Opening hours
Open now · closes 9:00 PM
| Monday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
Local time in Hilo: 2:55 PM (HST). Holiday hours may differ – call (808) 934-7663 to confirm.
Location & directions
135 Kalanianaole StreetHilo, HI 96720
About Ponds
Ponds is a restaurant located at 135 Kalanianaole Street in Hilo, Hawaii. It is one of 152 places to eat and drink we list in Hilo.
Ponds is open 5 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM (closed Tuesday and Wednesday).
Available service options are outdoor seating and dine-in.
Reservations are accepted; call (808) 934-7663 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- Restaurant
- Address
- 135 Kalanianaole Street, Hilo, HI 96720
- Phone
- (808) 934-7663
- Hours
- Open 5 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM (closed Tuesday and Wednesday)
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 7 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 3 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Ponds’s weekday schedule with 11 other restaurants in Hilo. On a typical weekday it opens at 11:00 AM, later than most (the typical opening time is 9:00 AM) and closes at 9:00 PM, later than 82% of them (typical closing time: 7:00 PM).
In total it is open about 50 hours a week, about the same as the local median (52 hours). 45% of restaurants in Hilo open on Sundays, and Ponds is one of them.
Compared with 11 other restaurants in Hilo that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for restaurants in Hawaii
Based on 55 menus with 2,893 priced items from restaurants in Hawaii, the median menu item costs $15.00, and half of all items are priced between $8.00 and $19.50.
We don’t have Ponds’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what restaurants in Hawaii typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Loco Moco | 20% | $12.97 |
| Chicken Katsu | 13% | $19.00 |
| French Fries | 13% | $6.50 |
| French Toast | 13% | $9.75 |
| Saimin | 13% | $8.38 |
| Hot Dog | 13% | $4.39 |
| Coffee | 13% | $2.75 |
| Macaroni Salad | 11% | $4.42 |
Calculated from 55 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Planning
- Accepts reservations
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Ponds there are 10 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 26 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (6), Japanese & Sushi (4), American (3), and Bakeries & Desserts (3).
Competition is healthy: 4 other restaurants are within a mile and 15 within three miles. The closest is E Komo Mai, 0.3 mi away.
2 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- AmericanCoconut Grill< 0.1 mi
- VietnameseNew Saigon< 0.1 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsMillie’s Deli and Snack Shop< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeBig Island Coffee Roasters< 0.1 mi
- ThaiNim's Chiang Mai Cuisine0.2 mi
What to expect at a restaurant
General restaurants are places that do not fit neatly into a single cuisine: family restaurants, grills, bistros, eclectic kitchens and multi-cuisine menus. They are often local favorites that serve a bit of everything, from breakfast plates to steaks and seafood.
What to order
- House specialties – what regulars come back for
- Daily specials – often the freshest dishes
- Local dishes – anything named after the town or region
Good to know
- Check the latest hours before you go – independent restaurants change them more often.
- Weekend evenings are usually the busiest time.
- Tipping 18–20% on table service is standard in the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Ponds's opening hours?
Open 5 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM (closed Tuesday and Wednesday). Monday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: Closed; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Is Ponds open on Sunday?
Yes, Ponds is open on Sundays: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Where is Ponds located?
Ponds is located at 135 Kalanianaole Street, Hilo, HI 96720.
What is the phone number of Ponds?
You can call Ponds at (808) 934-7663.
Does Ponds offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Ponds. Listed service options: outdoor seating and dine-in.
Does Ponds take reservations?
Yes, Ponds accepts reservations.
Is Ponds open late?
No, Ponds usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Ponds?
There are 26 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Ponds. Nearby options include Coconut Grill (< 0.1 mi), New Saigon (< 0.1 mi), and Millie’s Deli and Snack Shop (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other restaurants near Ponds?
4 other restaurants within a mile. The closest is E Komo Mai, 0.3 mi away.
How much do restaurants in Hawaii cost?
Based on 55 menus with 2,893 priced items from restaurants in Hawaii, the median menu item costs $15.00, and half of all items are priced between $8.00 and $19.50.
Nearby places
All in Hilo
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