The Beach Tiki Bar & Boil

Love, love, LOVE the Tiki Bar and Beach in Walled Lake! The vibe is always on point — great food, awesome service, and the best atmosphere around. We usually grab seats at the bar, and the bartenders Molly, Natasha, and Manny are seriously the best — friendly, fast, and always making it a great time. The owners are hands-on and truly care about their guests, which really shows. The entire staff is fantastic. Add in great music on Fridays and Saturdays, a beautiful lakefront view, and tropical vibes, and you’ve got the perfect place to relax and have fun. One of my favorite spots — highly recommend if you’re looking for good times and great energy!

All of the food was amazing. Good prices. Very clean place. Knowledgeable and friendly staff. We sat outside and it did take a short wait to get a waitress. We did ask for extra napkins a couple of times. It took them a while to get us some. I did also have to ask for a drink refill and wait a short time for it. In the waitstaffs defense it was packed! Not holding the waits against them because of the customer volume. I highly recommend this place.

Stopped in for a late lunch a few months back and sat on the patio. This place is a hidden gem! If you want to feel like you’re on vacation without leaving Michigan, this is the spot. The view of Walled Lake from the patio is incredible, especially at sunset. Great seafood boils/Tiki-Tizers, strong tiki drinks, and a fun, high-energy atmosphere. I’ll definitely be back!

All is pretty good here except overpriced on the steak bites (appetizer) 5 small bite size pieces of steak and for 18 bucks. They did bring me 4 more piece of steak bites to try and make it better. The lunch special Rueben sandwich with a bowl of soup was good. My friend ordered wings and got all leg's only one flat. She was disappointed until they brought her 4 extra flats to remedy the problem.

My personal waiter was very good. However the hostess was trash. She started our visit off with giving bad seating and unwilling to find other suitable seating. I wanted the manager but she blocked that. She was a nasty piece of work. My grandgirls 👧 and I enjoyed the view and each others company after a day at the beach. This had a beautiful atmosphere despite the social climate, we had a great experience.

This place is a vibe. It was nice eating off the water. Just know that if you eat outside, you'll be directly in the sun. Although they have umbrellas at each table, they dont open them. The food, drinks, and atmosphere makes you forget about that.

Came with family, server was awesome but lobster ravioli not godd and manager stated there was nothing he could do. Fish and chips delicious and server awesome. Bad customer service to not take it off the bill when you didn't even eat a bite of it. I could see if half of it was eaten before you called somebody over.

Im so sad I finally got to come to this spot right before the winter time. I had such a good experience. I can’t believe their happy hour drinks are $3.25!!! What a steal!!! I got the lobster bisque which had a really good amount of lobster in it and a side house salad. Not only was I full and satisfied, I got to sit outside and enjoy the water and the sound of the waves. Peace levels on 1000%. I live nowhere close but I would drive out my way for this place. I want to try their walleye lunch. My waitress, I did not get her name but she was great.

Service was excellent. Deck was wonderful and tiki bar vibe. The Reuben is large and tasty. They claim to make their own corned beef and it is probably true. Not up to Sy Ginsberg level, but good for the Reuben. Fries were good and lightly salted, thank you very much. The coleslaw was a miss - flavorless mayonnaise. The adjacent table ordered the Michigan(?) salad and it looked wonderful and she was very happy. Will I return? Yes, now that I live nearby.

Stopped in for happy hour. We had Miami Vice drink with a floater. Spinach artichoke dip and cheese quesadillas to eat. Spinach dip looked better than it tasted. Some garlic and seasoning would have made it better. Quesadillas were average. Not bad not great. Service was not friendly with greeting us at the reception area and we had to wait about 10 minutes to be acknowledged after we were seated. However the server was very apologetic. We were only here for the ambiance. Outside on the patio on at 80 degree day for happy hour is a happy moment.

Love, love, LOVE the Tiki Bar and Beach in Walled Lake! The vibe is always on point -- great food, awesome service, and the best atmosphere around. We usually grab seats at the bar, and the bartenders Molly, Natasha, and Manny are seriously the best -- friendly, fast, and always making it a great time. The owners are hands-on and truly care about their guests, which really shows. The entire staff is fantastic. Add in great music on Fridays and Saturdays, a beautiful lakefront view, and tropical vibes, and you've got the perfect place to relax and have fun. One of my favorite spots -- highly recommend if you're looking for good times and great energy!

I love the Tiki Bar. The view is outstanding. My favorites are the fish tacos, lobster bites & the Cabo Wabo sandwich. Their fries are great too. Extensive drink options.

Cliff Notes Price Range: $$ Parking: Plenty Perk: View (If you sit outside) Non-Perk: Time limit on seats Ambiance: Beach bar Dress: Casual Noise: Medium Temperature: Depends on the weather Recommend: 100% Date: 09/19/2024 Dissertation: We walked into The Beach Tiki Bar & Boil ready for a casual, relaxing day by the water, and the vibe was exactly that--fun, chill, and a little beachy without leaving the lake. The view added to the whole "mini-vacation" feel, and while the service didn't blow us away, it was good enough for a laid-back night. We ordered the fish and chips--because who doesn't want some seafood with their "beach" experience, right? It was solid, crispy, and satisfying--definitely better than your average fried fish plate. No complaints from us! Now, the drinks? That's where the magic happened! The Caribbean Crush and Blueberry Breeze hit us like a warm tropical breeze. After two sips, we were convinced we were lounging on a sandy shore with palm trees swaying above. Honestly, the drinks did such a good job tricking our brains, we were expecting to find sand in our shoes when we left. In short, come for the view and drinks, and stay for the surprisingly good fish and chips.

The food at The Beach Tiki was decent. We got a nacho to split. It came with a lot of toppings and sauce. The shrimp tacos were good and had a fair amount of shrimp. The patio overlooking Walled Lake was really nice scenery. During dinner, we looked up fun facts about Walled Lake, how there was a wall in the lake that helped Native American tribes catch fish. Our server says they have a fishing derby every year! The Beach Tiki seems very family friendly.

I gotta say the 2.7 on Yelp doesn't do this place justice imo. Came here this past weekend and sat outside. Beautiful views, decent priced draft beer, and a Nashville hot chicken sandy that was the bomb! It's not Michelin Star but for the location, the price, and the quality...I'll take it.

Labor Day 2024..... couldn't be a more gorgeous weather day. Lunch out on the patio, overlooking the water was amazing. The view alone is a five-star rating. We also rode bikes from West Bloomfield Trail and the Tiki Bar is an easy 1/2 mile ride from the trail. Great location. The day was young; the place was just opening. The staff were all in jovial moods and fun to talk to. They were attentive throughout our meal. Another five-star rating. We ordered three entrees and each of us agreed our food was solidly average. Nothing spectacular but no complaints either. My husband and I shared the jumbo shrimp boil with garlic butter sauce and spice on the side. Large portion and well prepared. Our friends had lobster roll with fries and the ahi salad. They both said there was a general lack of flavor though the entrees looked tasty and were fine: three-stars-4 stars The tab was a decent price given the higher prices we are now accustomed to paying. Be aware that the 18% gratuity is already added into the balance. We typically tip 20% or more for good service so this practice seems like it might actually not be the best for their wait staff, whose personalities seem like they would draw higher tips. Eating inside, the ambience might not be so inviting. It looked like a typical sports bar. The views make this place.

Welcome the south Florida to Michigan. The Beach Tiki Bar and Boil is a great excuse to lounge by the water, take I. The view and the amazing food. I had the Blackend Grouper sandwich and the lobster bites....excellent! They have a great wine and beer list along with some creative"beach drinks" like "Cake at the beach". Bill our server was great. I highly recommend the Beach Tiki.

I thought the view was beautiful with the restaurant being right off of the water, where we sat at we were in an enclosed room with large windows overlooking the water. You can also walk alongside the water as you exit the restaurant. I would return for drinks and the view only though, we didn't really care much for the food.

We ordered lobster tacos and shrimp crackers. It was our first time having lobster tacos and they were a little chewy for our taste. Shrimp was really tasty. Ambiance - Really pleasant views facing the lake. Get the outdoor seating. They have a glass wall, so it's not fully open and stays warm. We loved it. They also have a band playing indoors. Service - Was quick and nice Parking - Available

Came in here for a quick meal and some vibes by the water and they gave just that. There was only me and one other table on the outside patio and they were super nice to me, especially with me being alone. The $3.50 drinks on happy hour SOLD ME. i got a cute soup and salad situation and I was very satisfied. My waitress was super chill. I loved everything about this place. I would love to come back and get a seafood boil when I have real time to sit down and enjoy my experience there.

I see some bad reviews but that wasn't my experience at all. I came in today by myself and ordered some crab eggs Benedict. Ate them while looking out over the lake. The food was absolutely fantastic and my service was even better. I eat out a lot and am typically pretty critical of the places I go and I found this to be a random wonderful experience. I live 20 miles away but enjoyed myself so much that this may be a regular Saturday visit for me. If it helps her at all, I think my waitress was named Julia. She was a big part of why I wrote this review, other than the crab being very fresh and the eggs being cooked to perfection. Personally, I loved it and will be back soon.

Salad was good!! Lettuce was fresh and fish was good. I don't think it was worth $20 (super overpriced menu in total) but still good. Wine was ehhh and only 1 option for Pinot Grigio which was kinda odd. The patio was SOOOOO nice to sit at with friends, the best part for sure!! Service was great, a bit slow but suuuper kind will be back but maybe during happy hour because quality just didn't match the price.

The location of this place is perfect, with a stunning view of the lake! Here's what happened: I stopped by in advance and made a reservation. Most importantly, the lady at the reception confirmed I could bring a birthday cake to celebrate my husband's birthday. But when we showed up on the day, a different lady was at the front and immediately told me, "No, you can't bring your cake here unless you're a group of 10-12 people. We need to sell our own desserts." I explained that I'd already checked and got approval from her colleague, but it didn't matter. It was super frustrating -- I had planned ahead and made sure everything was cleared. There was no apology, no effort to understand the situation, just a flat-out no. We ended up staying since it was too late to go elsewhere, but honestly, the food didn't make up for it. The cheese pizza and full slab of BBQ ribs were just okay. Hopefully others will have a smoother experience.

This is the perfect spot on a beautiful evening. We were a little hesitant, as the 2-star review with very mixed Yelp reviews almost kept us away. In the end, due to the location and it was a birthday celebration, we decided to try it. The food was delicious and the view was awesome! Service was inexperienced, and the server made it clear she was just there in between school. She didn't seem to know much about the menu or the area, and they didn't offer up anything special for a birthday celebration. We went elsewhere for dessert. Fortunately the view sells itself and the food was excellent. The seafood boil was very different and made for a fun meal.

The reviews are mostly spot on. Food is ok, service is less than ideal. I am not convinced that this place would survive if it were not for its location. Perhaps it is more of a go-to for "just drinks" but I would not waste my time here again for food.

I feel like people are too harsh in their reviews of this place. The location is beautiful, the food was all really good, and our server was delightful. We had to wait to be seated but it's a busy place so it's to be expected. We will definitely be back!

Way, way, way overpriced. AND automatic 18% gratuity. My brunch eggs were burnt, not very tasty. Simply drinks cost more than the meals, which were overpriced. No thank you. I should have believed the 2.5 yelp score and drove on by.

Must say it was a pleasant surprise to comeback to this place to find they have new menu options for lunch and dinner, not that old menu wasn't good but certainly a bit of a change was needed. I simply loved the Chicken Tika Masala, absolutely delicious. They also removed the policy for adding tip right away to the bill. Love this place no matter the season

I have lived in the area for quite some years but never checked out this gem. It's definitely worth going particularly while it's still warm out - sit on the patio and enjoy beautiful lake views. Also be sure to grab a margarita but plan to sit for a bit as they make their drinks just right. I had a lobster roll with sweet potato fries which was pretty good. I appreciate that they make their lobster rolls warm vs cold. My only critique is they should consider using larger buns as they give you a nice serving of lobster. In addition, they have a great manager Dylan who helped us resolve a small issue with our order.

Us 4 went on a sunday afternoon, mother's day, it was packed. wait time came down from 45 minutes to 15. we had lobster roll, fish tacos, smashburger and Cabo sandwich, everything tasted good. waitress was fast and attentive. 18% tip is included over 50$ . not sure why it's low rated, it's a good restaurant, we might come back for the great view.

The ambience and the service is always great. I think my server was drunk last time tho lol but I'm not mad, he still got the job done! The food however lacks all the seasoning. I'm sure their audience is not those who like flavor (if you get my drift) so I would go for the vibes and drinks but not necessarily the food.

I love this bar!!!!! They have drink specials everyday along with happy hour. But my favorite is the seafood gumbo, it's the best around!!!!

Walleye and fish tacos were excellent. I loved the tiki vibe and sitting on the patio by the water was great. Food took a little long but server was friendly and didn't make any mistakes on an 11 person table with 2 kids.

The food was absolutely disgusting and the service was even worse. Don't ever go to this junk hole

Well mmmmm. The service was ok. The server Brook was so pleasant and accommodating. The food, smh out of 6 people including 5 year old, our orders were delivered wrong. I also have to say the Manager was pleasant and asked how to make it better i said whatever u think is fair. She did take the price of one burger off. I can only say the food was delivered wrong The waitress and Manager 5 star. Will I return. Yes we will

Such a good place for a nice view and good food! The waiter was super sweet and the place was clean and decorated nicely. It was pricey but the lobster mac n cheese was good and creamy. The fish was seasoned and the fish and chips were nice and buttery. The cajun mac n cheese was the best dish. It was creamy and seasoned and super good definitely recommend it. The portions were pretty big even for the lunch size. Overall a pretty nice place to eat!

Today was my first time here and this restaurant was everything I expected and more great patio, over looking the water, tasty shrimp tacos and very cool ambiance. The service was amazing I would definitely recommend if you're looking for somewhere off the water felt like I was away in Florida for the day!

Visited the restaurant this evening for a cocktail and apps. Went to the restroom and when I stepped out, found several servers vaping behind the bar area. They were blowing smoke around glassware.

The service itself was good as well as the food. There was a mix up with one of the salads at our table which we did not say anything about but another waitress overheard and said she would fix it with no issue. Then the manager came over and berated us about the price of the salad and how we need to be more careful next time. In all my years I have NEVER experienced anything like this. Don't waste your time here.

If I could give negative 1 stars, I would. Came here a couple of times over the past month, really only for the waterfront seating. 1st time, service was great, but we came back to our car to find that it had been swiped in the parking lot. Owner/manager says they don't have cameras outside, only inside (even though there is a camera right outside of the front door but ok). Second time, service was incredibly slow. Food was decent though. 3rd time, we decided to do a birthday dinner here. Now - we called to ask about reservations for 11, they said they don't take reservations. Ok. We got there at least an hour early to wait for a table. Requested waterfront seating. Again - over an hour ahead of time. When our table was ready, it was in the part of the "outdoor" seating furthest from the water and open air. The closest balcony view was covered with clear paneling - so no breeze whatsoever. We asked to wait to be seated by the water. They refused, claiming that's their most popular seating so they wont seat a party there. After asking to speak with manager/owner, he quite said something about every establishment having its own policy and this is theirs because that's their popular seating followed by, and I quote "you're only 6 feet from the water -- deal with it" (not 6 feel btw). So you mean to tell me that if we sat our party over to 3 consecutive 4-person tables by the water it would be ok, but moving them together was too much??? You mean to tell me that the 2-4 people sitting at separate tables pay differently than we do as a party of 11? Yeah, no. Needless to say, we left and found a place that treats their customers with some respect and appreciation. Tl;dr: service is pretty bad, food is ok, management is rude and doesn't value customers, parking lot is packed//busy for beach parking nearby and no cameras in case your vehicle gets damaged. Don't expect seating accommodations for parties.

Thought the food was good but was lukewarm. The service process took long. Weekends are busy, should be prepared with more staff or have people who only bus tables. Disappointed when seeing the server bus tables when you are waiting to finish with your drink and food order including getting your bill and paying.

Worst experience I've ever had at a restaurant. The staff treated my group like we were a huge inconvenience to be there. The "owner" was rude to my friend when she asked a question about possibly switching tables. It was made known to us that he was the owner by the staff. Very aggressive attitudes. The food was cold and rubbery. There was no cheese on our nachos even and the prices were steep, but honestly we expected that unfortunately. And while we were there we witnessed this parking lot attendant harassing and yelling at people. Total disappointment for us cause we never get a chance to get together. And I hate to leave a bad review but really? Even the table next to us, a couple of guys were shocked at how terrible this place was and it was packed? Don't waste your time coming to this filthy establishment. And don't bring your family.

Went there to gave a cocktail. When the 6 of us walked in we said we were just having cocktails. The hostess response "Bar" in a bitchy manner. Blonde hair, glasses, older

We had a large party and our waitress was attentive. We were seated outside. Restaurant is lake front. Great place to be on a beautiful day. Parking was full on a Saturday evening. The restaurant can use a make over and a good cleaning. Menu has a lot of choices but the price did not reflect the quality. I sampled everyone's food. Food overall was average. They could elevate the dishes a little. My margarita was not very good. Stick to beer wine. Just an ok place.

Great food and nice atmosphere. I love the atmosphere. Waitress was very knowledgeable about the drinks.

We keep coming back because of the location. We know what to expected based on previous experiences and that's okay! We checked in and had a 1.5 hour wait. Totally okay since we could grab drinks and lounge outside. We appreciate the employees that have shown up to work so don't stress if there are empty tables and you have to wait. Once we were seated, we were able to enjoy a table on the water. Our waitress was super sweet and regularly checked in on us even though she was super busy. My husband got the jambalaya. The jambalaya was good. Be aware of the shrimp tails and spice. I got the lobster roll with cole slaw and tater tots. The lobster roll is fresh lobster with butter, which I love especially compared to lobster rolls with Mayo. My choice of lobster roll fo shizzle! We ordered a few cocktails. My husband ordered the island of misfits, which has a peanut butter whiskey but takes like a a tropical paradise. I got the mango margarita. No complaints!

FINALLY the kind of seafood restaurant I've been looking for!!!!!! This place has it ALL: beautiful location and VIEW, fun ambiance and EXCELLENT dishes!!!!! This place is so good, I was LOST in the menu! I am a huge huge foodie and snob when it comes to good food let's face it- because I figure if I'm gonna dine out, it's gotta be something I can't whip up at home- and this place does just that! Of course we came for the seafood boils- which were wonderful. Not heavy or too saucy, yet full of real flavor and quality. We got king snow crab and shrimp pictured here but also got the lobster-- and OMG talk about sweet succulent lobster!!!!! I loved too that I didn't get up overly stuffed and heavy- the food was beautifully flavored. There were SO many things on the menu I wanted to try but I couldn't in one night but had to get this Michigan salad and it was PERFECT: blue cheese, plump dried cherries, crisp apple slices, fresh lettuce leaves, pecans and a beautiful strawberry/raspberry vinaigrette- so good and BIG! Oh and I forgot we had AMAZING lobster Mac & cheese- sooooooooo creamy and sweet and good toooo- I'm NOT exaggerating. And to top it all off, the thing I've always been MISSING especially when I used to try to go out in downtown chicago, was a nice VIEW of the water especially when dining at a seafood restaurant!!!! Having that view just elevates the whole experience- and this place has it!!! I'm sure it's even better during the day! And, it's not a super fancy place inside either so it doesn't feel pretentious- just a beautiful atmosphere with beautiful food. 5/5 for sure and definitely coming back!!!

Everytime we go here, we have excellent service and amazing food. Great view on the lake. Plenty of parking.

Great location and ambiance. Various selections of food types. Soup excellent!! Worth a try for something different!

Bar tender was extremely rude, mumbling under her breath to her co worker about the people in our group

I have went here before via a Groupon coupon. I wanted to go somewhere with a good outdoors view. This place is off the water and can put you in the mind of a tropical location. This was especially important seeing that I have not been many places or traveling due to the pandemic. It was pretty packed. The parking was few and far between so I was kind of skeptical about going in. They did require masks so this came in handy as I planned to sit outdoors. We were quickly directed to the outdoor area with a great view of the water. I ordered a nice tropical drink for starters. I also got the coconut shrimp which is one of my favorites. I ordered the Bourbon salmon for the main entree. It came with mashed potatoes and veggies. The salmon was pretty good. Not to overcooked and the sauce was not overwhelming the dish. The potatoes and veggies were ok. Overall the staff were friendly and the food was good. The view is alwasy great. I do plan on going back in the future.

The outside was okay, but I always question the cleanliness of the kitchen if the inside seating is dark, dingy and dirty.

What I Like: - amazing views and peaceful mean - food is good and staff is relatively friendly What Can Be Better: - I'm a good tipper but don't like the automatic 20% gratuity - Don't like the upcharge for using a credit card; that's the cost of doing business Overall, for the view, the things I don't like may be worth it for the views.

I'd give 4 stars for food and 1 star for service. Food was good and flavorful. Prices don't bite. The best thing is it's right on the water, so you can sit outside and enjoy the view of people on the boats and kayaking. Inside, on the weekends, they have a live band too. Service was awful all around from hostesses to horrible wait staff. We waited for an hr or so till we got paged, came in - waited more, were given a horrible table because others were unavailable. So why did you page us if the table wasn't ready? Clearly they're understaffed and not trained. If You need a plate, you better go get it yourself since staff only arrives to take your order and when you're done eating with a check.

Beautiful location to enjoy your meal on a warm day by the lake, but service not so much so. If you get a table outside you get a great lake view and can observe ducks, swans or kayakers :). Wait service was very nonchalant, had to wait for a waitress for a while, if you need an extra plate - it's faster to go and find one yourself. Food is ok. Smokehouse bbq chicken pizza was pretty good- good flavor and delicious crust. Caprese salad was ok - sauce a bit too sweet. Firecracker shrimp breading a bit on a heavy side. On the other hand band inside was pretty good

This is my first review since this was the old Bayside. The Good: It is a fantastic location off Walled Lake. The views are to die for. The staff has always been accommodating and the drinks are pretty good. The Bad: Read the other views. There are issues with Management. I ordered a whitefish dish with curry, but when it came it was certainly a big piece of Whitefish, one that was SPRINKLED with Curry! They prepared it maybe on the grill and proceeded to heavily sprinkle curry on the top! No way for the cheap curry to impart flavors into the fish! I knew that was weird, but I took a bite anyway and then another bite. It taste just like it looks, a dry piece of fish with curry sprinkled on the top! The fish tasted completely unseasoned, no curry or any discernible flavors. I am not one for sending food back but I thought surely this was a mistake. I told my waitress (which seemed sad for me), I guess she knew what was coming. The Manager came over, I told him it's just fish with curry sprinkled on the top. He tells me that the menu clearly says it's a rub, which he just didn't get the point. This is not how you use any "Rub"! I didn't waste my time telling him that you cook the food after it's marinated in the rub, etc. You don't sprinkle the rub on "any" meat and present it as finished! Since there were many white areas, it was clear they don't know how to really use a rub! It was a whitefish, if you really used a rub, it would not have been stark white in so many places. So I told him I expected it to be in a sauce, but he insisted the menu only said a rub. Again, it was sprinkles "after" it was cooked! So, he asked if I wanted the kitchen to make a sauce with curry and butter - WTH! Is that how he thinks it's made? Ok. No. No, I would just like something else, I kindly told him. Get ready for it...he, the Manger said they do NOT take food back or make exchanges! Wow! Never heard of that before. So, there it is! Not to cause a scene I said ok. That was my experience today. If not for the location and view I would never come back. However, the next time I go I will stick with what they know how to cook, the basic bar food. I would save your money for a good seafood Restaraunt, go cheap here. Trust me, the boil is not worth the money either, so cheap bar food or a salad. They are not going to change their ways because they have the location. However, putting this on their menu is WAY out of their league...way out! Not exchanging is just plain sad for a Restaraunt with any class.

Place has a nice Sunday afternoon vibe to it (pal on the seaplane was kind of annoying but unrelated to the restaurant). I got the walleye lunch, did not expect the portion to be quite that small, however it was really good. The server was very nice and funny. A new POS system is needed (crashed 3 times per our server). It took longer to pay our bill than the whole lunch (drinks and food) no joke