Bootlegger Tiki

Bootlegger Tiki is a nice little Tiki bar in the general downtown Palm Springs area. Since the indoor seating only holds about 20-22 people, reservations are highly recommended. The outdoor seating under the covered patio is good for maybe another 30 or so. The service was good, as were the drinks. I had the Blackbeard’s Booty and the Rum Runner. Both drinks were well executed and plenty boozy. There is no food listed on the menu and I’m not sure if they will let you have food brought in. All in all, it was a pretty good experience.

Amazing and intimate Tiki experience! A must-see for Tiki afficianados! Andrea the bartender knows her stuff and she mixes up tasty and perfectly proportioned cocktails. Each cocktail is made from scratch. We had a classic 1934 Zombie and a Rumrunner. Both hit the spot! There are several Tiki bars in Palm Springs but this one is pure Tiki without the kitsch. Reservations are a good idea since seating is very limited.

If Dealer Danny is behind the bar get Dealer's Choice. We ordered two different ones and they were phenomenal. I'm not a big rum/tiki drinker and I would drink them again. The Thai Iced Tiki is also a worthwhile choice. Our server Melissa was fantastic and added to our experience.

One of my favorite places to grab a drink in Palm Springs! The inside is small but has a really nice old school tiki bar vibe. Would highly recommend a Painkiller or their signature “Cobra Bite” drink!

This place has great drinks - strong, tasty, and visually unique! The service was good. They don't have food, but serve snacks (we got pretzels). Reservations are HIGHLY recommended and you will most likely be turned away if you don't have one.

This place was great. It is very small, so when they say you need reservations, they mean it. The tiki decor is spot on, there's a great drink menu and the service was friendly. The drinks are around $15 each, and you're going to want to try more than one.

We paid a visit here late afternoon. We did not have a reservation but a small table next to the door was available as well as seats at the bar. Initially we sat at the table. However it was located right under a speaker and the music was too loud so we moved to seats at the bar. The majority of the seating is large booths which just don't seem to work well within the small space. It seems we did not hit it off with the bartender from the get go possibly due to the fact we asked for mai tais from the happy hour menu one minute prior to happy hour ending. The mai contained quite a bit of crushed ice and not enough actual drink. I followed my mai tai up with a Foam Party drink. It was just ok and definitely not worth the high price as it was served in a small martini type glass. We noticed that a couple of other parties near us were enjoying complimentary pretzels. However we were never offered any. We did not get a friendly vibe from either the bartender or the hostess. The music being played was anything but tropical, tiki or Polynesian themed which one would usually expect would be played at a Tiki Bar. We left disappointed and un-impressed.

Of the 3 tikibars of Palm Springs this has the best cocktails. Also note: no kitchen. Andrea was our bartender and she was very knowledgeable and fun to talk with. The bar has 27 seats and reservations are required. I had 4 drinks and an Uber, enjoyed every last of them and I'll be revisiting before my stay here is over. 2nd visit: pineapple glass: Rum Runner Tall glass: Mai-Papaya

Came for their happy hour on a Mon around 4:30 and they didn't have any space inside but there was a good amount of space on their outdoor patio. I got the Pina Marg with tequila (also had mezcal option) and made it spicy with a tajin rim. It had a good pineapple flavor and wasn't too sweet. It had a tiny bit of heat but I could have used a bit more. Others in my group got drinks off their standard menu and they came in fun containers and toppings. They were both pretty sweet though. Service was fast and friendly. I'd definitely recommend this place.

Small tiki bar in Palm Springs - inside is everything you want a tiki bar to be with kitsh and a fun ambiance, however, you do need a reservation to be sat there. We did not so outside we went! It was a little bit chilly even with the heat lamps, however, the cocktails are SO creative and fun presented. It was absolutely worth it in that regard. I got their Thai Tiki drink (based on thai tea) and it came out in a to-go box with a fortune cookie. All the other garnished and details for the drinks were really appreciated.

Now here's a tiki bar with cred because long ago, the space was Don the Beachcomer, the progenitor of all tiki bars. Jamie W and I were staying within easy walking distance, so we took a stroll after dark to seek out some tropical libations in Palm Springs. We entered and noticed how dark and small it was. At the same time, bamboo accents and vintage tiki decor dominated the space and threw us back in time. The nice hostess led us to the one vacant booth. We reviewed the combination of original creations and classic cocktails that made up their menu. Jamie went for the $18 No Photos Allowed, a tantalizing mix of tequila, white rum, banana liqueur, blue curaçao, lemon, lime, guava, lemongrass, and tiki bitters (photo: https://yelp.to/NvgKKafvTm). It had more of a jagged edge than a sweet one, but it worked nonetheless. I ordered the familiar $16 Painkiller, a truly tropical blend of dark and gold rum, pineapple, orange, coconut cream, and nutmeg (photo: https://yelp.to/XgskufE0wK). That was more masterfully executed and proved the known classics are hard to screw up. Round 2 was a more mundane affair as Jamie went for the proven Painkiller. I ordered the rather soothing $17 Kona Coffee, a mix of cold-brew coffee liqueur, cacao rum, macadamia nut liqueur, and coconut cream (photo: https://yelp.to/g-u7DoCo-s). Less tiki, more espresso bar, but quite tasty. We were here on a Sunday night, and it filled up quickly. Just keep that in mind should the tiki mood strike you. COCKTAILS - 4 stars...classics deliver a bit more than the originals AMBIANCE - 4.5 stars...authentically vintage...dark, intimate, smallish SERVICE - 4.5 stars...a fine hostess/server TOTAL - 4 stars...Don the Beachcomber reborn RELATED - Exploring Palm Springs? Here's my collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2uqw6KW

I almost hate to share this, but bootlegger is by far the best quality, next level Tiki lounge experience. It takes lounge to Hart. Dark lit with red puffer fish lanterns. The cocktails are beautifully crafted. Inside seating is very small unlimited. Highly recommend reservations if you're bringing any more than two people. There's also outside seating with a heated patio. We basically did a tour of all of the tiki lounges in Palm Springs and this was our number one favorite

Love the bootlegger. Come here whenever we are in Palm Springs. The atmosphere is great. But it is tiny so do make a reservation. The service is always top notch. We like to sit at the bar to talk to the bartender. Last night was no different. The bartender, Andrea, was personable and made great drinks. As always we indulged in a few options off the rotating menu: Topless Beach-tasty, a little sweet but not too much Blackbeards Booty-the berry liqueurs were the forward notes Thai Iced Tiki-like a strong dessert, serviced in a Chinese takeout box it's a great presentation Mai Papaya-sweet and tasty, very drinkable Rhubarbie-something unique about the flavor (probably the rhubarb) but overall good as always. Mai Tai-strong, traditional, good Highly recommend.

Wow. What a spot. Give them your drink likes and the build around it. Two fantastic drinks tonight. Bartender was courteous and way cool.

We stopped by Bootlegger Tiki earlier this week for some early evening drinks. The vibe is fun, dimly lit in red lighting with some classic tropical elements throughout. The menu has a slew of unique tiki drinks, with a small selection of classics as well. I stuck to the classics - the Mai Tai, Rum Runner, and Zombie were all great. My wife explored the more adventuresome fare - the Queen's Chair was her favorite. Service was attentive - our glasses never went empty. This is a cozy spot - seating is limited, so I would recommend reservations, especially if you're going with a bigger group.

I loved my experience here! We arrived right around opening at 3:10 pm on a Friday to enjoy the happy hour. There were already a few people inside and we were greeted and sat right away. This place is small, but there were a few booths and other seating. I liked how dark it was inside and the decor was nice. There was one restroom, but it was nice and clean. The happy hour had good deals, my favorite was the pineapple margarita. We also tried the Painkiller and a papaya drink that they had, which were both delightful. The painkiller is a good option if you want something creamy and the papaya drink was fresh. I highly recommend this place to tiki drink lovers or anyone looking to try new tasty drinks. Overall it was a great experience and I'd like to come back on my next visit to Palm Springs.

Going to a tiki bar is always a good idea. Especially when it's super hot outside and you need to kick back with a cold drink! This is a totally cute place managed by a husband and wife. The team provides unique drinks to enjoy in a cool environment. This bar is small so get there when they open. Always best to make a reservation online if you want a guarantee seat. Especially if you have a group, you need a reservation as they only have a limited number of booth. In addition to booths there is bar seating. Happy hour is during the first hour the bar is open.

Where do I start? From our "private" seating at the low bar spot (ask for it, trust me), to the staff, to the drinks...everything about this place was absolutely on point. I had the Cobra Bite and the Zombie and was in absolute heaven with both choices...ngl, I'd drive from Arizona just to drink here.

So glad we happened onto this place on our recent trip to Palm Springs. Did not have reservation (recommend as it is small) but had room on patio. Drinks were OUTSTANDING and gorgeous to boot. Our server was lovely and gave good recommendations. Would highly recommend!

Small and cozy, a little off the main drag of downtown Palm Springs. We popped in on a Tuesday night around 9pm and were shocked we were the only ones there. My husband was static to have the bartender all to himself. He loved all the drinks he had and provided an extensive list of beverages. They have late night happy hour which is a bonus for us night creatures. Will absolutely be back

Made it to Palm springs just for the sake of tiki bar's hunting. It's about 1.75 hours drive and we made it around 3.15 pm on Friday afternoon. Very scenic drive to Palm Springs with all those mountains. They open at 3 pm and we didn't make any reservation.Went in and the server asked if I want to seat inside? I'm confused and asked "this is not inside?" Silly me and she said " this is inside but we have outdoor seating if you like" (probably at the back? Because I didn't see any ) and coming from ME, it's 100% inside for me. We got one of the 3 booth. Very tiny place inside. Probably 8 seats by the bar and 3 spacious booth that can fit 4 people each. They have happy hour at the first and last hour but no way I drove to Palm Springs for Chang's beer or rum and coke LOL. Hub warned me that Bootlegger Tiki will have higher quality drink than Tonga Hut -the next pit stop. They have quite complete selection of rum. There's no shortage of rum for sure. We ordered cobra bite (limit one per person) and zombie. I was why it's limit for 1 person and why it's $23. Closer look I realized they used OFTD, Dr Bird, Wray and nephew Look I didn't know what to expect when I went to bootlegger tiki because I didn't plan to come to Palm spring at all and I'm pleasantly surprise that the drink is super balance and not overly sweet. Totally recommend this place. I just can't order another drink because I'm on a time crunch and also want to go to Tonga Hut. Definitely will come back Bonus pic of the strip in Palm Springs and I actually blend in with the Palm trees.

This place is an authentic Tiki Haven. From the moment you walk in the bar delights all the senses. The knowledgeable staff dishes out great tiki cocktails with local spirits that are a pleasure to look at and drink. You can't help but leave happy and buzzed. I highly recommend to make a reservation as the place gets packed.

Cute little tiki bar, inside is very small. I made a reservation to sit outside since there was 7 of us for my sisters bachelorette party. The vibe was really chill they were playing jazz music, I wouldn't recommend for a big group as it is more on the chill side and quiet. I unfortunately couldn't enjoy a drink because I was 8 months pregnant but the rest of the crew enjoyed their drinks and they looked delicious!

Super clean and great ambiance! After a dinner in downtown Palm Springs, we decided to give Bootlegger Tiki a go since we have been fans of Tonga Hut for quite some time. Upon walking in, you will notice that the size is much smaller than that of Tonga Hut, but the atmosphere is great. There's no natural light coming in, so the experience of a tiki lounge is in full effect. Inside, the walls and ceiling are fully decorated, and the background music gives the room a very relaxing vibe. The staff was very friendly, and the waitress who helped us gave me a solid drink recommendation. We stayed for about an hour, playing cards and chatting, and left very happy that we came in. If I had to pick a negative, it would be if you're in a big party and looking for a bar to go to. This only applies to the main bar area and if you're looking to get the full experience. We went during a slow time and nobody was on the patio or other area. This did NOT impact our experience of visiting Bootlegger Tiki, but if you're parking, be aware of parking in the neighborhood. I incorrectly read the sign for parking, and when we came out of the bar, our car was SOAKED. Not kidding... It did not rain, and the homeowner of the house we parked in front of took it upon themselves to shower our car. If you take a look at the picture I attached, I took it as a two-hour parking sign and must have taken the "no parking" element as an AM to PM, as 6 pm to 2 am is not a typical sign that I've seen. The next day, we also found a parking ticket in our car, but none of the information about our car was correct. My guess is that this homeowner is a pain to Palm Springs PD and has no shame in wasting the time and energy of their city's resources.

Amazing! I got the Dealer's Choice and a Mai Tai and both were fabulous! Loved the vibe and each and every staff member was attentive and made sure we were taken care of. I cannot wait to come back!

This bar is great! The drinks are fun and creative, and they come in the cutest cups. It's cozy with limited seating, but if you can get in, it's definitely worth it. You should check it out!

We went twice while in Palm Springs. Good, traditional old school drinks and tiki bar. No food, though it was once a restaurant way back when. The bartender was very friendly and told stories of its heyday back in the 1960s. First visit we sat at the bar. Second visit we sat at a table. Service was good all around. Well worth a visit if you're into old school tiki.

It's small and dark inside, and the booths are comfortable. I have been to other tiki bars that go a little heavier on the tiki decor, so I did think that was lacking a little bit here if that's the vibe you're going for, but it did not take away from the drink being delicious. I enjoyed my time there, and we were well taken care of.

Super cute little tiki bar in Palm Springs. A really nice break from the standard bars elsewhere. Drinks were tasty, the vibe was fun and playful. The service was just okay, to be honest, they weren't that engaged the night we were there, but still, the tasty drinks and the fun vibe made up for that, mostly.

Excellent service and Atmosphere. I came here on a Wednesday night and the patio was rockin. Our server was extremely polite and we ordered a round of Cobra Bite Cocktails. Yes they is the go to drink here. I had one and felt the Bite!! Thanks again Bootlegger!! I'll definitely return soon!!

Place was small but very on theme. Bartender was friendly. I recommend a reservation due to the space. We were walk-ins and the place was not packed so we lucked out. I ordered the zombie and my husband ordered the cobra bite. The drinks were good and loaded. Bootlegger Tikis came correct! Bar won't let you order more than 1 cobra bite and we learned that the hard way. The cobra bite don't play! Will definitely come back and try more drinks

Best Mai Tai's in Palm Springs!! Danny the bartender is amazing!! It's a small place that isn't on the main drag so look it up and don't miss out!!!

What a joke. This place was pathetic - the service was terrible and so was the vibe. The staff ignored us completely with a half empty bar. Banana liqueur needs to go, no one wants that in a drink. It's been a while since I've been this incensed by an establishment but I've received better service at a Waffle House. $18 for a cocktail... glad I didn't get to experience that waste of money and left after 30 minutes and a cup of tap water. Go elsewhere.

The vibe here is very relaxed and I really enjoyed it! Most drinks have rum, but some have other alcohols in them too! It's pretty small inside, with a small outside area. I'd recommend making a reservation if you can due to how busy they can get. Definitely check it out!

We came by This little bar for a bridal shower, it was suppose to have really good reviews for drinks and stuff. You pay a 60 dollar deposit for reservations and gratuity is automatically 18%. It was pretty stuffy inside the place and the waitress was a little dry with us. The drinks weren't that great to begin with it. There was too many words in one drink that it made it overwhelming to even Pick somethi Not sure how I feel about this place, but definitely not going back.

Cute little tiki bar that was within walking distance to our hotel. We went at happy hour during the middle of the week so it's wasn't crowded. While they have a nice outdoor patio area with misters, we decided to sit inside. It is pretty dim in there with red mood lighting which I found nice but when the front door opened you were blinded by the summer sun. I particularly liked the decor and the intimate feel plus the service was great and the drinks very tasty!

What a fun little spot. We made a reservation so we could immediately be seated. We sat at the lower part of the bar, and drinks including water were promptly made and served. It is a tiny bar, but there is also outdoor seating. The drinks we had were strong and tasty. The bartenders were extremely attentive and answered our questions. I wish we could have stayed longer but we had a reservation to get to. We walked from our hotel here, and it didn't feel too bad of a walk. There is no food, so make sure to eat beforehand or be warned, you will walk out tipsy.

The drinks were good but not great. The service was decent. The atmosphere inside was nice but limited. Ultimately if they had food I would enjoy it but without food I won't be back.

Great place, innovative cocktails. What a unique, hip, and cool gem in Palm Springs! Make reservations as this place is small. But worth it!

Cool place, but it was a lot smaller than I was expecting. The vibe was really really REALLY chill. Maybe it's just the time we were here? (Reservation for 5pm). I thought it was going to be a little louder, a little crazier. My drink was good, the Sandy Bite I think it was called. We enjoyed ourselves, but personally it didn't hit what I wanted in a Tiki bar. Oh well

It was a good tiki bar. I made a reservation but then realized there were actually a ton of tiki bars down in Palm Springs. You can only book with reservation and there's a $30 cancellation fee. Really wish I had planned ahead. They have a limited selection of yummy cocktails and no snacks/food offerings. I really enjoyed my mai tai! The cocktails and service were great. But didn't get a huge tiki feel outside. I'm happy we got to try it out, but I probably won't be back.

We stopped in here to start are tiki vacation last weekend . This place has a supper friendly bar staff and some of the best tiki drinks I have ever had! We stayed at the reef and did dinner it the touga hut the next night , never had a better drink at either ! Must stop location for the real deal !!! Will come back ever time I'm in town

Best Tiki drinks in the Valley...! Highly recommend the Rum Runner among a list of fantastic choices!

Beautiful bar, the drinks were great the ambiance was perfect. It is a smaller bar, if you're looking to sit inside definitely get a reservation. 100% recommend.

this IS exactly what i expect from a TIKI BAR.....super creative cocktails with fun garnishes, totally old schook tiki vibe & friendly staff. SOOO many cocktails to choose from with a lot of unique ingredients with the appropriate vintage style cocktail glasses, i even had one cocktail served in a chinese take-out container, SO COOL. decor is awesome too!! giant blow fish turned into lighting fixtures, tons of bamboo & woven palm decorate the walls & ceiling. been here before & it's always a MUST DO when we visit palm springs!!!!

Fun new tiki joint on the north side of the PS strip. Small on the inside but with fresh decor. For me the treat was the outdoor seating, great view of the mountains and the strip, and Supes dog friendly. We met a cute family sitting nearby and talked for most of our stay. Staff were dog lovers, made sure our elder dog was well watered and loved. Every single drink was spectacular. My top choice was their bananas foster take on hot buttered rum. But they're famous for the DONNBEACH 1934 ZOMBIE Plantation 5yr Gold, Coruba Dark Rum, Hamilton 151, Grapefruit, Lime, Falernum, Grenadine, Cinnamon, Herbastura Bitters I think you can only order two.

Came here for drinks and got the punch bowl to share between 3 people. Drinks were good and the service was good as well. Nothing crazy special. The ambiance outdoors is nice as their patio area has misters and inside it is a bit small.

Loved the cocktail and the Tiki atmosphere we were looking for. Very intimate and delicious cocktails. Prices on the expensive side but I guess that's PS!

What a fun place to go for some original drinks. Allyson, the bartender was so friendly and knowledgeable. We tried a few drinks on the menu and then had Allyson make us a few drinks with flavor profiles we liked. All were fabulous! I would highly recommend the Man Eating Plant. We sat at the bar, but there are a few booths inside. Small inside and dimly lit with a cool tiki vibe. There is outside seating but it's way too hot in PS right now to sit outside. Go to Bootlegger. You won't be disappointed.

A modern tiki lounge with a quiet spread out patio and absolutely remarkable cocktails. The care and thought going into them is quite impressive. The drinks are well made and twists in various traditional tiki tails. It's probably one of the better lounges I've been anywhere. They also go to the trouble of avoiding tacky tiki wears all over and have found a more upscale vibe in their decorations. It's simply a fun place that's super clean and with very knowledgeable staff and bar tenders you can experience some really unique drink expressions. Don't come here for food as the only nibbles they have are pretzels. And I'd also suggest coming with a base layer as a drink or two can get you nice and toasty! Most people coming in as we sat there arrived by Uber and I would highly recommend that for safety's sake!

We wanted to grab drinks before going to dinner and we found this little gem. We went on a Wednesday evening so it wasn't crowded and we chose to sit inside since the patio was a little more crowded. It was happy hour (4-6pm). The space has limited seating so it maybe tricky for larger parties or if they are busy. The staff was very nice. The drinks were good. I ordered Hot Girl Summer and it was delicious. Just be aware they don't serve food so drinks only. Great place for a couple of drinks!

LOVE this place. Flew in from the Bay Area this weekend and came across this gem. Staff was great and the inside was gorgeous. I felt like I was in the islands. Every single drink I ordered was amazing ! Great music too.

I came here several years ago and it was just the same as I remember this time. The drinks are wonderful. I loved the guavacolada. It is lovely to see the care and effort taken with the decor and garnishes on these drinks which really elevates the experience. The interior is very dark, even during the daytime. However, you can opt to sit outside on the patio, which has sun shades that can be lowered and a mister which is a nice touch in the hot afternoon.

Enjoyed some drinks here for my bachelorette party!! It is such a cute, quaint spot that really sets the vibe! The drinks are so creative and delicious! I encourage reservations however they were very accommodating for my group without one! Will be back when I'm in PS!

Came here right when they opened at 3pm on Friday with 2 friends and was able to snag a both. Beware you absolutely should make a reservation if not coming right at opening as they immediately filled up. Bartenders were super friendly and the drinks were fantastically well made, especially loved the Tropicolada. They have a pretty decent happy hour but it's literally one hour. Definitely worth a stop when in Palms Springs!

A must visit when in Palm Springs. If you love tiki ... this is the spot. Delicious drinks!

We made a reservation the last we were in PS and I am so glad we did. The Thai Iced Tiki was probably the best cocktail I have had in a LONG time. We had two rounds before our time was up and it was time to call it a night. We will definitely be back next time we are in the area.