Kon Tiki (KON TIKI-cq) first opened its doors in 1963. The locally owned bar and restaurant has been a staple in midtown Tucson. The decor is inspired by a tropical type lifestyle that is carefree and beautiful. Thursday August 30, 2012 Tucson, Arizona photo by: Mamta Popat/Arizona Daily Star MANDATORY CREDIT, NO SALES, NO MAG
The Kon Tiki first opened its door in 1962 with a Polynesian theme and Tommy Wong, the former chef from the Aku-Aku restaurant at the Stardust in Las Vegas.
The Kon Tiki lives on today as a popular college hangout and a source for strong mixed drinks with unique names that take their cues from far off island destinations.
