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    Tiki Haven

    4.0 (230 reviews)
    ModerateTiki Bars
    Open 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    TIKI HAVEN ATMOSPHERE

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

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    David G.

    So my best and oldest friend was supposed to go out to dinner with me...unfortunately he has become a hardcore bar fly and wanted to meet here. Welp you gotta do what you gotta do. I have been here several times and it depresses me....zero ambiance. Zero energy...maybe it is the neighborhood. If you live around here heck grab a drink but don't go out of your way

    Alice S.

    The blended tiki drinks here are dangerously delicious! Most tiki bars in the city don't make blended drinks, so this was such a pleasant surprise. Pricing was also very reasonable. However...the vibes were a bit uncomfortable though. The bouncer kept the front door open most of the night, so I was freezing despite being bundled in a warm puffer. I was also suffocating from the cigarette smoke coming directly from outside the door. If you don't mind the cold wind and inhaling secondhand cigarette smoke, then this place would be perfect! Note that this place doesn't actually close at 2am as stated. Everyone had to leave around 1:30am, although staff gave us a heads up around 1:20am so we had time to finish our drinks.

    Lava flow
    Jeff W.

    Tiki bar in the sleepy sunset district. Got to give this spot and its owners flowers for creating a fun and comfortable spot to watch sports and meet up with friends. No food, but bring your own from the neighborhood, no worries Tell Terence and John hello when you go in for a fruity drink or a cold beer.

    Longboard Lager with a Pina Colada.
    Carlos R.

    Wanted a drink on the way home tried this place and was delighted. Pina Colada was tasteful.

    Hurricane and Modelo

    It had been a couple of years since we were last here. Still has a welcoming atmosphere. Drinks are well-balanced; I had a Hurricane. We'll be back again soon!

    Wiki waki woo
    Katie R.

    Sort of divey tiki bar in the inner sunset. Tiki drink options were plentiful and the glassware was super fun. We ordered the Wiki waki woo and Tiki island. Each one must've had 4-5 different liquors in them, but as with most tiki drinks, all you could taste was the juice. With that being said, the drinks were super sweet/sugary tasting. Even though the liquor wasn't noticeable via flavor, it was definitely in there. Happy we stopped in for a quick drink! Not a place I'd spend a whole night, but cool to add to a bar crawl or to get your tropical drink fix.

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    Ed U.

    What an oversight on my part that I didn't know this pocket-size tiki bar existed in the Sunset. Jamie W. and I have been on a tiki binge lately, so new discoveries excite us. This time, however, I was on Noriega on my own, so I reported back and faced a dilemma: Should I try Tiki Haven as a solo tippler? OK, it wasn't really a dilemma. The bigger dilemma was whether I should wait fifteen minutes for the door to open at 4PM. The bartender was on time and quite friendly since I was his only customer. The decor had an appropriate castaway, surf's-up vibe with a tinge of "Gilligan's Island" grass-skirt nostalgia. The menu was a cornucopia of tropical libations that would please even the Howells with all tiki drinks priced at $13. I had the Mango Banana Colada which came in its own vintage ceramic gorilla head vessel. No parasol though. It was tantalizing with mango, banana liqueur, rum pineapple, and coconut...all my favorite flavors in one gorilla head (photo: https://bit.ly/3Db7dH7). I sat outside in their makeshift hut on the edge of the sidewalk. I found it relaxing even though school kids would saunter by staring at me drinking from the gorilla head. I just ignored them as I didn't want to give off a pedophile vibe. Now I can report back to Jamie that this bar receives the Ed U. seal of approval. COCKTAILS - 4 stars...a most satisfying tropical delight in a gorilla head AMBIANCE - 4.5 stars...they've got the tiki vibe right SERVICE - 4.5 stars...friendly guy TOTAL - 4 stars...yep, it's a tiki haven alright RELATED - Looking for a tiki bar? Here's a collection of places I've tried and reviewed: https://bit.ly/3SpoS3c

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    Brian F.

    This bar has the word 'tiki' in its name but it's more like a neighborhood bar with tiki drinks and decor. I saw a lot of regulars and people who knew each other, and those people were drinking beer and shots and not the tiki drinks from the menu. Also, the music was hip hop and rap and not the kind that makes you feel like you're on a tropical island. We ordered a variety of drinks throughout the night: zombie, mango banana colada, tiki blossom, peach on the beach, mai tai, and pink flamingo. The zombie and mai tai drinks (the ones I ordered) were very strong and you can really taste the alcohol. They were okay but not as good as other ones I've had elsewhere. The other drinks were sweeter and easier to drink. Our favorite drink was the peach on the beach which tasted like the white gummy drink from Jamba Juice. It seemed like drinks were either very sweet or very strong with no in-between. All the tiki drinks are $13 which is straightforward. It's a small space and a lot of people were standing and you might have to do the same. They don't serve food but there's a vending machine with snacks if you need. We came at around 10:30pm on a Friday night and it was busy but after about 11pm it was pretty empty. If you're expecting a fully immersive tiki bar with all those bells and whistles, this place is (mostly) not it. However, it was still a fun place to hang out and we ended up spending 3 hours here so we definitely had a good time.

    Carol N.

    It was our first time at Tiki Haven and I don't know why we haven't been here before! I love the tiki motif, the large screens with multiple sports games on, the juke box playing oldies and the delicious stiff drinks! The bartender makes great strong drinks. He's very personable and efficient. Patrons buy him drinks and toast him. The bouncer/guard Clark is friendly, does a great job, is a fellow martial artist and I like his armor. There is an old school Buck Hunt shooting game that is fun. There is a table top electronic poker game. The customers are friendly, welcoming and everyone has a good time. There were 3-4 people dancing to ABBA's Dancing Queen by the juke box. I really like the vibe and definitely will return. I'm glad we found this hidden gem.

    Drinks menu. Sat night 2022-08-13
    Ziyan C.

    We are tiki bar lovers and have made it a goal to go to every tiki bar in SF. However, we found this to be more of a sports bar with a few tiki themed items. Not as hardcore as some of our other faves. There was a comedy show happening in the outdoor area. We didn't have tickets but could have listened in if we really tried. THE COST Total $33 for two drinks. THE DRINKS * Mango Banana Colada ($13) - 2 stars Too much banana for me! Overwhelming and too sweet, and I like sweet! * Kokomo ($13) - 3 stars Much more my jam than the Mango Banana. Tasty and not too strong.

    How come I never knew about this place? I know the Outer Sunset, and the Inner Sunset.. but missed the cool little Middle Sunset neighborhood! Walked by here and just had to check it out! Unpretentious neighborhood dive bar w/ tiki decor! Had a delicious blended drink w/ dark AND light rum! Very nice bartender, and a regular asked if I minded before they turned on the football game.

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    This a cute little tiki bar with great cocktails and decor. It is a great little neighborhood stop for some yummy tiki drinks!

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    Amazing service, the bartender here are very attentive. The place is decorated very well

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    Shoutout to the best bouncer ever Klark. He deserve a raise and much more! Dude is a real G !

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    Good drinks but dirty bathroom. Needs a deep clean and to be dusted. I like the pina colada drink

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    Ask the Community - Tiki Haven

    When will the comedy shows on Saturday end so we can enjoy drinks without having to buy tickets again? Your neighbors miss being able to tiki without tickets!

    I don't have an answer but I'd also like to know, haha. It made me laugh to see this question on the yelp page as it took me a bit to figure out Sat nights were not the time to go if you were looking for a spot to chat with friends. I just come on… 

    Does this place have outdoors? If it's open during this pandemic then what is their schedule?

    4 pm - 2 am

    Do you have an ATM machine?

    No, they don't

    Is this place closed on Mondays?

    It's not closed Mondays.

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    Trad'r Sam

    Trad'r Sam

    3.7
    (1.1k reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $

    We went to Trad'r Sam to start our self created tiki tour and we enjoyed hanging out and grabbing a…read moreround of drinks at 3pm on a Saturday. It was pretty empty when we went but we enjoyed the boozy milkshakes (the chocolate banana was super fun) and ended up sharing a scorpion bowl as well. It's super casual but still fun and generally nice place to grab a drink. I can see how this would be a good spot for a nightcap after dinner for a sweet booze drink.

    If you're looking for a cocktail garnished with artisanal moss and existential dread, keep walking…read more But if you want to get functionally over-served in a place that no longer smells like a damp basement from the Truman administration, welcome to the "new" Trad'r Sam. The Glow-Up The "grandfather of tiki" finally went to rehab--and by rehab, I mean it actually got a scrub-down. The legendary grime has been replaced by bright floors, refreshed bamboo, and a bar top so clean you can actually see your pupils dilating after the second round. It's still a dive, but now it's a dive you can bring a date to without needing a tetanus shot. The Heavy Artillery The drinks are still served in bowls large enough to sustain a small village during a drought. Whether it's a Scorpion or a Mai Tai, the ratio of rum-to-juice remains aggressively in favor of the rum. It's tropical, it's blue, and it will have you reconsidering your career at the bank by 10:00 PM. The MVP Bartenders The real reason to crawl out to the Richmond? The bartenders. These absolute legends navigate the chaos with the speed of a high-frequency trader and the patience of a saint. They handle a room full of "one more bowl!" requests without breaking a sweat or losing their wit. The Verdict: It's the oldest tiki bar in SF, and it's finally stopped looking its age. Go for the booze, stay for the bartenders who actually know what they're doing.

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    TONGA ROOM & HURRICANE BAR

    TONGA ROOM & HURRICANE BAR

    3.4
    (3.3k reviews)
    4.6 mi
    $$$

    A very unique experience that I highly recommend when you are visiting San Francisco. It's at the…read morebasement of Fairmount Hotel. If you want to have dinner while enjoying the band, there will be a cover charge of $20 per person. The band performs on a floating platform on a former swimming pool . There's an artificial rain intermittently. Great music. Food is pricey. We got poke with thin and fresh plantain chips. The raw fish is fresh too. Ver good. The drinks here is amazing and beautifully presented. The menu describes the alcohol content and the level of sweetness. Great feature to help you to make your selection. They successfully create a Polynesian ambiance inside and outside the restaurant. Our waitress was very nice and professional.

    This is a really tough review so I'm going to break it down by aspects…read more Ambiance- really cool aesthetic; they nailed it on the Hawaiian/Polynesian vibe. Spacious seating, very clean. Entertainment- the fact that the live music band is on a boat in water is so cool and something I've never seen done indoors. They were very talented and I truly enjoyed the variety of genres they played as well. Food- we ordered their Tonga pupu platter, kalua pork sliders and coconut curry seafood. The food was delicious! Everything had tons of flavor and all the different proteins were cooked well. My favorite was the coconut calamari on the sampler. The variety of foods gave us so much to enjoy. Service- this is where it all goes left. For starters we had originally made a reservation for 8:45 however the day before they called to inform us they'd be closing early due to a private event (9:30 instead of 11)and if we were willing to come in at 8 instead. This was not a bother at all for us. Well it was to our unfortunate surprise that we noticed that our waited started to hover and even brought us the check at about 8:40....we literally still had tons of our food to eat and drinks not even halfway done. He came to our table excessively trying to collect the check when we still had plenty of time to enjoy our meal and the music. Plenty of tables still had guests so it's not like we were the last ones. When he wasn't at our table he was standing nearby making eye contact with my husband trying to figure out if we were ready to pay out. Completely ruined our otherwise really nice evening. Management- we were able to flag down the manager, Elle D., and explained what occurred during our dinner. She was very nice and apologetic and went out of her way to not only make us feel validated but made sure we ended on a good note. She was professional, nice, and took no time in remediating the situation. It's because of her and the wonderful food and entertainment that I'm giving the 3 starts because honestly it would've been an easy 5 if not for the waiter we got.

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    Smuggler's Cove

    Smuggler's Cove

    4.1
    (2.1k reviews)
    3.5 mi
    $$

    My wife and I dropped by Smuggler's Cove on a Wednesday evening right when they opened and we…read moreheaded straight downstairs as recommended by many Yelpers. Be careful as you head down the stairs, as your eyes may need some time adjusting to the dim environment. Seating is first come first serve and the most popular spot definitely seems to be at the bar. Ordering is at the bar, and unfortunately, there's no physical menu here -- only a QR code that you'll have to scan to access their online menu. If you're able to, I definitely recommend browsing through the extensive menu online beforehand. While the menu is predominantly rum based drinks, there is also a handful of drinks that are not rum based. They also happen to have a non-alcoholic option where you can describe the flavor profile you're looking for and the bartender can put together a custom mocktail for you. I came in to Smuggler's Cove assuming everything would be over the top in terms of sweetness, but the drinks here are very well balanced. You can definitely taste the fresh citrus used in the drinks here. If you're looking for something very spirit forward, definitely look for items on the menu with a diamond next to it. I ended up ordering two drinks in the hour that I was there -- a zombie and a "Heaux Geaux", their take on the classic Vieux Carre. Since there was only one bartender downstairs, it took a while for the drinks to be prepared. I would recommend ordering your second drink about 20 minutes ahead of when you actually want it. Overall, Smuggler's Cove is probably the best tiki bar I've visited in the Bay Area. The drinks here are spectacular.

    Tucked away behind a black panel in Hayes Valley is the the not-so-secret Smuggler's Cove (the line…read moredefinitely gives it away). If you brave the line on a weekend, you will be rewarded handsomely with delicious tiki cocktails and friendly service. The menu is extensive, so you won't be hard-pressed to find a drink you'd like. I personally love the Leilani Nouveau, which is refreshing When I lived in San Diego, a bartender at a tiki bar said the first stop in SF must be Smuggler's Cove and it really deserves all that praise and more!

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    Downstairs bar
    Another picture of the inside of the bar I love the atmosphere in here

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    Another picture of the inside of the bar I love the atmosphere in here
    Last Rites

    Last Rites

    4.3
    (529 reviews)
    2.8 mi
    $$

    My absolute favorite bar I've ever been to I give it six…read morestars if I could The bar seats are out of an old airplane and the actual bar is like half of a airplane passenger area The lighting is dim with old incandescent bulbs, and you get lost in time being there 10 out of 10 bar experience

    Came here for their weekly Wednesday trivia- parking is easier to come about around the Duboce…read moreTriangle neighborhood that this is in! This review will primarily be about the trivia experience. The inside is cutely themed with the rainforest invasion style they pull off. The trivia nights require one beverage to be purchased per person in the party- I was coming off of a nasty burn in my mouth, so I asked our server what the best nonalcoholic choice would be with no citrus and she suggested the Mocking Bird. I feel that I cannot pass judgment on the Mocking Bird as a beverage since I asked for such an altering modification to the drink itself, but it was just not good without the lime. It tasted too strongly like actual alcohol. I get why they would make a rule about having one drink per patron here for the sake of their business, but I'm personally not sure if it's worth it considering even their mocktails are upwards of $15 with tax and tip. The trivia itself is very fun. There's x amount of rounds and each round is 4 questions, and you can pick whether you want certain questions to be worth 7 points or 3 points if you're certain of the answer. This pushed our team up from 9th place to 8th place! If you also are just not sure of the answer at all, the funniest answer gets a free round of shots. The night we went, the option was milk punch. I would say that it's a cute place to take people visiting from out of town or once in a while, there's also much more seating within the location than at certain other trivia bars.

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    Pagan Idol

    Pagan Idol

    4.2
    (844 reviews)
    4.8 mi
    $$

    Shockingly well-executed and high-concept Tiki bar. I cannot believe I had never heard of this…read moreplace, the decor and cocktails are on par with other famous Tiki bars in SF. Each room has its own vibe. The front room has more of a nautical theme, down to the tv screen "portholes" showing fish swimming by. The middle room has more of a ship galley/pirate theme, and the back room has a tropical theme, complete with a koi pond. Drinks were good, huge rum selection and knowledgeable bartenders.

    Pagan Idol might be my favorite tiki spot this side of the bay for a few reasons:…read more 1) Inspired decor -- the wooden ship hull design in the front bar and the huts + volcano in the back bar make popping in for a cocktail feel like an excursion to another world. I'd heard the back bar opens after 7, but when I was there the doors magically parted at 5:30 so my hubs and I relocated to a private hut for a cozier final round. 2) Delicious drinks -- the menu offers a nice selection of tiki standards, new takes on old classics and some Pagan Idol originals. Each drink is built from fresh, house-made ingredients and all potent yet balanced on the palate. Many are rum-based but not all so there's some variety if rum isn't your thing. 3) Expert bartenders -- the fella who made my drinks knew his stuff and answered questions about the menu patiently without an ounce of attitude. When I decided I wanto venture off-menu for my second order, he whipped up a daiquiri variation that he intuited would fit my tastes based on preferences I shared (and nailed it). Will definitely come here for my next tiki fix.

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    Rum Monkey $30, serves 2 - 3.  Be careful, it's like a sailor's banana smoothie and I mean that as a compliment.
    Rum Monkey $30, serves 2 - 3. Be careful, it's like a sailor's banana smoothie and I mean that as a compliment.
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    Back room bar
    Li Po Cocktail Lounge

    Li Po Cocktail Lounge

    4.0
    (849 reviews)
    4.8 mi
    $$

    Popped in to try their famous Chinese Mai Tai, and this place was packed. I could barely squeeze my…read moreway through the crowd to get to the bar, but eventually made it. Despite how busy it was, the two bartenders were super fast and attentive to everyone waiting to order. Our Mai Tais came in paper cups, which was totally fine given the crowd. The drink itself was dangerously easy to sip but definitely strong. My only complaint is that there isn't a ton of actual drink in the cup--by the end, about a third of it is just ice and pulp. Easiest fix? Always grab two. LOL. Fun spot overall! I'd come back with friends, but probably on a weekday.

    So after our meal down the street at Hong Kong Clay Pot, Ryan & Nicole just had to lubricate…read moreourselves at LI PO before waddling off to Club Fugazi for the Dear SF circus show. The story at Li PO was that the last time they were there, the woman barkeep told Ryan he couldn't order his beer or pick their seats & made Nicole & Ryan get wreaked guzzling their signature booze bombs the Chinese Mai Tai!! I was warned to be ready to have my choice of liquor ignored! They both were presented with the required youth beverage, the dangerous delicious Mai Tai. Almost everyone else in the joint was sipping them too thru straws. I, being 79 & as it should be (having survived long enough), my old man Chinese cultural status of respected senior allowed me to drink what I wanted...a perfect shot of Fernet Branca digestivo (a very popular libation in both SF..given the Italian presence in No Beach...as is the same in Argentina at Estancia Ranquilco then off we waddle to the Club!

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