2017 Roll Call for TCers in the DC, MD, & Northern Virginia area

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DC Dr. Coruba Tiki Socialite Joined: Jun 02, 2008 Posts: 333	DC Dr. Coruba Posted posted on Mon, Jul 28, 2014 7:37 AM (It's been over a year now since the last post, with several new spots to potentially gather at, I though it worth a new call out) Not 100% sure if this is the right section, but I'm looking to hear from TCers who are in my local area. I'm sure that there is some interesting info to share if I knew who was in the area. Especially from those who may have spent more time searching for Tiki and Tiki related things in the area. I'm living in the Maryland suburbs just outside of DC. My favorite area spots are House of Foong Lin, Shanghai Village (both for their great food and classic Tiki drinks), and Founding Farmers (don't let the title fool you, they have some great Tiki cocktails). There are some other great places around serving some great Tiki drinks, but they don't seem to attract Tiki people consistently, so I find them lacking. My favorite rum shopping spots are Ace Beverage in DC, Corridor in Laurel, and MacArthur's Beverages, also in DC. I'm just starting to look for vintage vinyl, especially Exotica, but don't know what is in the area. For anyone inclined to chime in, thanks - perhaps you'll list some area places that I haven't been to yet. I really enjoy checking out places that others recommend. [ Edited by: Dr. Coruba 2014-07-29 09:34 ] [ Edited by: Dr. Coruba 2016-09-28 06:03 ] [ Edited by: Dr. Coruba 2016-09-28 06:05 ] [ Edited by: Dr. Coruba 2016-09-28 06:24 ] [ Edited by: Dr. Coruba 2017-01-18 13:02 ]
D djmont Member Potomac Falls, VA Joined: Aug 03, 2011 Posts: 376	D djmont Posted posted on Mon, Jul 28, 2014 8:07 AM I live in Northern Virginia, about 10 minutes north of Dulles. I've been interested in Tiki for 3 or 4 years now. I don't go out to drink very often -- we have two young kids and there aren't any good bars close to me -- but I have a Tiki bar in my basement that satisfies most of my drinking urges. I write about booze at Professor Cocktail with the occasional piece on Tiki-related subjects. I also wrote a recipe ebook about the Zombie cocktail.
J JackLord Tiki Socialite Washington, DC Joined: Jan 18, 2006 Posts: 175	J JackLord Posted posted on Mon, Jul 28, 2014 1:01 PM I live on the Kensington Riviera. Just met Dr Corba last Thursday night. Fun time with that crowd. The local thrifts are a treasure trove of Exotica and Polynesian vinyl.
D djmont Member Potomac Falls, VA Joined: Aug 03, 2011 Posts: 376	D djmont Posted posted on Mon, Jul 28, 2014 1:14 PM I didn't know Kensington had a Riviera! I'm kind of bummed that Hogo is closing and I never even had a chance to visit. Tom Brown (the owner) gave me an original cocktail, inspired by the Zombie, to include in my book.
I I-Tiki Tiki Centralite Oak Hill, VA Joined: Jun 25, 2004 Posts: 71	I I-Tiki Posted posted on Mon, Jul 28, 2014 4:57 PM I live in Falls Church. I have found NO worthy tikiness in the DC area so I am jazzed about trying the couple you mentioned. I am actually kind of bummed because we are selling our house and I had to pack the vast majority of my booze (including 20 bottles of Lemon Hart :). So my bar is lacking and I'm a really long way from the Tiki-ti. My only consolation is the big patch of mint in the garden and a pile of limes. Would live to get a local group together sometime.
T tikigap Tiki Socialite St Augustine, Florida Joined: Jan 19, 2006 Posts: 841	T tikigap Posted posted on Tue, Jul 29, 2014 2:55 PM House of Foong Lin and Shanghai Village in Bethesda are both faves of mine too - I live in N. Arlington and can get across Chain Bridge to get there - it's only about 7 miles that way. They have great food and the drinks are awesome. Tiki-Thirstday's at House of Foong Lin is always a great time too. Find that on Facebook, and I'll see you all there!
L LitClique Tiki Centralite Richmond, VA Joined: Jul 17, 2014 Posts: 22	L LitClique Posted posted on Wed, Aug 6, 2014 10:56 AM I'm a former Fairfax County-an who escaped to Richmond 12 years ago. (Barely any traffic, must lower cost of living, lots of great arts venues, restaurants . . . people will catch on soon.) I'm always eager to hear if anything tiki goes in DC of the VA 'burbs because I've still got a familial pull that direction.
R rupe33 Tiki Socialite DC Metro Area (MD) Joined: Dec 08, 2004 Posts: 381	R rupe33 Posted posted on Wed, Aug 6, 2014 11:57 AM Huzzah! Hope everybody here knows about Tiki Thirstdays at House of Foong Lin in Bethesda! Does the phrase $5 Mai Tais mean anything to ye??? More info: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TikiThirstday/ Cheers, Rupe Silver Spring [ Edited by: rupe33 2014-08-06 11:57 ]
D DCinDC Member Joined: Jul 08, 2014 Posts: 3	D DCinDC Posted posted on Wed, Aug 6, 2014 1:49 PM I am also in Falls Church. Clare and Don's next to the State Theater has a semi-tiki vibe, especially on the back patio. Otherwise not much around. It would be great to get a group together somehow.
I Iscah Member Quiet Village Tiki Lounge, MD Joined: Jun 03, 2011 Posts: 68	I Iscah Posted posted on Wed, Aug 6, 2014 2:09 PM Sounding off in Gaithersburg! I'm more or less a regular at the Thursdays at Foong Lin. As for shopping... I found most of my good vinyl when I lived in so Cal. I haven't found anything good since moving here four years ago. As for liquor, I have a hodge-podge collection of places. Tell me what you're looking for and I'll decide where to go based on that. I may have recently driven to Elkton because I wanted a bottle of Mac Nut liqueur. :wink: I'm also pretty sure I picked up the last bottles of Tommy Bahama rum in the state of Maryland last weekend. I don't love the rums, but there they were on a shelf in Urbana, discontinued bottles with a layer of dust on them. It seemed a shame to leave them there.
DC Dr. Coruba Tiki Socialite Joined: Jun 02, 2008 Posts: 333	DC Dr. Coruba Posted posted on Sun, Aug 10, 2014 3:00 PM If anyone posting here is interested in a meetup at one of your local/favorites, pick a date and let's give 'er a go.
I Iscah Member Quiet Village Tiki Lounge, MD Joined: Jun 03, 2011 Posts: 68	I Iscah Posted posted on Mon, Aug 11, 2014 12:38 AM I'm game for that! :)
D DCinDC Member Joined: Jul 08, 2014 Posts: 3	D DCinDC Posted posted on Mon, Aug 11, 2014 12:42 PM I'm game too. Maybe somewhere in DC since its central?
DC Dr. Coruba Tiki Socialite Joined: Jun 02, 2008 Posts: 333	DC Dr. Coruba Posted posted on Wed, Aug 13, 2014 8:19 AM DC, you are first out of the gate. If you pick where, I think we can get several people for a scouting party.
DZ Dr. Zarkov Member Joined: Mar 07, 2008 Posts: 644	DZ Dr. Zarkov Posted posted on Thu, Aug 14, 2014 10:01 AM I live in Alexandria, VA, and you can see some photos of my home Tiki Lounge here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/drzarkov/ If you go to the music thread on Tiki Central you will see playlists posted for my weekly music show on Radio Fairfax called (appropriately enough) Dr. Zarkov's Tiki Lounge.
H Hearn Grand Member (1 year) Northern Virginia Joined: Jan 30, 2008 Posts: 212	H Hearn Posted posted on Fri, Aug 22, 2014 7:55 AM Not sure if this is the appropriate location for this post? , but I'm a long-time TC'r and we're having a BIG Yard Sale this Saturday (Aug 23) including $5 Vintage (and New) Tiki Mugs http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/gms/4631469890.html If you are a NoVa/DC/Md Tc'r and you show up, just let me know and I'll show you the TomAndrea Lounge!
DC Dr. Coruba Tiki Socialite Joined: Jun 02, 2008 Posts: 333	DC Dr. Coruba Posted posted on Fri, Aug 22, 2014 8:57 AM On 2014-08-22 07:55, Hearn wrote: Not sure if this is the appropriate location for this post? , but I'm a long-time TC'r and we're having a BIG Yard Sale this Saturday (Aug 23) including $5 Vintage (and New) Tiki Mugs http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/gms/4631469890.html If you are a NoVa/DC/Md Tc'r and you show up, just let me know and I'll show you the TomAndrea Lounge! Very kind of you to offer the tour!
H Hearn Grand Member (1 year) Northern Virginia Joined: Jan 30, 2008 Posts: 212	H Hearn Posted posted on Fri, Aug 22, 2014 9:05 AM Not at all! We just got our TOMANDREA sign from Tiki Tony a few weeks ago!
I I-Tiki Tiki Centralite Oak Hill, VA Joined: Jun 25, 2004 Posts: 71	I I-Tiki Posted posted on Fri, Aug 22, 2014 9:19 AM Do you have more than one bar stool by any chance? I live in Annandale (Lake Barcroft)and will happily hula down there Saturday Morning. Looking forward to meeting you, touring the bar, and buying some mugs. Lee
H Hearn Grand Member (1 year) Northern Virginia Joined: Jan 30, 2008 Posts: 212	H Hearn Posted posted on Fri, Aug 22, 2014 10:12 AM Alas...just the one Looking forward to meeting ya! (Love Lake Barcroft!)
D djmont Member Potomac Falls, VA Joined: Aug 03, 2011 Posts: 376	D djmont Posted posted on Fri, Aug 22, 2014 3:50 PM I could use some mugs, but I'm too lazy to drive to Annandale. :)
DC Dr. Coruba Tiki Socialite Joined: Jun 02, 2008 Posts: 333	DC Dr. Coruba Posted posted on Sat, Aug 23, 2014 10:01 AM Grand to have met Hearn, Andrea, and I-Tiki (Lee) at the yard sale. Well worth the drive in from Gaithersburg. We see you all again soon at Tiki Thirstday!
DC Dr. Coruba Tiki Socialite Joined: Jun 02, 2008 Posts: 333	DC Dr. Coruba Posted posted on Thu, Sep 11, 2014 9:44 AM Sometimes picking a place and time is the toughest part of getting together. For anyone who posted here on the roll call, why not start off by swinging by House of Foong Lin on any Thursday night. There are 24 - 36 of us local Tikiphiles are already there on an average Thursday night. We could easily get 6-10 from the regulars there to pick a spot and time to check out some of the other DC/VA spots. Let's get the shaker going! :drink:
DC Dr. Coruba Tiki Socialite Joined: Jun 02, 2008 Posts: 333	DC Dr. Coruba Posted posted on Wed, Oct 1, 2014 8:43 AM In case anyone is or can be tempted... drink menu from House of Foong Lin. On Thursday nights, they have $5 Mai Tai '44s. No better deal anywhere else around here! [ Edited by: Dr. Coruba 2015-02-09 06:26 ]
DC Dr. Coruba Tiki Socialite Joined: Jun 02, 2008 Posts: 333	DC Dr. Coruba Posted posted on Thu, Oct 9, 2014 9:13 AM Tonight, October 9th, is Tiki Thirstday XXX, come on by and meet 2 to 3 dozen local tikiphiles. House of Foong Lin 4613 Willow Lane Bethesda, MD 20815
DC Dr. Coruba Tiki Socialite Joined: Jun 02, 2008 Posts: 333	DC Dr. Coruba Posted posted on Mon, Feb 9, 2015 6:38 AM A little off topic... You can now get a decent Mai Tai at the bar in the new Arclight Cinemas in Bethesda (Montgomery Mall). I noticed (surprisingly) that the bar had a bottle of Fee Brothers Orgeat. I asked the bartender if he knew how to make a Mai Tai. He said no, but if I knew the recipe, he'd give it a go. He did a decent job and asked me write it down for him. He thinks it is a keeper, and while you will not find it on the menu, if you ask for Kenny, he'll be glad to fix you up. Arclight Mai Tai 1.0 oz Mt. Gay Eclipse 1.0 oz Don Q .5 oz Orgeat .5 oz Cointreau (they don't have curacao) .75 oz fresh lime juice .25 oz Simple syrup
DC Dr. Coruba Tiki Socialite Joined: Jun 02, 2008 Posts: 333	DC Dr. Coruba Posted posted on Wed, Jun 3, 2015 10:56 AM Thought it would be worth giving this a bump and see what comes of it. I still think it would be great to get the area tikiphiles out for an evening or afternoon. Any ideas for where or when welcome here. One idea for those interested in fine rums, there is a place in North Bethesda, just 2 minutes north of the Beltway - Paladar Latin Kitchen. It has an incredibly deep rum list and they have very affordable rum flights and a unique way of sampling from their rum list. They do 1/2 oz "tastes" and regular pours of rum. Starting at only $2.95 and a rum stock greater and more diverse than most liquor stores, it is a great way to try a rum you've never had without buying a whole bottle on a guess. Paladar's rum list: Kraken Black Spiced, Trinidad Captain Morgan Spiced, Puerto Rico Sailor Jerry's Spiced Navy Rum, Virgin Islands Chairman's Reserve Spiced, St. Lucia Captain Morgan Private Stock, Puerto Rico AGED RUM Cruzan Aged Dark 2 Yr, St. Croix El Dorado 5 Yr, Guyana Rhum Barbancourt Reserve Speciale 8 Yr, Haiti Ron Abuelo 7 Yr, Panama Brugal Anejo, Dominican Republic Plantation Grand Reserve 5 Yr, Barbados Bacardi 8, Bahamas Chairman's Reserve 5 Yr, St. Lucia Ron Atlantico Reserva 10 Yr, Dominican Republic Ron Matusalem Gran Reserve 15 Yr, Dominican Republic Mount Gay Black Barrel, Barbados Ron Abuelo 12 Yr, Panama Zaya Gran Reserva 12 Yr, Trinidad Flor De Caña Centenario 12 Yr, Nicaragua Pyrat XO Reserve 15 Yr, West Indies Mount Gay Extra Old, Barbados El Dorado 12 Yr, Guyana Ron Atlantico Private Cask 25 Yr, Dominican Republic Plantation XO Reserve, Barbados Ron Zacapa Centenario Grand Reserve 23 Yr, Guatemala Diplomatico Reserva Exclusiva 12 Yr, Venezuela El Dorado 15 Yr, Guyana Flor De Caña Centenario 18 Yr, Nicaragua Appleton Estate 21 Yr, Jamaica Pyrat Cask 1623, West Indies DARK RUM Cruzan Black Strap, St Croix Gosling's Black Seal, Bermuda Myers Original Dark, Jamaica GOLD RUM Appleton Special Gold, Jamaica Flor De Caña Gold 4 Yr, Nicaragua Mount Gay Eclipse Gold, Barbados Appleton Estate V/X, Jamaica 10 Cane, Trinidad Cruzan Single Barrel, St Croix WHITE RUM Bacardi Light, Puerto Rico Cruzan Aged Light, St. Croix El Dorado 3 Yr, Guyana Flor De Caña Extra Dry 4 Yr, Nicaragua Captain Morgan White, Puerto Rico Ron Atlantico Platino, Dominican Republic Chairman's Reserve Silver, St. Lucia
J JackLord Tiki Socialite Washington, DC Joined: Jan 18, 2006 Posts: 175	J JackLord Posted posted on Wed, Jun 3, 2015 1:46 PM Actually, I have been meaning to hit another Thirsty Thursday soon. This time I will wear the proper garb.
KG Kahiki Guy Member Baltimore, MD Joined: May 15, 2015 Posts: 133	KG Kahiki Guy Posted posted on Thu, Jun 4, 2015 5:20 AM Wasn't aware this thread existed. Always interested in finding other locals with a love for Tiki. I'm in Baltimore, and am definitely going to try to make it to several Tiki Thirstdays this Summer. But getting together at someone's outdoor Tiki shack/indoor lounge/or hut for recipe swaps, tiki-talk, and general cocktail fun sounds like a great idea to me also. Provided I'm free when it's scheduled, I'll be there, with my wife in tow...
KG Kahiki Guy Member Baltimore, MD Joined: May 15, 2015 Posts: 133	KG Kahiki Guy Posted posted on Thu, Jun 4, 2015 5:36 AM oh, also, for anyone interested that doesn't know, there is a locals get together happening this Saturday at Coconut Joe's in Edgewater at 5pm. I'll be coming by to meet some of the TC group. Never been here before. Looks fun. Maybe I'll see some of you there! http://coconutjoesusa.com/
DC Dr. Coruba Tiki Socialite Joined: Jun 02, 2008 Posts: 333	DC Dr. Coruba Posted posted on Thu, Jun 4, 2015 7:42 AM On 2015-06-04 05:20, Kahiki Guy wrote: But getting together at someone's outdoor Tiki shack/indoor lounge/or hut for recipe swaps, tiki-talk, and general cocktail fun sounds like a great idea to me also. Provided I'm free when it's scheduled, I'll be there, with my wife in tow... Something not at a restaurant or bar would be great.
T Thortiki Tiki Socialite Maryland (Land of Pleasant Tiki Living) Joined: Jul 29, 2006 Posts: 407	T Thortiki Posted posted on Thu, Jun 4, 2015 2:42 PM Kahiki Guy wrote: oh, also, for anyone interested that doesn't know, there is a locals get together happening this Saturday at Coconut Joe's in Edgewater at 5pm. I'll be coming by to meet some of the TC group. Never been here before. Looks fun. Maybe I'll see some of you there! http://coconutjoesusa.com/ Hmmmm I didn't know this was scheduled we may show up for this, was this posted at TC? (:
I I-Tiki Tiki Centralite Oak Hill, VA Joined: Jun 25, 2004 Posts: 71	I I-Tiki Posted posted on Thu, Jun 4, 2015 3:19 PM Getting together sounds great. My bar isn't quite ready for prime time yet, but in a couple of months I may be willing to host. In the meantime, let me know when and where. Lee Life's Too Short To Drink a Bad Mai-Tai. [ Edited by: I-Tiki 2015-06-04 15:22 ] [ Edited by: I-Tiki 2015-06-04 15:38 ]
KG Kahiki Guy Member Baltimore, MD Joined: May 15, 2015 Posts: 133	KG Kahiki Guy Posted posted on Fri, Jun 5, 2015 9:08 AM On 2015-06-04 14:42, Thortiki wrote: Kahiki Guy wrote: oh, also, for anyone interested that doesn't know, there is a locals get together happening this Saturday at Coconut Joe's in Edgewater at 5pm. I'll be coming by to meet some of the TC group. Never been here before. Looks fun. Maybe I'll see some of you there! http://coconutjoesusa.com/ Hmmmm I didn't know this was scheduled we may show up for this, was this posted at TC? (: No, one of the local TC'ers PM'd me and told me about it. It was on the FOM board, of which I am not a member, so it was news to me. But nonetheless, there will be a group of locals meeting there at around 5pm tomorrow. I'll be there (this will be my first meet & greet) and I'm sure a few more will be too. There are 3 bars at coconut joes according to their website, but I'm sure we'll be easily identifiable with our group in loud Hawaiian shirts lol. Hope to see some of you there! Aloha!
T Thortiki Tiki Socialite Maryland (Land of Pleasant Tiki Living) Joined: Jul 29, 2006 Posts: 407	T Thortiki Posted posted on Sun, Jun 7, 2015 4:37 AM Thanks to Kahiki Guy, Johnny Dollar et al yesterday @ Coconut Joe's. We hadn't seen some of these folks in years. (:
KG Kahiki Guy Member Baltimore, MD Joined: May 15, 2015 Posts: 133	KG Kahiki Guy Posted posted on Mon, Jun 8, 2015 5:16 AM Glad to meet you and the rest of the group! Hope to see you all again soon! Aloha!
JD Johnny Dollar Tiki Socialite Flyover, Missourah Joined: Oct 01, 2003 Posts: 3159	JD Johnny Dollar Posted posted on Mon, Jun 8, 2015 7:01 AM was great to see you again Thortiki & wahine, and great to "meet" you Kahikiguy and wahine! :D
S Staredge Tiki Socialite Damascus MD Joined: Jul 15, 2008 Posts: 130	S Staredge Posted posted on Fri, Jun 12, 2015 9:01 PM Holy cow. I picked a decent time to pop back in. I'm in Germantown. I'll have to keep an eye out for activity here in the area.
M Makau Member Maryland Joined: Aug 08, 2015 Posts: 7	M Makau Posted posted on Sat, Aug 8, 2015 8:58 PM been lurking, finally signed up, glad to see tiki-philes in the general area... Stac
JD Johnny Dollar Tiki Socialite Flyover, Missourah Joined: Oct 01, 2003 Posts: 3159	JD Johnny Dollar Posted posted on Mon, Aug 10, 2015 7:26 AM check out this thread if you all are interested!!! http://www.tikicentral.com/viewtopic.php?topic=49573&forum=4&2
KG Kahiki Guy Member Baltimore, MD Joined: May 15, 2015 Posts: 133	KG Kahiki Guy Posted posted on Tue, Aug 11, 2015 11:22 AM On 2015-08-08 20:58, Makau wrote: been lurking, finally signed up, glad to see tiki-philes in the general area... Stac Welcome Makau. Hope to see you at an upcoming TC event. Glad to see another MD Tikiphile has joined the ranks. Aloha.
DC Dr. Coruba Tiki Socialite Joined: Jun 02, 2008 Posts: 333	DC Dr. Coruba Posted posted on Wed, Sep 28, 2016 6:00 AM This thread has gotten a little dusty so I thought it worth a check in. The DC area has had a bump in Tiki and Tiki curious bars, so maybe it is time to sound the conch again for a new DC area roll call. Who is still in the DC area, and who might be up for a meet up at some of the new spots in DC/VA/MD?
J JackLord Tiki Socialite Washington, DC Joined: Jan 18, 2006 Posts: 175	J JackLord Posted posted on Wed, Oct 5, 2016 12:48 PM Still here am I.
JD Johnny Dollar Tiki Socialite Flyover, Missourah Joined: Oct 01, 2003 Posts: 3159	JD Johnny Dollar Posted posted on Wed, Oct 5, 2016 3:32 PM We have hightailed it west, so if you all are in Columbus OH check in with me - we plan on getting our tiki bar operational asap! johnny_dollar at hotmail dot com. Plus, THE GRASS SKIRT TIKI ROOM!!! :D
DC Dr. Coruba Tiki Socialite Joined: Jun 02, 2008 Posts: 333	DC Dr. Coruba Posted posted on Thu, Oct 6, 2016 12:55 PM Looks like you an Kitty have found a prime spot in Cbus and have a great hometown Tiki bar in The Grass Skirt. Aloha and smooth sailing.
DC Dr. Coruba Tiki Socialite Joined: Jun 02, 2008 Posts: 333	DC Dr. Coruba Posted posted on Sat, Oct 15, 2016 10:07 AM Saturday, October 15 at 5pm (ish) A few of the local Ohana are going over to Archipelago in DC. (won't be hard to spot, look for the guy in the Tiki shirt with a goatee)
DC Dr. Coruba Tiki Socialite Joined: Jun 02, 2008 Posts: 333	DC Dr. Coruba Posted posted on Wed, Jan 18, 2017 1:01 PM Just a check in... Who has checked out some of the newer spots like Archipelago, or the re-opened Passenger? I've also heard that Todd Thrasher is involved with a new bar that will be Tiki forward (at least) on the waterfront in the Maine Ave area which will be opening later this year.
W W8N2Surf Tiki Socialite Virginia Joined: Jul 03, 2015 Posts: 199	W W8N2Surf Posted posted on Wed, Jan 18, 2017 2:49 PM Adding us to the roll call. We are in RVA, a little far from DC, but would be willing to come up, probably stay the night for the right event.

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