Chicago Tiki ? - General Tiki

TT Tonga Trader Tiki Socialite Chicago Joined: Jan 23, 2006 Posts: 127	TT Tonga Trader Posted posted on Thu, Sep 13, 2012 3:05 PM Hala Kahiki is the must do on that list, IMO, followed by Chef Shangrila. They are somewhat equidistant from downtown and not particularly far from each other, so you could do a loop from Chicago and catch both. The other two are a little further out. In Chicago, I agree Violet Hour is worthwhile. You might also look into Aviary. Depends what you are into and where you are staying. There's a cool bar called Orbit Room on the Northwest side, close to the expressway. It has more of a mid-century vintage vibe with some tiki-ish touches. They have a tropical drink menu, but it's kind of marginal. We do like the place and the staff a lot. Good food, too. Enjoy your visit! TT

Hala Kahiki is the must do on that list, IMO, followed by Chef Shangrila. They are somewhat equidistant from downtown and not particularly far from each other, so you could do a loop from Chicago and catch both. The other two are a little further out.

In Chicago, I agree Violet Hour is worthwhile. You might also look into Aviary.

Depends what you are into and where you are staying. There's a cool bar called Orbit Room on the Northwest side, close to the expressway. It has more of a mid-century vintage vibe with some tiki-ish touches. They have a tropical drink menu, but it's kind of marginal. We do like the place and the staff a lot. Good food, too.

Enjoy your visit!

Post #651931 by Tonga Trader on Thu, Sep 13, 2012 3:05 PM