Kalbi Express

About

Korean, Barbeque, Japanese

Price Range : Under $10 ($)

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    Yelp rating
    3 stars

Location

Adress: 315 E Makaala St Ste 106, Hilo, HI 96720

Phone: (808) 935-8900

Work Hours

Mon 9:30 am-9:00 pm
Tue 9:30 am-9:00 pm
Wed 9:30 am-9:00 pm
Thu 9:30 am-9:00 pm
Fri 9:30 am-9:00 pm
Sat 9:30 am-9:00 pm
Sun 9:30 am-8:00 pm

Business info

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    Takes Reservations
    No
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    Delivery
    No
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    Take-out
    Yes
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    Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
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    Bike Parking
    Yes
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    Wheelchair Accessible
    Yes
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    Good for Kids
    Yes
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    Good for Groups
    Yes
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    Ambience
    Casual
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    Alcohol
    No
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    Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • wifi
    Wi-Fi
    Free
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    Has TV
    No
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    Dogs Allowed
    No
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    Waiter Service
    No
  • fastfood
    Caters
    Yes

Reviews

  • Sarah T.

    star star star star star_border 26 June 2026

    Great kalbi & such..the foodcourt is getting renovated but same great place. The staff is friendly & such

  • Randall S.

    star star star star star 23 June 2026

    My nose started to twitch as I walked up to the counter to see what delights they had to eat.  Scents of Garlic, Kimchee, Kalbi, waft through the air and convinced me this was a diamond in the rough.  It was a bit disconcerting to look around the Food Court and only see a handful of restaurants but with a great place like Kalbi Express, who needs other eating places?  The vegetables were all fresh and home-made and portions of meat were generous.  The owners cheerfully helped me make my selections and I have to admit, what started as dinner, became midnight snack with some left over for breakfast the next day!  For those who prefer a non-meat plate, I recommend their vegetarian bento without rice.  Bring your appetite!

  • Lei L.

    star star star star_border star_border 9 June 2026

    Good food kinda pricey but you can choose 4 sides from there cold bar
    The boneless korean chicken is good and there kali as well

  • Eve H.

    star star star star star 6 June 2026

    For the price, this is one of the best hidden treasures in town. Been getting the BBQ mini plate! (Its not sooooo mini!) good meal, prefect, always think am going to have leftovers, but it's so good just end up eating all of it! So haven't tried other meals yet.

  • TJ C.

    star star star star star_border 2 June 2026

    They have very good food and excellent portions. I wish they would stop serving in styrofoam.

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