Don't have any plans to go away for Spring Break? The early Spring chill bringing you down? Don’t fret—stop by one of these tiki bars and turn NYC into your tropical paradise! Sip on an overly decorated tiki cocktail and imagine you're on the beach, melting your troubles away with the sweet tang of a yummy Mai Tai. Who says you need to travel far to have fun?
Mother of Pearl
$$ | 95 Ave A | 212-614-6818
Photo: Mother of Pearl
Wandering around East Village? Head on over to Mother of Pearl, Alphabet City's very own tropical treasure known for its vegan tiki cocktails and food options. Some interesting kitchen menu choices includes fried guacamole, Kalua jackfruit & shittake mushroom, and kale Caesar salad. And if you’re In the mood for a unique concoction, try the Shark Eye cocktail (passion fruit, lemon, marachino, curaçao, bourbon, tiki bitters), served in a cool shark head glass. It's a tasty potion that will pack a punch!
Hours
Mon - Wed 5:00 pm to 1:00 am
Thu & Fri 5:00 pm to 2:00 am
Sat 3:00 pm to 2:00 am
Sun 3:00 pm to 1:00 am
Otto's Shrunken Head
$$ | 538 E 14th St | 212-228-2240
Photo: Otto's Shrunken Head
If you’re looking for the laid back vibe of vacation with a mixed, eclectic crowd, then make a visit to Otto's Shrunken Head, a funky tiki bar with a funky name to match!
Patrons can enjoy live music in the back of the bar, chat with friends in the seating area, or even snap a few photos in the photo booth. Fuel your boozy buzz with signature cocktails like Patty's Poison (7 exotic fruits and rum), Stormy Skull (dark rum, coconut, ginger), or Flying Fish (Red Bull, spiced rum, passion fruit). Cocktails are served in fun tiki mugs that you can take home with you for $6. Build your own tiki mug collection today!
Hours
Mon - Sun 2:00 pm to 4:00 am
Zombie Hut
$$ | 273 Smith St. | 718-875-3433
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Despite the name, this hangout spot isn’t as dead as it sounds; not only is Zombie Hut covered in cool tiki decorations, patrons can enjoy inexpensive, yet potent drinks while choosing from a number of board games to play. So when you plan your next boozy game night here, share some of their lively drinks with your friends, like the Scorpion Bowl (rum, brandy, almond) or the Frozen Zombie (three rums, pineapple juice, orange juice, grenadine, and a special ingredient).
Hours
Mon - Wed 5:00 pm to 2:00 am
Thu & Fri 5:00 pm to 4:00 am
Sat & Sun 2:00 pm to 4:00 am
Surf Bar
$$ | 139 N 6th St | 718-302-4441