July 2013 - Huggo's

Wahine Angler Lands Award-Winning 522-lb Blue Marlin Saturday!

July 28, 2013 / Comments Off

Four hundred and forty participants in 73 colorfully decorated charter boats scattered in all directions from Kailua Bay in the waters off Hawaii Island’s Kona Coast under sunny blue skies Saturday morning. The largest women’s billfish tournament in Hawaii, and possibly the largest women’s billfish tournament in the world, offered big fishing action for the 18th annual Huggo’s Wahine Fishing […]

Huggo’s Hosts the Tournament of the Summer Season!

July 24, 2013 / Comments Off

The 18th Annual Huggo’s Wahine Tournament takes place this Saturday, July 27, 2013. This year’s theme, “Gods and Goddesses”, celebrates the golden age of the Roman Empire when Gods and Goddesses mingled with Emperors and Empresses and even a few gladiators and centurions no doubt! This fun-filled fishing tournament, with prizes for the best decorated boat […]

“Edible” Huggo’s!

July 24, 2013 / Comments Off

The summer 2013 issue of Edible Hawaiian Islands magazine has just hit the news stands and Corporate Chef Ken Schloss talks Kona kampachi — one of his favorite fishes that’s served up frequently in a variety of preparations at Huggo’s. The four-page feature includes these comments from our stellar chef: “Hawaiian Kampachi is a uniquely […]

Chef Chris Takes a Turn at the Wheel!

July 22, 2013 / Comments Off

Mahalo to Mayor Billy Kenoi and our Hawaii Island road crew for improving the roadway fronting both Huggo’s and On the Rocks (our sister restaurant just next door). Our Chef Chris Fagan, couldn’t help himself — you know boys and their love of big equipment! He jumped at the chance to give it a try, ‘er, […]

Looks Great…Tastes Even Better!

July 17, 2013 / Comments Off

Sous Chef Carlos Nava snapped this picture perfect dish just as it came out of the kitchen at Huggo’s. This dish — one of many nightly specials showcased at the restaurant — features Herb-Panko Crusted Opah with Asparagus and Black Forbidden Rice in a Ginger Guava Sauce, topped with Island Fresh Pineapple-Mango relish. And, yes, it really does […]

Huge Success for “Huggo’s for a Cure!”

July 16, 2013 / Comments Off

Despite some unforgiving weather and a sickly captain, Timothy and the “Huggo’s for a Cure” gang did an amazing job at this year’s Relay for Life in Kailua-Kona. With a goal of $1,500.00 it was great to see the team actually surpassed their goal by over$400.00 by earning $1,935.00!

They’re Back — Frequent Guests from California!

July 16, 2013 / Comments Off

Part-time Hawaii Island residents — Allan, Linda, Karen and Martha — have returned for their annual three month stay in Holualoa, the colorful, historica town located up mauka (toward the mountains) above Huggo’s and On the Rocks. According to them, on arrival they made a fast track to On the Rocks barely stopping to unpack their bags. […]

Picture Perfect Summer at Huggo’s!

July 10, 2013 / Comments Off

It’s summer in Kailua-Kona and things are sizzling hot at Huggo’s and our sister restaurant just next door — On the Rocks. We invite you to come and join in the fun — and delicious food and drink! In the meantime, kick back and enjoy some pics we’ve snapped most recently! We look forward to […]

Celebrate the 4th in Huggo’s Style!

July 2, 2013 / Comments Off

The fireworks begin at 8 p.m. but our chefs will be firing up specials, including our famous barbecued ribs, all evening long and our bartenders have come up with some tasty adult beverage specials for the holiday celebration. Of course, everything on our classic menu will also be on offer. Come for the ono food and […]