Hands down the best intimate luau I've been to. I'm so…read moreimpressed with the food and dancers. It was so amazing and blown away by the culture and hospitality. Thank you cousins and cousin Jackson for a one of a kind experience

Located on the grounds of the Hilton Hawaiian Village in Honolulu the Waikiki Sunset Luau is a…read morefairly good luau, but there are much better ones out there in comparison. Paradise Cove Luau was the best but, unfortunately, they have closed their doors for good. The food here was OK. The service was fair. The ambience is also OK. I suggest hunting around for other luaus and look at the reviews before making your selection.

I love a good mystery, so I immediately reserved a spot to attend The Dinner Detective's first…read moreproduction in Honolulu last weekend. It turned out to be one of the best live entertainment shows I've been to in years. It was hilarious, engaging, and most importantly, there was murder, and lots of it. If you purchase a Groupon, you will need to choose which show date you'd like to attend and pay an additional admission fee of $12.48 to cover tax and waitstaff gratuity. You will also be asked to choose your entrée for the 4-course dinner included in your purchase price. The choices are sous vide chicken breast, fresh island fish, and penne pasta. The show is held at the Alana Waikiki Business Center of the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Alana - Waikiki Beach. The free WIFI sign-in and password will be made available to you when you check-in. At check-in, you will be given a ticket according to your entrée choice as well as a name tag to write down an alias. My alias for the evening was Agatha Poirot. There is a cash bar available as well as free iced tea and coffee. An ATM and restrooms are conveniently located outside of the room where the performance is held. The actors and hosts are very entertaining and did a great job in making the evening a lot of fun. I won't give the story away, but I will say that this particular storyline will have multiple murders, and the actors make it tough to figure out who the real killer is. I thought the two detectives were the best performers of the evening and were laugh out loud funny. They need to be given their own show, perhaps a parody of Hawaii Five-0! The top sleuth who not only figures out the murderer, but writes down the best explanation as to why the murderer killed his or her victims, will win a murder mystery entertainment prize package. I was told that the mysteries will change, so there will be opportunities for audiences to attend future shows with new mysteries to solve. The Dinner Detective is one of the best entertainment options in Waikiki and a fun way to spend an evening for tourists and locals.

This was somewhere between a 3 (A-OK) to 4 (Yay) for me but with no half stars, I'm up for the 4…read more It's always nice to have an option for a dinner date out with friends with some entertainment. The staff and actors were great The hostesses were quite attentive and friendly and kept popping to different tables to check up on everyone. The hotel banquet staff was not quite up to par, maybe because they felt that they should be more "in the background" with everything going on. The mystery was well done, some twists and turns and not as easy as you think it might be to solve the case. It was easy to figure out who was acting in the audience vs. who the audience participants were so you could narrow down the suspects quite quickly. Since both my husband and a friend was "suspect", it even made my choices slimmer. For those who like to mingle, it's a fun way of interacting and meeting people but if you are on the introverted side, this may not be for you. Quite a few customers were in the "acting community". The food was so-so for me although my group enjoyed it. Both the chicken and fish were prepared well and was covered with a sauce that was tasty. Salad and dessert were good. Beverage choices were limited but expected with limited bar service, soft drinks and coffee. This is a fun outing for a group. If you really get into solving the mystery and talk to everyone in the room, you probably would be able to get more into the case. Expect some characters..... and I don't mean Mickey. Some people can really get into this sort of thing!

We have been here a few times but everytime when we bring someone who hasn't we try to get here…read more I've heard from some people that it's the second best on the island ( considering how many there are) isn't bad. The luau is actually pretty good, the first time was great but after so many times it's a little bit of an anti climax now. In fact I'm almost over Hawaii. I'm saying almost, not definitely.

We have attended the Hale Koa Luau in 2024 and again this year in 2026. 2024 was better because…read morethere was a female host named Lyric who reminded me of a Disney princess. I later learned that she was a contestant on The Voice. In addition, my 2024 luau was my first visit to Hawaii ever and I was pumped to attend a luau and learn the traditions. Our 2026 host was a gentleman who had more of a flat stage presence. Flash forward to 2026, many components of the luau remained the same. The luau starts at 5 pm and there are various activities on the lawn such as lei bracelet making, some music, a man who climbs up a coconut tree, and a complimentary drink either rum punch or guava juice. There is the typical push for professional photos when your party enters the space with an opportunity to purchase closer to dinner time at $25 each. The show takes a touch to get going and has a strong focus on getting the crowd engaged. There are many songs dedicated towards anniversaries and celebrations which is nice. In addition, there is a big focus on military and those who have served this country being at a military hotel. The event is clean, staff is friendly, yet I do wish there was more performing as opposed to crowd shout outs. The show takes you through Polynesian history, New Zealand and more demonstrated via dancing, fire throwing and hula. There is an MC who hosts, live musicians and interactive crowd sessions. I've never been a big fan of the food but appreciate it all because it's a learning lesson about traditional food. The appetizers are pineapple, pickled onions, poi and salsa with fish that will get split at your table with pre-set plates. Servers will come around to serve the main dish. The main plate contains chicken, pulled pork, steak, fish, sweet potatoes and zucchini. Dessert has always been guava cake which pairs nicely with coffee. My favorite take-a-way from the show is learning how the men have always done the hunting, cooking and cleaning as the women are considered sacred since women can give the gift of life. This is such an honorable lesson that makes me smile. Thank you to the staff as I know it takes a village to put on a show like this especially 3 x's a week. Mahalo!!

honestly, me and my grandson had an amazing time. No complaints at all between the shows and the…read morefood It was all great. Service was amazing and the ambience was top-notch. I would definitely recommend this luau. The MC was amazing. Kept everyone engaged and his one liners were a hit !!!

I would not recommend booking with Queens Waikīkī Luau. The venue is located in the middle of a…read moreshopping mall, which does not provide the atmosphere most people expect from a traditional luau experience. We attended on June 23, 2026. Rain was forecast throughout the day, and since the company's website clearly states that the event operates rain or shine, I expected them to be prepared for the weather. Unfortunately, they were not. When we arrived, the tables and chairs were soaking wet. While ponchos were provided, there were no canopies set up to protect guests from the rain, and many people were left standing outside the venue trying to find shelter. The event felt poorly organized, and I was not the only guest expressing concerns. More than half of the attendees appeared frustrated by the lack of preparation and accommodations. We spoke with both customer service and the on-site supervisor during the event. Afterward, I contacted customer service to request a refund. Their response stated that they were unaware of the rainy forecast and that they eventually dried the tables and put up canopies. However, these actions took place approximately an hour after the show was scheduled to begin, which is far too late. Overall, this was a disappointing experience. Given the weather forecast and the company's rain-or-shine policy, guests should have been provided with a properly prepared venue from the start. Based on my experience, I would not book with this company again.

This place was amazing. The activities before got us in the mood for the luau to follow. The food…read morewas great! The entire staff was welcoming and showed the aloha spirit. Saying a prayer before dinner and honoring our servicemen and women were icing on the cake.

Mauka Warriors was absolutely phenomenal! We were recommended to go here by the activities…read moreconcierge at the Hyatt Regency Waikiki and I'm so happy we went. I was skeptical at first, because I know they have contracts with certain companies/vendors, BUT I was wrong to be skeptical. It was such an amazing time and worth every penny! I highly recommend using their transportation and taking the bus up with others. We were on bus #2 with Steph as our guide and Manny as our driver, they both were amazing. Steph helped kill the time in traffic by sharing historical facts, teaching us a bit of the language, and just generally being super sweet and entertaining while telling us what activities were available, and what to expect. Great experience. 10/10. Once we arrived, they called us off the bus by your package level and gave us wrist bands. We were in section 1, closest to the stage, so we had a welcome Mai tai, given a beautiful flower lei, and three drink tickets (these could also be used on shaved ice). They had activities all over the event; a tattoo station, a banana leaf headband station (I'm so sorry for not remembering the name of these), a Kava tasting station, a fire baton twirling station, a flower lei bracelet making station, a photo station, a spot where you could watch them pull up the kalua pig from the ground, and a bunch of great vendors selling hand made items. The food was buffet style, and honestly, I was super surprised how many options they had. Everything was DELICIOUS! Even my picky kids ate! They had chicken, kalua pork, baked Mac n cheese, noodles, white rice, wild rice pilaf, just too many great options to list. 10/10! The show was the BEST part. It wasn't just a hula show. It was a whole history lesson about the different Polynesian cultures and the wars they fought, so entertaining. I was worried my kids would get bored with a show, but they were blown away! The fire dancers were definitely a highlight for the kids, and they performed throughout the show, not just at the end. This was a phenomenal show! Hands down, the best I've seen! We missed the photo station, so we had to take our own family photo, so I recommend you do that sooner rather than later. They removed the photographers and props sooner than the other activities closed. But it didn't matter much, the background was great and our photos came out fine. Just a tip. The tattoo line was the longest, and if you stood in that, it's likely you missed other activities. It's just face paint, so it wasn't a need to see for us.

We had a tough time picking a luau for our visit to Hawaii and I'm so glad we decided on Nutridge!…read moreThe whole experience was wonderful from the beautiful grounds, the entertainment, to the cultural information, games, music, we loved every second!!! The proximity to Waikiki was so convenient. They also provide transportation if you need or or you can drive yourself to the location. I would recommend Nutridge to anyone looking for a luau that is smaller, interesting, and beautiful!

The staff are super warm and friendly and the location is among the best luau locations out there…read more I've been to many different luau productions. This one is definitely intimate and we had a very small crown (less than 50). I enjoyed the games and activities. The issue is the price- for this price more should be included. Cash bar and limited performers. Additionally - the food is reported to be farm to table but they openly joke much of it is from Costco. Much was packaged and clearly not grown or made in Hawaii. Overall the experience was lovely but seemed overpriced for what was delivered.

Paid $1,000.00 for 5 of us Phew this is steep…read more No professional photographer to capture the family. First time I took friends to luau that wasn't paradise cove. Super super disappointed! Will definitely NOT RECOMMEND! Bad food The lady next to me in line put her finger in the chocolate cake & tried it before she cut herself a slice. Gross ! That just ruined it for me after seeing all the people that had gone ahead of us. The guy seated directly in front kept his phone up recording the whole time blocking everything. Completely oblivious anyone was behind him. The show was weak not even close to what paradise cove used to put on. The girl dancers were very pretty but the setting the impact just all weak :/ I'm home now pissed I spent all that money on a bad meal when that could have paid for us to eat out all week. Will definitely not return :(

My family has been to 4 different luaus and by far Fia Fia is the best. they have interactive…read moreactivities for the family before the event and the cast interacts with the attendees and makes them feel like part of the experience. The food is very good (especially for being a buffet that feeds over 100). Chief Sielu is both extremely funny while also taking the time to explain the origin of each performance such as Tahiti, Samoa or New Zealand. All the performers are multi-talented performers and you can tell they enjoy what they do. Chief Sielu also takes the time to recognized audience members who are celebrating birthdays and anniversaries and on Veteran's day he took the time to recognize the veterans in the audience. Other luaus are much larger and held in theaters or huge venues and seem impersonal. Fia Fia is definitely worth it.

Sea Life Luau was one of my favorite experiences in Oahu! If you're looking for a break from the…read morebusy atmosphere of Waikiki, this is the perfect place to spend an evening. The oceanfront setting is beautiful, and the entire event is well organized. We enjoyed the pre-show cultural activities, a delicious buffet with a good variety of Hawaiian dishes, and excellent service from the staff. I highly recommend Sea Life Luau to couples, families, and anyone visiting Oahu. It was a memorable evening and definitely worth adding to your Hawaii itinerary! Please check out my video: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8GHNmBP/

We purchased passes for a luau which included entrance to the Sea Life Park. We enjoyed walking and…read moreseeing all the aquatic animals in the park. As time went on, we prepared for the luau which will be starting. We were each greeted with a fresh floral lei as well as shell leis if you were interested. The food is pretty decent and if you're not a big drinker, I would suggest the seltzers for your bar tickets treat yourself and enjoy.