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    Good for kids

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    Avocado Wrap
    Marjorie A.

    Great place to stop for a smoothie or lite bite to eat. This is a very casual, roadside stand with outdoor seating. Serving staff are friendly and courteous. I tried a smoothie and the avocado wrap. It was the perfect combo for a brunch time meal. All produce is grown locally on their farm so you know it is fresh.

    Garden burger with Swiss, sprouts, cucumber, tomato, onion, pepper mayo on a brioche bun. Served with slaw and fruit.
    Jeff B.

    Wonderful food, service, and ambience. We stumbled across this place on a little scenic drive on our 50th anniversary. How delightful. Our first ever taste of rambutan. Looks funny but delicious. They even gave us a free bowl of rambutan as an anniversary gift.

    Patio area.
    John F.

    My wife and I dropped in here after seeing all of the Yelp reviews about the place and decided to see if it lived up to the hype. We were in the area after exploring the nearby botanical gardens and were hungry for lunch. So we grabbed a table on the patio and ordered up a Farmers Favorite Smoothie and an Ono Mamas Fish Wrap. We were not the least bit disappointed! While the smoothie was not quite as sweet as I would have liked, there's no question it was of high quality, and the wrap was to die for--super delicious and a good size. Yes, it's a bit pricey, but you most likely will be very happy with the quality of your meal or snack. Who cares if it's "touristy"? Stop in and see if you enjoy it as much as we did. :)

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    We we were driving to Akaka Falls and stopped at this establishment. DO NOT MISS THIS ONE!!!! We got the Ono Mama's Fish Wrap. This is a flavor sensation! The whole thing is so yummy. I almost want another one. The owner is awesome and super friendly. Run, don't walk to get some grindz at What's Shakin'!!!!

    Pina Colada Smoothie and Fresh Squeezed Lemonade
    Laura H.

    Is there anything better than stumbling on a gem when least expected? We were exploring around Hilo and the general area one day and were crusing the four mile scenic drive when we stumbled on What's Shakin. We had already eaten lunch earlier but we were warm and ready for a nice beverage. I chose to get the Pina Colada Smoothie (Pineapple Sorbet, frozen farm grown Banana, Coconut cream, blended with Pineapple Juice) and my husband got their fresh squeezed lemonade that was sweetened with a local lavender honey. Service was great, one of the best lemonades we've ever had, and the smoothie was so refreshing - it all just hit the spot and was a perfect pit stop in our day.

    Sandwich's, The best smoothie's around.
    Nicole S.

    This place is a little JEM, along the way. Stop get a smoothie or quick bite. You won't be disappointed. Alo

    Krajicek K.

    Best fruit smoothies I ever tasted - real fruit and no added sugar! Hardest working people - basically, 2 people working here: taking orders; preparing food and drinks; and cleaning the tables. We were there around 2-3PM. There was a line. Be patient with the order because we are on vacation. Beautiful area - it is a green and lush farm/garden surrounding.

    Avocado wrap
    Mamie L.

    Great avocado wrap, many fresh veggies. Nice seating area outside for a smoothie/food shack.

    Fish wrap platter and ube shake
    Hanna O.

    I visited What's Shakin' twice during my stay on the Big Island and had a pleasant experience both times. The first time around, I ordered the Groovy Guava, which I enjoyed, but not enough to order again. I'm not much of a smoothie person, I've come to learn, and would much rather have my smoothie in "açaí bowl" form. I had my eyes on the fish wrap, but only had a small wad of cash on me, which wasn't enough to cover the cost of both a smoothie and food item. My second visit, I came prepared and ordered the fish wrap and the ube shake. What a homerun of a meal-choice I made! Let's start with the ube shake; this was absolutely delicious! A great balance of ube flavor along with the coconut cream. bananas, and apple juice. I slurped up every morsel I could! Now onto the fish wrap. While the price point was a bit hefty (just over $13), I absolutely LOVED it. Wow, was the wrap astronomically delectable! From the freshness and crunch of the fish, to the fresh vegetables drizzled with a delicious sauce, this fish wrap left me wanting three more. I paired the fish wrap with many-a-drizzle of the hot sell they sell up at the front counter and it took the flavor to the next level! It came with a side of cabbage slaw and fresh cut fruits which were also tasty, fresh, and hit the spot. Although a bit pricey, I enjoyed every bite and slurp that I had. I highly recommend this spot to any and all who are in the area and wanting to try the best fish wrap in town. I will definitely be returning the next time I'm on the island just to experience the fish wrap all over again.

    Pina colada shake

    10/10 fresh shakes and smoothies. Beautiful location just outside of Hilo. Beautiful drive out to it too. Super friendly staff. Highly recommend.

    Konner E.

    Great place to stop for a smoothie and a quick bite to eat! Smoothies were delicious, but I wish the menu wasn't so limited. My husband had the fish wrap and enjoyed it!

    Brigitte L.

    My hubs and I originally came here 16 years ago when we were first married and our first trip to this island! We immediately remembered this place when driving by abs had to stop. I remember getting the banana bread the last time we were here. So of course we had to stop and eat! We ordered a beef hot dog and 2 of the kickin chicken wraps and a lemonade. There was a line to order but it moved quick. When it was our turn to order, the staff was extremely friendly and welcoming. When I ordered the lemonade she's said I got lucky because it was the last one she had for the day! SCORE!! It was yummy too.....sweetened with honey rather than sugar. The hot dog was big and so good. Hubs and I shared that and the chicken wrap so we could get the best of both. The wrap was my favorite! Served hot hot and so fresh and full of flavor! Love the salsa and fresh made beans. The beans really add to the overall flavor because my daughter got a wrap too but with no beans. Hers was good but ours was better because of the beans. They also have fresh coconuts available for purchase. How cool! They'll crack them for you to enjoy fresh coconut water directly from the coconut! If in the area help support local and stop in for some yummy goodies.

    Avocado Wrap
    Prath C.

    We visited this place on a weekday afternoon on the way back to Hilo and after seeing the Akaka Waterfalls. There is only outdoor seating available. The view is gorgeous from here as it is situated right next to their farm, where most of the ingredients are sourced from. There was relatively little wait We ordered the Avocado Wrap and Groovy Guava Smoothie. The Groovy Guava smoothie was delicious and creamy. The Avocado Wrap was fresh and tasty and super creamy as well due to the sauce and avocado. Overall, it was delicious and fresh. Price-wise, it was pretty reasonable. Definitely recommend this place and the food, as it's super fresh and a great place to pick up something quick to fill that hunger craving.

    Fruits for sale grown at their farm

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    Various fruit shakes are delicious!! and fish wrap also! Not inexpensive but good quality

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    Purchased a papaya smoothie and it was absolutely delicious! Such a cute little shack on the side of the road with a friendly staff.

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    Amazing food! I got the Ono mamas fish wrap and it was phenomenal! Very filling and you get what you pay for.

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    Came as a party of 2 at noon on a Sunday, and we were seated right away! The ambiance definitely…read moregives a nice island sports bar vibe. Only street parking is available. There was also live music with a lady playing guitar solo and singing! Service was amazing! We never had to wait long to order/get the bill. We were most impressed by the fact that the waitress made sure to split our Hilo local plate into two plates to make it much easier to share! We almost thought we had received two orders because of how well-plated they were. - Poke tower (8/10): Solid choice for an appetizer! There were ample portions of poke, and the flavors were nice. Not a super stand out dish though. - Hilo local plate (9.5/10): If you want to taste a wide range of Hawaiian cuisine in one dish, I would highly recommend getting this one! The Kalbi ribs were sooo good! They were juicy, tender, and bursting with flavor. The Kalua pork was pretty good, and both meats paired well with the rice which had an interesting savory haupia sauce drizzled on it. The mango chili slaw and pineapple salsa added a nice tang to balance everything out. - Triple lilikoi pie (5/10): Wayyy too sweet and sugary for our liking, and you can barely taste the lilikoi flavor. We ended up just picking at the graham cracker crust and couldn't finish the rest. It seemed like one of those desserts that are premade unfortunately, and we wish we hadn't ordered this dessert.

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    4.3(1.3k reviews)
    6.8 mi
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    When we lived in Kona, we would frequent the Jackie Reyes there. The food was good, but for the…read moreprice, the entire experience - not even the old, nonfunctional classic car out front - was worth it. BUT, the Jackie Rey's in Hilo has now become our go-to fine restaurant in Hilo town. The building is classic. An old town Hilo bank, with the vault intact. High ceilings, comfortable tables and decore and an artistic antique wooden bar that would be a gem in the crown of any European city. The management and personnel are the most wonderful people. Always happy to accommodate you in the best way they can. After one kamaaina visit the servers will know your name. They'll make you feel welcome and that you are a part of their experience too, something that is nearly impossible to find in other town dining. They have rewards programs for kamaaina which includes a point system that gives you significant savings on your next visit. The food is first rate, from the pupus to the main dishes to the desserts. Sauced and presented in five star fashion, without feeling pretenious. We will be their peskiest and most loyal customer as long as we are in the area. Kudos to Jackie Rey's Hilo.

    My wife and I went to Jackie Ray's this past Friday. We got a window table and was able to see the…read moreactivity across the street since it's was Friday downtown open market. If you dine here and are not a big person don't get a booth table as it's the most uncomfortable seating I've ever experienced. The seat is way too far from the table and I needed to lean forward and sit on the edge of the seat. I would recommend getting a table its chair so you be able to adjust yourself to the distance from the table. Server was just Ok and with them placing a water decanter on the table for refill they didn't come around as often. The decanter water has no ice so whatever ice you have in your cup to cool the water. Last time eating at this establishment was better and my only complaint was the window seats next to the picture window and the flys that was buzzing there. Only thing is again there were two big flies buzzing the windows and I had to waved them away. The doors are always shut and only when customers walk in could the flys get in. Staff should walk around before opening and get rid of them. We entered about 5:10 PM so it was opened for just 10 minutes and shouldn't have flys. Air conditioning was on but the temperature was a bit warm and a cooler temperature of maybe 10 degrees be perfect. I had the mochico Ono and it was just ok tasting but on the plate presentation was nice. My wife had the pork chops and she really liked it but said was just a little over cooked. I did try a small sample and to me it was just ok also. ambiance in the restaurant is nice and most of the staff were very attentive. The server we had wasn't and I needed to Get his attention to get my bill even though he had passed multiple times and didn't or should have noticed we were done dining. Probably not be dining again at this establishment again and do know of better dining spots in Hilo.

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    Jackie Rey's Ohana Grill Hilo - Clean and inviting. This is a historical bank building.

    Clean and inviting. This is a historical bank building.

    Jackie Rey's Ohana Grill Hilo - Ahi Tartare Happy Hour. Amazing. I could eat ten more.

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    4.4(356 reviews)
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    Fantastic food service, great taste and family friendly environment. Waiter was attentive and…read morehelpful. Red Curry Chicken and large Shrimp were very tasty. The spiciness was spot on for me as I asked for spicy but not the top. If you like spicy this is a definite. Definitely would go back and family owned which makes it great.

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    Panang curry with chicken

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    Moon & Turtle - Market fish (Ono)

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    4.6(854 reviews)
    6.9 mi
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    Fantastic service and attention from the whole staff! Cozy atmosphere with great music. Every dish…read morewas meticulously crafted with unique flavors, perfectly cooked. We loved the sizzlin tepanyaki poke with Ono and the desserts. Chef Mark and the staff do a wonderful job of showing off the flavors of Hilo...miso infused caramel on a fluffy cheesecake...I'm gonna be thinking about that dinner for a long time!

    My wife and I stopped by Moon & Turtle for dinner during our brief visit to Hilo and we had a…read morefantastic meal. We showed up right when they opened at 5:30 p.m. without reservations on a Wednesday evening and was luckily able to get seated at the bar. Between the two of us, we ordered a bunch of items off the "small" section of the menu, including the smokey sashimi, sizzling tetsuyaki poke, smoked tonnato caesar, crispy rice, and their special of the day -- agedashi wontons. Of the items we ordered, the crispy rice and the agedashi wontons were my favorite items. The crispy rice is priced per piece, and you'll certainly want to order at least two per person, because one is simply not enough. The rice block is fried a beautiful golden brown -- similar to a hash brown. The crispy rice pairs perfectly with the ono mixture on top of it. With the agedashi wontons, I initially thought the filling was a bit under-seasoned at first, but when enjoyed with the broth, the wonton comes out tasting perfectly seasoned. The broth had so much umami to it and the wonton had the perfect crunch to it I always love a good Caesar salad and the one here is spectacular. With anchovy croutons, shaved cured egg yolk, and smoked ahi dressing, you're getting some creative, premium ingredients in this salad and everything works so well together. Even if you're not a salad person, I would definitely recommend giving this dish a try. On top of delicious food, the service at Moon & Turtle was spectacular. Food was promptly brought out after we placed our order, pacing didn't ever feel rushed, our water cups were never empty, and our server checked on us regularly to make sure we had everything we needed without being overbearing. I would definitely stop by Moon & Turtle again if I'm in Hilo.

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    Moon & Turtle - Limited seating so it fills fast - so make a reservation

    Limited seating so it fills fast - so make a reservation

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    3.5(601 reviews)
    7.3 mi
    $$

    This place is a cool little spot looking out over the Reeds bay/Hilo Bay. It's a rustic place. Our…read morewaiter Ruben was awesome very helpful with the menu and specials. We had cocktails, some ordered coconut martinis that were outstanding. We had appitizers: the crab cakes, Da sizzle, (sizzling steak platter), and calamari. All were good. I ordered the terriyaki beef with mashed potatoes and vegetables, it was outstanding. Others ordered the prime rib with lobster and said it was outstanding. The seafood Louie was awesome as well. The prices are reasonable and average $20-40 depending on what you order. We ordered Lilikoi cheesecake, outstanding, bread pudding was good also. I highly recommend this place very good food.

    We took a friend to Pondʻs the other night. The photos suggested that it wouldnʻt be as noisy as…read moremost restaurants were, and then they put us right smack dab next to to singer/guitar player. He wasnʻt bad, but conversation was more difficult. The server did a good job and was pleasant. We had made reservations and they were able to quickly show us to our table without any real wait. The photos on Yelp do a good job of showing what the place looked like. My wife and I had the "Fresh Grilled Salmon", which was over done to the point where it tasted dry and actually hard on the edges and bottom. It was a small portion as was the veggies, and was accompanied by a small scoop of mashed potatoes, all for $38. It was edible, but that was all. Itʻs nice to see that others have had a better meal than we did, but weʻre never going to go back there again.

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    Delightful Guitar Music

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