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Tiki Iniki, Kauai, HI (bar) (now open) |
4WDtiki
Tiki Socialite
Joined: Aug 03, 2004
Posts: 1794
From: Omao, Kauai
|  Posted: 2013-07-28 7:50 pm Permalink
Not open yet! 
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LoriLovesTiki
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Joined: Jul 03, 2011
Posts: 628
From: NJ
| Posted: 2013-08-07 4:42 pm Permalink
Thanks! Ben - do we know anything? Like when?
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RevBambooBen
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Joined: Nov 12, 2002
Posts: 7342
From: Huntikington Beach
| Posted: 2013-08-07 6:52 pm Permalink
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UtikianVisions
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Joined: Aug 23, 2013
Posts: 4 | Posted: 2013-08-24 2:35 pm Permalink
Tiki Iniki is a new restaurant/bar about to open next month, owned and operated by Todd and Michele Rundgren, (Yes that Todd Rundgren) in the heart of the Princeville Town Center on the north shore of Kauai. I had the privilege of attending a private launch party and the food was incredible, the cocktail menu unique and tasty and it wasn't even the full menu for either. The decor was designed and built by 3rd generation and legendary Tiki builder, Bamboo Ben. The place looks fantastic, with a rock lava waterfalls wall and attention to the smallest detail through out. There is even an "archway" ode to the Coco Palms, the legendary hotel on Kauai. Its a mid size place, seating for about 65, when including the Lanai. Not sure what music will be played when opened, while Todd did perform a few songs with a live band for the party, but sure it will be location appropriate. While the food is top notch, will be moderately priced (cocktails as well).
If you are the north shore of Kauai, starting next month... go check it out!
A few photos from the Festivities:
Todd and Michele: Michele serving Todd a big cocktail offering: Todd Performing: Michele and Me (Tikiboy): Michele with a friend, who made the mosaic table top!
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tikihai
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Joined: Apr 05, 2005
Posts: 157
From: Seal Beach, Cal
| Posted: 2013-09-19 2:39 pm Permalink
On the T.I. twitter feed it says that as soon as the fire and health permits are obtained they will open up. Says "maybe" by the end of September.
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bamalamalu
Tiki Socialite
Joined: Mar 20, 2006
Posts: 439 | Posted: 2013-10-09 6:16 pm Permalink
I just checked their twitter feed again and saw this regarding the soft opening:
Open to public on 10/17!
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RevBambooBen
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Joined: Nov 12, 2002
Posts: 7342
From: Huntikington Beach
| Posted: 2013-10-14 8:50 pm Permalink
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sirginn
Grand Member (first year) 
Joined: Oct 20, 2003
Posts: 275
From: Sunset Cliffs , CA
| Posted: 2013-10-19 12:50 am Permalink
Just got back from the grand opening. Bamboo Ben did the usual amazing job, great Tipsy factor, rattan, puffer fish, float lights, tapa lights, and knick knacks. They have 3 tiki mugs with their logo that look like standard tiki farm mugs: Ku, Lono, and Rarotonga. The drinks are all fresh juices and syrups. It was opening night and the place was packed, so the bartenders need to work on consistency, but overall better than the syrupy sweet crap you generally get on the islands. The Mai Tai is trader Vic version, the Zombie is Don the Beachcomber 1950's version, they make a great Singapore sling variation, and dacquri.
Food is farm to table and was hit or miss, but again it was a packed opening night. Overall this is a welcome North Shore addition to the legendary Tahiti Nui for the tiki Ohana. It is obvious they Todd and Michelle are taking this endeavor seriously, and I expect the drinks and food to become more consistent. The staff and manager Madison were friendly and enthusiastic. I have some pics, that I will post when I get back to the mainland, but I assume you already saw the tiki mag article.
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sirginn
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Joined: Oct 20, 2003
Posts: 275
From: Sunset Cliffs , CA
| Posted: 2013-10-19 01:03 am Permalink
Some pics of opening night: sorry if the photos are wrong orientation, but you can get the idea.
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bamalamalu
Tiki Socialite
Joined: Mar 20, 2006
Posts: 439 | Posted: 2013-10-19 12:31 pm Permalink
Thanks for the update! Now I just have to wait 3 1/2 months to get there. Sounds like they'll be in top form by then.
I have friends who'll be there in a few weeks, though. I'll pass along their reaction if no one updates sooner.
Was it by invitation last night, or fully open to the public?
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4WDtiki
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Joined: Aug 03, 2004
Posts: 1794
From: Omao, Kauai
| Posted: 2013-10-19 12:52 pm Permalink
I believe Wednesday and Thursday were invite, Friday was the first totally open day.
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Viva Kate!
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sirginn
Grand Member (first year)
Joined: Oct 20, 2003
Posts: 275
From: Sunset Cliffs , CA
| Posted: 2013-10-19 12:57 pm Permalink
Thursday was friends and Family, Friday was first day open to public.
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RevBambooBen
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Joined: Nov 12, 2002
Posts: 7342
From: Huntikington Beach
| Posted: 2013-10-25 8:31 pm Permalink
TIKI INIKI IS STIFFING ME ON MY LAST INVOICE. FIRST TIME IN THE HISTORY OF BAMBOO BEN THAT I'M BEING STIFFED.
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From: Madison Fraser <madison.m.fraser@gmail.com>
To: bambooben <bambooben@aol.com>
Sent: Thu, Oct 10, 2013 4:00 pm
Subject: Unreceived Payment
Hello Ben,
Michele has informed me that you graciously extended the imposed deadline for
complete payment. I personally wanted to thank you for patience with our
company, and reiterate my sincerest apologies for the way this whole situation
has been handled.
Tiki Iniki opens next Friday (10/18). More funds will be available shortly
thereafter. I can GUARANTEE a complete payment by 10/25 (in your preferred
method of payment).
If your promise to go public still stands regardless of Tiki Iniki's opening
timeline, I understand. I hope that you would be willing give me an additional 6
days to pass inspections and get through opening week. I know it is a lot to ask
considering circumstances of your interaction with Michele so far.
Please review my request and let me know how you would like me to proceed.
Cordially,
Madison Fraser
Tiki Iniki General Manager
Sent from my iPhone
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Atomic Tiki Punk
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Joined: Jul 19, 2009
Posts: 4902
From: Costa Misery
| Posted: 2013-10-26 12:21 am Permalink
Well Ben, I stand by my friends & I say we boycott Tiki Iniki
bad word of mouth in the Tiki community is not a good way for a Tiki bar
to start-up & is not conducive to a long life span.
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El Jefe
Grand Member (2 years) 
Joined: Mar 13, 2012
Posts: 145
From: The Third Coast
| Posted: 2013-10-26 12:30 am Permalink
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On 2013-10-26 00:21, Atomic Tiki Punk wrote:
Well Ben, I stand by my friends & I say we boycott Tiki Iniki
bad word of mouth in the Tiki community is not a good way for a Tiki bar
to start-up & is not conducive to a long life span.
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Right on ATP. I saw Ben's Shout message and thought maybe he was joking. I even asked as much. I will be in that area in February and was planning on stopping by but it looks like those plans have changed.
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