Whether you’re looking to belt your heart out to K-Pop in a neon-lit private suite or jam out to classic 80s rock in a room of strangers, Honolulu offers a karaoke stage for every vibe.
The High-Tech Suites
- Wave808: Complete with 15 themed rooms and Healsonic app integration, queueing up songs is seamless with a library of over 200,000 tracks, directly from your phone.
- Air Park Karaoke Lounge: Located on Piʻikoi Street, this joint offers that premium lounge feel with a full bar, making it a top pick for corporate mixers or upscale parties.
- GS Studio: With 16 private rooms and hours until 4am on weekends, this go-to spot in Waikiki makes for a great place for the “one last song” crowd.
Open Mic & Dive Bars
- Wang Chung’s Karaoke Bar: This LGBTQIA+ friendly spot is not only a Waikiki legend, it’s a high-energy and incredibly welcoming joint with a signature Soju Slushie and the occasional standing ovation.
- 8 Fat Fat 8: If you’ve ever been to this Beretania Street staple, you know that people don’t just come for the soulful karaoke. To celebrate your next encore, don’t forget an order of their Fat Fat Special Chicken.
- In Between: A narrow and intimate hole-in-the-wall in Waikiki with a community vibe that’s undeniable. If you want to feel like a regular on your first visit, this is your spot.
For Larger Groups
- Toma Karaoke: With its BYOB/BYOF policy, it’s the budget-friendly option to accommodate all of your friends and family.
- Cafe Gangnam: Located in the Samsung Plaza, this gem offers affordable drinks and a solid Korean menu. Keep an eye for their specials or complimentary room time with a minimum spend.
- Hawaii Voice Karaoke: Incredibly spacious, this place offers a massive selection of international hits that’s perfect for diverse groups.
Where the Food Wins
- Cafe Duck Butt: Known for its garlic fried chicken and “Duck Butt” watermelon soju, this spot is known just as much as a restaurant as it is a karaoke lounge.
- The Tipsy Pig II: Whether you come for the spacious rooms, the smoked meat, or shoestring garlic fries, this is a place with a good blend of a sports bar vibe with a private karaoke experience.
