LAVA'S Sports Bar& Karaoke

A spur of the moment decision brought us here. If not, I would never have gone in.

ATMOSPHERE:
This was the former Tin Ying Chinese restaurant. Parking is minuscule and at the back of the building. Nothing much has changed inside sans for the addition of a big bar where the hot food counter used to stand. Divey? Yes. Costco-bought folding tables and a mix match of chairs is what you get. It's now a karaoke bar (kah-rah-o-kay NOT carry-o-key, thank you.) Several TV's adorn the walls, and a room off to the front sits empty but looks like it could or was used for private parties. There's a live band on certain nights.

BEVERAGE:
They serve a wide variety of booze and beers at affordable prices.

FOOD:
We weren't given any menus, so the kitchen must've been closed by the time we came in, unless they stopped serving food in general. But I do see old pictures of people enjoying some grub!

SERVICE:
The lone female bartender/karaoke hostess/cashier was friendly and checked on us often.

TIP:
The hours of operation state only opening times around 11am or so with no closing time listed. It's that kind of place.

OVERALL:
Chill place for karaoke, cheap beer, good service.

Atmosphere: 3

Service: 4

A local spot with hot food, cold beer, and good times. Big groups or bar patrons fit best. The sampler was delicious

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 3

Fun place with the best bartending (Shoutout to Cindy!). Visited with my sisters on our trip and we loved it. Good food and drinks! Bar was nice and clean, and everyone there was so inviting! Felt like we were hanging with friends laughing and singing karaoke. FYI the locals are practically professional singers so do some vocal warm up’s before you show up. Lol.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

LAVAs is always amazing no matter the day or time! Come later for live music! Food is awesome. Wonderful veggie sandwich.

Vegetarian options: Veggie and meatless options.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Better off somewhere else for a good time

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Fun auntie's and uncle's. Great staff.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Just popped in on my way to the airport after a week in Maui (first time here). I wish I found this place earlier! I had so much fun, and Shawn was awesome. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a fun, off the beaten path Maui outing. Sing your heart out at karaoke! Ask Shawn to sing a feline friendly song - you won’t be disappointed. Can’t wait to come back someday. Mahalo!

Everyone us super friendly and welcoming. Love this local bar.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Onion Rings, Fried Mandoo, Chicken Wing, Chicken Teriyaki

I was on vacation with my Friends and we went here for a couple of beers... Best night of the trip people inside are awesome Hope to see them again

Friendly place :)))

This place is a gem. Shawn behind the bar is amazing, the owner was on site and very generous and had a great sense of humor. The karaoke crowd was great on a Monday night. 10/10 would recommend to anyone, local or visitor!

The most wonderful dive bar we've ever been to! Shawn and his boss both sang karaoke and made us feel so comfortable. We will remember them as a part of our Ohana forever! Fun and out of the way of the normal tourist feel and no less quiet.

The most wonderful dive bar we've ever been to! Shawn and his boss both sang karaoke and made us feel so comfortable. We will remember them as a part of our Ohana forever! Fun and out of the way of the normal tourist feel and no less quiet.

Friendly comfortable place to chill.?

We spent a spectacular night singing, socializing and drinking with superb staff !! The bartender is great... Mahalo <3