A cozy and enchanting breakfast and lunch dining spot. Paul is your personal cook and soon-to-be friend. Paul tailored his menu to accommodate our specific tastes and it was delicious. We will definitely return. Make sure you do a reservations as seating is limited.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Melody Fitch
Great food and amazing hospitality. We had to return after 10 years away! Thank you Paul and staff!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Belgian Waffle, Eggs Benedict with Local Seasonal Fruit, Benedict with Bacon
E P
Such a unique, cozy atmosphere with delicious food and excellent service. All of the ingredients are fresh and food is handcrafted to perfection. We’ve never had such good eggs Benedict or Belgium waffles! Every time we visit we eat every single bite and it leaves us full but not heavy-feeling. Highly recommend! You need reservations so text the phone number to request.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jesse
This place lives up to its reputation and then some. Great food prepared one meal at a time by a very talented and gracious chef.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Naghmeh Mojib
The vibes are great and Paul is a very warm and friendly host, HOWEVER, I am shocked reading these reviews about the food. The coffee is Nespresso pods, the bacon is cooked in the microwave, and the poached eggs were overcooked. It’s all hype and not a foodies dream. But if you’re all for the vibes, cute decor, and feeling special because you got one of the three tables, this is the place for you.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
Therese Howe
One of the best foodie finds in Hilo! Seating is extremely limited, so you will definitely want to make reservations in advance. You will also definitely want to order the Pasta de Marco, their signature dish. It’s crispy noodles topped with bits of bacon, egg and veggies - haven’t had anything like it anywhere I’ve traveled!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marco Malocsay
Paul’s place is a gem of wonderful and amazing tastes and tricks.
I had pasta De Marco. And my wife had eggs Caprese.
If you’re lucky enough to make a reservation to get into this place, it will change your life !🫶
Thank you, Paul !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Annette Stephenson
My husband and I enjoyed a delicious and enjoyable breakfast at Paul's this morning. Warmly greeted, very cozy ambience (loved the Halloween decor!), attentive service, and wonderful food made it easy to rate this establishment a top score. (BTW, make a reservation. We popped in around 7.30 for breakfast, needed to make an 8.30 reservation, so we walked around the farmers market next door, and then returned for breakfast!)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Belgian Waffle, Smoked Salmon Benedict
Rick Newton
Paul is very personable and an excellent chef. There are only three tables, so make a reservation. We love this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sam Thanawalla
Paul clearly has a passion for food and people. He was extremely warm and welcoming. We were in food heaven with how fresh the food tasted. We would highly recommend stopping here if in Hilo! He even gave us a free dessert to celebrate a special occasion for us. Would definitely come here again.
We enjoyed a super fresh and personable experience at Paul’s place. I cleaned my plate, our meals were superb. Everyone visiting Hilo needs to check out this gem!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jay M
Absolute amazing experience. Food was fantastic. Paul was very kind, cheerful and entertaining. The small dining area makes for an amazing experience. Atmosphere is unlike anything we have ever experienced. Absolute hidden gem in Hilo. Will be visiting every chance we get!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Enric Durany
Not only the food was excellent, but also Paul is great person. It's a small place with really good food. If I ever come back, I'd go here for sure. Just a reminder that you need to book or you'll find no table available.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rachel Emshoff
The best eggs Benedict I’ve ever had in my life!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Smoked Salmon Benedict
PJ Garcia
Arrived during their posted open hours (Wed at 12:00 noon) and the place was closed. Sign just said closed, no other message about when they'd be open again.
A cozy and enchanting breakfast and lunch dining spot. Paul is your personal cook and soon-to-be friend. Paul tailored his menu to accommodate our specific tastes and it was delicious. We will definitely return. Make sure you do a reservations as seating is limited.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food and amazing hospitality. We had to return after 10 years away! Thank you Paul and staff!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Belgian Waffle, Eggs Benedict with Local Seasonal Fruit, Benedict with Bacon
Such a unique, cozy atmosphere with delicious food and excellent service. All of the ingredients are fresh and food is handcrafted to perfection. We’ve never had such good eggs Benedict or Belgium waffles! Every time we visit we eat every single bite and it leaves us full but not heavy-feeling. Highly recommend! You need reservations so text the phone number to request.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place lives up to its reputation and then some. Great food prepared one meal at a time by a very talented and gracious chef.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The vibes are great and Paul is a very warm and friendly host, HOWEVER, I am shocked reading these reviews about the food. The coffee is Nespresso pods, the bacon is cooked in the microwave, and the poached eggs were overcooked. It’s all hype and not a foodies dream. But if you’re all for the vibes, cute decor, and feeling special because you got one of the three tables, this is the place for you.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
One of the best foodie finds in Hilo! Seating is extremely limited, so you will definitely want to make reservations in advance. You will also definitely want to order the Pasta de Marco, their signature dish. It’s crispy noodles topped with bits of bacon, egg and veggies - haven’t had anything like it anywhere I’ve traveled!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Paul’s place is a gem of wonderful and amazing tastes and tricks.
I had pasta De Marco.
And my wife had eggs Caprese.
If you’re lucky enough to make a reservation to get into this place, it will change your life !🫶
Thank you, Paul !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My husband and I enjoyed a delicious and enjoyable breakfast at Paul's this morning. Warmly greeted, very cozy ambience (loved the Halloween decor!), attentive service, and wonderful food made it easy to rate this establishment a top score. (BTW, make a reservation. We popped in around 7.30 for breakfast, needed to make an 8.30 reservation, so we walked around the farmers market next door, and then returned for breakfast!)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Belgian Waffle, Smoked Salmon Benedict
Paul is very personable and an excellent chef. There are only three tables, so make a reservation.
We love this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Paul clearly has a passion for food and people. He was extremely warm and welcoming. We were in food heaven with how fresh the food tasted. We would highly recommend stopping here if in Hilo! He even gave us a free dessert to celebrate a special occasion for us. Would definitely come here again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Belgian Waffle, Pasta Marco
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We enjoyed a super fresh and personable experience at Paul’s place. I cleaned my plate, our meals were superb. Everyone visiting Hilo needs to check out this gem!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolute amazing experience. Food was fantastic. Paul was very kind, cheerful and entertaining. The small dining area makes for an amazing experience. Atmosphere is unlike anything we have ever experienced. Absolute hidden gem in Hilo. Will be visiting every chance we get!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Not only the food was excellent, but also Paul is great person. It's a small place with really good food. If I ever come back, I'd go here for sure. Just a reminder that you need to book or you'll find no table available.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The best eggs Benedict I’ve ever had in my life!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Smoked Salmon Benedict
Arrived during their posted open hours (Wed at 12:00 noon) and the place was closed. Sign just said closed, no other message about when they'd be open again.
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