Da Big Kahuna - Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States

Open from 2010-2016.

Located on the third floor of a building with an ocean view outdoor patio.

This was part of a small chain that began with the original in Waikiki (@2006-2015) and concluded with a location in Jacksonville, Florida (2012-2014) before going out of business.

There is little evidence left of the two Florida locations today (2026) but the original Waikiki location still thrives and looks much the same although it has changed names and owners (now called the Tikis Meeting Spot).

This chain was known for encouraging a club atmosphere in the evenings and providing inexpensive tropical drinks without trying too hard to replicate the classic Trader Vics/Don the Beachcomber experience.