Sunlight Express - Hilo
Sunlight Express
Description
Once-promising neighborhood eatery, known for generous plates and casual friendliness, struggles with inconsistent food and service. Multiple reports cite stale or undercooked items, room-temperature dishes, and chewy cuts alongside occasional large, satisfying portions. Service can be slow and inattentive, with unreliable fountain drinks and high staff turnover; management has been criticized for unprofessional responses. The atmosphere is casual with repetitive music. Diners seeking value and consistency should be cautious, though some patrons still appreciate the portions and friendly servers.
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The food was lacking freshness and was served at room temperature, with a flavor that felt old and unappetizing. Additionally, the portion sizes were quite small relative to the high prices. There are certainly better options available; even places like L&L or Blaine's provide meals that are both tastier and more budget-friendly. While the food at L&L isn't exceptional, it is more flavorful and comes in larger portions for a lower price. If you're looking for average food, I would suggest Blaine's, as I haven't encountered stale dishes there in my visits (fingers crossed). However, I was given incorrect information about the fish they offer.
I found the food to be quite disappointing, and the service was lacking as well. The most upsetting part, however, was witnessing the owner yell at a customer who was voicing concerns about undercooked food. I'm sorry to have to say this, but it's the truth. I won't be coming back.
Thank you for the wonderful service you provided to me and my family today! The food was exceptional, and we truly appreciate it. We can't wait to return soon!
Menu
Curry Plate
Mocha Chicken Curry Fried Boneless Chicken Curry Shoyu Chicken Curry Grilled Mahi Mahi Curry Fried Fish Filet CurrySteak & Beef
Top Sirloin Steak Box Special
