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Lava Lounge Waikiki

4.9 (90 reviews)
Closed • 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
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Tonight was my first time at Lava Lounge and WOW, what an experience! Cameron was our bartender, or should I say our drink guru, and he was probably the best mixologist I've ever had. Rather than ordering off the menu, I told him the things I liked and he came up with 3 different cocktails (in succession) that were all different and phenomenal. He doesn't miss! We'll be back tomorrow!

Left is pineapple sour, right is Finding Dory
Allison B.

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!

Night Marcher - great drink
John V.

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.

Finding Dory drink - swims to you!
Marina J.

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

Cherie C.

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.

Finding dory
Diego P.

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.

Purple monarch
Carol Y.

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.

Angee S.

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!

Rum Shots
Joshua L.

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.

Ana E.

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....

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.

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What a cool vibe it was to hang out with bartender, Courtney - who gave us our Mai Tai Class and tons of local recommendations.

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Cameron was amazing. I told him some stuff I like and he made a great cocktail. Super fun, highly recommend.

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Cameron was super attentive and gave great suggestions! Everything he created for us was spot on! Highly recommend!

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Cameron was the best. Excellent service. Attentive. Would highly recommend coming here!

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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.

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

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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

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