Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar - Fairmont San Francisco

4.1

2039 Reviews

$31 to $50

Asian

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 21, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 18 times today

Great for creative cocktails
Good for special occasions
Lively

A visit to San Francisco is not complete without experiencing Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar. The Tonga Room offers exceptional Polynesian Cuisine in a tropical setting that includes thunder and rainstorms. It is the perfect escape after a busy day of meetings or shopping along Union Square. Be sure to try the Mai Tai, voted the City's best by Conde Nast Traveler.

This booking is for dinner service not for drinks and/or appetizers only. The Island Groove performs a live set starting at 7:00 pm. A $15 per person cover charge applies to all guests seated in the restaurant or bar during the entertainment, regardless of the time they arrive.

No-show reservations/cancellations for any reason outside of 48-hours will be charged $50 per guest on the evening of the reservation. Cancellations must be sent by email to TongaRoom@Fairmont.com. Each reservation guarantees a table in our dining room for a 2-hour experience.

For Parties over 10, contact TongaRoom@Fairmont.com to discuss reservations.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Asian, Polynesian
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(415) 772-5278
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar is the ideal spot to celebrate memorable occasions such as birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, graduations and other special events. Rainstorms, thunder and lightning enhance your dining experience and will turn moments into memories for you and your guests.

Location
950 Mason St., San Francisco, CA 94108
Neighbourhood
Nob Hill
Cross Street
California St.
Parking details
Street Parking is available as well as the Hotel Parking Garage with no validation
Entertainment
The Island Groove is our live band who performs the top 40 hit songs from the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s as well as current hits. The Island Groove performs a live set starting at 7:00 pm. A $15 per person cover charge applies to all guests seated in the restaurant or bar during the entertainment, regardless of the time they arrive.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,039 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

3.5Food
4.4Service
4.6Ambience
3.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar offers a "great tiki drinks" experience with a "fun ambiance" and "entertaining live music." While the decor and atmosphere are highlights, the food receives mixed feedback, with some finding it overpriced. It's recommended for drinks and the unique setting, not as much for dining.

2,039 Reviews

T
Tina
Portland8 reviews
2.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Overpriced and mediocre. Loud band making it impossible to talk. $22 gun and tonic. Never again!
Is this helpful?
A
Arik
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was great, the service was exceptional, and the drinks were delicious. The music however was not great. I’m a big reggae fan but it just didn’t fit the vibe. I was sincerely hoping for some exotica or surf music. Why not play some Arthur Lyman, Martin Denny, or Dick Dale? I think this would drastically improve the ambience.
Is this helpful?
K
Kathryn
San Francisco8 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fun spot to go, good bucket list experience! Great to come with family! Drinks are deliciously strong!
Is this helpful?
A
Allison
Toronto1 review
1.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Absolutely unimpressed by our experience. We were confronted by a $15/person surcharge for the entertainment that we weren’t informed of until being seated. Service at the front was uninterested if not disrespectful. The server was fine, food was tasty but highly priced. Drinks good. Surprised about the low quality of our experience relative to other reviews.
Is this helpful?
T
Theresa
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience at the Tonga Room last night! We had a wonderful dinner-the drinks we had were tropical and the food was delicious! The band was outstanding and the overall ambiance a lot of fun!
Is this helpful?
CD
CDevilSportfishing
Greater Boston2 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was great to visit the famed Tonga Room, if only for the nostalgia. The service was fabulous, the decor, appropriately south sea kitsch. The drinks were fabulous, all be them $22 a piece. We were disappointed that the menu is so limited. Very few entrees, sides and apps to choose from. All very overpriced. The food was good. Not great. It’s worth one visit, for sure.
Is this helpful?
K
Kim
San Francisco1 review
2.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
I know that things change , but what I thought would be a night out at an adult night club , ended up as a night at some low rent wedding . There were families with babies , teens at a party , 20 something’s in pajamas standing around on the dance floor . The host at the door was not welcoming at all. He was herding the guests into groups . I understand that the hotel or corporation might make more money with this concept , but maybe they could set aside certain nights for a more traditional night out . The band was ok , but not great for dancing . The wait staff is excellent.
Is this helpful?
A
Adrian
San Francisco3 reviews
2.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Drinks were strong, food was ok. Best dish we had was the mushroom fried rice, beef stir fry, not the best, too salty and steak was not tender
Is this helpful?
MD
MacelaD VIP
Sacramento2 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food is mid at best but drink are yummy. ambiance is amazing with the rain storms. go for drinks and vibe
Is this helpful?
OT
OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston4 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Good overall food was not good. Drinks were good and prices were high.
Is this helpful?

FAQs

Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar - Fairmont San Francisco is rated 4.1 stars by 2039 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 21, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 18 times today

Google Map for Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar - Fairmont San Francisco

950 Mason St., San Francisco, CA 94108

Additional information

Cross Street
California St.
Neighbourhood
Nob Hill
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Asian, Polynesian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking is available as well as the Hotel Parking Garage with no validation
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
The Island Groove is our live band who performs the top 40 hit songs from the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s as well as current hits. The Island Groove performs a live set starting at 7:00 pm. A $15 per person cover charge applies to all guests seated in the restaurant or bar during the entertainment, regardless of the time they arrive.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Phone number
(415) 772-5278
Private party facilities
Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar is the ideal spot to celebrate memorable occasions such as birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, graduations and other special events. Rainstorms, thunder and lightning enhance your dining experience and will turn moments into memories for you and your guests.

Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar - Fairmont San Francisco

Make a reservation

Additional information

Menu

What 2,039 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

How is Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar - Fairmont San Francisco restaurant rated?

Is Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar - Fairmont San Francisco currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Additional information