A Must-Do Luau Experience Near Aulani!…read more If you haven't been to this luau, add it to your list! The food is absolutely excellent -- I've gone three times already, and even though I keep telling myself I should try a different one, I always end up coming back. The views are breathtaking, and there's so much to enjoy from beginning to end -- from the warm welcome to the lively entertainment. There are so many activities throughout the evening, which makes it fun for everyone. The service is truly spectacular -- every staff member is friendly, attentive, and makes you feel like part of the 'ohana. It's the perfect mix of great food, beautiful scenery, and authentic Hawaiian hospitality. Highly recommend!

My family and I brought my boyfriend here for the first time since he was visiting from San Diego…read moreand never been to a luau before. We got the deluxe package and had a blast experiencing all of the cultural activities. I was hoping there would be some chicken long rice or lau lau but that was not the case for the dinner. The staff made up for the food though. Chasey-boi was our server for the night and he made sure our table was taken care of ! So sad this place will closing its doors but it will always have a special place in our hearts

If you are going to attend a tourist luau on Oahu, then you should go to the Tuesday night "Fia Fia…read moreLuau" presented at the Marriott Ko Olina resort and hosted by Chief Sielu Avea. You have to call the Marriott Ko Olina directly to order tickets ahead of time. We have attended Fia Fia many times at the Marriott Ko Olina and think the buffet luau is great, the Polynesian show is top notch, the outdoor oceanfront setting is beautiful and the small and intimate size of the crowd means the sight-lines for the show are way better than other luau venues for the same money. Our wait staff could have been a bit better serving drinks during the pre-luau activities, but the freshness and variety of the buffet and the production dances of the luau made up for this small critique. There are no bad views at the Fia Fia luau due to it's smaller size and table layout. A similar show is presented at his "Chiefs Luau" other evenings at the Wet & Wild Waterpark in Kapolei, but we think the food offering is better at Fia Fia. Of course the headliner himself is what you go to see: the famous and very funny Chief Sielu Avea himself, a longtime mainstay from the Polynesian Cultural Center and now entertainer of his own luau production. Yes you can go to the Paradise Cove or Disney Aulani Ka Wa'a luaus on Oahu's leeward (west) side, but they can't offer the up close and personal one on one experience of a living Oahu legend like Chief Sielu. We had a great time and would highly recommend.

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 daughter didn't know it yet, but she is a performer. She loves to sing, to dance and to act…read moresilly. Unfortunately, my Mini me thought she wouldn't like PACKHawaii because she knew nobody there. That all changed from the first day. In fact, she had such a blast! The staff, and volunteers were welcoming and knew all to well the feeling of not knowing anyone. They made it a fun and safe place for all the kids. Ms. Mini me decided to get up early everyday excited to go and practice. For summer, it was a whole day affair and she was ready to get out the door before I was up. Why couldn't she be like this going to school?! Anyway, performance day came and she was excited about her the whole show. The family came to cheer her on and we were amazed how great the show was! The stage looked amazing. In 2 weeks all the kids memorized their lines, learned choreography, stage presence, and memorized songs. It was impressive to see how much these kids learned in only 2 weeks. They even help make the stage, props, and programs. AMAZING! PACK has different programs. There is the summer programs, different shows to tryout, they have dance classes and offer various workshops for kids. It is such a great program and it is on the Westside!! Overall, It was priceless to see my mini me's confidence and excitement grow with each day. Thank you PACK for having this wonderful program available in the Westside. My daughter's new found love of performing came out because of PACK. She has gained so much and learned a lot about herself in just a few weeks. I can't wait to see what next summer will bring.

BRAVO!! BRAVO!! BRAVO!! PACK's latest production of Westside Story was phenomenally great!! Like…read morereally, really good! Westside Story is one of my all-time favorite "classic" movie & musical play and I must say, PACKids did this production justice! Who can resist singing along to "When you're a Jet," or "I Wanna Live in America," or even belt out, "take my hand and I'll take you there..." or "I Feel Pretty, oh so pretty!" PACKids really outdid themselves by singing, dancing and acting their hearts out on stage - it was truly believable and something they can be proud to have been a part of. I know I was proud to have witnessed such a beautiful musical. It's no secret, i embrace local entrepreneurial endeavors and that affinity does not end with just my purchases. I support local talent when I can. Here in west Oahu there is not a shortage of talents and skills. PACK is a local, non-profit, after school musical theatre group that puts on 4-5 musical productions in a year. Children audition for parts and should be able to sing, dance, recite and act. It's the real deal at PACK! Since moving to west Oahu I have seen School House Rock Jr., their Christmas Holiday production, Little Mermaid and now, Westside Story. These kids are amazing!! I've seen them grow with each performance and their sets get better and better. No need to drive into town anymore to catch a play at Diamond Head, Manoa Valley or Hawaii Theatre...PACKids ROCK!!

What an amazing experience. Definitely a must if you are on Oahu. The food was great and the…read moreexperience was like nothing else I've ever seen. The food was delicious and the performance was mystical. Learning and seeing the culture was definitely something everyone must do.

We had wonderful time at our first Luau! I was a little disappointed that this one was at a…read morewaterpark, as this backdrop made it feel not as authentic, but once the sun started to go down it was amazing!! They did a great job making it interactive, and teaching us about the different Polynesian cultures. The dancers were amazing, the food was great, great sunset made for really nice photos. Something i feel like they could have done better was the seating, they know how many people booked ahead of time, yet they still set up so many tables and MANY were left empty. I didn't like this at all, i felt like when i was taking my pictures i kept thinking to myself, I didnt want to show the empty tables, cause it would look like this place cant event fill up the venue it must not be good. Just my two cents. Overall i think it was an amazing experience. Its defiantly not cheap and not sure i would do it again, but once in a lifetime thing, I dont retreat one bit!!

This was honestly the best Luau experience I have had! To start, the food was amazing. It was…read morebuffet style and was so tasty. The desserts were also very delicious! We also appreciated the kids meal box that came with food that kids love and desserts with moana on it. There was also welcome dranks and an open bar, thank youuuuu! Before the Luau started, they had different stations with educational activities. They had lei making, poi making, temporary tattoos, and ukulele lessons. All were super enjoyable for both kids and adults! The luau was so educational and personable. They shared history, customs, and heritage stories. I really enjoyed all of the education that went into it. I would rate this experience a 100/10. Food was great, service was great, activities were great, and the luau itself was great. Mickey and Minnie also joined the dancing portion of the luau which was so fun for the kiddos. Everything was so great and also magical outside.

Amazing experience seeing the traditional luau was a night I will never forget! Everyone there was…read moreamazing super friendly and put on an amazing show! The food was so good you can't go wrong with anything especially the prime rib. The seating arrangements and the setup were very pretty and everything was very well orchestrated!

Such a fun experience! Germaine's Luau was a great way to enjoy delicious food while getting to…read moreexperience some of the culture and traditions of Hawaii. The food was all you can eat and everything we had was so delicious! They also had traditional Hawaiian dancing and entertainment throughout the evening, which was really fun to watch. They take a professional photo that you can purchase as a souvenir as well. Parking does cost extra, but overall I thought it was a really nice experience and would definitely recommend it if you're looking for a fun way to experience Hawaiian culture!

I first visited Germaine's back in 2022, and the experience was excellent - good food, good show,…read moregood view, good people. As others have said, the location is in an industrial part of town and looks shady, but it's legit and the beach view by moonlight is wonderful and didn't feel unsafe. Fast forward to July 2026. God forgive me, I want to love Germaine's still, but I just can't. The people and view from the beach is still great, and I appreciate that they call out their appreciation for our veterans, military, and first responders and recognize them during dinner. I also appreciate that they are allergy friendly for peanut, treenut sensitive folks, and have a billboard that lists all of the ingredients in the food as well as a simple chart showing which allergen the food is safe for. The labels on the food at the buffet also note if gluten free, dairy free, and peanut free. We didn't have the horrific bugs other people had, but there were several flies sighted, some landing on the food in the buffet and some trying to get at our food at the table. My wife complained of being bit on her legs by something, so she was fending of flies above the table and something attacking her below. The picnic benches are uncomfortable, probably more so for large folks who it would also be difficult for them to navigate. The sand is hit or miss with some folks with some hating it, others not mentioning it. I'll not mention or mark off for that. At the entry, they take two pictures of you - one with a hula girl, and one without, but you can't buy just one of the pictures, you have to pay for both at $30 (I didn't need the one with the hula girl), but it does come with a digital download option. The food was meh. The chicken was over-slathered in sauce, the beef was over cooked and rubbery. I didn't try the pork. The dessert is a cheap layer cake cut into small ~1 inch squares. I think in 2022, there were more food choices. Fountain soft drinks, water, tea, and coffee are complimentary. Alcohol, you get one ticket, and a drink usually comes in a small 6 oz cup. You generally have enough time to eat one plate and get one second visit to the buffet before they close it down - and boy when they close it down, they close the drink station and bar shortly after that. The show - well, the performers did fine, but I didn't 'feel' the show like I did before. It felt mundane. That's not a dispersion cast at the performers. I can't quite place it or describe how it felt different from 3.75 years ago. The crowd was less than enthusiastic as well on the night I went, so maybe that put a damper on things. Sadly, for the price and the experience we had, I don't think I will return to Germaine's for a third visit. I'm sorry.

I didn't know this place existed until one of my friends had a party here. I didn't even know you…read morecould host parties here as long as you have military base access. It's very spacious and you bring your own food. They do offer alcoholic beverages at the bar so that is one thing off the list to not have to worry about. They have a tennis court and I think a basketball court nearby. Lots of parking so that's always a plus. They keep the area clean and tidy which is a must, especially since it is an outdoor facility.

Important to note: You will need base access to access this place. You go through the guarded…read moregate (where you show your ID) and it will be on your right (follow the signs). Not an extensive food menu--Food is standard bar food. So think, corn dogs, fries, nachos, type food. Not bad, not 5-star gourmet food. There are a lot of TVs everywhere--in fact we went there specifically to watch the fight. TVs can be seen from almost anywhere in the establishment. Drinks--standard drink menu for a bar. :) Now, what I liked the BEST about this place was the kid friendly atmosphere, meaning, there is a huge open, mostly gated grassy area for kids to run and play. There's also a sandy volleyball area, basketball court, and pickleball court. It feels really safe.

ARA does a great job of preparing and developing talented young students for college and the…read moreperforming arts. The classroom ratio is ideal and the academy feels like an extended family. What you may miss from a large school/student body is made up for in program quality and personal interactions. Enough cannot be said about the student performances, staff and swim team. With time I only hope the developing campus presents a more polished and 'clean' appearance to reflect all of the great things happening inside the classrooms and studios.

We love this school! We now have three children attending ARA in 1st, 2nd and 3rd grade. Our…read moreyoungest started four years ago and what a difference a great school makes! We were attracted to this school for these reasons: *100% of the high school graduates received scholarships to colleges. Mostly for academics and swim. *Smaller classroom sizes - to give each child the attention they may need *Longer school hours - we're both working parents and don't need to deal with the stress of after school care * No homework- this is what the longer school days are for and because quality family time is so important after a long day at school/work *Performing arts - starts from kindergarten to work on their confidence, self esteem and public speaking skills *Dedicated and passionate teachers and staff- positive teachers makes for positive early imprinting *Amazing swim program and it just goes on and on! All three of our children are thriving academically and socially. They are all very active on the competitive swim team, hula, ballet, martial arts and voice lessons, all offered at school! I grew up attending a school with about 25-30 students in a classroom so I know what it's like, and I didn't like it. The smaller class sizes is the perfect fit for what we're looking for. A more customizable education tailored for each child's potential. Seeing how much talent has been produced from this small school makes me hold ARA up on a pedestal. We want to give our kids the best opportunity and ARA offers all we can ask for. If you are considering this school for your child, I recommend giving them a call. We're so happy we did!