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Cinco de Mayo Celebration at On the Rocks!

May 5, 2012 / Comments Off

Looking for the best place to party tomorrow night? Join the fiesta at On the Rocks (aka Huggo’s on the Rocks…we’ve dropped the Huggo’s, so now you can just tell your friends to meet you On the Rocks in Kailua-Kona)! The fun starts at 8 p.m. on Saturday, May 5 with pupu and drink specials, and […]

The Pacific Northwest Rules!

May 1, 2012 / 2 Comments

We really aren’t picking regional favorites, but last week we couldn’t help but notice Huggo’s was dominated by guests from the Pacific Northwest — one of the seafood capitols of the world — enjoying our ono (delicious) local fish! Among the savored dishes: Chef Ken’s Sauteed Pancetta-wrapped Mong Chong with Hawaii Island Asparagus served over Polenta. […]

Kama’aina Night at Huggo’s!

April 29, 2012 / Comments Off

Each Wednesday at Huggo’s, we say mahalo to our loyal local island residents by offering a 20% discount on dinner (food only). This past Wednesday a number of our frequent island diners were sighted enjoying an evening out at Huggo’s as shown in these photos. We look forward to welcoming all of them and you […]

You Ask,We Deliver: Chef Ken’s Ahi Poke Tower Recipe!

April 20, 2012 / 3 Comments

Let Chef Ken do the work and enjoy this tasty dish at Huggo’s! And now you can impress family and friends by creating it at home, as well, with the recipe provided by Chef Ken below. This dish took second place in Sam Choy’s Annual Poke Contest earlier this year — congrats Chef and thanks for sharing! […]

We’ve got the Beef!

April 20, 2012 / 1 Comment

While our seafood usually gets top billing, we realize there are days when only a really great steak will satisty! In fact, Huggo’s classic Teriyaki Steak has been one of our best sellers for more than 40 years. Chef Ken frequently features his take on surf and turf (Keahole-Kona lobster with butter-tender filet mignon) as the nightly special […]

Tonight’s Dinner Special…Simply Delish!

April 12, 2012 / Comments Off

Tonight’s one night you really want to let Chef Ken do the cooking! His morning caught Monchong with celery puree, crispy fried leeks and haricot verts (French green beans) is an extra special treat. Marinated in fine herbs, this delicious meaty white fish is grilled to perfection. Save room for dessert…we’ll let the pictures below […]

The PIPs Party at Huggo’s on the Rocks!

April 9, 2012 / Comments Off

The PIPs (Power in Purple) were caught partying at Huggo’s on the Rocks after completing the Lavaman here on Hawaii Island April 1. The five women, all 40-something moms from Almaden, CA, established the group five years ago to train for fitness and fight cancer at the same time. Two of the five are cancer survivors […]

Raves for Huggo’s from Travel Writer Johnny Jet

April 4, 2012 / Comments Off

Travel writer Johnny Jet visited Hawaii Island last month and Huggo’s was featured in his recent blog. He writes: “Huggo’s is an excellent seaside restaurant. Opened in 1969, it continues to be a local favorite. Their specialty is fresh fish but their teriyaki steak is darn good!” Thanks Johnny, we look forward to welcoming you back […]

Double the Fun; Double the Tasty Treats!

March 28, 2012 / Comments Off

Looking for the perfect date night? Make a fast track to Kailua-Kona’s waterfront on Sunday evenings where award-winning musician LT Smooth rocks the house at Huggo’s on the Rocks — incredible vocals and guitar mastery from traditional Hawaiian, classic Spanish guitar and Latino Salsa to good time Rock ‘n Roll. Kick back and enjoy the vibe […]

Kudos to Our Poke Pro!

March 24, 2012 / Comments Off

Join us in congratulating Huggo’s Executive Chef Ken Schloss who took second place in Sam Choy’s annual poke contest this month. His creation: An amazing Ahi Tuna Poke Tower. And speaking of amazing, Chef Ken has concocted this delicious and refreshing Calamari Cocktail as one of this evening’s super specials. Enjoy with one of your favorite adult beverages — we […]