Restaurant
Unclaimed profile10th Island Tiki
Cincinnati, OH · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
10th Island Tiki leans into tiki tradition with a seasonal cocktail menu, happy hour specials, and a flaming Mai Tai that earns genuine praise. The beer program is straightforward, with draft discounts and $10 High Life buckets. Virgin drinks are available for nondrinkers. This is a place where rum-forward cocktails and a tropical vibe take center stage, though the full menu remains somewhat opaque.
- What should I order?
- Start with the flaming Mai Tai, which a reviewer called excellent. Other praised cocktails include the Lava Flow, Guava Cosmo, and Mean Tini. During happy hour, signature cocktails are $2 off, and beer drinkers can grab a $10 High Life bucket.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Tiki drinkers who appreciate a flaming presentation and a range of rum-based cocktails. The availability of virgin drinks suggests families with teens are welcome. Beer fans will find a casual happy hour with High Life buckets.
- When should I go?
- This is the best time to sample the cocktail program at a discount.
- What should I expect to spend?
- No individual drink prices are available, but happy hour specials indicate moderate pricing: $2 off signature cocktails, $1 off drafts, and $10 for a bucket of High Life.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The flaming Mai Tai is a standout, adding spectacle to the tiki experience. Seasonal cocktails keep the menu fresh, and the happy hour specials are generous. Live music and themed parties celebrating Hawaiian culture add to the atmosphere.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Seasonal cocktails and happy hour discounts are supported by community praise for specific drinks like the Mai Tai, Lava Flow, Guava Cosmo, and Mean Tini. The flaming Mai Tai is a highlight.
Menu strengths
- — Happy hour discounts make signature cocktails more accessible.
- — Community praise for a variety of tiki drinks.
Standout selections
- — Flaming Mai Tai – a reviewer called it excellent.
- — Mai Tai – a tiki classic, though one riff was noted as lime-heavy.
- — Lava Flow – praised by reviewers.
- — Guava Cosmo – a praised cocktail.
Pricing: Happy hour offers $2 off signature cocktails.
Beer
Beer program is simple but well-priced, with draft discounts and High Life buckets.
Menu strengths
- — High Life buckets are a solid value at $10.
- — Draft discounts during happy hour.; Community mention of a variety of beers.
Standout selections
- — High Life Bucket – a $10 bucket of High Life during happy hour.
Pricing: Happy hour offers $1 off drafts and $10 buckets of High Life.
Nonalcoholic
Availability of virgin drinks is mentioned by a reviewer, but no specific options or details are provided.
Spirits
Signature cocktails suggest a spirits program, but no specific spirit list or brands are documented.
Menu strengths
- — Signature cocktails indicate a focus on mixed drinks.
How it sits with the food
No specific food menu details were available, but tiki cocktails typically pair well with tropical, grilled, or spicy dishes. The sweetness of the Lava Flow could complement jerk chicken or pineapple-glazed pork.
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