Post #59504 by tikicleen on Tue, Nov 11, 2003 10:57 PM

Name:tiki cocktail lounge, modesto, ca
Type:bar
Street:932 mchenry ave.
City:modesto
State:CA
Zip:95354
country:USA
Phone:209 577-9969
Status:operational

Description:
a mile or so down the street from minnie's restaurant lies a small, inconspicuous tiki lounge known as the tiki. it was briefly mentioned in The Book of Tiki, and has remained a staple in modesto for many years. with its VERY strong cocktails and tiki-esque joined motel next door, you are in for a night of fun. the bar is contained within one room, and is fairly small and very dark. there is an outside patio in the front. parking is in the back. as you enter from the front (and this is recommended to see the tiki statues rather than taking the easy route from the back), you will encounter wood carved tiki poles. go inside and see an open fire pit to the left. to the immediate right is the juxebox which has a wide selection of music....popular rock, surfabilly, some lounge, etc. behind the bar are many tiki artifacts....but they are difficult to see in the dim light. the tiki is known for their line of stickers. i have scanned images of the bar but i do not have a host to post them currently. (if someone could help me with this aspect?)

to the right are a few booths with thatch roofs. a fish tank that could use a cleaning is also housed within the bar. a blacklit hallway finishes out the joint...with bathrooms located along this passage.

the drinks are very VERY good. i recommend their mai tais...if you prefer a strong cocktail. they are tall and of a reasonable price. no food menu is offered.

[ Edited by: tikicleen on 2003-11-13 22:59 ]