Eat

Ken's House of Pancakes

Don't let the name of this place throw you off. They have an amazingly varied menu, and perhaps more importantly, they are the only 24-hour eatery in Hilo.

Address: 1730 Kamehameha Ave
Getting there: Look for Ken's on Kanoelehua, before Banyan Dr
Website: kenshouseofpancakes.com (opens in a new tab)

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