Richard V.
11/8/2025
Local food that the locals LOVE! Large servings, wide menu selections, and modest prices! The staff is super pleasant and helpful (I come here every trip at least once: 11/2025)
Kuhio Grille
$$
Closed
(475)
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80 Pauahi St
Hilo, HI 96720
Kuhio Grille is a family-owned restaurant in Hilo, Hawaii, known for its mouthwatering one-pound laulaus, a traditional Hawaiian dish made with taro leaves. Established in 1995, the restaurant has gained recognition for its delicious laulaus, which are wrapped and steamed using Grandma's recipe in their kitchen. Alongside the laulaus, Kuhio Grille offers a variety of local-style lunch plates, homemade desserts, and their original Fried Rice Loco, all served with friendly and attentive service.
With a strong commitment to using fresh, local products, Kuhio Grille showcases its farm-based background by emphasizing the importance of quality ingredients. The restaurant's dedication to providing ono (delicious) food has earned them numerous awards and even a feature on the Food Network's Delicious Destinations. Whether you're craving a taste of authentic Hawaiian cuisine or looking for a satisfying meal with a beautiful view of Mauna Kea and Hilo Bayfront, Kuhio Grille is the place to go.
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3.5475 reviews
Lorna M.
8/9/2025
This place is like my place to go to when I am feeling extra. Their specials are always on point and desserts are so good that you're can't leave without bringing one home. Today (8/9/2025) I...
Junya G.
11/8/2025
Beautiful spot ! As an Oahu boy I feel like this was one of the only authentic Hawaiian restaurant . Loved the sides options from the pickled onions , poi , lomi salmon and the mac salad was...
Sage S.
8/15/2025
Parking was in a big lot, no issue. Went later in the day and had no wait. Service was fast & extremely friendly. I got the fried saimin (added the chili water and shoyu on top which was so good),...
Jenna S.
1/6/2025
This review is for the Hawaiian food only. I was craving Laulau before flying out and was told this was the place! I ordered the Kanak Atack: laulau, kalua pig, rice, lomi salmon, poi, pickled...
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