Lee's Hawaiian Islander & Tiki Cocktail [Episode

Our friends stopped in Jersey on their way to Ohana in Lake George & we enjoyed dinner at the last original Polynesian Restaurant & Tiki Bar in New Jersey. This is how to make the Tiki Tiki Cocktail correctly, video tour included, FREE!

[@adambhoy]

Great idea Justin! I actually made a Jet Pilot to sit down and enjoy while watching, so I'll make that one next. Cheers!

[@TikiTriangle]

Thanks! Love a Jet Pilot! The problem is I can only have one these days, most don't realize it's simply just a variant of a Zombie, but I love the addition of cinnamon syrup rather than grenadine. One drink Lee's knows how to make correctly is their own version, known as the Islander Zombie - PROCEED WITH CAUTION! Cheers!

[@TikiWithRay]

I LOVE Lee's! But you know that! ;-)

[@TikiTriangle]

We all do! It's all we got left in these parts. I visit every chance I get. Thanks for watching!

[@atomicgrog]

Great video (RIP Brother Cleve) of a classic space. I didn't realize how big Lee's is. Hopefully it can be preserved. What's the dish they light on fire? Looks fantastic. The Tiki Tiki could use some help. I added 1/2 oz of honey, a dash of bitters and a few drops of Pernod, and it's quite a bit better. If I had to do it again, I'd remove an ounce of the light rum and replace with a half ounce of 151 Demerara. Okole maluna!

[@TikiTriangle]

They had a couple of flaming dishes, but I think it's not on the menu anymore (Volcanic Beef), this one was Orange Beef, delicious. I have no doubt the Tiki Tiki cocktail could use some help, but that is the beauty of it, its simple, anyone can really make it and one sip of it and you feel like you are at Lee's - its their basic flavor profile and it is nothing special but definitely hits the spot while dining there if its done right! When I have a chance, I am going to try your version of it!

[@atomicgrog]

@@TikiTriangle Okole maluna!

[@fxeditor1138]

How does Lee's compare to the Kowloon? I'm assuming they're pretty similar with good food and "less good" tiki drinks?

[@TikiTriangle]

They are 2 very different places for sure, but both should be on your list most definitely! Kowloon is more loud/crowded, but Lee's is more tranquil and quiet. Visit both if you have the chance but they are at least a 4-5 hour drive apart.

[@TikiTriangle]

Also, check out Episode #2110 I did on Kowloon 3yrs ago if it helps! th-cam.com/video/r8Nj1_QuquU/w-d-xo.html

[@fxeditor1138]

@@TikiTriangle thank you very much. I will check out the other vid!