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Ken's House of Pancakes

4.4(5,880)

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Location & Hours

Address

1730 Kamehameha Ave
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
United States

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Hours

Open • Closes Today at 9:00 PM

Monday6:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Tuesday6:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday6:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Thursday6:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday6:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Saturday6:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Sunday6:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Contact & Links

Contact Information

(808) 935-8711

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About Ken's House of Pancakes

American-style, 24-hour diner with a Hawaiian twist has macadamia-nut pancakes, burgers & stews.

Cuisine: Uncategorized
Price range: moderately priced

Google-sourced data last fetched on July 17, 2025.

4.4/5

Based on 5,880 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Debra Caracol Person

a month ago

We love this place haven't been here in 10 yrs. everything looked the same! Laura our server was beaming with Aloha ! Food was plentiful! especially the crab omelet to abundantly full of crab!! Each v...

Dr Chef

a month ago

This was in our list to try while on island and super glad we did. It was full of locals. We ordered “The Sumo” which was pretty gigantic and they yell out SUMO when ordered but most importantly the...

Nando Daiello

3 weeks ago

Food and service was solid! Having great food in paradise is a plus This place's been rooted in Hilo's history for many many decades! It's like a landmark The menu is EXTENSIVE! There's so many option...

Avezel Lenze

2 weeks ago

I feel at home while away from home! The Spam Moco was one of our best highlights of the day. It was so good! It has fried spam layered with over easy eggs, steamed rice, and gravy! Yum..😋

Abhash Kumar Singh

4 months ago

We were here for breakfast on the Christmas day and the place was alive! Busy wait staff running around and serving fresh food to the happy crowd. We waited for 15-20mins before we got a seat. The sta...

Caleb Freeman

a week ago

This place is super popular due to its location to the greater Hilo area. It is a classic diner style restaurant. Nothing in particular is anything to write home about. I say again, it is a classic di...

Wendy Day

a month ago

I went back twice for the homemade syrup. Guava, passion fruit, and coconut. I had pancakes the first time and a waffle the next morning. The place isn’t cheap and it seems to stay packed. But it’s wo...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

This classic diner is a popular spot, especially for those visiting the Hilo area, offering a generally positive dining experience. Many customers express satisfaction with the food and service, indicating a reliable and enjoyable visit.

Customer Favorites

Standout menu items include the Spam Moco, Da Bradah Omelette, and the crab omelet. The homemade syrups (guava, passion fruit, and coconut) are also a highly praised feature.

Atmosphere & Service

The restaurant is described as having a familiar and welcoming atmosphere, with some considering it a local landmark. The service is frequently highlighted as friendly and attentive, with specific servers like Mrs. Crystal and Laura receiving positive mentions for their excellent service and Aloha spirit.

Value & Quality

The restaurant is noted as not being cheap, but many feel it is worth the price due to the plentiful portions and good food quality. The menu is extensive, offering a wide variety of options.

Areas for Improvement

No specific areas for improvement were mentioned.

Recent Trends

Recent reviews continue to emphasize the good service and the restaurant's consistent diner style. Some reviewers highlight the restaurant as a good "one time experience" while vacationing, suggesting a novelty aspect to the visit.