Forbidden Island
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Customer Reviews (17 reviews)
by wrightjoy at Citysearch
on Citysearch Jun 27, 2010We usually want a more interesting menu to choose from so we go out of town, but on occasion we stop in. BTW The service is usually good and fast. (more)
misterboris
on Citysearch Mar 03, 2008Forbidden Island is an delicious escape from everything, I've been there several times in the past year and have never been disappointed. It's not just the drinks that are amazing, the entire atmosphere is great. I... (more)
jjlasne
on Citysearch Sep 29, 2007I like the place, I like the outdoor patio although I don' t understand why the servers cannot serve drinks there (because it is a parking?) but I have yet to receive good service there, especially when it gets near... (more)
snodaisy
on Citysearch Nov 14, 2006This dive bar gone tiki is a great after work hangout. Drinks are generally strong and well made, however service is slow and some of the bartenders are superior to others. (The chicks seem to know what they're doing... (more)
cocol100
on Citysearch Oct 18, 2006Have frequented Forbidden Island since June. Great ambiance. Kinda reminds me of Trader Vics. And as traditional Tiki bars go, it's ambient lit. It's not supposed to be sunny -- it's like walking into the galley of a... (more)
dustinsmomma
on Citysearch Aug 21, 2006I absolutely loathe this place. I started out really liking it, going there with my sister one Friday night. I had the pirate grog which was very good, albeit expensive, and my sister got something I can't recall the... (more)
Contributor
on Citysearch Jun 24, 2006This fanciful 1960s-style tiki lounge serves up waterfalls, bamboo huts and inventive cocktails made with fresh-squeezed juices and seasonal ingredients. (more)
chongolio
on Citysearch May 17, 2006So if you haven't heard yet the Forbidden Island in Alameda is happening! I was completely blown away by what was waiting for me inside. Tasty drinks mixed by a knowledgeable and skilled staff, exotic ambiance... (more)
drtolman
on Citysearch May 09, 2006Forbidden Island deserves high marks on everything- excellent drinks, inviting atmosphere, great service After an evening here, you feel like youve been away on vacation! The decor is gorgeous and so thoughtful... (more)
flightrisk4fun
on Citysearch May 07, 2006In a word, Forbidden Islands was absolutely FANTASTIC! It is on a quiet residential block, but inside it is full of energy and fun! The music (not live) was upbeat and fun. The drinks were some of the best drinks I have... (more)
humuhumu
on Citysearch May 01, 2006Forbidden Island is a gem of a place. I'm a huge fan of tiki bars, and I've travelled far and wide to visit as many as I can -- I would be thrilled to discover this place if it were on the other side of the country; I'm pinching... (more)
thejab
on Citysearch May 01, 2006This new tiki bar on the island of Alameda is the perfect recreation of a tiki bar from the 1960s. There is a long bar covered with a bamboo-framed thatched roof and some cozy booths made from bamboo with thatched hut... (more)
mykel57
on Citysearch May 01, 2006What a wonderful place to open in the Bay Area! Bringing back the yesteryears of tiki and poly pop. Once you enter the front door, you are transported back to that small island you dreamt about for years. Rums of all... (more)
mme67
on Citysearch May 01, 2006Forbidden Island is exactly what it attempts to be, a well-done Tiki Lounge established for the appreciation of fine tropical cocktails and good company. The mood is right, the decor expertly done. Some great music... (more)
mrsmileyus
on Citysearch May 01, 2006A new tiki bar staffed with 3 employees from a world famous tiki restaurant/bar trained in the art of making a cocktail?!!? Sounds like a good start to me. Walking into the bar, one notices a few tikis and it doesn't stop... (more)
maria_e
on Citysearch Apr 30, 2006Had a great time there this past weekend. And the weekend before that. Forbidden Island rivals Traders Vic's in terms of ambiance, but it's much friendlier and more relaxed. It's literally like walking into a... (more)
nickyidol
on Citysearch Apr 30, 2006Follow up reveiw: I haven't been to Forbidden Island in a while (bogged down with work and life) but went by with some friends last weekend. What can I say? I realised how much I LOVE LOVE LOVE this bar. The drinks have... (more)