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Tiki Tatsu-ya, Austin, TX

Tiki Tatsu-ya

4.7
4.7
48 Reviews
$31 to $50
Polynesian

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 63 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
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

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 Cave Photo
  • 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.
    The Nest Photo

What 48 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 "amazing fusion food" experience with "wonderful atmosphere" and "delicious drinks." Guests praise the attentive and friendly service, with standout group drinks and a vibrant Polynesian vibe that creates a memorable outing. Frequent visitors highlight the "amazing presentation" and fun interactive elements, making it a must-visit for special occasions.

48 Reviews
  1. Valerie

    VIP

    Austin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful date night filled with great service and yummy, creative food and drinks! Will definitely be back.

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  2. Roger

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been here many times and enjoyed it, but this time was far below our expectations from the service end of things. We arrived early for our 5:30 reservation and it was very busy this time so we were seated 10 minutes after our reservation window began. As if that weren't frustrating enough, the waiter came up to us multiple times to tell us that our reservation window was ending at 7:20. They tell you that you get a 2 hour reservation period, but in fact short changed us 20 minutes due to both seating us late and by saying that our reservation window was ending 10 minutes earlier than our actual reservation time. We were also not given the hand towels at the beginning of the reservation and when we asked about it were told that they don't usually give them to two-tops which is not true as this is the first time out of many that we never received them. We also noticed that some of their drinkware has been switched to standard glasses which is also disappointing.
    Tiki Tatsu-yaResponded 1 day ago
    Hello Roger, Thank you for sharing this about your recent experience at Tiki Tatsu-ya. We understand how frustrating it can be to be seated late. It is not our policy to enforce a time limit or shorten guests' visit when seated late, and we will address this with your server. Our glassware for the colorful "homage cocktail" menu has remained unchanged save the Forbidden Grog (the original mugs have sadly been lost at sea). We hope you'll give us another chance to show you the quality service and delicious drinks that you've come to expect from us. Thank you, Matt and Tiki Tatsu-Ya Team

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  3. Alison

    Austin

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This whole experience in itself was amazing and fun. The drinks were so good but on the pricier side. They didn’t have much food but what we got was enough. It is confusing because if you don’t know or didn’t do a lap around the building you wouldn’t know it’s in the back.

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  4. STEPHEN

    Austin

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    Firstly, and most importantly, the food was amazing, service too. I am going to return. However, what wasn't amazing unfortunately was the atmosphere. It was very loud, the two person table my wife and I were sitting at was against the wall and right at the door to the stairs of The Nest. Needless to say, that table isn't their best. However, it was very cold and the door repeatedly opening and closing behind me kept my chair and myself pretty cold. Add all this together and I think you'll find the review justified, but that Tiki's food rocks. But as a Valentines dinner it was a 2 out of 5.

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  5. Denyse

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a good server last night in the nest. Everything on the pu pu platter was tasty.

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  6. Shannon

    Austin

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Server was less than enthusiastic but maybe was having a bad day. I did not catch his name. The food was phenomenal but the drinks were a little too sweet. Loved the ambiance.

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  7. Jessica

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very fun vibe and the cocktails were great! Would go again.

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  8. Savannah

    Austin

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was amazing! Loud but fun environment. They really pushed us on getting out after about an hour though. Not sure we could have eaten any faster. We definitely would have gotten dessert/another drink but they wanted us out. Overall good night, just a little odd.

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  9. Hannah

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely experience. Loved the food loved the atmosphere

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  10. George

    Las Vegas

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had three drinks each - all excellent. Service was attentive, atmosphere excellent . Highly recommend

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FAQs

Tiki Tatsu-ya is rated 4.7 stars by 48 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 63 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, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Cocktails
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