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Huggo's, Kailua-Kona, HI

Huggo's

4.4
4.4
1501 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood
  • Great for scenic views
  • Romantic
  • Great for outdoor dining
Chart a course to Huggo’s for the finest in surfside dining. Dine just inches above the waves on an open-air lanai. Experience tender beef or prime rib, or try our exquisite island-fresh seafood. And by the way, when we say fresh we mean fresh! Ahi, mahi mahi, ono and other delectable Hawaiian fish are delivered directly to our back door by local fishermen who caught them just hours earlier.

Enjoy artfully prepared selections also influenced by Pacific Rim and Mediterranean styles.

Thanks to Huggo’s on the water location, and its commitment to “aloha” service, diners at Huggo’s will savor influences from Japanese, Chinese and Southeast Asian ports of call. This family owned restaurant has become an island tradition since offering its first seafood platter 45 years ago.

Huggo’s on the Rocks, our next door neighbor, is the perfect location for oceanside cocktails and light fare.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Contemporary American, Hawaii Regional Cuisine
  • Hours of Operation
    Happy Hour Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (808) 329-1493
  • Website
    http://www.huggos.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Ken Schloss
  • Catering
    During this time of COVID restrictions we are not hosting any catering events. Communication will be loud and clear when our catering department returns.
  • Private party facilities
    We offer a private outdoor lanai for use for small wedding dinners, bachelor/bachelorette parties, anniversary celebrations or cooperate business events. The Nalu Lanai has a capacity of up to 30. For full buyouts of the restaurants we can accommodate up to 200 for either restaurant. For more information about booking at party at Huggoʻs, please visit: http://huggos.com/reservations/book-a-party/!
  • Location
    75-5828 Kahakai Road, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
  • Area
    Hawaii
  • Parking details
    Our private parking lot is located adjacent to the restaurant.
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy the vocal stylings of contemporary and jazz favorites: Thursday 6:30pm-9:30pm, Friday & Saturday 7:30pm- - 10:30pm
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Craft Cocktails & Tempting Tropicals

  • Last VoyageUSD 13.00

    Berry Infused Tito's Vodka, Pomegranate, Black Currant, Angostura Bitters, Lime Juice

    • Malahini LemonadeUSD 14.00

      Vodka, St. George Raspberry Liqueur, Tuaca, Lemon Juice

      • Huihui DaiquiriUSD 14.00

        Kuleana Huihui Rum, Aperol, Lime Juice

        • Hbar's Seasonal Mai TaiUSD 16.00

          KoHana Kea & Kuleana Nanea Rums, Cointreau, Seasonal Orgeat, Lime Juice

          • Fickle Finger of FateUSD 13.00

            Cazadores Reposado Tequila, Montenegro Italian Liqueur, Lime and Grapefruit Juices, Tajin, Salt and Sugar Rim

            • Lono's CurseUSD 14.00

              Cazadores Reposado Tequila, Aperol, Beet Shrub, Cayenne, Lime Juice

              From Lava Lava Beach Club

              Our Sister Restaurant at Anaeho'omalu Bay in Waikoloa Resort

              • Big Bamboocha Mai Tai

                Kuleana Hui Hui Rum, Exotic Tropical Juices, Topped with Kuleana Nanea & Lemonhart 151 Rums, Served in a Souvenir Bamboo. Limit of 2 per person

                • CupUSD 24.00
                • RefillsUSD 17.00

              • Gilligan's Girl

                Three Olives Coconut Vodka, Stirring's Ginger Liqueur, Lilikoi Juice, Coconut Water, Served in a Souvenir Coconut

                • CupUSD 17.00
                • RefillsUSD 12.00

              • Sandy ToesUSD 13.00

                Bombay Sapphire Gin, St. Germain, Liqueur, Fresh Sage, Blueberries, FreshLemon Juice, Sandy Rim of Salt and Pepper

                • Huggo's Famous Mai TaiUSD 11.00

                  This recipe has been a highlight on our menus since its creation in 1969 at Huggo's. Our secret blend of tropical juices, almond essence, light and dark rums. Our "50 Year Mai Tai" is the best in the islands

                  • Kilauea BowlUSD 20.00

                    Brandy, Guava & other Tropical Juices with Whaler's Dark & Lemonhart 151 Rums Served to a minimum of 2 Guest

                    • Fresh Squeezed MargaritaUSD 14.00

                      Cazadores Reposado Tequila, Cointreau, Lime Juice

                      • Chee-Hoo-TiniUSD 13.00

                        Skyy Pineaple Vodka, Stirring's Ginger Liqueur, Lychee & Lemon Juices

                        • Hawaiian BuckUSD 13.00

                          Knob Creek Rye, Angostura Bitters, Fever Tree Ginger Beer, Pineapple & Lime Juices

                          • PainkillerUSD 12.00

                            Blanco Rum, Lemonhart 151, Coconut Milk, Orange and Pineapple Juices, Grated Nutmeg

                            White & Rosé Wines

                            • Korbel Rosé, SparklingUSD 10.00

                              • Prosecco Zardetto, SparklingUSD 12.00

                                • Chateau Ste. Michelle, RieslingUSD 7.00

                                  • Apaltagua, RoséUSD 8.00

                                    • Lorenza, RoséUSD 12.00

                                      • Mezzacorona, Pinot GrigioUSD 8.00

                                        • J, Pinot GrisUSD 11.00

                                          • Babich, Sauvignon BlancUSD 9.00

                                            • Honig, Sauvignon BlancUSD 11.00

                                              • Smoking Loon, ChardonnayUSD 8.00

                                                • Sonoma-Cutrer, ChardonnayUSD 15.00

                                                  • Ferrari Carano, ChardonnayUSD 14.00

                                                    • Rombauer, ChardonnayUSD 25.00

                                                      Red Wine

                                                      • Heron, Pinot NoirUSD 9.00

                                                        • Rodney Strong, Pinot NoirUSD 13.00

                                                          • Rodney Strong, MerlotUSD 11.00

                                                            • Tilia, MalbecUSD 8.00

                                                              • Campo Viejo, RiojaUSD 11.00

                                                                • Smoking Loon, Cabernet SauvignonUSD 8.00

                                                                  • Hess, Cabernet SauvignonUSD 10.00

                                                                    • Obsidian Ridge, Cabernet SauvignonUSD 18.00

                                                                      World Brews

                                                                      • Budweiser

                                                                        • 16 OzUSD 7.00

                                                                      • Bud Light

                                                                        • 16 OzUSD 7.00

                                                                      • Coors LightUSD 5.00

                                                                        • HeinekenUSD 6.00

                                                                          • CoronaUSD 6.00

                                                                            • Ace Pineapple CiderUSD 7.00

                                                                              • Heineken 0.0 N.AUSD 6.00

                                                                                Hawaii Brews

                                                                                • Kona Big Wave Golden AleUSD 7.00

                                                                                  • Kona Wailua WheatUSD 7.00

                                                                                    • Kona Longboard LagerUSD 7.00

                                                                                      • Maui Coconut PorterUSD 8.00

                                                                                        • Maui Big Swell IPAUSD 7.00

                                                                                          • Ola Brew IPAUSD 7.00

                                                                                            • Ola SeltzerUSD 7.00

                                                                                              Last updated: 3 February 2022

                                                                                              What 1,501 people are saying

                                                                                              Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                              Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                              4.4
                                                                                              4.4 based on all time ratings
                                                                                              • 4.3Food
                                                                                              • 4.5Service
                                                                                              • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                              • 3.9Value

                                                                                              Noise • Moderate

                                                                                              1,501 Reviews

                                                                                              1. tktk

                                                                                                VIP

                                                                                                San Francisco

                                                                                                10 reviews

                                                                                                4.0

                                                                                                10 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on 1 January 2023

                                                                                                1. Overall 4
                                                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                Steaks a little dry. Pasta a little under cooked. Fish dish needed a little more sauce. Clams were great.

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                                                                                              2. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                St. Louis

                                                                                                4 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                4 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on 3 August 2022

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                Went 3 times in a week and a half and every experience was great. The food was next level protection and staff expert level professionals

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                                                                                              3. HeidiH

                                                                                                Hawaii

                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on 21 March 2020

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 3
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                Our server Renee was outstanding, friendly and made us feel special. From start to finish she had us taken care of in the most hospitable way. The food was good, not great. Also, don’t know why a lovely delicate kefir rice was paired with cajun seasoned fish- after a few bites couldn’t tell the difference. Atmosphere is magical. Try dining at sunset. Just stunning. Cocktails meh.

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                                                                                              4. Floyd

                                                                                                VIP

                                                                                                Phoenix

                                                                                                155 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                155 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on 21 March 2020

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                Wonderful dinner and great ocean view. Always a favorite, will return for sure!

                                                                                                1 person found this helpful

                                                                                              5. bobo

                                                                                                VIP

                                                                                                Portland

                                                                                                72 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                72 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on 17 March 2020

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                Don’t miss the entree salad with seared ahi + the teriyaki steak. Exceptional quality food. Nice service. Thank you.
                                                                                                Huggo'sResponded on 19 March 2020
                                                                                                Thank you for your feedback, we are very happy you enjoyed your time.

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                                                                                              6. Foodie654

                                                                                                Vancouver

                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on 16 March 2020

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                The food was delicious and the service was amazing!
                                                                                                Huggo'sResponded on 19 March 2020
                                                                                                We are very happy you enjoyed your experience, thank you for your feedback.

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                                                                                              7. stephenh

                                                                                                Charleston

                                                                                                1 review

                                                                                                3.0

                                                                                                1 review

                                                                                                Dined on 15 March 2020

                                                                                                1. Overall 3
                                                                                                2. Food 3
                                                                                                3. Service 2
                                                                                                4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                Too loud, waitresses was not attentive to our table. Food was ok but in my opinion over priced.
                                                                                                Huggo'sResponded on 19 March 2020
                                                                                                Thank you for visiting Huggo's and sharing your feedback.

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                                                                                              8. JasonT

                                                                                                Hawaii

                                                                                                1 review

                                                                                                1.0

                                                                                                1 review

                                                                                                Dined on 14 March 2020

                                                                                                1. Overall 1
                                                                                                2. Food 1
                                                                                                3. Service 1
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                We have eaten here several times and it’s gotten worse each time. My wife and son have a gluten allergy which is always carefully explained and wait staff and hostess and given specific details about what can and can’t happen. The past 3 dining experiences almost led to catastrophic health issues if not for us noticing bread included with a gluten free meal or at the last minute an assistant to the server grabbing the dish off the table before my wife took a bite of regular pasta (not the gluten free pasta ordered). Sadly this was probably our last time at Huggos which had been our favorite restaurant on the island. The lack of care and mediocrity might be fine for some but it’s not good enough for my family and their health...

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                                                                                              9. Johnv

                                                                                                San Francisco

                                                                                                1 review

                                                                                                3.0

                                                                                                1 review

                                                                                                Dined on 14 March 2020

                                                                                                1. Overall 3
                                                                                                2. Food 2
                                                                                                3. Service 3
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                We had the kahakai and was drowning in broth couldn't taste the fish or hearts of palms. Over priced for food. Took long time to get food. Best seat on the beach though breaking water on rocks and sunset. Huggos on the rocks better value. Drink and watch sunset

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                                                                                              10. TLW67

                                                                                                San Francisco

                                                                                                5 reviews

                                                                                                3.0

                                                                                                5 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on 13 March 2020

                                                                                                1. Overall 3
                                                                                                2. Food 3
                                                                                                3. Service 4
                                                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                Menu and fish selection seemed limited. I felt a little pricey for good food but nothing spectacular about it. Ate here 2 years ago and had a better menu and a better food quality. The seating ambience is great but still doesn't make up for average food. Our waitress was attentive and did great.
                                                                                                Huggo'sResponded on 19 March 2020
                                                                                                Thank you for visiting and sharing your feedback.

                                                                                                1 person found this helpful

                                                                                              FAQs

                                                                                              Huggo's is rated 4.4 stars by 1501 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                              Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                                              Not bookable

                                                                                              Online bookings at Huggo's can only be made directly on their website.

                                                                                              Google Map for Huggo's

                                                                                              75-5828 Kahakai Road, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

                                                                                              Additional information

                                                                                              • Area
                                                                                                Hawaii
                                                                                              • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                Happy Hour Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                                                              • Price
                                                                                                $31 to $50
                                                                                              • Cuisines
                                                                                                Seafood, Contemporary American, Hawaii Regional Cuisine
                                                                                              • Dining style
                                                                                                Casual Elegant
                                                                                              • Dress code
                                                                                                Casual Dress
                                                                                              • Parking details
                                                                                                Our private parking lot is located adjacent to the restaurant.
                                                                                              • Payment Options
                                                                                                AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                              • Executive Chef
                                                                                                Ken Schloss
                                                                                              • Entertainment
                                                                                                Enjoy the vocal stylings of contemporary and jazz favorites: Thursday 6:30pm-9:30pm, Friday & Saturday 7:30pm- - 10:30pm
                                                                                              • Additional
                                                                                                Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                              • Website
                                                                                                http://www.huggos.com/
                                                                                              • Phone number
                                                                                                (808) 329-1493
                                                                                              • Catering
                                                                                                During this time of COVID restrictions we are not hosting any catering events. Communication will be loud and clear when our catering department returns.
                                                                                              • Private party facilities
                                                                                                We offer a private outdoor lanai for use for small wedding dinners, bachelor/bachelorette parties, anniversary celebrations or cooperate business events. The Nalu Lanai has a capacity of up to 30. For full buyouts of the restaurants we can accommodate up to 200 for either restaurant. For more information about booking at party at Huggoʻs, please visit: http://huggos.com/reservations/book-a-party/!

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