Tiki Tatsu-ya

4.7

26 Reviews

$31 to $50

Polynesian

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2 people

8 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 30 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for creative cocktails
Good for special occasions
Charming

You’ve never seen anything like this extravagantly decorated tiki-bar funhouse from Tatsu
Aikawa and the team behind Ramen Tatsu-Ya, Kemuri Tatsu-Ya and dipdipdip Tatsu-Ya.

Recently named one of the 40 best bars in Austin by Statesman critic Matthew Odam, Tiki
Tatsu-Ya is disguised by a fake travel company on the outside, but stepping in, you’re
immediately transported to another world. The riotous colors, sound effects and over-the-top
tropical cocktails in custom mugs and glasses feel like an island vacation or 21+ Disneyland.
Shareable drinks come with fire shows, and even the food far surpasses typical bar fare with
mouthwatering dishes like Spam Musubi, Crab Lagoon, Kalua Pork and the Pu Pu Platter, which
shouldn’t be missed. Reservations are recommended.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Polynesian, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 1:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(512) 772-3700
Website
https://www.tiki-tatsuya.com/location
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
1300 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704-2369
Area
Bouldin Creek
Parking details
None

Experiences

The Cave
Multiple dates available
Are you ready to brave the Cave? Delicious Tiki drinks and food bites on our lower floor with views of our guardian Shisa Dragon fountain. We offer the same menu upstairs and downstairs when booking a reservation
The Nest
Multiple dates available
Enjoy all that Tiki Tatsu-Ya has to offer in sunset tones on our upstairs floor. A brighter, intimate space great for any occasion. We serve the same menu both upstairs and downstairs when booking a reservation.

What 26 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Tiki Tatsu-ya offers an "incredible experience" with its vibrant Polynesian atmosphere and "awesome drinks." Guests rave about the "amazing poopoo platter" and "attentive" service. Ideal for groups, its "unique tiki vibe" and entertainment make it a standout spot. Reservations are recommended for the "best tiki bar in Texas."

26 Reviews

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BJ
Austin
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Had a great time… but the bar was out of dry ice, so 90% of the epic drinks weren’t available. The chicken was still good, but the tots were SO salty. Almost sent them back. The drinks we did have were, of course, stellar as always. Just wish our daughter’s first tiki experience could have had a little more dry ice razzle-dazzle tiki tatsuya is known for.
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Molly
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a fun experience!! Delicious drinks. Waitstaff was friendly and helpful, and provided a fun time during a flaming rum barrel experience. We will definitely be coming back
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Evan
VIP
Austin
53 reviews
5.0
53 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Always a great time! Get the shareable drinks for a great show :) We got food this time and the tots / papaya were both really good!!!
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Timothy
Austin
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 31 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love this place and have gone every New Year’s Eve!
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Emily
Salt Lake City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 26 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a 5:30 reservation and almost had the place to ourselves the day after Christmas. It filled up before we left. The drinks were amazing and delicious- the vibe was perfect and the staff was attentive but not over bearing. Highly recommend!
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Matti
VIP
Austin
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 16 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a fabulous experience! The holiday drink menu was a fun new addition.
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Hannah
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Made my birthday with friends so memorable and fun! Thank you so much to the staff for a great night.
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Rylan
VIP
New Orleans
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From the time we walked in we loved the vibe of Tiki, our server explained the menu to us and answered all of our questions. Then the experience began. The drinks were awesome and the poopoo platter was amazing. We'll definitely be back soon.
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Philip
Los Angeles
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Our once a year visit at Christmas time when we are in from CA. Regular drinks and special holiday offerings were all very good. After making a reservation a month out we got the worst table in the place, a two seater next to the door. Kind of ruined our night.
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Manuel
Austin
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was unusual yet great (especially the Spam Musubi), the drinks were incredible (especially the buttery Pain Killer seasonal), and the service was attentive and courteous. A++, will be back yet again!
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Tiki Tatsu-ya is rated 4.7 stars by 26 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

8 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 30 times today

Experiences are available.

1300 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704-2369

Additional information

Area
Bouldin Creek
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 1:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Polynesian, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None

Website
https://www.tiki-tatsuya.com/location
Phone number
(512) 772-3700

Tiki Tatsu-ya

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Additional information

Experiences

The Cave

The Nest

Menu

What 26 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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