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Best Cafe Restaurants in Hilo

Looking for top-rated cafe restaurants in Hilo? These are our recommended spots for 2026, based on local reviews, menus, and photos.

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All 16 Top-Rated Cafe Restaurants in Hilo

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Tea Time Hawaii - Best Cafe Restaurants in Hilo
5.0(1 reviews)

Tea Time Hawaii

Hilo • 315 E Kawili St, Hilo, Hawaii, 96720-5054

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808 Sweet Shack - Best Cafe Restaurants in Hilo
5.0(3 reviews)

808 Sweet Shack

Hilo • 315 E Kawili St Suite 204, Hilo, Hawaii, 96720-5054

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Paul's Place - Best Cafe Restaurants in Hilo
4.8(316 reviews)

Paul's Place

Hilo • 132 Punahoa St, Hilo, Hawaii, 96720-6308

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Teaspresso Bar - Best Cafe Restaurants in Hilo
4.7(3 reviews)

Teaspresso Bar

Hilo • 14 W Lanikaula St Ste 103, Hilo, Hawaii, 96720-7200

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Vibe Cafe - Best Cafe Restaurants in Hilo
4.6(44 reviews)

Vibe Cafe

Hilo • 750 Kanoelehua Ave Suite 1, Hilo, Hawaii, 96720-7524

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Just Cruisin Coffee - Best Cafe Restaurants in Hilo
4.5(3 reviews)

Just Cruisin Coffee

Island of Hawaii • 835 Kilauea Ave, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720

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Coffee Girl - Best Cafe Restaurants in Hilo
4.5(4 reviews)

Coffee Girl

Hilo • 2100 Kanoelehua Ave A6 Puainako Center, Hilo, Hawaii, 96720

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Sweet Cane Café - Best Cafe Restaurants in Hilo
4.3(74 reviews)

Sweet Cane Café

Hilo • 48 Kamana St Suite 101, Hilo, Hawaii, 96720-4147

Lokahi local eats - Best Cafe Restaurants in Hilo
4.0(1 reviews)

Lokahi local eats

Hilo • 111 E Puainako street, suite 605, Hilo, Hawaii, 96720

New Star Bakery - Best Cafe Restaurants in Hilo
0.0(0 reviews)

New Star Bakery

Hilo • 266 Makaala St, Hilo, Hawaii, 96720-5111

Dining Highlights: Finding Great Cafe in Hilo

Local Ingredients & Flavor

Enjoy authentic cafe prepared with fresh island-sourced ingredients, daily catches, and local Hawaiian seasoning.

Atmosphere & Seating

From casual beachside shacks and food trucks to oceanfront fine dining, find the ideal setting for romantic dinners or family meals in Hilo.

Menus, Prices & Hours

Check price range indicators ($ to $$$$), operating hours, reservations, and customer ratings before visiting Hilo dining spots.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cafe in Hilo

Everything you need to know about dining at cafe restaurants in Hilo, Big Island.

Top-rated cafe spots in Hilo include Tea Time Hawaii, The Tiki Turtle Cafe, 808 Sweet Shack. These are selected based on customer ratings, service quality, and popular menu items.
Explore the best Cafe Restaurants in Hilo, Big Island, Hawaii. Discover top-rated dining venues serving cafe in Hilo. Read guest reviews, check ratings, view menus, and get directions easily. Plan your dining experience or explore other cuisines, islands, or dining features with our local filters. Learn more on TasteHi.

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