McMenamins Nui Nui at Anderson School

4.3 (99)

$30 and under

Caribbean

18709 Bothell Way NE, Bothell, WA 98011

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McMenamins Nui Nui at Anderson School

4.3

$30 and under

Caribbean

Bothell

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2 people

11 Nov 2026

19:00

Booked 3 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Great for creative cocktails
Great for happy hour

This tiki-themed pub overlooking the North Shore Lagoon swimming pool offers a menu like no other in Bothell. With cuisine and decor inspired by the South Seas, Caribbean and South America, Nui Nui is a restaurant, bar and island escape rolled into one. The bar houses more than 80 rums as well as a colorful cocktail menu to showcase them. Grab a seat on a bench made from a teak tree trunk pulled from a river in Bali, oil drum furniture from Indonesia or perch at a bar made of Balinese monkey pod tree.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Caribbean, Seafood, South American
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 15:00–21:00 Fri 15:00–23:00 Sat 12:00–23:00 Sun 12:00–21:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–18:00
Phone number
(425) 219-4349
Website
https://www.mcmenamins.com/anderson-school/nui-nui
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Built in 1931 as Bothell Junior High, the art-deco style Anderson School and its surrounding buildings has been transformed. Located 20 minutes from downtown Seattle, McMenamins renovated the property to include: 72 guestrooms – all with private baths, televisions and free Wi-Fi; restaurants, small bars, a brewery, a movie theater, a swimming pool and event spaces. The 5 private event spaces will accommodate groups of 10 to 600 guests, complete with onsite catering and handcrafted McMenamins beverages. Contact our sales team to inquire or book your event.

Location
18709 Bothell Way NE, Bothell, WA 98011
Area
Bothell
Parking Details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Takeaway, View, Wine

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4.3

(99)

4.2Food
4.2Service
4.4Ambience
4.1Value

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99 Reviews

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Tori Gold
Baltimore / Maryland22 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyed our food and the atmosphere! Drinks were good, but not strong considering the price.
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Kara Gold
Austin20 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fun tiki bar. The food and drinks were great. Really enjoyed it
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Karen Gold
Seattle / Eastern Washington24 reviews
4.0
Dined on 28 August 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Our server had too many tables inside the restaurant + tables on the patio for her to be able to do her job IMHO - however she was professional, efficient, and friendly. Maybe find a way to give a girl more help.
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Lynette
San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 July 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Saw the fun menu options for the special Spirits of the Seven Seas and decided to go for date night. We got an array of food and beverage options which were all delicious. We'd visited before and had another great time, service was exception from both the server and bartender.
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Brian
Seattle / Eastern Washington4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 June 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a unique dining atmosphere - with the tiki decor and lighting. Food options are also creative and delicious. I had the mail tai steak salad which was very good although it had some unexpected heat to it. Only downside is the mocktails were 90% ice, a few slurps and it was done. Prices aren't listed for the alcoholic drinks :( not cool.
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Don
Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review
1.0
Dined on 7 June 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
I love McMenamins atmosphere but this particular restaurant had very bad pulled pork and a terrible MaiTai.
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Lisa
Seattle / Eastern Washington10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 June 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were greeted right away. During visit the cook came out to see if we have any questions on menu or food. Portions were large and all items tasty. Felt like we were in Hawaii for decor and style of dishes. Excellent place so we we be back.
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Michael
Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review
3.0
Dined on 18 April 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
I love the tiki themed atmosphere and details. The staff were all very cheerful and efficient. The food was above average for “bar food”. We had bahn mi’s that were great. The kahlua pork sandwiches were excellent. However the loco moko was below par. The over-easy egg was nit runny and the hamburger patty was way overcooked and tough. The mushroom gravy saved the dish however. The drinks were very tasty and bot watered diwn like many bars seem to do. Overall an enjoyable experience. Just work on the loco moko a bit.
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David
Seattle / Eastern Washington2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 12 March 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
We ate at Nui Nui. Fun South Pacific tiki room theme. We could hear each other talk because the room was not too loud from external music from the speakers. It was great for our date night. The food was good and did taste fresh made in the kitchen. The prices were a little higher than I thought they would be. But I would still come back.
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ANDREA
Vancouver / British Columbia1 review
4.0
Dined on 4 March 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Waiters were friendly and informative. They did have a little issue with their handheld tablets not being up to date on food that was available, but they got it fixed. Food was very tasty but on the pricier side.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Caribbean, Seafood, South American
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 15:00–21:00 Fri 15:00–23:00 Sat 12:00–23:00 Sun 12:00–21:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–18:00
Phone number
(425) 219-4349
Website
https://www.mcmenamins.com/anderson-school/nui-nui
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Built in 1931 as Bothell Junior High, the art-deco style Anderson School and its surrounding buildings has been transformed. Located 20 minutes from downtown Seattle, McMenamins renovated the property to include: 72 guestrooms – all with private baths, televisions and free Wi-Fi; restaurants, small bars, a brewery, a movie theater, a swimming pool and event spaces. The 5 private event spaces will accommodate groups of 10 to 600 guests, complete with onsite catering and handcrafted McMenamins beverages. Contact our sales team to inquire or book your event.

Location
18709 Bothell Way NE, Bothell, WA 98011
Area
Bothell
Parking Details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Takeaway, View, Wine

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Yes, families visit regularly: reviewers note a children's menu is available and guests describe bringing kids for brunch and meals in the casual, poolside setting.

Yes, McMenamins Nui Nui at Anderson School accepts private parties; contact the venue for details and available spaces.

Guests commonly describe portions as generous and filling, several reviews note large servings, with brunch and happy‑hour bowls called satisfying and substantial.

Yes, McMenamins Nui Nui at Anderson School offers outdoor patio seating; guests describe sitting outside on the patio (with outdoor heaters) and enjoying meals al fresco.

McMenamins Nui Nui at Anderson School feels like a kitschy Polynesian tiki escape, island-inspired decor, teak and Balinese furnishings, and big windows overlooking the pool, with guests praising its eclectic, tiki-bar atmosphere and strong cocktails.

Guests report dining with dogs on the outdoor seating, the patio is used for meals and visitors have enjoyed sitting outside with their dogs.

For a quieter visit, Wednesday mid‑afternoon (around 3–4pm) is especially calm; if you’re after deals and cocktails, the restaurant also has a posted weekday Happy Hour (Mon–Fri).

Yes, McMenamins Nui Nui at Anderson School is often recommended for date night, with reviewers praising the tiki atmosphere, cocktail program and a dining room calm enough for conversation.

McMenamins Nui Nui at Anderson School is open Monday–Thursday 3:00 pm–9:00 pm; Friday 3:00 pm–11:00 pm; Saturday 12:00 pm–11:00 pm; and Sunday 12:00 pm–9:00 pm. Happy Hour is posted Monday–Friday 3:00 pm–6:00 pm.

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McMenamins Nui Nui at Anderson School

4.3

$30 and under

Caribbean

Bothell

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2 people

11 Nov 2026

19:00

Booked 3 times today

McMenamins Nui Nui at Anderson School

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McMenamins Nui Nui at Anderson School

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