The tiki bar is open to the public. Ridleys porch that is at the same location is not open to the…read morepublic. If you're not a guest or resident, you have to park across the street and walk down the side, walk and around to the beach entrance to get to the tiki bar. The menu is basic of a tiki bar on the beach. I opted for the roasted cauliflower naan sandwich. It was actually very good. We were able to see an amazing sunset, too.

I was looking forward to going here but was not impressed. They had a limited menu that did not…read morematch what was on the website. They asked for my credit card as soon as I ordered and put a $50 preauthorization right away before I even received my order. The nachos were just a bowl of nachos with a small container of bland salsa. There was no cheese or any other toppings. We finished our drinks and boring nachos and left. I wouldn't bother going again.

Ohhh yeah, I'd been looking forward to this. Turns out you don't need a Delorean to go back in…read moretime. You just need to point your own car toward Sarasota... to Tamiami Trail, just south of University. Step inside the Bahi Hut and you're back in 1955... plus one. This local landmark dates back to 1954 and bills itself as Florida's oldest tiki bar. I'm all in for it! Outside, it's a small, cement block building with retro font lettering, right next to a vintage motel. (Perfect, if you'd had too many mai tais!) Inside, it's tiki perfection... with dim lighting, Polynesian decor and that swanky feel you can only get from mid-century modern. In my head, an instant mashup of "Bali Hai" and xylophony lounge music. When I opened the door, everyone blinked-adjusting to the sudden light-and instant realization: it's actually 2025. Well-outside, anyway. Right away, I was greeted warmly by the bartender. It was about 2pm on a Friday and fairly empty, but I know this joint is jumpin' later on. The bartender recommended the mai tai... allegedly Trader Vic's original recipe from 1944. Oh, it was good... and strong. I appreciated the presentation, history and the taste. But I opted for something different for my second drink (the laminated drink menu was a joy to behold). I went with the gorgeous blue "desert flower," which is tequila based. Ooo, that was good, too... and so pretty. Two will definitely do ya, here. I had already eaten, so didn't try any of the food offerings. But I did sip slowly and chat with the other time travelers and tropic seekers who wandered in. It was exactly what I wanted it to be. Besides bar seating, there are tables in two different areas and a great merch collection that I need to go back and study. There's also a giant thatched tiki roof (not as vintage) and patio. They need the space, since there's karaoke on Thursdays, live music on Fridays and Saturdays and drag queen bingo on Sundays. There's also a happy hour, Monday thru Thursday, from 1-6, I believe. And later this year, the Tiki Fever Convention will be held at the Bahi Hut and next door at the Golden Host motel. (November 2025) I'm not sure I can make that, but I will definitely be back. There's plenty of parking-and that big menu to work through. Cue the xylophones... and I'll see you there!

Perfect old school tiki drinks and a great atmosphere! Helpful bartenders. And the drag bingo was a…read morelot of fun.

Teri is the best employee you guys have! She was amazing and so on top of it! She immediately took…read moreour order and made sure our drinks were ready so fast.

This is such a fun spot with amazing frozen drinks and food. We had the Elvis (peanut butter and…read morebanana) and mud slides and wow so delicious. The outdoor spot is cute and they had great music playing. We ate around the bar which had more shade, great staff too. We loved the buffalo cauliflower and sloppy Joe was perfect texture and flavor. Rueben was solid with plenty of meat and sauce. The area around this spot is so fun with lots of art to look at. The cute little green space out front had corn hole and seats. Would definitely recommend checking this spot out in Sarasota!

This is an incredible gem in the area. No pomp and circumstance here. Cheap strong and delicious…read moredrinks. Come here to take in the sunset and the best Mai tai I've ever imbibed. 13/10-must go every time I'm in the area.

Yum. Only word that comes to mind. We decided to come here after the beach and daily. They make…read moresome of the best cocktails on Lido Key and the atmosphere is so fun. Additionally, the service is outstanding. We did not have a chance to dine here because we were simply drinking, but from what we saw, the portions were large and the food looked delicious. Be aware that on weekends the place is a total mob scene--but super fun.

Been here many times over the years and this place is awesome. Ambiance, food (from Koyo) and craft…read moredrinks are always excellent. Prior to today's visit, I would have given this place 5/5 stars. Today, the music was not only too loud (losing its established sophistication, but also the type of music they were playing is different from the past repertoire of music). It cheapened the place and IMO lost a bit of its luster. Hence, my 4/5 rating.

Port of Kojos and Deli…read more High end- high price Good fancy- feels like NY Like it! Go to see and be seen.

Had an amazing dinner. Food was outstanding!!!! Ambiance was…read moreelectric. Maiker was an excellent waitress!!!!

The view is amazing and the service was wonderful. Our server Cristina was very good. She made the…read moreexperience special.

Birthday dinner for my niece from Chicago. Absolutely amazing experience. Mussels to start…read moredelicious Pork chops, short ribs all fabulous. Shout out to Joel for excellent service Top of the night was espresso martinis for the birthday celebration courtesy of restaurant

I made reservations for Mother's Day and nothing was said about a fixed price menu or that it would…read morebe a Buffet. The Buffet was marginal at best - hot dishes were vegetable quiche. pasta, and potatoes, all cheap to prepare, and definitely not worth a $100 price tag per person. Just another restaurant taking advantage of a Holiday and they were definitely the beneficiary NOT the customers.

Loved our tiki cruise. Our captain was great, really made the cruise fun. We were able to bring on…read moreour own foo and drink. We highly recommend.

What an enjoyable time! Great experience! Hands down the best thing to do in Sarasota! Floating…read moretiki bar, nothing is better than that! Stopped at the sandbar and the beach awesome owes and even seen some wildlife! Very personal cruise it seems like they care and enjoy the views and cruise at the same time! Hands down if you haven't experienced this you have to! 10 stars all the way!

Ridley's Porch is only open to hotel guests but the Tiki Bar is open to the public & a wonderful…read morespot for a cocktail or two. By far the best piña colada I have ever had!

SHE GONE We parked…read moredown at the end on 1/28/26 walked up there and the tiki bar has blown away, the hurricane they said. So they have a pop-up bar there on Fridays and Saturdays, but if you're going there for the good old days, George's tiki bar it's gone. Literally. That's what the Ritz beach guys told me anyway and there was nowhere to drink. me and my mom and my sister and my brother walked a half a mile and then we walked back in the cold and I thought we were gonna die. They tore down the old Sandcastle that was the hotel of my youth. It's just a big sandlot with a fence around it. They're finishing demo on it now and who knows what it's supposed to be a luxury hotel but I doubt it the way things go now.

Only consuming clear liquids for the past 36 hours, I needed protein and the Tavern and Whiskey Bar…read moreat the club has excellent burgers(10 oz of pure heaven). We walked over and beat the crowd while enjoying our beef. I just wish I could have had alcohol but was advised not to indulge until the next day. At least we made a dent in our minimum food and beverage requirement.

The food was Amazingly delicious, great atmosphere had a great gun, and let's talk about the…read moredrink...the drinks were on point!!! highly recommend