Post #360071 by ikitnrev on Fri, Feb 8, 2008 11:44 AM

The Peking Inn serves good food and drinks, but the decor is entirely Chinese, no tiki.

You might want to call Vera's before driving down, to make sure they are open for the day you wish to visit. They get less boat traffic in the cold weather, so their hours may be rather limited.

I believe the Hawaii/Moai exhibit at the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History has been temporarily removed, due to renovations in the Hall. The Smithsonian American History is also closed ... same reasons. The newly reopened Smithsonian Portrait Gallery/Art Museum at 8th and F is worth visiting, and there are many other worthwhile museums

Other interesting and unique bars in the DC area ....

• Piratz Tavern in Silver Spring -- a pirate themed bar, that serves strong rum drinks
  http://www.piratztavern.com/

• Palace of Wonders, a circus sideshow/Burlesque venue, that some of the DC tiki folk patronize. Check their calendars to see what shows are happening during your visit
  http://www.palaceofwonders.com/home.html