Poke N Sides @ the Hilo Farmers Market
A street-style stall at the Hilo Farmers Market serving fresh, customizable poke bowls and delicious Hawaiian sides.
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Poke N Sides @ the Hilo Farmers Market
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Must-see attractions
A street-style stall at the Hilo Farmers Market serving fresh, customizable poke bowls and delicious Hawaiian sides.
"Absolute gem! The poke is super fresh, bursting with flavor, and the sides complement it perfectly."
Visit Early
Arrive early to ensure availability as popular items can sell out by mid-afternoon.
Parking
Parking can be tight, especially on weekends, so plan your visit accordingly.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Hawaiian
Price
Mid-range
Phone
(808) 238-0336
Address
57 Mamo St, Hilo, HI 96720, USA
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Fresh & Flavorful Poke Bowls
Experience incredibly fresh, high-quality poke bowls with unique flavors like spicy salmon. Customize to your heart's content!
Delectable Hawaiian Sides
Don't miss the delicious sides like kimchi cucumbers, seaweed salad, and the standout purple sweet potato salad.
Casual Farmers Market Ambiance
Enjoy a welcoming, casual atmosphere right in the heart of the bustling Hilo Farmers Market.
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Visit Early
Arrive early to ensure availability as popular items can sell out by mid-afternoon.
Parking
Parking can be tight, especially on weekends, so plan your visit accordingly.
Complete Your Meal
Pair your poke bowl with delicious Hawaiian sides for a truly authentic meal experience.
Refreshing Treat
Consider trying their shaved ice after your meal for a sweet and refreshing treat.
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from all over the internet
Visit Early
Arrive early to ensure availability as popular items can sell out by mid-afternoon.
Parking
Parking can be tight, especially on weekends, so plan your visit accordingly.
Complete Your Meal
Pair your poke bowl with delicious Hawaiian sides for a truly authentic meal experience.
Refreshing Treat
Consider trying their shaved ice after your meal for a sweet and refreshing treat.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Diners rave about the incredibly fresh and flavorful poke, with many highlighting unique sides like the purple sweet potato salad. While the poke is consistently praised, some note limited selection. The casual farmers market setting is a draw for its welcoming atmosphere.
"Poke N Sides at the Hilo Farmers Market is an absolute gem! The poke is super fresh, bursting with flavor, and the sides complement it perfectly. We were obsessed—wish they could ship us a box! A must-visit if you’re in Hilo and craving authentic Hawaiian poke."
vamsi C
"On my last day in Hilo I made a stop here for breakfast. Came right when it opened and ordered the kalua pork plate with mac salad and purple sweet potato salad. I deeply regret not having tried this earlier during my trip because it was AMAZING. I specifically wanted the purple sweet potato salad which blew my mind. The plate was light, savory, and refreshing all at once. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!"
Christine
"The poke was fresh but the selection was a bit limited. The purple sweet potato side was delicious and worth trying. Overall a decent spot for a quick meal."
Mia G
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Frequently Asked Questions
Highly recommended are the fresh poke bowls, especially with unique flavors, and sides like the purple sweet potato salad and kimchi cucumbers.
It's best to visit early, as they tend to run out of food by mid-afternoon.
Yes, they offer vegan and vegetarian options, including a Beyond burger.
They also serve burgers, fish and chips, and various plate lunches.
There is casual outdoor seating, but some reviewers have noted flies in the area.
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Located right next to the farmer’s market, this casual stop-in joint has outdoor seating, but runs out of food by mid-afternoon!. The concept is simple: order your selection of poke (choose from various styles of ahi (raw tuna), salmon, or pipikau’ula (Hawaiian beef), and then select your sides (variety depends on the day, but they usually have kimchi cucumbers, lomi lomi salmon, and purple Okinawan sweet potato). Poke bowls can be served in a variety of ways, but most typically are simply served over rice.
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Located in the food court area of the Hilo Farmers market, Poke N sides is good cheap local style Hawaiian food and poke you can sample. Made fresh daily, their poke bowl and yummy Hawaiian sides are delicious, affordable and use locally grown ingredients and vegetables. If you are in the Hilo farmers market and hungry, check out the food court area and try Poke N Sides for some delicious local food.
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If you want to pick up some local produce, sweet treats, or souvenirs, then make sure you stop by the Hilo Farmer’s Market. It takes place every single day of the week (Wednesday and Saturday being big market days) from 7 AM to 3 PM, right in the heart of downtown. The sheer variety of what is sold here is astounding!
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Next to the market, enjoy a sweet snow cone at Kula Shave Ice, or if you are feeling like something savory try the fresh island fish at Poke n Sides; the perfect hangout spot that feeds visitors and locals alike.
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