Opening hours
Closed · opens 5:00 PM
| Monday | 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
| Friday | 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
| Sunday | 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
Local time in Hilo: 12:32 PM (HST). Holiday hours may differ – call (808) 935-4939 to confirm.
Location & directions
123 Lihiwai StreetHilo, HI 96720
About Hilo Bay Cafe
Located at 123 Lihiwai Street in Hilo, Hawaii, Hilo Bay Cafe is an American restaurant. It is one of 152 places to eat and drink we list in Hilo.
Hilo Bay Cafe is open daily, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Service options include takeout, outdoor seating, and dine-in. On the menu: regional and Sushi dishes.
Accessibility features: wheelchair accessible. Reservations are accepted; call (808) 935-4939 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- American Restaurant · Regional, Sushi
- Address
- 123 Lihiwai Street, Hilo, HI 96720
- Phone
- (808) 935-4939
- Hours
- Open daily, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 6 PM on Fridays.
Based on typical visit patterns for American restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Hilo Bay Cafe’s weekday schedule with 6 other American restaurants in Hilo. On a typical weekday it opens at 5:00 PM, later than most (the typical opening time is 10:00 AM) and closes at 8:30 PM, in line with the typical 8:45 PM.
In total it is open about 24.5 hours a week, 45 hours fewer than the local median of 69. 100% of American restaurants in Hilo open on Sundays, and Hilo Bay Cafe is one of them.
Compared with 6 other American restaurants in Hilo that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for American restaurants across the US
Based on 1,910 menus with 123,158 priced items from American restaurants across the US, the median menu item costs $11.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.00 and $16.00.
We don’t have Hilo Bay Cafe’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what American restaurants across the US typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Onion Rings | 24% | $6.39 |
| French Fries | 24% | $4.95 |
| Caesar Salad | 23% | $11.99 |
| Grilled Cheese | 22% | $7.55 |
| Cheeseburger | 19% | $10.47 |
| Coffee | 17% | $3.00 |
| Patty Melt | 15% | $12.99 |
| Blt | 15% | $10.99 |
Calculated from 1,910 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Takeout
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
Amenities
- Restroom
- Non-smoking
Planning
- Accepts reservations
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Hilo Bay Cafe there are 4 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 57 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (11), Bakeries & Desserts (7), Japanese & Sushi (6), and Vietnamese (4).
Competition is healthy: 3 other American restaurants are within a mile and 6 within three miles. The closest is Ka Lihikai, 0.5 mi away.
3 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- ThaiNim's Chiang Mai Cuisine0.5 mi
- Japanese & SushiSakura Restaurant & Grill0.5 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeBig Island Coffee Roasters0.5 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsMillie’s Deli and Snack Shop0.6 mi
- VietnameseNew Saigon0.6 mi
What to expect at an American restaurant
American restaurants cover a lot of ground: the neighborhood diner with a counter and bottomless coffee, the family restaurant with a long laminated menu, the gastropub doing elevated comfort food, and the “New American” kitchen that builds a short seasonal menu around local farms. What ties them together is a menu built on familiar staples – burgers, sandwiches, salads, steaks, fried chicken and pasta – plus regional favorites that change as you cross the country.
What to order
- Cheeseburger – the benchmark dish; a good one tells you how seriously the kitchen takes its basics
- Chicken-fried steak or fried chicken – a comfort classic, especially in the South and Midwest
- Mac and cheese – often a house side that doubles as a main
- A regional specialty – look for anything named after the town or state on the menu
Good to know
- Portions are generous; sharing a starter or ordering a half portion is common and rarely frowned upon.
- Weekday lunch specials and early-bird dinners often cost noticeably less than the regular menu.
- Tipping 18–20% on table service is standard across the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Hilo Bay Cafe's opening hours?
Open daily, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Monday: 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM; Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM; Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM; Thursday: 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM; Friday: 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM; Saturday: 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM; Sunday: 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Is Hilo Bay Cafe open on Sunday?
Yes, Hilo Bay Cafe is open on Sundays: 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Where is Hilo Bay Cafe located?
Hilo Bay Cafe is located at 123 Lihiwai Street, Hilo, HI 96720.
What is the phone number of Hilo Bay Cafe?
You can call Hilo Bay Cafe at (808) 935-4939.
Does Hilo Bay Cafe offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Hilo Bay Cafe, and takeout is available. Listed service options: takeout, outdoor seating, and dine-in.
Does Hilo Bay Cafe take reservations?
Yes, Hilo Bay Cafe accepts reservations.
Is Hilo Bay Cafe wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair accessible.
Is Hilo Bay Cafe open late?
No, Hilo Bay Cafe usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Hilo Bay Cafe?
There are 57 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Hilo Bay Cafe. Nearby options include Nim's Chiang Mai Cuisine (0.5 mi), Sakura Restaurant & Grill (0.5 mi), and Big Island Coffee Roasters (0.5 mi).
Are there other American restaurants near Hilo Bay Cafe?
3 other American restaurants within a mile. The closest is Ka Lihikai, 0.5 mi away.
How much do American restaurants across the US cost?
Based on 1,910 menus with 123,158 priced items from American restaurants across the US, the median menu item costs $11.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.00 and $16.00.
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