Great selection. Helpful staff and convenient location (tho parking lot is a little tight). They…read moreoffer shipping and can help with packing for traveling as well. They have a variety of flavors for kettle, taro, sweet potato or mix chips. Not just about the kettle cooked potato chips of my childhood. Loved the Hawaiian Chili Pepper Taro Chips.

The TARO chips!!!…read more The cashier was amazing. So welcoming and knowledgeable. They have a rewards program (stamp card). Beware of the samples!!! You will buy more than you can carry. Thankfully they offer free shipping for orders more than $80.00 Side Note- The slightly burnt chips are amazing as poke nachos.

Ono lau lau's!! Gotta still try everything else on their menu!! Still undecided on what to try…read morefirst but I probably will figure it out when ordering again.

I didn't get the 4 for $7 deal got the mainlander 3 for $10…read more Anyway the lau lau is serious son! as they say here broke da mouth! Perfectly done pork wrapped in taro leaves cooked to perfection. Thank you sir and next time hook up the 4 for $7 deal bruh!

Sure, they are very similar to Big Island Candies in ways, but yet they have their own specialty…read moreproducts which I enjoy. The gift shop in Hilo is small, but easy to navigate and purchase. Great place for gifts! Who else makes heart-shaped arare?!

Owner Carla my New Angle. My 80 yr old Sister and I were on Vacation on the Cruise ship recently…read moreand got lost walking in Hilo during there big parade. Carl was getting gas as I walked up to ask where we were and how to get back she handed me a Cookie from a box on the front seat and took the time out of her day to take us back to the Cruise Ship. I live in California and I don't think anyone would go out of their way like this Angel did. We made it back to the Ship and home safe and I will keep the cookie in my Curio Cabinet to remind me how Carla and the Hawaiian people are so thoughtful. Aloha AL Pedrani-Rio Vista, CA.

Everything is amazing! Parking - awesome…read moreStaff - super friendly Food - omg, delish And while you wait, browse the crack seed area and buy some snacks! Love this place!!!

Crack seed. For us…read morelocals in Hawai'i, these snacks were childhood staples. The crack seed store, a classic place where vibes of nostalgia are generated every time I walk into one. 'Cause I grew-up with li hing mui and arare. There's a small number of locally-owned crack seed shops on the Big Island of Hawai'i and in Hawai'i in general. This is one of them, the "local-style candy store" for an island boy like me. I enter 5-Spice, located in East Hawai'i after the intersection of Kilauea Ave and W Puainako St, heading south. I remember frequenting this business when it used to be at Puainako Town Center. Their popularity over the years gave them the ability to move to a larger space. Now independently located in their own building with ample parking. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Would I be able to control myself, holding onto what's desired without adding anything extra? It's always impossible for me to do so. Everytime. Yummy preserved items in large display jars, others placed in vacuum sealed bags. All priced by-the-ounce. I become curious, wanting to taste it again. I go to my favorites, seeking them first while browsing through the visual display of many others. Cracked seed goodness on one side, bagged candies and sweets on the other. I've seen this all before yet, I stand still with the desire to place it all in my hands. And I sure do, my hands are full. I mail them to the U.S. mainland in care packages, travel to the neighbor-islands as omiyage, and personally enjoy them at work or at home as snacks. They make great gifts for friends and coworkers too. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Let's talk about food, where mouth-watering plates and yummy burgers are prepared. Bentos are packed to-go on the countertop. Offering an extensive menu for a take-out, all made to enjoy outside on picnic tables or elsewhere. Daily specials are available along with catering + platters too. Front service by the team at the counter is pleasant, attentive. Gratitude is always extended for every purchase. Comfortable, courteous, welcoming. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ "Meat Jun Plate" A light egg batter and thinly sliced beef served in an upscale fashion due to care in preparation and quality of flavor. The soft and indulgent texture of each meat jun piece, perfectly seasoned + cooked. Your choice of tossed greens, purple sweet potato or macaroni salad. "Honey Chicken Plate" Featuring a crazy yummy sweet and savory glaze, sticky and glossy. This sauce, this recipe creation is glorious. Chicken pieces are tender yet slightly crispy on the exterior. "Bibimbap" Freshly made Korean banchan, thinly sliced seasoned beef over white rice. I pour the gochujang over everything and mix-in the sunny side egg, bringing forward a creamy texture along with heat + depth. Choose the sweet potato salad as your side. "Gravy Burger Combo w/ French Fries" This massive burger patty is filling, satisfying. Charred and smothered in rich brown gravy served with lettuce and mayo. Choose the sweet bread bun, the seasoned salt on their fries makes all the difference. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Delicious food to-go with generous portions, sealed bags of cracked seed items + sweet treats at 5-Spice. For enjoyment at home, to share at work, gifts or omiyage. Find this charm, this unique and tasty experience on the Big Island of Hawai'i - East side. Locally owned and operated.

My go-to grocery store. They cater to the local community and support the local community. I love…read morebeing able to make it my first stop in the morning to get breakfast, lunch and groceries for home later. Sometimes prices are a bit high for certain items, but if you watch for sales, they aren't too bad! I shop at KTA at least 3-4 times a week.

Way bigger than the downtown location, plus they have a selection of Two Ladies mochi just like…read moredowntown. Checkout was a little backed up but not bad. Plenty parking. Big selection. Decent prices. Everything you need in a market. Also got some perfectly yellow local bananas - back on Oahu, it seems like all the apple bananas are greener-than-green and take 10+ days to ripen. We were able to tear into these in the car!

OMG Dont sleep on Safeway's poke. They are the beat especially their pepper poke. My brother got…read moreme a poke bowl and it is delicious. They also give a lot. Worth the money.

The customer service male employee is so UNFRIENDLY! He should NOT be in a customer service…read moreposition. Plus the only NICE cashier they have is Theo. The rest are very unfriendly 99% of the time. Michelle in the office and Michelle in the deli are wonderful!!!!

Big selection of beef jerky, big selection of crispy red jerky. Lots of candy, especially gummy…read morebears. All kinds of flavors, mango, strawberry, green apple, and more. If you like beef jerky check it out.

The KitKat bags looks old and when I checked they expired three months ago. After we left I saw the…read morecandy my kids' got expired 4 months ago. I didn't know you were allowed to sell expired food. Nice smaller selection of specialty jerky, but I guess just check the expirations dates before you buy anything.

Great outdoor (covered) market. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Hilo. Best on Saturdays and…read moreWednesdays. Clothes, food, decorations, knickknacks, souvenirs, etc. great produce from local farmers. A must for anyone touring Hilo.

So many ch fun an, beautiful arts and crafts and lots of local fruit , vegetables and food to…read moresample.