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cantina IN Hilo, HAWAII

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ABOUT US

Greg Arcibal grew up in Waimanalo, Hawaii. After graduating from Kailua High School, he was given a football scholarship to Sterling College in Sterling, Kansas. That is where he met his wife, Linda and they were married right after graduating from college.

They moved to California and lived there for 19 years. During that time Greg worked for Houlihan’s, Pyramid Brewery, and Red Robin. They then moved to Denver, Colorado where Greg worked for The Elephant Bar and The Egg & I restaurants. Later they moved to Austin, Texas where Greg was the District Operator for the First Watch Restaurant.

They moved back to the Island in 2017. Greg and Linda have 3 children: Erica, Jordan, and April, a son in law, Austin, a daughter in law Aleia and a Border Collie named Tsuga. Greg and Linda also own the L&L Hawaiian Barbecue in the Puna Kai shopping center.

Thank you for visiting Coco Cantina in Hilo.

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Our food, great drinks, and pleasantly fresh ambiance will separate us from our competitors. Thank you for welcoming Coco Cantina to Hilo.

    
 
 
        
   jeremiah verdin 
 2024-09-28
 
 
  Good food fantastic service.
  
 
       
   Ryan 
 2024-09-25
 
 
  Very good food. I went crazy and tried their cheesesteak… from a Mexican restaurant. Needless to say I wasn’t let down. The size of it was smaller than I expected but the fries made up for it as they were very good too. My wife got a burrito bowl and cleaned the plate. It tasted very good. Pricing was very good for what we got.
  
 
       
   Rockaholics Crystal Shop 
 2024-09-17
 
 
  Staff are very attentive and accommodating we enjoyed the mango margarita, and our custom order quesadilla. Free chips and salsa! Sizzling fajita ASMR > !
  
 
       
   T JH (Dr. T) 
 2024-09-01
 
 
  This is a favorite place for lunch in downtown Hilo. Fast service and delicious food. The drinks are also great!
  
 
       
   Michele Ilae 
 2024-09-01
 
 
  Great lunch deal. Yummy and filling. They start you off with complimentary chips and salsa that was so good I didn't want to stop, but my lunch came and I got carnitas tacos that were to die for!!! Staff are really nice. Great place to chill and watch a sporting event on TV, eat great food, and they got a bar!!
  
 
       
   Chase Hall 
 2024-08-31
 
 
  This place it top notch. Wife and I visit the islands as much as possible, love food and love the beach. Myself being from Texas and my wife being from Kailua, we eat TexMex and local food quite a bit. We both agree hands down, this place is tops. Walking in you see how super clean and well thought out this atmosphere is. The staff was quick to greet us and super friendly. The menu had a mass variety of delicious choices and the drinks were phenomenal. We only had 24 hours on the Big Island but managed to make it back here twice. If you don’t want to be disappointed, you have to give it a try. Will be back.
  
 
       
   Tiffany Hall 
 2024-08-31
 
 
  Coco Cantina in Hilo is an absolute gem! From the moment you step inside, you're welcomed with a warm, tropical vibe that's both relaxed and vibrant. The food is phenomenal--fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. I was especially impressed with the diverse menu that offers something for everyone.

The cocktails are a must-try, expertly crafted with fresh ingredients that perfectly complement the island setting. The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive, making sure every guest feels right at home. Whether you're a local or just visiting, Coco Cantina is a must-visit spot in Hilo. We will definitely be back!