Billed as the "friendliest bar in Waikiki," Wang Chung's is a tiny, gleefully chaotic karaoke joint tucked into the Stay Hotel on Koa Avenue. There are no private rooms here — everyone takes the same little stage in front of a packed bar of strangers, which is exactly the point. The song book runs deep (everything from showtunes to current Top 40), the sound system punches above its weight, and the bartenders are famous for jumping on duets when a regular gets cold feet. LGBTQ-friendly and 21-plus, with a low-key cover-free door, cheap well drinks, and tropical cocktails. Expect a mixed crowd of locals, tourists, hotel staff off shift, and visiting karaoke pros.
"Hands down the most fun bar in Waikiki. No private rooms, no judgment, just a packed little room cheering for whoever's brave enough to grab the mic. The bartenders are the kindest humans on the island."