5-SpiceKorean · Hilo Order
Kalbi plate with rice, mac salad and kimchi
Hilo, Hawaii · Since the ono days

Korean plate lunch,
done the local way.

Kalbi short ribs, crispy chicken katsu, the legendary 5-Spice burger, and Hilo's best crack seed counter — all under one roof on Kilauea Ave.

See the menu (808) 657-4009
4.7· 182 reviews
Dine-in
Cozy local spot
Takeout
Call ahead & pick up
No Delivery
Takeout & dine-in only
Crack seed candy jars at 5-Spice
About 5-Spice

Two Hilo traditions, one neighborhood spot.

By day we're slinging Korean-Hawaiian plate lunches the way our family has cooked them for years. By the counter, we're the crack seed store you remember from childhood — li hing mui, baby seed, dried mango, preserved plum, and stacks of nostalgic candy you can't find anywhere else.

Friendly staff, good-size portions, easy parking off Kilauea Ave (right by KTA). Come for the kalbi, leave with a bag of candy.

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Loved by locals

4.7 stars · 182 reviews

"Amazing Korean-style plate lunches to go. The bibimbap was tasty, the fried egg was cooked perfectly."
Ben Hamilton
Local Guide
"Best ever crack seed store!!! Good size and selection, friendly staff — and they serve food?!?!?"
Ms Malia
Local Guide
"Was looking for a great hamburger and 5-Spice truly delivered a GREAT hamburger. Two patties, cheese, bacon — amazing."
Cecil Beare
Local Guide
Visit us

Come hungry.
Leave happy.

Call ahead for takeout, or pull in and dine with us. Plenty of parking — just look for the sign next to KTA.

2064 Kilauea Ave
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 657-4009
Open today · Closes 4 PM
Mon–Sat · Breakfast & lunch
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