Otto's Shrunken Head

Can't say enough good things about this bar. It's close to the subway, and several paid parking options. The atmosphere is unadulterated tiki, with tacky paintings of nude women, weird art and retro vibes. The simple but effective sound system in the quaint back room for live music did the job well. Drinks were very fairly priced for a NYC watering hole. We got there earlier in the afternoon before the club got busy and the bartenders were as friendly as they were fetching. As the bar filled up later, they kept up the same prompt service while remaining courteous. We ordered the chicken skewers and dumplings to help take the edge off the strong drinks and were surprised at how delicious the food was. The icing on the cake being the Subway to Skaville show that happens on the first Friday of every month. DJ Ryan Midnight hosts local and touring ska bands for an evening of fun, raucous, upbeat music. Otto's will be a NYC staple for us on every visit.

I love having a tiki bar close to home; the drinks are excellent, though pricey. It is a tiki dive bar, and the soundtrack is hard rock, which wouldn't be my first choice. When we were there, there was a rock band playing in the back room (with no noise cancellation) and a DJ playing different rock music in the main room, and it was a cacophony of noise.

Stumbled upon this New York tiki dive bar, and boy, did it feel like uncovering a hidden world. The mix of oddball decor and an even odder mix of patrons was oddly charming. The drinks? None of that watered-down stuff – these were bold concoctions that could shake anyone out of their comfort zone. The tunes? A perfect kind of weird that had everyone grooving. If you're after an offbeat night that doesn't toe the line, give this joint a shot.

I'll be brief: in this bar you'll get the coolest experience ever. Drinks are cool, they are based in specific names and tiki mugs. Strongly recommend the one that glows in the dark and the volcano with fire in it! Live music is very nice, punk / rockabilly bands with a very interesting vibe. You can dance and have a good time! Staff is very friendly.

pros: - really good tiki drinks - good music (if you’re into rock like i am) cons: - rude bartender (like actually rude, not “old irish barman that has done this for 40 years” rude) - for quite a few drinks the mugs (including the souvenir one) are not available so you have to drink out of a normal pint glass. not ideal for the tiki experience.

This bar is a New York experience. Its chocked full of great bands performing and DJ's spinning. The tenders are very pleasant.Great drinks also.

Great Lower East Side bar and music venue with a chintzy tiki theme (I mean that in a loving way haha). I'd seen many bands I follow played shows here, but I just decided to stop in for a couple drinks on Halloween 2023. It was a good time and I'd definitely go back. The Naughty Nell specialty cocktail is tasty and is great for jump-starting or quickly ending a night out. They serve food from the Asian dumpling place next door, it seems. Smelled awesome, but I didn't order any. Maybe next time!

Have been here a few times in the past (not for a few years) and came here to celebrate New Year’s Eve and had a blast. The place consistently has an awesome vibe thanks to the great staff, DJs and live bands. The Tiki drinks are amazing which is why this place is loved. This isn’t a hole you come to drown your sorrows- you come here to celebrate and have a great time.

Just a fun dive bar with a punk vibe featuring live rock bands and creative strong cocktails served in tiki cups. I don't know how to describe this place. It's not your typical Tiki Bar. It's unique - it's colorful yet edgy, and sort of gritty. 4 stars - Overall, very fun and great live music.

I wanted to rate it higher for the quirky neighborhood bar vibes, as well as some of the 80s synth music they played. There were some interesting characters hanging around, including one colorful guy with a mohawk and punk aesthetic and a drunk guy named Shaun/Shaun/Sean who wouldn't leave the average person alone. The inside is divey and cool, with Hawaiian velvet paintings and cool colors. The drinks just weren't great. Watered down and just didn't taste great. I say this after coming from Paradise Lost, a new tiki bar on the LES, which boasts fancy tiki drinks with prime ingredients, albeit more expensive. I had the shrunken skirt (mango, pineapple, cranberry). The wicked willie (passion fruit, pineapple, and a surprising kick, whatever that means). And ruby jewels (sweet cherry, tart fruit, tastes like summer all year round, except it didn't). The drinks were just not up to par. Service was decent. I am pretty sure based on my bill (for which the receipt was delivered by text and isn't itemized), they charged me for one of the tiki cups. For reference, this place charges you a deposit if you get a drink in a tiki mug, or you can choose a plain cup, or you can buy the mug outright. I chose the deposit every time, because I wanted the experience, but not the mug. I know two of them were refunded. I'm pretty sure the third was not. Anyway, dive bar neighborhood vibe. I don't regret trying this place out, but won't back. I consider my charge for the tiki mug that I didn't purchase as a contribution to the "LES culture preservation club."

Meh, decent setting. Music was 70s and 80s heavy rock, nothing in the Tiki vibe. Super critical of how my Mai Tais are made and this bartender missed it by a mile. Actually saw him look at a menu to check to see if he missed anything. Didn't measure- and I hate free pours. MYERS RUM in a classic Mai Tai. Nah. Menu says The Original and still the king of all tiki drinks. You'd think they'd at least have their bartender understand you can't mess this up. Honestly would have given a 5 star if he nailed this. Bartender was attentive and at almost 6 on a Wednesday the place was lively. Just try a hair harder please.

10/10 - good drinks, good ambiance, fun music, & colorful characters. Came for the antique photobooth, and stayed because it was so cool! Will definitely be coming back next time I'm in the city.

I like the vibes. It's not pretentious. I like the decor. I stopped in during a weekday night and it was chill. Bartender was nice. The drinks are fun and I love the cups. I like how you can keep the cups if you choose to forfeit your deposit. This isn't a typical bougie tiki bar, more like a punk rock tiki bar. There's surely nothing else like it in New York and maybe in the country. Worth a visit. They also have live music certain nights but I left before it started that night.

Was eyeing Tiki Bars to take my Tiki-head of a friend to. He's overly familiar with the West Coast scene (Bali Hai, False Idol, Tonga Hut, Tiki Oasis, etc.) and by osmosis I know what to look for. My only catch was I didn't want to have to leave Manhattan because I knew once the rum started flowing we would be there *a while* and the shorter a ride home the better. Enter Otto's. We posted up at the bar and were greeted by an enthusiastic tender who told us all about the place once he learned we were familiar with the Tiki scene. We had the pleasure of meeting the owner, Nell, who entertained us with stories and has a vodka cocktail named after her on the menu. So if you aren't as big on the rum (like me) there are other options that will tickle that tropical taste bud. You've got the opportunity to actually buy the themed mugs that you'll see at Tiki establishments instead of telling your friend to not walk off with it and avoid a big ol' fine on the tab. Is it some hidden speakeasy tucked behind a fridge? No. But it's got the right vibe and is the perfect Tiki dive-bar; complete with a dance floor in the back for nights where entertainment comes in. I'm already in love with the East Village so the fact it's close to some of my favorite eateries is a bonus. I overheard a handful of people mentioning they came from Cali and made this bar their stop; So if you're looking for your Polynesian-esque fix in NYC, this is it.

I was reading Time Out's 2018 list of the "absolute best" tiki bars in NYC and saddened that several had closed their doors in the interim presumably due to the pandemic. Gratefully, Otto's has survived as Jamie W. and I were in the mood to get our heads similarly shrunken in the middle of a colorful East Village stroll. When we saw the fake grass, patio furniture on top of it, and a variety of tropical tchotchkes in the window on East 14th, we knew we found the place. It was retro-cool on the inside with old-timey floral wallpaper, blowfish light fixtures, naugahyde booths, zebra-skin stools, and bamboo wainscoting below the bar. There was also a back room where it looked like they have live music, and we definitely want to come back for that. But we settled ourselves quite easily in one of the booths and reviewed their extensive cocktail list like tax auditors. Pricing was straightforward. Each cocktail was $16 poured in a pint glass, but if you want one of their decorative tiki mugs, you pay $23. You get the difference back if you don't want to keep the mug. Jamie tried Otto's Octane, quite an intoxicating mix of pineapple rum, coffee liqueur, and a banana "concoction" that they described as "speeding you to your destination". I'm not sure where they thought Jamie was going unless they meant slumped over the table. I went for the Singapore Sling which I paid them to serve me in one of their tiki mugs (photo: https://bit.ly/3yQGugF). They chose a mug that looked like either Fu Manchu or Charlie Chan. I knew it would be on the sweet side as it has cherry liqueur, grenadine, benedictine, and pineapple juice mixed with the gin. It was the first time I had one since I had my first one in, believe it or not, Singapore where I had a bright red one at the Long Bar in the Raffles Hotel where it was first introduced. It brought me back. Feeling no pain, we went for a second round. Jamie ironically went for the Frozen Painkiller. It combined dark rum with pineapple, coconut, and nutmeg and was brightened with a little pink umbrella. I had them clean my mug and fill it with a Coco Bango, appropriately named as the mix of coconut rum and vodka was enhanced with a banana liqueur, fresh mango, and my very own pink umbrella (photo: https://bit.ly/3EPojM5). Yep, we were sloshed, and the music wasn't Don Ho twangy but thumping underground rhythms we couldn't quite make out. Maybe our heads did shrink and shrivel up. COCKTAILS - 4 stars...potent sweetness with pink umbrellas AMBIANCE - 5 stars...they nailed a look that's part Trader Vic's and part rock club SERVICE - 4 stars...quietly effective bartender and an enthusiastic manager TOTAL - 4 stars...no shrunken heads required RELATED - Thirsty or hungry in NYC? Here's a collection of places I've tried and reviewed: http://bit.ly/2YS9ELs

Where to start.. live music is alive and thriving here. A tiki bar with lots of character and characters...

Otto's is a treat. We came in for a quick drink and potential light eat. The menu was surprisingly vast with assortments of dumplings and "small bites." We ordered steamed veggie dumpling and crab Rangoon. After we waited about a half hour, I ventured outside and found another restaurant serving similar items next door. I ordered fried veggie dumps and was surprised to see our bartender come in to order our dumplings & rangoons. As for drinks, you can order all sorts of cocktails and they'll def be tailored to everyone's individual taste. I love Lychee and Passionfruit so the Squealer was my choice and I ordered it without the tiki glass. A+, i could drink one of these everyday. My +1 got a painkiller, which def tasted medicinal but was a decent drink overall. There were two DJs, one spinning digital rockabilly and the other bringing classic rock vinyls. TVs had Elvira playing before getting stuck on the DVD loading menu. Drinks totaled to $16 a piece, which is a hefty price for a pre made beverage. Would return again for sure

Strolled into Otto's Shrunken Head on a whim. It was Halloween so I guess you could say this was the perfect spot for an evening drink. The inside is divey with eclectic tropical decor and a full bar. There's a few booths, stools, and an area for live music in the back. The drinks were strong and on the cheap side. Some of their cocktails definitely play into the tiki theme so expect sugary concoctions. If that's not your thing, they'll make you stuff off the menu. I stuck with my usual tequila soda and had no complaints. If you like a dive bar and a good theme, Otto's Shrunken Head is the place to be.

Frozen coco bango drink in a requested cat mug! Yummiest and most refreshing drink EVER bro. The only downside was that it did not seem/taste alcoholic whatsoever, which is probably an upside for some but not for me bc I have issues. Came for a book reading in the back room which was cool! Nice that the bar hosts events like that

This place is super fun and has all the tiki vibes! It's also connected to the Chinese place next door so you can order your food directly from them and they'll deliver it to you. We sat outside and it was super chill and really enjoyed my time here. The drinks are ok- normal for tiki bar but I'm giving 4 stars mainly because they have this really cute lucky cat mug I bought from them and I'll treasure it forever. We left right when they started playing live music and I assume they play live music all night!

Stumbled upon this place on a Saturday night and do not regret a single moment of it. A very strange eclectic place with a very mixed age crowd that makes for a fun, chill night. Drinks - the drinks come in fun tiki inspired glasses which you can purchase if you want! They put a $7 deposit down for the tiki glasses, which they refund you if you return it. We decided to keep it because, why not? Crowd - a very interesting mix of older and young people which made it super fun and chill. I would come back again but make it as a pre-game spot or just a fun interesting time to bring friends in. Theres a back area where a live band was playing surfer music and a small small dance area. Lots of people just standing around enjoying the music. They also have some temporary tattoo sheets at the door which we snagged. Overall such an interesting vibe and place that I would totally come back to again, for a fun interesting place.

Drinks are whimsical, but kind of overpriced and not very strong. It's a bit of a gimmicky place.

This place is so lit and Josh Hyman is the BEST bartender EVER! They have such fun drinks, had a lit tap dance performance, and is always a great time. Come through on Tuesdays, Fridays, & Saturdays when Josh is here!

Warning, $20.00 minimum on credit cards. The staff could be nicer.

I love this place and hope it always remains here. The drinks are great, the DJ is great and the bands that play here are great!! A fun place to hang out!!

My boyfriend's friend had been raving about this spot for a while. I finally got the chance to go and I cannot remember the last time I went to a cool dive bar like this. There are a few spaces in this establishment: the first are seats outdoors; then seats indoors; and finally some tables and chairs and a dance floor along with a stage for bands. The decor is filled with Polynesian-styles decor from vintage vinyl covers posted on the walls to hanging lamps of puffer fish hanging above the bar at the front, near the entrance. The drinks themselves are strong, but I recommend one called 'The Flying Fish,' which is an alcoholic drink where you cannot taste alcohol just the velvety passion fruit juice. Then, if you are a hooch-less drinker, I recommend the 'Pina Pina' which is a version pina colada. Finally, this place offers you the chance to purchase a mug. When you order one of their drinks, you can get it in a mug! Pay extra -- a down payment-- for a mug in addition to your drink and you can go home with a beautiful souvineir you don't need to wait until the end to pay for this either. The servers make it very easy for you. I highly recommend this place.

Let's get this out of the way: these are not going to be the best tiki drinks of your life. But Otto's is a fun place to stop by all the same. My partner and I have gone to Otto's during most of our trip's to NY. It's essentially a tiki-dive-punk rock kind of bar. They often have bands playing in the back and/or djs playing rad music up front. The decor hasn't changed in forever and I hope it never does. At the bar, you'll see a menu with lots of familiar kinds of tiki drinks. These drinks will be more of the pre-mixed variety and will be heavy on the sugar. They also have a small selection of beer. I would recommend either the latter or a non-tiki mixed drink. So again, moral of the story is that if you come for the vibe and good times you'll have a fun visit. If you're looking for a craft cocktail-forward tiki bar, look elsewhere!

Otto's is plopped on 14th between Ave A and B. I honestly just want to go back to watch the bartender make all their creative drinks... she was so coordinated and the punch had a glow stick in it! The shareable fishbowls had flames and sparks! I got a shark head ceramic cup that I took home for an extra $6, and that is now my fave morning coffee cup. The backroom with live music and the clientele themselves lend a much more rock/punk than island/tropical. Docking a point because their POS on the iPad was frankly annoying, and the opposite of laidback tiki vibes.

Randomly ended up here one night in NYC and the tiki drinks were solid, there was rock music playing, and bikers spread throughout the bar, it was nothing like what I expected for a tiki bar, and I was completely happy with that. Recommend and will return again.

Never been there!!!Sorry plan to visit one day I hear it's great! !!!!!!Rumor has it as a fun casual neighborhood dive! I love that! Downtown slumming with the poor call me Angelica!

I had never been to a tiki bar before this and this was not what I expected. The location is in the East Village, really far East. You'll have to walk a block from the L train, which isn't too bad. When you first enter, you're greeted by a bouncer to check your ID. Your feet are greeted by a "RX" mortar and pestle mosaic. I can only assume that this used to be a pharmacy. There's a bar to your right, booths to your right and a small stage in the back after the bathrooms. The place is light up dimly with a bunch of random tiki decorations. It feels a bit like a dive bar with a theme. There was only one bartender and she was very friendly but it took a while for drinks to be made as the night and more people came. The drinks themselves are so good! I had 3 of the Squealer which comes in a pig tiki mug. It was lychee and passion fruit slush ice with some form of alcohol. It was delicious. Each drink is $15 with the tiki mug, which is a bit expensive since the drinks weren't too strong. It's an extra $6 if you want to keep the mug, which I thought was pretty cool. I didn't end up keeping mine because I already had 3 at home. Overall, a really cool place to go but get ready to spend money if you're trying to get drunk.

It's not your fancy mixologist type tiki bar. In fact the drinks were really sub par. I got a Zombie and there's like 8 versions of that recipe but this was none of those. Very sweet with lots of pineapple juice and lacking the kick of rum. The other drink we ordered was very weak too. Aside from that, the bartenders were friendly and cool and I liked the surf rock band they had playing in the back. Decor is divey for a tiki bar, but the prices are on par with the high end spots in the Bay Area ($16/drink). I liked the divey punk vibes of the place and the bartenders were cool but good drinks are important for a tiki bar.

Great open mic night! Really nice host. A bunch of performers. Intimate setting. No cover. Tiki themed bar in east village. And what a cool name!

Great place to catch small, local bands. Drinks are good if you're a tiki drink enthusiast (which is kind of the whole point of this place), beer selection could be better.

Tiki lovers - beware! We went to this spot because it was highlighted in the Smugglers Cover book (aka, the tiki bible). I had, hands down, the worst mai tai I have ever had. It was not drinkable. I wish I saw them make it because maybe I could share what went wrong, but it was a completely clear drink and tasted nothing like a mai tai (I'm thinking no Orgeat and it was bubbly??? Why???) The two other drinks we ordered were barely drinkable. Im not sure where the great tiki bars are in New York City, but this is not it.

We went early and liked the music, the look, the divey-ness and the staff. All super cool. The drink was too sweet. So sweet. Too sweet. Next time I won't go for a tiki cocktail and see what I see. Also, those glow-in-the-dark plastic drink ornaments are adorable but... how much plastic is Otto's going through!? Yikes.

This place was one of our stops during the Halloween bar crawl, fun looking place we got lucky & found seats at the bar. Drinks we had some Pumpkin ale on tap , not bad very good beer. we stayed at this bar for a few till it was time to move on after the specials were over. Decent service at the bar, fun looking place & decor ..cheap prices during the event, we enjoyed our drinks.

Otto's Shrunken Head has gone downhill since I first started coming in 2013, which is pretty disappointing. For years, it was my favorite bar in the East Village, for its excellent drinks, relaxed yet, wild atmosphere, and that fact that it was pretty lowkey. It's not as lowkey as it once was, it's been packed during all my recent visits. Getting a drink takes much longer than it used to, and I can barely get a seat at the bar. Worst of all, the drink prices have gone up ridiculously. Back in 2013, a drink was only $10, with a $5 deposit on the mug, and my usual Volcano Blast was $26. Now, a tiki drink sets you back $14 with a $6 deposit on the mug, and a Volcano Blast will run you $35. This is close to a 50% price increase in about 5 years, but I'm still getting the same drink. This makes things pretty rough, because they still don't accept credit cards. I generally drink between 3 and 5 drinks on a typical night out, not including any drinks I buy for my company. But I generally do not carry more than $50 in cash, meaning I'd only be able to get 3 drinks. The prices are a high now, but I still like coming here for the memories I have of the place.

Rude bouncer, overly-sweet drinks, very friendly bartender. The bouncer kept the door open letting in a freezing cold draft so that he could both bounce and smoke at the same time. Totally nonsense.

East Village Tiki bar. All of the cocktails and drinks we tried we really enjoyed. Love the kitschy decor, blowfish lamps, carved tikis and stuff. There was a live band with Hawaiian shirts cranking out some rock music and we really had an enjoyable time here with another couple at the bar. I'd say the bartender could lighten up a touch, relax and actually try to have a good time. I could say that about my wife too, but it gets the job done. I bought one of those $50 silver Otto's Shrunken head mugs - as I tend to collect them. Again, really tasty refreshing exotic cocktails that I would recommend if you are in the area. This place can get the night and party started!

This divey little Tiki bar is so fun! We strolled in on a rainy Monday night and grabbed a table. The drinks are creative and for a $6 deposit you can keep your cool tiki mug. We went with the hula drink and it was very sweet, I couldn't taste the alcohol, but I'm sure it was in there somewhere. If you are looking for stiff drinks you're probably in the wrong place, but if you're looking to have a fun drink with friends in a kitschy environment, this is the place for you!

Great place to come and chill if you're looking to lay low and "tiki easy." They have pretty cool mugs/cups for their drinks. Drinks tasted great and service was decent. My only complaint is that there's not enough alcohol in the drinks. You're paying mostly for the novelty than anything else-so pretty much just expensive sugar water.

If you are looking for a night of debauchery with giant bowls of booze and rock n roll live bands, Otto's Shrunken Head fits the bill! I have a love for tiki bars, the fun glassware, the fruity, strong drinks and the tunes that normally follow. Otto's has been a NY staple for ages. There's a reason it has stuck around for so long. Last time I was here it was a xmas party- after party. Madness to say the least. There was a giant posse that waved in. And before I knew it, I spotted the bowls "Volcano Blast". I was going to avoid the bowls at this round since, work was still the next day. Luckily my co worker's band was starting at 10ish. The space in the back was intimate space and plenty of seating. And a little space to get your booty shaking! There is also a PHOTOBOOTH!!! This place literally has it all. I also love that the ladies room is huge, brightly lit and with a full length mirror. This is necessary for last minute beauty fixes. This whole bar is a photo shoot waiting to happen with funky wall paper and trinkets galore. There's always fun dj nights and rockabilly, rock n roll and punk style bands. A must see when in NY, when entertaining friends or when you get you get a craving for the kitsch! It does come at a price for drinks but hey, it's NY! Thanks to bartender Zofia the other night for handling all my drunken co workers with finesse!

The idea and decor is cool, but the drinks were overpriced and didn't give any kind of a buzz. I'm sure there was some alcohol in them, but I expect to feel at least a little something for $14. The bartender was also rude. We did get surprised by become audience members to an afternoon comedy show.

My cousin and I were in the area and, having traversed lower Manhattan by foot, were seeking a place to sit for a minute, use the restroom, and have a drink. Of all place Otto's Shrunken Head came up in a Google search and we decided to try it out. It seemed like there were quite a few locals who frequent this joint. When I mentioned to friends and family in the area that we had stopped at some random tiki bar near Stuyvesant Town, they were all like, "Oh! Otto's Shrunken Head!" so I think it's like A Thing here. We enjoyed our very festively decorated pina coladas and a clean restroom before moving on. There seemed to be a nice variety of drinks and a quintessentially tiki experience.

I have an unexplainable love for tiki bars, and dive bars. This place has both to offer. The drinks are fantastic, I've never got a bad drink. I love getting them in the tiki mugs with the umbrella and decorations. Even if you don't get a tiki mug they still decorate the drink with cute umbrellas and other decorations. The vibe is this place is gritty, but in a good way. They have a room in the bad for bands to play. It's fun to get some cool drinks and just chill listening to the music. My only complaint is that they don't take credit cards. There is an ATM, but it's frustrating because these days who carries around cash because like everywhere takes cards. Otherwise I love this place.

An edgy take on a tiki bar. They have old school & island music in the front and rock & roll in the back. You have to put down a $ deposit to get in the spirit of the place and have your tropical boozy drinks served in the cool tiki glasses and you can keep them, or return them to get your $ back (or you can be uncool and cheap and get your drink in plain boring glassware). We tried the: Stormy Skull - rum, coconut & ginger YUM Zombie - tasted like sex on the beach Flying fish - tasted like candy & Redull No food here, just chips. Dress super casual, wear ur Hawaiian shirt. Arrive early to snag a booth. Note: If you're going to multiple bars, don't buy the glassware. We bought tiki mugs and then left them behind at the lobby of this rooftop bar we went to later because they wouldn't let us take them on the roof. Price: $$ Service: 3 Overall: 3.5

While #tikidive may sound better than #divetiki, Otto's Shrunken Head nevertheless can be best described as a dive bar with a tiki twist, instead of as a tiki bar in itself. And this is what makes it so unique. A friend and I dropped by Friday after work, and started out with a Zombie and a Stormy Skull, respectively. We couldn't resist putting down $6 deposits to be able to enjoy them from their mugs, which we later collected and promptly spent on a round of beer. The Stormy Skull, complete with dark rum, coconut, and ginger, hit the spot, and the Zombie spoke for itself. And because we were so early, we had our choice of seating, and grabbed a booth in the middle. Unsurprisingly, it filled up quickly.

There's a racist open mic host there. I'm talking from the perspective of an African American. He didn't allow us to use the PA system there while he let everyone else use it and before we can even start performing he told us to hurry up while everyone else told these long stories during their sets. I addressed him afterwards politely and he said don't tell him how to run his open mic. It's sucks that in 2022 we have to experience being treated like a second class citizen in an artistic environment.

Had a great time at Otto's this past Wednesday! My friend and I heard a lot about this place and it did not disappoint. They had really cute signature drinks! Our bartender was amazing and made a perfect Cosmo! My friend was playing in the Monkees coverband that night and it was so much fun! I saw a lot of reviews saying cash only, so we went with cash in hand. I do believe, though, you can use cards there, we saw a customer using one. I would definitely recommend this bar for a fun night out!

It's hard to find good and strong tiki drinks in the city but Otto's delivers. Decked out in light up blow fish and shrunken heads hanging in the window, it's everything you want a tiki bar to be! They have a pretty extensive menu of all different kinds of tiki drinks. For our first round I had the Singapore Sling (gin and cherry mix) and my friend had the Stormy Skull (dark rum, ginger and coconut) and both were delicious. For our second round I had a traditional dark and stormy (made PERFECTLY!!!!) and my friend had a cosmo. They have a small room in the back which had a comedian when we got there and later switched to a cover band. We were here on a Wednesday and there was a decent crowd so I'd imagine on the weekends it gets pretty crowded. Otto's is definitely a cool place to come and have some me fun drinks. Their volcano blast is in my near future!

Keeping the scene alive for years with great bands! From rockabilly to surf to punk to Mr. Wood's all stars, to DJ nights, always was a good time and will be again. Hopefully all is well and everyone is healthy! Maybe you know or maybe you don't, esp people not on Facebook: NYC is assisting New Yorkers by delivering meals to those who cannot access food themselves: NYC.gov/GetFood or call 311. Special Enrollment Period for uninsured New Yorkers is extended through 5/15 with all coverage effective as of 4/1: NYC.gov/GetCoveredNYC If you need help coping, contact NYC Well, a confidential 24/7 helpline: nyc.gov/nycwell

Great place to meet up with friends for a fun tiki night! As expected for tiki, the drinks are delicious AND strong. The vibe and music are fun - very punkish. I am a fan of the radioactive Pang's Punch - like an alcoholic ocean water (bright blue, coconutty & comes with it's own lighting). Also try the cherry-Lucius Ruby Jewels in a parrot mug!

Fun place, awesome bartender, strong drinks. Came here for a friend's birthday and we had the place packed...unfortunately there was only one bartender and each drink has about 700 ingredients so it's labor intensive. However, she was a machine...smiling, greeting all the customers and turning over those drink orders. I like the tiki theme, even if it's a bit corny.

Overhyped novelty bar, cash only. Cute tiki mugs, $6 deposit. Colorful, kitschy aesthetic. Ultra sweet specialty cocktails. Pretty tattooed bartenders. Dirty bathrooms, fun music. Photo booth in the back.

I recommended this place to a friend but the older guy at the door who is obnoxious was bugging him to show an id although my friend is obviously over 21 and prices for drinks raised again ! What is up with that ? It is a big turnoff ! Seems better days are in the past

This place is absolutely wonderful. I used to come all the time while living in New York City and always have a good time. Their decor is not elaborate by any means but their well made drinks to make up for it as well as their live music atmosphere. I am looking forward to going back.

Cute spot! Love their tikki cocktails but CASH ONLY!!!!! I love how the cocktail comes in a souvenir cup and if you return it afterwards you get $5 dollars back :) Plus is there a band playing in the back. Great show