It has been years since I got together with Sharon and Kathy. After several tries of scheduling a date, we finally got together for lunch. If you don’t find street parking, Kathy said there are parking spaces in the back.

There were so many burgers to choose from. I was thinking of ordering the Swiss and mushroom since I love that combo at Cronies but since I also wanted onions, I went with the Au Jus Burger that came with sauteed onions and mushrooms, Swiss cheese, and horseradish on a ciabatta bun with yummy cup of au jus dipping sauce. I also ordered a side of fries and it was a very generous portion and perfect for me to bring home to snack on later. What are your favorites at Hilo Burger Joint? The pupu menu looks good and I’d love to go back and share a bunch of apps. My friend Lisa’s husband enjoys the Reuben sandwich but on this day they were out of sauerkraut so I’ll try that another day. Also — if you have a birthday, the menu says that you get a free burger on your birthday so make your reservation! Living Hilo Style.