Post #735754 by nui 'umi 'umi on Thu, Jan 22, 2015 5:29 PM

On 2015-01-22 13:23, bigbrotiki wrote:
Do you mean there's no Tiki decor whatsoever inside? There sure wasn't much to begin with, when I found it in the 90s. I was still thrilled to discover the place.

Looking at Google Street View, it seems the "TIKI" name is still spelled out in bamboo on the front:
…like it was in the original:
The above Tiki pole is also still there - though wedged in by the front patio fence. It seems to have survived because it functions as support to hold up the entrance door awning:
The "Tiki Cocktails" sign can is still original, and I get a kick out of seeing the Hanalei Tiki from the BOT used on the new signs

I hope N.N. you are not joining the growing number of folks who feel entitled to find craft cocktails in every place that calls itself Tiki. Where is your sense of urban archeology, of getting excited abut ANY original remnants still in situ?

Sven, I was looking forward to a “Tiki” drink. The kid behind the bar had no clue except to offer some Cp’n Morgan and pineapple juice.The drinks were secondary-We wanted to check this place out. I was impressed with the A-frame that houses the lounge and the outside of the bldg. Sure got my attention. I thoroughly checked out the building inside and out. the outside decor had my mouth watering. Sitting at the bar there is very little tiki to be seen. Might be cuz the owner passed away recently and the treasures have been given a new home elsewhere. The stools and other furnishings inside are in dire need of repair and were no doubt perfect for the Tiki Cocktail Lounge in it’s heyday. Dang. I wish I had brought my camera. I’m looking forward to my next visit-I want to see how the son revitalizes his fathers dream.
Btw, Minnies drinks leave me mostly unimpressed but I visit em every chance I get.
Cheers

[ Edited by: nui 'umi 'umi 2015-01-22 17:32 ]