Cafe Pesto Hilo Bay

4.5(2,319)

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Location & Hours

Address

308 Kamehameha Ave #101
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
United States

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Hours

Closed • Opens Thursday at 11:00 AM

Monday11:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Tuesday11:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Wednesday11:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Thursday11:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Friday11:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Saturday11:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Sunday11:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Contact & Links

Contact Information

(808) 969-6640

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About Cafe Pesto Hilo Bay

Mainstay eatery in a quaint, restored historic space is known for its pizzas from a wood-fired oven.

Price range: moderately priced

Google-sourced data last fetched on April 30, 2025.

4.5/5

Based on 2,319 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Martin Pickett

4 months ago

A very pleasant surprise! I received a gift card as a birthday present and went there yesterday for the first time. The service and food were excellent! I got the steak and it was perfect along with t...

Walter R

a month ago

We spontaneously stopped by for a light meal. After a friendly welcome a nice table was assigned to our group of 4 adults. The waiter was very friendly too. We ordered crab cakes and they were cooked ...

John Mella

a month ago

We always make a stop in Hill to eat here. Their Bhan Mi with sweet potato side is amazing. My go to order. The place itself has a very cool retro vibe. The service is always friendly and fast.

India A

3 months ago

Everything I tried was absolutely amazing, I highly recommend the Rose cocktail named after the bartender Rose, who was also an absolute dream! The BLT Pizza is a real surprise, super tasty. The risot...

Amy Hofbauer

3 months ago

I said I’m gluten free and asked for rice and grilled fish of the day. This was not a problem at all here. I had ono which was delicious, very fresh tasting. Sorry for the photo. I already started ...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

Customers consistently reported excellent dining experiences, praising the restaurant for its delicious food and friendly service. The restaurant is highly recommended.

Customer Favorites

Crab cakes and the BLT Pizza stand out as highly recommended dishes. The Bhan Mi with sweet potato side and the fish sandwich are also popular choices.

Atmosphere & Service

The restaurant offers a cool, retro vibe with friendly and fast service. Rose, a bartender, is specifically mentioned as providing exceptional service.

Value & Quality

The restaurant is commended for its fresh, perfectly cooked, and well-balanced dishes. Quality ingredients, such as fresh fish and creamy risottos, contribute to the positive perception of food quality.

Areas for Improvement

No specific areas for improvement were mentioned.

Recent Trends

Recent reviews continue to emphasize the quality of food and friendly service, with specific callouts for well-prepared seafood and unique menu items. Gluten-free options are readily available.