Service was excellent. Nice casual neighborhood place. We enjoyed bi bim bop and bulgogi. I ordered the bi b bop crispy style in a clay serving dish. It was good. Way too much for two of us and we had to take leftovers home. read more

At first stepping in , we were on a kalbi mission, only had two people, mind you it's about 4:30pm. We were seated and menus given. They have a good selection of eats, Japanese and Korean food! We had the kalbi, bulgogi and spicy pork dishes which included rice, miso soup or salad. I have to admit, as I sampled everyone's order the food was Ono! ( good!) the portion as well was on point, not minini! We enjoyed our meal and the service was great too! While in Hilo town last trip here we ate at a smaller place and the food was so so, but this place is a definite spot to return and grind! read more

Restaurant Osaka - Kim Chee - Japanese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

Super delicious but super expensive 2 plates of kalbi ozen shrimp tempura combo + one soda around $110 with minimum $17 tip.

The food is yummy and generous, service is good and the dining room is clean. I'd totally return for other dishes, I had the hamburger steak. read more

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Every time I come to Hilo I always end up at this place. Great selection of Japanese, Korean and American food. It's open till 9pm most days. read more

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Local, friendly, Island-wide flavor menu. Itʻs like going to your auntieʻs house. The food hits the spot.

We are shocked and very disappointed with the terrible service we received the other night. We walked in and were just behind another group of 4 at 7:45pm (closing time posted is 9:00pm). They proceeded to seat that group a couple of minutes after we walked in, but then they unexpectedly told us after seating them that they weren't taking any more tables! We were so caught off guard that we stood there for a few seconds considering if we should order take out instead, but we felt so unwelcome. No explanation. No apology. No offer for takeout instead. We would have been understanding if they were short staffed, needed to close early, or any other explanation. But the way she was so short and unapologetic about it was rude (she may have said "'sorry' we're not taking any more tables", but the tone of it was more like "too bad"- indifferent). As a local family, we used to love this place. It's sad that we will no longer be supporting them after this incident. If you are open til 9, why would you turn away customers at 7:48? We could understand walking in after 8 may be a little late, but seriously to seat that group right ahead of us and then turn us away (no one else was behind us either) is unacceptable. Terrible customer service! We like to support local but disappointingly we won't eat here again. None of us are really the type to even write reviews or complain, but this was egregious and we all agreed a 1star review is deserved. read more

Osaka has been around for decades serving good home style Japanese/Korean food. Recently I noticed it's gotten a little pricey like most food places but they have hearty portions. Food is always consistently good, I usually get the chicken katsu and especially like the miso soup and tsukemono. It's a casual atmosphere and service is always fast, friendly and attentive. One of our regular places to go in Hilo. read more

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My first dinner here in a few years, and although the portions are big the quality isn't quite the same. I had the combination with yakitori and tempura, and the shrimp was all batter and very tiny shrimp. The yakitori was overcooked and chewy, and my wife's butterfish was too salty. But they give plenty, so there's that. read more

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A well established Japanese/korean restaurant in a convenient location. Food here is consistently good and has good, friendly service. Today my wife had the misoyaki fish which she found soft and delicious, which I take her word for since I don't like misoyaki. I had the tempura and Teri beef combo. Tempura was crispy and light and the beef was tender and tasty without a thick gross sauce (the way it should be). Portion sizes are big. My knock is the prices. Wow! My plate was $32 and my wife's was $24. While the portion sizes were big, it still didn't equal out in my opinion. But hey, it's supporting a local business read more

Restaurant Osaka - Misoyaki fish - Japanese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

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Great food and atmosphere with good options for kids. The service was great and staff friendly too.

We love coming to this place! The food comes out quick and service is always friendly. The price is reasonable as the portion sizes are very generous. I don't recall them giving that much katsu for a regular plate. IT WAS PACKED. However, the tonkatsu breading was pretty thin so it was a little dry. The Bi Bim Bap was really tasty and the serving was huge. Definitely a place to check out if you want a mix of American, Japanese, and local style food. Definitely coming back soon! read more

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We all enjoyed our senior lunch posted on their special menu. $24 for a small portion of rice, shredded cabbage salad and fried fish was just too high! The service was exceptional and we all gave a 20% tip. Osaka is a clean and quiet place to have lunch. But watch out for their steep prices on everything! read more

In my opinion, the price isn't worth the quality of the food. Perhaps it was a short staff kitchen because we waited almost an hour for our food. The consensus on the food was that it was oily and under flavored. It all tasted the same unfortunately. read more

Looking for a Japanese restaurant last night and we found one near our hotel . Restaurant Osaka on Yelp their review was about 4.5 stars So we decided to check this out . Got their around 6pm and there's was only 2 tables . Left around 7:00pm at there's was a line. I ordered chicken tofu and it was very hot and good tasting. It came with bean sprouts, mustard cabbage , fish cake , onions. Support local read more

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Our group decided to try this restaurant. YELP reviews seemed promising. Overall the group gave three stars to Osaka. As for myself Igive them two stars. I ordered the Oxtail Soup. At first I was hesitant because of the $30.00 price. Being on a different island I went for it. The taste of the broth was so so. There was three pieces of oxtail. Two small and one large piece of oxtail. On Oahu you get more oxtail and a better tasting broth for five dollars less. The service was friendly, but the food came out it spurts. Enjoy read more

Restaurant Osaka - Oxtail Soup - Japanese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

Wow unimpressed. First time visit. Entered the restaurant to an empty room. The woman host greeted me and seems irritated and antsy. Ordered the chicken teriyaki bento and a fountain drink for $28. At that price you'd expect better service and great hot off the grill chicken. Chicken was cold and definitely not freshly cooked. If looking for a Japanese style food and setting experience, there are many others read more

Service, portions, taste, all really awesome! Good delicious food ....portions- more than enough to eat!

I came here by chance because many other places were closed from 2-5. I was craving Japanese so I came! I was greeted and sat and given a menu. I was torn between tempura and tonkatsu. I chose tempura and wow was it healthy sized! I had taukemono cabbage slaw Mac salad miso soup and an assortment of tempura. I didn't know it was gonna be so big and thinking Japanese food was gonna be little so I ordered a side Kimchee. When all the food came out I knew I couldn't finish. I had amazing service and had conversation with my server. She said the restaurant is over 40urs old and current owners over 20 years. The food tasted great portions large and very welcoming atmosphere. I'll be back since I will be working in Hilo much more. read more

Restaurant Osaka - Shrimp and Vegetable Tempura with tsukemono cabbage slaw salad Mac salad and miso soup. Side order kimchee - Japanese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

I live on Oʻahu and am here with family for the Labor Day weekend. This was the perfect place for us to dine after a long day of errands. Each of us ordered a combo plate. Mine was Tonkatsu & Chicken Katsu. My other family members had Nitsuke & Beef Teriyaki and Tonkatsu & Yakitori. Our food was very generous and so delicious. Service was very fast and efficient. Great location and atmosphere. The next time I'm in Hilo we will definitely come by again. I love supporting our local businesses! read more

Restaurant Osaka - Tonkatsu/Chicken Katsu combo plate - Japanese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

My last visit here was good. I ordered tempura and it was delicious. Waitress wasn't too friendly though.

Meh. Lots of msg in the udon. Food under seasoned surprisingly. Service lackluster. Inside is plain and way out dated. Sure it was the scene at some point but definitely not now. Bathrooms were stinky. Not worth the money at all. read more

The service is always on point, the ladies are so friendly and efficient. The prices have increased due to the rising cost of food and supplies. The food is great and it's a nice spot to have lunch with friends. read more

Restaurant Osaka - Tonkatsu and Tempura Combo..the tempura is delicious - Japanese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

Growing up on the Big Island my parents brought me to Jimmy's Restaurant when we were in town. After moving off island I would still make a point to eat there when ever I visited. Sadly they closed and my parents suggested this restaurant which I think has been here for many many years as well. Let's start off by saying that establishment is clean and small. Parking is limited but maybe I'm not aware of more parking that is available other than in front of the building. Food was very tasty and portions were very generous. I was a bit disappointed in the service. It could be because I'm used to the friendly service I always got at Jimmy's. Our items came out correct and hot. It just took a while to even get our order in and when asking questions the answers were unclear or given with a little sass. But I do give her props she was a one person host and server for the entire restaurant. read more

Restaurant Osaka - Miso Butterfish - Japanese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

Born and raised in Hilo, feels like I've been here hundreds of times. Service was not the best, it's went down from before. Had to walk up to ask for more water, boxes and to order dessert. I ordered the combo tonkatsu/chicken teriyaki and it was better before. Tonkatsu very thinly sliced and was overdone. Food took longer than usual and wasn't that busy. Out of chop steak. Hoping for a better experience next time. read more

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Friendly service. Speedy turn around from order to food coming to your table. Nice ambiance like real chill, intimate dinning. S&S spare ribs was delicious. Recommend.. read more

Restaurant Osaka - Sweet & Sour Spareribs - Japanese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

Ordered the bi bim bap, fried saimin, mochiko chicken and tonkatsu player for dinner takeout. The good was the Mochiko chicken which was tasty and cut like katsu instead of chunks. The potato salad, coco and miso soup were good. The average food was the tonkatsu because the pieces were fatty but nice and crispy. Now the bad, fried saimin was tasteless and all the veggies were limp and looked unappetizing. Service was good and food was ready when they said it would be. read more

I took a friend to dinner here. we're both foodies and enjoy going out to treat ourselves after a long week of work. I tend to watch YouTube videos about restaurants in Japan and Korea and all there yummy foods, so on a whim I told her we should check this place out since it serves both Japanese and Korean Foods. Anyways I'm rambling here...Let's review this place. 1. Atmosphere Grade: A The place may not look like a high fancy restaurant but it has a warm and welcoming vibe and a pretty friendly staff and Customers. It's a nice little hidden gem in Hilo. 2. Service Grade: B+ Like I said the staff was friendly and welcoming, But the time we we're there no one came to refill our empty cups of water, checked to see if we needed anything or ask how things were. And my order took a little longer to arrive then my friends order. BUT I will say the auntie and her coworker were so sweet and the girl who worked the register cracked me up. 3. The Food Grade: A+ OMG THE FOOD!!!...I ordered one of there combination plates which was Tonkatsu ( Pork Fillet that's deep fried in bread crumbs) and Tempura. The plate was BIG! I mean Big and I eat a lot. I almost couldn't finish it, it came with my two choices, a big scoop of rice and vegetable salad. It was soooo good that I forced myself to finish every bit...I wasn't going to waste something so tasty. And my friend had there Bim Bim Bap which came in a huge bowl, though for some reason it didn't have an egg in it. But still she said it was tasty and wasn't crazy spicy like some that she's had before. We we're both very happy campers with our meals. Over All Review: I love it and we're planning to go again to try the rest of the stuff we've read about here on yelp. Can't wait to go again! Over All Grade: A- Though I love the Food and the friendliness, the staff could have been a little more attentive and checked up on us a bit more. But it could have been a number of things from being short staffed or just an off night for em. Mind you it was just the auntie and the girl. Looking forward to our next visit! read more

Restaurant Osaka - Miso Soup - Japanese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

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Went five times within a span of two weeks. Meat Jun best in hilo. Staff always friendly.

Enjoyed their miso soup! Large portions and good variety of Japanese dishes. Will definitely visit again when in Hilo!

Food is over priced. Portions are small. Fountains Drinks is over priced with no free refills. Waitresses had to be asked for services. Place wasn't busy. I had to asked for a larger plate so my food would not fall into the table. I had to ask for a fork and a knife as well as a spoon for my soup. I have over 42 years experience in the food industry and I was disappointed and will never go back there again. read more

The service was quick, waitress was nice. The food came out quickly and the Korean chicken was great! Lots of food, spacious inside and dividers for privacy. read more

Restaurant Osaka - Korean chicken with fried rice - Japanese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

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THIS IS THE BEST PLACE EVER. I haven't been here in so long and I don't know how I even was surviving without this place. Y'all don't know what you're missing out. I've never been so serious about a place, YOU NEED TO EAT HERE. Service 10/10 but the food the KOREAN CHICKEN 100/10 it's better than kenichis I know I'm throwing shade but this place is THAT good I can't wait to be back here! read more

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I've heard and seen this restaurant but never had a chance to check it out until recently (yay, opened on Sundays!). It's located next to a tobacco shop on the main road (Mamalahoa Hwy) before the corner Leung's Chop Suey restaurant of Hilo. Small parking lot out in front. Not too sure if they have additional parking space when it fills up. I got their kimchi fried rice with Korean fried chicken. It came with a delicious miso soup that I loved and salad. The portion was huge! The entire plate was filled with kimchi fried rice and then topped with the Korean fried chicken on one side. The fried rice was alright with some flavor and wasn't too spicy which worked in my friend's favor. The Korean fried chicken was delicious! Crispy with a sweetish tinge. Loved it! It wasn't one of those chickens that was just the skin. My friends also ordered a tofu soondubu and seafood soondubu which were also both delicious with deep flavors. The tofu definitely a kick of spiciness, but it was kind of really oily near the end. The seafood soondubu had no spice (great for the non-spicy lovers!). I also stole some of my friends' kimchi and daikon sides (didn't come with fried rice combo) and these were fermented/salted really well! I wanted to take the entire thing for myself, but they said no saaaad LOL. This place has a variety of food to choose from that ranges from Japanese to Korean to American styled cuisines. Definitely a great place to stop by if craving any of these! read more

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We stepped in around 3 PM for lunch. The restaurant was empty which made us a bit apprehensive but we had the plate. It came with soup, 2 kinds of salads, 2 servings of chicken and rice. 2 of us had lunch and we still had leftovers. Really good value for money. read more

Restaurant Osaka - Mochiko chicken - Japanese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

Food is always spot on!! Cool refreshing drinks are walkways awesome. The company is best of all. Spicy pork GöøD Korean chicken is winnahs Fries are the best comfort food. Korean fried rice is good GöøD!!! Jus go and have a drink or two!! The food is always good The service was good too!!! read more

Restaurant Osaka - Japanese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

The food was really delicious. The waitress was great as well. I highly recommend this place. My Korean Ozen was about $30. My stomach was full and happy. Although it was a bit pricey for 3 people but again delicious food!!! read more

Restaurant Osaka - Korean Ozen - Japanese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

This hidden GEM is the best restaurant in Hilo. Never dissatisfied, service is great. Don't expect your food to be flying out of the kitchen because they are busy but we'll worth the wait. Look online at the menu before ordering, know what you want before going in. Have options if it's not available. Usually only one or two waitresses- so be patient. Excellent In everything! read more

I'm a frequent shopper at Big Island Delights, and being next to Restaurant Osaka, I've often considered giving it a try. One day, I finally decided to stop in for lunch solo after my shopping at Big Island Delights. The restaurant had plenty of seating, and I found a table spacious enough to set up my laptop and work materials so I could eat and get some work done as well. While there were many food options available, I found the prices to be on the higher side for dishes that were fairly standard. The food was decent, but nothing extraordinary. The service was good. read more

Always good food. Always. My favorite is sweet sour spareribs. Meat is super soft, melt in your mouth. You can't find sweet sour spareribs like this. No one takes the time to cook it right like Osaka's. read more