Hula's Modern Tiki

. The concept here is a bit different�while the Monterey and Santa Cruz locations have more of a surf-meets-tiki feel, the aesthetic here is a mix of midcentury modern and tiki.

The dominant feature of the space is a massive, hexagonal window that looks straight out of a '70s sci-fi film set (the building actually dates to 1965). The interiors are all sleek, but executed with a variety of organic materials to bring a sort of barely-primitive feel. The indoor area features a large bar, and there is outdoor dining.

There is at least one large Tiki tOny tiki. Tiki mugs, especially from Munktiki, fill cases around the restaurant. Volcano bowl drinks are available, and drinks are served in glassware with the Hula's tiki logo. Like the other Hula's locations, it has won raves for its food.

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Satellite

Satellite has visited Hula's Modern Tiki.

May 30, 2018, 5:11 PM

We visited Hula's in Phoenix for Sunday brunch. Drinks were very satisfying, but the brunch items we ordered were worth another trip to AZ just for that. Great service as well. Would love to see the mod decor at night, next time, too!

Oidarnam

Oidarnam has visited Hula's Modern Tiki.

April 11, 2018, 10:46 AM

We had a wonderful Sunday brunch with exotic cocktails at the bright & airy N Central location, while visiting the Phoenix area in January.

Hula's has a sleek, 'tiki modern' decor (mid-century pop/surfer vibe with tiki overtones) and great food & service. Although not a classic tiki ambience, they've done a good job tikifying the contemporary, streamlined decor trend and retro pop fad.

Their drinks are a big step up from the overly sweet, artificial concoctions many places call a 'tiki' cocktail, but it was their food that really wowed me. Can't wait to go back and try more things and visit the other location sometime.

JimNeumayer

JimNeumayer has visited Hula's Modern Tiki.

April 19, 2017, 10:16 AM

While not a classic tiki bar, Hula's Modern Tiki is a nice
place to join with friends and fellow tikiphiles. Not a large
selection of drinks, but they do have some creative selections and combinations you do not see everyday.
Overall if you enjoy the tiki revolution, you should try the
place out!

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