14 Best American Restaurants near Pepeekeo

“Probably some of the best meals I've had in Hawaii!! Ono wrap is great and the hotdog (topped with sprouts, onion and cucumber) is my absolute fav. Menu options are pretty limited and they do run out, so come early! Everything is super fresh and satisfying, and the entrees come with a selection of fruit which I LOVE. I've also gotten different fruits every time I've visited which is fun and a great way for me to try new ones. You can also get whole coconuts.The shakes and smoothies are to die for. Really really recommend any shake with mac nut ice cream in it, it's so delicious.It's a very small location, but has lots of outdoor seating and is surrounded by nice flat ground if you want to picnic it!Vegetarian options: Hummus and veggie wraps, as well as smoothies and vegan shakes.“

“For the rest of my life, the Kalua Pork Spring Rolls will haunt my dreams. These were easily without question the best spring rolls I have ever had and in no way am I concerned that I am overhyping these for anyone reading this review.I'm not usually a "phone eats first" kind of person but for some reason I felt compelled to take some shots of my final lunch on Big Island. Everything was delicious, including the drinks which seemed to disappear before I could get a photo of them *hiccup*There are many many food options in this area but if I could go back and do it all over again I would start here for a solid lunch (just endless spring rolls) before doing a bit of bar hopping around Hilo.“

“Food was good. I had the jerk chicken wrap, and a Mai tai. My family had fish and chips and the pesto pasta dish, and were happy with their choices. Service was friendly and great, and we loved the singer the evening we went. Fantastic ambiance.“

“Awesome selections of jams! The fruit flavors and combinations were plenty and quite flavorful! The server was patient with us and provided us with samples and suggestions to help us decide! It’s on a bit expensive side but would definitely recommend trying a couple!“

“My husband & I stopped in for a small quick bite and we settled on the nachos with chorizo added on as our meat choice. How can you go wrong with nachos right? They did not disappoint! The nachos were plentiful and delicious. The chorizo was very flavorful and toppings were plentiful. There were a good amount of tables to sit at, under covered area. The service time took about 25 minutes, but the gentleman taking our order was up front about the wait time which I really appreciated. The only observation we made was that there was no hot sauce anywhere. I should have asked the man in the window if there was hot sauce or jalapeño for purchase as I like my food a little spicy. Next time I will and there will definitely be a next time. If the owner is reading this, can you tell me if you offer hot sauce or jalapeños to add on? Thank you“

“ola brewing food: tofu burger: pickles and aoli bring this together well. the tofu is a nice size and crispy. 4.5/5 wanted a little more flavor from the tofu itself. shrimp bao bun: the star of the show 10/10 recommend. sweet glaze and crunchy shrimp with the neutral bun. Drinks: dark chocolate orange hard cider : slightly bitter with subtle orange notes pairs well with the shrimp. portion size: well sized portions service: staff was nice and attentive. Ambiance: great for any group. Parking: parking lot on site Payment: apple pay and card are both options. not sure about cash“

“Listen!! This was amazing. I do NOT like duck and came here with a friend. She said I’m getting fries loaded with duck. I said, well, I’m not getting anything. She asked me to taste just a bite, and I am the one who finished the dish. The sauce, the cheese, the crisp-to-perfection fries, and the DUCK! Sooo tasty. I am so happy. I’m in disbelief in how much I loved this place and the food. I’m officially a fan and await my return.“

“Usually when people here in Hawaii speak of chicken papaya they're talking about the soup. I was happy to find a half papaya filled with chicken salad! Was very good! And it came with a piece of very yummy bread pudding! My companions all enjoyed their various lunches and we will definitely return to try other menu options!“

“We spent the day driving from our home on the Kona side to see some of the beautiful waterfalls on the north east side of the island. A day in the car made us ready for sitting down to a nice meal. Luckily for us, we ended up at Don's Grill. The menu had an unbelievably large number of items to select from. Our waitress Elizabeth was pleasant, helpful and attentive. The food came out very quickly and was delicious. The price was very fair and the desserts were the perfect ending to a nice meal. The only mistake that we made was going too late in the day because the mud pie in this picture was already gone to earlier customers for the day. It would be worth it to drive to Hilo just to eat at Don's Grill again and I will, only next time I'll get there early so I can get that mud pie.“

“Great restaurant looking over Hilo bay. We took out two items as we couldn't get a reservation. Hilo sunset sushi was so good with poached shrimp, spicy salmon, gochujang aioli,cucumber,sesame, sweet potato chips and tempura crisps. We also ordered side of crab cakes: it came with nice fresh salad and tasty salad dressings. We loved that too. Next time we would like to sit in the restaurant and enjoy the foods over a good view.“

“Friendly service, super hearty and healthy meals that tasted good too. A bit too tart though (some of the pickled stuff).We had the veg burger - tasted good, but very crumbly patty.The tostada and all the fixings tasted great but it was a badly done tostada - the tortilla was not made crisp enough so it was kind of half chewy and difficult to eat.The soup that day was a tomato red pepper soup that was nice on that rainy evening.Vegan ruben with dill / slaw / swiss cheese tasted sharp.Enough options and good quality. In terms of the ambiance - basic and no frills.“

“Excellent Thai at reasonable prices. Offering avocado as an option instead of protein made the Garden Curry ($16) extra delicious.The Pad Thai ($20 Sunday special) was also outstanding, chicken was tender, vegetables were flavorful and cooked just right.Their "mild" is very mild, you may wish to go one step up, or do what we did and add a little soy sauce.Portions were healthy, enough food for lunch and dinner for both of us. The service was friendly. This place appears to attract locals.We were very happy to find Tina's Garden Cafe.“

“This was the best BLT sandwich I have ever tasted. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and the food was spectacular. My kid really liked the 'there is a $5 fine for whining.' This cafe had really good french fries too. I highly recommend this cafe for a lunch stop.Kid-friendliness: There was a kids menu too!“

“The food is good and the atmosphere is comfortable, but what really makes this place shine is the service.Everyone here makes you feel like family.They're never pushy, but very helpful and friendly.If you haven't tried this hidden gem, you don't know what you're missing.“