Waikiki Wally's

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101 E 2nd St
New York, NY 10009

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(212) 673-8908
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Waikiki Wally's - New York, NY
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ok so they change the name whatever reason but ,the thing is that just as long as the hula dancer's are there and a good service is good then that's all that matter's most .now i'...

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went last night for the first time and was a little disappointed. the fake leis and the decor were really cute (made me feel like is was in the bradys go to hawaii episode), and t...

Don't go with a group! 4/12/2003

I went with a group and we all left the restaurant hungry. The prix fixe dinner provides inadequate food. We complained to the manager but he wasn't willing to do a thing to accommodate us. We had to go out to eat afterwards. Afterwards, I checked Citysearch and found three reviews complaining about the exact same thing!!! P.S. It's incredibly tacky, too. Cons: bad management, chintzy more
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Lucky cheng's food 3/29/2003

It's basically Lucky Cheng's food... not great. bad service and syrupy drinks. Pass on it. more
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Getting better all the time 3/17/2003

Went for my third time. First time, it was cute and fun (especially after some of the tiki drinks, but pricey, overcrowded, service slow, waited a long time for our table, and the food was just okay. Second time, service a little better, food better. Went back this past weekend, they have it together finally!!!! Super friendly maitre d', prices much cheaper, food amazing, service perfect and quick. Even tho Saturday night, not as crowded, so we were seated right away. Pros: Got it together Cons: Shaky start more
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Freezing 2/18/2003

Do not go here in winter! The food and service were great, but the heating was not working. A good place for a group. Pros: service, good for groups Cons: freezing, stools for seats more
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good, but mean chlorine smell 2/5/2003

went last night for the first time and was a little disappointed. the fake leis and the decor were really cute (made me feel like is was in the bradys go to hawaii episode), and the two drinks i got at the bar were great: pina colada and hibiscus heaven ($8-9). BUT the chlorine smell is way too overwhelming. i have no idea how ppl are supposed to eat in that first room with the overchlorinated fake waterfall (no one was eating there). eat in the back room w/the birds: dim, cozy, and quaint. food overall was pretty good, but overpriced. fried calamari was too salty and the black rice they serve with the chicken is....nasty (think licorice barley), but the chicken itself and the sirloin dish (large portion) were good. crowd by the bar was a little cheesy (upper east side), but it got better as we were leaving. Pros: drinks Cons: chlorine smell, little overpriced more
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wai not? 1/26/2003

Loved it! Fun atmosphere, different food, teriffic service and great drinks. This place was something different and a nice change of pace. Pros: atmpsphere, service more
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Wally's works!! 1/23/2003

Great concept for an intimite theme restaurant. It's refreshing to have a fun atmoshere with good food and also good service. The decor is really good kitch!! The menu is interesting. Our choices were delicious. We look forward to trying more of your dishes. Will keep you in mind when planning a party. Pros: interesting cocktails, good food, great music Cons: cold in front more
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go wally's ! 1/20/2003

...went with 2 of my friends : A swede and a german. They loved it, and want to open up a similar restaurant in europe... The decor is amazing, with a waterfall, live birds and a really cool tiki bar ! The food was great, and the drinks are served in tiki mugs, and, you get fire in their scorpion balls! This was a not tipical NYC restaurant!!! 3 thumbs up ! Pros: good food, good cocktail, good ambiance Cons: no beach more
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hawaii at 101 east 2 nd street 1/18/2003

We came to Waikiki with a large group last week end and we were amaze on how they created a little oasis in the heart of the cold east village.Try it for the great food amazing cocktail. We will come back more
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paradise in the east village 1/18/2003

What a wonderfull place is waikiki wally's espacially when it is freezing coold.Surprisinlgy the food was excellent the cocktail even better and the service was warm and very attentive.One of my favorite more
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AWFUL! 1/15/2003

I almost have no words to describe the horrifying meal we had at Waikiki Wally's. But I'll try. After being seated, we waited nearly half an hour for our waiter to even approach us. When we finally ordered, we waited over 45 minutes for our appetizers to arrive (our waiter never even checked on our food, despite our asking twice about where our food might be). They eventually blamed it on a ""computer glitch"" - also known as ""waiter not putting the order in."" Once we got our appetizers, it was ANOTHER 40 minutes before we got our entrees, which weren't hot and which were soggy and tasteless. Save your money and avoid Waikiki Wally's at all costs! more
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Loved the Polynesian night! 1/10/2003

I can't believe some of the negative reviews on here. I went to Wally's about a month ago with my sisters and friends and we had a blast and couldn't believe how good the food was. Two had chicken, I had the salmon, which was tasty and unique, and my boyfriend had steak which he raved about. The drinks were sweet, but good. Just like tropical drinks should be. The waiter was hysterical. They did get one of our orders wrong, but gave us a free scorpion bowl b/c of it. Don't listen to the negativity, an evening at Waikiki Wally's is nothing but fun. Ask to be seated in the darker room, not the main dining room if you want privacy. more
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Good for all ages! 12/27/2002

I had dinner at Waikiki Wally's last night with a group of 10 people - ranging in age from 8 to 76 - and everyone had a wonderful time. The food was delicious, the staff was attentive and we especially enjoyed Cheng - he'll seat you and give you a lei..and if you're really nice he'll show you his coconut bra. It was wonderful to ""escape"" the cold of New York in a tropical setting. They did an amazing job in decorating and the food is great too. Our drinks came out a little slow at the beginning and we had a some trouble securing a second round...otherwise a fun entertaining evening. I would definitely recommend it to friends. more
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we really liked it 12/19/2002

Overall, this place is pretty good. The bar seems to be the attraction with tons of (maybe too many?) tropical drinks. We all agreed the food is excellent. We also thought our server was very nice. The decor is out there. My friends and I really liked it and we would definitely go back, although maybe on a weeknight when it is less crowded! more
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Hawaii in the middle of nowhere 12/17/2002

I went to Wallys last Friday with a friend for dinner. The neighborhood is not the best. After 30 min of looking for a parking spot I finally found one on 3rd street right in front of the Hells' Angel's Gang Club. As you can imagine I did not park there. The restaurant is in the middle of the block and seems out of place. Once inside it is fine, the tiki bar is interesting and the staff were very friendly. For a theme type restaurant the food was good. They also have a karokee room in the back. Staff hands out lays and walk around in grass skirts with coconut shell tops. Overall a fun place but because of the location and parking problem I would not go back. Pros: Different, Fun Cons: Parking Difficult more
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surprisingly GREAT FOOD! 12/17/2002

A bunch of my friends went here the other night. It was a lot of fun. Drinks and decor were great but I have to say the food was TERRIFIC! I did not expect it to be so great! I would definitely go back to this place. It is a little crowded and loud but it is a blast. Pros: great food and drinks Cons: loud crowded more
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FUN FUN FUNNY 12/12/2002

I was a guest at a birthday party and we had a great time. The staff was cute and friendly and the food was fun and entertaining. The drinks were great. For a fun place to visit I think it's worth the trip. I could see my daughter loving this place. As a matter of fact I think I'm going to take her and some friends there early tonight ! more
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Great drinks...terrible food. 12/10/2002

Waikiki Wally's has fun, kitschy decor and a good drink menu but that's about where it ends. We got seated in the side room which did not have any heat, my feet were like block of ice throughout my meal. They brought a small heater in but the waiter kept tripping over the cord and unplugging it. The food was TERRIBLE. We got the calamari, the pork spring rolls and the pulled pork entree. I would suggest coming to this place with your co-workers for after-office drinks or maybe for a bachelorette party. Just like Lucky Cheng's -- Waikiki Wally's novelty wears quickly. Pros: Fun atmosphere, Good drinks, Live music Cons: Terrible food, Shoddy service, Cold temperature more
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Hilarious but expensive 12/6/2002

This place is absolutely hilarious! It feels like you've walked into a comical version of a Hawaiian resort in the 50s. The waiters walk around in coconut shell bras and all the waitresses are cute and in bikini tops. The decor is really detailed, kitschy and fun. However, it gets really dang crowded with loud obnoxious drunks. The drinks are in the $9-12 range, but they are elaborately garnished (some with fire) - so not so bad for a special occassion. Definitley not for a quick hang out. more
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Aloha - escape the mainland at Wally's 12/4/2002

What a great fun, relaxed, inexpensive place to go hang out. The staff was so friendly and accomodating. The noise level was perfect for conversation. It was just great - I met up with old friends there and we had so many laughs. It's a great place to hang out with your friends, chat and hear what each other is saying! And some stiff drinks! Pros: strong, cheap drinks, relaxed atmosphere, good for conversation more
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  • The Scene
    The gods have at long last answered the prayers of NYC tiki devotees with a Polynesian outpost that doesn't miss a trick. An elaborately constructed grass-shack bar, working...

  • 12/21/2005 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Neighborhoods: Downtown, East Village
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