Good reliable food service where locals of all types eat. No frills, just good food when you're hungry and don't wanna cook at home. Comes with 4 bench tables that seats 6, first come first serve. No spam musubi, but their staff can recommend more interesting alternatives.

After swimming all day at Coconut Island, our group of 11 was very hungry. Wanted to order on things so we decided not to go to a in and instead do a drive-in for faster service that was more affordable. We ended up choosing this drive-in and it was a great choice because the girl at the front register was very sweet and super caring. The food was all very delicious and filling one of the kids got weirded out by the pink hotdog sausage so they switched it out for a burger for them, and even gave all the kids a rice crispy, which is very nice. The customer service was exceptional, and the food was great.

Hamburger steak wasn't to my liking and the baked spaghetti didn't care for it but this is just me

Didn't realize they were still open!!! I thought they closed down during 2019 and I'm so glad to find out they're still going strong!! I used to come by at odd hours for the fried rice all the time LOL (still as fluffy and delicious as ever~ I'd almost forgotten the taste of a good hawaiian style fried rice ) Sorry no pics on the fried rice- ate 'em too fast haha. Around $6 for a side of fried rice; it comes in one of those little soup/chili containers, and it's sooooo good~ Glad they're still serving all-day fried rice (don't ask me about breakfast hours bc I have no clue lmao). I will say it did taste a bit different than what I remembered. Strangely enough, I got a strong, almost minty flavor/aroma from the rice while I was eating? My best guess is that they started putting cilantro into it bc that's the only thing that makes sense. Tasted great for the most part! 90% sure the menthol smell/taste is just cilantro messing with me again Branched out and got a kimchi burger as well this time- it's pretty simple, just a burger + bun + kimchi, but ohhhh my goodness it's so ono! Super flavorful, you can taste it's an actual beef burger and not whatever flat meat you get from McDonald's. It's a good amount of beef, and the kimchi is delightfully crunchy! I have the spice tolerance of a child, so usually I'm kind of wary of things like this, but I will say the spiciness of the kimchi was just right! Just enough heat to feel it, but not so much it overwhelms the flavor of the burger! Really adds a nice kick to the whole thing- I'm definitely getting another one of these next time!!! Prices are about what you would find anywhere else in Hilo, but actually worth the money. I'm cheap, so the $6 price for a burger still kills me a little inside, but considering inflation it isn't too bad. I mean, it's about what I paid at college for a burger. Considering I was just about to spend $15+ at McDonalds, $6 for a burger I'd actually enjoy eating isn't too a bad price to pay!

Amazingly fast service today. Friendly staff. On beautiful banyan drive Delicious choice. Chicken drummetts.

Everything we had 10/10. Old fashion burgers were my favorite. Love the Hilo hospitality. Mahalo nui!!!

My traditional favorite "roast pork plate, fries instead of rice, sloppy (gravy all over, including on the Mac salad)" is still a reliable indulgence despite the recent price increases. "Katsu Dip" was two big perfectly cooked pieces of sliced chicken katsu soaked in a yummy sauce. Current staff is winning. Counter staff is wayyyy more friendly than before, and kitchen staff seems to be doing a great job as well. French fries are almost always slightly undercooked though. I don't like the burgers; they just taste "off" for some reason. Picnic table/cinder block seating area is clean and airy but serves prison vibes. Take your plates and go eat by the ocean in Keaukaha or Banyan Drive right behind Verna's.

Verna's Drive-In - Blink, and you might zoom past this hidden gem tucked away in an unassuming parking lot on the corner. I tried the Smoked Meat and Onions, and let me tell you, every last bite disappeared. The meat was incredibly juicy, and those onions were as sweet as candy. Count on it - this place has already won my heart, and I'll definitely be back for another round when I'm in Hilo!

This is where Loco Moco was invented, as legend would have it. I came here on a pilgrimage to overeat my favorite local dish before they closed forever and managed to slip on their final day. This was one of my saddest wonderful meals ever. The original Loco Moco. I can't even finish this review, I need to mourn.