Tiki Tatsu-ya

4.7

20 Reviews

$31 to $50

Polynesian

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 21 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.

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
Neighborhood
Bouldin Creek
Parking details
None
Additional
Cocktails

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 20 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
4.9Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Austin
Good for groups
Austin
Neighborhood gem
Austin
Good for special occasions
Austin
Good for groups
Austin
Neighborhood gem
Austin
Good for special occasions

20 Reviews

M
Matti
VIP
Austin
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
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 December 14, 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
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 14, 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 December 14, 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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M
Manuel
Austin
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 13, 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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OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is my second visit and I love this place! The drinks are excellent and so is the food. Friendly bartenders and waitstaff and overall an incredible experience. I wish I lived in Austin, I’d be here every week!!!
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Jonathan
Austin
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a great place! Always have a good time when we go here. And they had a supply of Tiki mugs available to buy!!
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Leo
New York City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great Polynesian vibe awesome drinks and great service. Get a reservation but well worth it. It’s a really fun place for a small group.
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B
Beckie
Houston
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really cool experience! Quartet of educators wanting a little respite from the week. None of us had visited before and the experience was awesome. Really cool atmosphere, knowledgeable server, and delicious drinks! Our server Gina knew the menu well and all of the drinks she suggested were delicious. Extra special treat: when I made the reservation I said we were celebrating being dedicated educators. They brought us their lovely dessert, Butter Mochi, on the house. Thanks for a lovely time, we will be back!
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Stacy
VIP
Austin
41 reviews
2.0
41 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
I don’t drink. I was skeptical about doing here but had always wanted to come. I am an experienced foodie. I was very excited to bring my best friend for her birthday. What a disappointment!!!! When we told her we didn’t drink she totally dismissed us. Hardly even gave us a moments notice. I have eaten in many of the finest restaurants all over the world as a sober person and I am not sure I have ever been treated as rudely. Not a place for a non-drinker. Too bad.
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FAQs

Tiki Tatsu-ya is rated 4.7 stars by 20 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 21 times today

Experiences are available.

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, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Additional
Cocktails

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

Tiki Tatsu-ya

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

The Cave

The Nest

Menu

What 20 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

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