My pal from Japan was visiting Hilo over the holidays. We found time to catch up over sandwiches at Cronie’s! Coincidentally, my daughter was bartending that day so our group of Hilo High Viking alumni sat at the bar, watched a little football, and got some bites to eat while catching up. They were out of a few dishes that day, and I got a Caesar salad. It wasn’t my first choice but since I knew I was planning to have a big dinner that evening, I didn’t want to have too heavy of a midday meal.

Regardless, I did have to order tater tots. If tater tots are on a menu, I invariably order them. The tots at Cronie’s are crunchy and yummy and I enjoyed every bite! The Reuben, the burger, and the club sandwich my friends had looked delicious! Living Hilo Style.