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THEY’VE been punching out patties faster than they like at Teddy’s Bigger Burgers, where long lines have been snaking out the door since the 50’s-style burger joint opened in Kailua last week.

“We didn’t know there were that many people in Kailua,” said Rich Stula, part-owner of the little restaurant off Hahani Street and Kailua Road.

The blitz has been a surprise to Stula and partner Ted Tsakiris, who have run out of food and other supplies and had to nearly double their staff from 14 to 26.

“I haven’t seen my wife and kids since we opened,” said Stula, weary from 17-hour workdays. “It’s been ferocious.” (more…)