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Short & Sweet Bakery & Cafe

374 Kinoole St., Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720
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Ranked #4 of 163 restaurants in Hilo
Cuisines: Bakery
Good for: Families with children, Local cuisine, Dining on a budget
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Families with children, Local cuisine, Dining on a budget
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Dessert
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Volcano, Hawaii
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46 reviews 46 reviews
22 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2013

This is a very, very good bakery. They make huge home made oreo cookies. Takes two sittings to eat it. They make things like lilikoi marshmellows and bars. Cheesecakes are soooo creamy. The only thing that was not good was the hot cross buns, made during lent. Otherwise, sandwiches are large and reasonable. There is a patio in front where... More

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Hilo, Hawaii
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13 reviews 13 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2013

pride in making baked specialties and desserts really delicious and beautiful as well. Try the croissants.

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See 8 more reviews by Jennifer H for Hilo
Oswestry UK
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23 reviews 23 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2013

Taken there by my son for Brunch; sandwiches were a little pricey but good. We had the Classic and the Roast Pork. They bake their own bread here, which makes the sandwiches extra special. A wide selection of own baked cakes - try the Banana roulade or a salted caramel cupcake. We ate outside. Friendly service. Open for Brunch on... More

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Newcastle, Australia
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22 reviews 22 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2013

We discovered this place by accident, but it was the best type of accident. on both visits the coffee was delicious, services was fast and excellent and the food was scrumptious. It is a little out of the way and you need to look for it, but well worth the find. A place not to miss

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See 5 more reviews by Glenda K for Hilo
Wenatchee
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 19, 2013

I have eaten at Short and Sweet twice this week. I had really good soup and nutella pie (yum). Second time I had their excellent orzo salad and I bought a package of their home-made marshmallows, that come in a varoety of flavors. I have also tried their flourless Chocolate Cake, which is in the death by chocolate category, in... More

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Topeka, KS
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320 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 5, 2013 via mobile

We stopped here right after we landed with a group of four. We arrived around 2 pm so we had no problem finding parking or seating at one of the three tables inside. The service was friendly and the food was superb. We ordered focaccia sandwiches and yummy desserts. I had the grilled ham and cheese and the Hilo bar.... More

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Cleveland, Ohio
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79 reviews 79 reviews
55 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 38 cities Reviews in 38 cities
40 helpful votes 40 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 29, 2013

There are slim pickens in Hilo on a Sunday afternoon, but this little gem saved the day when searching for lunch. I had a half salad (DEEELICIOUS dressing) and the lillikoi cheesecake. Holy yumfest. Everything was fresh made, and they have rave reviews for their cakes. If you're hunting for sustenance on a Sunday (or any day) you're in Hilo,... More

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Hilo, Hawaii
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 18, 2012

Love this bakery/cafe...they have happy hour each day from 2PM til closing on specific baked goods and coffee at half price!!!! Yummy! You will love the pastries and especially the price! I try to go there atleast once a week.......friendly staff too!

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Tulalip, WA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 10, 2012

Had a lovely lunch at Short & Sweet, the owner Maria is delightful and her staff warm and attentive. Had a great BLTA sandwich on fabulous fresh focaccia bread and topped it off with an amazing Lillikoi bar, what a treat and so unique to Hawaii. I would definitely return again and again

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Sydney, Australia
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15 reviews 15 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 3, 2012

After a bad experience with accommodation, this place was an awesome retreat. The guy who served us was fantastic and upon hearing our story was apologetic and very helpful. This place is highly recommended for service and food - sweet and savoury options and good coffee. We went back for seconds a few days later despite it being out of... More

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