PIZZA

[DanielP]

Part of what I like at Paolo's is what some folks don't like. The Funkiness. Paolo replaced the floor in the dining room last year and I miss the holes in the floor. Now you can put your chair anywhere without going tipsy. Yep, the drapes are shabby, the signage poor, but it so fits with Pahoa. The food is still some of the best on BI. Always the freshest ingredients.

I like to sit where I can watch the chefs prepare every dish to order. Paolo makes his pasta fresh and does his own shopping at the Hilo farmer's Market. Yep, if you go at 7 on a Friday or Saturday then service is slow. We always plan on an early arrival when we go to Paolo's.

I have had good meals at Kaleo's too. Hilo Bay Cafe has consistently excellent food. Pescatore has nice ambiance.

The best steak that I have had was at Kiawe Kitchen in Volcano, although they are a bit pricey. Try their crafty Pizza . They are definitely a must try for the restaraunt hoppers. Go early or late here, big rush from the park. While I have had the best Rib-eye there, I have had some mediocre ones too.

Dan