Hala Kahiki
River Grove, IL 60171-1326
Phone: (708) 456-3222
- Cross Street:
- Cherry Avenue
- Hours:
- Mon-Tue 7pm-2am, Wed-Fri 4pm-2pm, Sat 4pm-3am, Sun 4pm-2am
Editorial Review for Hala Kahiki – by Yvonne Dutchover
The Scene
Decorated with carved wood figures, seashells and bamboo, Hala Kahiki lets you pretend you're in a hut on the South Seas (or in a time warp to the island-obsessed '50s). You're just as likely to hear Frank Sinatra as Exotica while you sip a fruity blend.
The Draw
The extensive (drink only) menu might get your head spinning faster than the rum-drenched drinks, and the wait staff, dressed in Hawaiian shirts or flowered sarongs, aren't particularly helpful. But it's hard to go wrong. The Mai Tai, which means "the best" in Tahitian, lives up to it's name. For the coconut lover, the Ko Ko Mo is a delicious mix of coconut, amaretto, vodka and cream de cacao. The menu features drinks such as the Preacher's Panic Punch, Missionary's Downfall and the Suffering Bastard. Check out the vocabulary words in Hawaiian and Tahitian to help you make a toast, a compliment or a date. Just don't let the sweetness fool you; these frozen drinks pack a punch.
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Insider Tips
What to DrinkBeer and wine lovers beware: you'll find plenty of rum, vodka and other liquor options, but not much else.
Know Before You GoDesignate a driver. Hala Kahiki serves no food and it's easier to reach the bar by car than by public transportation.
The ExtrasLooking for a flowered sarong or shirt? Drop into the Hala Kahiki gift shop for men's and women's clothing and gifts.
User Reviews for Hala Kahiki
02/05/2007 Posted by piemanreviews
I don't know if they know what goes into a Mai Tai, but it was obvious from the lack of color that there was no dark rum in any of ours, and they tasted like sprite with pineapple-orange juice. Additionally the drink sizes were small for the price (glasses smaller then a coffee mug for $5.50?!? come on!!). I'd say the decor was nice, and the music original, but the drinks (which is all they serve) would make this place something to miss - go down the road and get a red hot and fries....
Pros: Music and decor
Cons: Poor drinks - and that's al they do!!
11/24/2006 Posted by phillie717
Love the Mai Tais and that it has not changed in years. If your looking for a unique place to go out for ladies night this is the place.
Pros: Drinks
Cons: Next morning headache
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