Saturday, September 14, 2013

Tiki Bars

Scorpion Bowl from Trad'r Sam
“Hooray! Hawaiian shirts galore,” says no one ever. Whether you’re in the outskirts of the Richmond district or around the Outer Sunset, local S.F. tiki bars are always a good time with a big group of friends. Tiki Bars are a great place to be able to talk and hear other people while drinking punch bowls full of alcohol and fruit with your closest of acquaintances. 

Trad’r Sam (25th and Geary) is by far my favorite Tiki bar in San Francisco, but Tiki Haven (Noriega and 20th) comes in a close second. Both bars are decorated and are true to the theme. My only concern with them is their proximity to Ocean Beach. It is usually always freezing around these bars at night. The thought of drinking a scorpion bowl at 50 degrees Fahrenheit is a struggle, but in the end it must be done. 
Tiki Haven

Unlike the hipster scene in the Mission or Lower Haight , nobody cares how you’re dressed. Both of these neighborhoods aren’t judgmental in the least. With that being said, don’t wear a Hawaiian shirt. If not for anyone else, do it on my behalf. Single drinks cost around $7, while (punch) bowls double that in price. It’s always a good choice to spring for the obscene amount of blended goodness. You’re welcome.

1 comment:

  1. Good to know Trad'r Sam's is top of your list! It's a few blocks from my apartment and I've been a little skeptical to try it out! But after this post, I just might! You do a good job at going into the dress and prices, but I'd love to hear more about the ingredients in the drinks. The link led to a full drink menu which was helpful, but I really like to know what I'm drinking. Also, maybe a good idea to add how to get here and get back? For example, is there lots of parking for a d.d? Or easy public transportation or ample taxis driving around? Just something small that might be helpful. Cute blog idea! A very approachable bar blog!

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