Roka Hula: A James Beard Semifinalist's Tiki Bar Lands on Atlantic Avenue

Roka Hula brought its modern Asian tiki concept to East Atlantic Avenue in Delray Beach, expanding from its original Orlando location into the space previously occupied by Taverna Opa in downtown Delray. The restaurant is owned by True Grit Hospitality's Carolina Sanchez and Curtis Peery, with Chef Michael Andrzejewski, a three-time James Beard Semifinalist, leading the kitchen and shaping the menu.

Hamachi Tiradito and a Ball of Glory

The menu blends raw preparations like hamachi tiradito and tuna tartare with specialty rolls including the Unagi Royale and King Salmon varieties, plus nigiri options like branzino and hamachi, all built around the kitchen's sushi program. Desserts lean playful, with the Ball of Glory, a warm mochi donut, and a Vietnamese coffee affogato closing out the meal on a distinctive note.

Exotic Cocktails in an Immersive Tiki Setting

The restaurant describes its atmosphere as an immersive, seductive tiki escape, matched by a cocktail program built around theatrically named drinks. That combination of elevated Asian cuisine and tiki-bar theatrics has helped Roka Hula stand out as an "extravagant hotspot" in its original Orlando market ahead of its Delray Beach debut on Atlantic Avenue.

Good to Know

Roka Hula is located at 270 E Atlantic Ave, Delray Beach, FL 33444. For modern Asian cuisine paired with tiki-bar theater, it remains one of Atlantic Avenue's more distinctive dining destinations for a memorable night out.