Tiki TNT
Category: Tiki Bars, Rum Bars, Distilleries
Neighborhood: The Wharf
Price:
Address: 1130 Maine Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024, United States
✨ Vibe
A vibrant, three-story tropical oasis at The Wharf that blends industrial-cool with classic tiki kitsch, offering breathtaking waterfront views of the Potomac River.
🍸 Best For
Rum enthusiasts, waterfront sunset cocktails, lively group gatherings, tropical happy hours, and casual dockside dining.
🔥 Highlights
- In-House Distillery Experience: As the home of Thrasher’s Rum, guests can enjoy expert-led rum tastings and learn about the craft spirits distilled right on-site.
- High-Value Tropical Libations: The cocktail program features potent, liquor-forward favorites like the signature "TNT Problem Forgetter" and classic Blue Hawaiians that offer great value for the DC area.
- Pacific-Inspired Fare: The kitchen serves up fresh, flavorful bites including a popular Pupu platter, crunchy coconut shrimp, and zesty chicken tacos that perfectly complement the island drinks.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- The atmosphere truly transforms at night, making it the perfect time to experience the full effect of the tiki decor and the sparkling lights of the wharf.
- Located conveniently near several concert venues, it is an ideal spot for a pre-show drink or a laid-back happy hour with friends.
🔄 Weekly Events
⚗️ Distillery Tours & Tastings
Thrasher's Rum Distillery is open for tours and tastings at the Potomac Distilling Company.
⚗️ Thrasher's Rum Distillery Tours
Visit the Potomac Distilling Company for tours and tastings of small-batch, hand-crafted rums.
🥞 Weekend Tiki Brunch
Island-inspired brunch featuring bottomless P.O.G. Mimosas, Hawaiian Stuffed French Toast, and Chicken and Ube Waffles. Sunday features brunch all day.
Happy Hour
Drink deals including $7 Thrasher's Rum + mixers, $9 Daiquiris, and $5 Pacifico/Miller Lite. Food specials include $6 Tiki Tots, $10 Coconut Shrimp, and $12 Kalua Pork Sliders.
📰 In the News
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Tiki TNT at The Wharf features a Home Alone-themed holiday pop-up, offering Kevin McCallister–inspired cocktails and themed pizzas. The festive experience is paired with island Christmas music to create a tropical yet nostalgic seasonal atmosphere.
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Tiki TNT is a multi-level rum distillery and tiki bar on the Southwest Waterfront featuring signature cocktails like the Zombie, Mai Tai, and frozen rum and Coke. The venue offers a weekday happy hour from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. and a food menu that includes crystal shrimp dumplings, sliders, and pork-topped nachos.
Discover the art of rum-making with Tiki TNT and Thrashers Rum
Tiki TNT showcases its locally distilled Thrasher’s Rum through expert-led cocktail demonstrations and tastings at its Washington, D.C. distillery and bar. General Manager Michael Saccone highlights the craft of rum-making and provides insights into creating signature tropical spirits.
5 Tiki Bars in NoVA and DC Where the Tropics Come to Life
Tiki TNT is a three-story tiki bar and rum distillery at DC's Wharf that features house-made spirits in a variety of classic and original tropical cocktails. Created by Todd Thrasher, the venue pairs its extensive drink menu with Caribbean-inspired large plates and light bites.
Tiki TNT’s New Menu Highlights Korean-Inspired Flavors
Tiki TNT on The Wharf features a revamped menu by Executive Chef Steve Kim that blends his Korean heritage with island-inspired coastal cuisine. New signature dishes include Kalbi Rice Bowls, whole fried snapper, and interactive Pu Pu Platters designed to complement the venue's signature tropical cocktails.
Recent Reviews from Google
Amazing cocktails! Excellent service! Pupu platter was very good. Moderate level of tiki decor, but is definitely more legit at night. During the day it is too much steel, glass and light. But if...
Service: We stumbled on Tiki TNT while in the area looking for a happy hour spot and decided to give it a try. We were quickly seated and attended to, which was a great start. The staff was friendly...
Had an excellent experience here. Cocktail prices $16 each which is towards the cheaper end for DC, and you get a lot liquor for your dollar. Service was amazing, the decor was excellent, loved the...
Came across this place while in town for a concert and so glad we did. Such an amazing experience from start to finish. My friend and I did the rum tasting and Justin knows his stuff!!! We really...
As a tiki bar enthusiast, Tiki TNT was a nice little joint but primarily a tourist trap, but it located on the Potomac with a great view. Well-appointed with all of the traditional Tiki fair, a great...
