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    Pine Tree Cafe

    4.1 (1.4k reviews)
    Closed 6:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Classy
    Good for groups

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    Fried mahi mahi with rice, loco moco
    Ariel C.

    Nice casual place with a decently sized parking lot, so it wasn't hard to get a spot even though it was pretty busy during the lunch rush. We ordered at the counter and were able to nab a table, but it was pretty busy since there were so many people. There are some outdoor tables nearby though in case it's really full. Food was pretty quick and simple, and there are lots of options. Only complaint is that the mahi-mahi was kind of dry and tough so it was hard to chew. Otherwise flavors are good, portions are not bad and seems like a nice easy place to grab a quick bite.

    Teriyaki pork plate.
    Bryan W.

    Warning! The portions are so huge. I should have shared a plate with my wife. Cost about $20 but equivalent to two meals! The macaroni salad was so good! Teri pork was great. They took a while to prepare the food, but it was really busy. A lot of other menu items I want to try next time. I was walking around looking at everyone else's plates.

    Specials menu
    Carlie H.

    Stopped by Pine Tree Cafe after a nearby coffee tour and it was a solid pick for lunch. The menu has a good amount of variety, which worked well for our group of 6 adults and 1 toddler. Seating was a bit tight, but we were able to squeeze everyone at one table. I ordered the pork adobo and it was the standout: tender, flavorful pork with two scoops of rice and a side salad. Everything felt satisfying and quick, and at $20 it was a good value. Great spot for a fast and delicious lunch.

    Keizzel C.

    Nice local spot near the airport to grab a quick bite. Pine Tree was our first meal on the Big Island and it was a great taste for what was to come! It's in a plaza and we came around lunch time all the tables were taken but people are pretty quick around eating or grabbing on of the tables outside. We tried a loco moco (small so just one patty) and then the fried calamari. The loco moco was solid - rice was cooked well and the patty had a nice char taste to it. We were sharing a meal so the small was devoured quickly but if you're hungry I would recommend getting the large with extra gravy. The shrimp dish was a little underwhelming with the 6 pieces and the size in comparison to the pricing. Would probably skip it and get the chicken next time after reading reviews. Their menu is massive and even some specials so be sure to read it ahead of time if you are unsure what you want to try. They also have some combos so you can mix and match under $15. As we were waiting we noticed a case with desserts and drinks but we didn't get to try them this time. They looked decadent though!

    Pine tree bento: teriyaki beef, hot dog, spam, fried chicken and fried calamari
    Jennifer N.

    FOOD - Pine Tree Bento: teriyaki beef, hot dog, spam, fried chicken and fried calamari over rice. Everything was very good. 4.5/5 SERVICE: Fast and friendly mom and pops restaurant. 4/5 FINAL THOUGHTS: I would come back. The food was good and there's tons of options. I like that they have half portions too.

    Spicy Garlic Chicken & Katsu Dip
    Amelia C.

    Went to Pine Tree Cafe on a weeknight. We ordered 2 combo plates, one with the spicy garlic chicken and katsu dip and another with spicy garlic chicken and shrimp. The Katsu Dip was amazing, it was the perfect balance of crispy and sweet and the chicken was tender on the inside. Highly recommend the Katsu dip. The spicy garlic chicken was good and I enjoyed the sauce drizzled on the top. It is not really that spicy though, which I am completely fine with! I think the I'm the plate with the shrimp, there could have been some more shrimp. Service was a little slow, however it was during dinner so to be expected and the staff was kind and helpful, additionally the food makes up for it. Good price for the amount of food. Left feeling full and with leftovers. Pine tree cafe has lots of options for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and a casual ambiance that is good for families. You order at the counter here as well. Overall, would come back when in the area!

    Spicy pork on the left and katsu dip on the right
    Annie S.

    Got the spicy pork and katsu dip. My husband thought the spicy pork was too fatty, I liked it though. The katsu dip was unbelievable. I thought it was going to come with sauce on top, but instead it's dipped in sauce before being cooked. I've never had a katsu with this much flavor!! Highly recommend. For sides, you choose white or brown rice and can get Mac salad. Seating Tons of tables inside for small and large groups. There are also some tables outside for groups of 4. When we were there for lunch on a weekday it was pretty busy and all the tables inside were full. Bathrooms These are located outside around the corner as part of the shopping center. Parking Easy parking, there is a shared lot. Vibes Super chill inside. No need to look nice.

    Spicy garlic chicken
    Kylie S.

    The spicy garlic chicken was underwhelming, and I think I'd rather go down the street. Some of the pieces were too tough to bite. Flavor was good, but not that spicy. Mac salad was okay, I think I tasted tuna in there as well? Otherwise, service is always friendly. Counter service but plentiful seating inside. I have enjoyed the breakfast from here before! It's a very casual spot but convenient if you're on the way/heading from the airport.

    Fried Pokè
    Linda G.

    Pine Tree Cafe knows how to serve Hawaiian comfort food! Food packs so much flavors! Lots on the menu but I went the chicken katsu which was out of this world. It's crispy and flavorful and the side of mac and rice makes for the perfect meal! Still dreaming about this meal.

    Loco moco
    Bradley L.

    I ordered a double Loco Moco from this place and the serving size was enormous. My girlfriend and I were able to split it between the two of us and I felt it was more than enough food to feel full. (I usually eat a ton if that means anything) They have a huge menu which serves breakfast as well as regular dishes and hamburgers.

    Loco Moco ready SEP2025
    Franklin M.

    Every time I'm in Hawaii I go every day to a different restaurant to try out the Loco Moco. The prices are reasonable here so you order at the counter and they will call your number when the food is ready, the service was quick. The meal was more than enough to feed two people and it was very fresh tasting but I added a little bit of sriracha sauce for flavor and heat.

    Sean Y.

    Stopped in for a quick lunch on the way to the airport. There was a slight line and I had to wait for a bit...someone in the back noticed the line and came to take my order. Ordered the Pine Tree bento... Food came quick and looked slightly like the description...overall appearance for the price was ok... Overall I prob would not order this again as the food was just ok. Nothing stood out and the portion size for the price was just average... Have had other things here that were better so this was probably my fault for ordering the wrong thing...

    Crispy garlic chicken and fried poke

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    What do they have for drinks?

    They have a variety of sodas, juice, and water in cans or fountain drinks. Order a large Fruit Punch!

    Is this counter or table service?

    Counter service. They'll call your name when your food is ready.

    Yes, please: Do they have wifi?

    They do not.

    Any good GF lunch options here, other than a salad?

    Here's their website where you can find their menu: pinetreecafehi.com. A lot of their food has soy sauce and/or is fried, so I'm not sure.

    What time do they stop serving breakfast?

    M-F 6 am - 10 am Sat 6 am - 11 am Sun 6 am - 11 am

    Can you deliver to the airport?

    They don't deliver. Uber eats may though.

    Does this restaurant deliver?

    We currently do deliveries for large orders and caterings.

    Do you have saimin or ramen?

    They have Saimin

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