Hands down consistent delicious food. I generally give them 5 stars. Not today as the service was rude and not consistent with what I've previously experienced. Actually the lady announced it to everyone that "we just let people seat themselves nowadays" to another customer which was towards us. As we walked in we were not greeted. So we picked a seat and sat down. Then we seen the sign amongst all the other signs. Truly embarrassing experience and if she just told us or had we seen the sign we would have known. Ambiance is opened air with little AC. Clean but could use updating of their customer service and signage. read more

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First time coming here and very delicious. I ordered the 6 piece egg rolls ($13) and absolutely loved it. So crunchy and the sweet chili sauce on the side was amazing. For the price I think it's worth it especially when you eat it fresh. Staff is friendly and there was no line when we went. Definitely would come back and try other things on the menu! read more

King’s Vietnamese Cuisine - Egg Rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

I'm giving this restaurant a 4 out of 5 star review for a few simple reasons. 1.) the waiting time for us to order took a while, especially for another customer that was sitting in front of me. When I placed my order they just got sated and when I received my food they were still waiting to be ordered. Not to mention that the waitress who took both of our orders was complaining about her health issues. Sorry that you're going through a lot but I'm just hungry. My family and I ordered the rare beef pho which was surprisingly priced right for how big it was, and summer rolls and dumplings that were soft and had bits of noodles inside. The food overall was delicious and it made us very full. The tables and seating were cheap. We could tell immediately that the tables and chairs were plastic but we didn't care as we only cared for how the food tasted. They also have ginger candy they sell on the side and it's really addicting! I put some in my tea last night and it was a really tasty remedy for a cold night. read more

King’s Vietnamese Cuisine - Dumplings and summer rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

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I looove banh xeo and they do a great job here! There's not many places in this area that offer this dish. It's always pho or banh mi which is great but banh xeo is my favorite. I wish they would make banh khot too haha. read more

The food was mid - in my opinion it was the 2nd best restaurant in Hilo, which I guess could be considered a low bar. The staff were really friendly though, and the prices were OK. The area was tidy but the seats were meant for quick eating. read more

Came back here a year after our first visit, still the best bahn mi I've ever had! The pho is delish too, with tender meat and warm succulent broth. Will definitely return when I'm back in Hilo! read more

Hidden gem of a spot, great food, quick service. Love the huge bahn mi's with lots of pickled veg, cucumber, jalapeño and marinaded tofu. Wish my photo shows how big the sandwich is but I ate half of it. Parking lot is limited but lots of space to park across the street. read more

King’s Vietnamese Cuisine - Tofu bahn mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

Hands down the best Vietnamese BanhMi I've had. Was craving the banhmi for a while and decided to give this place a try. The parking was packed but I was able to find a spot and I was in and out of there within 10 minutes. I ordered the Chicken BanhMi without cilantro. (I'm not a fan of cilantro) the bread was crispy on the outside and soft in the middle, not soggy at all. The daikon and carrots were perfect, not vinegary and it was loaded with flavorful chicken pieces. It's outdoors.. I mean what do you expect from a food truck, however if you plan on eating there, there are picnic tables under shade. I will definitely come back if ever I'm craving a BanhMi!! read more

King’s Vietnamese Cuisine - Chicken BanhMi no cilantro - Vietnamese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

Delicious food. Nice and accommodating staff. The place is beach theme and welcoming. The pho was a nice portion, lots of everything, meat, noodles and soup. Very filling. We also had the shrimp egg rolls and those were really good. read more

Great service, location call to order. Chicken Bahn Mi is the fam favorite, well kept

We placed an order online, but when we arrived, they had not gotten it because of the problem with the computer. BUT.... we still walked out of there in less than five minutes! AND...even if it had taken longer, it would've been worth the wait! The Pork Banh mi was amazing...the best I've ever had! We will be making this a regular spot to grab dinner on the way home; definitely recommend!!! read more

Food is delicious! Fresh vegetables. Portions are just right. Service is great. You seat yourself and menus are already on the table. Comfortable setting. Air conditioning. Take out is available. read more

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I've been eating and recommending Kings for years. They expanded their menu since moving from the food truck and their new soups are so good. I usually order pick up but yesterday I went to dine in with friends for lunch and had the worst service in Hilo :( The older local lady who works the front ignored our party for a good 5-10 minutes while serving other customers and didn't acknowledge us at all as she passed by to serve other tables. We finally got to order by standing up near the register awkwardly staring at her (after she scolded us for not acknowledging her upon our arrival). If I wasn't on a lunch break with limited time, I would've left, but ended up staying and eating. The shrimp banh mi was excellent, but the soup came out just warm so that was a bummer. **I would not go back to dine in and it'll be a while before I take out. read more

Consistently delicious and fresh with convenient location and friendly employees. Relaxed and comfortable environment for to go or dine in. Definitely our go to spot for Vietnamese food in Hilo. read more

Food was tasty. Wait time was very little. Felt like a little hole in the wall place. But the pho was better than a few places in Hilo.

We heard about this place from Yelp Reviews, which let's face it aren't always written by trustworthy people. However, in this case the positive reviews are well founded. We ordered the beef Pho, and the shrimp summer rolls. First off, the summer rolls are HUGE... each is about 6" long and packed with fresh veggies, aromatic herbs, perfectly cooked noodles, and tasty shrimp. The peanut fish-sauce (which I mixed with Sriracha) was the perfect dip for the rolls and my wife thought they were some of the best she's ever had. I agree. A single order of rolls is a full meal by itself, by the way... you could easily satiate a small child with one roll, and my wife could have filled herself with the full order of rolls (3 rolls if memory serves). The Pho was also fantastic. The broth, which is the foundation of any good (or bad) Pho, was delicious, savory, hot, and packed with all the umami flavors we love... The beef was tender and perfectly prepared with salty hints of basil and onion, and I'd be willing to bet the broth is made with a very old recipe passed down... it had the complexity of a broth handmade with pride and passion for authenticity. The truck and the outdoor picnic tables are nothing special, but I couldn't care less what the area or the outside of a truck looks like... all that matters is their food is hot, fresh, and delicious... and on these three criteria we are happy to rank King's with 5 stars. By the way, we called ahead and the food was ready for pickup when we arrived. The prices are a bit on the high side, but top quality food like this takes a lot of preparation and the price paid is fair given the quality and deliciousness. Mahalo for an excellent meal! (which we enjoyed while watching sunset, sitting on our lanai at the Westin Hapuna Beach after a 1 hour drive over the saddle road). Aloha. read more

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Awesome place, fast service. Always kind people. Food is delicious. Prices are reasonable read more

King’s Vietnamese Cuisine - Menu - Vietnamese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

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Came to this food truck when on a day trip for work from Oahu. I love a good Vietnamese sandwich and have to say this place is amazing! Packed with pickled veggies and delicious pork and both were perfect. The bread itself was a step above most banh mi places as it had a developed taste, chew, and just the right amount of crunch. Sadly I don't live near this truck, otherwise I'd be coming here a LOT!! I wish I could have tried their soups. We also got an order of their egg rolls and dumplings, the dumplings were killer! read more

King’s Vietnamese Cuisine - Look at this beautiful sandwich - Vietnamese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

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Absolutely disgusting. The pho broth was almost inedible--overpowered by some strange, unpleasant spice--and the meat was tough and low quality. Even the egg rolls were bad. The place felt more like a cafeteria with folding chairs, flimsy tables, and cheap reusable plastic cups, even for drinks like Thai tea. Definitely not a place I'd ever return to or recommend. read more

King's is our usual go-to for some of our favorite Vietnamese dishes. The menu is limited, but what few things they offer are delicious! My favorite is the Banh Mi with the plentiful fillings, juicy meats, and just the right amount of spice from the jalapeños! This is my other half's go-to place for pho. It's also nice that it's all to-go, making it a very convenient place to stop for a quick meal. read more

I finally found an awesome Banh Mi sandwich right in Hilo, that honestly is one of the best I have had. Bread is warm and crispy, filled with your choice of a generous portion of chicken or pork, pickled vegetables, cilantro, cucumber and tomato. Wow! $9.00 for a Banh Mi sandwich, can't go wrong! I haven't tried their other menu items, but from what customers were enjoying, it smelled & looked delicious . Charming food truck right in the heart of Hilo with outside seating. Friendly service and everything Made to Order. Cash or Credit card. Highly recommended! Will be back! read more

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Neighborhood Vietnamese food truck! Biggest banh mis around, might want to cut in half, 2 people can share. Meat is really good and there's LOTS of it, with just as much veggies but I still might ask for less meat to make it a perfect ratio for my personal preference. Rolls are big as well. His Pho is so refreshing, one of the cleanest I've had but not bland. Made us feel good after. Highly recommend. He even has Banh Xeo, which may be the first on island? Dumplings were fine but I'd rather steer you towards pho and banh mi. read more

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Good food and fast service. Always satisfied with service, takeout or stay. Good lunch selection.

We ate there at our last evening on the big island. I chose this because I'm both gluten and dairy intolerant. The service was slow as there was only one woman serving everybody, but the food was outstanding. When we pulled up, the police kinda looked like a hole in the wall, but the food was a great surprise. I had chicken Pho and my wife had a chicken banh mi sandwich. She had never had one of these before and absolutely loved it and said the flavor was excellent, and the chicken was tender. I think we were the only tourists in the place everyone else was local read more

I get that I got there 40 minutes prior to closing. They were sitting down outside the truck. When they seen me pull up, they stood up and started putting stuff away. Then waited and watched me and my wife get my toddler out of her car seat, walk up to the truck, still didn't say anything till I had to ask if they were still open. Then, (in a how dare you even ask voice) say "no, were closed". Dude could have waived me off when they seen me pulling in the driveway. Or even when you seen me park right outside the food truck. This review was strictly on how they handled the situation. Wish I could have tried the food. But never got the chance. I suggest getting there at least an hour before closing. read more

Difficult to decide on whether I'll have the banh mi or the pho every time I go there, because both are really ono! My favorite is the tofu banh mi and the chicken pho! Salivating just writing this review! read more

Best Bahn Mi ever!! Roll was perfectly crusty outside, soft inside. Veggies were fresh. Perfect amount of mayo. Yummy Hoisin sauce and sriracha to add. And only 7 bucks!! I can't wait to get another one! Cute little picnic tables outside the food truck, super casual and friendly. read more

I usually love this place and their food but was really disappointed with how they denied service to a lady and their service dog. They had signage stating "no pets expect service animals" but when we walked inside they said "owner doesn't like dogs and cats because the customers don't like it." I went outside to double check their signage and let them know it said service animals were okay and this was a service animal. They were adamant about them saying it's what the owners wanted. Very disappointing and also against the law under the ADA. read more

Amazing food truck that's away from the busy streets in Hilo. There are 3 picnic tables in front of a house with tents over them. There was a few viet staples but I opted for the Banh Xeon (Vietnamese pancakes). The guy that took my order was so nice. I recommend you check out this food truck while you're in Hilo. read more

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Got the pork banh mi and it was amazing. Absolutely delicious, would recommend. Food truck on a residential lawn with covered picnic tables. Takes credit cards. Reasonably priced. A handful of parking spots available in the driveway area. read more

I was excited to try it as I've passed the truck many times. Unfortunately I can't leave a review for the food. The menu for pho was many a bit obscured possible a result of time and exposure to the elements. I proceeded to order spring rolls then opted for the "beef flank pho". The person taking my order replied "which one". Again I said "beef flank". He then started to explain that it's beef or flank. Confused I said well what's the difference. He took a deep breath, obviously annoyed by my question and very brief interaction. He then put something down and looked at me and said "look", and before he could continue I just said "never mind, I don't want anything anymore". Glad I did, I found another place less than 2 miles away and the broth was heaven! And prices were reasonable. No price gauging. Anyhow I hope to try this place but maybe with a more Patient person and they can stand to clear up their menu. I'm giving this place a 3 as I think it's unfair to really give this place a review without having had their food. I hope to update this review in the future. read more

Ever since coming back from Oahu, I've been craving a good banh mi. I didn't know what place in Hilo had relatively good ones until a few of my friends posted a picture of their recent banh mis from this food truck, and they looked BIG. I just had to try it! It used to be located at the local Farmer's Market, but I guess due to COVID, they moved their truck in a residential area on East Kawili St, perpendicular to Kilauea Ave, near HCC. They have their sign up on one of the corners and take phone orders! I believe they usually close around 4 or 5pm. Not too sure if they're opened 7 days a week tho. My housemate and I both got the banh mi for $8 each (CASH ONLY). She phoned in the order and upon arriving, she received freshly made banh mi wrapped around with foil by one of the owners. The sandwich was really packed when we removed the foil. It consisted of a generous amount of meat (not too sure if it was pork or beef, tbh, but SUPER tender) soaked in a delicious sauce along with mayonnaise and topped with a generous amount of vegetables (tomatoes (first time having tomatoes in my banh mi), cucumbers, pepper, cilantro, and pickled carrots/daikon). My one mistake was not asking for no cilantro (not a fan). I thought the sandwich would be topped with it but instead, it was meticulously shoved and hidden below the pickled veggies... as if I had to eat 'em... I wished it also had pate but regardless, the banh mi was really delicious. I would definitely come back again to support their business. The next time I do, I would like to try their pho. read more

King’s Vietnamese Cuisine - Two generously packed banh mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

Not very welcoming, uncomfortable seeing them bring food in non food type storage bins to the truck. We had two lunches and it was like $35 for food truck food. It's nice to go and see new option of where and where not to go. I liked the covered sitting area. read more

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King's is an authentic Vietnamese experience. It consists of a small food truck with a small amount of seating adjacent. The food is excellent, fresh, and homemade. They serve the best banh mi we have ever eaten. Their pho and spring rolls are awesome. Highly recommend on your visit to Hilo. The service was fast and prices very reasonable. read more

This is a food truck by the Saturday Hilo Farmers Market. It's a one-man operation, but the food is great, though it takes a while to get your order because he makes everything fresh! I enjoyed the robot shrimp, which is a triangle-shaped lumpia-style flaky pastry filled with pork and vegetables and a whole cooked shrimp and the pork stick, which is a meal in itself! My significant other had the grilled pork on vermicelli plate and it was really tasty and generously portioned! Woo hoo! read more

King’s Vietnamese Cuisine - Menu #1 for King's Vietnamese Cuisine - Vietnamese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

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Delicious pho and the service is always polite and quick, the dumplings are a favorite of mine and the chicken sandwich is just as delicious. read more

Some of the BEST Vietnamese food I've EVER had. My boyfriend and I passed by this food truck on our way to the gym. It caught my eye because I didn't expect Vietnamese food in Hilo. There's not much around here. WOW did they blow my mind. All the food is 10/10. The flavor and texture is all there. The food is extremely fresh. We actually left the area and moved on to the Volcano. However, we were still thinking about King's the next day. We decided to drive back and go for round 2. read more

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This is some of the best Vietnamese food I've had. We were at the Farmer's market nearby but weren't feeling the typical açaí bowls or poke. My boyfriend found this on a quick google search and we took a chance - Sooo happy we did! We ordered a bahn mi and dumplings ($9 each) and the portion was huge!! Coming from NY, we'd expect a small baguette with 3-6 dumplings but this was an extremely filling stuffed sandwich split between the 2 of us and a dozen dumplings. Highly recommend you ask for the lemongrass chili oil to put on top of the dumplings. Definitely a small hole in the wall place we were lucky to find! Authentic, delicious, and very filling. They offer pho and spring rolls, as well as a delicious Vietnamese coffee. Also they take card! Upon finishing eating, immediately wanted to leave a review cause this place deserves more hype and love :) read more

King’s Vietnamese Cuisine - Bahn Mi + dumplings - Vietnamese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

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INSANE. banh xeo (listed as pancake) better than a lot that i've had in vietnam, savory and unreal crispy and a gentle coconut taste throughout. super generous and tasty pho that left me feeling awake and not heavy. dumplings really soft and slippery and pleasant to eat and the chicken/chive flavor is like being under a thick warm blanket. plus the dude running the place is insanely nice and the food's cheap. should be 1.5+ times as expensive. natural, delicate flavors and filling in a way that left me feeling like i just conquered a small country. i never leave reviews because most food at most restaurants sucks. eat here. read more

Best Bahn Mi on Hawaii. I get the shrimp without cilantro. Fresh, fast and healthy food from friendly people. I was SO disappointed you were not there today. Please, please tell us you're coming back. read more