Living808 on KHON2 featuring Tiki’s Grill & Bar. Talking story about food, drinks and 20 years!

Living808 at KHON2 featuring Tiki’s Grill & Bar. Mikey Monis sat down with Chef Ronnie and Michael Miller, partner and director of operations.Alex Garcia shot and produced at Tiki’s Grill & Bar. Back in the studio were host John Veneri, Kelly Simek. 



John, Kelly & Mikey serve up food, fashion, fitness, and a full-hour of fun on Living808! Weekdays at 9am on KHON and 8pm on KHII. @living808tv | @khonnews | @kellysimek, @officialmikeymonis

Welcome to Tiki's Grill & Bar in Waikiki! We are a perfect spot to enjoy some delicious food, refreshing drinks and the beautiful view of the beach. We are excited to share that we are celebrating not only Valentine's Day, but also 20 years in business! That's right, Tiki's has been serving up mouth-watering dishes and providing a lively atmosphere for two decades.



As part of our anniversary celebration, we partnered with local charities such as the Hawaii FoodBank and the Hawaii Legacy Forestry Project. We donated all the money raised during our anniversary party to these organizations. It was a great day filled with live music from Kapena, Eddie Samara, and Malu Productions, as well as staff who have been with us for over 20 years and members of the community.


If you're looking to celebrate Valentine's Day with us, we have a special menu just for you! Our prefix menu includes an appetizer plate with four different items, a three-course menu, and a choice of our signature entrees. We're also offering a surf and turf option which includes local grass-fed beef and a lobster tail for an extra $20. To finish off the meal, we have a Divine fudge cake, a warm chocolate cake with locally produced gelato for dessert.


At Tiki's, we're known for having at least two to four different fresh fish options every single night, as well as our famous guava glazed ribs and short ribs. We have a wide variety of menu options to please everyone's taste buds.


Our team is made up of the partners Kelly McGill, Bill Tobin, and Michael Miller, all graduates of Hawaii. We're a locally owned and operated restaurant, and we're proud to be a part of the community. Our staff is fun, energetic and dedicated to providing the best experience for our customers.


So come on down to Tiki's Grill & Bar in the heart of Waikiki, and celebrate Valentine's Day or just enjoy a great meal with friends and family. We can't wait to see you!

Tikisgrill.com 

Giving Back to the University: My Experience as a Judge for Student Projects at the University of Hawaii at Manoa

Being a invited to judge student projects by Dr. Jerry Agrusa, a Professor with the School of Travel Industry Management in the Shidler College of Business at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, is a great honor for me, as I was once a student of Dr. Jerry's back in the 90's, and I learned a lot from him. Dr. Agrusa is a highly respected and accomplished professional in the field of travel industry management, and I am grateful for the opportunity to work with him and the students in his program.

As a judge for the student projects, I have the opportunity to evaluate the students' work and provide them with valuable feedback. The projects are always innovative and well-researched, and it is inspiring to see the students' passion and dedication in their chosen field. It's also a great opportunity for me to learn from the students as well, as they present their ideas and solutions.

Working with Dr. Agrusa and the students has been a great experience, and I have learned a lot from the process. Dr. Agrusa is a knowledgeable and experienced mentor and it is a pleasure to work with him. He is always available to answer any questions and provide guidance to the students, and his enthusiasm for the subject matter is contagious.

In conclusion, being invited to judge student projects by Dr. Jerry Agrusa at the University of Hawaii at Manoa is an honor for me. It is a great opportunity to give back to the University and contribute to the education and development of future leaders in the field of travel industry management. I am grateful for the opportunity to work with Dr. Agrusa and the students and look forward to continuing to be involved in this way.

2022 Valentine’s Day Dinner at Tiki;s Grill & Bar

Tiki's Grill & Bar in Waikiki offers a unique and romantic dining experience for Valentine's Day with two packages to choose from, including a three-course dinner with options from our main menu, free valet parking and live local music, as well as an upgraded package with added perks such as a glass of bubbles, a rose, chocolates and preferred seating with potential ocean view. Don't miss out, make your reservations early on our website, TikisGrill.com.

Valentine’s Day Dinner 

Valentine’s three course dinner menu Tiki’s standard restaurant seating (indoors and outdoors) $59++ / $72.4 per person inclusive price

Premiere Valentine’s Day Package 

  • Valentine’s three course dinner menu
  • Glass of Bubbles & long-stemmed rose per person/chocolates
  • Preferred seating - weather pending, ocean view tables (18 tables)
  • *Limited packages available - -  $99++ / $121.49 per person inclusive price

Chef Ronnie Nasuti’s Valentine’s Day Three Course Menu

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Appe-teasers - You get all of these items! 

  • Crispy Kissing Coconut Shrimp, “Sweet & Spicy” Sauce
  • Beet-ing Heart Beet Hummus, Truffle, Crudites
  • “A Toast to Us” Ahi Tartare Avocado Toast
  • Watermelon Salad, Dijon Vinaigrette, Feta

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Choice of Signature Tiki’s Entree 

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Specialty Surf & Turf Entree (+$20)

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Divine Chocolate Fudge Cake - raspberry coulis, locally crafted vanilla gelato


Tiki's Grill & Bar Named One of Oahu's Most Booked Restaurants by OpenTable and KHON2

We couldn't be more excited to be featured on OpenTable and KHON2 as one of the top 10 most booked restaurants on Oahu! This is a huge honor for us, and we are grateful to be considered among the best restaurants on the island.

At Tiki's Grill & Bar, we pride ourselves on our ocean views, fresh fish, and live music. Our menu is extensive, with plenty of options for everyone. Whether you're in the mood for appetizers or a main dish, we have something that will satisfy your cravings.

We are so proud to be one of the most popular restaurants in Waikiki, and we're thrilled to have the opportunity to share our food and atmosphere with locals and visitors alike. We recommend reserving a table in advance or calling and booking ahead of visiting.

Thank you OpenTable and KHON2 for the mention, and for including us in the list of the top 10 most booked restaurants on Oahu. We look forward to welcoming you to Tiki's Grill & Bar soon.

#TikisGrillBar #WaikikiRestaurant #OceanViewDining #FreshFish #LiveMusic #OpenTable #KHON2 #MostBookedRestaurants #OahuEats #HawaiiFoodie #WaikikiFoodie #TropicalDining #IslandFlavor #ParadiseEats #AlohaDining

https://www.khon2.com/hawaii-travel/list-the-10-most-booked-restaurants-on-oahu/

HONOLULU (KHON2) – Tired of going to the same restaurant for date night on Oahu? Try these restaurants located throughout the island. 


Sometimes all you need is good food, good company and a picture-perfect neighborhood to call it a good night. 

Open Table, a website that allows people to reserve a restaurant in Hawaii and other regions, came out with their list of most booked restaurants to check out on Oahu.  




Their list breaks down popularity, average price for a meal, how often it was booked and more. 

Most booked restaurants on Oahu
  1.  Deck. – Waikiki
  2.  Wolfgang’s Steak House – Waikiki
  3.  Ruscello – Honolulu
  4.  Hula Grill – Waikiki
  5.  Merriman’s – Honolulu
  6. Ruth’s Chris Steak House – Waikiki
  7. Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar – Waikiki
  8. Moku Kitchen – Honolulu
  9. Tiki’s Grill & Bar – Waikiki
  10. Mariposa at Neiman Marcus – Honolulu

For more information or to reserve a table head to Open Table’s website.  

Many restaurants listed recommend reserving a table in advance or calling and booking ahead of visiting. 

Aloha Street Japanese Article for at Tiki’s Grill & Bar

It was an honor to be featured in a magazine blog post for Japanese visitors coming to Hawaii. Despite the recent economic challenges, we are starting to see more and more visitors from Japan returning to Waikiki. Tiki's Grill & Bar has been a popular spot for many guests for over 20 years. Our restaurant is located across from the pool on the lobby floor, and features ocean views, fresh fish, and live music.


One of the things that makes Tiki's Grill & Bar such a special place is our staff. They truly enjoy having guests from all around the world and always go above and beyond to make sure everyone feels welcome and has a great dining experience. From the moment you step into our restaurant, you'll be greeted with warm smiles and friendly service that will make you feel right at home. Whether you're a local or a visitor from Japan, our staff will make sure you have a memorable dining experience.




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ティキズ グリル＆バー（2階）

ロビーフロアにあるプールの向かいにあるレストラン「ティキズ グリル＆バー」。店内席もありますが、おすすめは海を見渡せるテラス席！パラソルもあるので暑すぎず、海の心地よい風を感じながら食事を楽しむことができます。席の間隔もあるので、周りの目を気にせずのんびり食事ができるのも嬉しいポイントです。

 

左からハワイ78（$15）、カラカウアサンセット（$16）、オーシャンポーション（$17）、ストロベリースクイーズ（$14）、ライチマティーニ（$15）、カウアイペインキラー（$18）

今回、お店の方のおすすめカクテルを提供いただきました。見た目もカラフルで可愛い！私はストロベリースクイーズを飲んだのですが、アルコールもそこまで強くなく、お酒ですぐに赤くなってしまう私でも美味しく飲むことができました。カクテルにはマリブココナッツラム、ウォッカ、レモネード、ストロベリーが入っていて、ストロベリーの甘みとココナッツのほのかな香りがマッチしていました。

プラス$10払うとティキ柄のカップで提供してもらえ、なんとそのカップを無料で持ち帰ることも可能です。

  • 20

    フレッシュ・グリルド・ハワイアン・フィッシュ・サンドイッチ（$20）

  • 29

    グアバ・グレーズド・ベビーバックリブ（$29）

  • 15

    カルビ・モロカイ・ベニソン・ギョウザ（$15）

  • 16

    ココナッツシュリンプ（$16）

  • 14

    キアヴェ・スモークド・マリンディップ（$14）

  • 15

    アイランド・ウォーターメロン・サラダ（$15）

  • アペタイザーからメインまで、食事メニューも充実しています。この日のフレッシュ・グリルド・ハワイアン・フィッシュ・サンドイッチのお魚は、ヘビ（ハワイ語でメカジキの一種）。タロ芋を使用した紫のバンズに挟まった白身魚は柔らかくて食べやすく、添えてあるタルタルソースとの相性抜群。サイドのフレンチフライは時間が経ってもサクサクで、ずっと美味しくいただけました。

他にも鹿肉を使用した揚げ餃子や、ココナッツをつけてフライしたプリプリのシュリンプ、グアバを使用したバーベキューソースがかかったバックリブなど、一手間加えたユニークなメニューが盛りだくさん。みんなでシェアして色々なメニューを味わってみるのがおすすめです。


From Tiki's Grill & Bar to the ICU: Gigi's Journey from Hospitality to Healthcare

Gigi, a former employee at Tiki's Grill & Bar, recently landed a job as an RN in the ICU at UCLA. In an interview with the restaurant, she shared her thoughts on how working in the hospitality industry, particularly at Tiki's, relates to her career in nursing.

Gigi believes that the restaurant industry, and Tiki's in particular, and nursing have many similarities. During her interview at UCLA, she was asked how working at Tiki's relates to nursing, and she had plenty to say on the topic.

"Customer service, teamwork and collaboration, strong communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are all skills that I developed while working at Tiki's that I can apply to my nursing career," Gigi said. "Tiki's is such a busy and sought-after restaurant, and we're always on our toes 24/7. This has taught me how to use my prioritization skills, sense of urgency, and how to provide excellent customer service."

Gigi went on to explain that these skills will be crucial in her nursing career, as she will need to provide excellent patient care. She believes that working at Tiki's has provided her with a strong foundation for her nursing career.

In conclusion, Gigi believes that working in the hospitality industry, and Tiki's in particular, has a lot of similarities with the nursing profession. She believes that the skills she developed while working at Tiki's will be crucial in her nursing career and that it has provided her with a strong foundation for her nursing career.

#TikisOhana, #TikisAlumni, #GigiRN, #ICUatUCLA, #HospitalityIndustry, #tikisgrill, #TikisGrillandBar, #NursingCareer, #CustomerService, #Teamwork, #Collaboration, #Communication, #FastPacedEnvironment, #Prioritization, #Urgency, #PatientCare, #FoundationforNursing.

WANTED Hawaii Hams W1AW/KH6 Data Mode Hams to operated FT-8, RTTY and Other Modes

ARRL's Volunteers On the Air (VOTA) operating event.  W1AW/KH6 

WHO:  Hawaii Hams that can operate in FT-8 or other digital modes and CW & PHONE (See Bellow for More info! ( Lots of slots open!)

WHAT: Make and Log Contacts with Hams from around the world!
ARRL's Volunteers On the Air (VOTA) operating event.

Looking for HAWAII FT-8, RTTY, and Other Modes operators to volunteer to take over the callsign W1AW/KH6 for a few hours or more.

WHERE: From Your Home Station 

WHEN: February 7th, 14:00 HST to February 14th, 14:00 HST (February 8th through February 15th, UTC).

WHY:  Fun, and you get to use the W1AW/KH6  and give others a chance to get points.


 [Participants are not required to be ARRL Members. Even so, we encourage all Amateur Radio operators who are not members to consider joining the comradery with our 160,000+ current members. When joining, you'll discover support, inspiration, and advice to elevate your Amateur Radio experience.]

NEXT STEPS:

Mahalo Nui Loa,
Michael Miller - KH6ML

CHRIS LATRONIC from KHON2 - Morning News Interviews Michael Miller, Director of Operations / Partner of Tiki's Grill & Bar and an Elf at the 2022 Christmas Bar Hawaii

CHRIS LATRONIC from KHON2 - Morning News Interviews Michael Miller, Director of Operations / Partner of Tiki's Grill & Bar and an Elf at the 2022 Christmas Bar Hawaii


Located at the Twin Fin at 2570 Kalakaua Avenue, Tiki's Grill & Bar just celebrated its 20th year of servicing food, drinks, and fun to locals and visitors alike.

Know for it's ono local cuisine, live music, and the Christmas bar (available for a limited time). We caught up with Michael Miller, a partner at Tiki's Grill & Bar, to learn more about the restaurant's offerings. Tiki's has been open for 20 years and employs around 150 people.

On the menu, diners can expect dishes like Molokai venison gyoza, beet salad, and Ahi tataki.

And at the Christmas bar, guests can enjoy festive drinks like peppermint iced cocoa, pomegranate margarita, and butter beer (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic versions available). Tiki's Grill & Bar is a great spot for locals and visitors alike to experience some delicious food and drinks in a festive atmosphere.

Don't miss out on the Christmas bar – make sure to stop by before it's gone! The Christmas Bar Hawaii - Merriest Place To Celebrate The Christmas Holidays You Had Us At Merry. Are you ready!!! This is the brightest, most decorated and JOYfully over-the-top Christmas Bar yet! Follow Us On Instagram Do It For The Gram @thechristmasbarhawaii

Hawaii Ham establish emergency radio comms & send reports U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) via Winlink.

The Great ShakeOut was a volunteer exercise for amateur radio operators (HAMs) to test their ability to establish emergency radio communications in the event of a natural disaster. The Hawaii Amateur Radio Emergency Service hosted the drill, which was based on a simulated 7.2 magnitude earthquake in Hawaii's Volcanoes National Park. The exercise objective was for HAMS with Winlink capability to submit one Did You Feel It? (DYFI) report to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) via Winlink within one hour. The mode used for communication was either VARA FM, VARA HF, Packet, Pactor, or Telnet. The DYFI form could be found in the Winlink Express and submitting the report should take less than ten minutes. The USGS encourages HAMS to participate in this exercise to help provide critical seismic intensity reports in the event of a real earthquake.

Great ShakeOut - This was an exercise to test the ability of volunteer Amateur Radio operators (HAMS) to establish emergency radio communications and send in reports to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) via Winlink.


Short video of the drill.

HAMS can now contribute to a more robust delivery mechanism for critical seismic intensity reports after major earthquakes through the U.S. Geological Survey’s (USGS) Did You Feel It? (DYFI) system.

The Hawaii Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES®)  hosted this exercise.

The exercise was based on a real earthquake that occurred last year off of the Big Island and was felt throughout the State of Hawaii. However, this exercise scenario will be located inland, in the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. The simulation will be a 7.2 magnitude earthquake occurring at 8:55 a.m. HST resulting in various damages on the Big Island and felt throughout the State of Hawaii. No simulated local tsunami was generated.

The exercise objectives for Hawaii hams with Winlink capability:

  • Submit one DYFI report to the USGS with a cc: to planners
  • Submit within only one hour, between 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. HST 
  • In the Additional Comments box at the bottom of the form, please indicate how you are submitting the report via what mode, which gateway, and your callsign.
  • ave fun learning.

The USGS DYFI form can be found in Winlink Express: click on Message, click on New Message, click on Select Template, under Standard Templates, scroll down to USGS, then click on USGS DYFI.txt.

The DYFI form is attached below.
Mode to be use will be VARA FM, VARA HF, Packet, Pactor, or Telnet.We hope those with Winlink capability will be able to participate in this easy exercise. It should take less than ten minutes to complete.

In a real earthquake, remember to duck, cover and hold on!

An example DYFI form can be found here: DYFI_example_form

For More see:  https://www.usgs.gov/publications/amateur-radio-operators-help-fill-earthquake-donut-holes

Tiki’s 20 Year Anniversary ~ A Community Benefit - TV Promo Spot Michael & Ronnie

Tiki’s 20 Year Anniversary ~ A Community Benefit

Sunday, October 16th, 5-9 PM   

Celebrating 20 Years of Fun, Food, Drinks & Service with Aloha 


Benefiting: Hawaiian Legacy Reforestation Initiative and The Hawaii Food Bank

$20 per ticket with 100% of ticket price going directly to the charities

SAME PRICE AS OUR OPENING PARTY 20 YEARS AGO

Heavy Pupus Menu, Drink Tickets, and Entertainment included, plus 3 hours of free valet parking

Location: Tiki’s Grill & Bar, 3rd floor of the Aston Waikiki Beach