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Hawaii West

729 Vallejo St
San Francisco, CA 94133-3820
Phone: (415) 362-3220
Citysearch
Cross Street:
Stockton Street
Hours:
Daily 12pm-2am

Editorial Review for Hawaii West – by Citysearch Editors

In Short
This is only a halfhearted attempt at a tiki bar, with a small handful of tiki-god statuettes and a flimsy palm tree reflecting its entire efforts. The froufrou, tropical-themed drinks normally associated with the motif are missing, replaced by a handful of reasonably priced draft beers (although they can whip out a mean mai tai). There's a pool table, a few tables and stools, and a small kitchen that sometimes serves standard bar fare.

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Insider Tips

Save Money

Grab a seat in front of the TV at the bar. They often show relatively current movies, so you can get a pint, dinner and movie for under $10.

Look Good

Hawaii West is located directly across the street from Central Police Station--even thinking about drinking and driving could get you busted.

Know Before You Go

There is a $20 minimum on credit cards and no tip line, so keep singles handy.

User Reviews for Hawaii West

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

03/16/2005 Posted by bac2a

I was visiting for the weekend, and ended up stumbling into this place completely by accident, and ended up having a fantastic night! The bar is small and low-key, but completely friendly and fun. From the faux-fiji style to the dingy pool table and bamboo roof over the bar, this is dive-bar fun at its best. I recommend any of the fruit-flavored soju drinks, or try one of the multi-colored island-concocotions, served complete with pineapple wedge and little paper umbrella! Beer is available by the pitcher for those with a Big Island thirst. The bartender (Sonja) is a trip, and may offer to play you a game pool for a drink. If Bryan is tending bar that night, ask for his famous Eye-Tai. And don't forget to check out the jukebox for all your Hawaiian favorites!

Pros: Inexpensive, Friendly, Pool Table

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Editor's Review

An old-school tiki haunt serving North Beach drinkers since the mid-1950s.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

Save Money

Grab a seat in front of the TV at the bar. They often show relatively current movies, so you can get a pint, dinner and movie for under $10.

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Bar/Club Information

Atmospheres

  • Lounge
  • Bars
  • Billiards Bar
  • 21 & Over

Recommended Drink

  • Mai Tai

Parking

  • Pay garage

Hours

  • Daily 12pm-2am

Payment Types

  • American Express
  • Visa
  • MasterCard

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