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Tiki Tatsu-ya, Austin, TX

Tiki Tatsu-ya

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4.7
4.7
64 Reviews
$31 to $50
Polynesian

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 32 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Polynesian, Seafood, Speakeasy
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Experiences

  • The Cave

    Multiple dates available
    Delicious Tiki drinks and food on our lower floor with views of our guardian Shisa Dragon fountain. During peak times, there may be a wait even with a reservation. Grab a beverage and you'll be spelunking in no time!
    The Cave Photo
  • The Nest

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy all that Tiki Tatsu-Ya has to offer in sunset tones on our upstairs floor. We serve the same menu both upstairs and downstairs, each with unique vibes. During peak times, there may be a wait even with a reservation. Grab a beverage and you'll be soaring through the treetops in no time!
    The Nest Photo

What 64 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tiki Tatsu-ya offers an "incredible atmosphere" with a fun, immersive tiki experience. The food and drinks receive high praise, especially the "pu pu platter", and the drinks are described as "amazing" with a unique presentation. The ambiance is lively and engaging, making it a "must visit" in Austin. While some service experiences vary, the overall vibe and culinary offerings are exceptional, ensuring a memorable visit.
64 Reviews
  1. Donna VIP

    St. Louis10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love this restaurant! Been there three times! Fun tiki ambience, great drinks and food! Highly recommend!

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  2. Jadyn

    Austin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible. This place was awesome the atmosphere and experience was amazing. The food was fantastic lots of great choices!! Our table was secluded from others which felt like we had our own private space. Loved it and will definitely be back soon!!

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  3. Neil

    Austin17 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    I love Tiki-Tatsuya, and this was probably my 4th time going there. The ambiance is a cool retro travel agency meets island tiki vibe. It's pretty cool. The drinks are great, and the food is good too. I recommend the Pu-Pu platter. I have had some fantastic experiences sitting at the bar just nerding out on different rums with the bartenders. Service at tables can be hit or miss. This past time, we had great dinner and drinks, but had a not so great experience, which has really changed my perception of this place. We opted to get one of the tiki mugs advertised on their menu for $30, so we could give it to my little daughter. They brought the tiki mug and the check. I noticed the check was much higher than anticipated. Looking through it, they decided to - without any warning - overcharge us for the tiki mug at a price of $75. $75 for a ceramic tiki mug. We asked why this was suddenly so expensive when the menu clearly states $30, and they told us about it being a limited edition. I asked to remove it and they pushed back, had their manager come over and re-explain. After much deliberation, we finally got it removed, and sent their tiki mug back. This whole thing left a really sour impression on someone that loves to go to the place. I felt had I not noticed, I would have been bamboozled with a bait-and-switch. Look, I love the food and cocktails, but as a loyal customer, this is not cool. After this, I am not sure if I really want to come back here again.

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  4. Sarah VIP

    Austin9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service. Very fun vibe! Thank you for the great experience.

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  5. Geoffrey

    Austin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wish we could open more of these, Austin could use it.

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  6. Jake VIP

    Austin57 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tiki Tatsu-ya is one of the coolest experiences in Austin. It’s a must visit!

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  7. Andreas VIP

    Palm Springs5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best tiki bars around! Great food too. A favorite spot.

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  8. Maria

    Austin1 review

    2.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    I feel the food was overpriced for the amount we got. The food truck wasn’t even there that they said makes all their food so we waited for some time. And yet the food was cold .The drinks were amazing but also overpriced as well.
    Tiki Tatsu-yaResponded on March 13, 2025
    Hi Maria, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our drinks, but we're sorry to hear that you found our food and pricing to be less than satisfactory. We strive to provide our customers with exceptional food, drinks, and service. It's clear we missed the mark during your visit. We appreciate your feedback as it helps us identify areas where we can improve. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you in the future. Best, Matt and Tiki Tatsu-Ya Team

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Start to finish, it’s an incredible experience. The food and the cocktails are so good as well as the stunning presentation.

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  10. Jackie VIP

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a fun ambiance and experience! Would recommend 100% and will be back!

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FAQs

Tiki Tatsu-ya is rated 4.7 stars by 64 OpenTable diners.

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Booked 32 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Tiki Tatsu-ya

1300 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704-2369

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    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, Seafood, Speakeasy
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Cocktails
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