Pete&#x27;s Belly Bustazs

Chicken karaage was really good, super juicy and tasty. The people were especially nice. Would def…read morego again!

We wanted a last meal before board our flight home to Oakland. We spotted the YELP for Tenkatori,…read moreand while it was a ways from where we were, we went anyways... What a delight. Very clean, modern spot, a friendly family business! We had two chicken dishes- the karaage thighs, and a yakitori bento, and both were great! Plentiful, freshly fried (we were a little late, they have 2pm closing but they served us cheerfully). Service was amazing, and the other customers seem to be regulars! When the server had a moment, she told us that this is a Japanese franchise, and they also serve some of mom's special sides, which they have on a digital list. That's going to be our go to next time we are in town. What a find!!!

Table seating for dining

Kaarage bento

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Orchids, from loyal customer for one year anniversary

Cafe 100

3.9(663 reviews)

1.4 mi

I liked this place, went twice in two days. Not sure why the reviews are so low…read more tried the hilo boy, katsu loco moco, double loco moco, and half and half with fried fish and patty the shoyu chicken was soo tender and seasoned well. and the katsu chicken was so crispy and tender as well. they do their chicken justice the teri beef had good flavor and beef stew tastes light and got good meat chunks in it. super affordable and quick service! yummy food and good portions

Home of the loco moco! Came to Cafe 100 on a Friday for lunch with a large group of students, and…read morethis was the perfect spot to grab a quick lunch. There were various options for everyone and easy ordering on the kiosk with pictures, which was super helpful. The dining area is spacious and breezy. I got a green river and portugese sausage loco moco, which are two of my favorite things! A lot of places don't have green river, so it was a pleasant surprise to find it being sold here. The Portuguese sausage was juicy and the gravy was the perfect consistency for the loco moco. I loved how many different meat options they had for their loco mocos. Definitely recommend coming here for a quick bite!

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K's Drive-In

3.5(177 reviews)

1.0 mi

Hilo and loco mocos go hand in hand. No other island in the chain of Hawai'i or anywhere else in…read morethe world does the loco moco rate with what's served on Hawai'i island. K's maintains that claim with flying colors. Awesome gravy, perfectly cooked easy over eggs, and decent hamburger patties make this a must for that similar loco moco craze that I experienced during this recent trip home to Hilo. I promise you, you can't go wrong here. Lots of parking, lots of covered seating, very friendly service, lots to choose from menu-wise, and bonus being attached to a liquor store (Kadota's). It's been years since I've been here, I'm so happy to see they're still around. Slightly disappointed i have to order mac salad separately, and a double loco is mot the standard large plate lunch size, rather a slight smaller. That's ok, honestly, I shouldn't be eating so much stuff that is the loco moco for one meal anyway, much less having one 3 days in a row. But, I'll be back when I'm back. Delicious.

It's been at least 15 years since we ate here and was happy about the experience…read more Ordered a plain double Cheeseburger. Got the burger and bun without the cheese. Charging almost $9. For the burger? Mushroom Swiss burger was also ordered and was sad being over charged for it also. Disappointed to da max.

Gravy Burger!!!!!

Plain double Cheeseburger without the cheese. Charging almost $9. Hopefully it'll be better next time.

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Blane's Drive Inn

2.9(147 reviews)

2.4 mi

The food was so fast and it was delicious. The service was on point and the food options was large…read more No forget the free miso soup.

Love the slush float and specials. The Korean chicken wings and roast pork are my staples.read more

Chicken Katsu mini

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Fried Akule plate & miso soup

Zippy's Hilo

2.7(369 reviews)

2.7 mi

So good . Location…read moreinside the mall next to petco and the arcade . Huge portions , fast service : Korean fried chicken sauce was bomb, slightly sweet and not too salty or sticky.

Located inside a mall this is a must try when visiting the islands . Only located on the islands…read morebesides Vegas. I love they offer an allergy sheet to let you know what contains diary . Staff was extremely friendly and offered suggestions to try. Inside reminds me of a Denny's atmosphere but with photos of the island on walls. Food was good and has a great variety of choices . Pricing in general on the island is high so it's considered average .

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Poke N Sides @ the Hilo Farmers Market

4.4(174 reviews)

1.0 mi

Locally owned & operated

Established in 2015

We stumped on this place looking for a quick lunch pick up and I was pleasantly surprised because…read morethe poke bowl was so delicious!! Ahi was super fresh and just a right amount of seasoning and spiciness. I had to go back very next day for another poke bowl . They have burgers too and kids enjoyed their food too. Definitely I will be back again when I come to Hilo!

Perfect simple breakfast with spam an egg rice and the Kolbi ribs handsome the best I've had on any…read moreisland. The real big treat delicious I will be coming back.

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Ola Brew - Hilo

4.2(467 reviews)

1.5 mi

Locally owned & operated

Women-owned & operated

Love the vibe here and the food is awesome. Our server was Zack P and he made the experience top…read moretier. He's super sweet, great recommendations, and super quick service! He made the experience at this restaurant 10/10.

We have been fans of their canned drinks for years, but this our first time visiting them in Hilo…read more The brunch menu was delicious and it makes me sad we don't live on the same island. Some people were watching Sunday football, but not in an intense way. A great place for a sport fan that doesn't want a cliche sports bar.

Brussel Sprouts

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Dark chocolate orange hard cider : slightly bitter with subtle orange notes pairs well with the shrimp.

Just Cruisin Coffee

4.2(455 reviews)

1.3 mi

I honestly can't stop thinking about their coffee! I need…read moreto get my own espresso machine. My go-to drink I got 3 days in a row while I was back home was the Iced Breve - espresso with cream, with no sweetener & no added flavor. It was perfect for me. I wish I got the large every day I was there. Because I was busy with things throughout the day. It kept me alert & awake with no crash (which most coffee does to me :( ) - but the breve from here didn't. For those watching their sugar intake, or wanting a keto-friendly drink with a good balance of espresso coffee & cream fat, I highly recommend this. All the other coffee shops I went to while on Oahu, I couldn't find breve on the menu. I first tried this place a while back in 2017, my cousin brought us here. And got the Iced Toddy, cold brewed coffee, which was way too strong for me at that time. We went inside this time, it's a small shop. It's a drive-thru as well, so it's perfect when it's raining out. Service is 5 stars as well. All of the drinks we got were onoliscious, no complaints. I miss this place. I will do my best to make my own at home till I come back. Mahalo & Alohaaa!

10/10 always a must have whenever I'm in Hilo! I always get a peanut butter frappe my favorite!!…read moreAnd a bagel breakfast sandwich! Something about the combo and it being from just cruising it just feels like home in a sense. Also the drive thru aspect is so fun. The baristas/servers are always so nice and have a smile. Can't be in Hilo without just cruising coffee. Also the signature whip cream makes my heart happy.

Fresh mango smoothie!

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Iced Mac nut latte

Hilo Burger Joint

3.7(1.1k reviews)

1.3 mi

Solid burger and vibes! Can be a little dim in there for older people or people with bad eyesight…read morebut the ambiance was nice and there's an outside dining area. I got the bleu cheese burger medium rare, a solid choice that I was satisfied with and the crispy fries and sweet potato fries were yummy too! They offered a free birthday burger so that was such a lovely addition to my night, and the selection of beer was solid as well. Shout out to the bartender working on 6/18 when a drunken patron bothered our group. We were close to leaving anyways and I made sure to speak my mind to him, but the situation was handled well by the bartender and the staff was apologetic despite it not being their fault so hopefully the rest of their night went well! I will be back to try out more appetizers and other burgers as well

We're going to start by taking a star off right from the beginning. Why? If you log on to the…read morewebsite they have an immediate prompt about ordering online via the Toast platform, except t's never currently enabled. Whatever. We're staying close by so I drive over and make the takeout order in person. Super easy and a member of staff is there to take my order as soon as I walk in the door. After taking my order and payment, I'm told to hang outside at a red bench in their courtyard which I guess you could also eat at but also serves as their de facto holding pen as another guy is also out there doing the same thing I'm doing. After 15 or so minutes everything is brought out to me. Caprese Burger - California Burger - Bacon Cheese Burger Let me start with what's good. The burgers were all cooked to their requested temperatures. The fries were also decent as well and many packets of ketchup and mayo were put in the bag if needed. What's not good. The buns are not toasted so in a takeout environment they become straight up wet diaper soggy and it's also disconcerting when you ask for the bacon to be cooked crispy and it's served white/soggy/limp and barely cooked. Everything seemed nice enough inside and if ever back on the Big Island I would probably try HBJ again, but if you're taking online orders, please enable the platform and if not, remove the website prompt that you do and cook the bacon dammit, wet noodle is never fun. (3.5 rounding down)

Dining Area at Hilo Burger Joint

Jalapeños poppers w/Thai chili sauce

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Mushroom burger

Kuhio Grille

3.6(494 reviews)

1.2 mi

After a long hike, this was exactly what we needed! The food was absolutely delicious, and the…read moreportions were huge, but perfect when you've worked up an appetite. Everything tasted fresh, flavorful. The service was just as impressive. Everyone was warm and welcoming, and our waiter was fantastic. she checked on us several times without being overbearing and made us feel genuinely taken care of throughout our meal. This was our first visit, but it definitely won't be our last. Between the incredible food, generous portions, friendly service, and beautiful views, this place exceeded our expectations. If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and stop by! you won't leave hungry or disappointed. Edit: Try their desserts!! we took it to go and immediately had to add this to our review

Ordered the Kanak atak with beef and pork option and overall the experience felt a bit overhyped…read more The laulau was bland, while the kalua pork was somewhat salty but more flavorful. The poi had a pleasant texture, though the haupia was too sweet for our taste. We upgraded from rice to fried rice, which was fine but unremarkable. Surprisingly, the pickled onions and chili water were the highlights, adding the most flavor to the meal. Service was efficient but felt rushed and impersonal. Our waitress checked in, but did so while walking away, making the interaction feel routine rather than attentive. Overall, the food was ok, but not memorable enough for us to return.

Interior

Kanak Atak! Very good!

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