Reservations · Delivery · Takeout
Fun gaming-themed pizzeria with strong gluten-free and vegan options, lively kid appeal, and generally tasty pies, but with inconsistent execution and slow service at peak times.
Antics Pizza delivers solid casual dining with genuine strengths in food quality—particularly impressive gluten-free and vegan execution—and a genuinely fun gaming atmosphere that justifies repeat visits for families. However, inconsistent baking and topping levels across visits, combined with notable service delays during peak hours, prevent the grade from climbing higher. It's a reliable neighborhood spot with personality, but execution gaps keep it from competing with the area's more polished dining destinations.
Walking into Antics Pizza feels like stepping into a playful clubhouse where consoles glow and kids hover around pixelated adventures. Service is often friendly and the vibe is fun and game-forward, with diners noting, "we played while we waited" as a recurring refrain. Most praise the thin, crispy pies and strong gluten-free and vegan options, though a few report long waits at peak times and the occasional burnt or underdone bake. The cooking leans classic pizzeria with a choose-your-own-adventure twist: build-your-own pies, cheeky specialty combos, and a side program of ramen that runs on limited days. It is elevated comfort food rather than chefly theatrics, and when they hit, the results are satisfying—especially for guests seeking dairy-free or gluten-free pies that still feel indulgent. Families do especially well here: consoles at many tables, a 7-inch kid pizza, and a lively room make it easy to keep little ones happy. Expect kid-pleasing options like cheese or pepperoni, plus cinnamon-sugar knots. If your crew is sensitive to noise or slow pacing, visit off-peak; if your eaters are adventurous, ramen nights add variety, but traditionalists will find plenty of familiar pizza choices.
Area: Central Hilo near shops and local services; casual, family-oriented with tourist spillover from bayfront.
Safety: Generally safe with steady foot traffic; typical small-city evening calm, well-lit commercial blocks.
Nearby: Close to bayfront attractions, parks, and retail; convenient for families and visitors exploring downtown.
Available: Reservations, Delivery, Takeout
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