Honolulu Gay Bars

Wang Chung's is a lively gay bar in Waikiki. This karaoke dive bar features speciality cocktails in a cosy Asian-inspired interior.

You'll find the venue behind Stay Hotel’s lobby. It’s a spacious, karaoke-focused bar so it's the perfect spot if you want to sing, but also if you would just like to observe other people giving it their best shot. There are also themed events, like lesbian nights, Pride parties, and even drag brunch.

Casual gay bar in Honolulu's Waikiki neighbourhood. Bacchus Waikiki's wood-adorned décor offers a relaxed setting to enjoy daily drink specials (the bar staff are great mixologists). They have themed nights, like Boys in Briefs, GAYme Nights, and RPDR watch parties, complete with the best of the local drag scene.

It's billed as the friendliest gay bar in Waikiki.

In Between Waikiki is a tiny karaoke bar tucked in between two buildings (hence the name) in the heart of Waikiki. Karaoke runs all day, with songs costing just $1. The drinks are strong and well-priced. The space is small, but that only brings everyone closer together at the mic.

Staff and regulars are quick to welcome visitors into the karaoke crew, so this is a fun stop for locals and travellers alike. Also a great spot for people-watching while you wait for your turn at the karaoke machine.

Bar 35 is an LGBT-popular bar in Honolulu’s Chinatown entertainment district and a long-running local hangout. The beer list is impressive, with Hawaiian favourites such as Maui, Kona, Lanai, Aloha, and Waikiki alongside imports including Duvel, Chimay, and Founders. Everything is organised by style, from lagers and IPAs to sours and stouts. According to patrons, the food is also a standout.

For entertainment, DJs and live music take over on different nights. Inside, there’s a brick-walled lounge, while the patio gives you some fresh air when the bar gets busy. Private rooms are available for larger parties, too.

Prices are friendly to the wallet, although the place can get seriously packed.

Tapa’s Waikiki is a neighbourhood LGBTQ+ bar where locals and visitors can grab a drink and settle in for the evening. The gay bar is upstairs, with a lounge, pool table, karaoke machine, and outdoor seating, while the restaurant downstairs serves food.

Tuesdays and Thursdays are karaoke nights, with a good choice of songs and plenty of people joining in.