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#25 of 175 Restaurants in Hilo American

Ola Brew - Hilo

4.4(36 community reviews)
Moderate ($$)

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Discover Ola Brew - Hilo, offering the best American experience in Hilo. Enjoy Moderate ($$) meals, explore their menu, and read reviews from the community on TasteHi.

A Taste of the Big Island in Every Pour

Located in the heart of Hilo’s bustling industrial district, Ola Brew has become a cornerstone for locals looking to unwind with a cold pint. The space is expansive and open-air, defined by high ceilings and the constant hum of conversation mixed with the clink of glassware. It is the kind of place where you arrive in flip-flops after a day at the beach and fit right in among the regulars.

Farm-to-Glass Philosophy

What sets this Hilo destination apart is its commitment to Hawaiian agriculture. The team here works directly with local farmers to incorporate island-grown ingredients into their craft beers and hard ciders. You will frequently find seasonal ciders that spotlight Big Island lemons or ginger, offering a refreshing sharpness that cuts through the tropical humidity. For beer lovers, their rotating list of IPAs and sours is the main attraction, showcasing a experimental edge that keeps the menu feeling fresh every visit.

Planning Your Visit

The layout is communal, featuring long tables that encourage interaction with neighboring groups—a great spot if you are visiting solo or with a large group of friends. Keep in mind that the acoustics can get quite lively once the post-work crowd settles in, making it an energetic setting rather than a quiet hideaway. Parking in the immediate Hilo lot can be a bit of a tight squeeze during peak happy hour, so consider arriving a few minutes early to secure a spot before the evening rush begins.

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Location

1177 Kilauea Ave, Hilo, Hawaii, 96720-4297

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Viry HinojosGoogle Maps

Recently

Usually I'm not fan of burgers, but a good friend recommended this place to us. The only one burger in the menu is really good. I ordered with a house salad, my kids with fries and my husband fries with gravy (not my favorite). I tried the Pork belly Bao Buns (if you are not into pork don't try it). The drinks were my favorite part, I ordered Hibiscus Lavender hard seltzer and I simply love it.

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Chip TGoogle Maps

Recently

This place rocked! Food and beer were excellent. Staff had great chemistry. Springrolls were amazing. We really enjoyed this place making a point to say amongst ourselves it is some of the best food and drink options and quality. The ice cream bar is excellent. We had banana ice cream and it was the best I've ever had. I mean, yum!

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Sebastian HowardGoogle Maps

Recently

I am not joking when I say they have the best burger in the whole world, and Ive lived in the south for 6 years so I really know my burgers. Food comes out super duper fast. Like 5 minutes or less, its unbeliveable. Their beer is top notch. The kids cheeseburger is PHENOMENAL. The fries are amazing top tier quality and crisp. Staff is super friendly. Payment system is different but far more superior and conveinient than any other Ive seen. I do drone videos as my profession and I want to make these people a free fpv one take video because its so damn delicious. Their ice cream is local, their beef is local, the beer battered fried fish is top tier. Their charsiu pork is divine. This is my favorite restaurant of all time and Ive spent years dining in some of the finest areas and restaurants across the country. The music play list is awesome. AND as a surfer from oahu, I was stunned to see Ben Gravy and Hawaii Hammahs on the tvs. This place is phenomenal. Cant recommend it enough. 11/10.

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AL BGoogle Maps

Recently

The flights are amazing and the vibe is choice. Simple layout and straightforward all around. Food is a 4 only due to needing something to improve on. Why does food need improvement? A little more salt goes a long way. The food was good I had the mahi sandwich and my wife had the smash burger. The flavors were good and worth the journey. Personally I feel that the added salt would push it to 5 stars. The brown ale is phenomenal and the Pilsner was top notch! The staff is amazing and friendly. Don’t take my word for it, stop in and try it yourself!

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Jerry L JavierGoogle Maps

Recently

Great beer and great food. Definitely recommend having a beer flight so you can get a good taste of Ola Brew. A salad and a fried fish sandwich was a great combo to have with the beer. It’s cool inside, and very spacious. Trivia on Tuesday nights. While you’re at it book a tour of the Ola distillery to have an amazing and unique experience.

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Douglas DonohoGoogle Maps

Recently

It is a brewery. It has excellent beer (at least the four we tried). We also had a very tasty boa bun with pork belly. If you like beer, go.

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Tj MycGoogle Maps

Recently

Ola Brew is such a vibe! Absolutely loved both the food and the drinks, everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly crafted. The beers and cocktails were on point, and the food paired so well with them. The atmosphere is fun, relaxed, and makes it an amazing place to hang out with friends or just unwind.

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Mark KGoogle Maps

Recently

Not totally sure how to accurately describe the food here. My breakfast burrito was fantastic and my wife got the French toast dish... ABSOLUTELY TO DIE FOR. I regret it didn't get the smashburgers... they looked amazing.. but i only have so much room in my belly. Great drinks and good service. Not much for atmosphere but the decor is nice enough.

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Sara VillegasGoogle Maps

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Great atmosphere and amazing beer! Super friendly and fast service. We went on trivia night (Tuesday) and we loved it. The shrimp bao and spring rolls were delicious highly recommend. Bonus: there’s parking in the back!

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Their mission is to encourage growth in Hawai'i's agricultural economy by purchasing local ingredients for their brews.

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