This Hawaiian-Themed Restaurant In Arizona Will Transport You Straight To The Islands
By Katie Lawrence|Published August 12, 2019
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Katie Lawrence
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Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and began writing for OnlyInYourState in 2015.
Today, Katie writes, edits, and performs several other tasks for OnlyInYourState and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on with a hot cup of coffee, practicing yoga, baking, or exploring the beautiful Lone Star State (in particular, the vast and mystical West Texas desert).
If you don’t have the time or finances for a trip to Hawaii, we’ve got the next best thing right here in Arizona. Hula’s Modern Tiki brings island cuisine to the desert, complete with a tropical ambiance to match. Take a look:
With locations in Phoenix and Scottsdale, Hula's Modern Tiki has revolutionized the Arizona food scene.
Floral wallpaper, grass reminiscent of hula skirts, and wooden furnishings are just several of the many Hawaiian influences that help complete the ambiance.
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Kick off your meal with some Samurai Beef Sticks - one of the most popular starters.
The sheer number of delicious options is overwhelming in a beautiful way, but you can't go wrong with a classic. This spicy chicken bowl is served on a bed of rice, black beans, and cabbage, topped with avocado and fried plantains.
This behemoth is a take on Loco Moco, a Hawaiian delicacy combining a beef patty, fried Spam, rice with mushroom gravy, and sunny side up eggs. Throwing all of that (plus some jack cheese) between two slices of toasted bread takes things to a whole new level.
Opt for a traditional table, or take your seat at the tiki bar.
This blend of light and dark rum, brandy, and pineapple, lemon, and cranberry juice offers a complex flavor profile sure to please just about everyone. It's $18 and serves four, which comes out to just $4 a person!