Post #112655 by new2tiki on Mon, Sep 6, 2004 2:37 PM

Aloha.

Let me be the first to say...Rumors of Hale Tiki's demise are GREATLY Exaggerated.

I found the OTHER thread regarding this establishment the night before I left for Augusta, so it was with more than a bit of trepidation that we headed there. I had spoken to Brad once or twice about some decor items while he was building the bar, but really didn't know him at all.

I had NOTHING to worry about. Those of you who helped build/decorate/plan Hale Tiki...you should be very proud. What a beautiful spot!

Now I've visited places that are struggling before, and I know the signs....maybe the garnishes aren't as fresh as they could be, or other corners cut....none were evident here. In fact, just the opposite! I couldn't believe how professional the bar staff was, the drinks were literally AMAZING, garnishes were fresher than I could probably come up with at home, decor, atmosphere, music--everything was just awesome!

I had five cocktails--Mai Tai, Concubine (the house special), Suffering Bastard, Blackbeard's Ghost (a new addition, served in a skull mug...very cool!), and more than my share of a Scorpion bowl. They were all truly wonderful.

All of that alone would've made the visit worthwhile....but, fortunately for us, we were there the night AFTER first Friday (a downtown celebration in Augusta--apparently draws a lot of people) and the crowd was fairly light---which allowed us to visit with Brad and his Wahine quite a bit...

I have to say, they were unbelievable hosts!! As soon as I introduced myself (and Andrea, my Wahine) we were greeted like Ohana. Brad was an extremely gracious host, showing me all around, both out front, and in the back--we really felt at home.

They both went WAY beyond what was expected, for me.

We had a wonderful time, and will be visiting Augusta many more times in the future.

Anyone who lives in or visits the Southeast US is crazy not to give Hale Tiki a try. You won't be disappointed.

Mahalo for listening.

Scott