Offering the perfect combination of easy-going vibes, waterfront tables, thatched roofs, and island music, Florida is home to an array of tiki bars and restaurants where you can enjoy a cold drink and soak up the salty breeze. Serving delectable seafood platters and rum cocktails with little paper umbrellas, these establishments serve as the perfect place to unwind and forget all your worries. Nestled on an array of picturesque waterways, read on to discover some of the best tiki bars and restaurants in Florida.
O'Leary’s Tiki Bar & Grill, Sarasota
The perfect place to relax and unwind, O’Leary’s Tiki Bar and Grill in Downtown Sarasota is sat next to a shell-lined shore and offers picturesque views of the tranquil Sarasota Bay. Popular with locals, sit at the tiki bar and enjoy live music while sampling the array of breakfast, lunch, and dinner options. Blackened Mahi tacos, burgers, salads, and a Mahi Mahi sandwich are popular, perfectly paired with one of their signature frozen strawberry and mango coladas. Afterward, you can explore Sarasota’s top attractions nearby.
Skipper’s Dockside, Key Largo
Key Largo is Florida’s most alluring slice of paradise. Offering a view of a wide canal with boats, Skipper’s Dockside in Key Largo is the ultimate waterfront paradise. Located at Mile Marker 100, this restaurant and open-air tiki bar is positioned on an elevated deck where you can soak up views of the local fishing charters and dive boats passing by. Enjoy a sunny afternoon of dining on tasty fish tacos, a yellowtail snapper sandwich or grilled Florida lobster tail before indulging in a slice of homemade key lime pie and washing it down with a drink from one of the happy hour specials.
Aku Aku Tiki Bar, Orlando
A popular indoor tiki bar, Aku Aku Tiki Bar in Orlando gets a special nod due to its festive decor and tempting cocktail list. You’ll be transported to the Hawaiian and South Seas with potent rum punches in delightfully themed glasses, tiki heads, and coconuts. An intimate lounge with leaning surfboards and hanging blowfish, indulge in a Fu Manchu with Sailor Jerry Rum or go for a classic Mai Tai, while the Singapore Slings and Volcano bowls are also a hit.
Square Grouper Tiki Bar, Jupiter Inlet
One of the most popular watering holes in Florida, Square Grouper Tiki Bar in Jupiter Inlet is the home of Alan Jackson’s “Its Five O’clock Somewhere” video with Jimmy Buffet, the Grand/Slam Castaways KDW, and Jupiter Billfish Fish Tournaments. Live music takes the stage seven days a week at this waterfront gem, while its laid-back ambiance is first come, first serve, with open tables and no dress code next to a beautiful man-made beach and view of the lighthouse.
Island Fish Co., Marathon
Serving up an array of flavor-fueled oceanic feasts, Island Fish Company in Marathon is the longest tiki bar in the Florida Keys. A combination of fresh seafood, picturesque sunsets, and cold drinks, this local favorite located at Mile Marker 54 is typically buzzing throughout the day. Indulge in Smoked Fish Dip, Gulf Oysters on the Half Shell, and Stuffed Shrimp before pulling up a barstool and appreciating the stunning natural scenery that surrounds you.
Grills Seafood Deck & Tiki Bar, Cape Canaveral
Boasting a unique island atmosphere with its live music and colorful cocktails, Grills Seafood Deck & Tiki Bar in Cape Canaveral is a great place to watch the fishing boats come in and hang their catch and the cruise ships sailing by. Dine on the selection of fresh seafood and treat yourself to one of their tropical specialty drinks, from a Summer Breeze with coconut rum to the kiwi-strawberry combination in Tiki Tango and a Grills Grand Hurricane served in a souvenir cup.
Hidden Treasure Tiki Bar & Grill, Port Orange
An Old Florida-style restaurant in Port Orange, Hidden Treasure Tiki Bar & Grill is located amongst ancient oaks and palm trees on the beautiful Rose Bay. Choose from a creative menu that features crab stuffed portabello, seared ahi tuna, mussels, and oysters, and if you come hungry you can dine on a medley of seafood in HT’s Seafood Boil in Foil. Enjoy the easy-going atmosphere with live music and sip on a Lighthouse Lemonade, Pirate Punch, or Tropical Booty cocktail.
Hogfish Bar & Grill, Stock Island
Escape your everyday stress at Hogfish Bar & Grill on Stock Island in the Florida Keys, where you’ll find zen while enjoying the perfect blend of fresh seafood, strong drinks, and panoramic waterfront views. The food comes straight from the boat to your plate at this local joint, where live music, happy hour specials, and outdoor dining make this tucked-away restaurant a hidden gem. Its claim to fame is its namesake Hogfish, speared fresh in local waters and served on a bun.
Lighthouse Tiki Bar & Grill, Fort Myers Beach
A tiki bar in the Lighthouse Resort Inn & Suites in Fort Myers Beach, Lighthouse Tiki Bar & Grill isn’t your usual hotel drinking establishment. Grown from a modest tiki shack to a full-fledged Fort Myers Beach landmark, this place is a lively place to enjoy tropical drinks and good vibes. Perched poolside under the palms, you’ll find budget-friendly drink specials, including a 32 oz Bacardi bucket, and nightly entertainment that is popular with both visitors and locals alike.
Casey Key Fish House, Osprey
Boasting an Old Florida ambiance, Casey Key Fish House in Osprey offers waterfront dining in a casual environment. Come here at sunset, as the dining room here is over the bay and every seat has an excellent view of the water. You can visit the restaurant by car or boat, and there are even on-site rentals for jet skis, paddleboards, kayaks, and fishing charters. Sit by the sandy beach and listen to live music as you dine on a selection of fresh seafood items.
Saigon Blonde, St. Pete
Inspired by the 60s era, Saigon Blonde is a popular tiki bar in St. Pete. You’ll find flickering tiki totems and colorful murals adorning its interior, while the eclectic menu features fun cocktails that reflect the flavors of the Pacific Rim. Try the Dragon Lady while hanging out in the tropical lounge, which includes vodka, cucumber, passion fruit, and lime. They even have a Tiki Tuesday with a cocktail of the day and other happy hour specials throughout the week, like Saigon Sundays with Bloody Marys all day.
Miami Mojito Company, Miami
Miami Mojito Company is a tiny, tucked away tiki bar in Florida’s liveliest city. You have to love mojitos to enjoy this trendy bar, which only serves this tasty refreshment in its beach-inspired digs. In addition to an outdoor patio with games and a cozy lounge area, you can enjoy live music. While you’ll find a long list of mojito options, the mango-flavored mojito is a favorite, as well as the passion fruit, strawberry, and blackberry.
Whiskey Joe’s Bar & Grill, Tampa
Known for its perfect combination of white sands, delicious grub, and cold drinks, Whiskey Joe’s Bar & Grill features a “Floribbean” menu. In addition to killer sunset views, you can enjoy 40+ tiki cocktails at this tropical setting, which includes 14 types of mojitos, 30 types of margaritas, and an array of beers on tap. It’s like taking a trip to the islands, where you’ll find a setting that features palapas, fire pits, and live entertainment.
Jack Willie's Bar, Grill & Tiki, Oldsmar
Jack Willie’s Bar, Grill & Tiki is a local tiki bar with fabulous food and tasty drinks. It’s a favorite for its weekday happy hour specials, as well as the live entertainment on its deck on the weekends and outdoor game area. Snag a drink and head outside to enjoy the views from the picnic tables, which sit alongside games like corn hole, Jenga, and ring toss.
Burdines Waterfront, Marathon
Located in one of the most popular beach destinations in the Florida Keys, Burdines Waterfront is a Marathon-based tiki bar and restaurant with impressive waterfront views. With friendly staff, tiki-themed decor, and live music, it’s the perfect after-work spot to get away from it all. Enjoy the laid-back atmosphere as you browse its menu that includes hearty burgers, fresh seafood, and tasty desserts.
Waterworks, Tallahassee
Waterworks has been a Tallahassee institution for over 25 years. The area’s most popular tiki bar and restaurant, they serve an array of tropical treats. Kick back with your picture-perfect drink with an umbrella or dig into chicken favorites on Fried Chicken Night. Its interior features fun tiki-themed decor, which is the perfect setting to try their signature Hearty White Kung-Fu Punch.
Esotico Miami, Miami
Get the party started at Esotico Miami, which boasts a tropical, tiki-inspired vibe in a chic setting. Serving rum-centric cocktails and nightly entertainment, it’s loved for its fresh-squeezed juices and house-made mixes served in tiki mugs. You’re spoiled for choice with the long list of tropical drinks with tiny umbrellas available here. Embrace the bar’s vacation vibes, which puts you in a good mood with its Polynesian decor and lush greenery.
Tiki Docks Bar & Grill, St. Pete
Located in St. Pete, Tiki Docks Bar & Grill has an everyday Tiki Time happy hour with your favorite tropical beverages. With live music on the weekends, this bar has a fun atmosphere and menu to match, which includes sandwiches, salads, fresh seafood specialties, and a raw bar that includes oysters, ahi tuna, and ceviche. The cocktails are the star attraction, including its Puka Punch, TV Mai Tai, and Tiki-Jito, Pina Colada tiki favorites.
Bahi Hut, Sarasota
Bahi Hut in Sarasota is Florida’s oldest tiki lounge, dating back to 1954. Its live music entertainment pairs perfectly with its menu of enticing tiki-themed drinks, including Bahi Alohas, Mai Tais, and Hawaiian Honey Bee. Food is also on the menu, including Coconut Shrimp and Chicken Satay Skewers, while Pina Colada Cheesecake appeals to dessert lovers. If you’re looking for a party for two in a bowl, order the Volcano Bowl.
