If you're looking for a place that truly transports you somewhere special, this is it. From the moment you walk in, you're completely immersed in a tropical tiki paradise. The atmosphere is incredible every detail makes you feel like you've escaped to an island getaway, creating a fun, relaxing, and unique dining experience. Between the amazing tiki-themed environment, the fun events, and the fresh, delicious food, this place is a true gem. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a unique dining experience and some of the best sushi around! read more

Kahuna Tiki Tu - Coconut shrimp skewers - Sushi Bars Near Me - Valley Village, California

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We've driven by this place so many times and didn't know what to expect on a last minute reservation for our daughter's birthday. We wanted something different and with a theme and said, "what the heck, let's give it a try." I'm so glad we did! When we walked in, the server acknowledged us right away, grabbed us and took us into the Jungle Bar area. My kids loooooved it. Dark with blue lighting and the tiki theme - it took us to another place! That's why all my pics came out blue. LOL. Trust me though, my food pics don't do them justice. It was delicious and so were the drinks! The drinks were stiff too! My type of party! We ordered the following food items: -Spam Musubi -Tempura Avo -California Cut Roll -Poutine (french fries topped with kalua pig & cheese) -Hawaiian Beef Short Ribs (with asparagus & rice) -Deep Deep Kahuna Fry Ice Cream For cocktails: -Brainkiller -Mai Tai The star of the show was definitely the Hawaiian short ribs, poutine and the avo tempura. The dipping sauces made for me on the avocado tempura. Yum! Overall, the service was fantastic. The gentleman (I wish I got his name!) who helped us was extremely attentive and always was checking in on us if we were ok or if we wanted to order anything else. Not only was he serving, but he was also making the drinks at the bar too! What a multitasker! We also had a special request for the deep fried ice cream to come with a candle so our daughter could blow it out and he did it for her. It made her day! My family was so happy to have tried this place and you should too! It's definitely an amazing experience and the food can't be beat. It's been added to our permanent rotation for us to eat. We can't wait to come back! read more

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This place seems super fun for a night out, but not when you're in a hurry. The food was tasty, but expensive and the service took forever. The portions aren't that big either. Everybody was super nice though. read more

I was incredibly surprised entering this place. The outside looks a bit rundown but once you enter through the doors, the whole world changes you immersed in TIKI. The divers suit in the center and the Easter Island Head really brings the ambiance to the tiki bar. To best describe this place - imagine a big time tiki collector wants to share all his prized tiki memorabilia. So come and enjoy this magnificent collection. The drinks are well made with my favorite being the Elvis. The food was delicious the chicken sandwich was one of the most flavorful ones I've had. The spices are different than your typical fried chicken sandos. The sushi was beautifully presented and not heavy on the rice. The locals only roll is a must have for the spam lovers. The service is friendly but can sometimes be slow due to having only 2 servers going around all the tables. All in all you'll be immersed with the ambiance and the live music that you it makes up for the slower service. read more

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What a fun place! Definitely has the tiki vibe! Drinks were great and every one of them had a Polynesian flavor- Mai tais, chi chis, etc;

Love this place is the best Sushi is amazing Drinks is amazing Food is top tier They have burlesque nights on Wednesday fabulous read more

Long overdue review (last summer!) but my friends and I were reminiscing about this place. We had wanted a special night out that evening. I had been dealing with some medical problems and needed to cancel a planned cruise so we thought -- TIKI, TROPICAL!! And this place fits the bill in terms of decor and vibe -- perfect. I don't drink but my friends do and they very much enjoyed their cocktails. And the service was attentive and lovely. So why one star? THE FOOD IS JUST AWFUL. We ordered sushi -- inedible, low-quality fish. Lots of fried foods. Nothing really special or inventive in our minds, sorry to say. Not high quality. The fried dishes were fine I guess, but deeply fried, almost a little TOO fried. Just a miss on the food in every way. But again, cocktails and vibe were on point so maybe a fun night out for those things but definitely NOT a great sushi joint or food experience. With Sushi Row just down the way -- go anywhere else for that -- NOT HERE. (sorry!) read more

I tried their burger recently and while it was good, there was very little meat. It was mostly fries and a bun. It's a bit pricey for what they offer. Cool decor and vibe though. read more

Kahuna Tiki Tu - Sushi Bars Near Me - Valley Village, California

This is my second visit and I came to enjoy the happy hour, which was excellent! We sat in the bar and enjoyed a couple of the signature cocktails and sushi rolls, all with happy hour prices. Our bartender was super friendly and helpful in choosing drinks and helped us to have really nice visit. The place has excellent decorations everywhere you look and it's fun just to see what is l lurking around the corner. Great second visit, I will be back for a third! read more

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Absolutely LOVE this place! I was fortunate to bring a small group to Kahuna Tiki Tu for my birthday and I was so happy I did. From the decor to the tasty menu items to the awesome drink selections, this place delivered on everything I was hoping for from a Tiki lounge! There plenty of seating in the many different dining areas. Additionally the bar(s) on the left side of the restaurant provide great options for those looking for drinks only. I did see the side room on the right being utilized but it looked like a dedicated space for larger groups. There also seemed to be some outdoor seating too facing the pool of the hotel. The food was a perfect compliment to the drinks were ordered. The fried rice packed plenty of flavor and the couple of rolls we had were awesome too. Based on the vibes the menu items are really conducive to sharing in a group. The Brainkiller and the mai tai were the drinks of choice for me. Great balance of tropical flavors and not watered down. Overall I really enjoyed my experience at Kahuna Tiki Tu. The day we went we happened into some live music as well. It was a great way to cap off my birthday! read more

Can't recommend this place. We were guests at the hotel. Walked in and were ignored. A patron stared at me until we left. Weird and uncomfortable. Take your money elsewhere read more

We ate here last night for the first time - some friends of ours love this place and wanted to share it with us. We were not disappointed! Walking in, you can't help but love the quirky, eccentric, overstuffed Tiki vibe. I recommend taking a few minutes just to look around and enjoy the decor. It was Wednesday, so they had a live jazz band. Megan, our server, was happy and bubbly and took great care of us throughout the evening. The drinks were amazing (I recommend the Majestic Mai Tai). The food was good...not great...but suited the vibe perfectly. Everything we tried was tasty and fresh. At some point during the evening, every employee came over to say hello and welcome us! Some other reviewers have mentioned the slow/poor service. To them, I say go to your corporate restaurant where they try to turn tables as quickly as possible! These folks are NOT interested in getting you in and out to seat another table. They want you to enjoy your evening and stay awhile. It's just like you are in Hawaii at a local restaurant! We can't wait to go back! read more

Kahuna Tiki Tu - Great decor! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Valley Village, California

Located right next to a hotel, this spot was okay. Do beware that the prices here are definitely on the higher end of what you might think. I went with the skirt steak plate and it was pretty good. The drink I ordered was called a Pineapple Pucker, the first few sips was bland up until I really got to the bottom where the alcohol was at, drink itself was not too bad. Service was good, the ambience was great, a little darker inside for my liking simply cause just seeing the menu was rough so do be prepared to use the flashlight on your phone read more

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Ambiance good food and the water was great nice and refreshing. I would like to give a shout out to the servers here and the chefs. Good job people keep up the good work. This is David Bravo and Miss Maria say bye. read more

Kahuna Tiki Tu - Late date night with this hot chick fuck yeah let's party - Sushi Bars Near Me - Valley Village, California

Awesome place for great (free, no cover) entertainment. Hint, be sure to know and order what you want to eat & drink before the show, once it starts, it's really not possible to order during the show. The Burlesque Show was the perfect fun for our Anniversary night out. Concerned about the food at this kitchy Polynesian venue? Don't worry. Got in the mood with a Blue Hawaiian, and Kok Island We tried the Surfin' Duke's Nachos, surprisingly good & fun -Kalua Pig Sandwich, savory, not salty! -Fried Spam Grilled Cheese- perfection, cheesy, spam is a nice compliment, don't knock it, try it. OrderNext time: -Drunken Mussels, Garlic Poi Sticks, Shark's Eye, Fish on A Stick See Next time: -The Luau Show Kahuna Tiki was a fun night, transporting us to the islands, complete with a fun ambiance, good food, free entertainment. read more

We came here with a big group of friends on a Saturday night... with our kids. This place is a hidden gem - including live music, delicious food and great service. It has a fun tiki vibe and is great for groups or a fun date night. Easy parking in the street. read more

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What a great find! The service was exceptional -- friendly, attentive, and welcoming. Paulette was so energetic with a great attitude. The food was excellent. We tried the Big Kahuna Salad, which was loaded with fresh, generous pieces of sashimi and absolutely delicious. The seared tuna burger was amazing, and the Reef Pasta was really good as well. They also had live music -- a one-man show that added a relaxed island vibe to the evening. I'll definitely be back and highly recommend this place read more

Kahuna Tiki Tu - Big kahuna salad - Sushi Bars Near Me - Valley Village, California

I spotted a Tiki Market Place event going off and that's what led me to this gem. They hold a marketplace once a month. So after my perusing the outside vendors we headed inside to partake in some libations. We sat in the bar area and let me you the vibe was vibing! It was full on Tiki decor and I was there for it. They offer both food and drinks but I was there for a couple of Painkillers and they did not disappoint! Their drinks are yummy, potent and perfectly executed! My husband had a few appetizers and he enjoyed them. Next time I go I'm going to make sure I have an appetite. The staff deserve their own paragraph. It's a family run business and they are all just lovely. There's not just one person waiting on you. They all check in on you but they don't do it in a pushy way...like they want you to keep adding to the bill or are rushing you out. If you haven't been you must. I know I'll be going back and as I'm typing this I think my next visit will probably be this weekend. read more

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This larger location has a great retro Tiki feel, the food is very good and the drinks were both fun to look at and delicious!

Went to Kahuna Tiki Tu and had an awesome time. The food was seriously good - fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The drinks were on point too, perfectly made! Megan took great care of us and really made the night better. She was friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect from start to finish. I honestly wish I could rate this place 10 stars because that's what it deserves. Definitely coming back and highly recommend! read more

Pretty and fun themed, I felt they were a little under staffed with COVID going on. But service was good and food was okay! Not a very fancy place but definitely fun dine in experience. read more

Unfortunately, the smell of the restaurant when we first arrived was off putting. It smelled kind of stale, moldy, like a bar from the 1970's. The decor is kind of tacky and definitely dusty. The food was not tasty at all, the various dishes that we had, chicken, beef, macaroni salad, etc., was just smothered with sweet sauces, not a hint of it tasting Hawaiian at all. The prices were exorbitant in comparison to the portion sizes, you only got a handful of each item. Lastly, we ordered Pina Colada's for almost $15.00 each and they were so watered down, not a remote taste of alcohol and the cream tasted like it was borderline expired. There is no parking attached to the restaurant. You're going to have to drive around for a while to find street parking. We just can't find a single good thing to say about the food or drinks. However, the waitress was very friendly and the food and drinks were served fast, but that's because it was practically empty. The live entertainment was really fun, it was a Cabaret act. It's not the worst restaurant, my friends and I did have a great time just being together. We all really wanted to love this place because we love theme restaurants, but with the prices being so high, the portions so tiny and the food being so sweet and practically inedible, we just can't recommend to anyone. read more

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Atmosphere: 5/5 Service (Wife/Waitress): 1/5 Food: 2/5 I really wanted to love this tiki bar because the atmosphere is truly 5/5. The bar side looks great, the décor is fun, and it has all the vibes you'd hope for. Honestly, the bar area feels much nicer than the dining side, so I'd recommend sticking to drinks if you visit. Unfortunately, the service was the biggest disappointment, especially since this was our first time there. We called ahead to check if we needed a reservation and were told we didn't. When we arrived, there was no one at the hostess stand. After waiting a few minutes, another couple walked in and a man, who we later realized was the owner, seated us, but simply pointed to a table. We didn't mind heading over ourselves, but it set the tone for the night. His wife, who seemed to be the main waitress, wiped down the table but didn't leave menus. After waiting more than five minutes, we had to flag her down just to get the menu. The moment she handed them to us, she immediately asked, "You're ready to order?" We had literally received the menus one second earlier. When I said we needed a moment, she sighed with an "aww" and acted annoyed, as if we were the ones taking too long. She also overshared quite a bit, more than we needed to know as first-time visitors, and it made the experience awkward. The rain caused her other restaurant to close etc, all within the first few minutes of interaction. I only ordered one roll, and the food was about 2/5. Not terrible, but definitely nothing I'd come back for. Most importantly: be aware of the 3% credit card fee. We paid cash, but still noticed we were charged the 3%. When I asked about it, she made an excuse about someone else giving us the change, even though she was the one who handed it to us. She eventually said, "I'll give you back the 85 cents," but it's not about the 85 cents. It's the principle, and customers should not be charged a credit card fee when paying with cash. After I asked about the 3% charge, she made excuses about needing to pay credit card fees, even though we paid cash and should not have been charged anything extra. On top of all that, she spoke extremely loudly, which completely threw off the relaxed tiki vibe. It was such a bizarre experience from start to finish. Another truly bizarre thing was when she took our cash and immediately asked, "How much should I bring back?" I'm used to giving the payment, receiving the change, and then deciding the tip privately, not being asked out loud, in front of other guests and nearby tables. It was uncomfortable and very unprofessional. Another note: After she handed back the 85 cents (she returned a dollar), she added, "I know you haven't had the greatest experience," and then went on to explain that she doesn't pay herself and relies on tips, as if we should feel sorry for her or adjust our tip out of pity, despite everything that had happened. It felt inappropriate and added even more discomfort to an already awkward situation. To make things even stranger, the couple seated behind us received three sushi orders after I had already finished my roll, that's like 8 pieces of sushi even though they ordered at least 20 minutes before me. The whole flow of service felt completely off. Such a bizarre experience! Overall, great ambiance, but the service and transparency need major improvement. I'd come back for the atmosphere and maybe a drink at the bar, but not for dinner and definitely not for the service, definitely not the wife waitress. She should let others be the server. read more

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Great vibe with wonderful drinks and food. Get the sweet potato tots and a Majestic MaiTai.

So glad we came across this restaurant! The ambiance is perfect and the food is the BEST I've found from a tiki bar. The drinks are also delicious! We've gone back multiple weekends and are just so happy to find this place! read more

Great Great Great Over 50 crafted exotic cocktails Amazing sushi and unbelievable hawiian inspired menu. The Tsunami and Lobster Mac are standouts in an incredibly well done menu. And the place is a true Tiki Palace with wall to wall art from local, and Hawaiian artists, a magnificent curated collection and live entertainment nightly from burlesque to live jazz read more

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Great food, wonderful service these people know how to take care of us. Great spirit forward drinks! Fantastic music level so we can talk but enjoy surfing exotica read more

Kahuna Tiki Tu - Inside dining room - Sushi Bars Near Me - Valley Village, California

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Very excellent sushi and Hawaiian inspired food. There is always something going on here, shows, bands, etc. My spot for Sushi twice a month. read more

Ate here with friends. We wanted to try something new and found this place. Food was really enjoyable and sushi was great! Drink menu is very fun and we had live Hawaiian style music the night we were there. At one point we all thought we were in some version of the Tiki Room from Disneyland. I guess it changes weekly. Looks like it could really be fun later in evening. We will be back. Very fun meal! read more

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Though the ambiance and entertainment were great, I will not come back here. Service was extremely poor. I'm very confused why the owner is working as a server. Also, they have no bussers and definitely not enough waiters. We sat at our table for over 25 minutes without waters and our drinks took about 35 minutes to arrive. I had to flag down the waitress and she and the other staff promptly threw bartenders under the bus. But nanoseconds after I checked on our drinks, they were on the table. Our meal took forever. We were starving by the time it came. The food was just fine. Not bad, not amazing. I think if this place doesn't adjust its approach to service, it will shut down. read more

My family and I were staying in the hotel next to the restaurant. We are from Hawaii and we just wanted a few drinks that were close. It made sense to go to the bar right next to our hotel especially since it was Hawaii themed. When we first entered it was dark and filled with "Hawaii" themed decorations which was great because it really gave a tourists point of view of Hawaii. We sat at the bar with a large group because we wanted to drink. We ordered one round of shots and were checked out. We tipped 20% which was standard but continued to order drinks and kept the tab open. The bartender (Blake) was amazing and we drank close to 6-7 rounds of shots with him and he was extremely friendly and helpful. We were about to check out but wanted to come back. While he left to get our check the manager (Her name started with an M) came up to us and asked if everything was alright. We said yes everything is amazing and she said "oh ok well I usually check on tables that leave low tips" in which she was referring to our first closed check ($112) but our current tab was ($400). I understand asking us about how everything is going....but to say it's based off how we tipped before we closed our next check and in the rude tone she asked was very unprofessional. It's almost like she's trying to pressure us to leave a bigger tip. Myself and my other cousins worked in industry before and understand the hustle but this was out of pocket. Especially since we planned to tip Blake a generous tip because of his amazing work and service with our group. Not to say 20% on our first check was a low tip.... But that was not low. She was very unprofessional and it ruined our groups experience. Luckily Blake brought us back after we closed our second check and we ended up spending another $500 in drinks and food he convinced us to try which was all great. Our group had a good time and want to shoutout Blake for his help and outstanding service. The manager...needs to do better. If you don't work in industry you shouldn't be managing people in it. It's really kills a business to out the wrong people in charge. Thank you to Blake for his patience and outstanding service. We had our doubts about the restaurant but Blake made it all the better. My rating is sadly based off the managers service because I have never encountered that in my 10+ years of serving/bartending/managing. read more

We had a great time at Kahuna Tiki Tu! Great vibes, great drinks, great service! We enjoyed the sushi rolls, too. Will definitely be back.

I went to Kahuna Tiki on Sunday for dinner and a show . I travel to Hawaii often and have to say, this place did not disappoint in comparison . The dancers were beautiful and their show was very entertaining and authentic. They had traditional and modern numbers in their performance and I was not expecting that kind of quality at this place. I was even called up to dance. Such great and inviting energy ! The fire at the end was my favorite part. What a memorable night! I will definitely bring friends and come back on another show night. I thought The poke I got was a bit too pricy at first, but changed my mind once I tried it. It was So flavorful, I found myself rating it higher than a lot of the top competitor's Poke at the festival in Kauai I attended this year. The service was impressive since I noticed only one gal covering all of the tables . Please give her a raise! I love how every part of Kahuna Tiki Tu makes for a nice photo op ! I was really digging the lights and color inside . Just being there is entertaining and stimulating enough ! I would go there just for the atmosphere , I would go there just for the food , and I would go there just for the awesome Show. This place had all three! I had a great time read more