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    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.

    Venue detailsWheelchair Accessible
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    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.

    Tags

    Vibe

    WhimsicalScenicLively

    Best For

    Group OutingCasual HangoutSpecial Occasion

    Experience

    WaterfrontTerraceDesign Destination

    Format

    Seated BarLounge SeatingOutdoor Terrace

    View

    Waterfront

    Accessibility

    Wheelchair AccessibleStep Free EntranceElevator

    At the Bar

    Bar Category
    Tiki Bar
    Late Night
    Closes by Midnight
    Music
    Island Music

    Signature Pours

    • Nui Nui cocktail
    • mango daiquiri
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    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
    Nui Nui vs. Similar Venues
    VenueAwardsBooking Difficulty
    Nui NuiNo published awardsEasy
    The ShedNo published awardsUnknown
    Principal's OfficeNo published awardsUnknown
    Father Mulligan's Heritage BarNo published awardsUnknown
    Fireside LoungeNo published awardsUnknown
    Toyoda SushiNo published awardsUnknown

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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.