Koa was amazing! He walked us through the menu and gave us a some great recommendations. Food was great- drinks were great. Highly recommend

A night away from the kids and it was well spent at Tiki Kai. It felt like an oasis inside with all the decor and Alyssa took such good care of us. We got a platter with the sticky ribs, crispy rice and firecracker shrimp and it was all incredible. Alyssa also brought us samples of the Dole whip which we then ordered later as a dessert. read more

I had a great dinner and I wanted to especially shout out Ashley for how amazing her service and hospitality was. She recommended the baked Alaska and even had a nice touch torching it. read more

What a fun place to eat at! We made a day of it with some friends and device all the way from OC! The food was amazing! We even ordered their garlic noodles to go and recommended them to people sitting by us. You can't beat this ambiance, it is gorgeous inside and out, but especially the inside case it gets dark with their lit floors. read more

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The vibes here are great. We sat outside and it was also nice to do a bit of HB people watching. With that said, had this trip been singularly about drinks I would have started a petition to give this place 6 Stars. The drink menu was very robust both on the alcoholic and non-alcoholic front. I ended up going with the Dole Whip and my lord was it delicious. That was my only drink of the evening but there were at least 5 other drinks on the menu that I hope to go back and try at some point. The food was a bit underwhelming in my (our) opinion. It wasn't bad by any means but we did walk away feeling a bit meh. I got the fried chicken sandwich. The tropical slaw was solid and the meat was well-prepared, but I did desire a bit more seasoning and/or sauce-driven flavoring. My wife got the huli huli chicken and the garlic noodles. The chicken was not bad but the pricing relative to portion size didn't quite add up for us. I will say folks should try to garlic noodles but they should surely expect a pasta-like dish. In summary, absolutely go get a drink from this spot and treat the food options as nice-to-haves. read more

Was out in Hermosa meeting people for brunch, and Tiki Kai was literally across the street, so I made a quick reservation and we headed over after brunch to indulge in some tiki culture and libations. First, there is indoor and outdoor seating, so where you sit is up to you. But unsure is where all the decor and gives are, so I'd say drink indoors and enjoy the whole ambiance. If you choose to sit at the bar, some of the drinks come with a show, like a fire show, so if you're into that, or want fun videos to put on IG or Tik Tok, the bar may be the way to go. The drinks were, as tiki drinks tend to be, delicious. Great mixture of spirits with tropical juices, with other ingredients. They also just added the Monkey Pod Mai Tai, which the Money Pod is a restaurant bar in Maui known for their Mai Tai, which is topped with a lilikoi (passion fruit) foam. The PK HB is their version of a Painkiller, also very good. And the Ube Your Thirst, which I'm not really an Uber person, was very good, much better then I thought it would be. We also tried other cocktails, ask tasty and we'll balanced. Overall, if you're into tiki drinks, or just a fan of quality cocktails, and around Hermosa Beach, definitely stop by and grab a drink read more

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Lovely Tiki bar! Amazing lighting makes the vibe so cozy. The food and drinks are super good. I had: 1. Mai Tai 2. Jet pilot 3. PKHB 4. Tropical ceviche 5. Firecracker shrimp 6. Island wings 7. Furikake fries - shoestring fries 8. Pule hu steak read more

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Ambiance - ok so have to say this is one of the coolest looking spot on the pier . The theme is amazing and they didn't skimp on the decor the whole tiki bar/lounge feel was spot on . Food- I actually didn't expect allot and thought it was more of a gimmick but boy was I surprised the food was amazing . The pupu platter we picked wings, crab raggon and shrimp . We also had French toast and garlic noodles which were probably some of the tastiest ever . Drinks - the drinks were really good . For drinks with cinnamon ask for no cinnamon or easy since they kind of go heavy on that . But other than that the drinks didn't disappoint . Over all the total experience was amazing read more

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If you want an experience, come here! I thoroughly enjoyed coming here. It was for a girlfriend's birthday and we loved the ambiance. The menu was delectable with a lot of different options. We started with pupus with the crispy rice with a slight spice taste, hamachi crudo, chicken karage, and firecracker shrimp. Then we had the garlic noodles with chicken, fried rice with shrimp and miso black cod. The drinks were super fun. I got the Hawaiian coffee and it was strong and nice with a bit of a kick. The food was good, drinks were fun, and ambiance is great! Christian and Rafa were really accommodating and helpful! Who doesn't love sitting outside with great service? Remember life is short, so make the most of every moment!!! read more

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It was our first time here while visiting hermosa beach. The vibe was cool, lots of skulls and decor as if your in Hawaii....great service as well. The appetizers were mid and very pricy, the food itself was very good. It's a family style menu and the portions are regular, for the cost they should give larger portions. It was overall a good experience but $18 drinks $50 appetizers, I wouldn't come back but would recommend for the experience read more

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Huge tiki fan here and I've had Tiki Kai on my list for a bit. This is the prettiest, newest looking tiki bar I've ever been to. The attention to detail is beyond comparable - from the fixtures hanging above the bar, to the little details decorating the dining area and the lights behind the bar. Everything is so well thought out and fully instagrammable. The place is huge too with plenty of seating outside and in but you must at least sit inside once to appreciate all the effort put into the decor. We ordered a tiki drink, beer and the Crab Rangoon appetizer and the service was quick and friendly. The tiki drink, the Jet Pilot, was a rum drink that came out on fire. So fun! And the crab rangoons came out swimming in a sweet chili sauce that was perfect. We will come back for dinner next time. Parking is tough because you are at the pier but there is a free garage right behind the restaurant that you might get lucky enough to find a spot in. Otherwise, it's streets parking sweetie, but worth it in this case. read more

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I've been going to Hermosa pier since I moved to the South Bay. I like try all the new places. And since we've been here, we've been taking people here and recommending it! The garlic noodles are the reason to come. Really all their food is great, but the garlic noodles, I can't get enough of. There are so few places with Dole Whips that don't taste like alcohol. It's like drinking a regular dole whip until you stand up! And the mai tai, yet another reason to come. The overall feel of the inside is a well thought through tiki bar. All their food areas flow together in a natural pattern. The outside, you can't beat the view of the pier. This is a must try! read more

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This is such a cute little place. I haven't been to Hermosa Beach in years but we came here to celebrate a friends bday, it was 9 of us. We had reservations for the indoor/outdoor fire pit at 6pm but we weren't seated until almost 630pm. The host said Saturday is one of their busiest nights so be prepared for that if you plan on being a walk-in. It was pretty packed. However, even with it being crowded the attentiveness of the servers was superb. Now the food. We got 2 pupu platters. You have the option of 5 items or 3 items. You have a wide variety of things you can put on the pupu platters which we appreciated. We had wings, shrimp, ribs, & crispy rice. We also ordered additional sides like fries, cucumbers, and garlic noodles. I also had the tuna bowl and another friend had a burger. All the food was good. Most everything on the menu is designed to be shared so that worked out for it being 9 of us. We also had drinks and they were good. For those who don't drink alcohol the mocktails are also really good. Something for everyone. read more

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The most gorgeous interior. I really want to make a reservation next time, because I didn't get lucky with interior seating. We had three cocktails. Our first two were better and more balanced (ube your thirst & jet pilot). At $16, the last one (fisherman's son) my boyfriend got was disappointing. The huli huli chicken was tasty. read more

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I went on a date here with my boyfriend, we had a reservation at 5pm. Arrived early to check in and was seated by 5pm. When we were seated we did not receive service for 15 minutes until we contacted a host about this issue, immediately he resolved this and got us our server. The drinks are tasty, the food was good. I was kind of expecting an edamame to be on the menu as an appetizer, might be a nice addition to add because the menu felt like it was missing some things. My sole whip drink was perfectly frozen and stayed cold long a the perfect consistency. The indoor dining room is decorated nicely. I wish the service was better in the beginning of our time here, we ended up having to extend our parking time due to the delay. I do appreciate the staff taking attention to our concern when we expressed our concerns, they were apologetic. read more

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Drove out to my friends and we walked to tiki Kai which is right next to the pier. Wow what a cool vibe and the place is so well decorated too. My friend got an old fashion and loved it. We both got the steak and eggs and it was delicious. The steak was cooked perfectly. Service was attentive and friendly. Can't wait to go back and try their dinner menu next time. read more

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Came here for dinner. Huge party going on outside so we were happy to be seated inside--- so gorgeously decorated, like at Disney but better!! Our server was amazing!!! Super attentive and just very pleasant, just like the rest of the staff who brought out our food.( sorry I forgot her name.. it's 2 days later :( ) Cool music played in the background too. As we had eaten a large lunch ( here earlier, long story!!) we were still full and didn't want to cancel our second reservation -and wanted to experience more. We ordered the miso black cod-- omg, so light and tender and delicious!!!! To compliment that we had the veggie fried rice- so so good too!! Amazing food and service here. Hubby purchased a cool tiki mug for his collection, but returned it after he saw the charge-$85 way overpriced no matter how detailed it was --even Disney charges $55 but at least you get a drink inside! ( this was our only issue). read more

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Angelna customer service as my waiter was superior. Any questions I asked was given a thorough answer as well as recommendations on the options I asked. She handled herself professionally around the crowd of ambiance and the food came out fast. read more

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Ummm just want to say the absolute best tiki bar ever!!! Love the staff here, Angela was my waitress and she was literally the sweetest most angelic person ever the food is also soooo delicious!! I got the garlic noodles, crab rangoons and Huli huli chicken skewers, all of them are 10/10 Parking is in the lot by chase bank Will def be coming back! read more

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Another fantastic experience at Tiki Kai! The boy and I had 4pm dinner reservations yesterday and were seated at a high top right across the middle of the magnificent bar; perfect seats and another time being serviced by the amazing Kelly who is super helpful, kind and super attentive. The boy ordered a virgin Wavemaker (Blue Hawaii) and I had a Navy Grog and Revenant (my go-to even if more of a Speakeasy drink but amazing). Great drinks and as always, incredible replenishment of water and we drink a lot of water! For dinner, we shared the crispy rice with spicy tuna appetizer ($23 and awesome) and the Oahu Burger ($19) with fermented gochu aioli & grilled pineapple on a brioche bun. We ordered the burger rare and it was really, really good. The boy and I felt there could have been a little more pineapple and gochu aioli on it but it was freakin delicious all the same. Maybe make sure to ask for extra aioli. We certainly had enough to eat but maybe I could have used a french fry or two also...the burger does not come with them. Burgers need fries, amiright? The staff was amazing as mentioned and even the manager Ronnie remembered us from prior visits (I mean, I was wearing a Fez so...) and Raphael was awesome. Long live the amazing Tiki Kai! read more

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A+ on the decor!!! Friendly staff. Oh so delicious food; we tried a few appetizers. Delightful drinks; lots to choose from & served in fancy glasses! Many food choices. Metered parking around the pier. Clean (women's) restroom. It was a Thursday evening... read more

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First off, make a reservation. It was packed when we arrived. We waited maybe 20ish minutes after we checked in for our reservation. We had a lovely outdoor table. The decorations are nice and the inside is crazy cool. Next time I'll request inside seating. Food was outstanding. We ordered the appetizer sampler with 3 options, the garlic noodles, and the pork chop. For the 3 "pupus" we got crispy rice (YUM) sticky ribs (YUMM) and firecracker shrimp (YUUMM) I could eat the whole thing by myself. I might actually next time I go. Order the Dole Whip and the Puca Punch for a good time. read more

Tiki Kai - Shrimp, ribs, sticky rice - Tiki Bars Near Me - Hermosa Beach, California

I've been wanting to check out Tiki Kai ever since they opened since the vibe inside looked amazing! True tiki style decor throughout the restaurant/bar. If you plan on coming, I highly recommend making a reservation since it can get very crowded here. // DRINKS // JET PILOT: Blend of rums, falernum, cinnamon, grapefruit, lime and bitters. This was definitely on the stronger side which explained why it was listed under the 'dangerous waters' category of tiki drinks. DOLE WHIP: Blend of light rums, coconut, pineapple. On the sweeter side with a hint of alcohol which can make this pretty dangerous. // FOOD // PUPUS: Make your own pupu platter with an option of 3 or 5 items. We went with the 3 item pupu platter and chose the firecracker shrimp, crispy rice, and chicken karaage. I'd highly recommend all three of them! - Chicken Karaage: Jidori marinated thighs with a yuzu chili aioli. - Crispy Rice: Jasmine rice cakes, spicy yellowtail tuna, unagi drizzle, sliced serrano, mico cilantro - Firecracker Shrimp: Thai spur aioli, blistered shishito, toasted sesame seeds Overall, Tiki Kai lived up to the hype! I will definitely be back to try more of the food and make my way through the tiki drink menu! read more

The ambiance is very cool with fabulous decor. Our server Savannah was really sweet and provided good service. Their giant tiki drink "mates and crew" is delicious and perfectly balanced between alcohol and flavor. Food however is not great. While the octopus was tender, the hummus was gritty and watery and the seasoning just wasn't there. I've had something similar at other restaurants, but Tiki Kai missed the mark. The rice lacks flavor other than a cheap butter substitute, this felt as though it had been boxed. The fries were good, but fries are difficult to get wrong. I think this is a good place for drinks and vibes, get dinner before elsewhere. read more

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Tiki Kai is an amazing restaurant! Their drinks are all spectacular! Very flavorful, and they have a list of drinks that are "stronger" too, which is neat. Food was all great, don't even remember what we ordered since we ordered a bunch of different things. Service was also on point from beginning to end. I would ask to sit inside because it's got some really cool decor. They killed it with the tiki vibes for sure. read more

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This is a fun tiki place :) It's new, it's got good food and drink. A must visit if you're in Hermosa Beach. First thing, book a reservation online. This is a very popular spot already. So... book ahead. The service was attentive, professional, and courteous. So be kind back to them, please. The obvious main draw are the Tiki Drinks and if you booked ahead like I mentioned-- you will have some creatively presented drinks for you to order. It makes the occasion that much more fun in an instant :). The food is actually really good too which is a welcomed surprise. Not all tiki places serve food, let alone solid bites. Tiki Kai arguably makes you wonder which is better-- the food or the drinks? The space indoors is a little cramped but it works. There is also a lot of outdoor seating which is perfect for a nice way to cap off the day by the beach. I would recommend coming here; especially if you haven't tried this place already. Again, book ahead-- cuz it is very crowded and there is practically no seating if you didn't book ahead. The vibe though otherwise is pleasantly fun and light throughout our experience. For the seasoned Tiki people: Tiki shirt attire is obviously welcome! Let everyone know you're a seasoned alcoholic ;) . The drinks here compared to many are good, not amazing, but a better than most lets put it that way. The Navy Grog is my recommendation. Cheers Tiki Kai! read more

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Great tiki bar right on Hermosa pier. It's a great spot for tiki cocktails and food. I had the octopus with hummus that was braised well and didn't have the rubbery texture at all. My friends enjoyed garlic noodles with chicken addon and the yuca fries with yuzu aioli was a table favorite. The staff was very attentive and nice and helpful in suggestions. The tiki themed spot is neat and unique especially compared to the other venues on the pier. It has a nice tiki interior aesthetic and vibes. read more

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So Angela is the best very attentive got my order correct also she got our drinks strong. The food was excellent and her service is top tier if you come visit this newly open spot ask for her that smile and consistent service will not disappoint read more

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Wonderful outdoor patio, excellent service, and solid food on the Hermosa Beach pier. Greeted with "aloha" by the hostess, (the patio is dog friendly). Interior is very cool, dark, and had a "lava flow" floor light guiding you to the bathroom. Drinks and food were tropical themed, so we went with some mai tais to start. The mixed drinks were ok, but we switched to wine after one drink. We started with the chicken karaoke, which was not very crisp, but the meat was quite moist. I chose the duroc pork chop which came in a very sweet brown butter sauce. The chop was nicely done but I would have preferred it without any of the sauce. It was like eating a dessert sauce on my entrée. My friends were going to order the prawns, but our very smart waiter told us it came with 3 prawns and nothing else, whereas they could order the garlic noodles with added shrimp and it actually cost less than just the prawns. Two of my friends ordered his suggestions and loved it! I tasted their plates and lived the noodles too! Another friend ordered the huli huli chicken and fried rice which he enjoyed, taking the leftovers home. Overall I would recommend the garlic noodles and a glass of wine or a beer for a full meal. read more

Incredible, immersive decor and fantastic location along the Manhattan Beach pier. Review is mainly for the drinks, which were overly sweet and weren't as balanced as at the drinks at the best tiki bars (e.g., Strongwater) - though it may have just been an off night. Food was solid though not standout. Friendly and attentive service. read more

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3 stars for the Tiki bar decor, atmosphere and vibe. Food and drinks were overpriced, for what you get !! Speaking of drinks, our drinks were not strong. Very watered down. Service was good however. I won't be back ! ! read more

Tiki Kai - My watered down skinny spicy Margarita and fire shrimp app. - Tiki Bars Near Me - Hermosa Beach, California

First of all, the food is fantastic! It is probably the best food we have ever tasted at a Tiki Bar. We got the garlic noodles, curry mussels, and shrimp scampi. The cook must have studied sauces because they were all drenched in delicious flavors. Second, the drinks were perfectly crafted. I got the Ube and the Dole Whip drinks. My boyfriend got the Test Pilot and their Hawaiian Coffee. It got us just right. The atmosphere is inviting and so fun! I will be coming back for sure! Also, fucking kudos to Alexis. Love her! She is so much fun to talk to...especially after all them drinks. read more

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Loved the atmosphere, the drinks, food, service, and location!!! Only qualm...portion size to price. $200 for four drinks, 4 appetizers, and 20% tip. Nonetheless...I'd go back tomorrow if I could! The place is a fantastic tiki bar that is worth the trip. Especially since there are several other cool restaurants, dives, and stores within a block, and there's a nice walk along the boardwalk and pier. read more

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Great new addition to the area! Loved the ambiance, tiki vibes to the max!! Definitely stop by and give it a try. We came in yesterday for some drinks and appetizers. They have tons of fun drink options, we all loved what we got! Our server was great and she gave us lots of details on all the drinks offered so we could all pick something we enjoyed. The mai tai is very strong so if you're looking for less of a tropical forward drink and stronger drink taste this is for you!! I recommend the Chief Lapu Lapu if you like more of a tangy fruity drink. The passion fruit and orange flavor definitely covered up the liquor in that one lol! Lychee martini was also really good if you want a sweet drink. We tried the 3 appetizer plate and it was great! We loved the dynamite shrimp and the chicken karaage! Definitely would order both of those again. The only item we didn't enjoy was the wings, very dry and flavorless. Would absolutely come back for a couple rounds of drinks and some more tasty bites:) read more

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Wow. They did an amazing job transforming the space into a legit tiki room. The ambiance and decor are absolutely top notch. I have been wanting to try Tiki Kai for a while, and my wife managed to get us a reservation on Valentine's Day no less. It turned into a full family party since my daughter and her fiancé were visiting from the East Coast and my college aged son was home for the weekend. From the moment we walked in, I loved the decor and the music. It immediately set the stage for high expectations, and the vibe did not disappoint. Service was very friendly and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. I am still dry Januarying into February, so I stuck with sparkling water, but my glass was refilled and swapped out frequently, which I appreciated. The rest of the crew went all in on the tiki drinks, including a Mai Tai and a lychee martini. The martini was a bit too sweet for my wife's liking, but they remade it without hesitation and were very gracious about it. We ordered the pu pu platter and it was delicious. Ribs, crispy rice, crab rangoons, chicken wings, and chicken skewers all hit the spot. I was genuinely pleased with the quality of the food. We also shared a couple of burgers and some fries, which were excellent. For dessert we had the baked Alaska. It was well executed, even if it was not quite my personal favorite. One small suggestion since there were five of us. A few of the dishes came with four pieces, which makes sense for many groups, but it would be helpful if there were an option to add an extra piece for a modest charge. Maybe that is available and we just did not realize it, but it would have been nice to know so no one was doing the polite last piece dance. The only other downside was the men's room. It is one at a time, and there was a line when I arrived, so washing my hands took a bit of patience. When I finally got in, there was a noticeable urine smell. It was not anything worse, just clearly a pee odor, which feels like something that could be addressed fairly easily with a bit more attention. Overall, it was a fun night with a great vibe and lively atmosphere. I would absolutely return. Easily a five star tiki experience. read more

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Wow, the hot place to be in Hermosa beach 1- popular There was a line waiting for the doors to open. Even a walk in for 1 at the bar ,they had to think about it Once inside ...Busy? Yup. It took 15 minutes for the bartender to even acknowledge me because they are crazy busy. No surprise as The line up of drinks he was mixing was staggering !!!! Be patient. Having said that, they are uniformly nice here. 2- The vibe: imagine Disney's tiki room with food and booze. It's pretty cool but be advised... it is DARK inside 3- The drinks: that's what they're known for Mai tai - that's how you judge every tiki bar. And It was damn good! They give you the lime to show that the mix isn't from a bottle. The interesting bit is sitting at the bar and seeing all the variety of drinks made 4- Food Ok, this isn't going to be a Michelin starred restaurant The wings were a bit too salty The karaage is good (but not as good as the ones you get in dedicated South Bay Japanese restaurants) My Recco: Give it time to "cool off" and then visit for the fun read more

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I came with my partner for our anniversary dinner on 4/19/26. The experience was a 10/10 from start to finish. Host staff was attentive and friendly, and our Server was professional and knowledgeable on the menu. I wish I remembered her name! We sat in the corner 2top facing the bar. The bartender was also friendly and recommended the Navy Grog! The indoor decor is breathtaking. There is intention in every detail and we felt transported to Hawaii. It is so difficult for a restaurant to hit every mark, food, ambiance and service, but these guys have it down! Can't wait to go back to try the rest of the menu :) read more

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Rafael thanks for chatting us up, added to our evening and eventually landed us at Hula Hula. We had several cocktails here and a very generous three item app platter, the shrimp was biblical, like it was never ending. Cocktails on point! Wish I had one of these in Anaheim. I can't wait for an excuse to come back here the interior as fabulous! read more

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Summary: Great decor, mixed quality drinks, so so location (for parking), good food (but overpriced), and a single men's bathroom (women's is multi). Went here on a Monday afternoon at 4:00 p.m. to open the place up. My wife and I went with two friends (who are tiki legends), that made the reservations. Our server was Erica, and she was nice, but grossly underestimated the sourness of some drinks (puka punch and chief lapu lapu). We got a three pupu platter with crispy rice, crab Rangoon, and chicken wings. All three were good, but $53 is a lot to swallow. All this is to say, it's a good tiki bar, but asking a bit much, and also the single men's bathroom is REALLY limiting. It's a bar, folks. Fluids abound. read more

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We stopped in for drinks and the dole whip was really tasty. My friend was indecisive so one bartender offered some samples of things so she could try, which I thought was really nice considering how busy they were. Inside is a cool, slightly darker vibe which is a nice escape from the sun. read more

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