Guidebook for Pāhoa
Puna Kai Shopping Center - Food Scene
The new Shopping Center in Pahoa offers good Thai food, Mexican and Fish/Sushi. The new Malama Market (Supermarket) should open by March 2021
Jackie Rey's Ohana Grill Hilo
64 Keawe StBest Happy hour in Hilo
Pineapples Restaurant
332 Keawe StGreat Food and atmosphere
Big Island Brewhaus
64-1066 Mamalahoa HwyGreat craft beer and food
Drinks & Nightlife
Lava Shack
15-2929 Pahoa Village RdLive music some nights and decent drinks
Best nightlife this side of the island every Wednesday with live music and lots of people watching
20 locals recommend
Uncle Roberts Bar - Liquor And Beer
Unnamed RoadBest nightlife this side of the island every Wednesday with live music and lots of people watching
Parks & Nature
Onomea Bay Trail
27-547 Mamalahoa HwyOne of the most beautiful botanical gardens in Hawaii
Amazing views even if you don't drive to the bottom, but if you do don't miss the waterfalls.
117 locals recommend
Waipio Valley
Amazing views even if you don't drive to the bottom, but if you do don't miss the waterfalls.
2,5 mile hike but well worth it! Swim with Turtles and enjoy the beach.
45 locals recommend
Shipman Beach / Haena Beach
2,5 mile hike but well worth it! Swim with Turtles and enjoy the beach.
Arts & Culture
Palace Theater
38 Haili StCheck local listings for great concerts and performances
Essentials
Island Naturals Pahoa Market & Deli
15 -1870 Akeakamai LoopGreat Organic fare at not so great prices
Food scene
Great little Mexican place with outdoor and indoor seating in the new Pahoa Puna Kai Shopping Center.
12 locals recommend
Coco Cantina
15-2714 Pahoa Village RdGreat little Mexican place with outdoor and indoor seating in the new Pahoa Puna Kai Shopping Center.
Ning's Thai Cuisine
15-2955 Pahoa Village RdGreat Thai place with vegan options
Best Ice cream on the planet - Vegan! Must try for any visitor!
21 locals recommend
Nicoco Hawaiian Gelato
15-2929 Pahoa Village RdBest Ice cream on the planet - Vegan! Must try for any visitor!
Sightseeing
Manta Ray Dives of Hawaii
74-380 Kealakehe PkwyAmazing experience on the Kona side of the Big Island