As a Polynesian mama, I knew I wanted my baby boy's first birthday lū'au to reflect our culture -- and this team delivered beautifully. The dancers were amazing, their energy was vibrant and fun, and everyone -- from the keiki to the kūpuna -- absolutely loved the performance. My baby boy was mesmerized, and it meant so much to me that he was celebrated with a true piece of his heritage. Vivian, who helped me plan everything, was wonderful to work with. He listened to my ideas and was so accommodating, even as my needs shifted during the planning process. He made everything easy and stress-free. I'd absolutely recommend them for anyone planning a lū'au or celebration filled with aloha. read more

What an unforgettable day yesterday! We celebrated my daughter's 13th birthday with a beautiful Luau, and Islanders Dancers & Hawaiian Catering made it absolutely perfect. From the incredible music and energy of the dancers to the delicious, authentic food, everything came together seamlessly. The entire experience felt truly magical. I even attempted a birthday speech in Hawaiian (pretty sure I butchered a few words ), but the aloha spirit they brought into the room made it feel easy and heartfelt. Their team created an atmosphere full of joy, culture, and love--and seeing my daughter smile the way she did said it all. If you want a celebration filled with real aloha, amazing entertainment, and outstanding food, I can't recommend Islanders Dancers & Hawaiian Catering enough. Mahalo for helping us make her 13th birthday so special! read more

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What an AMAZING experience it was hiring Islanders Luau for my son's birthday/graduation party! Vivian was such a blessing to have met. He was so sweet and patient explaining their services and menu options they provided. I wanted to make sure to bring not only the taste from the islands but also the decor of the Hawaiian culture for my son because of his roots, and they did just that. Everyone was impressed with how it all came out with the decorations and esp. the food. Our servers Blake and Maxline did such a great job setting up and preparing the table as well as serving our guests. I would definitely recommend Islanders Luau for your next Hawaiian themed party! MAHALO NUI LOA again for everything! read more

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The party that they catered and provided entertainment for was top-notch. Everything from coordinating the event to the staffing to the dancers, and the food was unbelievable. All guests identified how great it was truly recommend this for catering and entertainment. read more

5 Star.. The spirit of Hawaii was definitely brought to our party. The food (grilled onsite) was delicious and the dancers were amazing.. everyone at the party had a wonderful time. If you are looking for have a Hawaiian themed party, I recommend Islanders Luau read more

We found this company doing an internet search, and BOY WERE WE GLAD WE DID!! We hired their dancers for a 60th Birthday celebration, and I have to say every guest could not stop telling us how GREAT the entertainment was. They were engaging, talented, and very entertaining. Our event was outside in April, and while it was in the low 60s, that did not seem to distract at all from the entertainment. We did not use the catering services, but if we rebook (a definite possibility), we would be open to having them cater the event and provide the entertainment. Vivian was just awesome to work with!! I would not hesitate to re-hire this company or recommend them to anyone. Thank you, Isanders Luau. read more

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Working with Vivian and his team is truly a breeze--an island breeze! Vivian's friendly disposition makes collaboration effortless. He has an incredible ability to take a vision and bring it vividly to life. During our event setup, I realized I had forgotten a vital piece of the puzzle. Thankfully, Vivian and his crew remained calm and resourceful, quickly creating a seamless workaround without missing a beat. The event was absolutely amazing. The visuals and aesthetics completely wowed our attendees, transporting them straight to the islands. I can't recommend Islanders Luau highly enough! read more

Thank you Islanders Luau for a wonderful experience! Our guests enjoyed the performance and everything from start to finish was great. Communication throughout was great and they worked with our needs for the day of. read more

We recently had Islanders Luau perform for my boys' 10th birthday Luau on 11/16. What an outstanding show! Booking was a breeze, Vivian was so helpful and responsive. We had 3 amazing and talented performers who were all so professional and engaging with all my guests. 10/10 would recommend to anyone wanting to elevate their luau experience. read more

Islanders Luau performers were spectacular! They made my husbands birthday Luau. I am so happy that we hired them and would 100% use them again for our next party. The dancers that they sent to perform and greet our guests were super flexible, gracious and amazing performers. Everyone enjoyed the show and it is obvious that they love what they do! Worth every penny. Do not hesitate to hire this company for a memorable celebration! read more

I hired Islanders Luau for my dad's 80th bday party on June 8th because I wanted his celebration to be EXTRA special. This was a very big and important event for me and I'm so happy I brought in the BEST! I found them here on Yelp and I contacted Vivian a few months before the party. She is organized, professional and very easy to work with. I was so appreciative of her price list and their website that has photos of everything they have to offer. I must've compared the list and pics 50 times as I made my choices. The day of our event the caters arrived on time and I walked them through the places I had envisioned the buffet set up to be. All 3 staff were great communicators and extremely accommodating to any of my requests. The decor and buffet the caters set up was absolutely beautiful. All the food was fresh, beautiful, and delicious! Vivian was kind enough to help me with a few extras that really made the buffet table look incredible. I received so many compliments on the food and there was plenty for everyone without having leftovers for days afterward. A perfect amount for the size of our party. Jazzy and her team of 4 entertainers arrived shortly after the caters. Jazzy was also very accommodating and easy to work with. All the dancers were friendly, professional, and were very well rehearsed. Their costumes were althenic and of great quality (beautiful colors). The dances were made even more captivating because of the introductions given by Jazzy and her crew. It really was as if the Islands had come to my backyard. I especially loved that they invited my guests to be part of the show. From the pig ceremony to some of the men learning a few Haka moves, it was really fun to watch. The fire dancer at the end was the cherry on top. Everyone especially the kids (and my dad) really enjoyed watching him. We all had a great time and thanks to Islanders Luau I could enjoy my family and did not have to worry about my guests being well fed and entertained. I would 100% recommend them and hope to work with them again in the near future! read more

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We booked a catering service from Islanders Luau and it was an amazing experience! The crew arrived an hour an half before our pool party to ensure they had every set up without interfering the event. Once they started cooking our guests couldn't wait to partake in the meal! We ordered the chicken and pulled pork along with rice and vegetables and every bit of it was delicious! If you're looking to cater an event look no further and calm Vivian and the Luau team as you will thoroughly impressed with the customer service, experience and friendliness of the team!! read more

We hired Islanders Luau for my 50th bday party and they were absolutely amazing! So talented, so interactive, so much fun! They were professional, funny, and incredibly nice. I would definitely hire them again! read more

We used Islanders Luau for my mom's 100th birthday celebration on May 17, 2025. She was born and raised on the island of Maui so we wanted that "Aloha Spirit" for this monumental occasion. Islanders Luau helped create this "Aloha Spirit"! They exceeded my expectations! The setup, decor, food, entertainment...exceptional! Vivian was great...patient and reassuring. His staff arrived on time and set up everything with plenty of time to spare. The food was fabulous! For the main dishes, we had the teriyaki chicken and beef as well as the Kalua pulled pork w/cabbage. Some guests were from Hawaii and many were "relocated" Hawaiians here on the mainland and they all said everything was delicious! The egg roll appetizer is a must! The entertainment was top notch...guest participation was especially entertaining! My mom and guests all commented that this was a great party. It's definitely a party I will never forget! It was so important for me to honor my mom with this special gathering of family and friends and Islanders Luau didn't let me down. Thank you Vivian! See you at my mom's 101st birthday celebration! read more

Exceptional Experience!! I booked a 70th Birthday luau for my Mom with Islanders Luau. Meril was very helpful in the decision of what to choose from their awesome list of food, entertainment and decor! They cooked teriyaki chicken on site, and all the food was amazing! The buffet table was absolutely gorgeous. The servers were very helpful.. I also got the tiki photo booth which was so much fun! The Entertainment by Meril and the Hula girls was by far the best experience my guests had ever had.. We were all blown away by the entire show and experience.. I will definitely be booking Islanders Luau in the Near future. Thank you Meril and Islanders Luau for such a wonderful experience.. We're family now! read more

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Islanders Luau catering and their food did not disappoint! Our guests of 60 we had over for my husband's surprise 50th birthday all enjoyed the food and service provided. Vivian was very pleasant and great with helping me plan for the party. Thank you again for all that you've done to make it a truly unforgettable Luau experience for my husband and our guests! read more

Recently entertaining over 100 guests in Palm Springs, Islanders Luau lived up to their promise. Easy to work with fairly priced on time or just a few good things I want to say. When our guests arrived, they were greeted with lei, and came in to a ukulele, singing, DJ. Food was excellent and they worked with us on our budget. The greatest part was the show with hula dancers and a great fire dancer. Islanders Luau was every bit as good or better than we expected. I would never think twice to use them for my next luau. read more

We had 'Harvey' as our MC/Entertainment and he was A-M-A-Z-I-N-G!!! We had our event in our backyard w/our very close family and friends (approx 45 people)... he went around talking to most (if not all) our guests. He was so personable (and professional) that he totally fit in... He arrived as the "Luau Entertainer", but left as "Uncle Harvey" lol. Will definitely reach out to @ Islanders Luau for future events... until next time... Mahalo, ~Leilani read more

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Coming from an Event Planner's experience, I highly recommend this company. They will accommodate your request promptly and will reasonably work around your budget! My team from Miracle's Dream Event are all satisfied, grateful and for sure will definitely seek out for their service again! Islanders Luau team headed by Vivian, did an awesome job in providing their specialty Hawaiian dishes to over a thousand guests. Regardless of your guest count hundreds or thousands Vivian will treat your event fairly and for sure you'll be able to tell how passionate his team is. Not to forget they also provided Hawaiian decors which is a MUST to include in your event. Can't wait for another team collaboration with your company Vivian. read more

5 stars for the entertainment and food! Our guests really, really enjoyed the fire dancer, he's the best. The hula dancers were great. And everyone raved about the food. We did the majority of our own decorating. Vivian made it easy for the booking process and communicated great on that end. Host/server/dancer Miracle was an absolute pleasure to work with. I was thrilled to find out they would come to our city. I would not hesitate to hire them again because now I would know what things need to have a back up plan. So the only reason I didn't give 5 stars is because we didn't do horde overs' because we were just having a 30 minute meet & greet along with cocktails prior to food service, but the food was served 45 minutes late! I was embarrassed because our guests didn't expect to eat so late. The team arrived an hour and a half early (better early then late) but that's 1 1/2 hours early on top of the original 2 hours in advance for set up. I was getting dressed & ready and kept having to go outside to make decisions, I had planned to be completely ready and available at the original time planned. The beautiful fruit platter sat in the kitchen for nearly 4 hours not on ice or anything, & then when the food was served I found it in the kitchen still, forgotten, so the people who had already been served had to go back for the fruit. I didn't have room in my fridge for it, and we do not have AC. The reason the food was served so late was the staff had not been told we had paid for the fried Hawaiian rice and so someone had to go get something to cook it on, and I'm guessing getting the missing ingredients. Last thing was the condition of the driveway. Vivian asked if we had a pressure washer, we do but it was buried in prep for the party and we're not stoping to dig it out and then have pressure washing going on at the end of the party. I didn't know if the company shows up with a trailer for the performers to change in, or how that worked , no one said we needed to provide an area for this, so in the future we would know. But as I said the guests had a GREAT time, and we received lots of compliments, such as "it was the best party ever". read more

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LOVED working with Islander's Luau! Personable, professional and exceeded our expectations. The caterer and performers were a pleasure to work with. Wouldn't hesitate to use again and highly recommend. You won't be disappointed! read more

What an incredible event Islanders Luau put on! The entire team were such a pleasure to work with. My wife and all our guests had an amazing time. High level of professionalism and attention to detail. The food - wow! Everything was so delicious. All of our guests loved it. The performers put on a wonderful show. So heartfelt and special. It meant a lot to us and will be a special memory. Islanders Luau put together an unforgettable night for my family and friends. I could not have asked for a better team to work with. I recommend them without hesitation. read more

Maril with Islander's Luau was fantastic. From the open and regular communication, to the flexibility, he really made our event fantastic! We worked together on a 500 person, outdoor prom. The team was engaging and efficient. Unfortunately some of the crew got stuck in traffic due to unforeseen issues, and although they arrived later, they picked up the pace and were able to still get food out by our originally scheduled time. Not only was the catering great, but the dancers, and decor items were top notch! All the students were very happy and loved seeing the Islander's luau perform. Thank you, Maril! read more

I live in the Bay Area and was looking for a group to perform for my dad's luau themed 80th birthday celebration. Planning a huge party from over 400 miles away could have been a nightmare. But Vivian from Islanders Luau helped me along the way. What a fantastic party it was! We did not use them for catering because the venue we chose caters. However, we had 2 female and 2 male dancers and the Pago Pago Weaving Village. We also used some of their decorations which helped guests really feel like they were on the islands. The audience participation was so fun. They had my 80 year old uncle doing a Haka and my 82 year old aunt learning Hula. Everyone had a great time, especially my dad. I highly recommend them for your next luau themed celebration! read more

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Vivian and his crew were awesome! They were right on time, extremely professional. The food was amazing, especially the full pig! The Hula Dancers made the event feel like we were in Hawaii! Highly recommend! Scott G. read more

It's 10 days later and we are still on cloud 9, not to mention our guest are still raving about the baby shower. Islanders Luau entertainment company definitely lived up to their reputation and even more. The owner Vivian is very professional, accommodating, accessible and kind, which made this process easy. Although we had an unexpected rain storm the night was beyond magical. Hawaii was brought to the hills of Corona and it was perfect. The food was amazing and the buffet setup was super cool. Their props along with my decor and party planning really created the vision my daughter and husband wanted plus more. I want to thank the beautiful dancers that showed up in the cold and rainy weather. The 45 minute show brought beauty, elegance and masculinity as our imaginations traveled back to the different islands as they danced. Oh my and the Fire/ knife show was nothing short of amazing and left us speechless. To wrap things up? I need an upscale company to delivery and that's exactly what happened. As a party planner, I am big on presentation, delivery and execution! Aloha baby Aspen, we cannot wait to meet you read more

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Having Islander's Luau perform as my daughter's birthday was amazing. The day was gloomy with off and on rain, we thought the show would be canceled, but they made it work and exceeded my expectations. They arrived early, set up quickly, were friendly to everyone and put on an incredible performance. Everyone was so impressed. After the show the dancers stayed to take pictures with everyone. I highly recommend Islander's Luau for any event. I will definitely be recommending them to all my friends and family. read more

Islanders Luau - performed right after rain in wet grass. What a champ - Caterers Near Me - Riverside, California

Thank you so much for the entertainment last night! Everyone was so happy and excited to see the performances that were absolutely amazing! The party was a hit and my husband was surprised! We look forward to seeing you all again in the future. Thanks again!! read more

Islanders Luau - Amazing performance! - Caterers Near Me - Riverside, California

My husband and I had our Hawaii Five-0 themed 50th Birthday Party at a friend's backyard for a dozen people. We had Harvey as our Lead Entertainer and MC. He is very friendly, personable, and really carries the spirit of Aloha in his heart. His Luau team was magnificent! The most authentic and incredible show that leaves you speechless. All of our guests were commenting on how amazing they were and how much they wanted to throw their own luau party to bring them back. Also, the amount of engagement they had with all of our guests was just right for our small group. Will definitely reach out to Islanders Luau for future events. Mahalo nui loa Maril, Harvey and crew for making our 50th birthday unforgettable. read more

INCREDIBLE company! I don't normally write reviews, but Maril and Islanders Luau are just too amazing not to do so. The dancers, food, decor, ambiance, etc. were all top notch! I was so floored by how professional this company is. I've been to HI a few times and have been to Luaus there, but they don't even compare to this one we can have here at home! Also, we did the roasted pig and I've never had such delicious pork in my life! My guests had a wonderful time and many have come back to rave to me. I would highly recommend Islanders Luau! Maril is great and so easy to work with, too. read more

We used Islanders Luau for our baby's first birthday party for catering and a show in our backyard. They arrived ahead of schedule, went through all the details and space requirements, then setup right away. They were super kind and accommodating from the very beginning. The food was great, their buffet table setup was so cute too! Had tons of left overs also, which they bagged up for us to save. The show itself was perfect, just like the luaus you would attend in Hawaii only smaller in size. The kids (and adults) really enjoyed themselves, the hosts did a great job interacting with our guests during the show. Overall we would rate 10/10 if we could... awesome option for people who don't want to cook or entertain themselves since islanders luau does it all!! Thanks for making our baby's first birthday so memorable :) read more

Islanders Luau - Caterers Near Me - Riverside, California

The crew that came to my daughter's graduation luau were AMAZING!! All of them were professional, kind, and included all of our guests during certain parts of the performances. Our family and friends were so blown away by such wonderful dancers. We also ordered some of the catering which was delicious! I highly recommend Islanders Luau. read more

All I can say is WOW ! They showed up early to grill chicken and set up. The decorated tables were beautiful. The presentation was beautiful. We had a whole pig which was a hit ! The side dishes were fresh and delicious. The servers were professional and polite. At the end of the party the bagged all the left over food for us. Didn't have to lift a finger ! I highly recommend them for any event. read more

Thank you Islanders Luau for making my Hawaii Five-0 memorable. My backyard smelled so good while you guys BBQ-d on the spot and the food was so delicious. High Five on the pig ceremony, that was an awesome experience. The fire show and the hula dancer was a ton of fun too. We all had an amazing time with your awesome entertainment. I also loved the way you decorated the buffet table. This hawaiian party will be one that everyone will remember. My family and friends are still talking about it days later. read more

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We used Islanders Luau for an HOA community event. They are such a great vendor to work with! One-stop shop for all things Luau. Vivian was incredible to work with. The set up was stunning, and the performance had the residents in awe. 12/10. Definitely using them again. read more

I'm compelled to write a review for Islander's Luau because they provided us one of the best event experiences ever! From start to finish the team was responsive, friendly, organized, professional yet personal, and knowledgeable. Their quote was thorough and easy to understand. The staff that showed up early to decorate and set up was professional and thoughtful. They created beautiful displays on the tables, and knew exactly where to set large scale decorations in and around the property so as to maximize the experience for the guests. It all looked so beautiful! Everyone truly was in awe! Friends who did not attend but viewed photos thought the event was actually in Hawaii! The food and drinks were delicious! We got so many positive comments from our guests. Our bartender was experienced and came with his own tools to ensure that it was a full tropical cocktail experience. The performers AND the performance were absolutely over the top! It was more than we could've hoped. We were actually surprised by all the ways that they engaged the audience in moments of fun and heartwarming sentiment. These wonderful people shared their culture and passion with us and our guests. They truly brought the aloha spirit to everyone who was there! We cannot say enough good things about the team at Islanders Luau! We few so lucky to have found them! A++ experience all around! read more

We hired Islanders for my grandmothers celebration of life! She definently planned her celebration and went all out. Islanders made it happen with no hiccups. Food was great, dancers were amazing. I can't say enough about this production company because everything was 5 stars! The cost was pricy but considering everything they brought and all that they did it was definently worth it! Thank you Islanders for a time to remember! read more

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My husband and I were married in a private ceremony in Maui and hosted our reception when we returned home in our backyard. We hired Islanders Luau to bring Hawaii back with us and they were absolutely amazing!! Several of our guests commented on how they truly felt like they were in Hawaii when they stepped into our backyard. The flowers were very beautiful...the dancers were incredible...and the food was absolutely delicious!!! The pig ceremony was fantastic!!! The hula dance with me and my female guests and the Tiki face with my husband and the guys was unforgettable and super fun for all of us!!! Maril and his dancers give an incredible performance!! We could not have imagined our special celebration could have been any better than with Maril and his crew!! We highly recommend Islanders Luau!!! read more

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If I could give this company 10 stars I would. Highly recommend Meril and his team of performers. They did an amazing job bringing the Islands to my fiancé's birthday party. Very professional staff, excellent communication, they arrived on time, excellent costumes and they really get the crowd engaged. read more

Aloha! On September 4th I booked an Luau for my mothers "100th" Birthday party! With Islanders Luau, Maril and his family outdid themselves. Maril was wonderful to help with the picks of food and entertainment. We had hula girls, flame dancer, whom happened to be a cousin to two of our guests to their surprise. and the MC that played the music for us. We had plenty of food for everyone plus some to take home. Thank you everyone of you for making memories to last a lifetime! read more