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Hilo Bay Cafe

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8.5/10
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    Ranked #3 for restaurants in Hilo
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    Will M.
    "Great fish quality in their chirashi."(3 Tips)
    Francisco P.
    "Delicious meal and nice view of Hilo."(2 Tips)
    Casey A.
    "Try the sushi, fish and chips, or fresh catch tacos."(7 Tips)
    Joshua R.
    "Lovely outdoor seating and good food"(3 Tips)
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  • Casey A.
    Casey AndersonNovember 1, 2018
    Great for lunch or dinner for families and friends, this spot features Hawaiian, American and Japanese favorites. Try the sushi, fish and chips, or fresh catch tacos.
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    TanyaAugust 18, 2018
    Chirashi tasted so gooddd fresh fish and tasty poke. Nice outdoor view and mojito added coconut milk was was great too
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    eric bornemannMay 29, 2023
    Beautiful location and view over the bay. Great for lunch. Sushi rolls are decent and worth trying some odd ones like pork and fiddle head ferns. Good cocktails as well.
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    BrookeSeptember 16, 2017
    Delicious food, small menu, great view. Carpaccio and eggplant custard were great appetizers
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    Francisco PerezJanuary 29, 2018
    Delicious meal and nice view of Hilo. Enjoyed the lettuce/mushroom cups starter, and the fish and.chips.
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    LauraAugust 5, 2014
    The vegetarian sweet potato flax burger is amazing! Get the garlic fries with it-- so good!
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    Brian DuncanMarch 2, 2015
    Locals love this upscale cafe/restaurant with good views of the bay. It could be more interesting for the price.
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    Roxy D.July 21, 2014
    Awesome food, awesome service, and one of the best views in Hilo. Try the pan seared scallops!
  • Melanie R.
    Melanie ReddenMay 1, 2014
    Make reservations even for lunch but you can sit at the bar to eat.
  • Will M.
    Will McMahanJanuary 4, 2018
    Great fish quality in their chirashi. Would recommend.
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    RyanKDecember 13, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Tasty! New layout is cool. All your favorite peoples are there! Have some of Roy's sushi!
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    CarmenAugust 11, 2018
    I was told the wait time was an hour, and to return after 45 minutes. 30 minutes later I was seated on the terrace with a glass of Spanish Champaign in my hand!
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    Laney_msJanuary 30, 2016
    great variety of vegetarian and vegan dishes.
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    wernJune 25, 2018
    Decent fish and chips but just ok Japanese maki
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    CarmenAugust 11, 2018
    the house sorbet tastes amazing!
  • Kenton W.
    Kenton WandasanNovember 24, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Fried Shoestring Potatoes are a great way to start!
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    Torzin SOctober 14, 2019
    Nice view and location
  • Joshua R.heart icon on user image
    Joshua RobinsonMay 5, 2016
    Lovely outdoor seating and good food
  • Michaela B.
    Michaela BrewerJanuary 11, 2014
    Very good restaurant! Delicious!
  • Mike S.heart icon on user image
    Mike ScherzerJanuary 7, 2020
    Great menu and vibe.
  • Ashlyn A.heart icon on user image
    Ashlyn AiuFebruary 22, 2018
    Surf and turf was excellent
  • Frank G.heart icon on user image
    Frank GuentherApril 26, 2018
    Ono special was excellent!
  • Ryan C.heart icon on user image
    Ryan ChandlerMay 10, 2018
    Great sushi and poke
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    Qian SunJanuary 8, 2018
    Love the chirashi💕
  • Ebru D.heart icon on user image
    Ebru DemirtasMarch 17, 2018
    Sushi and ambiance
  • Stan M.
    Stan MovillaOctober 24, 2014
    Nice and delicious Sushi grrrrr
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    Clif CameronNovember 18, 2016
    Overrated. Fish dry. Service slow. "Fish stew big miss" beautiful place.
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    David GoldsteinMay 13, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Good food. Good service. On the terrace a nice view of Hilo across the bay while you eat.
  • Sylvia D.
    Sylvia DahlbyNovember 23, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Onolicious mojito!
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    Ciro NigriOctober 11, 2014
    Too expensive, quality so so, bad excuses for burned fries...
  • shibuyahiyoko
    shibuyahiyokoDecember 17, 2013
    ボックス席は和風意識してかやてら狭い!
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