Downtown Tiki Lounge - San Mateo

This is a great local bar that goes beyond just your typical tiki lounge. The owners are hardworking locals, and the bartenders are fantastic. They start serving food late at night, which is always a nice option. This is the kind of place where true San Mateo locals come to unwind and enjoy themselves.

Sweet little bar that brings a taste of Hawaii to the city—just remember to bring your own sand! It’s cozy, so expect a bit of a wait. The drinks are excellent, featuring tasty tiki concoctions, but be aware that they only accept cash—no cards here! The vibe is friendly, so leave any ego at the door. The owners, who have been there for 50 years, love to share their stories. One night, a quirky group even ordered pizza delivery to the bar and happily shared it with us. Great drinks and even better company—this place is all about good times, with no pretentiousness in sight.

Fantastic bar in the city of San Mateo! It was a quiet night around 7 PM on Friday, but we stumbled upon this gem. The music was great and the bartender was really friendly. The prices were reasonable, and they accept credit cards. We'll definitely be coming back!

The staff was nice, though they got slammed pretty hard with just one person behind the bar. Drinks were strong and tasty. The decor was a little haphazard, and it looks like we're not going to see anything from the kitchen, which is a shame. Still, not a bad place to get a fruity drink and hang out.

It's really difficult to figure out when they are open, as my friend and I attempted to visit two previous times before finally getting in. The two tickets to paradise drink is on the sweet side, if you're into that kind of cocktail. Cool ambience with the tiki theme and island music.