Articles

  1. Why our kids love the Dole Whip sundaeA family meal can take a few different directions. The grown-ups might be ready for a burger, steak, seafood or a cold drink, while the kids are already…
  2. What to expect from the lounge TVs on big game daysBig game days feel different at South Pacific Cafe & Lounge. The 21+ tiki hut lounge brings together large-screen sports viewing, island-inspired drinks,…
  3. The Story Behind Our Tiki CarvingsThe carved figures in the South Pacific Cafe & Lounge family dining room are designed to make a meal feel like a small journey. Their shapes, expressions, and…
  4. How to score a seat at our Honolulu RoomA meal at South Pacific Cafe & Lounge is designed to feel like a change of scenery without leaving Battle Ground. Island-inspired flavors, welcoming…
  5. The perfect playlist for a rainy evening in the tiki loungeRain tapping against the windows can make an ordinary night feel wonderfully unhurried. Add warm island décor, glowing lamps, tropical cocktails, and the low…
  6. Why our tiki hut roof stands up to rainy weatherA thatched roof instantly changes the mood of a dining space. It brings to mind warm islands, cool drinks, gentle breezes, and an easygoing place to settle in…
  7. The science of crushed ice in our minty mojitosA great mojito is built from a few recognizable ingredients: bright lime, fresh mint, rum, sweetness, sparkling water, and plenty of ice. At South Pacific Cafe…
  8. Making A Virgin Hurricane With Real Cocktail ComplexityA Hurricane is known for its bold color, tropical aroma, layered fruit flavor, and generous sweetness. Removing rum should not reduce it to juice poured over…
  9. What a Coconut Bowl Says About Our Drink PresentationA drink arrives before the first sip does. Its color, aroma, garnish, glassware, and placement on the table all shape expectations. A coconut bowl brings…
  10. Building A Swizzle Stick Collection With Island StyleA swizzle stick is a small bar tool, garnish holder, and conversation piece all at once. It can stir a chilled rum drink, keep fruit and herbs in place, or add…