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15 Must-Visit Tiki Bars in the U.S.
Hula's Modern Tiki is one of 15 Must-Visit Tiki Bars in the U.S..

1. Hula's Modern Tiki

4700 N Central Ave (at Highland Ave.), Phoenix, AZ
Tiki Bar · 116 tips and reviews

Andy F.Andy Franco: Great happy hour. Not far from downtown. Try the Tropical Itch!

Bootlegger Tiki is one of 15 Must-Visit Tiki Bars in the U.S..

2. Bootlegger Tiki

8.9
140 W Via Lola (North Palm Canyon Drive), Palm Springs, CA
Tiki Bar · 31 tips and reviews

Mark A.Mark Anderson: Rum cocktails and all things handcrafted.

Frankie's Tiki Room is one of 15 Must-Visit Tiki Bars in the U.S..

3. Frankie's Tiki Room

8.2
1712 W Charleston Blvd (at Shadow Ln), Las Vegas, NV
Tiki Bar · 121 tips and reviews

Joshua H.Joshua Haftel: Fun atmosphere. The drinks are tasty, not too expensive, and strong.

Lost Lake is one of 15 Must-Visit Tiki Bars in the U.S..

4. Lost Lake

3154 W Diversey Ave (at Kedzie Blvd), Chicago, IL
Tiki Bar · Logan Square · 53 tips and reviews

Elliott C.Elliott Cable: Tiki drinks and sumptuous Chinese snacks? This place is unmatched. No wonder there's always a line out the door.

Smuggler's Cove is one of 15 Must-Visit Tiki Bars in the U.S..

5. Smuggler's Cove

8.8
650 Gough St (at McAllister St), San Francisco, CA
Tiki Bar · Civic Center · 328 tips and reviews

SFistSFist: Tikis are no longer tacky so make your way to this contemporary Tiki temple that's been one of SF's most decorated bars for some time now. Read more.

Tonga Hut is one of 15 Must-Visit Tiki Bars in the U.S..

6. Tonga Hut

8.7
12808 Victory Blvd (btwn Coldwater Canyon & Goodland), North Hollywood, CA
Tiki Bar · 44 tips and reviews

SalvadorSalvador: Fans of coconut will like the Voodoo Juice.

Psycho Suzi's Motor Lounge is one of 15 Must-Visit Tiki Bars in the U.S..

7. Psycho Suzi's Motor Lounge

7.7
1900 Marshall St NE, Minneapolis, MN
Theme Restaurant · Bottineau · 273 tips and reviews

Abby A.Abby Anderson Jones: The dry rub wings are the best and each drink comes in its own signature mug. Very fun paradise on the Mississippi River!

Three Dots and a Dash is one of 15 Must-Visit Tiki Bars in the U.S..

8. Three Dots and a Dash

8.4
435 N Clark St (btwn Illinois & Hubbard St), Chicago, IL
Tiki Bar · Near North Side · 223 tips and reviews

Shannon J.Shannon Jeropke: Surf Report ($14) No board required to ride this party wave of gin, fresh cucumber juice, anise-flavored liqueur and mint, but you’re bound to suck it dry.

Tiki Ti is one of 15 Must-Visit Tiki Bars in the U.S..

9. Tiki Ti

8.7
4427 W Sunset Blvd (at Virgil Pl.), Los Angeles, CA
Tiki Bar · Los Feliz · 105 tips and reviews

Bon Appetit MagazineBon Appetit Magazine: There is a reason half of the menu is rum-based cocktails. Get the shockingly blue Blue Hawaiian, because if you don’t get a colored cocktail with an umbrella in it, you’re doing it wrong. Read more.

The Rusty Knot is one of 15 Must-Visit Tiki Bars in the U.S..

10. The Rusty Knot

425 West St (at W 11th St), New York, NY
Tiki Bar · West Village · 194 tips and reviews

Campbell B.Campbell Bird: An eclectic place with eclectic clientele. Love the kitschy 70s nautical atmosphere.

Forbidden Island is one of 15 Must-Visit Tiki Bars in the U.S..

11. Forbidden Island

8.6
1304 Lincoln Ave (at Sherman St), Alameda, CA
Tiki Bar · West End · 93 tips and reviews

erinsauceerinsauce: Delicious, boozy cocktails. The strength of each drink is noted on the menu so you can plan your evening accordingly.

Trader Vic's is one of 15 Must-Visit Tiki Bars in the U.S..

12. Trader Vic's

8.1
255 Courtland St NE, Atlanta, GA
Cocktail Bar · Downtown Atlanta · 55 tips and reviews

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: Some say that Victor Jules Bergeron Jr., also known as Trader Vic, invented the Mai Tai. Still in dispute. A big garnish of mint is what you'll notice first, but the rum is what will stay with you. Read more.

Pagan Idol is one of 15 Must-Visit Tiki Bars in the U.S..

13. Pagan Idol

8.2
375 Bush St, San Francisco, CA
Tiki Bar · Downtown San Francisco-Union Square · 101 tips and reviews

SaraSara: Delightfully vibrant and a little kitschy but in all the right ways. Drinks were great, staff was on top of it with clearing away seating areas.

Wauwatiki Bar & Grill is one of 15 Must-Visit Tiki Bars in the U.S..

14. Wauwatiki Bar & Grill

8.0
6502 W North Ave (at N 65th St), Wauwatosa, WI
Tiki Bar · 8 tips and reviews

Christine P.Christine Platzer: Phenomenal Tiki drinks, great bartenders, awesome servers. Decor is amazing! ♡♡♡

Mother of Pearl is one of 15 Must-Visit Tiki Bars in the U.S..

15. Mother of Pearl

95 Avenue A (btwn E 6th & E 7th St), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · East Village · 80 tips and reviews