After reading all the reviews I still decided to go to the tonga room. I did ask what drink was strong and they told me a few. I think since I was asking for a strong drink they made it strong-so... More

After reading all the reviews I still decided to go to the tonga room. I did ask what drink was strong and they told me a few. I think since I was asking for a strong drink they made it strong-so try that if you think the drinks are weak. I got silly off two, one was a two person drink and the other was a mai tai. The band was out of the 80s and didnt even know Gwen Stefani song but she did okay. we had fun drinking and dancing. the decorations were really nice-not like everyone else described them. overall I give it 8. food was okay-too pricey for what we got. next time Im going for happy hour-but will miss the funny 80s music!
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The Tonga Room is one of the more unusual bars in San Francisco that is fun to go to once. However, the Tonga Room is pricey and just comes across as cheesy. The thunderstorms are pretty neat, but... More

The Tonga Room is one of the more unusual bars in San Francisco that is fun to go to once. However, the Tonga Room is pricey and just comes across as cheesy. The thunderstorms are pretty neat, but the floating stage in the middle of the room is often occupied by a lounge singer targeted at the over rich over 60's clientele. Beware the 'entertainment' charge that is automatically added to your check after 8PM.
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If you're an SF local, don't go here! It's full of tourists and loud people on cell phones. The drinks are expensive and weak. The rain shower was a joke. If Disneyland had a bar inside the park,... More

If you're an SF local, don't go here! It's full of tourists and loud people on cell phones. The drinks are expensive and weak. The rain shower was a joke. If Disneyland had a bar inside the park, this would be it.
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The jungle theme here is pretty cool, but the food doesn't justify the overpriced environment. We could have gotten better Cashew Chicken at a dozen places a block down in Chinatown for 1/3 the... More

The jungle theme here is pretty cool, but the food doesn't justify the overpriced environment. We could have gotten better Cashew Chicken at a dozen places a block down in Chinatown for 1/3 the price. If you're staying at the Fairmont and want to watch a ballgame and kick back cocktails, it's a good bet. Don't bother with dinner, though.
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The Tonga Room is a must-see! The drinks are creative, taste good & pack a punch. They might seem expensive, but a lot of them are for two or more people, so split up it's not too bad. The lounge... More

The Tonga Room is a must-see! The drinks are creative, taste good & pack a punch. They might seem expensive, but a lot of them are for two or more people, so split up it's not too bad. The lounge band sings all covers & they're a lot of fun. Some people like to dance, & there's a nice floor for it, but I prefer to sit back with my friends and take in the atmosphere. To me, this place is silly - a jungle hut in the bottom of a ritzy hotel - the elevator even has a "T" floor (for Tonga), but that's all the fun. Some people take dates, some people bring kids (but they're never a problem), and then there's the rest of us sipping the 151-laced drinks & enjoying the absurdity. Pros: atmosphere, music, drinks
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The whole idea of it sounds pretty cool, a rainstorm, south Pacific themed, a boat with a band. However, it was not as cool as it sounds. I had the two to mango drink, which was ok, not the best... More

The whole idea of it sounds pretty cool, a rainstorm, south Pacific themed, a boat with a band. However, it was not as cool as it sounds. I had the two to mango drink, which was ok, not the best tropical drink I've ever had. There were people dancing, but they were so geek squad that I felt like I was at a wedding in the 1980s. The only good thing was that there weren't that many people there and there were plenty of seats for large groups. I don't think i'd ever go back. Pros: Lots of space Cons: , drinks not that great, service not that grea
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The restaurant is an old indoor pool area converted into a place for a boat with a live band to play/sing on. More of a TikiRoom than Pirates of the Carrabian. I went to try one of there so-called... More

The restaurant is an old indoor pool area converted into a place for a boat with a live band to play/sing on. More of a TikiRoom than Pirates of the Carrabian. I went to try one of there so-called famous Mai Tais. I am sorry to say that it was the worst one I've ever had. And it cost me $10.50 before tip. Way over-priced Mai Tai. The group at the next table had a problem getting service. Customer Service wasn't a big thing that night. My bar tender was hardly around and so everyone else at the bar didn't drink as much either. We all couldn't wait to go elsewhere. The head of the table next to me let the server know that she wasn't good at customer service. I noticed the rest of the tables wasn't being served that well. Live and learn... Pros: potientiallygood, funkysetting, otherplacesnearby Cons: lackscustomerservice, overpriced, needshelp
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Do You Really want to make me cry? (laughing). Sitting under a tiki hut, sipping a fufu drink out of a plastic coconut, listening to a soft rock 80's band on an 'island' amidst the 'pool'... More

Do You Really want to make me cry? (laughing). Sitting under a tiki hut, sipping a fufu drink out of a plastic coconut, listening to a soft rock 80's band on an 'island' amidst the 'pool' centerpeice behind an occasional 'rainstorm' (I've seen better rainstorms in Rainforest Cafe - and it doesnt even really 'rain' there!), this could easily be a favorite hangout for Kenny G, anyone who prefers to be called Maestro, or any ex-sorority sister who's ideal night on the town involves wearing your shiniest sequined blouse, and sipping umbrella drinks whilst rotating your shoulders and snapping your fingers to "We're in This Love Together'. Boogie woogie woogie woogie. It was like pulling teeth trying to get a table out of the gatekeepers. Guess we didnt look 80's chic enough? Dessert was nothing special, unless your just impressed by pineapple or whipped cream and strawberry toppings. Pros: somewhat entertaining, fufu drinks Cons: service for sequins, fufu drinks, expensive
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Don't go to the Tonga Room for great food or great service. This place has a unique atmosphere that is worth experiencing! What other restaurant has rain showers every 30 minutes? The drinks are... More

Don't go to the Tonga Room for great food or great service. This place has a unique atmosphere that is worth experiencing! What other restaurant has rain showers every 30 minutes? The drinks are good - umbrella and multiple person drinks are their specialty. Pros: atmosphere Cons: service
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Ever been to Disneyland's Pirates of the Carribean? The ambiance is like that and you can have a great tasty drink while you absorb the surroundings. Very cool decor! Ok now for the part that sucks.... More

Ever been to Disneyland's Pirates of the Carribean? The ambiance is like that and you can have a great tasty drink while you absorb the surroundings. Very cool decor! Ok now for the part that sucks. The sevice is horrendous! The wait staff are underpaid and hate life! DO NOT - bring a date to the Tonga Room! Ambiance - thumbs up. Service - Thumbs down. Drinks - thumbs up!
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