L&L Hawaiian Barbecue - Hawaiian restaurant in Hilo - 348 Kinoole St, USA

Located downtown Hilo, has its own parking, but you can also easily find street parking around there. It was fairly busy while we were there and a lot of locals come to grab lunch. The lady working at the register was super nice and pleasant to talk to. We ordered a chick katsu bowl and a seafood platter combo, the food was ready quickly and tasted good as expected. You can sit and eat at the tables there or take the food to go. There are no bathrooms for customers though. There menu is so busy with so many options so if you’re new it might take you a moment to figure out what to get. There is premade options that you can select from or order something else from the menu. This location has more options and better prices compared to the one at the mall near Walmart.

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue, blending Asian and American culinary traditions, delivers a delightful dining experience at affordable prices. The extensive menu caters to a broad range of preferences and all dishes offer generous servings. The restaurant's atmosphere is casual, making it an ideal spot for everything from quick snacks to leisurely breakfasts. Service is notably efficient, adding to the overall positive experience. In summary, L&L Hawaiian Barbecue stands out as an excellent choice for those seeking large portions, cheap prices and Hawaiian flavors in a laid-back environment.

Hawaiian plate Kalua pork and cabbage was delicious, rice sides and Mac salad as well. I also ordered 2 Spam musubi, which were well made and tasty. Lots of items to choose from, cozy seating area. Off the beaten path for tourists, but worth the walk from the main strip.

Just a little place, simple, local, good food. Friendly people behind the counter.

My choice for a solid, great portioned plate lunch. Really fast service, too!

On July 1, 2023, three of us embarked on a mission to eat musubi at all 12 L&L locations on the Big Island. This was our 7th stop on our journey and it was a perfectly fine experience. Service was nice... when she finally acknowledged my presence, the food was hot and tasted exactly how it should, and the restaurant was no cleaner than one should expect from an L&L. I have been to this location before our 11+ hour endeavor this day, and I enjoyed my experience here. It is safe to say that I would go back here again, and I far greater prefer this Hilo location over the mall food court location by Walmart. This L&L scored right in the middle of the pack, not great, not bad, just an average L&L experience.

Good easy place to eat.

Got a chicken bowl as I didn't want too much. For under $10, this is a great value given the location. Fresh and hot, tasty chicken. Steamed veggies not over done. And a generous portion of rice (in this case, brown for me). Definitely worth a return visit.