If you're looking for a clean, spacious venue with a full kitchen and stage for entertainment to…read morehost a private party, corporate event, or community gathering - look no further than the Hilo Woman's Club. I rented this space for a non-profit organization's family event. I appreciated the flexibility of the facility so tables, chairs, podium & stage area could all be set up and arranged to fit our needs & decorations. The room is bright and airy, and the location is convenient & easy to get to from anywhere in Hilo. The parking lot is small, so for big parties there's overflow parking across the street at Carvhalo Park. I also like that the Hilo Woman's Club is a non-profit organization has 100+ years of community service - with various activities, donations to local charities, and a scholarship fund.

This facility is a perfect place for an event. Full kitchen, tons of space and flexibility with how…read moreyou want to set up and decorate. The cost is very reasonable and facility is very clean. Parking lot is small but that wasn't an issue for my small event. Will definitely be using it again!

Great location for hosting events. I hosted events for clinical presentations and company parties…read more Highly recommend this venue.

Why doesn't everyone know about Wainaku Wednesdays?? There's free live music on the balcony with…read moreseating also in the grassy lawn area that has a spectacular view overlooking Hilo bay. We had the entire lawn to ourselves :-) The parking probably limits how many people could come out but they need to improve marketing! My Aunty doesn't even know about this or she would've came out. The food vendor didn't work out this night so they did snacks with the cash bar. It was better than nothing but we were starving so left early to find dinner.

Koa's Events hosted my best friend's wedding last weekend and the venue was phenomenal. Like they…read moresay, location, location, location!! This place was incredible. Surrounded by 100 foot trees on all sides and illuminated by picturesque lighting, they couldn't have chosen a better spot. The sky glistened with stars and the air sang with wildlife as we danced the night away. The location had a mobile bar with an incredible bartender and a separate bride and groom facility that was fantastic. When they talk about destination weddings -- these are the places they're talking about. If you're planning a Hawaiin wedding, or even a sweet 16, or other outdoor event, check out Koa's Events. This venue will not disappoint!!!!

As a bride planning my destination wedding on the Big Island, I was beyond delighted to find Koa…read moreEvents. From the first contact with them I knew I had found exactly what I needed to make my wedding dreams come true. They came through with not only solutions but additional ideas I had not even dreamed of. The mobile bar was perfect. Not only was it the one stop solution to my open bar needs but the bartender created a signature cocktail for me and my groom. The drinks were a delicious hit and added an extra special spice to our evening. Finally I must rave about the photo both! So much fun and an extra wedding favor for our guest and us. I wanted to add this to my wedding but being able to get the mobile bar AND the Photo Booth at one place was a solid WIN! If you're looking for a way to take the stress off your wedding planning please look no further than Koa Events. You won't be disappointed. Signed a Happy Happy Bride

Nice venue for conferences, weddings, birthday parties, and more!…read moreWonderful service from the staff while here for the Hawai'i Macadamia Nut Association Annual Conference. Delightful fresh breakfast during registration and check in, with iced tea, water, and coffee throughout the day. Filling and tasty buffet lunch to meet every palate. Huge screen for slide shows and power point presentations. Good microphone sound system. Lots of space for vendor displays, and large round tables for attendees. Restrooms were ample albeit a tad worn, and the toilet seat covers did not dispense easily. Nonetheless, this was truly a beautiful setting for a business meeting among colleagues.

This is a cute garden. It does need some TLC but the staff is super nice. Most recently a shabu hot…read morepot restaurant opened here. It was a bit to warm of a day for me to crave hot pot. Back to the garden.... It is under new ownership and they are slowly working to revive this location. With that said even with the water features off this was a great walk to see all the plants, trees, flowers. It is worth the stop especially for the price. We had the whole garden to ourselves as we wonder through.

$10 poke bowl with almost no poke and ice cold rice. Not cold rice but rice that came out of a…read morerefer in a pre prepped poke bowl! Joan's gives more poke that is also better for free!! If I were at a restaurant and it came on a plate with fresh rice I may not be upset but at a bar setting where I had to get up and order my food at the bar and they simply took it out a reefer and handed it to me it is unacceptable!!

My experience here involved horrible service, just like the other review. There are much better…read moreoptions nearby, I would not return to this venue and suggest you don't either.

Navigating through nostalgia. Dining at a place since childhood, a place that's woven into my life…read morestory. This location has been serving generations of local families like mine for decades. Formerly Queen's Court Restaurant at the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, a local gem reinvented five years ago. To WSW Steakhouse. The hotel and restaurant are now officially part of the Trademark Collection by Wyndham, still owned and managed by Castle Resorts & Hotels Hawai'i. A fresh new dining concept replacing WSW will happen soon, before winter 2026. Complete with interior renovations, a refreshed menu, new wraparound bar and name. Here's an authentic snapshot, capturing my dining experiences at WSW before this transformation happens. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Tired of waiting for a breakfast table, want the convenience of making a reservation? Don't like your family placed on separate tables? Do you seek comfort and air conditioning in the morning? A venue that offers an upscale breakfast ambiance with ocean views? This is the place. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ À la carte breakfast at WSW is underrated and deserves promoting. The locals, I feel, need to know about this place. Served Mon-Fri with reservations available via the OpenTable app. Recently, I did a two-night stay at the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel. I decided to dine at WSW for all meals and it introduced me to their breakfast and dinner à la carte experiences. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Savory comfort, genuine hospitality, breathtaking morning views. Hungry? "I'm Starving", the portions and price point sure surprised me. 3 eggs, 2 breakfast meats, choice of starch and a short stack had me content beyond reason. These pancakes aren't premade for quick serving or, so large in size the quality of taste and texture diminishes. They're fluffy, sweet, pillowy with an airy interior, caramelized exterior. Enjoy an order of their hearty + comforting Housemade Corned Beef Hash, where each component melds perfectly together. The eggs are opulent in color and served with your choice of starch. This is my favorite. Their Belgium Waffle is light and delicate, deep subtly butteriness and balanced sweetness. Garnished with blueberries and whipped butter. Simple yet prepared with care. On Saturdays and Sundays, a $25 breakfast buffet with an omelet station is offered. For a $35 upcharge after 8am, enjoy steamed snow crab. carved Prime Rib and bottomless mimosas. A champagne brunch experience I've done many times. As WSW turns into a new dining concept, I hope breakfast remains unchanged. Food, service, ambiance, value, convenience. I currently rate it as the best breakfast spot in East Hawai'i. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Dinner. "Sizzling 16oz Ribeye", juicy and tender. Intense sizzle, the flavors were so on-point, the side sauce I ordered wasn't necessary. The quick sear rendered a perfect medium and the caramelized onions were so delicious, I ate them as a no-onion person. Served with garlic mashed potatoes, request a a baked potato upgrade. The Misoyaki Butterfish, moist with a caramelized glaze and rich umami flavor. I would recommend checking the texture of your rice though. Tinono appetizer, amazing flavor and texture profile. A must along with the creamy Lobster Mac 'n Cheese. This is the only restaurant on the East Side that offers a salad bar with dinner. For $10 with any entrée, four offerings plus two outstanding soup selections. The most hearty and delicious Clam Chowder I've had in a while, it deserves a spot on their new menu. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Weekend dinner, holiday and brunch buffets, this is what this location is known for since I was a kid. Even though the lavish offerings and prices have changed over time, the same charm of dining here still remains. I usually only come for two items, the rest is secondary. Snow Crab and Prime Rib. If both are prepared well, I'm satisfied. But there's times the prime rib is inconsistent in-flavor and texture. Yet, I always leave satisfied since everything else usually balances things out. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ I feel a sense of belonging, the guest service at WSW makes me feel valued. From entry at the host stand, to the front team, to the managers. I don't feel like I'm just another transaction, but appreciated as a local resident and return customer. Live action stations (omelet/carving), the kitchen team has moments where their level of service isn't consistent with those in the front. It should add to the overall dining experience, be a part of the "show". There's a select few, seniors of the front team who create a meaningful connection each time. My dining experience becomes personalized with genuine empathy and emotional awareness. Thank you. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Let's celebrate their evolution, a brand refresh and dining concept change. I'm excited with anticipation and looking forward to supporting your new vision. Thank you for continually elevating the dining experience and welcoming myself + the community back for decades. As a new chapter unfolds, "Congratulations".

The Friday Hawaiian buffet is amazing! Nice view of Hilo Bay, but bring a fat wallet. The poke is…read moretop notch, a wonderful selection of salads, and the prime rib and crab legs are excellent. $10 discount if you're staying at the hotel.

Yelp 365 Challenge 2015 #72/365…read more Aunty Sally's Luau House is a great place to have big parties. They have tons of tables and chairs, and a lot of space, as well as lots of free parking. They have everything that a party space needs: a kitchen, bathrooms, and bar areas. One thing about this place is that all the labor and setting up & clean up is the responsibility of the renter. However, if you're with family and friends living in Hawaii, those parts will be a breeze with everyone helping out. Their air conditioning is really good in this place, because even though it can be packed, it'll still be cold inside. I don't know how it is in the women's bathroom, but for the single stall in the men's bathroom, there's no lock, so I wouldn't recommend doing your business in there. As far as types of tables and chairs, they have plastic & wooden tables, along with metal chairs and wooden benches. In my opinion, the wooden benches are much more comfortable than the metal chairs are. I've been to many parties at Aunty Sally's, and the venue is always a good choice.

Sweet community hall. Great location for zumba. The bathrooms were clean, the space too.read more