The Best Restaurant in Greater Hilo, Big Island

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The Seaside Restaurant and Aqua Farm

$$ Fodor's Choice

Owned and operated by the Nakagawi family since the early 1920s, this landmark restaurant features three separate dining rooms that overlook a 30-acre natural brackish fishpond, making this one of the most interesting places to eat in Hilo. Some highlights are paniolo (cowboy) prime rib, New York steak, and shrimp scampi. Arrive before sunset and request a table by the window for a view of egrets roosting around the fishpond.

1790 Kalanianaole Ave., Hilo, HI, 96720, USA
808-935–8825
Known For
  • Authentic local experience
  • Ocean and pond views at sunset
  • Fried aholehole (young Hawaiian flagtail)
Restaurant Details
Closed Mon. and Tues. No lunch.

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