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Tiki Tatsu-ya, Austin, TX

Tiki Tatsu-ya

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4.7 (81)
$31 to $50
Polynesian
1300 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704-2369

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7:00 PM
Booked 77 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • 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.

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. *Reservation time does not always equal time you will be seated. Times are approximated and delays may happen due to table availability. There may still be a wait during peak times. 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. *Reservation time does not always equal time you will be seated. Times are approximated and delays may happen due to table availability. There may still be a wait during peak times. Grab a beverage and you'll be soaring through the treetops in no time!
    The Nest Photo

What 81 people are saying

Tiki Tatsu-ya reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Austin

    Innovative

  • Austin

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tiki Tatsu-ya offers a "fun tiki ambience" with "amazing drinks" and "creative food." The "atmosphere is absolutely incredible," making it a "must visit" for tiki fans in Austin. Despite some service hiccups, the staff is often praised for being "friendly and attentive." Perfect for group gatherings and celebrations.
81 Reviews
  1. Veronica

    Austin1 review

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I’d hoped we could sit at a special table (and put that in as a request bc it was a birthday) and, though I understand none of those were available for just 2, I was disappointed we were seared at the very end right by the door. People kept opening and closing the door, shining bright light into the darkness again and again. I asked if there were any other options for two and the hostess said no… which was surprising bc there were plenty of available reservations online.

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  2. Jordan VIP

    Austin3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great large party table at a reasonable time. Servers made it a great immersive experience and knew their cocktails!

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  3. Elizabeth

    Houston7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazingly fun cocktails and shareable drinks. Certain drinks include special sound/light shows, fire, dry ice smoke. All food was delicious with the pork and the ribs being the table favorites. The ambiance is over the top in a fun way. Service was slow and we had to flag down our waiter for drinks, to order more food, and to pay.

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  4. Courtney

    Kansas City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pre made cocktails. Good ambiance but very rainforest cafe.

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  5. Chris VIP

    Houston5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Drinks are excellent, staff is friendly, the bigger items get some fun theatrics, bathrooms are clean, and the decor deadens sound enough that you don't have to yell over each other, making it a great place to drink with friends you actually like.

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  6. Jurnee

    Unspecified1 review

    4.0

    Dined on May 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The atmosphere is absolutely incredible! I had a big party and it was amazing, drinks big enough to share with the whole table, I will definitely be coming back!!!

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  7. John

    Austin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The cocktails are absolutely unforgettable—crafted with precision.The presentation was Spectacular. Think flaming garnishes, whimsical mugs, and theatrical reveals. Every drink felt like a mini-performance. As for the food, just wow. The menu is packed with island fare that’s rich, bold, and perfect for sharing. The Spam Musubi was one of the best I’ve ever had: crispy, savory, and addictive. Everything we ordered was vibrant, flavorful, and beautifully plated. The service was also top-notch. Friendly, attentive, and enthusiastic staff made the experience feel even more festive. They clearly love what they do and it shows. Whether you're a cocktail connoisseur, a foodie, or just looking for a fun night out with friends, Tiki Tatsu-Ya delivers. It's a little slice of paradise in the heart of Austin, and I can’t wait to go back.

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  8. Kati

    Austin1 review

    4.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    You really have a wonderful server. She was encouraging, cheerful, very helpful and attentive. We did not eat any of the dining options. This time with the neighboring table had some delicious looking dishes.

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  9. Skyler

    Austin1 review

    4.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first impression was not great as they made us wait outside for over 20 minutes when we had a reservation because our table wasn’t ready and they wouldn’t let us sit at the bar. Especially when they make a point on the reservation to say that we have a 5 minute grace period, and yet they can seat reservations 20 minutes late, that didn’t add up to a great experience. They gave the same spiel to all the other reservations that came after us. Perhaps don’t take as many reservations so you can seat people when they book? Food and service were good, but very expensive and quite gimmicky, probably won’t go back. 

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  10. Jason

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time visit. Date night without the kids. The ambiance was great and different. The food was amazing and complemented the creative drinks very well. The wait staff was very responsive and prompt, though respectful and gave us space to make decisions. Will definitely return.

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Tiki Tatsu-ya is rated 4.7 stars by 81 OpenTable diners.

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Booked 77 times today
Experiences are available.
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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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