This place was a random pick for us but gotta say it was so good!! The waitress we had was very kind, straightforward, and attentive. The ambiance of the restaurant is one of a kind all the details and designs are so intricate and it doesn't just stop at the decor, the food came out picture perfect and tasted better than it looked even. I will be returning to this place with my family!! 10/10 read more

We started our night with the Spam Mushubi appetizer which was delicious! Our waiter, Kaleb, and our buss boy, Asa, were very friendly and helpful with recommending some amazing food! We had the Big Kahuna bowls and my son had the Surf and Turf bowl. The food was fresh, tasty, and exceeded our expectations! The bar tender, Ben, was very friendly and the ambiance made us feel like we were on a vacation in Hawaii! Finally, our dessert came! Holy smokes! We ordered the chocolate toffee mousse cake with coconut gelato. We pretty much devoured that in no time :) Thank you to the Surf City staff for a spectacular dining experience. read more

Unfortunately I have to give this place 3 stars. The tiki atmosphere is cool and the food was pretty good overall, but there were a few things that missed for me. We ordered 4 drinks and 3 of them were extremely strong to the point where they were basically just tequila on the rocks. One of the drinks was actually really good, so it seemed inconsistent more than anything. The food itself tasted good and the bowls were more unique than the typical hawaiian options in the area, but the portions were relatively small for the price. The waitress was super nice though and definitely made the experience better. Compared to Undertow nearby, this place just doesn't quite reach the same level in my opinion. read more

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Nice atmosphere, nice people working the bar and other employees around. I ordered the Pork Belly Bahn Mi, Island Agave drink, Church Music pint and house tequila. It was all good and I did enjoy the experience. However, when the bill came it was $60.00 including the tip. While good food, service, and atmosphere is key to a good experience, the price point is a bit high for what was ordered. Maybe I'll give the place another chance and go at Happy hour. read more

Surf City Tiki Hut - Island agave - Tiki Bars Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

Oh man! What a gem! What turned into a random date night...turned into a fantastic Tiki Tuesday date night! They offer a great happy hour selection with a plethora of appetizers and classic tiki cocktails on HH. What sets this tiki bar apart from UnderTow is the food. Omg the food was delicious. We ordered the spam musubi--honestly the best food item we ordered. It was soooooo yummy! Perfect amount for 2 people...we wanted more! The fiancé ordered the Loco Moco--he said it was good but a tad bit salty. I ordered the kimchi fried rice--it was really good but I was left feeling like it was missing something spice wise. We both plan on coming back and trying more food items so TBD. The cocktails.... They were everything and more from a tiki cocktail you would expect. I love the homage to the classics and I am not talking the 3 big heavy hitters (Mai tai, pain killer, hurricane) they had the Scorpion and the 3 Dots and Dash (my personal favorite) among a few more. I tried their SkallyWag because I am a bourbon snob--it was so good! We also ordered the Lotus (a strong sipper), Hurricane, Ali' i Nui, Blue Hawaii, and 3 Dots and Dash. All amazing! We have been to Strong Water, UnderTow, and Tropic Thunder--this place holds its own when it comes to cocktails. The vibe, ambiance, and the music all come together for a relaxing vacation feel...even on a random Tuesday night. The service was great. The GM even came by to introduce himself. Great experience overall! We will be back for sure! Come check this place out! read more

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Very authentic Hawaiian fare. Great staff, service, atmosphere and food. Very well organized selection of appetizers, drinks and food. The general manager Chris introduced himself as well as several staff and our waitress Lauren Definitely a place to tryout and enjoy the relaxed vibes. We will definitely be back! read more

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Stopped in for happy hour. Drinks were delicious. Painkiller was my fave. Coconut shrimp was very good...was wishing I had more of the pineapple jam. Wings are huge and tender and a little spicy and delicious! We also shared a Big Kahuna Bowl with rice, beef bulgogi, edamame, cucumber, picked ginger, crunch onions, honey wasabi and spicy mayo. Added little soy sauce. It was amazing! Bartender was so helpful. read more

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What an amazing atmosphere SCTH has sculpted! From the incredible decor/ambiance, the phenomenal and knowledgeable service, to of course the amazing food and drinks! Surf City Sandwich Shop was already one of our favorite spots to enjoy yummy food in a welcoming atmosphere. Now, Surf City Tiki Hut is establishing itself as one of our favorite DATE NIGHT/DAY spots! I am gluten-free, and the server was so helpful and determined to help me find something new and yummy, aside from an always delicious sandwich. We opted for the Big Kahuna bowl with Black Cod, and it did not disappoint!  I loved that there were also GF/DF options for dessert (yummm, gelato :)!  Thank you, Surf City Tiki Hut, for a great place to visit and escape, ANY TIME of the week! We look forward to visiting MANY more times! read more

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The food is really good every time, but we had a bad experience with customer service. After ordering directly from their website using Toast one of our orders did not arrive with the delivery. When I made a comment to the Toast email regarding this I received the message to call the store directly. The first person I talked to wanted to help but she didn't really know how. She went to talk to a manager or something but didn't mute the phone. He said we were probably lying about the missing item anyway and that we had to contact door dash. He then got on the phone and told me he didn't know what toast was even though it's linked to their company website. All this to say, they refunded me but dang dude it was such a bad customer service encounter. read more

Surf City Tiki Hut - Tiki Bars Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

Ordered the key lime pie. I would have thought for $11 it would have been bigger. It was so small. read more

Surf City Tiki Hut - Tiki Bars Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

The cocktails are so good! If you know tiki drinks, you know... they are rightfully strong and adventurous. Don't come in expecting syrupy, grenadine infused, corporate cocktails. The food is good too! Their Hawaiian wings with Korean bbq sauce can stand up to any Korean restaurant! Get them!!! My hubs orders coconut shrimp every time he sees them - these rank up there with some of the best we've had - great coconut flavor in the batter, not just pieces of coconut. The potstickers and dipping sauce were tasty and cooked perfectly. My son said the smash burger is better than most he's tried. The servers and bartenders are super-friendly and seem knowledgeable and answered all our questions. We'll be back to keep working thru the cocktail and food menu! Nice to have a tiki bar with good food. read more

Surf City Tiki Hut - We brought our own tiki mugs and ordered Mai tais. They have tiki drinks in mugs you can buy. - Tiki Bars Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

This place has had a serious glow-up -- and I mean that in the best possible way. What used to be a casual sandwich stop has fully transformed into a sit-down restaurant with a full island menu and a Hawaiian/tiki vibe that absolutely delivers. From the moment you walk in, you're transported: carved wood, colorful lanterns, cozy booths, surfy decor, and just the right amount of playful kitsch. It feels fun, intentional, and honestly kind of magical. The food? So. Good. Every dish we had was flavorful, fresh, and thoughtfully done -- the kind of island-inspired comfort food that makes you want to keep ordering "just one more thing." Nothing felt rushed or half-baked. You can tell they put real care into the menu. And let's talk drinks for a second -- because WOW. The cocktails were beautiful, balanced, and fun without being gimmicky. Perfectly on-theme and dangerously easy to drink. Service was friendly and welcoming, the space is great for both date night and groups, and the whole experience felt like a mini vacation without leaving town. Bottom line: this is not just a sandwich place anymore -- it's a destination. If you haven't been since the change, go back ASAP. And if you've never been? Start here. read more

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Met some friends here for drinks and food. The drinks were tasty and strong, just the way tiki drinks should be. Lots of traditional drinks with great rum choices. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was great. Others commenting on the prices likely don't realize quality ingredients and booze cost money. The service was awesome. The place is small, with only about ten tables and the bar, but it didn't feel cramped. This is a great little spot we'll definitely check out again. read more

We were really looking forward to celebrating my husband's birthday (who loves all things Hawaii) last Saturday night, but unfortunately, our experience was far from what we had hoped for. The evening started with an unorganized reservation system that set the tone for the night. Despite having a reservation for the same time as another couple, when we arrived, the chaos began. While we were waiting to be seated, the staff seemed overwhelmed. A gentleman who was helping us momentarily walked away, and in that short time, the manager approached us. To our surprise, he assumed we had already been helped and proceeded to give the last booth to the couple who came in after us. This left us with a cramped two-seater table against the wall, which felt incredibly uninviting for what was meant to be a special date night. When I addressed the situation with the manager, I was met with an argumentative and unprofessional demeanor. Instead of offering a solution or showing empathy for our disappointment, he talked over me and insisted that the two-seater table was reserved for those with reservations, as if that made the situation any better. It was frustrating, especially since we don't have many opportunities to enjoy a night out due to our young child at home. It's important for the owners to be aware of their manager's behavior when dealing with customers. The lack of professionalism and understanding in handling our situation overshadowed what should have been a joyful celebration. I hope they can improve their reservation system and customer service to ensure that others don't leave feeling as disappointed as we did. read more

LOVE this place!! The service is literally AMAZING!!! We were greeted at the door and sat immediately. The bartender was so fun and sweet. Drinks and food were so good. 10/10 recommend this place! read more

Surf City Tiki Hut - Bar - Tiki Bars Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

Such a cute tiki vibe and decorations. We arrives at the hostess station around 5:30 and one party was ahead of us and wanted to sit inside. We wanted to sit outside and the hostess told us that because they have a small kitchen she had to wait 5 minutes to seat us. How crazy is that!! People order at different times, I really wanted to sit and have a beer. She waited a few minutes and then sat us (including us there were only 3 groups on the patio. Jake was our waiter and he was great. Most of the menu is priced reasonable but I felt the price of the Mahi Mahi sandwich of $25 was a bit much. The seafood special of grilled salmon was $35 and also seemed a bit pricey. I ordered the ahi poke bowl ($19) and my husband go the grilled shrimp Big Kahuna bowl ($18) you could pick your toppings for the Big Kahuna bowls.....and if you want pickled jalapeños it's $1.50 extra!! A bit much for jalepenos!! Our food came quickly and both were delicious!! Plenty of ahi and I loved the spicey aioli. They also have a happy hour. I'll definitely go back, I want to try the Hawaiian hot wings!! read more

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As a San Diegan, let me just say...I felt at home in this place immediately. I love this vibe completely. And they making it even better! Chris, who was working the front counter, told us all about it. Tiki Diablo is going to be designing it into a tiki hut, and I'm so here for it. I was already obsessed with their tiki mug area, and now I'm even more hyped to see it all come together. Chris was amazing -- super personable, brought us a beer to try without us even asking, and took time to chat with us. He even said he'd check out Undertow with us since we haven't been yet. The energy and hospitality here are just different in the best way. And then there's the food...11 out of 10. My girlfriend always gets the Mr. Natural; the veggies are crisp, cold, and super fresh every single time, and the sprouts make it even better. I've had the Italiano, which I thought couldn't be topped... until I tried the Vulcan. That sandwich was unreal. I swapped the Asiago for a French roll and it was game over. Next up for me: the Green Chile Philly and the Southwest Vegan Wrap. Everything coming out of that kitchen looks fire. We also grabbed a Pizza Port beer, repping San Diego right and the cups were ice cold. I love walking into a freezing cold restaurant when it's 110° outside, and they nailed that. Cold beer, cold cups, cold AC -- perfection. This spot is it, the food, the people, the vibe -- they get every detail right. Jeff and the crew are leveling up something that's already incredible, and I'll be coming back again and again. Gilbert doesn't even know what's about to hit. Total gem. read more

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Almost drove past because we were going somewhere else for lunch. Decided to stop here because it looks really cool! Honestly, great decor, vibes, drinks (fantastic!), and the food was great! Even the silverware, which is such a weird thing to notice, is really sturdy and themed! There was one thing that was a bummer- I received the wrong sandwich. However, I didn't notice until I was halfway through eating it because the sandwich was so good! Definitely will have to go back to get the sandwich that I originally wanted. My husband got the cubano and he said that that was excellent. Even though that was disappointing we are definitely going again! The food and drinks were great and the staff are excellent. read more

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Let's start with sweet Willow who took my call 20 minutes before close and let me know not to stress about not getting a sandwich if I was 10 minutes away. Haha she was so sweet and willing to take my order over the phone, but since this was our first visit I wanted to see the menu. She was patient and when I described the photo of the sandwich I had seen on Yelp, she knew exactly what I wanted and how I wanted it. The sandwich was fantastic! I have not found a sandwich like this one in the valley and I'm stoked to know where I can go now to feed the cravings. Also, I asked her to cut my daughter's sandwich in half at my convenience, and this sweet girl picked up EXACTLY what I was putting down and gave her brother who would eat the other half and gave him his own box and chips. Super thoughtful. The restaurant is perfecting facing east too so we were able to enjoy eating outside in the shade while our kids ran around and slammed their sandwiches. (The kids menu was awesome. So many options and very "let's move on from chicken nuggs and Mac and cheese" friendly but realistic.) Wonderful place! read more

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Wow, this is my second time eating at the new Tiki Hut - and I accidentally caught Happy Hour! Nice drink specials and apps. First time I had their Bahn Mi, and I had to have it again! It is so good! Their wait staff are prompt and attentive, and the decor has to be seen to believe. I recommend for a casual date night. Check them out! read more

What a gem we found tonight! The food was amazing, every single bite, the drinks were beyond fantastic, and if they ask you if you want the pineapple upside down cake don't say no. Our server was Ruthie, she took excellent care of us. Jared the manager came to check in us multiple times during Our visit. He was very personable and made our visit even better. We will absolutely be back, this cute little place is going into the regular rotation! Highly highly recommend! read more

We stopped by for a drink and dessert on a Saturday night and were warmly greeted by staff and management. The ambiance was definitely one of the best tiki bars i have been to: decoration and design are fun and superior quality. We tried three different drinks and all were crafted with quality ingredients and skill. My daughter tried her first Hurricane and loved it. It was fresh and bright. I had a Polynesian which had a great balance of fruity sweetness and alcohol: perfect late cocktail. The deserts were tasty and sharable. The key lime was perfectly balanced between citrus and sweetness. The double layer chocolate cake was moist, dark, and luscious. Chris the manager was attentive, knowledgeable, and inclusive. We highly recommend Surf City for a late night dessert and cocktail or a group dinner. read more

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Amazing service ! We had the coconut shrimp and Uncle Roy's BLT ! Will be coming back again

Great.staff, great atmosphere, the wings can't be beat and the Cuban sandwich is a must with pineapple. The Ahi tuna bowl was very good as well. Lots of great tiki drinks and the decor is well thought out and spacious. One of the brighter Tiki bars in town read more

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I was expecting a hokey fakey tiki bar but I was proven VERY wrong! The owner put a lot of effort into the authenticity of a poly / surf / tiki feel! Their specialty drinks were very good and pretty much on the spot. Food wise, we ordered the cubano diablo and the bread had a very nice buttery crunch to it and thier spam mushubi ..... well done guys, well done! I was very impressed that not only that it tasted very good but the nori was still crunchy when served ! Servers were very friendly and attentive and the owner Paul even took the time to visit our table to see how things were going. We sat outside which was nice but the decor inside ..... AWESOME! The booths were VERY nice and have a nice private feel to it. I definitely recommend this place for that nice ALOHA feel ! read more

Gluten free eater. They are making changes here and although I'll try it again, I wasn't a huge fan of the sandwich this time. They changed the homemade potato chips to fries that were heavily seasoned. They got rid of my favorite pesto chicken. I got the green chili Philly. Which was good but not as good as the pesto chicken. Still had gluten free bread. Overall it was okay. If I hadn't been here before I would likely not come as often in the future. But because I've enjoyed it as a sandwich shop I'll try it again. They are going through renovations and have things set up outside for take out only. read more

Disappointed in the recently reimagined spot. Decor is cute, but new menu items cannot compare to the old menu. Our side of fries was minimal 'maybe 17 fries. Both sandwiches had over cooked tough meat and not much of it. Husband liked his Loco Moco, but not enough to say we will be back. Service was poor and we had people passing our table, not checking on us and had to chase down someone to pay. Cost to quality is a miss.. We LOVED the old shop, Wish it hadn't changed. read more

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This is my current obsession. The service is always great. The Mr natural sandwich is sooooo fresh. All of the veggies are ice cold and delicious. I always sub for ghost pepper cheese and add jalapeños for some extra spice and that takes this sandwich over the edge. I can't wait to see their new remodel into a tiki style shop! It's going to look great. read more

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Surf city tiki bar is so cute! You can see all the cool tiki vibes in the pictures. Great outside sitting area as well as booths inside. They had unique cocktails...The mai tai was amazing and not super sweet.. one of the best I've ever had! The apps were all delicious and came out quick and together. Specially loved the crispy wings and habanero cheese tots. Staff were friendly.. entrees perfectly cooked. Large shrimp! Never had a bad sandwich here...def would recommend this place :-) read more

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First of all. The ambience. Amazing. Our server was so good and on top of everything and there were 7 of us ladies. And the food. I will be back, maybe once a week. Delicious. Many options. I cannot rave about this one enough. I am dreaming of my protein bowl. Visited 2/9/2026 6:30 pm. read more

We were looking for something different for dinner and were undecided until I said I wanted a hot sandwich. We Yelped nearby places and after looking at menus, decided to come here. What a treasure of a place. The manger was absolutely amazing. So friendly, personable, funny, easy to talk to and knowledgeable of the menu. I loved my Cubano sandwich. Definitely at the top of the list. I will definitely come back to try out a different sandwich. I can't wait. You have to give this place a try. You will not be disappointed!! read more

Surf City Tiki Hut - Chipotle Chicken Melt - Tiki Bars Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

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Do you ever take a bite and think, man I really want to go surf right now? This was my experience. I went on a chilly cloudy day which reminded me of the SoCal winter vibe in the beach and I ordered a hot chicken chipotle club with a less spicy cheese substitute. The woman who took my order recommended it since I didn't want a super spicy experience. She was so friendly with her recommendations. The hot Vulcan mind melt which was satisfying but could have maybe had a little more sauce and flavor. Overall the prices were high as well like it was 2$ to add avacado to my sandwich, but it's a good place to take someone to impress or if you're feeling in the beach mood. Will be coming back for sure! There are utensils and water cups available whenever so I love when businesses have that out. The bathrooms are also one stall and very clean and accessible. read more

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We loved the Polynesian decor, a surprise in Arizona! The food and drinks were delicious starting with Happy Hour drinks and appetizers, followed by several full course meals that we shared to enjoy as much as possible in one dining experience. Food was fresh and beautifully presented. The staff was very service oriented and eager to please. We also enjoy their sister restaurant, Surf City Sandwich, in Soquel CA, near Santa Cruz CA. There is always a line up for their delicious sandwiches. read more

Excellent sandwiches! Nice variety to menu! Excellent and personable service from Chris! Worth the trip! read more

Surf City Tiki Hut - I'll give you a hint - not Star Wars.... - Tiki Bars Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

I yearned for the ocean today, for the beachside in San Diego. But I couldn't go, so I tried this place, and it definitely brought me there. The theme walking in tricks your brain into thinking you're in California and that you'll step back out that door to the beachside. With an ocean coast ambiance. The service is delightful, everyone I've encountered has been super friendly and upbeat. The sandwiches, I love, I've only tried a few, but the flavors do not disappoint. I love the sprouts in the turkey sandwich I got, it was fresh and earthy. I think there's a lot to this place, definitely coming back again. 10/10 read more

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The bread was so soft. Veggies were fresh. Fries were crispy and had perfect seasoning. read more

Surf City Tiki Hut - Mr. Natural - Tiki Bars Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

Totally caught off guard with how epic this place has become. It started as my go-to sandwich shop in Gilbert but has transformed into a tropical paradise. I'm not kidding. When you step into Surf City Tiki Hut you feel like you've traveled 1000s of miles away to some far-flung South Seas Island lost in time. The decor, atmosphere and ambience are nothing short of enchanting. Think Disneyland level magical. The menu has changed and now includes more upscale dinner options but they retained several of their best sandwiches and award winning "barnacles" which if you haven't tried them are divine tater-tots drenched in a spicy cheese sauce with bacon bits sprinkled atop. They have added a full service bar with some of the most delicious cocktails I have ever tasted. They have all the best classic tiki drinks (mai tai, zombie, etc) along with several new concoctions. Their staff are top notch as well and I have really enjoyed the time I have spent sitting at the bar conversing with the bartenders. One of my favorite things to do is wander through the restaurant and look at all the amazing artifacts, art and stunning lamps. The place is absolutely filled from floor to ceiling with museum quality works of art. Even the wall behind the bar is incredible - it's the side of a ship with a unique underwater scene with all sorts of sea creature themed tiki mugs. You have to see it to believe it. I just cannot believe how lucky we are out here in Gilbert to have such an amazing place that you would expect to see in a more trendy area like Phoenix or Scottsdale. I cannot recommend this place any higher. Go check it out you will not be disappointed! read more

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So good oh my goodness I we got the "Green Chilly Philly" and their Caesar salad! The green chilly was amazing! I hope it's here to stay! Also got their house salad as a side which was a unique taste but so good! The customer service was superb, I love finding awesome small local businesses in town. I'm surprised I haven't been buy sooner! read more

The new look of Surf City was great. Very well done. We had the bowls and everything was fresh and delicious. The drinks were fun and reminded us of Hawaii. Our server Joan and our busboy Asa were friendly and attentive! We will recommend this place and will be back again! read more

This place is fantastic. Its got that islander vibe with tiki art all over making you feel like you're in the Pacifc. The servers are knowledgeable on the foods and some even collect their own tiki mugs and such. I've been there a few times and I regret to inform you I have only ordered the loco moco. So as I can't say much for the rest of the menu, the loco moco is absolutely delicious or onolicious ha. This is coming from a Kalihi kid. The patty is flavorful and rice and gravy makes one feel at home with great texture and a pleasure to the eyes. If I did have to say one thing I'd like to improve on is the drinks. I've had a zombie and a mai tai and it tasted just a tad watered down. It is a new place so the bartenders are still getting their feet metaphorically wet but I'll be looking to come back many more times. read more