Jackie Rey's Ohana Grill Hilo

“This was a delightful lunch. We were hungry, so only got picture of one of the three. The crispy short ribs were a definite mush have! The fish tacos were so fresh! The shrimp scampi was very tasty. Caramel our server was so sweet and helpful.”

“We went there for lunch. The food is very nice as well as the service. We ordered pork spring rolls as appetizer, it’s amazing. We also had poke bowls, crab cake and fresh caught fish grill. They are all fresh and tasty.”

“I had a fantastic dining experience at Jackie Rey’s Hilo, located in the historic part of Hilo and just a short distance from the waterfront! From the moment we walked in, the ambiance struck a wonderful balance between elegance and comfort, creating a refined dining atmosphere without any stuffiness. It is in an old bank and vault remains. The cocktails were a highlight—creative and delicious, each one perfectly complementing our meal. I ordered the steak, which was incredible and perfectly prepared to my liking; it was tender and packed with flavor. The salads were also fantastic, fresh and vibrant, showcasing high-quality ingredients. The burgers that went by us looking amazing! The quality of the food was exceptional, and I was pleasantly surprised by the great prices for such high standards. The service was top-notch, with attentive staff who made us feel welcomed and valued throughout our visit. Plus, street parking was easy to find. I highly recommend Jackie Rey’s Hilo for anyone looking for a memorable meal in a beautiful setting!”

“Went here for NYE and ordered nearly everything off their menu. Highlights were the Ahi Tuna Tartare appetizer and the Fresh Catch and Ahi & Coconut Shrimp mains. All of the food was well prepared but not outstanding. Ambiance was quite loud and it was hard to talk and service is very slow, though this may have been impacted by the holidays. We had a lot of better food in Hilo, so personally I’d recommend looking elsewhere.”

“Lovely finer dining restaurant. The staff was so genuine and helpful. Our server was so nice. We got the steak and added on the lobster which you can do on saturdays. It was a birthday dinner, so that’s why it was nice to have the option. The crispy smashed potatoes and sauce on the steak were wonderful additions to the plate. Food took a while to come out but it was a weekend evening to be fair. Even a complimentary birthday cake plate came out, with a decadent moist German chocolate cake and mac nut icing. If you like a place with a lot of options on the menu, this isn’t the place for you.”