Sam's Hideaway — Restaurant in Hawaii

We came there specifically for karaoke. I'm only giving 2 stars because the drinks were really good.

As someone who attends & hosts karaoke frequently, I love trying new spots when I travel. This is the WORST karaoke experience I've ever encountered.

First, we have to pay-per-song. That is a really sneaky way to force tips for the KJ (Karaoke DJ).

Second, he was SO lazy that if someone were to sign up for 5-10 songs in a row, they could sing every single one in a row. A true KJ makes sure a singer doesn't sing two songs in a row if there is a long list with multiple singers. It takes attention & common sense. It doesn't seem as if he incorporates either.

Third, even when we spoke to one of the people with 5 songs in a row in the queue and she said we could jump our song before one of hers because someone was leaving early & we had to drop them off at the airport, he STILL didn't move my song up.

All in all, the customers were fun & energetic, but the KJ was lazy, rude, unprofessional, & unaccommodating, even when all the other parties involved already agreed before approaching him. We ended up taking our money back & leaving early.

KJ's are some of the kindest & most professional people I've had the pleasure of meeting no matter where I am in the world. This was an extremely jarring & unpleasant experience. I won't be going back for the rest of my trip. I'll try to find a more welcoming...

I was dying to get off of the main tourist strip, and a quick search for "cocktails" brought me to Sam's. This is not the place for cocktails; it's not even a place for a good beer. The liquor and beer selections are awful, and the Old Fashioned was probably the worst I've ever had. However! This is a true local dive bar, and the locals are all drinking bottled domestics for a reason. Pricing is really good for Hawaii. The staff and customers all made me feel welcome here. It was slow on a Thursday and I was about to leave, when karaoke started and I decided to have one more. Eight hours later, I stumbled my way back to my hotel without a voice. I met a ton of people, locals and tourists, and had a great time. (It's two weeks later, and I still haven't had another drink.) A great hidden gem, you'll know if it's for you once you walk in and...

Dis is da place , been coming here over 20 years in and out , this bar brings back memories , love my coworkers and owners , love the community and the various people from all over the world come here to enjoy themselves , where would anyone else wanna be , yes you got it SAMS HIDEAWAY -“ALL ROADS LEADS TO SAMS” Cmon down and share the fun , talk story and enjoy yourself at this Local Karaoke Bar right here in Kailua Kona Hawaii. I’m part of our Awesome Security Staff here so you’ll find me at the door checking ID’s , and making sure all who comes here has a safe place to relax , and enjoy yourselves. See you all soon SHAKAKALIKIMAKA to all ,……… Aloha and Love to All near and far , God Bless and Be Safe Everyone , DRINK RESPONSIBLY...