along but didn't realize it until I saw it! Pretty pressed flowers and brightly colored algae put into a pendant, bracelet or ear rings (among all the other options!) was so lovely. His show at the Made in Hawai'i Craft Festival was even better. I couldn't decide which piece I liked best and made a mental note to check out the website. I didn't have too much disposable income (ahem) at the time but always kept this jewelry in the back of my mind. (they're not pricey either I just work in the non-profit world ;) Fast forward it is about to be my sister's birthday and I thought the ivory locket would be perfect: an elegant way to say I love you by putting a picture of the two of us as kids inside. It was last minute and I was reluctant to try and ask for a piece right away as each one is made to order. I thought I would try and call and lo and behold Peter was so gracious and accommodating- he rushed the order for me and two days later I had the necklace in my hands! It is a charming locket with a vintage appeal: just what I needed. Peter was so helpful, letting me know when it would be mailed and the estimated arrival, working with me all the way. He is a truly classy gentleman and it shows through his work. Now I'm planning to order MY piece of jewelry :)

Right off of Banyan Drive near the entrance to Liliuokalani Gardens sits a little art shop. Being…read morenearby the hotels, there's always the concern you're about to enter a tourist trap but thankfully this place is far from it. Banyan Gallery offers art, jewelry, cards, and small handmade souvenirs from artists in and around Hilo. It's a great place to stop in and buy something meaningful either as a memento of a trip or gifts for people at home. It's a welcoming little building with colorful items in the windows and a table outside. Prices are consistent with unique handmade items - it's not cheap here. I bought a pack of printed cards on my last visit. I'd recommend stopping here on your next visit, you might find a treasure.

Fabulous collection from local artisans; great variety! Friendly personnel. Love it. This clever…read moreshop is nestled in the stately, majestic banyan trees. If you're looking for an unusual gift that represents beautiful Hawai'i, look no further! There is bound to be something here that will catch your eye.

The store was full of interesting knickknacks, whatnots and thingamabobs from Hawai'i, definitely…read morelives up to the name. The best part was the owner Keli'i. He was lovely to talk to! Very knowledgeable about all things Hawai'i, as well as being an authentic craftsman in his own right.

TIKI DAVE of TIKI DAVE'S TERRIFIC TRIPS / TIKI DAVE TRAVEL highly recommends you stop by The…read moreKnicknackery while visiting Hilo. I researched Vintage Shops in Hilo and this one definitely lived up to the hype. Great proprietor and an amazing vintage collection. TIKI DAVE highly highly recommends THE KNICKKNACKERY for anyone looking for some amazingly unique vintage finds. I will be making a video of my experience so...and here it is! https://youtu.be/yVi4ZEcMw3g?is=0GTf-vESLcn0BX0_ Please subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/@TIKIDAVETRAVEL And follow! https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565274777775&mibextid=ZbWKwL https://www.instagram.com/tikidavetravel/?__d=1%2F%3Fhidemenu%3Dtrue

Cute gift shop in downtown Hilo! Anytime I want to send a cute Hawaii themed item to my best…read morefriends in the states, I like to stop here. They have things for both keiki and adults. They do like supporting local businesses as well, so make sure to support them to support other local businesses too! How perfect!

Shopping in Hilo Town, Hawaii…read more.. I remember the name of this store... I was here decades ago when I was active with the Jaycees (Junior Chamber of Commerce). We would have meetings on the Big Island every so often. After our gatherings, we'd roam around the town! This store still has amusing gifts, practical items, and cute stuff! It has postcards, jewelry, t-shirts, plushies, baby items, children's toys, Aloha shirts, soaps, lotions, books, Hello Kitty merchandise, tote bags, greeting cards, and more! Service is very friendly! The nice lady at the cash register asked me about my Shohei Ohtani shirt... LOL! Note: this store didn't have air conditioning... shucks! However, there's free street parking all around the area!