NEW: The 16 most iconic photo spots at the Mai-Kai. Learn how to get those classic shots at the vintage Tiki temple with exclusive tips, history, tons of photos plus video from Spike's Breezeway. Go to AtomicGrog.com or wp.me/p1xHjT-9tq #maikai #maikairestaurant #tiki #spikesbreezeway #floridatiki

It was a pleasure to join Ellie and Ryley live from the Mai-Kai for a fun discussion of my Tiki journey and the return of the Polynesian Palace. Check out the video on their YouTube channel and the audio podcast on Spotify, Apple Music and other services. youtu.be/f_PhK41sIZU?... #maikai #atomicgrog

New on Spike's Breezeway: A look behind the scenes at the Mai-Kai with artist Scott "Flounder" Scheidly as he details the restoration, replication and creation of hundreds of lamps. Watch Scott share tips and tricks as he makes a signature lamp. youtu.be/4sytnfV1aP4?... #maikai #tikilamps

Watch Spike take on the famous Kona Coffee Grog from the Mai-Kai on his YouTube channel ... youtu.be/eWKeBpY58zY?...

Check out The Tiki Times on The Atomic Grog for all the latest happenings, plus photo-video recaps of many past events and a sneak preview of 2026 at AtomicGrog.com or wp.me/P1xHjT-2nu #tiki #tikievents

MAI-KAI BAR UPDATES: New cocktails and Cannibal mug revealed, Rum No. 1 on the way. We break down the five new drinks and share details on the signature rum, plus more to come. Go to AtomicGrog.com or wp.me/p1xHjT-8W6 #maikai #maikaicocktails #tikicocktail #tikidrink #maikairum #tikimug #tikioasis

NEWS: Mai-Kai at Tiki Oasis, new mug release, upcoming events, video and media blitz, more! Check out The Atomic Grog's in-depth report featuring photos, video and more. For the full story, go to AtomicGrog.com or wp.me/p1xHjT-8Dm #maikai #maikairestaurant #maikairum #tiki #tikimug #tikioasis

The Mai-Kai recently welcomed artist Jeff Granito, who joined manager Kern Mattei and creative director Typhoon Tommy Allsmiller for an impromptu rum tasting. Find out what rums they were drinking and get the latest Mai-Kai news, coming soon to AtomicGrog.com #maikai #maikairestaurant #jeffgranito

Behold the Jungle Bum, served at Tiki Oasis 2025 during the Mcbiff Cocktail Hour. Find out how to make one of the tastiest drinks we had all weekend as part of our recap of the 25th annual event in San Diego at AtomicGrog.com or wp.me/p1xHjT-9o9 #tikioasis #tikioasis2025 #tikicocktail #tikidrink

NEW at AtomicGrog.com: Relive Tiki Oasis 2025 with photos, video and a room party cocktail. Check out our full recap of firsthand reports on the 25th anniversary of the world's first (and largest) event celebrating the Polynesian Pop revival. wp.me/p1xHjT-9o9 #tikioasis #tikioasis2025 #tikievent

Grab the new cannibal mug (from Sven Kirsten and Tiki Farm) on your next visit to the Mai-Kai gift shop. I also picked up a nifty pin featuring the iconic three cannibals logo. #maikai #maikairestaurant #tiki #tikimugs #tikifarm #svenkirsten #tikiart

A recent visit to the Mai-Kai's Tahiti Room included the Chocolate Snowflake and Mai-Kai Blizzard, two after-dinner drinks that complete our tasting of every official cocktail since the reopening. See the updated list, including new Bora Bora Bar cocktails: wp.me/p1xHjT-9c1 #maikai #maikaicocktails

Did you know the Mai-Kai sells classic exotica albums? Also spotted in the gift shop: New hooded sweatshirts with the signature three cannibals, new Mcbiff aloha shirts, and a full supply of handmade pendants from Tiki Ray Kieffer. #maikai #maikairestaurant #tiki #tikiart #tikimusic #mcbiff #tikiray

Aug. 25 will mark 25 years since Ohio's Kahiki Supper Club closed. The Kahiki's legacy will be celebrated in Columbus at an event and film screening of The Donn of Tiki at the Drexel Theatre on Aug. 26. www.dispatch.com/story/lifest...

Beachbum Berry's Sippin’ Santa will open in November in about 45 cities across the globe. Miracle will have close to 150 locations worldwide. Full list: www.timeout.com/usa/news/vir... #sippinsanta #beachbumberry #tikichristmas #miraclepopup #christmascocktails #christmasbars #christmaspopups

The main stage at Tiki Oasis 2025 was a blast from the past, with some of the event's most notable bands returning for the 25th anniversary. Check out the live video playlist on our YouTube channel ... www.youtube.com/playlist?lis... #tikioasis #tikioasis2025 #tikievent #tikimusic #surfmusic

In case you missed it, Spike filmed an amazing in-depth walk-through of the the Mai-Kai restoration with creative director "Typhoon Tommy" Allsmiller for Spike's Breezeway Cocktail Hour on YouTube ... youtu.be/kwdNdm715Z4?... #maikai #maikairestaurant #maikairestoraton #maikaireopening #tiki

We celebrated National Rum Day at the Mai-Kai with a perfect Rum Barrel, great sipping rums and new cocktails. Earlier in the week, the Mai-Kai welcomed the Dalla Pola boys from Kaona Room for a taste of the new Mai-Kai Rum No. 1. #maikai #maikaicocktails #rumbarrel #maikairum #nationalrumday #rum

The Hula Girls make their return to Tiki Oasis last week during the Saturday night concert ... youtu.be/HWIoqREuRlQ

The legendary Los Angeles surf band The Bomboras headlines the Friday night concert at the Tiki Oasis 25th anniversary weekender in San Diego last week ... youtu.be/ufgptQV0FaM #tikioasis #tikioasis2025 #tikievent #tikimusic #surfmusic #bomboras

Mahalo to the Mai-Kai for allowing me to share some of the fascinating secrets …

Don’t miss a very special new video tonight at 9:30 Eastern time on Spike’s Breezeway on YouTube. #maikai #maikairestaurant

Watch The Tikiyaki Orchestra perform during the Thursday night concert at Tiki Oasis last week ... youtu.be/ey9OSN5ShXA

Perhaps the best thing about attending Tiki Oasis is the people, all the old and new friends we enjoyed the weekend with. Thanks to everyone in San Diego for showing us Florida boys the best time! #tikioasis #tikioasis2025 #tikioasis25 #tikievent #tikiweekender #tikirevival #tiki

Live at the coolest room party at Tiki Oasis, Part 2. Featuring an amazing array of artwork from the collection of the late, great Oceanic Arts (Whittier, Calif.). The cocktails were excellent too! #tikioasis #tikioasis2025 #tikiparty #tikicocktails #tikiroomparty

Live at the coolest room party at Tiki Oasis, Part 1. Featuring tons of artwork from the collection of the late, great Oceanic Arts (Whittier, Calif.) #tikioasis #tikioasis2025 #tikiparty #tikicocktails

The one and only Ghastly Ones headlined the Saturday night concert at Tiki Oasis, playing to a packed crowd on the lawn. #tikioasis #tikioasis2025 #tikievent #tikimusic #ghastlyones

Mahalo to everyone at Tiki Oasis who came to our seminar and got an exclusive taste of Mai-Kai Rum No. 1 (and a cocktail from Cory Starr). Typhoon Tommy shared his experiences building the immersive back bar, and we revealed a new mug designed by Sven Kirsten! #tikioasis #maikai

The Hula Girls returned to Tiki Oasis tonight, performing Tabou and other classics before a festive crowd celebrating the event’s 25th anniversary. #tikioasis #tikioasis2025 #tikievent #tikimusic

Tonight’s headlining band at Tiki Oasis was The Bomboras, paying tribute to their 1995 debut album and featuring a guest appearance by original bassist Action Andy. #tikioasis #tikioasis2025 #tikievent #tikimusic #thebomboras

The one and only Ape featuring lead carver Crazy Al Evans live at Tiki Oasis. #tikioasis #tikioasis2025 #tikievent #tikimusic

The Blue Hawaiians were joined by Crazy Al Evans on percussion for the finale of their headlining set last night, a tradition that goes back to the early days of Tiki Oasis. #tikioasis #tikioasis2025 #tiki #tikievent #tikimusic #bluehawaiians

Tikiyaki Orchestra live at Tiki Oasis with special guests: Ferenc Dobronyi of Frankie and the Pool Boys, and Marina the Fire Eating Mermaid. #tikioasis #tikioasis2025 #tiki #tikievent #tikimusic #tikiyakiorchestra

Aloha Tiki Oasis! #tikioasis #tikioasis2025 #tiki #tikievent

We're in the heat of the summer event season with Tiki Oasis kicking off today. Don't miss any upcoming Tiki happenings by checking out The Tiki Times calendar for all the details, including links, artwork, video, photos and more. www.slammie.com/atomicgrog/b... #tiki #tikievents #tikifestivals

Mai-Kai cocktail updates: New secret bar menu available, Rum Barrel mugs are back. Bartenders in the Bora Bora Bar are crafting special drinks as the iconic Barrel O' Rum mug returns to service. Check out the full story on the new cocktails and mugs at AtomicGrog.com #maikaicocktails #maikai

Congrats to Ian "Rum Ambassador" Burrell for the lifetime achievement award at the Spirited Awards at Tales of the Cocktail. A well deserved honor for the perfect spokesman for the spirit. We'll see you this week at Tiki Oasis! #ianburrell #rumambassador #rum #tikioasis #tikioasis2025 #tikioasis25

Watch the adventure as I take Spike (and Brittany) on a tour of 16 iconic photo spots at the Mai-Kai on the latest episode of Spike's Breezeway Cocktail Hour. And be sure to like and subscribe ... youtu.be/foaDd1sYhvE?... #maikai #maikairestaurant #polynesianrestaurant #tiki #spikesbreezeway

It was a pleasure leading Spike on a journey though 16 iconic Mai-Kai photo spots, which he filmed for an episode of Spike's Breezeway Cocktail Hour that premieres tonight at 9:30 EDT at Youtube.com/@BreezewayCocktailHour ... Don't miss it! #maikai #maikairestaurant #polynesianrestaurant #tiki

PREVIEW: Celebrate a quarter century of Tiki Oasis at Aug. 6-10 weekender in San Diego. Explore the history and details on the 25th annniversary, including a rum tasting and seminar on the reimagination of the Mai-Kai service bar. Lots more on the blog: wp.me/p1xHjT-9kw #tikioasis2025 #maikai

The Mai-Kai's picturesque bathrooms were featured along with manager Kern Mattei on Deco Drive on WSVN-TV in Miami. Click here to see the video: wsvn.com/entertainmen... #maikai #maikairestaurant #maikaireopening #maikairestoration

MAI-KAI RESTORATION FLASHBACK: Two years ago, a talented team of artists and craftsmen was deep into the project of returning the Mai-Kai to its vintage glory. The results are spectacular. #maikai #maikairestaurant #maikaireopening #maikairestoration #polynesianrestaurant #tiki #floridatiki

Spike was very happy to preview Mai-Kai Rum No. 1 last night on Spike's Breezeway Cocktail hour. See the video at www.youtube.com/live/RgTIDDe... #maikai #maikairestaurant #polynesianrestaurant #tiki #floridatiki

It was great spending some time with Spike on his recent visit to the Mai-Kai. We may have done a video or two, so stay tuned and subscribe to www.youtube.com/@BreezewayCo... (live show tonight!) and the new www.youtube.com/@TikiCocktails #maikai #maikairestaurant #polynesianrestaurant #floridatiki

Get a taste of the Mai-Kai at Tiki Oasis as Cory Starr and Typhoon Tommy join me Aug. 9 for an in-depth look at the historic back bar. The seminar will include samples and a cocktail featuring the new Mai-Kai Rum No. 1. Tickets at TikiOasis.com, more at AtomicGrog.com #tikioasis2025 #maikai

Skinny Jimmy Stingray was back in the Molokai Bar at the Mai-Kai tonight, cooking up some sizzling surf rock with Frenchy on bass and Kevin on drums. Here's a taste of the classic "Green Onions" ... #maikai #maikairestaurant #skinnyjimmystingray #molokaibar #surfguitar

Mahalo to Tempus Fugit Spirits for resurrecting our Return of the Zombie Dolphin from Halloween 2023 using their Crème de Banane. Okole maluna! Check out our original story and recipe on The Atomic Grog: bit.ly/4nVRMrX #cocktail #rumcocktail #tikidrink #tikicocktail #hamiltonrum #beachbumberry

South Florida's surf guitar king is back in the Molokai Bar ... #maikai #maikairestaurant #molokaibar #surfguitar

The Mai-Kai bar program reached new heights in June with multiple special events, guest bartenders and unique cocktails. Recap, photos, video and detailed reviews of the creative drinks plus news on Mai-Kai Rum No. 1 and next month's Tiki Oasis symposium: wp.me/p1xHjT-8W6 #maikaicocktails #maikai

Has it been a year already since the grand opening of Morgan's Cove? Congratulations to Marie King and the entire 23 Restaurant Services team who made it happen. Join them Tuesday for their anniversary party with Rhum Clement. #morganscove #donthebeachcomber #ganttreservecollection #rhumclement