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The Tiki Terrace

3.3 (490 reviews)
Open • 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for groups
Dogs allowed

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Frozen Strawberry banana special pina drink
Valerie U.

The food is excellent! Will be back when the dancers are performing next time. Also, ordering for catering for our party soon! They bring it all to u - even the dancers! Can't wait.

Crystal C.

We popped in on a Wednesday night while visiting Chicago. My kids (ages 16 and 9) and I all enjoyed both the dinner and the show. The performances were done with integrity. The dancers seemed like they were enjoying themselves, singing along. It didn't come off like a money making act. I appreciated the history that came along with the different dances and how they were connected to certain islands. They did a good job interacting with the crowd and recognizing specials events such as birthdays, anniversaries, and retirements. For dinner, I got fish tacos, my daughter got the coconut chicken and my son got the chicken nuggets. The nuggets appeared to be the kind you'd get in the freezer section, not made in house. My picky eater would probably prefer those anyways. However, the fish tacos and coconut chicken were fresh and delicious. I'd eat either of them again but I was still thinking about the chicken days later. That was SO good! The little umbrellas in the drinks were another simple touch that won my kids over. The decorated interior added to the experience. Parking was free and easy in a private lot. No complaints at all.

Kalua Pork
Rachelle C.

I would give this place a 4-4.5 star rating. We came in on a Saturday night for ladies night. The decor of the restaurant was decorated so well in Hawaiian theme. The show is $50 per adult and you get a 3 course dinner included. They also have tons of tropical drinks you can order along with appetizers that cost extra. One of my friends ordered some appetizers for the table...... pot stickers (were just ok), traditional poke tuna (I would have opted for the California way just because the tomatoes that were mixed in was a weird choice for me), and the short ribs (these were phenomenal!!!! If I lived down here I would come here and just order those to go for dinner). You were also able to choose one option for dinner. Half of us chose the pork and half chose the salmon. Both were very good. The show was decent. Also had some audience participation. Would have liked to see some male performers but at the end of the show she did say there are different "acts" that rotate nights. If there is anyone looking to celebrate a birthday or just looking for something different to do I would definitely point them down that way!

Pina coladas and Mai Tai
Melanie B.

From the moment you step in, the ambiance transports you out of the suburbs of Chicago and into a Polynesian land, with every detail carefully curated to make you feel like you've discovered a hidden gem. It's the kind of place that makes you want to linger, and soak in the atmosphere! The food was excellent across the board - fresh, well-prepared, and thoughtfully presented. You can tell there's real care behind the menu. Every dish we tried had its own personality, with great flavor and attention to detail. What really stands out, though, is how unique the overall experience is. Tilki Terrace doesn't feel like just another restaurant - it offers something different and something you will remember. It's the kind of place you'll want to tell your friends about! Recommend if you want to try something new! We feel like we learned things about a beautiful culture and got to be personally immersed - they like to call people up to the stage who are celebrating events. But that's pretty special, when else can you get first hand immersion like that. I do think there's some opportunity to expand on the show to make it better, but comparatively I haven't come across another place like this so a great find for the area.

I got the veggie pasta and demolished it
Maggie W.

This place is so cute!! The tiki vibe is amazing, it is a little small but even when it was busy we could still have conversations and not hear the other tables. The food is fantastic!! Everyone loved their meals. The cocktails were delicious!! The show is fun, I loved every minute! Can't wait to go back!

Tropical Island Side Salad

This place was decent. My expectations were super low, but it turned out okay. The performers were good and the host was funny. Never had this kind of food before, but it was not as bad as I thought it might be. Nice night out

Mai Tai Tiki Mug

Really really good food! Rather expensive. Great Hawaiian dancing show, the service was great too!

Combination Shrimp  & Beef
Paige R.

Such a cute vibe in there! It's like you're at a Hawaiian resort- so cute. There was a ukulele group performing that also helped set the mood. The food was so good, I recommend the garlic shrimp! The taro chips were interesting as well but I loved the mango salsa it came with. Our waiter was very nice! Overall good service. Would totally come back soon

View from the hot table

Really disappointing experience. The service was poor -- my first drink was undrinkable, and even though the waitress offered to replace it, I was charged for both drinks. Also I emailed the restaurant about the drinks and failed to get a response. The group we were with asked for a second drink that didn't come until the end of dinner- The room looks much larger online, but it's actually small and uncomfortably hot. It felt like the air was barely on as our group wiped sweat off our foreheads half the night. For three people, the bill came to over $300, which made the whole experience even worse. We each had "1" drink, two apps and the set menu you are to choose from. If you enjoy sweating through your night while watching an average show and drinking overpriced, mediocre cocktails, this might be your place. Otherwise, I'd skip it.

Carm A.

I was very blown away from entering this tiny cute restaurant. I was expecting mediocre decor etc BUT no! It is full on Hawaiin decor. It's so nice and cute! Our bartender/server Jessica, was so sweet and made really good drinks. The pineapple drink is so cool, I really liked it. My coconut shrimp was delicious, very coconutty. The egg rolls were too good and they give you a lot! The loco moco with spam was very very tasty! Would come back, it's really good.

Charmaine D.

I reserved an early Saturday night dinner and show with my family. According to their website, it is recommended to arrive between 3:30 and 4:30 so that you get a chance to drink and eat before the show. We arrived at 4:15 and our table was right in the front, middle by the stage. Its $50 per adult and $23 per kid. That includes a salad, main course, dessert, and the show. Of we had to get drinks on top of that. Costs about $14 each for my Pina Colada and my husband's Mai Tai but they make it look so pretty! We also had an appetizer of Bora Bora Eggrolls, which is also an extra $12. They were crispy and tasty. The salad was delightful and fresh with the perfect dressing. My husband and I shared two meals: The Kalua Pork and Coconut Chicken. They were both delicious but I really enjoyed the Kalua Pork: so juicy & tender(as advertised on the menu) and that Guava BBQ sauce was yummy. The coconut chicken was well fried &.scrumptous. My almost 7 yr old ordered the kids cheeseburger with fries. That, too, was completely demolished. The show started around 5:20pm. This beautiful lady walks on stage blowing a horn and two other beautiful ladies walk on stage. The first lady was the main emcee and dancer herself while the other two were dancers. They all performed so well and kept us entertained. Mid show the Emcee announced all the birthday celebrants and anniversary celebrant. It was nice they were all acknowledged and I wish I had said on the reservation that I was celebrating something but I wasn't, and so I didn't. Near the end they called up some male volunteers on stage to follow and dance. A little audience participation is always fun. Although on the pricey side, overall it was a great experience. A place to take a friend or relative to celebrate a special occasion or like me, just to celebrate summer.

Drinks
Jasmine G.

Ambiance was full with lots of details and it felt as if you were in Hawaii. The food was alright. I've had better. I wouldn't go for the food again. It lacked seasoning and was just okay. I would go for the show again. The show was very interactive, authentic, and funny! Service was okay. Wish there was just an option to watch the show and have drinks. In order to watch the show, you must purchase a dinner and show package (50 dollars each person) I didn't think the food was worth it unfortunately.

Mancow M.

Fun? Sure. Different? Sure thing. Could it be better? Way! The whole thing is just "long in the tooth."Thats it. Needs a fresh reworking. WHERES THE FIRE? (Last time I remember fire dancers.) Considering the price-The show should offer MORE. Production values are WEAK. Having said that- I had a ball. Or right next to it. Its a strip-mall after-all. Cocktails are haphazardly made not crafted - but w/ lovely flowers adorning them. Food is cafeteria level. All the same I am glad this place exists.

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When is show nights?

Wednesday's, Fridays,, Saturdays

Does Tiki Terrace except walk ins?

Yes, but on show nights, it is best to make a reservation.

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“Coconut Chicken was great and the drinks were nice and strong (not watered down like other places I've been to).”

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