Quaint local restaurant that has a creative menu with a personal flare of the Owner chef. Staff is…read morevery knowledgeable about their menu and makes excellent recommendations. My husband and I sat at the bar and enjoyed the excellent company of our bartender server who gave excellent descriptions of the menu items ...making our mouth water before we even ordered our dinner. At Her recommendation, we enjoyed the ricotta gnocchi's As our shared starter and the pan seared local Opah fish dish which was amazing.. Reservations are highly recommend as this is a locals favorite... so tables fill quickly.. and you don't want to miss this exquisite restaurant in service and food quality!

I usually avoid writing reviews for heavily reviewed businesses, but I'm making an exception for…read morethis one as it was the best eatery my wife and I visited during our nearly week long honeymoon on the Big Island split between Hilo and Kona. We ordered the risotto, fresh catch (marlin), crispy rice, gnocchi, and finished off with the mac nut ganache mascarpone pots de crème. We did share a Lemon peel lemonade cocktail. The Lemon peel lemonade was basically spiked lemonade. Well balanced for being a tart oriented drink, but I didn't care for the floating bits. The risotto which comes in full and half order, was very rich and had chunks of mushrooms for flavor. We're glad we got the half as this was a heavy, rich, and cheesy entrée on its own. If you love risotto, you will love this dish. The marlin was perfectly cooked and balanced out with a locally inspired vegetable succotash. Fried bits of kalo were also added in for added texture. The special and new item, the gnocchi was the star of the show. This is by far the fluffiest gnocchi we've ever had. Crispy on the outside, little potato clouds of fluff on the inside. The gnocchi came over a tasty sauce with bits of fried onion for absolute perfection. The crisp rice was recommended by Yelpers and it was alright, crispy rice with a spoon of poke. Not bad, but did not live up to the hype. Get another order of the gnocchi instead. It's fairly rare to see pots de crème on restaurant menus, specials or not, so we had to get this. It came in a cute little glass jar, with rich chocolate and mascarpone flavor with a hint of mac nut. This desert was an absolutely delicious perfect end to the meal. You can make reservations online, street parking is quite limited, and it can get busy as the night goes on, so recommended to get an earlier dinning time. Staffs regularly checked in on us and were polite and efficient.

Loved the ambiance and staff. Staff were welcoming and explained the menu well…read more A Spanish theme menu was the special of the week. It's innovative and a welcome change from the regular menu. It's good to try different cuisines. An appetizer, salad, entree and dessert was served and had the opportunity to match it with wine. Next week is French cuisine. Another opportunity to dine in and try out the dishes.

Let me start by saying that a couple of the ramblings from a few of the Yelp "elite" are wild for…read morethis place. Some people need a tissue because they are doing a lot of crying. With that out of the way, on the with the show. What worked for our visit: The space and the ambiance. It's a beautiful old building and the bar is both classic and classy. Yes, it can get a bit loud once everything starts to fill up inside, but it's not that big of a deal. The food with one exception was very good. The 1/4 loaf of garlic bread is an excellent value starter with good flavor. Also very solid were the fish & chips and the guava BBQ glazed ribs. Truly hard to argue with any of that. By the time we left, the restaurant was very busy for a Monday night but there were zero issue with the service. Water glasses were refilled in a timely manner and there was never a long wait for anything. A+ on the spacing and pacing. What didn't work: The one exception and I realize this might come down to personal preference, but this was our last stop before heading home and over the week I had imbibed in my fair share of Mai Tais and this one especially at a $15 price point is a no from me. Surprisingly bitter in a semi off-putting way. That one was definitely a one and done. Overall, it was a very solid dinner, and I would have no issue coming back and in the end to me, that's what it's all about. www.jackiereyshilo.com/dinner-menu

Hands Down amazing restaurant!…read more Our waiter Garratt was outstanding--friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome from the moment we sat down. He was knowledgeable about the menu, checked on us throughout the meal, and made the entire experience even better. I ordered the special Macadamia Nut Snapper, and it was absolutely amazing. The fish was perfectly cooked, incredibly fresh, and the macadamia nut crust added the perfect flavor and texture. My wife ordered the ribeye, and it was very tender, juicy, and flavorful Between the incredible food, relaxing atmosphere, and exceptional service from Garratt, this was easily one of the best dining experiences we had during our trip to Hawaii. We will definitely be back the next time we're on the island. Thanks again Garratt! Sea Bass and the fellas all the way

Another fabulous experience at Tommy's! Garrett provided excellent service. He knows the menu very…read morewell. This time I had grilled Kampachi, that the chef was able to prepare for me without the usual marinades. I'm very sensitive to alliums (garlic, onions), so this was very important to me. What a luscious, fresh, and flavorful fish! Manager Jason was involved from start to finish and insured that every food item was prepared correctly for my needs. My wife had the filet mignon with mushroom gravy. It was cooked to a perfect medium rare and was so tender and delicious. We shared the biscuits as an appetizer. They are very good! Lastly, the ambiance is truly very nice. The open air vibe makes for a wonderful atmosphere and a great evening.

Beautiful location right on the main road in Kona with an amazing view of the water. The food was…read moredelicious, especially the fresh, locally caught seafood. The clam chowder was seriously THE BEST I've ever had! It's an absolute MUST! It is a little pricey, but you're in a tourist town, eating fresh seafood with an ocean view, so that's pretty expected and I didn't think the prices were outrageous. Good service. The decor is a little outdated, but honestly, that's kind of part of the Hawaii charm. We tried quite a few of the popular restaurants along this stretch while we were in Kona, and The Fish Hopper was easily our favorite.

The Chowder I Still Think About…read more We stopped by for our first meal during a staycation in Kona. Right across the water, we had the most beautiful view. Our friendly server raved about their clam chowder and told us how famous it was. Of course, I had to get a cup. My only regret? Not getting the bread bowl for a bigger serving. The chowder was rich, creamy, and so good that I still think about it. You know a dish made an impression when you're regretting the size you ordered long after the meal is over. Definitely a must-go-back the next time I'm in Kona and cruising down Ali'i Drive. And yes, I'm getting the bread bowl next time.

I have tried these guys out several times over the last few years and let me say if you have not…read more What are you waiting for. I love it when I see these guys at fairs or markets because they have the best little treats. They are also always in a great mood so it is always a pleasure to do business with them. I love the traditional ones especially warm, but I would recommend trying all the flavors. The tarts are always creamy and the crust is light and flaky. I swear I had pictures but cant find them right now probably because most of the time they don't last long enough to take pictures.LOL. Ok well if you spot them at the next event you're at make sure you grab some of these treats because they usually sell out fast. Until next time. Aloha !

If you've ever been to Portugal, odds are you tried--and maybe fell in love with--the famous tiny…read morecustard tarts known as pastéis de nata, a treat available in nearly every bakery and coffee shop in Lisbon and many other areas. I know I did! So I was excited to discover Maui Nata food truck, a locally owned small business that offers these unique treats here on Maui--including the classic version as well as flavors that showcase Hawaiian favorites like coconut, lilikoi, macadamia nuts, chocolate, and purple sweet potato. Ingredients are locally sourced as much as possible, and the tarts are handmade. Each one is a flaky, buttery, and creamy delight--you'll have a tough time picking a favorite flavor! They're available fresh or frozen. They don't have a fixed location or schedule, but instead do pop ups at various places, like the Maui Sunday Market. Follow them on Instagram or subscribe to their newsletter to find out where they'll be next: https://instagram.com/mauinata?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Ohana food trailer is the best food trailer in the universe for it's menu is extra super…read moreawesome!!!!!!! Ohana food trailer's universally praised hawaiian style ube malasadas is the greatest in the universe. To people around the world and locals alike, give ohana food trailer a try for they are super awesome!!!!!!!

From the owner: Ohanafoodtrailer chefkeali’ikoa is local born with culinary back bone history of 35 yrs plus and…read moreknow culinary school All hand on training.futures our 100 percent organic ube moist flavored ube malasadas .Which is maid fresh on site day if event and rated best on island and visitors frm other states .Serving local and Pinoy cuisine And we’re locally owned family operated We specialized in all catering event private event bird wedding funeral ect

BOMB We all got some…read morecombination of shrimp, short rib, and furikake chicken, which were incredible! The short rib was soooo tender, the shrimp was plump, and the chicken had the perfect fry on it. We loved the sauces that came with it, as well. The sides we got ranged from white rice, kimchi fried rice (fave!!), pickled cucumber, corn, and Mac salad. Place was packed but service was so quick! Tiny place but people were friendly and let you share tables.

Kailah, the cashier, was super helpful when ordering. Definitely knows how to mix and match what I…read morewanted to order. I got to Garlic Furikake Chicken (mini size plate) with a free side of Kimchee Cucumbers and Pork Belly Adobo Fries. The Garlic Furikake Chicken was super delicious! I'm so glad I got the sauce on the side, if I had it on, it'll be too much. The furikake really is so good with the chicken. The Pork Belly Adobo Fries is good but a bit too salty for me. The Pork Belly Adobo was the one that is really salty to me. The fries were really good and is crispy and soft on the inside. I'm glad I didn't order a whole order for that. Definitely need rice or something to balance the flavor of it. Plenty of indoor seating. Plenty of free parking. Water is tap water if you bring your own bottle.

What a cute little bakery shop!! It more than a treat shop…read morebut I actually got better stuff here than Merrie Monarch craft fair!!! Whaaaat? Yes I got the most gorgeous hair clip right at that store. The little fruit tart were delicious So glad we stopped there while visiting Hilo. Mahalo!

New storefront and bakery in the heart of Hilo. Reserved parking stalls next to the front door…read more This location is also next door to Hilo Lunch Shop. Stop on for coffee, bagels, desserts and cute hats or gifts. They're also a few tables for indoor seating. The owner and friend running the front counter were very friendly and personable. Service was quick for our specialty coffee.

Napua has always been a great restaurant, but the recent changes to the indoor/outdoor dining area…read moreand the new menu are even better than before. Amazing beach-side dining, the food was great and on par with anything you would get at the two 5-star hotels in Mauna Lani, and our server Jasmine was FANTASTIC! We'll be back soon.

Service was excellent. Super friendly and accommodating staff!…read more Food was okay. Overpriced. Not many options on the menu. Wouldn't make the drive to dine here unless you're already in the area or staying nearby.

The service, local food, and location ...also awesome choices to eat the Pancakes is unbelievable…read morehuge and there waitress service is amazing and fast the prices for eating your choices is amazingly affordable and walking out with full satisfaction

We are regulars and love the food here. Especially the pancakes and waffles…read more Plenty food, never again order short stack of pancakes.