Sneaky Tiki Bar — Restaurant in Santa Rosa Island

This place is PERFECT for Pensacola which translates to “good is good enough”. Aside from the beach and rum drinks, this isn’t “tiki”. Packed with kids that I’d suspect most of which weren’t even remotely of-age and pounding pop/club music which is a South Beach vibe. Young, loud, and drunk. NOT “tiki” which is mellow and relaxing serving drinks with fresh juices as-in mixology, not blenders. Partyin’ partyin’ HEY!! Hard pass.

Additional clarification after Owner's snarky advertisement and lack of reading comprehension:

FACT: It was Spring Break FOR HIGH SCHOOLS and while I didn't check ID's, I feel fairly confident in my "SUSPICION". Given that I was born and raised there and know how VERY EASY underage drinking was and that now PBeach is a MAJOR tourist draw (I've seen the 'visit PB' ads all across this country) with SIX TIMES the bars AND two liquor stores, well...I'll just apply logic here. ALSO, when we're on PB, we're visiting family whom are GENERATIONS deep on that beach and if the 19-year old nieces and nephews confirm that they and their friends go here and get their drink on, well....more logic. BUT, I understand that I can not prove my "Suspicion" nor can you prove against as TWO stings might cover TWO weekends. And then what? Doesn't matter, that wasn't the point.

"Tiki garden": nearly fell down laughing. Those are garnishes that every single bar in the world uses and they have to be fresh as they look, smell, and taste absolutely wretched when they're not.

I said "this isn't Tiki" and that was my point. It isn't. Just because you've bogarted the word as most southern beach bars do, it isn't one (But, that's like today's "country music". It absolutely is not). FACT: There is minimal to zero use of a blender in a PROPER "Tiki" bar. You'll not find a Bushwacker at ANY "proper" tiki bar, and very rarely Pina Coladas or Daiquiris and if you do, they're mixed drinks, not blended. FACT: Then, there's the whole avenue of using the proper blender (immersion/spindle) and the proper ice (nuggets/cracked) for proper tiki drinks. Slushy style absolutely is not.

FACT: This is my thing. I travel the world going to PROPER tiki bars. My review is for people in that world to know in advance what this place IS NOT. The fact that land-locked middle-Americans come here and just have the best time ever changes nothing. Good for you for successfully capitalizing on that quality of tourism but if you look up 'Sunken Harbor', 'Golden Tiki', 'False Idol', and the globally recognized tiki standard, 'Mai Kai' in Ft Lauderdale, you'll see that THOSE are "Tiki Bars", and this IS NOT. No slushies, no pop music, no electronic music, no drunk youngsters.

PROPER TIKI is mellow vibes, properly mixed and balanced cocktails each utilizing more ingredients per than this bar even has (Falernum, Orgeat, Fassionola, Dry Curaçao, Campari, Green Chartreuse, etc....), and having DOZENS of various Rhums yet NEVER including Bacardi, Malibu, Sailor Jerry, nor Kraken.

FACT: This isn't "tiki". It's THAT simple and is exactly...

Sneaky Tiki Paradise: Beach Swings, Sunsets & Tropical Bliss (5 Stars)

The Sneaky Tiki Bar is a hidden gem! We stopped for some drinks on the beach and were instantly charmed.

Beach Bum Vibes & Sunset Dreams: This place oozes cool. Tons of Adirondack chairs facing the bay sink you right into the beachy atmosphere. Perfect for soaking up the sun, enjoying a tropical drink, and watching a breathtaking sunset paint the sky.

Shortcut to Paradise: Don't be fooled by the location behind an RV park. Sneaky Tiki is a shortcut to paradise! Plus, there's even water access, making it an ideal spot for a beach day pitstop.

Swizzle with a Smile: The young male bartender was fantastic - friendly and helpful. He definitely added to the positive vibes.

Swing Time Fun: And can we talk about the bar swings? Such a fun and unique touch! We loved sipping our drinks and swaying gently in the breeze as we watched the sunset.

Overall: Sneaky Tiki Bar gets a resounding 5 stars! The beach setting, friendly service, cool atmosphere, and epic sunsets make it a must-visit for anyone seeking a tropical escape in Pensacola Beach. Highly recommend! Just remember, it's hidden behind the RV park, but definitely worth...

I had done my research for a Tiki Bar in Pensacola and was happy to find The Sneaky Tiki. It's a bit hidden but if you know what you are looking for it's pretty easy to find and accessible. We were lucky enough to arrive on a day that the owner J.J. was working and got first class service. We ordered the refillable travel mug and it was well worth the money. It's $30 to start for a signature drink and then $9 for well double refills for the lifetime of your mug when you return. We ordered a couple other signature drinks on the side and made the mistake of not requesting the brand of whiskey we desired and the owner happily made us a new one . The vibe and space is beautiful for a casual night out and a beautiful sunset. We met some super cool people and are looking forward to heading back the next time we are in Pensacola. Thanks J.J and Peyton for a wonderful experience! Spring & Quinn...