Hula's Island Grill & Tiki Room, Polynesian restaurant in Downtown Santa Cruz, United States.
Hula's Island Grill & Tiki Room is a Polynesian restaurant in downtown Santa Cruz offering a full menu of island-inspired dishes including fresh seafood, tropical cocktails, and Hawaiian specialties. Located at 221 Cathcart Street, the kitchen blends cooking techniques from Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean into its preparations.
Brothers Chris and Craig Delaney opened their first location in Monterey before expanding to Santa Cruz in the 1990s. The restaurant gained recognition in 1998 and has remained a dining destination in the region since then.
The dining space displays vintage surf art and Hawaiian decorations that create a relaxed island feeling throughout. Guests can notice old surfboards and tropical ornaments displayed on walls and in corners, blending local surf culture with Pacific island style.
The restaurant opens daily with extended hours Wednesday through Saturday, making it accessible throughout the week. Happy hour specials on selected appetizers and drinks are available from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM on weekdays and weekends.
The restaurant participates in the Monterey Bay Aquarium's Seafood Watch Program, which promotes responsible fishing practices. This partnership demonstrates a commitment to sourcing seafood sustainably from the local waters.
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