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Lucy's Taqueria

194 Kilauea Ave, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720-2990
808-315-8246
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Ranked #7 of 163 restaurants in Hilo
Cuisines: Mexican
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Hilo
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

This is a homey setting were you stand in line to order your food, pay for it and then it is delivered to your table. The super burrito is the size of a newborn baby! There is even a play area for young children that is contained. But most important the food is affordable and DEEEEElicious!

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maryland, usa
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

We ordered a burrito that was recommended by the person writng the orders and a chimichanga. Both turned out to be very average to our taste. However, the place does a booming business, the price is very low for the quantity and the staff is helpful and upbeat.

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Keaau, Hawaii
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013 via mobile

We have made this a regular lunch stop for us. I love the fish tacos. You order at the counter and then find a seat. A colorful paper mâché donkey with a Hispanic name goes with you to your table . This helps the wait staff to deliver your food. nothing fancy here but the staff is smiling and efficient.

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Colorado Rockies
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

Checked reviews to help select a place to eat when in Hilo. Ate here based on reviews. Very disappointed. $19 for my 3 small, okay soft tacos, 1 huge burrito, 1 soda. Burrito may have looked huge, but who fills a burrito with iceberg lettuce and fresh tomato? Nothing like we've ever seen in Mexico or Colorado, where we usually... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013

The Lucy's especial burrito is a taco salad in a tortilla with about 2 tbs. beans and 2 tbs. ground beef. The staff was not very friendly or helpful. No fresh tomato or pico de gallo or red salsa. Just not that good.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2013

We went to Lucy's for dinner on our way back from the Hawaii Volcano Park on the Big Island. This restaurant has the best salsa that I have had so far. Awesome vegetarian varieties to choose from (which is usually rare for us vegetarians)! Awesome potato burritoes. Never had those before. A fun, lively, local hang out. Highly recommend it.

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Kalamazoo, Michigan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2013

The people are so friendly and the food is oh so good! Lots of vegetarian selections and you can get a beer too! what more could a person want?

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Hilo, Hawaii
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2013

This place is busy (for Hilo) and loud (for Hilo) but the food is great and very well priced. The owner is a sweetheart! I dont like that you have to clean your own table without a tray. Bathrooms clean, but tables are often not wiped down. Nice area for kids to play while parents dine.

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Wisconsin
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2013

We stopped in Hilo after touring Volcano National Park and were famished. Lucy's hit the spot. It is right next to Subway. Seemed like a favorite for the locals and college students. Great variety on the menu from simple tacos for the kids to huge burritos for the adults. Enjoyed trying the three different salsas on the salsa bar. Food... More

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toronto
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 March 2013 via mobile

Delicious food and lots of it for a fair price. The service was prompt and pleasant and everyone was egar to assist. Try their homemade hibiscus drink, it's unforgettable just like their huge burritos! We will be making the 2 hour drive to Hilo just to have lunch their again!

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