We attended a special Chartreuse tasting event at Strong Water which was being held in honor of Chartreuse week and Chartreuse Day 1605 (May 16), the annual celebration of Chartreuse's origins and history. The tasting featured a great lineup of green and yellow Chartreuse paired with small bites. It concluded with a complementary Chartreuse-based cocktail from one of five recipes. Brand ambassador Taylor guided the event and began by telling us about the unique history of Chartreuse. The tasting started out with a small spoonful of Vegetal Elixir Chartreuse to warm up the palate. This is the base spirit of both green and yellow Chartreuse and clocks in at 138 proof. It was surprisingly not harsh, but immediately kicked my salivary glands into overdrive. I didn't even know that vintages of Chartreuse was a thing, but Taylor walked us through tasting three different vintages of both yellow and green Chartreuse, and it was surprising how different they were. The lineup concluded with more rare varietals of the green elixir 1605 and yellow cuvee. Great job, thanks Taylor! Chef Kling presented each small bite which included a crispy Icelandic cod, a roasted beet crostino, and a lamb slider. All of them had a five star list of ingredients and were delicious. Strong Water is known for their excellent cocktails, but their food is also great. For my cocktail at the end of the event, I had the Bar Flower (Green Chartreuse, Crème de Cacao, Pineapple, Lime). This was so good, with the herbal and chocolate flavors perfectly balanced. It was served with a flaming lime half. This was such a great event! Chartreuse retails for around $100 a bottle, and the higher-end varieties cost even more. At just $45 per person, this event was an amazing bargain. Strong Water frequently hosts great events, so keep an eye on their social media for upcoming dates. I really love Chartreuse, so I went back a few days later on the last day of Chartreuse week to try a few of the other limited time cocktails. I started out with their twist on a Grasshopper (Chartreuse, Crème de Menthe, Chili Liqueur, Crème de Cacao, Cream, Cane, $22). This was a great classic Grasshopper, but the Chartreuse added a herbal complexity, and there is a dash of heat on the finish from the chili liqueur. Next I had the Flare Gun (Yellow Chartreuse, Overproof Rum, Italian Bitter, Lime, Cane, $20). The yellow Chartreuse definitely comes through, but it's softer and has a light sweetness, unlike the green variety. Even though it contains overproof rum, it is perfectly balanced and not boozy at all. I usually don't like bitter drinks, but the bitterness was at a perfect light level. I finished off with the Tales from the Black Lagoon which is my favorite drink here, and it's also a favorite of many of the bartenders. All three cocktails were a home run. Chartreuse is an expensive spirit, so those drinks cost a little more than average. Shout out to Karen, Joey, Edgar, Jordan, and Ying for excellent hospitality, as always. Strong Water is our favorite place. We can't wait to go back! read more

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Amazing spot! Great spot to go check out if you are new to Cali! It is small but worth it! Drinks ca be pricey but it's worth it. Some drinks will have souvenirs!amazinnnggg ambience! 1000/10 would come again! read more

This is my favorite tiki bar in the area! The entire space is beautifully designed to feel like you're inside a ship, and every corner has unique, detailed touches that make it fun. The drinks are amazing, especially the Birds of Paradise and the Missionary's Downfall. Both were fruity, refreshing, and well-balanced. For food, we ordered the lumpia and fried oysters, and they were so good we ended up getting a second order of lumpia. The service really stood out too. Our server was attentive and friendly, and he took the time to help me choose a drink since I'm pretty particular about alcohol flavors. He even checked in after I tried it to make sure I liked it, which I really appreciated. Since it's a smaller, more intimate bar, I'd definitely recommend making a reservation if you want to sit inside. read more

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Came here for girls night out the whole experience was delightful from beginning end when we walked up to the front to inside just everything read more

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100% worth the hype. Managed to snag a reservation for a Monday night a few weeks ago and was very excited! Parking was easy to find (and you can get it validated--I was very happy about that in my tipsy state). Anyways, we were seated very quickly and WOW, the vibe was awesome. I also put on the reservation we were celebrating my birthday and they were so so sweet!! A nice keepsake card, complimentary shots, and "happy birthdays" all around. My friend and I were sat at the bar and had Jordan as our main waiter (and someone was training with him--shoutout to them, too!) and Erica as our bartender. The vibe was so fun and intimate and everyone was SO kind. The drink menu is VAST. One of the largest I've seen and, of course, lots of rum-based drinks. My friend and I really enjoyed our choices (I got the Miehana). They're also HUGE. We also had the Sisig Pork tacos (as recommended by Erica) and the deviled eggs. Both choices were absolutely delicious. Decor is so fun and I definitely want to come back and check out the captain's quarters area. Also, the bathrooms are very, very fun. Overall, just a great time to celebrate a special occasion or just for fun! Kind staff, large menu...definitely will return with more friends :) read more

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I'm a tiki bar enjoyer and I'm happy to have finally made a stop at strong water! Stopped by after an event next door at requiem on a Friday night. Was told it'd be a 45min to an hour wait so decided to just sit outside to be seated immediately. You miss out on the interior of the tiki bar, but I also liked the quaint vibe that the outdoor seating had! The servers were pretty attentive despite being seated outside and very informative. The drinks were DELICIOUS, I really liked the birds of paradise drink that I got. The food was good, but the loaded tots definitely need more sauce to it. Felt on the dry side. Would have liked to have tried more of their menu if I was hungrier! We were nearly done with our drinks and food when the host lets me and my bf know that bar seating opened up inside but we'd only be able to sit there for an hour. I had mentioned to them before being seated that I had never been before so it was nice of them to remember and invite us in!!! The inside is incredible! They really nailed down the tiki bar vibe without looking too gimmicky. It's got a nice classy flare to it. The bartenders even encouraged exploring the inside while they made the drinks, including taking a look at the bathrooms!! I thought it was funny, but they weren't kidding!! Every inch and corner of this bar is so detailed and the experience feels so immersive. Had another drink inside and asked them to make me something similar to the birds of paradise and they did not disappoint! Really glad they got to squeeze us inside on such short notice! I can't wait to go back, reservations are strongly recommended for sure! read more

Strong Water Anaheim - Tiki Bars Near Me - Anaheim, California

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Stopped in for the fun atmosphere and drinks at Strong Water and would love to go back to try the food. We made reservations as it can be tough to walk in so I would plan ahead if you don't want to wait. The atmosphere totally transports you to tiki heaven. It's dark and moody inside and you completely forget you're in the middle of Anaheim. Our drinks were delicious but pricy and our choices weren't heavy on the alcohol but that's ok, visiting is all about the vibe and experience. Parking is either on the street or there's a parking garage about a block away that's convenient. If you love tiki bars, this one is worth a visit. read more

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I can't believe I haven't added a review yet. Fantastic tiki bar and restaurant. A super unique experience from drinks to the food menu. The menu seems to change often. You must schedule ahead with reservations. You won't be disappointed. In addition they have unique mugs and merch to purchase. When you make reservations make sure to look at the different rooms and seating arrangements. Super cool! read more

Curbside pickup #ive lost count. Covid19 aka "may we uninstall and reinstall 2020, we seem to have a virus" August update: new menu Online order via tock on their page. In my head it wasn't that much. when i arrived to pickup it was like.....uhhhhh oops? this is fine it's fine! 1-prime minister dog or shipwreck dog? (receipt names don't match the attached paper menu just fyi) 2-Commanders smoked turkey leg / Prime Minister smoked turkey leg 3-Admirals corn cup 4-Captains melt $15- 1/2lb wagyu angus beef patty w sweet pepper, grilled onions, cheese, candied peppered bacon & polynesian sauce on toasted monterey jack sourdough bread. +togarashi fries 5-Admirals pickle So far i've only inhaled half the melt. and i must say IT IS delicious. Obviously with covid takeout i imagine if eaten fresh off the grill the sourdough would be crunch exterior melty soft. BUT even with a 35minute travel time home, the steam builds up inside so kinda soggy, it's still so yummy! so much wagyu beef so juicy plus the slightly spicy sauceOoMPh just slap me! the fries are like sliiiiightly spiced. meh. i've never been a fan of fat steak fries. too chonky. will try the tots next cuz who doesn't love fluffy crumbled tater tots!??? will update as i eat my way thru the rest but the big juicy dog is being eyed ---- Loco Moco burger $14 - is even better than opening week. It actually seems flatter now, buts it's every bit as delicious and better. which if you take into account you can't eat it fresh cuz u have to take it home (25-30min drive for me), then it would've been awesome right off the grill. It's downright juicy, oddly i love the frisée? it's like thinly crunchy which turns out really nice especially when it's seeping with whatever that thousandislandy looking sauce with the faintest of spicy hints (not actually spicy, the sweet savory juices drown it), however it makes the super soft bun mushy which makes your hands ultra messy (do not touch your phone or your face, that's how viruses get passed around). Egg was nestled in the center so when i popped it, the oozy goodness enhanced the already amazing burger. Comes with a side of polynesian mac salad which is nothing like blind rabbits truffle mac n cheese but this mac salad is cold with fun crunchy bits and a hint of a spicy kick. Banana Bread $8 - yo i do not know how they came up with this but this item is godly. the bread itself is good, dense, sweet like lvl3 delicious. but the explosive flight to lvl7 is from the super caramellyish thick sauce and the crunchy pieces of whatever sprinkled about. PLuS whatever that white cream is, all together is a super amazing experience. Saturn 2 for $22 - alright i thought this was the 1 of the 4 drinks that i liked from opening week. the online order thing is weird, it LISTED as 2 for $22, but when you add 2 to your cart, it charges you $44, so naturally i thought each order is a set of 2 right? so i order 1 (set) for $22. And that's where it got weird, the package contained 1 pouch which appears like 1 drink of saturn BUT they also gave me 2 ziploc bags of ice (1 of which was leaking), 2 straws, 2 sets of garnish (i LOVE that even tho its to go, they're giving you the garnish even tho it was 2 leaves and 2 flowers). Now with 1 pouch tho it's either you share the same drink (very anti-social distancing) or you bring your own glass to split it....and then ice+garnish it. anyways um...it's strong, like just out the front door strong, like beast claw just ravaged your face strong. every sip, i felt the tonic punch me in the face and i would fade away a little. The taste? really wasn't appealing to me, but i paid $22 for it so i'm gonna drink it fml. IT JUST wouldn't end though! i kept sipping and sipping and oh lord my face kept getting punched so i was like....alright let's just man up and down this sucker. BAD MOVE. X_X. Brain decided to take a 5 hour nap. Woke up...and ITS STILL UNFINISHED!!! PLZ JUsT END!! 2nd curbside attempt -Loco Moco Burger -Banana bread cake x i'm calling it quits on the drinks. it's just not the same level as tBR (older sibling) Parking: structure just north of the block is a couple bucks an hour ticket place. and supposedly there's a "free 2hr" corner lot across from them/ice rink but it's very limited in space. Service: always a pleasure. For curbside they'll bring it out to the curb but the street doesn't really have per se like an expanded area to wait, so if you're there for long, you could totally be blocking traffic cuz people are turning into the small 2 becoming 1 lane street. And i hate idling my car, 10minutes of idling? We're killing the planet (and she's having her revenge now). Nah i'll park at the open lot and just walk over, i need the exerFRIES anyways. -apparently i saved this andnever posted I apology. Im coming back today and i anticipate itll still be awesome. read more

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Had a perfect night until we got kicked out without warning. Yes, we knew there was a two hour limit, but it was only after we put in our order we were told that our reservation was over, had to leave, and we couldnt have the drinks we ordered. They admitted fault for not giving us the 30 min warning, but no apologies or accommodation at all. What a sour way to end an otherwise great night. read more

There is nothing negative I could ever say about Strongwater, I love this place, what an escape from reality. Everyone who works here genuinely cares about customer service and the quality of their product, from the owner down... Cocktails here are absolutely world class, and I wish I lived even remotely closer to come here more often. The ambiance here is nothing short of transformative and you will very quickly lose track of time, and your funds... I hate to say, or maybe I'm happy to say, I own every single mug they offer, and they are all works of art in their own right... Seriously can not wait till next time, If I had to chose the 3 hours to SF or the 8+ hours to Strongwater, not gonna lie, I'm headed to Anaheim... read more

Wow I had no idea such a great gem was right under my nose in Anaheim! Their name isn't on the building so it's inconspicuous, but the inside is decorated wonderfully. It's made to look like you're in a ship, which coincides with their concept of sailing to different parts of the Pacific Islands and Asia. So their menu reflects that. They've got crispy lumpia, coconut sambal chicken and a wagyu patty burger. But for us the star of the show was the sisig tacos. Absolutely incredible! They had great pork flavor but were somehow still incredibly light. All of the food and drinks were delicious. The staff were also kind and helpful. I hear the menu also changes every few months, so I've got a great excuse to come back! I've already recommended this place to my family and hopefully they'll get the chance to experience this place too! read more

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This was my third time dining at Strong Water - my friends and I came on a Friday night in October 2025 and had an incredibly enjoyable time. The waiters are always so friendly and knowledgeable - one example is that I cannot consume alcohol too well, so I prefer mocktails. They graciously informed me of which of their numerous seasonal cocktails had mocktail versions which I was both impressed by and grateful for. As my friends and I love food, we decided to order a variety of dishes to share. The cannonball tots were soooo savory and delicious, an absolutely delightful dish. The straightforward Thai deviled eggs and fresh hamachi crudo were lovely as well. I did enjoy my loco moco burger but I think next time I will try to get something more fun. In particular I was impressed by the Vietnamese short rib soup - incredibly savory and hearty, especially on a cold evening. And finally, the banana bread dessert was such a fantastic way to end the night. The creamy yet mild banana flavor is something I still think about. Overall, this place is awesome! The interior, the service, and the food are all top tier. read more

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Came here for the first time for our anniversary. Great experience, would come back! We made reservations a few weeks in advance on opentable. We reserved the Captains quarters, which is ~6 bar seats and a few tables at the end of the restaurant. A bit more intimate, but the whole venue looks pretty similar experience. We found 90min parking on Center St, so we did not try their parking (they offer validation at the garage a block away). Erica (our bartender/server) was great! Very knowledgeable and friendly. The specialty cocktails selection is extensive and ours were made strong. Food was great, the highlight was the cannonball tots. read more

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Ambiance: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Food: 4/5 Drinks: 5/5 Price: 5/5 Parking: 4/5 After another visit, Strong Water continues to be my favorite tiki bar! Gale and Iris took care of us during this latest visit in the Captain's Quarters, and I already cannot wait to return! read more

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Drinks 5 for originality and taste. All fresh and amazing. Ambiance 5 for uniqueness and visual. Food 4 while good it was ordinary and I was slightly disappointed in the spice level. It also would be nice to have more small plates to go with the amazing cocktails. Would we go back? Yes with a plan to have Uber so I could imbibe as much as possible in the two hour reservation limit. read more

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Strong Water is a fantastic spot for a date or small group -- the ambiance is immaculate and the tiki theme is genuinely one of the best in California. Food's great too, even if it leans pricey. So why the 1 star? I came here with a group of 9 for my birthday on March 24th. We've been before, and last time there was a $20/person deposit that went toward the bill -- so when we saw $10/person to reserve, we assumed the same deal. Nope. Turns out it's a flat booking fee for large parties, not a deposit. I've never seen a restaurant do that, and to find out, you have to click "read more" on a collapsed section buried in the reservation flow -- while OpenTable itself advertises free reservations right below it. When the bill came, we brought it up with the manager expecting the $90 to be credited. He technically wasn't wrong -- it is disclosed -- but "hidden under a read more" and "clearly stated" aren't the same thing. He also asked us to step outside so we wouldn't "embarrass ourselves in front of our guests." The conversation wasn't heated. I simply said it was an unusual practice. It gets better. The "complimentary" birthday shots were added to the bill at around $80, then discounted off -- but the 22% auto-gratuity is calculated before the discount. So you're tipping on drinks you didn't pay for. Add tax on top and those free shots cost us about $26 extra, on top of the $90 reservation fee. Strong Water, I've genuinely enjoyed celebrating here before. But this is not the place to bring a large group unless you enjoy paying for the privilege of being seated, tipping on comped items, and being asked to take your mild frustration outside. Disappointing from a spot I used to recommend without hesitation. read more

Strong Water Anaheim - Tiki Bars Near Me - Anaheim, California

Strong water is probably my favorite cocktail bar. The servers are always so kind, attentive, and awesome! My go to drinks are the Missionary's Downfall and the Bird of Paradise, they're both refreshing and delicious. They have a wide variety of drinks from boozy to sweet and everything in between. The vibes inside are nice, and if it's your first time going, try getting a reservation inside. The outside patio is also really cool too, don't need a reservation to be seated on the patio, but it can be a long wait. read more

I love a good speakeasy that has a great balance between great ambiance & great drinks. This place does both very well. The theme is sort of mix between a tiki bar & a pirates of the Caribbean type of thing. They have a huge menu selection so there is always something for everyone. They also offer mocktails & low alcohol options, which is nice. Overall, we had 2 rounds of drinks & a banana pudding. Everything was good. Also, I loved that they had set up a happy birthday card on the table as we were celebrating my friend's birthday & also gave us free shots, loved this little touch for a special occasion! read more

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This is the best Tiki Bar in Southern California. Oh. I guess I gotta write more. ...The BEST Tiki Bar in Southern California. :) Full Stop. The ambiance is right on par for a tasteful tiki bar with plenty of immersive decor and music. The food here is astonishingly delicious which pairs perfectly with whatever drink you desire. I had a terrific birthday here the other night with a special welcome and a very professional and sincere staff. Treat them with equal respect and they will take care of you, trust me. They make your drinks-- so I'll say it again-- treat them with respect and soak in the tiki vibe. :) I got the Loco Moco Burger which did not disappoint at all. We also got the shrimp and that was equally delicious. The whole menu sounded great honestly! The drinks of course were the best in the business. The Classics are by far the best, tried and true tiki drinks of which you cant go wrong. Any specialty drinks are worth trying if you've done the entire menu too. Reservations are recommended before coming here. Do yourself a favor and celebrate something nice with your significant other at this tiki bar. It's not big on the inside and its a special place for sure. Not bad at all Strong Water! I am sold! read more

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Strong water is located by the MIX in Anaheim. They have a patio bar that is mostly hosted for walk ins while the inside speakeasy feel is the pirate cove. Intimate, dark and fun. I recommend reservations for the captains quarters as it makes the experience more fun! Service was solid as we were greeted enthusiastically by the host and then seated by our server who had great recommendations. We would tell him our choice of spirit and style and he had the perfect recommendations every time. He was incredibly knowledgeable! The drinks were pretty much priced $17 and up. They also had a food menu but we came for a night cap so didn't get to dive into food too much. However we did order the tater tots and they were crispy/flavorful. Otherwise, the drinks were on point. I enjoyed every libation from the pain killer to the zombie king to the serpents grasp. All delicious cocktails that carried a great punch! Overall, a great tiki bar in Anaheim. Makes a great date night! Will definitely be back sooner than later. read more

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Dining here was a fun experience. Arriving at an unmarked location and a small welcome cart outside gave speakeasy vibes. The restaurant is decorated like a tiki room to the tea was a little bit too dark for me and my preference but that's just me because of my vision lol the drink menu is vast we each had different drinks and we're pleased with all of them tropical style mixed drinks. They had a new year menu so we tried the noodles and the mushroom lettuce cups. They were all right nothing I'd come back for. We have the Crudo off their regular menu and that was very delicious. We ended our night with two of the desserts. The banana pudding was excellent. This place was cool for a one time experience. Cute place for a date night. read more

Strong Water Anaheim - Tiki Bars Near Me - Anaheim, California

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Holiday menu in full effect and the drinks are delicious. Reservations highly recommended! Food was good - we ordered the sisig tacos (kinda plain in my opinion) , stir fry noodles with chicken, lumpia's, hamachi crudo. I think the noodles were our favorite. The menu is a fun concept, incorporating the 12 Days of Christmas. Bartenders and staff are all welcoming and friendly. The decor gives nautical, ship wrecked, tiki, pirate vibes! So cool and fun. read more

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One of my favorite tiki bars in Orange County. It's immersive and has a great selection of drinks. You feel as though you have been transported into a Disneyland tiki room when you walk in. The decoration is well done and drinks are quite potent. The staff are great and don't forget to check out the bathrooms and captains quarter in the back. Don't expect to do any walk-ins on the weekend - this place is always solidly booked but well worth the preplanning. Also a great place to come for your birthday (the birthday shot is delish!) read more

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Every time I've been here it's always been a great experience. I highly recommend making reservations before going, but you can always try to do a walk-in, though if it is too busy, you may be turned away. We did do a walk in on a Tuesday night around 9pm and were quoted a 20 minute wait time, which ended up being a 5 minute wait as a party had just walked out shortly after we checked in. Parking is all street parking, and the place is hidden, though there is a host stand outside for the The hosts and servers were kind and attentive, and they even remembered that I had come before. They also noticed that it was my friend's birthday and threw in birthday shots for us! The inside feels like you're onboard a ship and although it is dark, they do give small lamps, so you aren't completely eating in the dark. The drinks are always good. I ordered the Southeast Spice Trade, which was a well rounded cocktail that blends fruity flavor with a pleasant mix of spices which brings the drink to life. It came with a smoking cinnamon stick that looks like a cigarette, which was a fun touch. We also ordered the Vietnamese Braised Short Rib. The flavors mirror that of what you might find in a Vietnamese restaurant. The beef itself was tender and a very generous portion. I wish there were a bit more carrots and broth in the dish. While the broth was a touch salty, it doesn't change the fact that I'd still give the dish a 5/5. Overall, Strong Water is definitely one of my go to bars, and I will keep coming back! read more

Strong Water Anaheim - Tropical Itch & Southeast Spice Trade - Tiki Bars Near Me - Anaheim, California

One of my favorite tiki spots. Make a reservation- you can get in without one, but I highly recommend making one. You wait outside before you're taken inside- another reason why having a reservation is best. Staff are consistently friendly and helpful- attentive. Food is always good. Haven't had anything I don't like. Ambiance- it's one of the reasons you need to come in. My last visit in October they had tarot card menus for their specialty drinks. The attention to detail made it an experience. Drinks are strong- as their name implies. They have always been delicious. Great merch if you'd like to take something home. If you collect tiki mugs- they have those also. read more

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If you're searching for the best tiki bar in Orange County, this is it. From the moment you walk in, you're transported into another world. Every room feels like you've stepped into a beautifully crafted sunken ship, with incredible detail everywhere you look. It's not just décor, it's an experience. The food easily stands at a 4-star restaurant level, which you don't always expect from a tiki spot. The loco moco burger is absolutely to die for... rich, flavorful, and unforgettable. And the drinks? Completely out of this world. Each one feels like its own little adventure, perfectly crafted and full of personality. What truly brings it all together is the service. It's warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. You can feel the passion behind it all, especially from the owners, Ying and Robert, who have created something truly magical here. This isn't just a place to grab a drink, it's a full experience you'll want to come back to again and again. You have to rsvp ahead of time books fast read more

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My wife made a reservation for us to eat dinner here last night at 5:30. We sat at the bar and had a couple appetizers, Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp and Crispy Oysters. In my opinion both were fabulous, I ate all the oysters and a couple shrimp, my wife loves peel and eat, so it worked out well. The shrimp come with a bowl of garlic butter, amazing. I ordered the burger with the loaded tots, wife wasn't hungry enough for entree, so the tots were great for her. The only new drink I tried was the Corn and Oil, it was fabulous, a really nice cocktail. Space was immersive as always and everybody went above and beyond. read more

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This is such a cool place! Love tiki bars and this one did not disappoint. It is a bit on the smaller side, so it looks like there's limited indoor seating - you can get reservations though OpenTable via their website to make a reservation. The outside are is no reservations. Specialty Halloween drink menus were on Halloween tarot cards. So cute - I love that! Everyone was SOOO nice and the food and drinks were amazing. I will definitely be back when I'm in Anaheim again. Thank you for such an awesome experience! read more

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Upset for not knowing this tiki speakeasy existed the entire two years I lived down the street. Of course I only find out after I move... which honestly feels very on-brand for a hidden tiki spot. If you're into craft cocktails with island flair, this place is absolutely worth a visit. We came after dinner so I only tried the banana pudding (which was great), the food menu looks awesome. The drinks were great as well, a little sweet, as tiki drinks should be? They were perfectly prepared and presented. Think umbrellas, glassware, the whole tropical moment.The staff was awesome! Friendly, relaxed, and just cool without trying too hard. The whole experience was pure vibes. Low lighting, tropical energy, felt like I accidentally walked into vacation on Oahu.10/10 would've been a regular... had I known sooner read more

Strong Water Anaheim - Tiki Bars Near Me - Anaheim, California

Its a small dimly lit bar with a very cute atmosphere, completely tiki'd out and super awesome staff! Loved the over the top tiki bar decor. From entrance to restrooms to the back bar, it didn't disappoint. A reservation is definitely recommended. They can accommodate couples to a small party inside but for larger groups would likely be seated separate or seated in the front small patio. There is plenty of private lot parking across the street. We didn't get to try the food but it looks low hawaiian style dishes. read more

Strong Water Anaheim - Back bar area - Tiki Bars Near Me - Anaheim, California

I have attempted to get reservations here a few times, they are always booked up. I was very happy to get a 7:30 reservation on a Tuesday for our anniversary dinner - they were packed! I haven't been to Disneyland in about 30 years, but this place reminded me of Pirates of the Caribbean. Awesome decor, totally on theme for a Tiki Bar. It was a great experience! We were seated at the bar in the back and the bartender was really fun to talk to and hang out with. We each had 3 cocktails, I couldn't tell you what they were, but we liked all of them. I am a wine girl, and I rarely have mixed drinks, so I told the bartender what I liked and he chose the drinks for me. He did an excellent job! Drinks were quite strong! All of the drinks were beautifully presented. For an appetizer we split their lumpia, I loved them! Hubby thought they were a little too greasy, but I didn't mind at all. They had a great flavor, super meaty and succulent, and I loved the dipping sauce. For dinner I had Drunken Noodles and added shrimp & egg, it was perfect! I brought half home and ate it the next day, still super good. My man had their Loco Moco Burger, it was juicy and tasty! The food is very reasonably priced, I think the drinks cost more than the entrees. This is a really unique place to visit, I think we will try to come back again, hopefully we can bring another one of our friend couples so they can experience it too! read more

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This place is so legit. I passed by this spot but couldn't get in before because I didn't have a reservation. They still require reservation but I was able to book a cancellation on a weekday. They won a bunch of awards including the James beard so I had to try and I fell in love. First off; the service is out of this world. Super attentive, lots of conversations flowing. So friendly!!!! We sat at the bar and they immediately said hello and started us with menus. Drinks; get the non-alcoholic dole whip drink!!! It's literally better than whatever dole plantation has in Oahu. Food; the loco moco burger is outstanding, it has eggs and spam :-) all the other dishes were also very good! Everything hit hard. Ambiance is super dark, lots of colors and neon. Pirate ship vibes. It's a tiki bar! Best one in the neighborhood! I'm coming back for more. read more

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Incredible, top quality tiki bar in the OC area. I go here at least once a year with one of my friends. We love the fruity cocktails that range from sweet to semi-sweet/pack-a-punch strong. They can also make most of the cocktails here into mocktails as well. We always order the Loco Moco Burger (yum!!), tried a variety of their flavorful appetizers, and have most often chosen to sit in the Captain's Quarters back bar room since it's more chill and less noisy. The vibe of a rugged yet classy sunken ship bar meets 1920s/1930s jungle/tropical vibes can't be beat. They also validate for parking here too. Recommended tiki bar with excellent, hospitable service! Just keep in mind the reservation time limit is 2 hours maximum, since it's a small tiki bar. read more

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Food was pretty good. We ordered lumpia and enjoyed it so much. We ordered a second order of it. The Seabass was not as good as as I expected it to be. It's one of our favorite seafood dishes and the taste was very off. It was really fishy and Seabass should not have any sort of fishy taste or odor at all. It's a very mild white fish so I immediately just did not care for it. The tempura mushrooms and Shishito peppers were excellent along with the sauces. Drinks were decent. The service was very good very attentive, however two disappointing factors as it was our first time there and we were not allowed to be seated inside without reservations so we were unable to experience the ambience which you're very limited to unless you can dine inside. The bathrooms have no sink and trash cans are all outside so as a female or any person in the situation having the trashcan having to wipe up there's absolutely nowhere to dispose of anything or what if you needed to have feminine products or receptacles available are you supposed to walk out with that sort of trash where everyone can see you when you approach the sink the sink is a B line direction of a table dining for dinner. I just felt that to be very un appetizing and unprofessional restroom. Should always have a receptacle trashcan and I also felt that to be unhygienic to help touch a bathroom door where people have been using facilities. It's very disappointing. Would like to come back, but hopefully experience it differently. read more

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On our last girl's trip to Disneyland we went to Strong Water after finding such popular reviews online about it. To continue our Disney vibe weekend, it was the perfect addition for an evening meal away from the parks. The interior design from start to finish was impeccable and the menu was quite robust and offered an amazing drink options as well as food that was conducive for sharing. The lighting in restaurant didn't yield the best photos, but it was truly magical and they painstakingly designed everything carefully including the bathrooms.. what you definitely have to check out. Standout menu items were the lumpia, karrage and salmon entree. We willl definitely be back! read more

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Overrated!!!! Small, loud, and the food choice was poor!!!! The website make it look like it is a restaurant, it is not it is two bars with about only seven tables, no wonder it takes so long to get reservations, and really they shouldn't make one. If you want to stop for a drink and cool atmosphere it's for you. Oh, but keep in mind it's so dark in there, they stop you at the door to have your eyes adjust to the dark! Try it, but don't expect too much! The drink is one of the non alcoholic drinks-gross read more

Strong Water Anaheim - Non Alcohol drink-gross - Tiki Bars Near Me - Anaheim, California

This place is a hidden gem! As soon as you walk in, its a total experience, the restaurant is decorated completely in theme, and there is not one inch of space untouched. It is small. But that adds to the cozy immersive experience, you almost expect to hear waves somewhere. The staff were welcoming and active participants, from the hostess asking about any dietary or allergy restrictions to the staff being sensitive to anything you answered. They make sure to point out any ingredients that may affect you and if there's any possible cross contamination. It made it feel much more personalized. To top it off, the food and drinks were delicious. I had the Buzzin' Jungle Bird, hands down one of the best cocktails I've had in a long time, if I didnt have to drive I would have ordered another. For food, we stuck to the appetizers so we could get a taste. The wagyu fries were good, but I couldn't really taste the wagyu (could have been any beef). The shumai were juicy and well seasoned, but the star of the show... was the scallop crude! It was fresh and packed with flavor, and the vinegar sauce elevated everything else we ate. This was an awesome experience and we definitely will come back. read more

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Wanted to see what the hype was about. Unfortunately they are booked so without a reservation you're not eating inside. So we decided to sit at there little corral on the sidewalk. Service was great very attentive. The outside seating was pretty tight. The most disappointing part of our visit is not really their fault but a couple homeless people did walk by literally less than 2 feet from us and the smell was enough to ruin an appetite. They have a fun drink menu and we had several appetizers which came out hot and tasty. The only way I would go back is if I had a reservation and stayed inside. read more

Strong Water Anaheim - Tiki Bars Near Me - Anaheim, California

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I always search out tiki bars/restaurants when I travel. This has been one of the best, hands down. The venue was intimate, the mood and decor perfect. I came knowing I was going to purchase one of the mugs - and the drink that came with it was tasty! Then the food. Oh my gosh. The burger was incredible. And the bartender recommended upgrading the fries to their loaded tots which did not disappoint! Highly recommend. Would absolutely come back for more. read more

Strong Water Anaheim - Loco Moco Burger, Cannonball Tots, Zombie King - Tiki Bars Near Me - Anaheim, California

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