The Temple Kitchen + Bar Hilo
Market rank
#2 / 5
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 scoreApr 11, 2026
20
out of 100
#2
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
Six signals, weighted nightly.
Operator computes a Health score every night at 2 am HST. It is the one number that tells you if this shop is winning, losing, or steady. Here is how The Temple Kitchen + Bar Hilo broke down on Apr 11, 2026.
Score trend
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The Temple Kitchen + Bar Hilo
90 days trailing
Market position
#2 of 5 Restaurant in Hilo.
Operator ranks every restaurant in Hilo every night at 2 am HST using reviews, response rate, and local market share.
#2
of 5 Restaurant businesses
in Hilo
in Hilo
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Restaurant · Hilo
Top 5 shown
1
Kitchen Umeko
82
2
Moon and Turtle
675
2
The Temple Kitchen + Bar Hilo · this page
273
3
Lehua Restaurant
185
Recent activity
What changed this month.
Holding a top 2 slot in Hilo Restaurant
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The shop, the team, the work.
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Reviews · 273 total
What customers say.
Reviews pulled nightly from Google, Yelp, and Meta. Aggregate weighted by recency and source authority.
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.
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Business
Rating
Reviews
Response
Score
1
Kitchen Umeko
★5.0
82
No response signal
79
2
Moon and Turtle
★4.7
675
No response signal
89
2
The Temple Kitchen + Bar Hilo
★4.6
273
No response signal
20
FAQ
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Who is the best restaurant in Hilo?
Operator ranks every restaurant in Hilo every night at 2 am HST. The Temple Kitchen + Bar Hilo currently ranks #2 with a 4.6 rating across 273 reviews. Rankings refresh nightly from Google, Yelp, and Meta.
How do I contact The Temple Kitchen + Bar Hilo?
Call (808) 491-2337 for service. The website thetemple.bar/ also has direct contact info.
What are The Temple Kitchen + Bar Hilo's hours?
The Temple Kitchen + Bar Hilo has not published hours publicly. Call ahead or check their website if you have one in mind.
Is The Temple Kitchen + Bar Hilo licensed and insured?
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How is the Health score calculated?
Six weighted components: Reviews and rating (25%), Response rate (15%), Market rank (20%), Financial health (20%), Jobs flow (10%), and Operator activity (10%). Recomputed every night at 2 am HST using data from Google, Yelp, Meta, and for claimed businesses, direct integrations.
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