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    Cheeky Tiki

    4.2 (237 reviews)
    ModerateTiki Bars
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    CHEEKY TIKI ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Touristy
    Good for groups

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    Rye Tai
    Maribel T.

    It was perfectly nestled in front of the water! We were able to walk the shops and then stop by for some tiki drinks! Highly recommend the Rye Tai if you want a strong but flavorful drink! The lilikoi foam is AMAZING!! If you're looking for something that will get you buzzing and don't care for the flavor - they're Zombie drink (limit 2) is not good in taste but it get ethereal job done! The waiter was super helpful when trying to figure out what drink to order! We really enjoyed being able to sit on the top deck and people watch while we sipped! It is def a good pit stop for those looking to take a mini break!

    Ube drink
    Mel A.

    A must stop when in Kailua-Kona for creative and delicious adult beverage and some people watching. The bar overlooks the pier so there's plenty to look at but if you're not into that, the inside has some cool swings and relaxing seating lounge area while you enjoy your drinks and chat. We stopped here on our last day of vacation to have a couple of cocktails before dinner. I had this ube thing and wow, it was so tasty that I convinced my husband to get one for his next drink. The ube flavor was prominent. It was sweet but not unbareably so. The place is tiki themed as the name indicates, with friendly and very attentive servers. Their drink menu have indicators for alcohol levels so you can predetermine how strong your drink will be or will want it to be prior to ordering it. The ube drink was somewhat mild which was perfect since I didn't want to stumble around the streets when we walked to the restaurant for our dinner. They also serve food but we only had drinks. I wish we would have stopped by earlier in the week but next trip to the Big island, we're definitely stopping here again!

    Scorpion Bowl
    Melody C.

    Authentic Tiki Bar in Kona with so many cute drink options that are reasonably priced and tasty unique dishes. We got 25 dollars off our check by signing up for InKind, go sign up!! They're very popular so recommend making a reservation or avoiding rush hour. We went early in the afternoon and were seated with an ocean view. Zombie drink was 10/10, you definitely feel buzzed afterwards and the cup design with a skull is on point. Street corn was a must order, delicious and came with lots of chips.

    Mac and cheese balls. Not good
    Carrie G.

    This is a cute little tiki bar. We came on a Sunday night about 7:30. It rests upstairs above another restaurant/bar. A host greets you and seats you. We sat at the bar seats facing the ocean. Even had a view of the luau at the hotel down the street. We had trouble with the service. The bartender eventually came and took our order and then the other waiter came by to take our order again and we told him the other lady already got us. We would have order another drink and food but nobody came back to us. We went to the bar to try and pay. Then the bartender went and cleared our table and another couple moved to our seats after they had gotten up to ask if somebody comes to take your order or if you order at the bar. There was confusion about order and or not enough workers for all the filled seats or what roles they had. I ordered the MISSIONARY'S DOWNFALL Silver rum, peach brandy, lime, honey, pineapple chunks, fresh mint. It was pretty good. It was blended too. Came in the cute fishy glass. Not too minty at all. The Mac and cheese balls with fried too long and were very hard. It was just macaroni noodles, absolutely no gooey cheese anywhere. Disappointing. I'd definitely come back for the drinks and try another food item like the fried Portuguese corn dogs but we probably will try different places.

    Drinks
    Sean G.

    Place was nice. Upstairs and had a good view even after dark. Fun to get some drinks Staff was friendly but over worked the bar tender was our server busser and bartender. She was rocking it but had a good 10 tables. Then also made drinks for the other 2 10 table she didn't have to take care of. We ordered the Mac and cheeseballs and they tasted great but no Cheese it must have all come out during the cooking because it was a hint of cheese. Drinks tasted great and we would be back for those. Just expect to wait a little if they are busy.

    Sasha A.

    um hello cutest drinks ever?? & they're actually good too!? They're also FULL drinks which is great because I'm tired of paying $16 for a drink that I'll finish in 3-4 sips! We were sat on the balcony facing the beach which was just another bonus! The only thing is that the service was super slow and it wasn't even busy. We had to flag down our waitress every time we finished our drink and she never checked on us. Maybe because we just came for drinks and no food? But still, I felt like I was interrupting her every time. Hopefully it was just an off day because I will be coming back here for the drinks next time I'm in HI!

    Marc C.

    This place was adorable and really leans into the tiki vibe in the best way. We stopped in for drinks and a quick app and were pleasantly surprised. The cocktails came out in classic tiki glasses, and they went down way too easily. We also tried the Kung Pao Macadamia Shrimp, which was a total standout. The breading was light but crisp, just enough to cling to the shrimp and carry all that flavor in every bite. Honestly, it was one of those dishes you wish you'd ordered two of.

    Hanaah F.

    More like a 3.5 stars rating. Pretty good vibes. Parking can be tough. Per other yelp reviews, their mai tai is closest to the Monkeypod mai tai with lilikoi foam in Maui and Oahu... but that's not true... It may look pretty similat, but definitely not the taste. The food was mediocre. Service was decent.

    Kevin J.

    There are many restaurants that probably have a concept and it may not be fully evident but not Cheeky Tiki. The first thing you notice with everyone are the fun drinks they get. Each one comes in a unique cup full of character. My blue hawaii came in a fush cup. Its very fun to see what fun drink comes out on each table. The burger and salad I got were both delicious.they are not just a drink restaurant but serve decent food.

    Meh
    Ashlynn W.

    Service was really good! We had no problems getting getting a table at 8 p.m. after a Manta Ray experience around the corner. Food was not bad but it wasn't amazing either! The best thing I had was the Street Corn. I really liked it. The Garlic Shrimp wasn't bad, but I was expecting the breading to be more crispy than it was. I will say the Bok Choy is boiled and didn't really have much flavor. I was offered to get something else by the staff since I didn't like my meal, but I ended up passing and just finishing up the street corn. Parking: there is a free parking lot a little bit of a walk away, but it isn't bad at all! It is free public parking.

    Burgers, smoked fish and a cute little dot dot dash drink
    Emily A.

    Our server was Sam. She was super Duper cool helpful, friendly informative made it a great experience! Ambience was super cool! they have like nifty swings that you can sit out while you're drinking which was just playful and fun Plus they have tons of different tiki glasses, which is exactly what you want when you go to a fun tiki bar and they just randomly select them! Did I mention the food? The food was incredible the fish and chips with the caper and lemon aïoli should be a requirement if you're gonna stop here! The smoked fish dip was delicious and the burger was definitely worth getting very tasty!

    Piña colada
    Brandon C.

    TLDR - this restaurant is phenomenal. The setting is great and spacious with a nice view. The staff will become your best friends, and the food is great. This restaurant is a blessing in the area. It's perfectly located overlooking the water and is conveniently close to the shops. Parking can be tricky though - there is a free public parking lot a few blocks away. Otherwise you'll be limited to street parking or other paid lots nearby. We found this place after doing an excursion and we decided to try this place given its great reviews. It has a great view into the water and it's very comfortable given it's open setting. The staff were some of my favorite people. Our waitress was funny, friendly, and checked up on us regularly. Lastly, the food. We ordered the street tacos, fried shrimp, and Hawaiian pulled pork burger. I also had a piña colada, which will always be good. The corn was the best. It was flavorful and came with chips. The pulled pork burger was also delicious. Interestingly, you have the option of white rice as a side and I'll never say no to a good bowl of rice - even if it feels slightly out of place. The fried shrimp was also good even though we weren't a fan of the breading. The bok choi also tasted funny - probably overcooked because it tasted a bit sour. We were offered to change it to something we'd like more, but we decided to live with our choices. Overall, this place is great and I'd recommend to people who want food, drinks, or just want to hang out with a view.

    Kona tree
    Maria L.

    Located on restaurant row in Kona, but perched above the traffic and adjacent to the Kona tree, you will find this hidden gem. Amazing cocktails that you have the option of drinking in a pineapple. Gorgeous views and fun to people watch. We ordered the ahi, bulgari bao buns, friends, a few mai tai with likoi foam. Food was good, prices were great and ambiance was excellent. Our server was friendly as was the rest of the staff even know they were not directly serving us.

    Solo Bolo, a vodka drink, not too sweet

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    Such a fun place and right on the water. Great food and I highly recommend the tofu. Service was excellent!

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    Get the Pacific 19 Mai Tai! Best on the Big Island! This is the closest recipe we've found to the Mai tai from Monkeypod on Maui and Oahu.

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    Are kids allowed since you serve food?

    Aloha, the dining area is all ages. Mahalo!

    Does Cheeky Tiki have a phone number listed anywhere for customers to call?

    Aloha, my name is Tommy, I’m one of the owners. We do not have a house phone but please feel free to reach out to me at 808-339-1122 Mahalo!

    List of brews on tap?

    No beers on tap. We are at heart a cocktail forward tiki bar with great food. We do however offer a selection of locally brewed & canned Kona Brewing beers. Mahalo!

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    Don's Mai Tai Bar - Delicious breakfast French toast and coffee with scenic views of the Pacific Ocean

    Don's Mai Tai Bar

    3.8(315 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$

    We had the fish and fresh fish of the day we were all so happy. We had it for lunch and came back…read morefor dinner. The live music was awesome and they took requests. Beautiful place to watch the Hawaiian sunset. The fish tacos were chefs kiss.

    During our recent stay at the Royal Kona Resort, we visited Don's Mai Tai Bar, having fond memories…read morefrom our last trip. While the scenic views and friendly service were as delightful as ever, we did notice some changes that left us missing the previous happy hour options. Last time, the Poke bombs and more extensive happy hour specials were highlights for us. This visit, the happy hour menu seemed more limited, with just a slight discount on items like the Chile nachos, which are no longer part of the happy hour deal. My husband also missed the Mai Tai flight and some of the unique drinks they previously offered. Breakfast was a bit underwhelming, but dinner certainly made up for it. The bruschetta and chips with guacamole were enjoyable starters, and my Royal Catch dish, with its flavorful miso Dashi broth and tender bok choy, was fantastic. My husband loved his rigatoni, which was a comforting delight. We're excited to see the outcome of the ongoing renovations and hope they might consider bringing back some of the previous menu favorites, like the happy hour options and Mai Tai flight. Despite the changes, Don's Mai Tai Bar remains a wonderful spot for enjoying a meal with a view.

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    Don's Mai Tai Bar
    Don's Mai Tai Bar - Great traditional Mai Tai, it was strong and flavorful.

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    Great traditional Mai Tai, it was strong and flavorful.

    Island Lava Java - LAVA JAVA BREAKFAST "island style"

    Island Lava Java

    4.0(3.2k reviews)
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    Pancakes were nice and fluffy. Bigger than I expected and the coconut syrup was a nice touch…read more Bacon could have been a little crispier but the taste was very nice. Vanilla latte was way too sweet (personally) but I did add vanilla syrup and cold foam so that's on me. Just didn't taste much of the coffee. Biscuits and gravy were delicious and the pork had amazing flavor. Waffle was a little dried out (we sent it back due to it not being crispy enough and we believe they just reheated the waffle). But the flavor was still good with the macadamia nuts and bananas The Bloody Mary was great, however, they could do with a little more spice and a little more tomato base. As far as bloody Mary's go, this was on the weaker side. Loved the Black Sea salt rim. Shoutout to our server, Terri, who was fabulous the whole time.

    I found this place on TikTok and was really excited to give it a try. I ordered the Loco Moco, and…read moremy boyfriend ordered the Luau Scramble. At first, the Loco Moco was okay. It was a little saltier than I expected, so I started separating everything on my plate while I was eating. That's when I found the first strand of hair underneath the rice. I pulled it out and honestly tried to brush it off. A few bites later, I took another bite of the patty and rice. When I went to wipe my mouth, another strand of hair came out of my mouth. At that point, my boyfriend and I decided to completely separate the food, and that's when we found a third strand of hair embedded in the rice. After finding three hair strands of hair, I completely lost my appetite. If anyone thinks I'm exaggerating, I recorded the entire experience, and it'll be included in my YouTube video. As for whether I'd recommend this place or come back, unfortunately, no. Maybe the other menu items are better, but based on my experience, I definitely wouldn't recommend ordering the Loco Moco.

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    Island Lava Java - Upstairs bar

    Upstairs bar

    Island Lava Java - DRAG IT THRU THE GARDEN SANDWICH

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    Island Lava Java - Fish tacos and ocean view

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    Fish tacos and ocean view

    Seafood Bar & Grill - Fresh catch

    Seafood Bar & Grill

    4.1(804 reviews)
    29.6 mi
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    The Absolute Best Meal on the Island--A Masterclass in Food & Service!…read moreIf I could give Seafood Bar & Grill 10 stars, I would. This wasn't just a dinner; it was our absolute favorite meal of the entire trip. We didn't even have a special occasion to celebrate--we just had a phenomenal experience here in the past and couldn't wait to return. They somehow managed to exceed every expectation. From the second we walked in, we were blown away. We loved the Tiki Bar, everyone is family when you walk in, history covering the walls ambiafamily-friendly; ev Seafood We were greeted by Dave Yurtin, the owner, who set up a fabulous table for us inside. But here is the kicker: Dave actually remembered us from our first visit two years ago! Talk about a total legend. We couldn't believe his memory--that is next-level hospitality. Our server, Ryan, provided spectacular, world-class service. He didn't write a single part of our big order down and got absolutely everything 100% right. He was attentive, fast, and incredibly sharp--he even remembered at the end that my mother-in-law had asked for onion rings once she was finished, before changing her mind. Incredible! Now, let's talk about the food and drinks because WOW. We started with the drinks, and these were hands-down the absolute best Mai Tais we have had on the island. Every single dish that hit the table was a home run: - Escargot: Wow, wow, wow, wow! Absolutely phenomenal. The pesto and cheese with the garlic bread? Unreal. - Seafood Quesadilla & Coconut Shrimp: Perfectly executed and delicious. - Braised Short Ribs: Out of this world. Fall-off-the-bone tender. - Pineapple Macnut Slaw: Insane flavor. Do not skip this! - Garlic Bread: Spectacular and perfect for soaking up every last bit of flavor. - Fish Linguine: A rich, perfectly balanced cream sauce packed with different types of fresh fish. Somehow, we saved room for dessert and tried FOUR different ones: the Key Lime Pie was unbelievable, the Lilikoi Pie and Kona Coffee Pie were spectacular, and the NY Cheesecake with Lilikoi Sauce was the perfect grand finale. Between Dave's legendary memory, Ryan's flawless service, and a kitchen that doesn't miss, Seafood Bar & Grill is an absolute must-visit. We will be talking about this meal until our next visit! Thank you for an unforgettable night!

    We have been coming to Seafood Bar and Grill for years on our annual Hawaii vacation and it never…read moredisappoints. The owner Dave is always friendly and a pleasure to chat with. I got the ginger steamed clams and they were amazing. We also ordered an extra serving of Parmesan bread because it was so tasty. My dad got the prime rib, which is only available on Tuesdays, and it was great as always. Our server Matt recommended my mom try the black bean seafood combo, and she was pleasantly surprised by how much she loved her meal! My husband got the cajun style fresh catch and loved his meal! We highly recommend this restaurant and love supporting Dave and his team. It's always a great experience!

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    Seafood Bar & Grill - Love the lamps!

    Love the lamps!

    Seafood Bar & Grill - Seafood fried rice

    Seafood fried rice

    Seafood Bar & Grill - I couldn't decide between the calamari and the seared poke for the island salad  and Donnie suggested getting both! Wow amazingly tasty!!

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    I couldn't decide between the calamari and the seared poke for the island salad and Donnie suggested getting both! Wow amazingly tasty!!

    Cheeky Tiki - tikibars - Updated July 2026

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