Post #393466 by atomikitty on Sat, Jul 12, 2008 2:10 PM

Great Night! This was actually my first time at the KONA (Sam's) and I think it is fantastic!
I really hope there will be more tiki events there in the future, and I am so thankful to the new owners for inviting us to be a a part of the change!

Tikiyaki was phenomenal as always! :) The drumming and bird calls echoed perfectly in the hidden village!
It all just felt so natural! :)

The food was excellent (ahi tuna on cold ginger sobe noodles, sweet potato fries)
The service was BEYOND excellent~I was really not expecting that, but I was pleasant surprise.
The drinks were. . .a work in progress, but I wouldn't call them 'Lame bartenders' as they were all very friendly and trying their best.
Tiki drink mixing is a strange and confusing world to be thrown into when you are used to serving beers and cape cods.
They just need to TRY a GOOD tiki drink and their eyes shall be opened and they will see the light!
Bartenders should always be allowed to taste their creations, just as fine chefs are. It's all about understanding flavors and quality control.

I have hope!

Viva La KONA!

~Suzy