Opening hours
Closed · opens 5:30 PM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Local time in Hilo: 2:29 PM (HST). Holiday hours may differ – call (808) 961-0599 to confirm.
Location & directions
51 Kalakaua StreetHilo, HI 96720
About Moon and Turtle
Looking for a restaurant in Hilo? Moon and Turtle is at 51 Kalakaua Street, Hilo, Hawaii. It is one of 152 places to eat and drink we list in Hilo.
Moon and Turtle is open 5 days a week, usually 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM (closed Monday and Sunday).
Service options include dine-in. Offerings include vegetarian options.
Reservations are accepted; call (808) 961-0599 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- Restaurant · Regional
- Address
- 51 Kalakaua Street, Hilo, HI 96720
- Phone
- (808) 961-0599
- Hours
- Open 5 days a week, usually 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM (closed Monday and Sunday)
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 6 PM on Fridays.
Based on typical visit patterns for restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Moon and Turtle’s weekday schedule with 11 other restaurants in Hilo. On a typical weekday it opens at 5:30 PM, 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 17.5 hours a week, 35 hours fewer than the local median of 52. 55% of restaurants in Hilo open on Sundays; Moon and Turtle does not.
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 Moon and Turtle’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
- Dine-in
Offerings
- Vegetarian options
Amenities
- Restroom
Planning
- Accepts reservations
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Moon and Turtle there are 62 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 76 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (17), Japanese & Sushi (8), Bakeries & Desserts (8), and Vietnamese (5).
Competition is healthy: 5 other restaurants are within a mile and 15 within three miles. The closest is Musubeast Beastro, < 0.1 mi away.
6 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- ThaiBangkok Villa< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeCoffee Notes< 0.1 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisThe Booch Bar< 0.1 mi
- Japanese & SushiPoke Market< 0.1 mi
- AmericanCronies Bar & Grill< 0.1 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 Moon and Turtle's opening hours?
Open 5 days a week, usually 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM (closed Monday and Sunday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM; Saturday: 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM; Sunday: Closed.
Is Moon and Turtle open on Sunday?
No, Moon and Turtle is closed on Sundays.
Where is Moon and Turtle located?
Moon and Turtle is located at 51 Kalakaua Street, Hilo, HI 96720.
What is the phone number of Moon and Turtle?
You can call Moon and Turtle at (808) 961-0599.
Does Moon and Turtle offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Moon and Turtle. Listed service options: dine-in.
Does Moon and Turtle take reservations?
Yes, Moon and Turtle accepts reservations.
Is Moon and Turtle open late?
No, Moon and Turtle usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Moon and Turtle?
There are 76 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Moon and Turtle. Nearby options include Bangkok Villa (< 0.1 mi), Coffee Notes (< 0.1 mi), and The Booch Bar (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other restaurants near Moon and Turtle?
5 other restaurants within a mile. The closest is Musubeast Beastro, < 0.1 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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