Post #571506 by Dr. Coruba on Mon, Jan 10, 2011 7:07 PM

Sorry to say that DC has pretty much gone bone dry on tiki,
except for a classic/exotic cocktail scene which is growing.
For some new takes on some exotic classics you might try:

Farmers & Fishers at the Georgetown waterfront
Featuring well crafted tiki drinks made with housemade syrups & fresh juices

PX and The Majestic in Alexandria
Often feature classic exotic cocktails along with
brand new cocktails from some of DC brightest mixologists

Cubra Libre in DC
The rum bar chain has made it to DC
Over 70 rums on the menu.
(note, these four are trendy and pricey - $10 and up for drinks)

For some very good takes on old school Chinese places who
serve a damn fine Mai Tai and other classics at reasonable prices:

Shanghai Village and Foong Lin in Bethesda (just outside of DC in Maryland)
Barely a shred of tiki (just a few mugs) but the drinks are
very good and some of the best Chinese food I've had anywhere.
Fyi, the chef/owner of Shanghai Village used to work at Trader Vic's

[ Edited by: jwtiki 2011-01-11 06:13 ]