Great Experience with Courtney! Small 12 seat bar with a great vibe!! Run don't walk and make a reservation! read more

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Stopped by this bar recently and really enjoyed the vibe. It's a nice, relaxing spot--perfect if you're looking to unwind without a loud or crowded scene. The drinks were crafted well and tasted great. That said, it is definitely on the pricey side--two drinks came out to about $60, which might give you pause if you're planning to stay for multiple drinks. Overall, it's a good place for quality over quantity: great atmosphere and solid drinks. Service was great. read more

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Had such a great experience at Lava Lounge! The tiki cocktails were so fun and delicious--perfect for the Waikiki vibe. A huge shoutout to our server, Duke, who made the experience even better. He was incredibly friendly, attentive, and made great recommendations. The atmosphere is relaxed and beachy, making it a perfect spot to unwind. Would definitely come back for the drinks, the vibe, and the amazing service! read more

Lava Lounge Waikiki - Tiki Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

What better place to get a specialty drinks than the Lava Lounge. They're open late, have that speakeasy meets tiki bar vibe, and our bartender was Duke! He was a great conversation talking about drinks, local eats, and other things. They also sell collector glasses like the sweet fishbowl glass we brought home. If you like fancy cocktails like smoked drinks, drinks with flowers/umbrellas, or fishbowls, this is the place for you. read more

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Definitely make a reservation if you have more than two to ensure seating is available, because this is a well-worth it experience! The service, bartender Cameron, was fun, talkative, and knowledgeable! We tried the buratta and lettuce tacos and the food was great as well! Feels like an exclusive club within the hotel. Also currently part of the Resy benefit with Amex! read more

Lava Lounge Waikiki - Left is pineapple sour, right is Finding Dory - Tiki Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

We loved this place - very cool atmosphere. Great bartender, great service, we loved the drinks and every food item was cooked perfectly and came pretty fast. Decent value too, especially for Waikiki beach. read more

Lava Lounge Waikiki - Night Marcher - great drink - Tiki Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Such an amazing visit at the Lava Lounge! First off the bar is in the Tikis restaurant. RSVP to ensure you get a spot. Courtney was amazing with her recommendations and years of experience bartending. She was very knowledgeable about the menu and also had great recommendations for us tourists. Would definitely recommend if you're ever on the island. Also, drinks were fun and ta read more

Lava Lounge Waikiki - Finding Dory drink - swims to you! - Tiki Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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The blue dory drink was the hit. Their take on a Bkue Hawaiian, it was served in a fun glass and was nicely balanced and not overly sweet. Our bartender Mikey was great--he managed serving food, making drinks, and entertaining the 12- seat bar by himself, a one-man show of great hospitality. He chatted with each of us, gave us tips on visiting the islands, and was an all-around good host. Instead of cocktail nuts with your drink, they served us some delicious fried dumplings. It's not the hidden bar we thought it would be when we made a reservation. But it was a nice little corner of the Tiki's scene, with SHAG prints on the wall and comfortable stools. read more

Lava Lounge Waikiki - Tiki Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Stopped by for drinks because they looked gorgeous. Known for their speciality cocktails, which are so unique and almost too pretty to drink. It was so hard to narrow down to just one to try out, especially because the drinks were quite expensive. Bartender was friendly and welcoming, although there isn't much seating at the bar and it is a noisier restaurant. Overall, given the atmosphere and price, I'm not sure if I'd come back. read more

Lava Lounge Waikiki - Purple monarch - Tiki Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

A spontaneous night turned into one of the most memorable nights of our week long trips in Hawaii! We were greeted by the lovely Cortney who made us feel at home right away. She provided us complimentary rum shots as part of a tradition of "welcoming us into her home." She set the tone for the night and we could NOT stop talking to her. We even came back another time during our trip just for Cortney (and the drinks made by her of course). We ordered the Finding Dory and the Maui Pineapple Sour, along with the Krakatoa Chicken and fries. To top it off, we ordered the Pineapple Crème Brûlée, which was to die for! A must to visit when in Hawaii to try their drinks and befriend Cortney, which made us feel like Ohana. read more

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Omg I loved this little place!!! I honestly ate in the restaurant first bc I didn't realize this was kind of part of the restaurant but really not lol...I found it on my way out and the bartender made me feel very welcome, unlike in the restaurant, he even gave me tips on places I shld chk out since I was on vacation alone. All of his drinks were beautiful definitely artwork ....and they were delish!!! I wanted to go again before heading home but I was too tired and needed to pack. Hopefully in the future I can visit again.... read more

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The food was delicious! The service from Cortney was exceptional!! The ambiance and music playing was perfect. I must emphasize that Cortney was amazing, and provided us with the most amazing service I've experienced. Id come back to Hawaii just for her. I will be returning EVERY TIME we come to Oahu. Overall 100000/10 would recommend to everyone. read more

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Courtney was so friendly and engaging as we did our Mai Tai making experience. So good, we stayed afterwards to continue the fun! A great time. Do it! read more

Absolutely my favorite place to grab a drink! We love going here and the drinks are amazing! You have to try their Mai Tai with the Lilikoi foam, my wife is hooked on that and the Finding Dory! Honestly though you can't go wrong with any of the drinks here. If you go you have to make sure Austin is your bartender, he makes the best drinks and he is very personable. He also has lots of recommendations for you if you ask! The appetizers are also on point as well and the menus always changing and introducing new things. read more

This is a hidden gem inside of the Tiki Bar and Grill. You can make reservations on resy ahead of time or drop by it is open seating. The lounge has been open since August 2024. They have live music playing throughout the evening. We came here on a Friday night and had such an amazing time. Mikey was our bartender and he was awesome. He was so kind and attentive i can tell he truly cares about his patrons. The cocktails were so good. My husband and i really enjoyed the Finding Dory. Definitely come check this place out if you are visiting waikiki!! read more

Lava Lounge Waikiki - Finding dory - Tiki Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Our bartender Austin restored my faith in cocktails with egg whites and made the time enjoyable. Didn't know I would be back so soon.in Waikiki! Had two drinks Finding Dory, Pineapple sour, and a seasonal cherry cocktail! All were delicious! Unfortunately I had the pupus karage chicken that was unfortunately still liquidy like uncooked batter for all my chicken. I was put off that I felt I was getting queasy with the taste so I set that aside. The sauces that accompanied the pupus was delicious . Must Try! Pineapple Creme Brulee. Refreshing, not overly sweet, but savory with that caramelized crust. 4 stars because of our Bartender ! Please expand the pupus menu so it would include the Kahlua quesadillas or the guava glazed ribs similar to the Tiki Bar and Grill it is apart of. Overall good experience. read more

A little cheeky find you'll come back to time and time again I'm sure especially if you're a big fan of the lava lounge in Los Angeles. Now it's different but it's got its own version of flair and its own ambience and the name actually has been used more than one time since I've been here / not to be confused with a now closed nasty dive bar. I would definitely drop in here. I checked it out again and it's a decent place to go in Waikiki and it's completely designed with the tourists in mind, so if you're local, it's probably a place you wouldn't be if your tourist this is where we hope you'll stay. read more

Cortney made our experience 10/10! So nice chatting and making really great cocktails. Definitely wanted to stay longer and vibes were the best. read more

Lava Lounge Waikiki - Finding Dory! - Tiki Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Courtney provided A+ service and the bar bites were excellent! The flatbread and Smokey drinks were great too! read more

Lava Lounge Waikiki - Smoked cocktail - Tiki Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Highly recommend the MaiTai making class with Courtney. Fabulous personality and delicious! She was helpful in sorting the recipe for back home. Great way to kick off our evening out! read more

Okay, so when we first got there it was a little underwhelming but then we met our bartender Aaron who was just amazing and created a real atmosphere in such a tiny area. He helped us make great drink choices, chatted with us and laughed at our corny jokes, but also provided us with great local stories. As my husband says, he was a "cool cat." The food and drinks were excellent. We had a fun time and felt welcomed. Mahalo for the Aloha! read more

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Great service on our last night on the island. Amazing work of art with our drinks. It's a hidden gem near Diamond Head.

Food was great and drinks were strong. Little on the pricey side but then again everything around here is the same.

Drinks were good and the serving glasses were fun. Hard to find which diminished its appeal. Also drinks were expensive, in line with Waikīkī prices, but still hard to swallow . Bartender was cordial and quick. read more

Super cute bar inside of a restaurant inside of a hotel. Very friendly bartenders and fun and colorful drinks. read more

Lava Lounge Waikiki - Purple monarch - Tiki Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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We went for a Mai Tai making class and it was amazing! Austin was our instructor and he was great. Super informative and has a great passion for what he does. Made us feel very welcome! Would definitely do it again. read more

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10/10 drinks!! This place is pretty new and no one was here when we went. It was AMAZING! The service is also amazing. Chelsee was so sweet to us and helpful! The bird of paradise (left) is a seasonal drink so get it while you can! read more

Lava Lounge Waikiki - Bird of Paradise and Maui Pineapple Sour - Tiki Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Amazing service by chelsee at the lava lounge 100/10. Drinks are so bomb and interactive definitely a must! Live music too and sets the tone for a great evening! read more

Lava Lounge Waikiki - Drinks - Tiki Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Chelsee was amazing! Super sweet, and the cocktails were delicious! My wife has the Smoking Cannon, a great run take on a negroni, and I had the finding Dory, lots of fun, thank you Chelsea! read more

Had a wonderful time at the Lava Lounge with Duke! He's a wizard on the bar and very charming. Too bad he's taken

Austin M at the Lava Lounge was an excellent mixologist! He had passion and knowledge and made our night so much fun! Really appreciated his flair and creativity! The vibes at the bar were awesome. Live music coming from the restaurant, and a nice intimate atmosphere for a date night. Food was very tasty! Not too many vegetarian options, but the beet appetizer was AMAZING! read more

The service was fantastic and the drinks were fun. Has all the ambiance of an upscale tiki themed side bar. Would recommend for elevated beach cocktails. read more

Lava Lounge Waikiki - Finding Dory cocktail and the Purple Monarch cocktail - Tiki Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Drinks came out beautifully! Tasted great! Interactive experience. Chelsee was awesome! Great service! read more

Lava Lounge Waikiki - Tiki Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Amazing drinks! Amazing service! All around great!! My boyfriend and I stopped in and Chelsee greeted us, recommended some delicious drinks, and taught us about the flavors of our drink which was the cherry on top!! I am so glad we stopped by with her here!! read more

Lava Lounge Waikiki - Finding Dory - Tiki Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Chelsee was our server and she was amazing! We had a private bar experience which was so informal and fun! read more

Lava Lounge Waikiki - Nigh marcher and Maui pineapple sour - Tiki Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Mikey is the dopest bartender we encountered on our trip. He was so kind, made yummy drinks and very knowledgeable all around. If you're looking for a great cocktail bar that serves amazing well-balanced tiki drinks this is the place to go! Great find. The food was bomb af too. read more

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Overpriced, bad service and typical culture appropriation. Do not recommend coming here unless you want to break your wallet.

Quick impromptu stop here with my mom at the Lava Lounge. Boy oh boy - so glad we did! Crafted drinks by Austin were amazing! You want the fresh stuff, this is your place to go! Live music every Monday and cool vibe. Steps away from your Waikiki beach waterfront hotel! Drinks are $20 or more, but so worth! read more

Lava Lounge Waikiki - Piña Colada and Pineapple Sour - Tiki Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

We had such a great time. The bartender was excellent and the drinks were unique and delicious. I would recommend the bar, especially if you are looking for a one of a kind experience. read more

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Great food. Nice drinks. Hawaiian music with a #tiki decor and very affordable #tikimugs. Add the #waikiki views and you get an amazing experience with Tiki's Grill and bar. Try the drinks at the Lava lounge Waikiki for an elevated experience. Their bartender Duke did not disappoint us with an amazing interpretation of the classic zombie (night walker) and Mai Tai. read more