Great bread (bake their own). Super (and large sandwiches). Can't say enough nice things about them.read more

So the Eagles Lighthouse Cafe is no more. Let this be a eulogy then. For starters, let's go with…read morethe praise. The food was great. Nice down home cookin', reasonably priced. Now for this. The place was festooned with Bible quotes, Biblical vignettes in the windows, and the three flags of Christian Nationalism garishly out front - the US flag, the Israeli flag, and the nationalist "Plea To Heaven" flag. All paradoxically in tatters and never taken in for good keeping. It did not give off a welcome Biblical vibe though - just one of "agree with us or take it down the road." The kitchen and counter personnel were usually fairly nice people who gave great service. The owners, when they were present, gave off something entirely different. Like you were inconveniencing them by being there. Short tempered and terse if they took your order. If you read the earlier comments, you will hear of them coming unhinged and screaming at some customer about something either overblown, or imagined. They refused to pay their employees properly, with something even close to a living wage. When the Hawaii legislature finally hiked the minimum wage, they stuck out an alarmist notice written in childish green marker that they were sooooo sorry but they "had to" raise their prices a bit because the mean old Hawaii house raised the wage. And of course taxes under Biden, yada yada. In the end, the ELC was a victim of the owners' disposition. It's a very bad business model indeed, when politics, religion and greed actually get in the way of doing business. My best wishes to the employees, I really hope they can find something decent to replace this experience. For the self righteous, sanctimonious greed of the owners and operators - as Jesus said, "Yeah verily, you have your reward."

What a cool shopping experience here in this area at the site of the Volcanoes National Park!…read more They have all you need to hang out for a few days or longer! Friendly service and great prices I thought!

We were out in the community and came across Kīlauea General Store, and it ended up being way more…read morethan just a quick stop. It had that small-town feel where you walk in and instantly feel welcomed, like you've been there before. We grabbed what we needed, but what stood out was the aloha spirit--real, not forced. The kind that reminds you why places like this matter, especially when you're out there trying to help and stay grounded at the same time. The hospitality hit different. Conversations turned into connections, and before we knew it, we were getting names of people in the area who could use a hand. That's the kind of place this is--it doesn't just serve the community, it is the community. Left with supplies, but more importantly, left with purpose and a deeper respect for the people holding it all together.

We just had a late lunch after a busy day in the park. Everything we had was fantastic and service…read morewas very friendly and food came super fast. Absolutely everything about the experience was what we needed before headed to the airport. We had a Teri beef plate, hamburger, and veggie stir fry with chicken. Even the salad dressing on the side salad was very nice. Thank you!!

Great service and food…read more I had the fish tacos - they came with just the right amount of coleslaw on the side. Also had the lilikoi cheesecake which was an explosion of wonder on my tastebuds.

Absolutely loved this place. It's a cute food truck next to the golf course, so the whole area…read morelooks scenic. Food was incredible. The avacado fresh rolls were amazing. Loved the pad see ew and pad kee mao as well. Folks there are super nice, and we ended up going multiple times. Also ten minutes from volcanoes national park which is super convenient!

Beware, the curry by the gallon…read more Because they were out rice and noodles, they offered a free "extra" food option instead of the usual carby accoutrement. My family of four could've easily sipped a single order of hot, steaming curry. We bought two plus two other entrees. Fortunately, the massamam curry and the green curry were very tasty. Spring rolls were delicious and the stir fry was well done. Arrive early. They sell out quick.

Great views of the volcano…read more The taste of Hawaii menu is loaded with food and is great to share amongst a small family. Friendly staff, good food, but the view is what I'll be writing home about.

DISHONEST PEOPLE! Unfortunately there's not much as for choices for eating when visiting the…read moreVolcano. Unfortunately this restaurant decides to be dishonest with its customers in not only providing mini portions at high prices, which I consciously decided to accept, but the menu clearly states for 8+ people there is a 20% mandatory tip. Our party of 7 was charged their fee and when paying amd decoding on a tip my wife saw the fee already on the receipt (which they didn't even tell us, asking for a tip as well) I asked why and they just said "because you have more people". I don't mind paying a tip, but don't eat here if you dont want to support dishonest people.

Kilauea Lodge Restaurant is still a favorite dining option when we visit the Volcano Area…read more As Big Island Kamaaina we come to the village and stay often. Our favorite place is this lovely location and we return to enjoy most meals while there. The ambience, great service staff and uncomplicated menu help us make decisions about what to order; everything is consistently good! Don't forget to tip your service staff. Aloha!

This may be one of the best dining spots in the Volcano area. The menu is relatively small, but…read moreevery dish is thoughtfully prepared and executed exceptionally well. The food, service, and ambiance all deserve 5 stars. A special shoutout to our waiter, Adam, who provided outstanding service and made our evening even more enjoyable. Despite being in a popular visitor destination, the restaurant doesn't feel touristy. Instead, it has a welcoming atmosphere that attracts both visitors and locals looking for a great meal. Parking is free and convenient, and there's also a charming little shop next to the restaurant that's worth browsing before or after dinner. Highly recommended if you're visiting the Volcano area.

If I could give them 10 stars, I would !! this is by far the best barbecue on the island. Their…read morebrisket is juicy and tender, and their portion size are great. Well worth the money spent. I would eat their brisket every day if I could ....melt in your mouth tender. I've tried several other bbq places on the island and nobody comes close to their brisket . Ribs are amazing as well and cornbread is on point . Try them out it's worth the drive.

The Hopper's really know how to throw down when it comes to BBQ. If I had any comparison, it would…read morebe to Kansas City BBQ - which is a HUGE compliment. Rich in mesquite flavor and plated perfectly with filling sides that are more than a generous portion for the price. You can smell their food for miles! Highly recommend them as a foodie! The Hoppers are also incredibly nice humans!

Excellent meal right on the rim at the volcano in the famous Volcano House!…read more We sat right by the window and watched the lava light up at dusk and observed the beginning of what looked like a small eruption outside of the crater opening where the largest steam event had been occurring! The food was very good and we enjoyed the crab cakes and the NY Steak - the kids had hotdog and pasta. We had crème brûlée for dessert and everything was excellent!

This used to be my favorite place to get amazing steak, especially the Rib Eye…read more I went recently with my partner and we finally got a reservation and ordered our favorite $54 steak, (the Rib Eye) only to be extremely disappointed. We ordered it medium, it came out well done, rubbery and not much flavor. I don't even know if they put salt on it. The best thing about the dinner was the view (the volcano was erupting!) and the butter. Spending $120 on a dinner you didn't enjoy hits differently. We have been noticing steak menu changes for a couple years now and we hope this is just a fluke because usually they're excellent. But none of the current steaks are as good as they weee 2 years ago. The waiter didn't seem to want to do anything about it when we said we were dissatisfied. We hope to come again and will just try one steak next time to test the chef and the quality of the steak and if it's cooked correctly.

We arrived shortly before closing, but the staff were very kind and took our order for our late,…read morelight lunch. We enjoyed the mushroom ginger soup, which was flavorful and and a soup and fresh green salad combo. Everything was delicious, flavorful, and just right. And the pricing was affordable. Woo hoo! Seated amidst the interesting and unique art of the gallery, with views outside to the gardens, it was a calm and peaceful dining experience.

Everything, food and service, was fantastic! This is more than just a cafe, it is an experience!…read moreDon't miss the secret garden and all the beautiful artwork from around the island. So glad my daughter found this on a whim after visiting the volcano.

Came after a long day in Volcano national park, and were very pleased. Not your typical mainland…read morebrewery menu! Lots of local flavors and variety. We went for the Okonomiyaki fries and Ulu tacos. They sold out of poke and spam by the time we got seated- but still pleased. My first time having ulu fruit- it's kinda like a yam with texture but absorbs all the spices and grilling. My husband was happy with the beer options. Great option if you're in volcano village

Very disappointed. I got the adobo, which was overly salty, over Gerbers Baby Food style "mashed"…read morepotatoes (pureed potatoes that were bland and had the constiency of baby food) and paid for it, plus a tip. Whoever the Chef was, that was shameful food to serve. I took two bites, and instantly returned it. Be better, because that's wasted money and time on my part, and wasted repeat business on theirs. Very disappointed. Try to be better. That dish sucked. The plating looked like someone threw up in a to go box. ​ ​