Ken’s house of Pancakes, located at the northeast corner of Hilo, has been a local staple for more than 40 years. This is the place to get local Hawaiian food (and a whole lot more) at any hour of the day. It’s the only 24-hour diner in Hilo town, so if you’re looking for ono […]
One can find this friendly and casual restaurant in the Kings’ Shops in the Waikoloa Beach Resort. The two tiered restaurant is a homage to Eddie Aikau, Hawaii’s deeply respected surfer, legendary lifeguard and expert waterman. Here the walls are covered with memorabilia of Eddie’s greatest days and vintage pictures of surf, surfers and surfing. […]
Cozy and homey, this family run restaurant is located in the Keauhou Shopping Center just minutes from vacation condos, hotels and timeshares along the Kona Coast. The restaurant is popular with area residents who enjoy the casual family friendly atmosphere and the reasonable prices. The menu offers an expansive menu of authentic dishes that will […]
Located upslope or mauka from the hustle and bustle along Alii Drive, this open-air eatery is a perfect choice for those looking to escape the synthetic and over-priced experience of area resorts for a genuine local dining experience. Casual and colorful, this family friendly restaurant is open for lunch and dinner and features fresh fish, […]
For those living in the rain forest community of Mountain View on the Big Island, there’s only one place in town to get a bite after 5pm and that’s Verna’s Too Drive In in the heart of Mountain View town. Next to the gas station, Verna’s Too is open until 9pm. This is some authentic […]
Many Big Island locals have their own opinions on where the best Malasadas can be found. Malasadas Portuguese donuts made popular by immigrants working in the sugar cane fields. Today you can travel to any major Hawaiian town (and quite a few of the smaller ones) and find yourself a place to buy this sugary […]
Hilo only has a few sushi options, and if you’re looking for good, affordable, unpretentious japanese food in Hilo, Ocean Sushi Deli is the place. True, if you’re coming from Honolulu or a city on the mainland you may be unimpressed, but walk by this place on any night of the week and you’ll see […]
It’s probably one of the best places in Waimea to belly up to the bar for a beer, grab a table for a dinner of grass fed island beef, or to cozy up with your honey next to the giant fireplace for romance. This restaurant in the small ranching town of Kamuela is a friendly […]
Ancient lava flows and endless ocean views is what the Ocean View area is all about . The small town has a couple of gas stations, a supermarket and other businesses, but for the most part it’s just sun and sea. One of the more inviting spots for a cold beer or a light lunch […]
Red Water Cafe is a place where one can escape harsh resort pricing and enjoy a kinder and cooler atmosphere. Located in the quiet ranching town of Waimea, this casual restaurant offers island residents and visitors a place to gather for lunch or dinner. The eclectic theme begins with a decor that includes accents of Japanese to […]
