Opening hours
Open now · closes 6:00 PM
| Monday | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
Local time in Hilo: 2:22 PM (HST). Holiday hours may differ – call (808) 969-9897 to confirm.
Location & directions
555 Kalanianaole St AHilo, HI 96720
About Ocean Front Kitchen
Ocean Front Kitchen is a restaurant located at 555 Kalanianaole St A in Hilo, Hawaii. It is one of 152 places to eat and drink we list in Hilo. It sits in the affordable price range ($10–20 per person).
Ocean Front Kitchen is open 7 days a week, usually 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Guests can choose from 128 menu items across 19 sections, including Plate Lunch / Dinner - Beef, Soup & Noodle, Hawaiian BBQ Plate -Seafood, Cake Noodle, and Plate Lunch / Dinner - Side Orders. Listed prices range from $4.00 to $20.95, with a typical item around $15.95. You will find options like Beef Chop Suey, Seafood Won Ton Mein, and Fried Mahi Mahi.
Service options include outdoor seating, delivery, drive-through, takeaway, and dine-in. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual. It is especially popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining. Offerings include comfort food and quick bite.
Accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, and wheelchair-accessible seating. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Parking: free of charge street parking, free parking lot, and parking. Reservations are accepted; call (808) 969-9897 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- Restaurant · Chinese
- Address
- 555 Kalanianaole St A, Hilo, HI 96720
- Phone
- (808) 969-9897
- Price range
- $10–20 per person
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Menu
- 128 items · $4.00–$20.95
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 7 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 10 AM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Ocean Front Kitchen’s weekday schedule with 11 other restaurants in Hilo. On a typical weekday it opens at 9:00 AM, close to the local norm of 10:00 AM and closes at 8:00 PM, in line with the typical 7:00 PM.
In total it is open about 75 hours a week, 25 hours more than the local median of 50. 45% of restaurants in Hilo open on Sundays, and Ocean Front Kitchen is one of them.
Compared with 11 other restaurants in Hilo that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for restaurants in Hawaii
Based on 55 menus with 2,893 priced items from restaurants in Hawaii, the median menu item costs $15.00, and half of all items are priced between $8.00 and $19.50.
At Ocean Front Kitchen the median listed price is $15.95, close to the typical $15.00 for restaurants in Hawaii.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Loco Moco | 20% | $12.97 |
| Chicken Katsu | 13% | $19.00 |
| French Fries | 13% | $6.50 |
| French Toast | 13% | $9.75 |
| Saimin | 13% | $8.38 |
| Hot Dog | 13% | $4.39 |
| Coffee | 13% | $2.75 |
| Macaroni Salad | 11% | $4.42 |
Calculated from 55 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Photos
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From the business
- Identifies as Asian-owned
- Identifies as indigenous-owned
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Drive-through
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
Offerings
- Comfort food
- Quick bite
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
Atmosphere
- Casual
Planning
- Reservations required
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Ocean Front Kitchen there are 7 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 15 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include American (3), Vietnamese (2), Bakeries & Desserts (2), and Cafes & Coffee (2).
Competition is healthy: 4 other restaurants are within a mile and 15 within three miles. The closest is Ponds, 0.4 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
- Cafes & CoffeeThe Coffee Cove0.1 mi
- VietnameseLe Yellow Sub0.4 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsMillie’s Deli and Snack Shop0.5 mi
- AmericanCoconut Grill0.5 mi
- ThaiNim's Chiang Mai Cuisine0.6 mi
What to expect at a restaurant
General restaurants are places that do not fit neatly into a single cuisine: family restaurants, grills, bistros, eclectic kitchens and multi-cuisine menus. They are often local favorites that serve a bit of everything, from breakfast plates to steaks and seafood.
What to order
- House specialties – what regulars come back for
- Daily specials – often the freshest dishes
- Local dishes – anything named after the town or region
Good to know
- Check the latest hours before you go – independent restaurants change them more often.
- Weekend evenings are usually the busiest time.
- Tipping 18–20% on table service is standard in the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Ocean Front Kitchen's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM. Monday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Thursday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Friday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Saturday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Is Ocean Front Kitchen open on Sunday?
Yes, Ocean Front Kitchen is open on Sundays: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Where is Ocean Front Kitchen located?
Ocean Front Kitchen is located at 555 Kalanianaole St A, Hilo, HI 96720.
What is the phone number of Ocean Front Kitchen?
You can call Ocean Front Kitchen at (808) 969-9897.
Does Ocean Front Kitchen offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Ocean Front Kitchen offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: outdoor seating, delivery, drive-through, takeaway, and dine-in.
How much does it cost to eat at Ocean Front Kitchen?
The typical price range at Ocean Front Kitchen is $10–20 per person. Menu prices range from $4.00 to $20.95.
Does Ocean Front Kitchen take reservations?
Yes, Ocean Front Kitchen accepts reservations.
Is Ocean Front Kitchen wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, and wheelchair-accessible seating.
Is Ocean Front Kitchen open late?
No, Ocean Front Kitchen usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Ocean Front Kitchen?
There are 15 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Ocean Front Kitchen. Nearby options include The Coffee Cove (0.1 mi), Le Yellow Sub (0.4 mi), and Millie’s Deli and Snack Shop (0.5 mi).
Are there other restaurants near Ocean Front Kitchen?
4 other restaurants within a mile. The closest is Ponds, 0.4 mi away.
How much do restaurants in Hawaii cost?
Based on 55 menus with 2,893 priced items from restaurants in Hawaii, the median menu item costs $15.00, and half of all items are priced between $8.00 and $19.50.