It was a Friday Night, so it was busy but we were able to walk right in for the bar. We tried a couple of the drinks on the menu and they were all amazing! Glad I was finally able to knock this off my bucket list of places to try! read more

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Rediculously Overrated & over priced for super cheap food. They charged us $163 for 2 meals and 2 drinks. The burger = 3 dry burger patties on a bed of bland white rice smothered with saucberry sauce. (Like a frozen saucberry steak dinner) The desert were two tiny pieces of cake that they sell at Aldi. Very disappointing. Dirty, dusty & webs everywhere. I'm surprised they have not been shut down. Would not recommend. read more

I recently visited Tiki Terrace on a weekday with a larger group. I didn't make a reservation but they were easily able to accommodate our group since there wasn't a show that night. The inside has a fun, Hawaiian vibe that also is reflected in the drink and food menu. The music playing took you away from grey, cold Chicago which was exactly what we all needed! Our group ordered a wide variety of drinks as well as some appetizers to share. Our favorite drinks were the Pearl City Passion, Zombie, Pama Coco Delight, and Tiki Mai Tai. We loved the fun glasses and umbrellas that a lot of the drinks had. The drinks weren't overly acidic, sweet, nor tart. They were very balanced in flavor profiles which I appreciated. For food, we got the Taro Chips, Egg Rolls (half veg & half pork), Kid Kalua Pork Sliders, and all of our personal favorite... the Furikake Fries. You cannot go wrong ordering any of these to share! Highly recommend this spot when looking for a tiki bar in the Chicagoland area. read more

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I would give this place a 4-4.5 star rating. We came in on a Saturday night for ladies night. The decor of the restaurant was decorated so well in Hawaiian theme. The show is $50 per adult and you get a 3 course dinner included. They also have tons of tropical drinks you can order along with appetizers that cost extra. One of my friends ordered some appetizers for the table...... pot stickers (were just ok), traditional poke tuna (I would have opted for the California way just because the tomatoes that were mixed in was a weird choice for me), and the short ribs (these were phenomenal!!!! If I lived down here I would come here and just order those to go for dinner). You were also able to choose one option for dinner. Half of us chose the pork and half chose the salmon. Both were very good. The show was decent. Also had some audience participation. Would have liked to see some male performers but at the end of the show she did say there are different "acts" that rotate nights. If there is anyone looking to celebrate a birthday or just looking for something different to do I would definitely point them down that way! read more

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This place is so cute!! The tiki vibe is amazing, it is a little small but even when it was busy we could still have conversations and not hear the other tables. The food is fantastic!! Everyone loved their meals. The cocktails were delicious!! The show is fun, I loved every minute! Can't wait to go back! read more

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From the moment you step in, the ambiance transports you out of the suburbs of Chicago and into a Polynesian land, with every detail carefully curated to make you feel like you've discovered a hidden gem. It's the kind of place that makes you want to linger, and soak in the atmosphere! The food was excellent across the board - fresh, well-prepared, and thoughtfully presented. You can tell there's real care behind the menu. Every dish we tried had its own personality, with great flavor and attention to detail. What really stands out, though, is how unique the overall experience is. Tilki Terrace doesn't feel like just another restaurant - it offers something different and something you will remember. It's the kind of place you'll want to tell your friends about! Recommend if you want to try something new! We feel like we learned things about a beautiful culture and got to be personally immersed - they like to call people up to the stage who are celebrating events. But that's pretty special, when else can you get first hand immersion like that. I do think there's some opportunity to expand on the show to make it better, but comparatively I haven't come across another place like this so a great find for the area. read more

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Loved it! My husband and I went there to celebrate my 50th birthday. The tiki terrace was so fun with its Hawaiian themed decor and ambiance made you feel like you were in Hawaii . The food was excellent: we ordered the pot stickers, coconut chicken, and Hawaiian style Salisbury steak with rice. Desserts were fantastic too. The dancers and hula show was so fun and interactive and they asked the birthday people to come on stage. Would highly recommend and go back. read more

Food and atmosphere were nice. Jessica the manager/bartender did a great job making me and my partner feel at home. Will definitely be going back. I highly recommend the scorpion bowl! read more

Such a cute vibe in there! It's like you're at a Hawaiian resort- so cute. There was a ukulele group performing that also helped set the mood. The food was so good, I recommend the garlic shrimp! The taro chips were interesting as well but I loved the mango salsa it came with. Our waiter was very nice! Overall good service. Would totally come back soon read more

The Tiki Terrace - Combination Shrimp & Beef - Hawaiian Near Me - Des Plaines, Illinois

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Really disappointing experience. The service was poor -- my first drink was undrinkable, and even though the waitress offered to replace it, I was charged for both drinks. Also I emailed the restaurant about the drinks and failed to get a response. The group we were with asked for a second drink that didn't come until the end of dinner- The room looks much larger online, but it's actually small and uncomfortably hot. It felt like the air was barely on as our group wiped sweat off our foreheads half the night. For three people, the bill came to over $300, which made the whole experience even worse. We each had "1" drink, two apps and the set menu you are to choose from. If you enjoy sweating through your night while watching an average show and drinking overpriced, mediocre cocktails, this might be your place. Otherwise, I'd skip it. read more

The Tiki Terrace - View from the hot table - Hawaiian Near Me - Des Plaines, Illinois

I was very blown away from entering this tiny cute restaurant. I was expecting mediocre decor etc BUT no! It is full on Hawaiin decor. It's so nice and cute! Our bartender/server Jessica, was so sweet and made really good drinks. The pineapple drink is so cool, I really liked it. My coconut shrimp was delicious, very coconutty. The egg rolls were too good and they give you a lot! The loco moco with spam was very very tasty! Would come back, it's really good. read more

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I reserved an early Saturday night dinner and show with my family. According to their website, it is recommended to arrive between 3:30 and 4:30 so that you get a chance to drink and eat before the show. We arrived at 4:15 and our table was right in the front, middle by the stage. Its $50 per adult and $23 per kid. That includes a salad, main course, dessert, and the show. Of we had to get drinks on top of that. Costs about $14 each for my Pina Colada and my husband's Mai Tai but they make it look so pretty! We also had an appetizer of Bora Bora Eggrolls, which is also an extra $12. They were crispy and tasty. The salad was delightful and fresh with the perfect dressing. My husband and I shared two meals: The Kalua Pork and Coconut Chicken. They were both delicious but I really enjoyed the Kalua Pork: so juicy & tender(as advertised on the menu) and that Guava BBQ sauce was yummy. The coconut chicken was well fried &.scrumptous. My almost 7 yr old ordered the kids cheeseburger with fries. That, too, was completely demolished. The show started around 5:20pm. This beautiful lady walks on stage blowing a horn and two other beautiful ladies walk on stage. The first lady was the main emcee and dancer herself while the other two were dancers. They all performed so well and kept us entertained. Mid show the Emcee announced all the birthday celebrants and anniversary celebrant. It was nice they were all acknowledged and I wish I had said on the reservation that I was celebrating something but I wasn't, and so I didn't. Near the end they called up some male volunteers on stage to follow and dance. A little audience participation is always fun. Although on the pricey side, overall it was a great experience. A place to take a friend or relative to celebrate a special occasion or like me, just to celebrate summer. read more

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A lot of fun. Unique experience not found in other places. Came with friends for a night out. Service was good as was the food. The entertainment was really good. read more

Ambiance was full with lots of details and it felt as if you were in Hawaii. The food was alright. I've had better. I wouldn't go for the food again. It lacked seasoning and was just okay. I would go for the show again. The show was very interactive, authentic, and funny! Service was okay. Wish there was just an option to watch the show and have drinks. In order to watch the show, you must purchase a dinner and show package (50 dollars each person) I didn't think the food was worth it unfortunately. read more

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There's always good vibes in the tropics Went to Tiki Terrace to celebrate our 9 year anniversary and it was so amazing! Right when you walk in to see the tiki bar and feel those tropical vibes! Everyone gets a dinner menu with the show that goes on and it's so much to choose from and the drinks were fantastic! We chose the coconut chicken and the pork and it came with two sides rice and macaroni salad! And of course we had pina coladas and a mango colada The hula performance is incredible and they speak to the crowd and tell us all about the history of the dances they do! Overall-- we had an amazing time it's definitely a place to check out if you want to feel like you're in Hawaii read more

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Fun? Sure. Different? Sure thing. Could it be better? Way! The whole thing is just "long in the tooth."Thats it. Needs a fresh reworking. WHERES THE FIRE? (Last time I remember fire dancers.) Considering the price-The show should offer MORE. Production values are WEAK. Having said that- I had a ball. Or right next to it. Its a strip-mall after-all. Cocktails are haphazardly made not crafted - but w/ lovely flowers adorning them. Food is cafeteria level. All the same I am glad this place exists. read more

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A year and a half later, here's my second review on this Tiki place. While vacationing from Honolulu back in my home town, I called to make a reservation for 6 adults, I took the regular $49.50 per person package, hoping this place had changed for the better ( hell nah ! ) that's why I 'm only giving it 1 star again, just so I can get my review in. I spoke to real nice lady who wasn't that bright, I asked her; " I took the regular package of $49.50 per person, that comes up to about $ 297, as I understand it, taxes are included" she stated; " It'll probably go up ", I asked her; " Each one ? How much ?", she stated; " I don't know ", I asked her ; " Why is it going to go up ?", , she stated; ": " I don't know ". I told her; You don't know too much do you, why are you answering the phone ?, Listen Honey, I'm 69 years old, throw that bone to someone else, Mahalo ". I mean I understand that if I order anything outside of what is included in the package, it will be xtra, as it is, the food that is served in the package taste like trash , you have to order outside of what your package deal includes, to get the real good tasty food, like coconut shrimps , ice cream, and believe me, they are not cheap. As far as the ambiance , they have no fire dancers, if they did, then they could really call themselves a realistic trip to the Hawaiian islands. Can't wait to get back to the real thing. If you got money to burn, don't mind throwing it into the garbage, watching a cheap show, I guess is ok, but I would not recommend this place, mahalo for reading my 2nd review on The Tiki Terrace. read more

The Tiki Terrace - The places advertisement. - Hawaiian Near Me - Des Plaines, Illinois

I sincerely have no idea how this plays, but have anything but four or five stars for their business because this is one of the best restaurants I've been to in quite a long time. Now keep in mind I've never had authentic Hawaiian food, but the taste, and the quality and the portions all seem so legit to me that whether or not in its place it's the mark for being truly authentic I may be able to speak to but can say it doesn't even matter because it's just that good. The hospitality, the service, the wait times, the performance, coconut, shrimp, pork, and really everything that this place has to offer is exceptional. I cannot wait to go again. The piña colada's were also very yummy. We went here for an epic holiday event one that will always be remembered. They turned the main floor into a dance floor and it was a blast. read more

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We loved the show.. Food & the service was amazing. Kids friendly. Great ambience and you get to know more about the island culture in the show :) Had so much fun :) read more

I wish, friend, I WISH you to have the experience that I had at The Tiki Terrace. I wish that your original dining partner would cancel at the 11th hour. I wish that you'd ask a friend and ask another, both willing to fill the seat, but both lamentably busy. And I wish you too would have the guts to then ask the person you really wanted to see if they would join you for a silly Wednesday dinner. If you're lucky like me, that special person says yes. If you're lucky like me, you pore over the menu, waiting in the cozy booth for your person to arrive. Again if you're lucky, you'll be delighted to see one another and will cheers over Mai Tais of both varieties, each enjoying your selection. Maybe you too will order taro chips appetizer, decidedly delightful and salty. Then, by chance you'll enjoy your salads and entrees as the show begins. As beautiful and intelligent people, you and your person might may take the trivia portion of the show very seriously. No doubt, the dancing will transport you to the islands. But here I must issue a warning- if your special person is particularly fiendish, they may see that YOU (yes, you, friend) get up on stage for a little watch and learn and dance for the whole room action. You will both love it and hate it, in the best possible way. The meal will fill you more than adequately, dear friend. But truly, what may fill you more - again, if you are as fortunate as me - is when your distinguished guest asks if they should cancel the plans they have for the rest of the night, as in, they're thinking about just hanging out with you more. YOU. I wish this on you. The sound of the waves, the sway of the trees, and the swoon of your pitter-pattering little heart. And even if your evening isn't quite like mine, I hope you go in ready to enjoy yourself, because then you most certainly will. read more

This review is for the Hawaiian food truck that Tiki Terrace owns. Employees were all very nice and we got our food at a reasonable time. Prices were typical. The food looked great but the taste was a huge letdown. Spam musubi was alright, had decent flavor. Tasted different and not as flavorsome as the ones in Maui. Kahlua pork sliders did not have enough sauce. The pork itself was dry and too salty especially when you run out of the bread. Killa Combo with the Korean beef shortribs and garlic butter shrimp - 1/5. The shortribs were too chewy like you're eating a piece of beef jerky. The shrimp was meh, had no taste. Only reason I gave them 2 stars is because the Hawaiian mac and the pineapple mango cheesecake were good. With the cheesecake, the mango was very subtle. read more

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This place is so unprofessional. I spoke to four people trying to get someone to give me a quote for a party, two of whom I gave my wishlist and wants to and after two weeks of being bounced around, still had no quote. I initially spoke to a host and laid out what I wanted, apparently most of what I said didn't get passed on. Giselle, who handles their large party dine-ins was insanely rude via email and wouldn't answer a question no matter how many times I asked. After I finally got a call from someone (who happened to be the only polite person in this whole ordeal) she informed me that she was calling me back from my initial call that went unanswered for over a week. Finally one of the owners reached out and after a short email exchange, I got the call I wanted. He wouldn't stop talking, cutting me off multiple times as I told him what I was looking for and then immediately told me that my request "wouldn't be worth it for him" as my party was only 30 people. Nowhere on the website does it give a catering minimum. He was persistent in selling me a smaller package, even though we wanted something much larger. His assumption into my budget was highly insulting and after that conversation decided not to move forward with them. I've never had to try so hard to pay someone money. read more

I have eaten here before and it was great & I decided to use them for a Luau party. The person I worked with Phil was great at getting me the right package & making sure everything Was handle way before hand. Got back to me with all the questions. I got the dancers package and they were phenomenal. It was was a great experience & I think it wasn't overly priced where I did get quotes at other places. read more

5 stars for the experience as a whole! A little slice of Hawaii in the Northwest suburbs of Chicago. You're greeted by tiki statue and decor in the outside and the inside truly transports you to another place. On our last visit the MC explained the the decor was designed and decorated by the original family that owns the place. Wear your Hawaiian shirt, your lei, and hang loose for the dinner/show which we've done twice. Most recently they do like a prix fixe meal with the show. This comes with a salad, your choice of entree, and dessert. You have also a number of appetizers you can add I highly recommended the Korean Short ribs/Kalbi and the Furikake Fries. The taro chips were also a hit at the table. Entrees were decent. But the drinks were definitely where it's at, they make some yummy and strong drinks here. The food is good but what you're really cooking here for is the show. It is like a luau in that way with traditional dances from various Polynesian islands. It's very entertaining, informative, and they use audience participation (just...FYI)! Reservations are required for the dinner shows. Our friend tried getting a reservation for a particular date and want getting a response but got one immediately for a date further out, so make your reservations early. They also recommend getting there earlier before the show so you can enjoy your food beforehand. Plus more time for drinks ;) It's a unique restaurant that's a good place to go for a special occasion or celebration or for a fun night out. read more

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I was invited to attend a lovely evening out on a weekend date night to this establishment. Upon entering the tiny strip mall in Des Plaines, I was excited to have that authentic Hawaii experience. The decorations within the restaurant reminded me of a local Tiki bar not too far from this location. We ordered some signature drinks which were wonderful. A bit strong, but I was satisfied with my drink. So far so good as the crowds started to trickle in slowly. The presented menu offered some interesting options to experience that island feel. The menu for this restaurant is structured in 3 course meal with a few upsell items. We decided to order the coconut shrimp which seemed fine, at least for an appetizer start. A tasty albeit smaller salad was provided in a wooden little bowl. Fine, it was great, fresh and tasty. We then decided to get the pork meal which is where the evening turned sideways. The pork presented had a very lackluster look and taste, similar to a high school cafeteria at best. It also had a cup of cheap bbq sauce with it, some coconut rice and Costco tub macaroni type salad. We were very disappointed in this meal especially after learning of the price being close to $50. I'm sorry this meal is not worth that price!!! The meal consisted of also a cheap sugary hostess cupcake type raspberry dessert which was barely edible. So after this lackluster meal, the hula show was somewhat acceptable with the DJ younger gentleman who guided us throughout the evening's performances. Now he was friendly and genuine from what we can gather, including the traditional tribal Hawaiian toga type attire. The hula show presentation was fine, but they cannot be serious in charging $50 for the meal because it was simply not worth it. I could get a backyard paper plate meal worth about $6 than this nonsense. The establishment should seriously re-evaluate their menu and the overall food quality. For an entertainment evening it's worth visiting but not for the meal presented. Avoid the meal if possible or you'll regret going there and getting as upset as we did.... read more

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I loved the tikki decor. Nice way to feel as if you're on vacation. A nice place to come for drinks w an island like vibe.

THE place to experience the tropical Hawaii experience during a cold bitter Midwest winter and not cheesy at all! Our family has literally been coming here for decades, at their original small version to the renovated restaurant with a stage. On Saturday, three generations have experienced Tiki Terrace. Skip a Tiki bar only and experience a Tiki restaurant the same fun drinks, you can get a scorpion bowl, but get a good meal and show too. If you do not like sweet or coconut, try their Hawaiian beers and their pork. read more

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My wife and I came here for Valentines day. It is a very cozy little place with a very nice atmosphere and good decor. The menu was limited but the food and drinks were great. Coconut Chicken was great and the drinks were nice and strong (not watered down like other places I've been to). Service was great and the show was very entertaining. We've been to a real luau in Hawaii, and though this one was alot smaller it was still very good presentation. Great place for date night or to celebrate a special occasion. read more

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This is such a fun place to enjoy a good Hawaiian meal. Anything you get is delicious! The service was very friendly and accommodating. They have a great entertainer occasionally by the name of Hugo Colins, he's the best Elvis impersonator! Watch for the next time he's there or go during the week for hula dancers! This is a great hidden gem. read more

What a wonderful little place all hidden away unsuspecting in Chicago. Wonderful decor for the tikiphiles out there. The food was truly spectacular. The drinks were ok. They have a tiki show, but we visited on a night without that. We had great service, great food, and a great time! Truly worth the stop for certain! read more

I stopped by this place on a weekday evening before a dinner reservation I had at another place in the area. When I arrived around 5pm on a weekday evening, the only other person there was someone that appeared to be a regular. He was quite talkative. The bartender I had was really sweet to both of us. I've only been to a handful of other tiki bars in the Chicagoland area, so it was nice to try another one. I ordered the zombie. The zombie includes 4 different rums, and you can definitely taste it. The zombie is one of my most frequently ordered tiki drinks when I go out to these type of bars. This wasn't one of my favorite zombies, but I suspect that they may use lower quality rums than some of the other tiki bars I've gone to. As a result, there was a little bit more of a bite. Some people may assume that there is always going to be a bite in a drink with 4 rums, but this has definitely not always been the case with other places I've been to. There is a way to create more of a balance. The drink wasn't undrinkable or anything though. The reason I rate this place a 4 and not anything lower is because of the great service and prices. $8 for a tiki drink is inexpensive. I would love to come back on a night when they are doing one of their famous shows and try a different cocktail. read more

Décor, cocktails: 5 stars Entertainment, service: 3 stars Food: 2 stars Our group likes to visit Tiki Terrace during the winter months (an evening here costs somewhat less than a round-trip ticket to Hawaii). This small storefront embodies a delightful slice of South Seas culture - tiki décor, cocktails garnished with fruit and cutesy umbrellas, and live entertainment Like the culture, Polynesian cuisine can be diverse and sophisticated. But I challenge anyone to find truly authentic examples of this cuisine east of the San Andreas Fault. While this place does offer a brief but delightful respite from bleak winter weather, their luau does not wow me. Our most recent visit was on a "Hang Loose Wednesday." The bar's potent cocktails will surely loosen you up for what follows. I particularly like their flagship "The Original Mai Tai." My Missus prefers their Pina Colada. Of two shared appetizers, the taro chips with mango and pineapple salsa were tastier than the eggrolls. The dainty green salad with its Asian sesame dressing was very good; I only wish the portion was larger. A fixed menu of three entrees was served family-style. The Kalua pork, apart from its vaguely smoky flavor, was bland and not very juicy (no sauce). The breaded and deep-fried mahi-mahi (not grilled, per the menu) was as dry as a cotton plant in a drought. The coconut chicken fared better, but still no prize. Two accompanying sides, plain white rice that was more sticky than fluffy and cole slaw with little or no dressing, were as bland as food can possibly be. In the past, dinner shows offered a choice of three entrees and three sides, and each meal was individually plated The kitchen is stingy with sauces. When we asked our server to replenish the tiny shared ramekins of plum and sweet chili dipping sauces, she instead brought a squeeze bottle of spicy-hot sriracha. Thank goodness, the coconut cake was moist and didn't require sauce, sriracha or otherwise. Service was friendly but glacial. Both front and back rooms appeared to be understaffed. We waited at least 20 minutes for our beverages and one hour for the entrees. The hour-long show used to be hosted by a charismatic guy with a knack for encouraging audience participation and coaxing hearty laughter. Alas, he moved to Florida (I can't say I blame him!). The show (basically hula dancers) was still enjoyable, but without this funny guy it lacked the spark that made it special. read more

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I made a reservation here to celebrate our 10 year wedding anniversary. My husband and I went here years ago when we first started dating and I thought it would be a fun place to celebrate with our family. Having gotten married on the Big Island and just recently returned from a 2 week trip to the islands, we can see how much this place is a complete joke! We recently went to the Te Au Moana luau on Maui and this place can't even compete. First they seat us to the side of the stage where we could not even see half of the show. This is despite making reservations MONTHS in advance. In Maui, your seats are based on when you book your reservation. We should have left when we saw our seats. I don't mind paying $50+ per person for a dinner show but if you can't see the show and the food is mediocre, it is $350 down the drain. Food: We ordered the taro chips and the kalbi short ribs as appetizers. The taro chips were just ok and the pineapple salsa was nothing special. It could have come from a jar. The short ribs were way too salty and barely edible! I got the coconut chicken for my entree. Again, it was just ok except they covered it in fresh cilantro. I'm one of those people who can't stand cilantro!! I wasn't expecting it in a hawaiian place. Service: Our waitress was nice but our food took forever to come out and our entrees did not arrive all together. We were a party of 5 (3 adults and 2 kids). Advice for the owners: It is never good to give a meal to one child and have the other wait an extra 10 minutes...for a cheeseburger!!! Ambiance: Very cheesy but expected when you saw the fake hibiscus plants at the outside entrance. Show: Again, SUPER cheesy. They don't even ATTEMPT to be a little authentic. The costumes look more like Hawaiian tourists playing dress up and would have been an insult to native Hawaiians. I wish they would have shared a little of the beautiful Polynesian culture instead of all the corny jokes. read more

The food is Fantastic and the Entertainment is just Amazing. You really need to watch it is really authentic to watch.

Been here second time and all i can say it was good experience! It will take you out to the island of Hawaii. Show is awesome and you will have lots of fun. Food is great a lil bit pricey on drinks but if you dont drink alcohol you dont have to worry. read more

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I would give 0 stars if I could. I was trying to place a large catering order and received pretty much ZERO communication. The only way to place an order is via email in which they do NOT respond to. I tried calling multiple times to check in and Phil is apparently never in at the restaurant nor is able to call you back regarding your order. Weeks have past and I have still not heard back after numerous calls and emails. WOULD NOT RECOMMEND. There are many other great Hawaiian spots in the area that truly and graciously appreciate your business...and call you back. read more

I went to Tiki in May. First time and I must say I will be returning. The food was great and fresh. The atmosphere was awesome and our bartender and Melissa were excellent hosts ! Thank you for your amazing service and a spectacular experience ! SN: The fries were the bomb !! read more

When you walk into this place you feel like you've been taken away to an authentic Luau. The staff is super nice. The drinks and show are amazing, as is the food. Their potstickers are light, some of the best I've ever had. My favorite is the coconut chicken...so delish, light & crispy. I've gone on non-show nights as well, which are more intimate (a great time for drinks, dinner, and talking). They've always been accommodating for Birthdays, and other events. Always a good time and it's good to support small family owned places. read more

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Food was average. Show was really good. Located at a dumpy mall. Ladys bathromm was disgusting.

The food was great...the decor was on point. The drinks easily put you in an island mood! The fllor show was fun and entertaining. Not bad for a Wednesday! read more

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