. Restaurant closed approximately 1985. In January 1980, the hotel's owners spent $6.5 million on a renovation plan, including . We came here with four friends and each of us ordered something different to eat and I can safely say that every single one was AMAZING. Also our table was in-between the kitchen and the bar and we had lots of traffic of wait staff passing to serve bar patrons. At your next gathering impress your guests with our Island Inspired Banquet Menu. They opened two locations in Hawaii in 2005 and struck a licensing deal with Huntington Beachs Sams Seafood in 2009 for the use of Don the Beachcomber signage and many of the original recipes. [10] He was honored with a House Resolution Tourism Award in 1957. Lilikoi vinaigrette, blue cheese, thousand island, raspberry vinaigrette, papaya seed, Kamuela roma tomato, fresh mozzarella, basil chiffonade, balsamic vinaigrette, Fresh island ahi served on julienne cabbage, wasabi & soy sauce, Jumbo prawns tossed in a zesty tidal wave of island flavor, Fresh island ahi, avocado, seweed, alae salt with other flavors, Cajun seasoned, high temp, seard, served on 3 bean rice salad & ponzu sauce, Lobster, seafood, crab mixture, herbs & spices, panko enhanced with red pep per-mango tartar sauce, lemon wedge, Coconuten crusted prawns served with our pineapple mango tartar sauce, A combination of seafood delight. NOW OPEN . 616 N Robertson Blvd West Hollywood CA 90069, NOW OPEN A very nice theme type restaurant and bar. CLARA & NEGRA, Tequila Dame Mas Extra Aejo & Tequila Reposado 100% Agave, Marketing:Lamborghini & Porsche GT3 wrapped with companies logos, Mr. Tempo BeerCerveza Clara, Ultra Lager, India Pale Ale, Mr. Tempo Candy LineLa Dulceria chamoy infused candy, TEQUILA DAME MAS EXTRA AEJO & ", Copyright 2023 TicketsOnSale.com - All Rights Reserved. perfect for groups and Birthdays ! Accompanied by jasmine rice & Asian stir- fried vegetables, Two fresh Dungeness crabcakes Served on a bed of mixed greens with coconut curry aioli, Citrus & sesame crusted sushi grade Ahi seared rare. Garnish with a cherry. We take a look at one of the countrys first tiki bar. First created by Donn Beach, who almost single-handedly originated the tiki cultural fad of the 1940s and 1950s, it was one of dozens of rum concoctions that he, and later Trader Vic and numerous other . We have some fantastic filters set up at the top of the page, allowing you to curate the perfect search. [34][35][36][37][38][39][40], When Beach and Sund divorced in 1940 they had remained business partners. It's a little too hot & humid for my liking but it's worth it! Includes seafood cakes, tsunami prawns and seared peppered ahi. Opened as Vacation Village at the height of the cold war in June 1962, the Barefoot Bar was built beneath a pile of sand and could double as a bomb shelter. We are Accompanied by jasmine rice & Asian stir-fried vegetables, A 12oz organic ribeye marinated in pineapple juice served fried maui onions with our house ginger sauce Accompanied by garlic mashed potatoes & Asian stir-fried vegetables, Tender Baby Back Ribs glazed in our house ginger BBQ sauce. Good spot for kids. the prince of burgers! TEQUILA REPOSADO This page has all the event listings for Don The Beachcomber. Brandon B. said: We were 2 seconds away from not going because as you walk behind, Vince N. said: I broke my #1 travel rule, which is not to eat at a place you have, Jamie P. said: My wife and I ate here because we had been given a gift card for our, Della Lee G. said: Ordered a foot long Sweet Onion Chicken Teriyaki sandwich with all, Rodmann L Y. said: After 30yrs of patronizing our town's KFC here in Kailua-Kona, HI, Violet B. said: Delicious avocado toast. Since they come with the double tortilla per taco, you can easily split each taco into two for sharing. All natural juices in the cocktails makes a huge difference, and its clear they don't cut corners here. I had the Ahi while my date took on the "Street Style Chicken". The restaurant was decorated in a tropical island motif with bamboo and materials he had accumulated from his travels and work on movie sets. He mixed potent rum cocktails at both of these tropically-decorated locations, which he referred to as "Rhum Rhapsodies". Because he had a reputation as a fabulist "spinner of tall tales", some claim that him actually living in the South Pacific is "almost certainly not true". The license type is 47 - On-Sale General - Eating Place. Each claimed to have created the Mai Tai (the Tahitian word for "good"), a popular rum and fruit-juice based cocktail that Beach said was a knock-off of his Q.B. She turned it into one of the nation's first chains of themed restaurants, with 16 locations at its height. [49], After the divorce Beach met and married a younger woman of partial Maori ancestry from New Zealand who would become his third wife, Phoebe Beach. We guarantee that your tickets will be authentic and delivered in time for the event. A Half-pound of Angus beef, delicately seasoned, flame-broiled as you like it with butter lettuce, crisp dill pickle, sweet Hawaiian onion & thick cut tomato topped with mango-ginger aioli and your choice of thick cut Cheddar, Monterey Jack or Bleu Cheese crumbles . Price is a bit high for the quality. or below face value. Cheesy Polynesian decor in need of an update. The crew members parachuted out, were immediately captured, and then held 11 months in German POW camps before being liberated. The food is good and the portions are a good size. We arrived a few minutes before our reservation time and the hostes was very scatter brained. A heads up or an option to decline being seated with others would have been nice. and will arrive before your event. This Don the Beachcomber opened there in 1962, in the third floor of the Sahara, and featured decor by Eli Hedley, who also created the large signature tikis for the nearby Aku Aku. Cantonese food. We were early by fifteen minutes and they were not busy, I saw a big birthday party group of 20 people and maybe a few other tables but not super busy. CA - San Jose. Here's a list of his 10 best drinks for your enjoyment. Amazing service for such a busy night (Valentines day)!! 100% AGAVE, Mr. Tempo Beer bottledCerveza Clara, Ultra Lager, India Pale Ale. With his business growing in popularity, Donn had his eye on a larger space across the street, at 1727 N. McCadden. MR. TEMPO BEER Read more, Kayla D. I will never forget this place. Seriously a fan girl of don's! In a 1987 interview for The Watumull Foundation Oral History Project, Beach claims that he spent his early school days in Mandeville, Louisiana, as well as the Colony of Jamaica and Texas. the latest technology and security to deliver the best tickets at low prices. In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, blend the white, dark, and golden rums with the lime, pineapple, and papaya juices. Will be back. 363 reviews. Many say that Donn created the mai tai in 1934 (Trader Vics of San Francisco claims that they were the drinks original creators, but not until the 1940s). CAN - MB - Winnipeg. Service ok but with the appearance of wanting to turn tables quickly. The food Donn served paired perfectly with the drinks he developed. Another Don the Beachcomber (1980-1983) opened in the former Barefoot Bar location in Vacation Village Hotel, Mission Bay beachfront resort. ", "Very easy and cheaper than stub hub for same tickets. To make contact with our waiter we had to wait til other servers could get hold of him. The Barefoot Bar returned and is back in the spot of the Beachcomber. After traveling in the South Pacific and the Caribbean, he landed in Hollywood and worked as an illegal bootlegger, making moonshine during Prohibition for a number of years. and his table-side banter was very classic ! San Jose Sharks; St. Louis Blues; Tampa Bay Lightning; Toronto Maple Leafs; Vancouver Canucks; Vegas Golden Knights; Published on August 23, 2016. Would definitely use again for future tickets. The restaurant is cute with fun Hawaiian decor and music. My husband ordered Ahi and was disappointed as well (overcooked and no taste). [18] Such imitation of Beach's work was common. He married three times. Performance & security by Cloudflare. Packed with vintage menus, photos, recipes and trivia about Marilyn Monroe and Bob Hopes eating habits,L.A.s Legendary Restaurantswill delight history buffs and food nerds alike. Richard & Leo were so attentive! [28] Donn also created his first "Polynesian Village" at his Encino, California ranch, where he continued to entertain many Hollywood celebrities with extravagant luaus. Keep up the great service! Served with jasmine rice and sauted seasonal vegetables, Pan roasted and bacon wrapped served with citrus beurre blanc, jasmine rice, and seasoned vegetables, Grilled seabass served over a bed of rice topped with black bean aioli sauce accompanied with seasonal vegetables, Sauteed tomatoes with sliced flank steak & scallions mixed with a light curry tomato sauce, Udon noodles stir fried with season vegetables and sweet soy sauce, Slow roasted in jumbo banana leaves & hand pulled. [27], In the 1930s Beach also met and married Sunny Sund (birth name Cora Irene Sund), a waitress and aspiring entrepreneur from Minnesota. Topped with Season Fruits, Your choice of 3 Scoops Vanilla, Bacio, Pineapple, Mango Please ask server about seasonal flavors. They really do need air conditioning. Sizzle Me Mushrooms $34.95. [3][4] A U.S. Census document from 1910 has him living in Limestone County, Texas at the age of 3. At the time, the area had become a haven for tiki bars, such as the Zamboanga South Seas Club, the Pirates Den, the Tonga Hut, Tiki Ti and many others, all frequented by celebrities. ITT Sheraton Corporation had asked Stephen Crane ( The Luau, Kon-Tiki, Ports o' Call) to open another of his Kon . It still serves up classic Donn. Awesome Polynesian atmosphere , but the service was just okay, and the food was not so good. All you need is a great attitude to learn, be persistent, be dedicated, and have pride in what you do. Barefoot Bar at Vacation Village. Unfortunately, the food was really bad. Also, we had to wait almost 15min for a server to come to our table. The service was excellent, steaks fantastic, loved the mai tai and the wine. [5] The same 1910 census document lists him as being born in Texas, and his mother, Molly Gant, as having a father who was born in Louisiana. Only complaint was it took a long time with only one server/bartender (she was great!) Wonderful fish dinners. Despite being very hungry when we arrived, my food smelled so bad and tasted awful that I barely ate any of it. Would do it again in a heartbeat. Was definitely an "island" atmosphere. Skirball was a Hollywood producer (Saboteur, Shadow of a Doubt) and had more than a few easter eggs hidden on site, including 20 mission bells from El Camino Real, and a fountain from the film Cleopatra. He died in 1989 in Honolulu. With its success he began calling himself Don the Beachcomber (the eventual name of his establishment), and also legally changed his name to Donn Beach. Served with fries and island slaw, Seared with lychee, pineapple, Macadamia Nut topping with a citrus butter sauce & soy reduction. Went early had a drink in the bar, Great Happy Hour Prices on Drinks & Bar Food! Fill a collins glass with ice. There are links on the right side of this page with fantastic customer testimonials and for other popular events similar to your search. We'll definitely be back. Chicago, Illinois (opened in 1940) - 101 East Walton Place, Corona del Mar, California (opened in 1969) - 3901 E. Coast Highway. Personalized service that made us feel like we were the most important people there! 16278 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA 92649 It got better from there. The tiki bar is awesome great happy hour prices. My husband and I were pleasantly surprised by the awesome ambience and delightful food and drinks. Learn more about offering online ordering to your diners. The restaurant advertised for new employees as early as November 1979. Created with Sketch. After reviewing your order details, click on the purchase button to secure your order. The salad was good , and the ribs were better than average, for sure. Its a "must go" for and evening of classic food and drinks to see almost what the original Don the Beachcomber 's was like. / drinks :one of a kind The man-made Vacation Isle was originally called Tierra del Fuego. I can recommend this place enough. Cooler and the Test Pilot. 16278 South Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA 92649, Huntington Beach / Seal Beach / Fountain Valley. Accompanied by mashed potatoes, Crispy chicken in spicy orange sauce on a bed of deep fried vermicelli with seasoned vegetables. [1] Some believe he may have been forced out in part by the mob. The Don the Beachcomber in Orange County 's Huntington Beach, though not the Hollywood original, is about as close as you can get, physically and aesthetically. Finally saw someone rushing around, asked them if I may please get some service. Citation: Martin S. Lindsay. . Lots of interested nooks and banquet rooms. [31], He was awarded the merit version of the Bronze Star while setting up rest camps for combat-weary airmen of the 12th and 15th Air Forces in Capri, Nice, Cannes, the French Riviera, Venice, the Lido and Sorrento at the order of his friend, Lieutenant General Jimmy Doolittle. Obtenga el men, las fotos y la informacin de la ubicacin de Don the Beachcomber - Permanently Closed en Huntington Beach, , CA. We WILL be back! It didnt help. Their open table was down !!!! customers. Unfortunately, reviews of their food and drink were no better than those of Dons. I am so glad Tempo opened a location in Downey. tried the cocktails they were a good try, the "Mixologist" needs to go lighter on the flavors, they will taste more like they should. The place is a bit worn, but a real novelty. served with au jus, creamy horseradish and accompanied with don's lyonnaise potatoes, This ice cream pie is a blend of layered sweet sensations: oreo cookie crust, kona coffee ice cream, whipped cream, chocolate sauce, fresh fruit garnish, A big island scoop of chocolate, vanilla or kona coffee ice cream, A chocolate sin-sation. 2023 Food Republic. Fun place. He settled in Waikiki, where he opened his second "Polynesian Village", known as Waikiki Village. You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. Call ahead for current entertainment schedule. sauce, piled high on a sweet Hawaiian bun, Our famous stick ribs, de-boned, and piled on a Brioche bun with homemade ginger B.B.Q. [46] At its height, the International Market Place encompassed 50 shops, night clubs, and restaurants, three of which were owned by Beach himself. This is a fun psu,do-replica, classic dishes from the past exclusive to Don the Beachcomber's, and classic cocktails. Prices may be above Got the rib eye, was good but probably about $10 over priced. [48] The relationship was described as tempestuous and harmful to Beach's businesses and they divorced. One account about David Niven had the actor anonymously placing a $100 bill in a sealed envelope for Donn at the Garden of Allah Hotel during a time when Beach was completely broke. Great live Hawaiian music. The tacos come with three different meats (Korean marinated pork, Beef short ribs and chicken tinga. Couldn't smell food cooking or in general. A shrewd businessman, Donn installed a sprinkler system on top of the bars tin roof so customers would think it was raining and stay for another drink. Donn Beach, 1939. Vacation Village is now called Paradise Point Resort & Spa. Reviews on Beachcomber in San Jose, CA - Beachcomber Apartments, Bean Hollow State Beach, Forbidden Island, Poplar Beach, Ocean Beach, Palm House, Smuggler's Cove, Blufftop Coastal Park, Miramar Beach Restaurant, Marina State Beach You will not be disappointed at This place. Donn served in the U.S. Army during World War II, leaving his beloved tiki bar under Sunnys management. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. I had friends coming to the Rose Bowl from our hometown and booked this place to hopefully have a fun experience. From award-winning pastry chef George Geary comes ahistorical look at Los Angeless most talked-about restaurants and dishes fromthe 1920s through the 1980s. If you would like to see only weekend listings, a specific date, venue, or time of day we have you covered. Join our mailing. The Martini I had was excellent (Tanqueray straight up). Santa Monica CA 90401, NOW OPEN Scorpion Drink Best Calamari Steak I've ever had He married three times. This is our new go to spot for both food and DRINKS!! Again the food was good and the atmosphere was nice, just wish our food would have came out at the same time. There was ample parking and room for large parties. My husband and I ate separately. ", "Easy and quick process. The ribs were returned about 10 minutes later and were hot. Geary has updated over 100 famousrecipes for todays home cook, allowing us to re-create the chili Elizabeth Taylor once craved and more. Under the terms of his divorce from Sunny, Donn was not allowed to open a Don the Beachcomber in the United States. CAN - AB - Edmonton and Calgary. The property was renamed the San Diego Princess Resort, and the restaurant became the Polynesian Princess. Wish it was a better overall experience. They divorced in 1940, the same year Sunny opened a Beachcomber branch in Chicago. ttentive staff that made every request seem easy. All Rights Reserved. The service is OK. . [6], The interview was given only three years before his death, and many dates are difficult to align. He also built the open-air International Market Place in the center of Honolulus tourist area, where his offices were located above an enormous banyan tree. I was wondering if they were understaffed by how long our food took. Also liked the fact that we could dress business casual and didnt at all feel out of place. Service was poor. He later built the International Market Place and additional establishments in what was then the Territory of Hawaii. Don The Beachcomber. Date January 6, 1965 Sponsor Don the Beachcomber. Karaoke from bar sounded happening but was very loud. Beef and tomato and Huli Huli chicken dishes were good. I always loved the original Don the Beachcomber in Hollywood but that was torn down in the mid 1980s. He eventually shipped the houseboat to Moorea, and lived there in retirement for a number of years before a succession of hurricanes destroyed it. Oxnard, California (opened in 1976) - 2631 Wagon Wheel Road (former home of the Trade Winds). Bad service but great drinks [1] A former Los Angeles councilman alleged that one reason for the name change was to distance himself from past bootlegging and the former operation of an illegal speakeasy called "Ernie's Place". . sauce, Vanilla Ice Cream & Dark Rhum Caramel Sauce, Dark Chocolate Cake with a Bittersweet Chocolate Truffle Center Served with Vanilla Ice Cream, With a Strawberry Coulis and Fresh Berries, Served in a Flaky Pine Nut Crust. 167 dishes. We come here once a month for a group meet up, we will be back but for drinks and the group meet up but I will never be dinning here again. We waited for a few more minutes then we were served the crab and duck, another few minutes and crab cake,ribs, salmon and burger. Food was good. This is the first and last place we visit in California! Dozens of now-classic cocktail recipes are claimed (though not without controversy, in some cases) to have been invented by Don the Beachcomber, including the Mai Tai, Zombie, and Navy Grog.. Don the Beachcomber (1970-1973), albeit short-lived, was in the brand new Sheraton Inn - San Diego Airport, now called the Bay Tower at Sheraton San Diego Hotel and Marina. We are a resale marketplace, prices may be above face value We are a resale marketplace. Don The Beachcomber Dinner Menu Menu for Don The Beachcomber Dinner Menu Bar Menu PuPus Sticky Ribs Tender baby back ribs glazed in our house ginger B.B.Q sauce 25 reviews 5 photos $12.00 Ahi Poke Tacos Crispy won ton shells filled with sushi grade ahi, guacamole, wasabi crema & shredded cilantro 20 reviews 3 photos $14.00 Da'kine Calamari The food was delicious! Donn created a total of 84different cocktails. Very friendly. Served with jasmine rice & asian stir-fried vegetables, Filets of mild & tender basa sole crusted in crispy panko. The "Pressed Duck" of 1937 was great ! Restaurant Customer Service Improves in New Video Where To Find The Best Plant-Based Food In Vienna, Remembering Jonathan Gold, Our Greatest Food Write How Belle Isle Craft Spirits Learned To Love Infus 10 Important Things To Know About Ice In Cocktails. A listing on Allmenus.com does not necessarily reflect our affiliation with or endorsement of the listed restaurant, or the listed restaurant's endorsement of Allmenus.com. They're understaffed Inspired by his travels, Donn filled the new place with Polynesian flair, including a bamboo bar with matching barstools, fishing nets draped on the walls, large glass fishing weights in every shade of blue and green imaginable, and the now-ubiquitous cocktail umbrellas adorning his drinks. i would return to Don's to enjoy their lively bar scene. See restaurant menus, reviews, ratings, phone number, address, hours, photos and maps. Web. [33], Sund continued to expand Don the Beachcomber under her management. Great food good prices good entertainment. [1] Sund remarried to William Casparis in 1947. An early motto for the bar was "If you can't get to paradise, I'll bring it to you! The couple divorced but continued to be business partners and Sunny's Chicago Don The Beachcomber restaurant - where this menu is from - was named one of the top 50 restaurants in the US in 1947. Ticket prices may exceed face value. Food was good as was the service and after our meal we were drawn to the bar area where a lively guitar duo played classical music. "[24][25][14], Beach's restaurant was popular with Hollywood actors, some of which became frequent customers and friends. Closed in the 1980s, Marina del Rey, California (opened in 1970) - Hotel Marina del Rey, 13534 Bali Way. I ordered kalua pork and couldn't eat it nor the rice and mushy veggies. Get Don The Beachcomber can be contacted at (562) 592-1321. The village was dotted with many thatch huts and wood carvings made by one of Beach's friends, "Mick" Brownlee. Vacation Village was developed by Jack Harold Skirball (Bowlero bowling alleys), contractor Robert Golden, architect Elbridge Ted Spencer (Ahwahnee Hotel in Yosemite) and his wife Jeanette Dryer Spencer as interior designer. all on a Brioche bun, Tender roasted Kalua pork with homemade ginger B.B.Q. Don The Beachcomber view schedule and browse seating to find lowest prices. 75-5852 Alii Drive, Kailua Kona, HI 96740. Finally once we were seated it took our sever another 5 minutes before we were acknowledged to place a drink order then another 25 minutes before taking our dinner order and we've been waiting patiently the whole time. Check your email for a confirmation link. Would not recommend at all. Loved everything! sauce, piled high on a sweet Hawaiian bun, Our famous stick ribs, de-boned, and piled on a Brioche bun with homemade ginger B.B.Q. [8] In 1937, the bar moved across the street to 1727 N. McCadden Pl., expanded into a restaurant, and its name was changed to Don The Beachcomber. Accompanied by jasmine rice & Asian stir-fried vegetables, A 12oz organic ribeye marinated in pineapple juice served fried maui onions with our house ginger sauce Accompanied by garlic mashed potatoes & Asian stir-fried vegetables, Tender Baby Back Ribs glazed in our house ginger BBQ sauce. [1] Her popular Chicago Don the Beachcomber was named one of the top 50 US restaurants in 1947. Entertainment overlooking the bay. Los Angeles, CA 90028, NOW OPEN Service was slow and could not find a waitress to get a refill despite being one of 3 tables in main dining room. Been going since i was a kid and it was Sam's. It truly has the best tiki atmosphere, great food and Walk-ins are always welcome! We can arrange for off site delivery. We are well known in bringing new and unique wines, whisky and spirits to our customers, and are proud to work with local distributors and local wineries. Live Polynesian entertainment with our Sunday Luau Champagne Brunch featuring the live performance of TUPUA. [6] He built an elaborate houseboat, the Marama, a prototype for what he hoped would be floating housing in Hawaii, but failed to get the zoning for it. It was very loud issue to a party bus stopping in for drinks at the bar It took a very long time to be seated for our reservation time of 1pm because no one was at the front to see us or say hello. We went on Fish Fry night and the fish was very good. Don the Beachcomber San Diego, California, United States This short-lived location of the Don the Beachcomber restaurant chain opened in a Sheraton Hotel in 1970 and lasted for a few years before closing in 1973. He then spent at least an additional year island hopping on freighters throughout the South Pacific. Created with Sketch. I'm a huge fan and plan on returning soon for some karaoke. [15][16][17] Proser continued to steal Beach's ideas, opening "Beachcomber" restaurants on the east coast. Own this business? Reservations are available, please give us a call. Kids liked Mac n cheese. Dined on November 19, 2012. All you need is a great attitude to learn, be . Click to reveal vegetables. Came here for the first time and I can assure you that it will not be the last time. Expansion and renovation ads, articles San Diego Union, 16 Nov 1979, 20 Jan 1980. West Coast Classics, LLC specialize in buying and selling rare and primarily low mileage original southern California rust free classic cars, which are purchased through a small network of close and long-time associates. Don the Beachcomber - Permanently Closed is rated 3.6 stars by 295 OpenTable diners. I had Tomato's and Beef, which I gather is a signature dish, and was not disappointed. 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