Where the cool kids are: an elusive but lively bohemian paradise, *literally hidden* in downtown Orinda. As someone under 40 in Orinda, it's hard to find somewhere youthful or hip to hang out at after dark without having to drive into Oakland, Berkeley, or SF. The Fourth Bore has more of a suburban sports bar/"soccer moms"- kind of feel, (not that there's anything wrong with that...), and while Casa Orinda has got some serious "old school cool," sometimes I'm looking for someplace a little more mysterious and artsy. And Boo Loo Lounge, a campy movie lovers's speakeasy-style joint, fits the bill. It's like a cross between a fictional bar from a John Waters film and a location from a Quentin Tarantino film. They serve a mighty fine Mai Tai and Daiquiri, and are a great place to chat about the movie you've just gone to see at the Orinda Theater with your date. My only complaint is that it feels like you've got to be "in the know" to be sure exactly when they're open, and when they're not. Heck, it can even be tricky to find the entrance to this place (but that is kind of part of the charm). Could you guys please make it easier to find your hours of business? Pretty please?

This is a fun new place in Orinda! It's right next to the Orinda theater. The inside is small but they have done a great job on the decorations and it is a fun little place to hideout and step away for a little bit. All the cocktails my mom and sister and I got were delicious and they put a lot of fun garnishes in them. Service was friendly. We will be back

UPDATE: went back and had a great experience with Maxton behind the stick. My wife got the Singapore Lady and really liked it; I got the Grog and thought it was one of the most complexly layered drinks I've ever had! Be warned that it's very dry, but that's on purpose so I can't fault it. So glad to have a legit tiki bar in Lamorinda. Go check them out. You'll have a great time as long as one of their primary bartenders is working that night. Oh, and their Zombie is one of the best in California.

I'm thrilled to have ANY new bar in Lamorinda tbh, but as an added bonus, Boo Loo Lounge is super cute and has fantastic drinks. Like all tiki-type drinks, the cocktails take some time to make but they're well worth the wait. The bartender who was working the three times I've visited is always busting his butt. The space is quite small so it can be difficult to find a spot. But if you hit the timing just right and snag a spot at the bar or a table, it's a great place to enjoy a few cocktails!

Cozy tiki bar nestled next to the theatre in Orinda. Drinks are very strong, which is appreciated since some bars can be stingy with their pours. My favorite was the zombie, but I'm looking forward to trying a few other drinks from their menu on my next visit.

This place is an entire vibe. Everything from the decor to the music is great. Our drinks were excellent, the lady Singapore was so good. I never would have imagined finding a dank gem of this caliber in Orinda. It feels like a kitsch bar that would be in the city. Great place, we will be back!

Great addition to Orinda! Boo Loo Lounge is a tiki bar that just soft opened. There's not even a sign yet. It's just to the side of the Orinda Theatre, occupying the spot that the old Cine Cuvee wine bar used to occupy. Apparently the bar has been under renovation for about 1.5 years, through the latter part of COVID, and is just now getting ready to open. They're still waiting on the ingredients for their full menu but they have a fun and tasty more limited menu for now. We tried a Ruby Daquiri which was a daquiri with port. A little sweet and quite strong. Fun tiki decoration inside the lounge and very friendly staff. I'm looking forward to bringing friends and family back here! Finally a fun cocktail bar in Orinda!