Talk about being transported to a Polynesian wonderland in the center of Highland Park. Lucky Tiki…read moredoes exactly that with the ambiance and detailed decor. I came with my buddy after a Dodger game and even though we lost the game, we were able to drown our sorrows with delicious tropical cocktails in unique and fun glassware adorn by elaborate garnishes. The service was also first class. Our bartender, Jo, was not only attentive but a great conversationalist who gave us great recommendations on which drinks to choose. Needless to say we had a wonderful time and really enjoyed ourselves after a difficult loss.

5 stars for the vibe and ambiance, 4 stars for the drinks, and 3 1/2 stars for the food…read more You ring a bell on the outside of this speakeasy attached to Highland Park Bowl and wait for someone in a Hawaiian shirt to come get you. You enter and are immediately transported into a tiki-like hut that's small and intimate. They have a wide selection of drinks, all served in a unique and fun glass. Many of the drinks have a "flame" element to them with makes it kitschy, though the prices for cocktails were on the higher side. Favorite drink of the night was a Painkiller. The food was ok. We got the soup dumplings (4 stars, much spicier than I expected), the crab rangoons (3 1/2 stars) and the Hawaiian Pizza (3 stars -- this was rather small and lacked seasoning) The service was great! Our primary server was fun, personable and definitely was having a good time. This is the perfect spot to grab a drink or two before moving on to game of bowling, or to grab dinner at one of the many spots in Highland Park. Thanks for a fun time Lucky Tiki, we had a blast!

If you're a true tiki enthusiast, Tiki-Ti is an absolute must-visit. Open since 1961, this…read morelegendary landmark on Sunset Boulevard is one of the oldest and most iconic tiki bars in the world, serving up an authentic tiki experience that's unlike anywhere else. The atmosphere is incredible, the décor is packed with vintage tiki charm, and the vibe is everything you'd hope for--fun, welcoming, and full of history. Yes, there's usually a line to get in, but it's 100% worth the wait. Every drink is expertly crafted, and you can tell there's a passion for the tradition behind every pour. We tried Ray's Mistake, Toro, and my personal favorite, the Ooga Booga--each one was unique, potent, and absolutely delicious. From the legendary cocktails to the phenomenal tiki décor and unforgettable ambiance, Tiki-Ti is the kind of place that keeps you coming back. Whether you're a longtime tiki fan or experiencing tiki culture for the first time, this iconic Sunset Boulevard landmark is an experience you don't want to miss. Five stars!

The best Tiki bar I have ever been lucky enough to visit. It is the one of the OGs of tiki and…read moreconsidered the 8th wonder of the world in my book. Pro tip: Arrive 30 minutes early before they open to secure a seat at the bar and order the Ooga Booga.

My girl friend lives in Burbank so this is frequently part of our rotation. The ambiance and…read moretheming is fun, the tropical drinks are great, and they have a pretty substantial food menu compared to other tiki bars I've been to. I generally gravitate towards the fish tacos and either get tots or onion rings. Their ranch is amazing - really creamy and herby. And I always start with a mai tai before moving onto something stronger like a Zombie. The last time we went it was so packed we had to sit at the low-top part of the bar which was kind of like being at the kids table when everyone else is towering around you, but we didn't mind. I wish I could remember our bartender's name, but he was really attentive. The service there, in my experience, has always been good. Anyway - I've been here many, many times over the years but have never left a review, so I decided I needed to change that. I'm glad this place continues to do well (it's almost always busy when I'm there) - I will continue to spread the good word and bring new people there. :)

Absolutely love Broken Compass Tiki Bar! The vibes are amazing, fun, lively, and such a great…read moreatmosphere. Monica makes the experience even better. She is friendly and genuinely fun to talk to. And she makes the BEST Chupacabra drink! Seriously, if you go, ask for Monica and have her make you one. She absolutely nailed it. Great drinks, amazing energy, and even better service. Highly recommend Broken Compass, and especially Monica! We'll definitely be back.

This is a secret LA experience not to be missed!! Tucked…read moreabove the Tail o'the Pup hot dog restaurant, this place is a treasure of a tiki hideaway waiting to be discovered. The secret entrance is a ton of fun and the ambience is dark and mysterious and transports you to a land far away, all while not leaving LA. The drinks are spectacularly delicious and innovative. There is a theme (and entire experience) to each drink. The food is likewise excellent. The hot dogs from Tail o'the Pup are some of the best in the city and you can order directly from the downstairs hot spot, or order from the tailored menu to fit the tiki theme. The wait staff was super attentive. This is a great date spot or somewhere to come with friends. Just remember to book your reservations on Resy and then check the website for knowledge on how to get into the secret entrance. This is a top experience in LA!

This has become one of our go to spots before going out to Pantages for our season tickets--enough…read morethat the bartenders called us regulars last time. I love a tiki bar (usually a wine drinker, but a dry martini or a good tiki drink, will speak to me at times!) and this place does not disappoint. Service is easy and the vibes are so fun. They have fun gimmicky drinks (Captain's Inner Circle!) and the old stand bys (exceptional Mai Thai.) The decor is also so fun (Jim Morrison's old studio) and you can order hot dogs from downstairs. Only reason they aren't 5 stars? They implement seating time limits, even when it's not super busy. I 100% understand they have to have turnover, but I would gladly pay a little extra, to hold a longer reservation! Street parking, but don't drive...get a driver or a Waymo!

Love this tiki bar!! The decor and ambiance are great with a mid-century modern flair. The Exotica…read moremusic was the perfect compliment to the tiki atmosphere. We ordered off the brunch menu and enjoyed our food. Johnny was an awesome server and took excellent care of us! Bartender Dominique made a delicious Jet Pilot, one of the best I've had. Also enjoyed the tasty Ghost Ship Grog. Will definitely return to Tiki Kai!

Just had an amazing meal here! We LOVE tiki and we're hard on evaluating cocktails- but everything…read moreexceeded our expectations! We've been missing the MonkeyPod Mai Tai from Hawaii. Now we now we have a SoCal option! It was the exact replica! Our waiter, Koa, was fantastic. We'll definitely be coming back the next time we bike down to Hermosa.

This place is really cute and the food was really good. The workers were really nice.read more

This was my second time at Bella's Beach House. Overall, the food was decent, but the atmosphere…read moreand vibes were definitely the highlight. We ordered a variety of cut rolls and sashimi, along with the truffle fries, which were delicious. The drinks were also really good. Service was okay nothing bad, but nothing that really stood out either. Overall, it's a nice spot with a great atmosphere. I'd come back if I'm in the neighborhood, but I probably wouldn't go out of my way to come here.

LOVE!!! I have driven past Tonga Hut for YEARS and kept forgetting to visit but finally planned a…read morenight to celebrate my friend's birthday and omg what fun!! It's smaller than I expected with more outdoor seating than indoor, so be aware during summer time and I'd recommend mosquito repellent! We did not make a reservation (I do recommend if you want indoor seating on busy nights) but we came at 4 pm and got a table that was reserved at 9 pm so we got to sit until we left that table at ~8:30 pm. We loved the indoor tiki decor and thought the whole vibe of the place was so cute and charming and we did appreciate some of the other customers who dressed up in Tiki style clothing as well. We did get dropped off/picked up but there's theoretical street parking out front for your DD (drink responsibly!!). They had a summer drinks special menu and we got the TBD and the Pure Imagination, I preferred the pure imagination. But our absolute favorite drink was the Nutty Chi Chi, a vodka blend on a classic Piña Colada! They don't serve food themselves but there is a taco stand out back after ~6pm that takes cash + card (card fee!) and will drop off food to your table. Such a fun night and looking forward to coming around again!

Tonga hut is a fun casual time. Known for being the oldest tiki bar in LA, it serves up some great…read moredrinks at good prices. We sat outside and reserved a large area for my brother's birthday. It was great to line up and get drinks inside. The bartenders work quickly but efficiently, all of my drinks were very good. There is a taco stand right outside of the Tonga Hut and they will bring tacos into the back area if you order through them. It was a really really fun time. My brother loved tiki bars so this was very on brand for him

Cool little dive bar with a great DJ and a fun atmosphere! The dance floor is very small, but…read morethat's pretty typical for a dive bar. It gets packed quickly, and the tables fill up fast, so definitely keep that in mind. The decorations are super cute and fit the vibe perfectly. They also play movies on the TVs, which was a cool little touch to have playing in the background. Overall, it was a great time and a fun night out with friends!

I'm really glad this place has been around as long as it has and survived the wild Covid fiasco. I…read morefeel like the bar vibes novelty has worn off and wish there was a little more lean to the mermaid vibes besides the tiki-light/one active window action. The drinks are not really like super bad ass craft cocktails. But are priced like one. The service is less than "okay"; I recently came here around 9pm and it wasn't that busy and there were 4 women behind the bar and none of felt welcoming - the crowd was fun but my friend didn't want to stay because she thought the bartenders seemed miserable. (And note, selfwareness check: we all have bad days, but all 4 seemed icky so we figured we'd stop contributing to said offense and took our money elsewhere). Anyway, over all, to sum it up: nice enough bar- overall on a bit of a decline, and wouldn't call it my fave bar even after all these years.

Pacific Seas is one of my favorite spots in DTLA-the vintage tiki ambiance is unreal, and it's so…read morecool knowing the original concept actually inspired Walt Disney when he created the Enchanted Tiki Room! The whole place makes you feel like you've stepped into another world, and the hula dancing shows throughout the night make the vibe even better. We went on a trivia night, had absolute blast, and even ended up winning first place!

Sorry folks, place is closed. Went all the way up to the door but nothing doin'. Looked like it…read morecould have been awesome.

Came during a weekend night. Found street parking a block away…read more Got in at 9:30pm with no wait, no cover charge. There were a few people inside. We got the Poet's Dream for $16 and El Camino for $16. Both drinks were really strong and tasted pretty good. The El Camino was very similar to an old fashioned. Felt the drinks were good for the price. They start the music at 10pm. There a line forming outside by 10pm. They let people upstairs shortly after the music started. We were able to sit on the couch upstairs. The place got packed really fast. Unfortunately, it got really hot. We left at 11:30pm and saw that the line reached the Hill Street.

Have come here twice for Mahjong nights (hosted on Mondays), both times have been such a wonderful…read moreexperience! My friend surprised me and bought me a birthday shot last night, it was really good! He said he ordered us green tea shots! Very flavorful, sweet, and kinda strong too (but maybe that's because we were both running on lowk empty stomachs haha). They also always have water dispensers stationed on both floors :) The security guard (bouncer?) is friendly, always offering greetings as you enter and leave There's plenty of restroom stalls (two private ones downstairs, a larger one with a BEAUTIFUL fountain sink & full body mirror upstairs) Vibes are immaculate! Low lighting, background music, plenty of seating Highly recommend!