Paradise Club

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7068 W Belmont Ave
Chicago, IL 60634

Critiki was an online database that cataloged over 1,000 tiki bars and Polynesian pop culture locations worldwide, both past and present. Founded by Humuhumu Trott in 2002, it served as a resource for those interested in the history and aesthetic of Polynesian-themed establishments.

Despite its popularity, Trott recognized the limitations of Critiki and the need for a more authentic engagement with Native Hawaiian and Pacific cultures. After years of reflection, she concluded it was time for the platform to come to an end in 2022, emphasizing the importance of aligning personal values with a broader understanding of cultural representation.

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Rob R.
1/1/2014

The Banana Spider is a wonderful summer drink that tastes just like liquid Hawaii. An invention of Paradise Club's current proprietor, you have to go to the city's premier Polish Tiki lounge to...

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Peggy T.
12/23/2022

THIS is a hidden gem. I wish they'd update the tiki aspect of the decor, but it's still an excellent and fun place to hang out. Margaret the bartender is incredibly sweet and generous, and the...

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Tommy T.
2/28/2015

This place (and getting here) is a trip. Ask to see the menu. You will not get any tiki drinks without it. They advertise a Blue Hawaiian and a Mai Tai and you know the word on the street is...

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Richmond C.
5/10/2017

Don't skip this place for a fresh Hawaiian tropical drink. Awesome tiki hut wall to ceilling decor. Aquariums and black light makes you feel like your under a tropical starlit beach. Bring a date...

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Ruben S.
3/31/2017

Good place to stop and get a beer! They are very COLD! They also specialize in Hawaiian drinks , Hawaiian themed bar , dark with black lights , not bad,Margaret was very nice, very welcoming.Stop...

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