Where’s your regular weekend night hangout spot? Do you head down to the corner bar for a beer, or maybe linger in your favorite restaurant over glasses of wine? Shake up the routine a bit with a visit to this dreamy tiki bar that will let you escape to the tropics for a little while.
The next time you’re in the Old Market in Omaha, be sure to keep your eyes peeled for this unique underground bar.
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Descend the stairs and get ready for a tropical tiki-themed experience like no other.
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When you enter Laka Lono Rum Club, it’s like stepping into another world. The atmosphere is upbeat but relaxed, encouraging visitors to let loose and just enjoy the moment.
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The bar doesn’t actually represent any specific geographical region or a particular cultural group. Rather, it’s tiki for tiki’s sake.
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This popular rum club is an excellent example of tiki culture, which was born in California in the 1930s. Tiki is all about a state of mind; it lets you leave the regular world behind and escape to a fantasy world for a while.
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The bar is equal parts exciting and relaxing. You’ll marvel over the selection of cocktails, which contains exclusive creations as well as the old standards. Then you’ll slide into a booth, hop onto a barstool, or sink into one of these fabulous hanging chairs to enjoy a magical experience.
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If you show up on the right night, you may even get to see a mermaid splashing in the indoor waterfall. Talk about a fantasy come to life!
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One of the club’s specialties is the Baby Yoda drink. The adorable character is recreated in the cutest little cocktail you’ve ever seen. It’s a tropical fruity drink with cherries for eyes, lime slices for ears, and a white napkin “robe.”
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The ingenuity doesn’t end with little Yoda. You’ll find a whole bunch of unusual and impressive libations. And if you order something that doesn’t live up to your expectations, just let your server know; they’ll be happy to replace it with something you do like.
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Bring a group of friends and you can enjoy one of the unforgettable group drinks. This one is called Aphrodite on the Half Shell and serves 2-3 people. If you fall in love with the shell-shaped bowl, you can buy it!
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Go all out and spring for this masterpiece of a group drink: Dream of the Fisherman’s Wife. You can’t buy this bowl, but you and 9-10 friends can enjoy a bold, fruity, unforgettable drink unlike anything you’ve ever tried.
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Whatever you order, rest assured that it will be strong, it will most likely be fruity, and it will be totally delicious.
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Drop in any day between 5 p.m. and 2 a.m. for a fabulous escape. It’s like a little island of tropical fun right in the heart of Omaha.
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Check out Laka Lono Rum Club’s website or Facebook page to find out more about this super fun place.
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While you’re in the Old Market, hunt for vintage finds at the Imaginarium, then hop across the street to visit the Monster Club Pub & Grub.
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Address: 1204 Howard St, Omaha, NE 68102, USA
