The iconic Hawaiian Style Café can be found in the Manono Marketplace in Hilo. Since opening their doors in Hilo a few years ago, getting a table will sometimes still require a short wait. Hawaiian Style Café is known for their very generous portions like their massive pancakes, the iconic Loco-Moco (delicious corned beef hash served with eggs and rice), steaks to order, and incredible poke bowls prepared with the freshest fish caught from Hilo waters.
There is something for everyone, so come hungry and enjoy the many gourmet dining options at prices a family can afford.
Location: Hawaiian Style Cafe, 681 Manono Street, Hilo, HI 96720
Hours: Sunday – Saturday (7 am – 2 pm). Tuesday – Thursday (5 pm – 8:30 pm). Friday – Saturday (5 pm – 9 pm).
Phone: (808) 969-9265
Lucy’s Taqueria
The always festive and boisterous Lucy’s Taqueria serves some of the most delicious, fresh and authentic Mexican food on the island. Harvesting the freshest ingredients from local island farmers, Lucy’s is open for lunch, dinner and serves breakfast all day. Offering the ever popular burritos, tacos, to the crispy and cheesy mulitas, fresh pozole and, Elotes when in season. With a full bar and 8 beer on tap, join Marlene and her family for great food, drinks, laughs and more drinks!
Location: Lucy’s Taqueria, 194 Kilauea Ave, Hilo, HI 96720
Hours: Friday – Saturday (10:30 am – 10 pm). Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday (10:30 am – 9 pm). Closed Tuesdays.
Phone: (808) 315-8246
Hilo Burger Joint
Once a small pub, the Hilo Burger Joint is now a favorite among locals, families and visitors alike. The diverse burger menu includes: the famous Hilo Bay burger, with island-fresh goat cheese, beets and arugula; the green chili burger, with locally sourced grass-fed beef smothered in a homemade green chili sauce, jack cheese and sautéed onions; a classic bacon double cheese burger; and much more. The excellent staff of the Hilo Burger Joint will welcome you, where every day is a Burger Day!
Location: 776 Kilauea Ave, Hilo, HI 96720
Hours: Monday – Saturday (11 am – 11 pm). Sunday (11 am – 10 pm).
Phone: (808) 935-8880
Takenoko Sushi
Get in line, get in line. With only 10 chairs available and a reservation list that may be up to a year-long wait, Takenoko Sushi is an honorable mention. Takenoko Sushi is also found in the Manono Marketplace, where Chef Mitsuru Igarashi has brought Tokyo’s Tsukiji Fish Market to the heart of Hilo. Serving only the freshest fish flown in from Tsukiji, Chef Igarashi prepares art for your eyes and palate.
A recommended favorite is the Omakase (Chef’s Choice), a hand-picked assortment of his favorites pieces of seafood. Available seasonally are Kumamoto Oysters, petite delicacies served minimally to allow the oysters to speak for themselves.
Hours: Monday – Sunday (11 am – 1:30 pm, 5 pm – 8:30 pm). Closed Tuesday and Wednesday.
Phone: (808) 933-393
