See One Of The Worlds Most Unusual Restaurants Located In California

Ain't No Party Like a Tonga Room party! 

It's been named one of "The World's Most Unusual Restaurants," and it sure holds up to the name. Renowned for its unique tropical ambiance and lively atmosphere, the Tonga Room features a massive indoor lagoon with a floating stage where live bands and DJs play music. The lagoon also hosts periodic rainstorms with thunder and lighting effects, creating a one-of-a-kind experience for visitors. 

The Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar is a famous tiki bar in the luxurious Fairmont San Francisco Hotel in San Francisco, California. Since its opening in 1945, the Tonga Room has become a popular destination for locals and tourists, attracting people who want to indulge in a retro, tiki-themed experience while enjoying delicious food and drinks. 

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Fun Fact: 1944, the first Mai Tai was poured in Oakland, California. 

According to the Tonga Room website Anthony Bourdain once described it as "the greatest place in the history of the world." The hotel added a 75-foot indoor swimming pool in 1929 on its Terrace Level known as the "Fairmont Plunge." The pool attracted local crowds and celebrities like actress Helen Hayes and actor Ronald Reagan. 

The Tonga Room & Hurrican Bar made LoveFood's list of "The World's Most Unusual Restaurants" and has been recognized as one of the world's hottest bars by Vice, Food Network, ABC, Travel & Leisure, and more. 

The next time you find yourself in San Fransisco, California, make sure you've got a reservation at the Tonga Room & Hurrican Club.