Chicago's Historic Polynesian Restaurant: Kon-Tiki Ports

Diners seeking a Polynesian restaurant in Chicago where guests sat on the floor likely recall Kon-Tiki Ports, located on Archer Avenue. This establishment offered a unique dining experience with floor seating, tiki decor, and Polynesian-inspired cuisine. While it has since closed, it remains a memorable part of Chicago's mid-century tiki culture scene. Other tiki bars in the city, such as the still-operating Three Dots and a Dash, continue the tradition in a more conventional seating arrangement.