Forbidden Island

The next time you need a tropical getaway, just head across the Bay Bridge to this retro-oasis with wicker furniture , tiki statues , velvet Tahitian paintings , a thatched ceiling and so much bamboo . Read more

Forbidden Island's self-named drink is delicious, and you can even keep the amazing tiki mug it comes in for a few bucks extra!

Wow I really love this place. The vibe is fun! I wish that you could drink in their outdoor seating area , however. The bar can get a bit crowded and loud . The drinks are a bit pricy but worth it.

Small, cozy tiki bar in a neighborhood in Alameda. Quiet enough to have an intimate conversation, without the crowds of Smuggler's or the snobbiness of Tonga Room.

Such a good atmosphere. The kind of bar you need to end a gloomy winter day. Mid-late 30s, early 40s looking for fun. Such people becoming so rare in the Bay .

Love the staff here, love the atmosphere of a tiki bar , dog friendly & has a cozy outdoor area . That said, last time I was there alcohol pours were LIGHT & after paying my tab I saw $12 for a beer ?!?!

Strong fruity drinks (and more), a great jukebox , crab wontons , ambience for days and Will "The Thrill", the best doorman in town ! You can't go wrong here. Dress in your vintage tiki finest. Read more

Great tiki bar . Fills up at the weekends to the point of one-in-one-out. Good for parties, dangerous amounts of rum and blurry times in general.

Service is good. I want 5 zombie drinks best drink of all. Scorpion bowl is good shown below. Malania I think its called has spices sweet spices.

Strong fruity drinks (and more), a great jukebox , crab wontons , and ambience for days! You can't go wrong here. Dress in your vintage tiki finest.

Don't miss the forbidden Island (a grog of lime , pineapple , spices and liqueurs , served in a souvenir "kapu" tiki mug) and the Chamborlada (a pina colada with a float of black raspberry Chambord ).

Must try the zombie! Best drink ever. If with a big group virgin sacrifice . With two ppl scorpion bowl .

Delicious, boozy cocktails . The strength of each drink is noted on the menu so you can plan your evening accordingly.

Wonderful drinks, happy happy hour , good time and if you want an amazing take home mug

A note to the hapless designated driver -- the drink has a flower next to it on the menu, a non alcoholic version is available

Love this place! The snacks are tasty and affordable ; the drinks (including virgin ones) are delicious, and the servers are courteous!

Check the calendar on the Forbidden Island website to see what fun DJs , bands, and special events are happening.

I thought I was on the Jungle Cruise at Disneyland! This place is soooo much fun, the decor is a blast. Makes me feel like i'm finally on vacation in a nice tropical environment.

Amazing tiki drinks , even many options for coconut allergic me! The outside patio is dog-friendly and available for private events before the bar opens to the public. Good service ,great atmosphere!

super fun vibes and delicious tiki drinks !

Cool interior, fun clientele, and great island-themed drinks. Try the Mai Tai !

You can bring your own grub, and the taqueria down the street is a great option. Not only are they cool with it, they'll even bring plasticware and napkins!

Macadamia Chi-Chi is absolutely my favorite. The Virgin Sacrifice is strong and should not be paired with a Zombie, unless someone else is driving and will be helping you walk out.

Older crowd, great jukebox with free tunes , live music all the time, oh and the drinks are good too

Starlit jungle back patio & surf tunes from 45s by the dj I want all the money pinned to the low ceilings!!! Please?

Tasty tropical cocktails , the coconut shrimp and spicy chicken bites are yummy bar food there.

The monkeypod is yummy. Be sure to write your wish on a dollar bill and stick it on the ceiling with an umbrella.

I love this place. I often have cravings for their "manbrolada" and "Macadamian Chi Chi's." Best Tiki bar on the island .

Try the China Clipper. It's a signature drink and pretty damn tasty!

The painkiller is truly delicious, and so smooth I could drink it for breakfast . Try one.

Happy Hour until 7 most days, Island Mai Tai , Beer and Grog at a reduced price.

The Painkiller (3 shot) is their best drink! All the others rock as well !

Fabulous decor and a nice outdoor patio give Forbidden Island a classic tiki lounge feel.

Dog friendly , but you can't drink in the patio . Huh?

Great Mai Tai if you like the original recipe instead of the syrupy sweet stuff.

Half-price drinks during Happy Hour on Monday nights!

Try the Makalani bowl they've created for their 5 year anniversary. Delicious and you get to keep the bowl!

The top shelf mai tai is amazing.

Great drinks in a classic tiki bar

Monkeypod . End of story.

Great atmosphere, crowd, and tasty drinks.

All drinks and service

Be sure to check out Otto's DJ night the first Wednesday of every month!

Get the macadamia nut chi-chi, trust me.

Boo Loo was awesome!!

Scorpion bowl !

Get here early to grab a table! Place gets filled up fast!

This bar is fun! Patio outside.

This '60s-style tiki lounge makes almost every tropical drink , including Trader Vic's mai tai .

Dogs allowed on patio , but not booze. What's the point?