Hilo Bay Dinner Menu

Dinner Menu | Lunch Menu | Kids Menu
Appetizers | Soups & Salads | Creative Island Cuisine | Pizzas | Calzones | Desserts | Beverages | Libations

We are a smoke-free restaurant. We accept all major credit cards.
Open 7 days a week: Sunday - Thursday 11 am until 9 pm Friday and Saturday 11 am until 10 pm

10% Service Gratuity is Added on Take-Out Orders Over $25.00
Sample Menu Only: Items and Prices Subject to Change Without Notice

APPETIZERS

 Fresh Basil Crostini
 Classic French bread from our in-house bakery toasted 
 with a creamy herbed  garlic butter
 3.95
 
  Focaccia
Freshly baked pizza bread with your choice of:
 Herbed Big Island goat cheese, fresh rosemary gorgonzola, or Greek olive  pesto
 4.95
 
 Shrimp "Half Moon" Nachos
 
Crispy Asian style chips topped with smoked mozzarella, split jumbo  shrimp, 
 cilantro sour cream, a mild chili dressing, and Kaiwiki corn  relish
 12.95
 
 Asian Pacific Crab Cakes
 Light and crispy served with honey-miso vinaigrette 
 and pickled cucumber "namasu"
 14.95
 
 Coconut Crusted Calamari
 Set on a slaw of arugula, won bok and pickled ginger, accented with
 a honey mustard-mango dipping sauce
 13.95
 
 Smoked Salmon Pizzette
 A petite pizza with rosemary gorgonzola, fresh spinach and sweet local  onions
 10.95
 
 Sesame-Crusted Big Island Goat Cheese
 Broiled eggplant, vine-ripened organic tomatoes, 
 spinach and a balsamic-citrus  vinaigrette
 13.95


 
 
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SOUPS & ORGANIC SALADS


 Soup Special of the Day
 4.95
 
 Wild Greens Salad
 
An eclectic blend of locally grown organic baby lettuces, cucumbers 
 and vine-ripened organic tomatoes
 5.95
 
 Volcano Mist
 
Delicate greens, sweet organic local tomatoes, smoky mozzarella, drizzled with 
 a citrus balsamic vinaigrette, garnished with Madam Pele crisped onion rings
 10.95
 
 Chicken Lolla Rosa
Grilled free-range chicken tossed with organic baby greens, local sweet onions, 
 vine-ripened organic  tomatoes, dressed with a cilantro-caesar dressing
 14.95
 
 Grilled Fresh Catch Salad
 
A refreshing combination of Island fish over organic baby lettuces
 and a light sesame citrus vinaigrette
 *market price*

 Seared Poke with Spinach
 
Sesame marinated fresh island fish served with green onions,
 pickled ginger, and grilled pineapple
 *market price*
 
 Blue Caesar Salad
 Crisp hearts of Kiwano Farms romaine, gorgonzola crumbles
 and anchovy buttered  croutons
 7.95 / 10.95
 
 House Dressings: Creamy pesto, rosemary gorgonzola, 
 herbed garlic  vinaigrette, olive oil & balsamic vinegar
    


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CREATIVE  ISLAND CUISINE

A selection of Island food inspired by Hawaii's diverse ethnic bounties  
 Ask your server for details about today's fresh fish

 
  Fresh Catch of the Day
 White truffle Mashed Potatoes,
 leek cream sauce, Hamakua tomato ceprese
 *market price*
 
  Grilled "Chef's Choice" Kulana Beef 
 Roasted garlic mashed potatoes, sautéed market vegetables
  finished with gorgonzola butter and balsamic port reduction
 *market price*
 
 Wok Fired Shrimp & Scallops
 Pan seared shrimp and scallops with a chipotle tamarind sauce,
 crispy  hearts of palm, angel hair pasta tossed in cilantro-red pepper butter
 $26.95
 
 Mango Glazed Chicken
 Char broiled chicken breast, caramelized mango chutney,
 garlic mashed potatoes, sautéed local veggies and Pahoa corn relish
 $22.95
 
 Fresh Catch Stromboli and Seafood Combo
 Sesame soy marinated Island fish rolled with pesto, red onions and cheese,
 served with coconut crusted calamari and Oregon wasabi snow crab caesar salad
 $24.95
 
 "Hibachi Style" Chicken Risotto
 Rosemary grilled organic chicken breast, caramelized sweet local onions and
 bell peppers, shiitake and oyster mushrooms served over saffron arborio rice
 $22.95
 
 Seared Seafood Risotto
 A sampling of Big Island's finest fresh local fish, black tiger shrimp, tender scallops
petite split Pacific lobster tail, melded Italian arborio rice and balsamic truffle reduction
 *market price*
 
  Salmon Alfredo
 Smoked salmon, sun-dried tomatoes, oriental mushrooms and fresh grated
 parmesan cheese, served with fettuccine in a light cream alfredo sauce
 Smaller portion $17.95 / Full portion $22.95
 
 Sweet and Sour Stir-Fry
 Island free range beef or chicken or vegetarian option
 garlic infused with fresh snow  peas,
 local palm hearts and won-bok cabbages, tossed in a 
 Chinese sweet and sour sauce with Jasmine rice
 $18.95


Pasta al Pesto
Ask about today's special
 *market price*
    


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HAND  TOSSED, WOOD FIRED PIZZAS

9" and 12" Classically Prepared - Creatively Presented

 Pizza Margherite
 Simple and rustic, with fresh herbs, tomato sauce, and blended cheeses
 8.95 / 10.95
 
 Pepperoni Classico
 Italian sausage, dry salami, pepperoni and red onion
 12.95 / 19.95
 
 Pizza Luau
 Kalua pork, local sweet onions and fresh Hawaiian pineapple
 11.95 / 18.95
 
 Oriental al Pesto
 Fresh basil pesto, roasted garlic, sun-dried tomatoes 
 and Japanese eggplant
 11.95 / 18.95
 
 Wild Mushrooms & Artichokes
 Fresh shiitake and oyster mushrooms, artichokes
 and rosemary gorgonzola sauce
 13.95 / 20.95
 
 Southwestern
 Fresh cilantro pesto, chipotle barbeque chicken,
 red onions, Big Island goat cheese
 13.95 / 20.95
 
 Chili Grilled Shrimp
 Chili seasoned large shrimp over cilantro crème fraîche,
 shiitake mushrooms and green onions
 13.95 / 20.95
 
 Greek Pizza
 Calamata olive pesto, sweet peppers, rich Bulgarian feta,
 finished with fresh spinach
 12.95 / 19.95
 
Big Island B.L.T.
 Sliced vine-ripe tomatoes on creamy pesto,
crispy prosciutto ham, and baby romaine
 11.95 / 18.95
 
 Lokelani
 A light cheese pizza with basil pesto, vine-ripened tomatoes,
 spinach, and gorgonzola crumbles
 11.95 / 18.95
 
 Please ask your server for details on cheese less options  or creating your own special pizza.
 Substitutions are considered an additional topping. Half orders remain full  price.
 
 

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 CREATE YOUR OWN SPECIAL PIZZA


Start with our Pizza Margherite 8.95 / 10.95
 
  Anchovy
2.50 / 3.50
 Artichoke Hearts 2.95 / 3.95
 Chipotle Barbecue Chicken  3.50 / 5.50
 Bay Shrimp 2.50 / 3.50
 Black Olive  1.50 / 2.50
 Chicken-Apple Sausage 2.50 / 3.50
 Crab  4.95 / 6.95
 Dry Salami 2.50 / 3.50
 Extra Cheese 2.00 / 3.00
 Feta Cheese 2.95 / 3.95
 Fresh Mushrooms 2.50 / 3.50
 Fresh Pineapple 1.95 / 2.95
 Goat Cheese (Big Island)   4.95 / 6.95
 Gorgonzola Cheese  2.95 / 3.95
 Italian Sausage 2.50 / 3.50
 Jalapenos 1.50 / 2.50
 Japanese Eggplant 1.95 / 2.95
 Kalua-style Pork or Turkey 2.95 / 3.95
 Marinated Chicken Breast  3.50 / 5.50
 Oriental Mushrooms  2.95 / 3.95
 Pepperoni 2.50 / 3.50
 Pesto (Basil, Cilantro, Olive) 2.50 / 3.50
 Prosciutto Ham  3.50 / 5.50
 Red Onion 1.95 / 2.95
 Roasted Garlic 1.95 / 2.95
 Smoked Ham 2.50 / 3.50
 Smoked Salmon  4.95 / 6.95
 Spinach (fresh) 1.95 / 2.95
 Sun-dried Tomatoes 2.25 / 3.25
Jumbo Shrimp 5.95 / 7.95
 Sweet Chili Marinated Shrimp 5.95 / 7.95
 Sweet Local Onions 1.95 / 2.95
 Sweet Peppers 2.50 / 3.50
 Thick Crust 1.00 / 2.00
 Vine-ripened Tomatoes  2.95 / 3.95
 
 All pizzas are available without cheese. Half-orders remain full price
 Substitutions considered an additional topping



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 CHEESE CALZONES

Served with soup or salad 17.95


Toscana
 
Prosciutto ham, fresh mushrooms, and grainy dijon mustard
 
 Greek
 
Fresh spinach, black olives, feta cheese, tri-colored bell peppers
 
 East West
Sweet Japanese eggplant, artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes 
 and rosemary gorgonzola sauce
 
 Southwestern
 Chipotle barbeque chicken breast, cilantro pesto, red onion,
 Big Island goat cheese, yellow pepper salsa

 Onomea
 Sesame seared fresh fish with julienned sweet pepper and snow peas
    


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 DESSERTS

Baked fresh daily by our pastry chefs
 
 Liliko'i Cheesecake
 New York style cheesecake with mac nut cookie crust,
 and a liliko`i passion fruit topping
  4.95
 
 Hot Keanakolu Apple Crisp
 Freshly sliced apples with a macadamia nut crumb topping
 Hot or Cold 5.95 

 
 Warm Coconut Tart
 Sweet cream anglaise 
 4.95
 
 Ganâche Chocolate Torte
 With raspberry purée 
 4.95
 
 Crème Brulée
 With fresh tropical fruit preserves 
 5.95
 
 Macadamia  Nut Cookies
 With dark chocolate chunks
 2.95 
 
 Big Island Tropical Ice Cream & Sorbet 
 5.95

 (Ala mode on any dessert  $3.95)
  Baked fresh daily by our pastry chefs
 
 

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BEVERAGES


Sodas, Liliko`i Iced Tea, Lemonade or "Hilo Sunrise"
 (Includes complimentary refills)
 2.95
 
 Hanaoka Farm Fresh Liliko'i or Tahitian Limeade
3.95
 
 
San Pellegrino Sparkling Water
 500 ml. bottle 3.95

 Ice Cream Floats
 Cool, refreshing & locally made old-fashioned 
 5.95
 
 Tropical Fruit Smoothies
 With non-fat yogurt or ice cream
 5.95
 
 Specialty Loose Leaf Hot Tea Service
3.50
   
 

FINISHING  TOUCHES


Our espresso bar uses only the finest quality Kona blend coffee
 Freshly ground to order
 
 
 Café Mocha
 Espresso with chocolate and fresh steamed milk 
 4.95
 
 Iced Mocha
 Espresso on ice with chocolate and fresh whipped cream 
 4.95

Mocha Smoothie
 Chocolate espresso with non-fat yogurt or ice cream
 5.95
  
 Kona Espresso
 Rich, full bodied dark roasted 
 3.50
 
 Café Latté
 Espresso with steamed milk
  4.50
 
 Cappuccino
 Double espresso with steamed milk 
 4.50
 
 Iced Cappuccino
 Double espresso on ice with whipped cream 
 4.50
 
 Kona Frappuccino Smoothie
 Cool and refreshing blended cappuccino with non-fat yogurt or ice cream
 5.95
 
 Kona Blended Coffees
 Dark Roast or Gold Decaf 
 3.50

 

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 CAFE  PESTO SPECIALTY DRINKS


 Specialty Margaritas blended with Cuervo Gold
Rimmed with Li Hing Mui

Cafe Pesto Rita ...Tahitian Limeade with a touch of coconut
 Pohoiki Passion ... with mango and liliko'i
 Strawberry Rita ... a classic
 Red Passion Rita ... with Red Alizé Cognac
 Midori-Melon Rita 
 Patron Rita ... Silver Patron tequila with Citron Liqueur
 Cadillac Rita ... Herradura tequila with poncho and limeade


Shaken,  not Stirred Martinis
 
Sakitini
... Orange Vodka and Momokawa Silver Sake
 Cosmopolitan ... Vodka, Grand Marnier, Cranberry, Lime Juice
 Grey Goose Martini ... Dry with Olives or a Twist of Lemon
Wai Lin Martini ... Vodka, Cranberry and Melon Liqueur
Kona Sunset ... Grey Goose Orange, Tropical Pineapple Snapps, OJ and Grenadine
Lemon Drop ... Absolut Citron, Triple Sec with Lemon Juice and Sugar Rim
Carmel Apple Martini ... Stoli Vodka, Apple Sour & Butterscotch Snapps
Grappetini ... Honey & Lemon Verbena Liquor shaken with Honey Syrup and fresh squeeze lemon & herbs. Delicious Appitef
Espresso Martini ... Stoli Vanilla, Baileys Irish Creme, Coffe Liquor, Shot of Esspresso and Chocolate Rim
Chocolate Martini ... Vodka and White Creme de Cacao


Hand Crafted Cocktails

Alizé  Champagne Sparklers

 King's Mighty Punch
Made with limeade, pineapple juice, mango puree,
Myer's Dark Rum and dusted with Cayenne pepper

 Kilauea Lava Flow
Rum, Pineapple, Coconut, Strawberry

Bailey's Mudd Slide
Vanilla Ice Cream Blended with Bailey's Irish Creme, Kailua and Vodka

Mai-Tai
Light Rum, 151, Pineapple, Lilikoi and Dark Rum Float

Hypnotiq Blue Hawaii
Rum, Hypnotiq Liquor, Blue Curacao & Pineapple

(ask your server about our top shelf Vodka and Tequilas for your favorite drink)


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