
Nui Nui
Anderson School, Bothell
Bar in Bothell, United States
Why go
Nui Nui is a good Bothell pick for a casual date, birthday drink, or low-pressure group night when tiki-bar atmosphere is part of the appeal. The draw is the Caribbean-leaning format, rum-focused bar, Anderson School setting; choose something quieter if the meal itself needs to be the main event.
About Nui Nui
For a low-friction plan in Bothell, Nui Nui is easiest to evaluate on the facts that are confirmed: it is in Bothell, the dress code is casual, the posted hours run into the evening every day. Treat it as a casual option rather than a formal, highly documented dining room; details such as cuisine, menu format, service style, beverage focus should be confirmed directly before you build a night around them.
Go for an easy evening plan
The practical case is simple: Nui Nui can fit a casual Bothell night when you want a place with evening hours and low dress-code pressure. It opens at 3 PM Monday through Friday, at 12 PM Saturday and Sunday, stays open until 10 PM most nights, with an 11 PM close on Friday and Saturday.
Because the public details are limited, the safest planning approach is to use Nui Nui as a flexible stop rather than assume a specific menu, drinks program, seating style, or reservation format. If any of those details matter for your group, confirm them directly before going.
Better for casual plans than formal dinners
For a date or small social plan, Nui Nui makes the most sense when casual is the goal. The confirmed dress code is casual, so it is not the kind of place you need to over-plan around formal attire.
For a business meal or a food-focused itinerary, be more cautious. If sushi is the priority, Toyoda Sushi is the cleaner cross-shop; if the goal is another casual option, Principal's Office or The Shed may also be worth considering.
Use it as part of a Bothell evening, not the whole itinerary
The strongest move is to treat Nui Nui as one possible stop in a Bothell night rather than a destination that needs to carry the entire plan on assumptions. For a broader plan, pair it with our full Bothell restaurants guide or our full Bothell hotels guide.
Quick read: choose Nui Nui for a casual Bothell outing with confirmed evening hours; choose another option if you need a clearly documented menu, service format, or dining style before you commit.
Planning details
- Location
- 9815 NE 188th St, Bothell, WA 98011
- Website
- mcmenamins.com/anderson-school/nui-nui
- Phone
- (425) 219-4349
Venue details
Ambiance
Island-style tiki atmosphere with ornate Polynesian decor, teak and Balinese design elements, and a lagoon-adjacent setting overlooking the pool.
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At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Tiki Bar
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
- Music
- Island Music
Signature Pours
- Nui Nui cocktail
- mango daiquiri
Planning details
Location
9815 NE 188th St, Bothell, WA 98011 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- The Shed, Notable alternative
- Principal's Office, Notable alternative
- Father Mulligan's Heritage Bar, Notable alternative
- Fireside Lounge, Notable alternative
- Toyoda Sushi, Notable alternative
Bar context
How Nui Nui compares in Bothell
Choose Nui Nui over The Shed or Principal's Office when the group wants a more immersive tiki-bar setting with Caribbean-leaning food and rum-focused drinks. It is the better fit for birthdays and casual dates where atmosphere is part of the value. If the night needs to stay quieter or more drink-and-chat focused, Principal's Office is the safer cross-shop.
Father Mulligan's Heritage Bar and Fireside Lounge read as better alternatives for a pub or lounge mood rather than a tropical theme. Nui Nui has the stronger sense of occasion, while those peers make more sense when the group wants a simpler bar experience without committing the night to tiki styling.
If food category is the deciding factor, Toyoda Sushi is the clearer choice for sushi-focused diners. Nui Nui wins for flexibility, walk-in friendliness, a casual celebration format; Toyoda Sushi is the smarter pick when the table cares more about a specific cuisine than the room.
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Compare Nui Nui
| Venue | Awards | Booking Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| Nui Nui | No published awards | Easy |
| The Shed | No published awards | Unknown |
| Principal's Office | No published awards | Unknown |
| Father Mulligan's Heritage Bar | No published awards | Unknown |
| Fireside Lounge | No published awards | Unknown |
| Toyoda Sushi | No published awards | Unknown |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nui Nui good for a date?
It can be, if you want a casual Bothell option rather than a formal room. The confirmed dress code is casual, the evening hours make it easier to fit into a relaxed plan.
What's the crowd like at Nui Nui?
The safest expectation is a casual Bothell venue, since the confirmed dress code is casual.
Is the food good at Nui Nui?
If food style is your main priority, confirm the current menu directly before going; Toyoda Sushi is a clearer comparison if you specifically want sushi.
What's the best time to go to Nui Nui?
Use the posted hours to plan. Nui Nui is open 3–10 PM Monday through Thursday, 3–11 PM Friday, 12–11 PM Saturday, 12–10 PM Sunday.
Do I need a reservation at Nui Nui?
Is Nui Nui open late?
It is open until 11 PM on Friday and Saturday, until 10 PM Monday through Thursday and Sunday.








