Opening hours
Open now · closes 3:00 PM
| Monday | 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Sunday | 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
Local time in Hilo: 2:11 PM (HST). Holiday hours may differ.
About Ka Lihikai
Looking for an American restaurant in Hilo? Ka Lihikai is at 93 Banyan Drive, Hilo, Hawaii. Our Hilo guide covers 152 food and drink spots, and this is one of them.
Ka Lihikai is open daily, 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Note that it closes between lunch and dinner service on 7 days of the week.
Service options include dine-in.
Reservations are accepted.
Quick facts
- Category
- American Restaurant
- Address
- 93 Banyan Drive, Hilo, HI 96720
- Hours
- Open daily, 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 6 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 7 AM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for American restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Ka Lihikai’s weekday schedule with 6 other American restaurants in Hilo. On a typical weekday it opens at 6:30 AM, earlier than 100% of them (the typical opening time is 11:00 AM) and closes at 9:00 PM, later than 67% of them (typical closing time: 8:30 PM).
In total it is open about 84 hours a week, 22 hours more than the local median of 63. 100% of American restaurants in Hilo open on Sundays, and Ka Lihikai is one of them.
Compared with 6 other American restaurants in Hilo that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for American restaurants across the US
Based on 1,910 menus with 123,158 priced items from American restaurants across the US, the median menu item costs $11.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.00 and $16.00.
We don’t have Ka Lihikai’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what American restaurants across the US typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Onion Rings | 24% | $6.39 |
| French Fries | 24% | $4.95 |
| Caesar Salad | 23% | $11.99 |
| Grilled Cheese | 22% | $7.55 |
| Cheeseburger | 19% | $10.47 |
| Coffee | 17% | $3.00 |
| Patty Melt | 15% | $12.99 |
| Blt | 15% | $10.99 |
Calculated from 1,910 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Dine-in
Planning
- Accepts reservations
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Ka Lihikai there are 6 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 15 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include American (2), Vietnamese (2), Bakeries & Desserts (2), and Cafes & Coffee (2).
Competition is light: 2 other American restaurants are within a mile and 6 within three miles. The closest is Coconut Grill, 0.5 mi away.
2 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- VietnameseLe Yellow Sub0.4 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsMillie’s Deli and Snack Shop0.5 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeBig Island Coffee Roasters0.5 mi
- ThaiNim's Chiang Mai Cuisine0.6 mi
- Japanese & SushiSakura Restaurant & Grill0.6 mi
What to expect at an American restaurant
American restaurants cover a lot of ground: the neighborhood diner with a counter and bottomless coffee, the family restaurant with a long laminated menu, the gastropub doing elevated comfort food, and the “New American” kitchen that builds a short seasonal menu around local farms. What ties them together is a menu built on familiar staples – burgers, sandwiches, salads, steaks, fried chicken and pasta – plus regional favorites that change as you cross the country.
What to order
- Cheeseburger – the benchmark dish; a good one tells you how seriously the kitchen takes its basics
- Chicken-fried steak or fried chicken – a comfort classic, especially in the South and Midwest
- Mac and cheese – often a house side that doubles as a main
- A regional specialty – look for anything named after the town or state on the menu
Good to know
- Portions are generous; sharing a starter or ordering a half portion is common and rarely frowned upon.
- Weekday lunch specials and early-bird dinners often cost noticeably less than the regular menu.
- Tipping 18–20% on table service is standard across the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Ka Lihikai's opening hours?
Open daily, 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Monday: 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Saturday: 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Sunday: 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Is Ka Lihikai open on Sunday?
Yes, Ka Lihikai is open on Sundays: 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Where is Ka Lihikai located?
Ka Lihikai is located at 93 Banyan Drive, Hilo, HI 96720.
Does Ka Lihikai offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Ka Lihikai. Listed service options: dine-in.
Does Ka Lihikai take reservations?
Yes, Ka Lihikai accepts reservations.
Is Ka Lihikai open late?
No, Ka Lihikai usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Ka Lihikai?
There are 15 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Ka Lihikai. Nearby options include Le Yellow Sub (0.4 mi), Millie’s Deli and Snack Shop (0.5 mi), and Big Island Coffee Roasters (0.5 mi).
Are there other American restaurants near Ka Lihikai?
2 other American restaurants within a mile. The closest is Coconut Grill, 0.5 mi away.
How much do American restaurants across the US cost?
Based on 1,910 menus with 123,158 priced items from American restaurants across the US, the median menu item costs $11.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.00 and $16.00.
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