New Tiki Bar-Inspired Speakeasy Opens In Southeast MI

ANN ARBOR, MI — A new tiki bar with a speakeasy-like atmosphere is now open in Ann Arbor.

Hunã, founded by the team behind James Beard Award-nominated Echelon Kitchen and Bar, opened Thursday at 200 S. Main Street in downtown Ann Arbor. It is tucked behind a discreet door on Washington Street just west of South Main Street.

The new 78-seat bar offers a modern reimagining of the tiki tradition, blending the intrigue of a hidden speakeasy with the relaxed escapism of a tropical hideaway. The inside features bamboo and thatched elements, warm layered lighting, stone accents and lush greenery.

Drinks include contemporary takes on iconic classics, original house creations, large-format shareable drinks, island-inspired wines and a robust selection of non-alcoholic offerings.

Favorites include the Mai Tai with passion fruit foam, a Piña Colada with Amaro Montenegro and other rum-forward drinks.

The cocktail program will be led by Bar Manager Max Schikora.

There will also be food, including island-inspired small plates and desserts. Chef Joseph VanWagner will lead to the food menu.

Some highlights include fresh seafood Poké Bowls with forbidden rice, honey-sesame vinaigrette, onions and avocado, Fluffy Bao Buns filled with crispy chicken and Korean Galbi with char-grilled beef short rib glazed for rich, smoky sweetness.

Popular desert options include the Coconut Chocolate with chocolate shell, coconut caramel and coconut crunch; Rum Cake with rum syrup and caramelized pineapple ice cream; and Banana Sorbet finished with spiced cashews and coconut caramel.

Hunã will also offer a Tiki Club membership program that will include members-only nights, skip-the-line entry, a member's lounge, priority reservations and more.

The bar will be open from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. It's walk-in only, except for members who will have special access.