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The Temple Bar Hilo, Hilo, HI

The Temple Bar Hilo

4.3 (31)
$30 and under
Farm-to-table
64 Keawe St Front 102, Hilo, HI 96720

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The Temple Bar Hilo

4.3
$30 and under
Farm-to-table
Hilo

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2 people
21:00
Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for craft beers
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighbourhood gem
The Temple Kitchen + Bar is a casual yet upscale craft food, cocktail, beer, and wine bar located in Hilo, Hawaii, and now in Kailua-Kona. Both locations are open daily from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., with brunch available at 8 a.m. on weekends at our Kailua-Kona location. We offer a lively atmosphere combining fine dining elements with a relaxed island vibe. Our menu features creative twists on craft dishes and cocktails, highlighting fresh, local ingredients in our service and showcasing Hawaii’s vibrant culinary spirit. Additionally, our thoughtfully curated selection of wine and beer includes unique offerings. We take pride in providing a personalized guest experience through our knowledgeable and friendly staff. Allow our staff to make recommendations tailored to your preferences and explore flavors that resonate with our local culture and your taste. Visit us soon. We’d be happy to see you.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table, Fusion / Eclectic, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00–23:00 Sat, Sun 09:00–23:00
  • Phone number
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at The Temple Bar Hilo.

4.3

4.3
(31)
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.0Ambience
  • 3.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Temple Bar Hilo offers a vibrant atmosphere with "high quality delicious apps and food." Patrons praise the "friendly and accommodating" staff and "excellent" drinks. Highlights include unique ice creams and expertly crafted cocktails. It's a "comfortable, relaxed" spot enjoyed by both locals and tourists, making it a standout dining experience.
31 Reviews
  1. Tom

    Alabama3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Party was amazing! 6 people and he took all our orders with a smile! Interacting and laughing and delivering high quality delicious apps and food! Loved the pickle platter, the wings and more! Beer and cocktails were all delish!

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  2. Joann

    San Francisco Bay Area15 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 26 August 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    There was one server and a bartender working at capacity. During most of our time in the restaurant, every table was full. The food was ok not great and it was challenging to move around.

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  3. Angelique Gold

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 18 August 2026

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Horrible food and so-so service. McDonald’s would have been better and I hate McDonald’s!

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  4. Raymond Gold

    New York City50 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 July 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Mainly a cocktail bar. But, food was surprisingly good. Attentive service. Open air.

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  5. Luci Gold

    Indiana3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 July 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food! The Spanish clams, sashimi carpaccio, fried rice and pork belly were amazing!

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  6. Jennifer Gold

    San Diego5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 June 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We stumbled upon this place our first night in Hilo. It turned out to have really tasty food and a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere.

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  7. Frederic Gold

    San Francisco Bay Area73 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 May 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Come for the drinks, stay for the food. They put a special amount of love and care into their drinks. I had two (the Devil's Soul and the Sazerac. I tasted my GF's choice of the Sandy Lei. All impressed. I loved the carpaccio and crevice. The bread never disappoints, but the the homemade ice cream was a special and memorable treat. If spicy mango ice cream is wrong, I don't want to be right. The kumquat ice cream was also unique and fantastic. The portions are small, but I appreciate the quality and love they put into their food. I love the vibe in this place. It seems to be a place both locals and open minded tourists can enjoy. I've been to most of the restaurants in Hilo and many around the Big Island, and I must stay this place stands out.

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  8. Rusty

    Denver / Colorado4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 May 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating. We showed up before our reservation time, and they were willing to seat us right away. The food was excellent as were the drinks. We ordered two different kinds of flatbread, fried rice, ceviche, and poke - all of it was delicious. One of the best lemontinis I’ve ever had! Highly recommend this place!

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  9. Brian

    Washington, D.C. Area14 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 11 May 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    All good, just not inspirational. Worth a visit and a cocktail.

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  10. Carolyn Gold

    Los Angeles1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 8 May 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Fine but probably not a place we’d return to. Tacos were good but small. Clams tough and overcooked but in good sauce. Good cocktails. Service fine.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table, Fusion / Eclectic, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00–23:00 Sat, Sun 09:00–23:00
  • Phone number
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress

FAQs

Yes, The Temple Bar Hilo is frequently recommended for dates, thanks to creative food, a strong cocktail program, and a lively yet polished island vibe.

The Sashimi Grade Ahi Carpaccio is a recurring favorite, several guests praise its citrusy, tender flavor and it appears on the current menu.

The Temple Bar Hilo has a casual-yet-upscale, relaxed island vibe with an open-air feel and a cozy, small dining room, a friendly neighborhood spot for drinks and creative plates.

One reviewer noted the restaurant serves nice-sized portions that are good for sharing.

Casual dress, comfortable, nothing formal expected, which fits the restaurant's casual-yet-upscale island character.

Yes, The Temple Bar Hilo is a full cocktail, beer and wine bar; guests praise its crafted cocktails and local beers, naming drinks like the Sazerac, Devil's Soul and Through the Looking Glass.

How FAQ content is generated

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  3. Hawaii
  4. Hawaii / Big Island
  5. Hilo

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The Temple Bar Hilo

4.3
$30 and under
Farm-to-table
Hilo

Make a booking

2 people
21:00
Booked 2 times today
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