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Hilo Bay Cafe

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4.5 of 5 stars 37 ratings
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#2 of 103 restaurants in Hilo
  • Cuisines: American, Contemporary, Healthy
  • Address: 315 Makaala Street, #109, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720
  • Phone:  808-935-4939
  • Fax:  808-935-6614
  • Website: http://www.hilobaycafe.com/
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4 of 5 stars
Pahoa, Hawaii
Jan 21, 2008

Aloha from the East Side of the Big Island!! Okay, so about Hilo Bay Cafe. This place is a quaint, quality food spot in a town known for Loco Moco's and Plate Lunches. The inside of this place is nothing spectacular or even appealing. But once the food arrives, you forget about the Walmart crowd, strip mall location, and bland... more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jan 15, 2008

One of the best places to go in Hilo more

Jan 10, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

I would have never gone here since it is in a strip mall between Walmart and Office Max. I am glad that I trusted my guide book and did. The food is incredible and the wait staff was friendly and quick. We thought about driving back to Hilo (30 minutes) just to go back a second time to try the... more

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5 of 5 stars
Oshkosh, Wisconsin
Jan 10, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

While staying at a B&B in Hilo our host suggested that we try the Hilo Bay Cafe. At the time we really just wanted Chinese, but I'm glad that he steered us in the right direction. First of all, this restaurant absolutely needs a new location. Of course, maybe the owners want to hide it, but it is hidden in... more

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5 of 5 stars
Marin, Ca
Jun 18, 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

We ate at the Hilo Bay Cafe twice and loved both meals. We stopped by when we arrived from the airport and were very pleasantly surprised by the wonderful dinning experience. In fact, we liked lunch so much we made our way back there another day for lunch. The food and prices are both great!!!! more

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5 of 5 stars
chicago, IL
Feb 15, 2007
2/2 found this review helpful

This restaurant, located in a strip mall, has a great atmosphere. The food was exceptional, drinks were good, and we enjoyed it a few times while we were there. This place is worth the trip. I would be nice if there were more places like this on the East side. more

Jan 28, 2007
2/2 found this review helpful

We've done enough traveling to know that some restaurant gems are found in stripmalls, and Hilo Bay Cafe is one of them! After you fight the traffic near a Wal-Mart you find Hilo Bay Cafe tucked into a shopping center that you'd otherwise drive by. But don't! We had one of the best lunches of our trip to the Big... more

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5 of 5 stars
Kennewick WA
Jan 8, 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

We had the crab and 1/2 lobster, 15 bucks and (this was lunch )and the fish club sandwich with ahi. The passionfruit margarita was a shining star. I was introduced to Tahitian Limeade from the Hanaoka Farms in Hilo. I was happy to find it in the local health food stores. Oh if only in the states. The burgers and... more

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5 of 5 stars
Munster, IN
Sep 23, 2006
4/4 found this review helpful

We were told about this restaurant by our B & B hosts and we were not disappointed. The flavors were great, and the portions just right. And it was the only place in Hawaii that didnt' strain our wallets! It was an excellent little restaurant with great dishes. We'd go again if we just didn't have to fly 9 hours... more

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5 of 5 stars
Los Gatos, CA
Aug 16, 2006
3/3 found this review helpful

This restaurant is hidden away in a strip mall next to Office Depot. Inside, the abiance is very nice. The meal was wonderful and the service very attentive. The specials are very good and recommended. more

Reviews of Hilo Bay Cafe

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Hilo Bay Cafe Address

315 Makaala Street, #109, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720
Tel: 808-935-4939 Fax: 808-935-6614
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