Leung's Chop Suey House
About
A Hilo Tradition Since 1968
Stepping into Leung's Chop Suey House feels like a quick trip back to the mid-century Hilo dining scene. Located in the heart of town, this long-standing staple has been serving the local community for generations, maintaining an unwavering commitment to traditional Cantonese recipes that have become part of the city’s culinary fabric.
Authentic Flavors and Comforts
The kitchen is best known for its no-frills approach to classic chop suey, beef broccoli, and egg foo young. You’ll hear the rhythmic clatter of woks from the kitchen and the hum of loyal regulars catching up in the booths. The scent of savory soy, garlic, and ginger wafts through the dining room the moment the screen door latches shut behind you. It is the kind of place where the portion sizes are generous, often resulting in that familiar Hilo take-home container that provides a second meal for later.
The Local Vibe
Don't expect white tablecloths or modern interior design trends here. The space is functional, well-worn, and comfortable, mirroring the laid-back atmosphere of Hilo life. A minor quirk to keep in mind: the parking lot can get a bit tight during the peak lunch rush, so you might find yourself scouting for a spot on the surrounding streets. It is an ideal spot for those who value authentic history and hearty, predictable comfort food over pretense. Whether you are a lifelong resident or just passing through the Big Island, a meal at Leung’s is an accessible way to experience the enduring soul of Hilo’s casual dining scene.
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Location
530 E Lanikaula St, Hilo, Hawaii, 96720-4524
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Showing 10 of 31 community reviewsMatthew JaroslawskiGoogle Maps
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Good food, not a fancy place but the food was really good and fair price.
Caleb hancockGoogle Maps
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Average Chinese experience. Duck is available which is a plus. Wanted to try their lemon chicken which seemed to be a popular dish but the were out again on my third visit. The roast pork is great with the hot mustard. Seems to be hit and miss.
Michelle CostaGoogle Maps
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The best Chinese food place ever! My to go place! The food is also perfect the customer service is warming! The lemon chicken is my favorite! Go here!
Keola VGoogle Maps
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Food Quality has been declining the past ten years. Previous chefs must have retired.
Rajiv BhonsleGoogle Maps
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Lovely hole in the wall restaurant. The food is so good and extremely fresh. The staff is incredibly kind. Would recommend!
Timothy ThrockmortonGoogle Maps
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The food is amazing. So is the service but the building has seen better days. Don't let building fool you. Definitely worth a stop and try the food.
The Geekiest GuyGoogle Maps
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A great local restaurant. I hadn't been there in a very long time but it's very nice that it remains the same. The best of the local places don't change because they're great, just like this place. Friendly staff and they are very fast. 🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾
Alex BrunoGoogle Maps
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Took my wife to try this place today. We couldn’t even barely eat the food it was honestly so bad. I would’ve rather eaten Panda Express which is fast food which is just sad unfortunately. First off there was more bones and cartilage in my chicken than meat and nearly cracked a tooth. My wife’s noodles were very dry and bland, my fried rice had about as much flavor as steamed rice. Nothing had any flavor except the red pork which was incredibly salty. To have spent $40 for nothing edible was a disappointment. The lady and vibe was very much hurry up and order, and the kitchen was incredibly dirty. I hope they are able to turn the place around as I appreciate local food, but tonights dinner essentially ended up in the trash and we need to get something else.
Cynthia LoflinGoogle Maps
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This has been a staple whenever I visit the big island. Awesome cake noodles.
Izzy DGoogle Maps
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I got the spare ribs with lemon chicken and fried rice plate. The spare ribs were mainly just bones and sauce. There was more daikon than meat. The fried chicken pieces were ok-ish, but the lemon sauce didn't taste right. The fried rice was ok. I also ordered 2 pork hash as well, and those were probably sitting there awhile because they were pretty dried out. Went there for lunch, but the food wasn't even freshly made. If you're gonna charge an arm and a leg for the food, at least make it enjoyable to eat. Some days the food is good and some days the food isn't all that great... what made me even more upset were the won ton. I got an order of 12. More wonton wrapper and a little tiny piece of meat. This is something I could've easily made at home myself....I know back in the day this place was awesome. Now, just like some other places in Hilo, it sucks🫤👎🏼👎🏼
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