The Temple Kitchen + Bar Hilo
Market rank
#24 / 24
The Temple Kitchen + Bar Hilo is a premier dining destination in Hilo, Hawaii, offering exceptional cuisine and craft beverages in a sophisticated atmosphere. With an impressive 4.6-star rating from 272 satisfied customers, this restaurant has established itself as a go-to spot for locals and visitors seeking quality dining experiences. The Temple Kitchen + Bar specializes in expertly prepared dishes that showcase fresh, locally-sourced ingredients combined with innovative culinary techniques. Their comprehensive bar program features an impressive selection of craft cocktails, wines, and spirits, expertly curated by experienced mixologists. Whether you're looking for an intimate dinner date, a celebration with friends and family, or a memorable night out in Hilo, The Temple Kitchen + Bar delivers outstanding service and ambiance. The knowledgeable staff is dedicated to ensuring every guest enjoys a remarkable experience from start to finish. Perfect for special occasions, business dinners, or casual gatherings, this restaurant combines culinary excellence with warm Hawaiian hospitality. Reserve your table today and discover why The Temple Kitchen + Bar Hilo is the preferred choice for discerning diners throughout the Big Island.
Health scoreMay 9, 2026
20
out of 100
#24
Market rank
4.6
Avg rating
273
Total reviews
No public response signal
Response rate
Unknown
Years active
20
Health score
Health score · 20 / 100
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The Temple Kitchen + Bar Hilo
90 days trailing
Market position
#24 of 24 Restaurant in Hilo.
Operator ranks every restaurant in Hilo continuously using reviews, response rate, and local market share.
#24
of 24 Restaurant businesses
in Hilo
in Hilo
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Restaurant · Hilo
Top 5 shown
8
Moon and Turtle
675
10
Kitchen Umeko
82
21
Lehua Restaurant
185
24
The Temple Kitchen + Bar Hilo · this page
273
Recent activity
What changed this month.
No notable shifts in the past 30 days. Operator will flag movement the moment it happens.
In person
The shop, the team, the work.
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Reviews · 273 total
What customers say.
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4.6★★★★★273 reviews
5 ★
141
4 ★
70
3 ★
35
2 ★
18
1 ★
9
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About & contact
Where to find them.
About
The Temple Kitchen + Bar Hilo stands out as Hilo's premier dining destination with a stellar 4.6-star rating across 272 reviews. They specialize in local Hawaiian cuisine served in a sophisticated atmosphere, offering dine-in, takeout, catering, and private events.
Phone
Website
Price range
$$
Specialties
Dine-InTakeoutCateringPrivate EventsLocal Cuisine
Service areas
HiloKeaukahaWainaku
Competitors · top 5
Side by side with the neighborhood.
The restaurant shops The Temple Kitchen + Bar Hilocompetes with most often, ranked by Operator’s health score. Tap any row for that shop’s full page.
#
Business
Rating
Reviews
Response
Score
8
Moon and Turtle
★4.7
675
No response signal
89
10
Kitchen Umeko
★5.0
82
No response signal
79
21
Lehua Restaurant
★4.7
185
No response signal
81
FAQ
Quick answers.
The questions people ask before they call.
Contact The Temple Kitchen + Bar Hilo
Call (808) 491-2337 for service. The website thetemple.bar also has direct contact info.
Hours for The Temple Kitchen + Bar Hilo
The Temple Kitchen + Bar Hilo has not published hours publicly. Call ahead or check their website if you have one in mind.
Services offered by The Temple Kitchen + Bar Hilo
The Temple Kitchen + Bar Hilo offers Dine-In, Takeout, Catering, Private Events, Local Cuisine. Operator refreshes service lists continuously from public sources.
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Estimates and availability
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Health score formula
Six weighted components: Reviews and rating (25%), Response rate (15%), Market rank (20%), Financial health (20%), Jobs flow (10%), and Operator activity (10%). Recomputed continuously using data from Google, Yelp, Meta, and direct integrations.
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