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A tiki bar is an exotic–themed drinking establishment that serves elaborate cocktails, especially rum-based mixed drinks such as the “mai tai” or “Zombie cocktail”. Tiki bars are aesthetically defined by their Tiki culture décor which is based upon a romanticized conception of primitive tropical cultures, most commonly Polynesian.

The Tiki Bar started with Donn the Beachcomber in 1937. His way with drink names and concoctions quickly led him to be the toast of the Hollywood film crowd. He built a Polynesian palace for them to spend their money in. Trader Vic visited one of Donn’s restaurants and quickly followed suit with his own empire of south seas themed restaurants.