Everyone knows of at least one "hideaway" bar; someplace where you can have a couple of beers in peace without worrying who you'll run into. Or maybe you want to hang out somewhere off the beaten path where crowds aren't part of the equation. Either way, Chiko's Tavern in McCully is a nondescript watering hole that fits the bill pretty well. Parking is an obvious problem on the corner of McCully and Algaroba streets. But once you manage to find some and get inside, you'll find it's worth the wait. Ten tables line the walls in Chiko's main room, surrounded by televisions and a big screen in one corner. The last time I visited, our group seemed to be the only people employees and other customers didn't recognize upon entering. Don't mistake Chiko's Tavern for a sports bar -- Monday Night Football got turned off midway through the second quarter on the big screen so customers could sing karaoke. At least there were a few other TVs we could watch while an older gentleman a few booths over sang Neil Diamond's greatest hits. If the comfortable booths and home-style lighting in Chiko's main room doesn''t help to relax you, check out the back room. Just like a nightclub, there's a second area complete with dance floor and couches for customers to enjoy. Three dart machines line one wall, and red satin-like couches and chairs occupy the rest of the room's perimeter. A separate sound system, air conditioner and bar make Chiko's second room seem almost like an entirely different bar. http://starbulletin.com/2002/11/15/features/barfly.html read more

LOVE this place. The bar food is soooo ono, there's a good selection of drinks, there's a pool table, darts, and how much fun is it when there's Karaoke?! Be sure to leave $1 per song and tip your bartenders because they're awesome :) read more

If you get a kick out of karaoke, enjoy a game of pool, a few cold drinks and a game of adult themed "Catch the Differences" then Chiko's is the place to go. Oh, Moili'ili...you little gem of a neighborhood! Neighborhood bars are sprinkled all over the place. Is it a good thing? Is it a bad thing? Hmmm... allow me to ponder that. Well, after much deliberation...I have come to the conclusion that this can be a GREAT thing. and Chiko's a a nice little comfy spot amidst the variety of little neighborhood watering holes that make Moili'ili so great. Clean, entertaining and a friendly mix of barflies are the trademarks for this easy-going joint. I like it A LOT! read more

Another one of my regular spots... Lani and Quinn are great. It's a comfortable place to get drinks and food, and there is always good karaoke going on. The service is consistently good and there's enough variety with the menu to keep everybody happy (everything from tater tot nachos to a good salad!). I'm here probably more often than I should be with several groups of friends. read more

I finally made it to this place after reading about it in eXpressions magazine. HRFF had their volunteer appreciation night here, so I got to taste their food too, which was so good! The Kalua pork cabbage was fantabulous, and the fried rice was yummy. Apparently beer is $2 on Tuesdays...YES! Karaoke was in full effect, and the staff was very courteous. There was also a birthday celebration happening at the same time, so it was like 2 families merged together. Its not super huge, but the space is decent. Heard they remodeled, looks like it made for a more open space. Like this place a lot, will definitely be back! read more

Came here for the first time, for the HRFF volunteer appreciation party.. good food, great happy hour beer specials... fun karaoke! Good times, great oldies - who could ask for anything more? Must return to try out some different dining experiences! read more

Love this place! My wife and I have had many great times here! Always good service and good vibes! Highly recommend!!!

Nice friendly neighborhood bar. I met some friends there, had one drink and then had to leave. The service was good, the drinks were reasonable, and the pupus were nicely presented. read more

I love coming to hang out at Chiko's. My favorite is when its not to crowded, because otherwise there isnt enough places to sit and it can be fairly loud. There is usually no cover, but occasionally there are special events where the cover is around $3 or something but I usually avoid those nights. I come here a lot to play darts with my friends, but its only possible when its not to crowded otherwise there isnt enough space between the tables and the dart boards are to play comfortably. The food is super yummy. My favorites are the grilled cheese and mochiko chicken. read more

I can't believe I never wrote a review for this place! So this place is me and my co-workers go to pau hana bar. We come here usually at least once a week and have been for a while now. Food is good, tater tot nachos and their seasoned edamame is a MUST. Drinks are pretty good and the service is always friendly. It's a solid place i think if you wanna come with some of your friends to pre-game or just chill. We usually come here on Sundays because of free karaoke!! :) I assume parking can get kinda complicated with the yakiniku buffet next door but usually after the usual rush times I can get parking no problem. read more

Great bunch of people - we were tourists looking for karaoke, a girl at Starbucks recommended Chiko's. Drinks were good, inexpensive, expect to pay $1 per song to sing (it's like that all over in HI) Karaoke had a great selection of songs and a good system. You turn your songs into the bartender and can search for songs on the songbook online app, it was easy. The people were all lots of fun and the bartender was really nice. So... thanks to the girl from Starbucks bear Walmart! However .,,What she neglected to tell us was that she sent us to a gay bar!!! Let me tell you, we weren't sure at first if it was (not that it matters but ... ya know... ) it was confirmed when uber picked us up and he said he wondered what we were doing in there lol it really is a good time though. We will go back next time we visit :-( read more

I love this place,,especially when Tiki plays with Simple Souls. Always a Great crowd,,good food. Have never had a bad time here. Whether its to shoot darts or coming in after a play at the Blaisdell. The former brought half the cast in as well,,was great fun. Lani is the best always willing to reserve a table for us. read more

Aaaaand they're back! This place is pretty big actually, aaaaand they are back to hosting the monthly pau hanas for Pride at Work! So mucho mahalos to them!! Pretty tasty pupus and pretty good drink prices as well. It's a nice hole in the wall, and definitely a nice neighbourhood bar. Trust. read more

Quinn is the best host. He makes you feel welcome and gives top notch service. You feel like you're coming and hanging out at a friends house here. Good service, warm aloha from the staff and stiff drinks. Live music too. read more

Looks like a local hangout. Fairly dark with both table and bar seating. No cover. Darts and pool! Food averages at around $8. Portions look small, but we had leftovers. Didn't drink so I don't know how the prices are. Entry and parking in the Camilla's lot. read more

Chiko's was a pleasant surprise to cap a night of yummy eats and drinks. After our yummy meal at Sweet Home Café, we walked over to Pint and Jigger to play shuffle board and then stumbled into Chiko's on whim. It's funny how you discover cool places this way. Chiko's is a really fun spot. We came in rather late, so we did not get to eat any of their food because the kitchen was closed, but we did order some drinks to enjoy while we played darts and sang karaoke. Again, Hawaii has no shortage of great Karaoke performers and this place is no exception. Everyone in here was belting out the tunes and they sounded great. I was a little intimidated to step up to the plate, but once I did, people were singing along with me...yay! Victory is mine! They have a couple of dart boards and a pool table too. The look of the bar is pretty cool. It is what you picture an old school bar to look like. It has kind of dim lighting and some high tops along with lots of comfy booths. The staff is also really sweet. They didn't have a couple of the songs I wanted to sing, so they helped me select another song to sing. I think this place is a hidden treasure in Moiliili, so if you are in the area, give them a try. If you like karaoke, darts, billiards, booze and good company, you will have a good time. read more

Nostalgia....I remember coming here when i was only 21yo ..i'm now 38 and this place gives me goose bumps because of all the memories. Quinn hasn't aged at all and the karaoke is still amazing! read more

Service was a little slow, considering there were only 2 other tables in the place. The staff were preoccupied by their phones some of the time. Waitress was very nice and very accomodating when she did come by. Bartender seemed pretty oblivious to the tables needing attention. Food was okay, the fryer oil definitely needs to be changed, so the food is not so greasy. Pool table needs much more lighting. Its so dark and that makes it very hard to see the balls. Equipment was in very good condition. I would definitely come back, as it is a very mellow and comfortable place to hang out. Hopefully they change their fryer oil next time I'm there. read more

Went here as a last resort and I think we found our new spot! We arrived early, probably right when it opened cause we were the first ones there. Great vibes all night. Definitely will be going back. Only wish they had more country songs for karaoke. Lol read more

Me and my friends always go to Chiko's when we just want to relax and have a drink. The drinks are pretty cheap and they have a full bar. Plus, if you need something to do while you drink they have karaoke, darts and a pool table. I tend to like to go on the weekdays, since it's a little more mellow and not as many people. But that's because I like to relax. Though the weekends are fun as well w/ a nice local mix of people. They also have live bands, if you're into that. The staff are awesome too! Quinn and Lani are so friendly and I always get excellent service whenever I go there. Plus, if you plan on going to Waikiki after you can leave your car and carpool. This place is great. You guys should check it out sometime. l^_^lv read more

Darts, Pool, Beer, and Men! It sounds like this is going to be my most manly post to date. However, you would be wrong! Lol! Because when I am playing darts here I am squealing like a little girl Weeee! :D So much fun! I came here the other night for the first time since they renovated it. My BF used to take me out to Chiko's when we first met back before they re did it. Good memories, but the place looked like a hole! A little creepy like you would find a glory hole in the bathroom creepy. Now, the place is new and it has a good vibe! Still can be cramped on the weekends, but it's a bar! Expected. There is still dollar Karaoke, darts *only 3 machines*, and a pool table! Plenty to do while you lounge with your frosty beverage :D The staff are still the friendliest people around. Always smiling. I came back after all this time to find this place with so much life. Everyone I saw was having a good time. Great place to relax with friends. If you hear a shrill high pitch squeal I probably am playing darts! LOL. ;D read more

Interesting place to check out. Went with a few friends who may have been a bit questionable, but I accept people from all walks of life. This place is an open mic full bar party central. Didn't get the chance to try any of the food items each time I've been here I was a bit intoxicated and had a ton of fun with the karaoke bit. I would definitely go back if I were with the right crowd of people. It's an awesome hangout spot. read more

What can I say, it's my "Cheers," (aka, my second home) The owners, Lani and Quinn have become friends and their service is always great. I've been going here for years...back when it was the "old chikos". Go on Tuesdays for $2 domestic beers or Thursday's for live Hawaiian music and hula dancing, or Sunday's for free karaoke. Known for comfort style bar food, Salt and pepper wings are my go to, can't go wrong with tots, grilled cheese or onion rings. read more

cheap beer, good food (edamame, tater tots, sweet potato fries, pork chops, poke). darts and pool table. They also have karaoke for $1/song, though the song choice is a bit dated. Usually a bit slow early in the night, but picks up as the night wears on. read more

CHIKOS! I've missed you so..... and I'll come back to you soon... and WRITE YOU the Bestest review I can write!.... This Place has had some Great memories with Friends of Every Race, Creed, Color, Sex, Orientation, and Age!! Thanks Lani....tell that Tall guy to contact me reguarding a birthday party in June!? read more

I have been a fan, customer, friend and even family member of Chikos Tavern for over 14 years. I have seen many bars come and go, or change ownership hands and fail, but not Chikos. This place is still one of islands most welcoming bar. I will continue to join Lani, Quin and the rest of the amazing staff as often as possible to have a great time. Oh, and some nights you come in and the people singing karaoke are AMAZING!!!!! Sometimes!!!! Hahahahaha.. and the food is Ono and at a great price point.. Love you guys!!! read more

First of all Quinn is awesome, such a cool, knowledgeable, and attentive bartender. He knows his stuff and makes everyone there feel cared for! The pupus are quality especially for bars in the area, and my wife enjoyed the spam musubi from first to last bite. This is a neighborhood bar but isnt local or clique everyone is chill and it fun. I mean c'mon beer darts pool and karaoke? Yes please!!! read more

I miss this bar!!! With the burning of this bar came the burning of great Monday and Thursday drinking with the BFF's. Or the random bumping into people that you hardly see any more. Or the randomness of drinking after eating some delicious korean food next door(CAMELLIAS). I can't wait till they re-build and be better then ever!!! read more

So this is a review based off of a private engagement. First time I have ever been here. Wow, the set up was really amazing! Their food was pupu-type and here is what they had: gourmet mini loco mocos, fried rice, crispy won tons, and something with spicy poke. I loved it! The loco moco had Japanese mushrooms in it. I am a sucker for gourmet food that tastes good. The ambiance was really chill and the live music was nice. Staff was super nice on it with our drinks. It's definitely a more classy "hole-in-the-wall" place. I dig it. read more

The inside is lacking and could use a renovation but you can look past it because the food is really yummy, the workers are friendly, and it is just a comfortable place to hang out. read more

Parking is competitive with customers from Camellia Buffet so BEWARE! There is 2 entrances one next to the door next to the camilla entrance and the one out front. Upon entering the establishment, its not place to impress, its a bar so dark and musky come to mind. You can choose to sit at the bar, tables, or sofas. Drinks are decent, normal standard beers and alcoholic beverages. Food was a-ok nothing special or great. Ordered the french fries, bland no salt. Spicy BBQ wings was to greasy and small servings. Definitely not ordering any food if I come back. Highlight of the evening was free Karaoke on Sunday evenings which was cool! Other than that, place is pretty gross and old looking with the smell of musky mold but again I knew that going into this place, So not surprised. read more

I absolutely love this gay bar!!! Karaoke, food & drinks w/out the guilt of spending an arm & a leg?! Definitely a done deal! I am sold! My friends & I frequent this bar a lot because it has everything. However, maybe the lot should get rid of that nasty Korean buffet next door since they take up all the parking! Break that place down & make Chiko's a bigger bar! The staff at Chiko's is awesome. I love everyone there! Lani & Quinn are the owners & they are awesome. Keep up the good work guys! read more

Chicko's tavern is a fun place to get together, have some drink and good bar food...play some darts or sing Kareoke. The owner is extremely friendly and always working hard! Drinks are good, bar vibe is mellow and fun! read more

We came into Chiko's tonight to drink a little before our reservations at Camellia Buffet next door. We didn't stay long so I can't say much about the place. We had common drinks and no food. The place is dark. The staff was cordial but not memorable. There's a lot of seating and has a lot of things to do like darts, pool and karaoke. I've been to this place before the fire and had a great time at night. This time was short lived and just ok. read more

Great Pau hana hot spot... Karaoke for a $1 so can't go wrong & 25% off food between 5-7pm is an Awesome deal!!! Service is good and it can become crowded about 8ish, so the atmosphere becomes a bit louder & fun!!! read more

For some reason I thought Chiko's was located in Aiea, but it's not. It's located in McCully right by Camellia Buffet. I would definitely go to Chiko's again. The atmosphere is very laid back and chill. No uptightness here. They serve food pretty much all night, sooo...if you're an eater like me, you don't have drink on an empty stomach. But the real bonus to this place is the $1 a song karaoke! read more

Clean and comfortable. Drinks and bar food is affordable. They have live entertainment sometimes, but you can always trust that the karaoke machine is available. Sing your heart out at $1 per song, but bring your "A game". Everyone here is great on the mic. read more

lgbt friendly bar? right on. easy, mixed, liberal crowd. people were singing kareoke. good times were had. read more

I recalled the evening I had there and I can not help but laughing! Alive music is just PERFECT and I only had drinks but wow: cheap and well done! It's a fun place. read more

Need to relax with a cold beer? Feelin' hungry for some great pupus? Or are you wanting a place to have a great Friday night at? All can be done here at Chikos Tavern. I have been going here for a little over a year and I will just say that I love love love this place. It's got great food, awesome service, and what's better than alcohol and Karaoke haha. Chikos Tavern is my go to when it comes to having a good night with my friends or even family. They got food, alcohol, non alcohol haha karaoke, darts, pool, and the amazing staff. You can not go wrong with this place. Very much highly recommended :) If you haven't been here before, I suggest you make it a habit haha read more