A reason to celebrate ... and a reason to be sad - General Tiki

I ikitnrev Tiki Socialite D.C. / Virginia Joined: Jul 27, 2002 Posts: 1325	I ikitnrev Posted posted on Thu, Aug 28, 2003 2:02 PM A bit of an update here .... There are still many uncertainties about the fate of the Honolulu.... it may possibly be resurrected at some other location, as there have been no formal meetings between the owners and the 'we need to buy this property so we can build the new bridge and its accompanying roads' people. There are many variables involved, many which may center around $$ amounts, financial security, and other personal factors ... and I choose to allow the owners to keep those thoughts private among themselves. I'm sure it is a difficult time for David and Anna .... after 25 years of running a restaurant, it has to be tough to hear that you might have to either close or relocate. All I can say is if they did decide to relocate, I would likely continue to frequent their new location, as much of the charm of the Honolulu comes through David and Anna, and of course, the drinks. If you have similar sentiments, let David and Anna know -- it could make a difference on whether they continue on at a new location. I would say it is definitely premature to start haggling or positioning oneself for the physical decor of the Honolulu. If they did relocate, much of the decor would likely go to the new location. If they do decide to close, I'd like to think that much of the decor would stay within the family. Keeping a small, family owned tiki restaurant going for 25 years is a significant feat, and I like the idea of a big tiki carving being kept by one of David and Anna's grandchildren, who have memories of growing up as a child inside the restaurant, rather than ending up in the hands of some anonymous high bidder on ebay. As for mugs, I don't believe the Honolulu ever had any unique 'Honolulu specific' mugs - they were too small of an business for this. If one does exist, it would immediately rise to the top of my 'most wanted' lists. And if anyone decides to ever design one, I'd like to be on the top of the waiting list. All I can say for now is enjoy the Honolulu, as is, while one can. If it does move on, try to support David and Anna as they make the transition to a new place -- the drinks will likely be just as good. It is too early to plan final parties yet, but in case one or more do happen - hopefully many many months ahead at the earliest - I'll keep you all informed. Vern

A bit of an update here ....

There are still many uncertainties about the fate of the Honolulu.... it may possibly be resurrected at some other location, as there have been no formal meetings between the owners and the 'we need to buy this property so we can build the new bridge and its accompanying roads' people.

There are many variables involved, many which may center around $$ amounts, financial security, and other personal factors ... and I choose to allow the owners to keep those thoughts private among themselves.

I'm sure it is a difficult time for David and Anna .... after 25 years of running a restaurant, it has to be tough to hear that you might have to either close or relocate. All I can say is if they did decide to relocate, I would likely continue to frequent their new location, as much of the charm of the Honolulu comes through David and Anna, and of course, the drinks. If you have similar sentiments, let David and Anna know -- it could make a difference on whether they continue on at a new location.

I would say it is definitely premature to start haggling or positioning oneself for the physical decor of the Honolulu. If they did relocate, much of the decor would likely go to the new location. If they do decide to close, I'd like to think that much of the decor would stay within the family. Keeping a small, family owned tiki restaurant going for 25 years is a significant feat, and I like the idea of a big tiki carving being kept by one of David and Anna's grandchildren, who have memories of growing up as a child inside the restaurant, rather than ending up in the hands of some anonymous high bidder on ebay.

As for mugs, I don't believe the Honolulu ever had any unique 'Honolulu specific' mugs - they were too small of an business for this. If one does exist, it would immediately rise to the top of my 'most wanted' lists. And if anyone decides to ever design one, I'd like to be on the top of the waiting list.

All I can say for now is enjoy the Honolulu, as is, while one can. If it does move on, try to support David and Anna as they make the transition to a new place -- the drinks will likely be just as good.

It is too early to plan final parties yet, but in case one or more do happen - hopefully many many months ahead at the earliest - I'll keep you all informed.

Vern

Post #49542 by ikitnrev on Thu, Aug 28, 2003 2:02 PM