Very unprofessional. We were supposed to get married last year but postponed to 2021. We paid the…read moredeposit towards the ending of 2019 and asked for a contract after paying our deposit but never received it. During the beginning of this year I reached out several times via email to Daniel because of the uncertainty during this pandemic, we wanted to see if we could get our deposit back. NO response at all. Then I finally texted him and this is the exact response I received. "Aloha sorry for the delayed response we with all of our events canceled due to covid we are trying our best to get refunds to our customers. Refunds are non-refundable but we are trying to give as many refunds as possible within 1yr from when they were received." First of all "refunds are non-refundable" makes no sense. Check your message before sending. Secondly, we had no contract that stated DEPOSITS are non-refundable.

Worked our recent wedding at sunset ranch. Fantastic vendor. Easy to communicate, great day of…read moreservice, added to the overall fun party vibe we were looking for. Thank you so much!

I apologize that I am super late on this review! Three months before our wedding (June 2021), I…read morereached out to Tropical Moon Events, and the staffs there were amazing! Dania (Head Coordinator) and Jenna (my Wedding Coordinator) we're very attentive to my needs and wants in such a short amount of time, especially during COVID! Dania would reach out to me every month, and she would let me know the updates and regulations in Hawaii. Plans kept changing whether we needed to postpone our wedding date or elope. Luckily, around April-May 2021, rules were slowly being lifted and we ended up keeping our original wedding date! They really helped us out a lot, even on the small details! They're so fun and laid back and that's what I really love about them. My husband and I really enjoyed our wedding and we appreciate Dania's and Jenna's help! I forgot Jenna's assistant's name, but she was a big help as well! I love their hospitality I would recommend them to any family members or close friends that are thinking of getting married in Oahu. It was truly THE BEST DAY EVER! A big mahalo, Dania and Jenna!

We want the thank the Tropical Moons staff for their wonderful service throughout my wedding. The…read morewaitstaff was very attentive to our guest and they were also very kind. Thank you to Kristen for all your patience and responding to our emails. Are wedding day ran smooth because of your wonderful staff. And not the mention the infused waters and teas! They were the center of our wedding. Thank you so much to the staff that was part of our wedding on July 10 2019 at Kualoa Ranch. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts The Mandujano's

If I could give them more stars, it would be endless…read more Felicia & the gang were the best part of our wedding, hands down. Pretty sure they were the first things we confirmed for the day, before anything else in our 3 year engagement! The drinks were TOP TIER. Our guests were blown away by the selection & the service provided; everyone felt like the super cool special guests at the party, not just the people whipping up the killer drinks. Felicia also helped guide my last two brain cells throughout the evening & we gained a life-long friend when it was all over. If you're going to book anything for your event, Spirits should be #1 on your list.

Felicia and her team are absolutely amazing! Felicia met with us about a year ago to do a trial on…read morecocktail drinks for our wedding. She came to us and we sipped through all the different cocktails which were absolutely delicious! My husband and I enjoyed her homemade syrups that she added to the drinks. All the drinks just tasted phenomenal. Our most favorite was the Mango Sidecar!Felicia was very easy to work with and everything was smooth sailing during the whole process! During our wedding, our guests enjoyed the cocktails and the overall amazing service they experienced with Spirits of Aloha. We would definitely recommend Spirits of Aloha through and through. Thank you Felicia, we appreciate everything that you and your team has done for Alex and I! - The Del Pilars

Keahi and the team were the best! We were able to get a quick turn around and the party was saved…read moreand a great success due to their ability to accommodate on such short notice. We arrived on site with everything already staged for us. We had communication throughout the whole process that helped create the perfect vision. We were able to host everyone comfortably under the 20x40 tent through a rain storm. They broke everything down in a timely manner that created such ease for us especially after a long day. We could not have asked for a better team to work alongside.

From the owner: Namaka Events is a local-owned business that specializes in setup and tear down services with…read moreadditional a la carte options like waitstaffing, bartending and rentals.

The Honolulu Bartending Company is simply the best. Truly. From the very first conversation, Elise…read morebrought such positive energy that we instantly felt at ease. She tuned into our vision right away and offered thoughtful suggestions that fit perfectly with the vibe we wanted for our day. It felt like she genuinely cared about creating something special for us. When the wedding day arrived, Elise absolutely delivered. She showed up prepared, calm, and completely on top of every detail. You could tell she had done her homework. She anticipated the busy moments -- especially right after the ceremony -- and had everything organized so our guests were quickly greeted with a beautiful cocktail in hand. Watching her manage the flow so effortlessly was incredibly impressive. We had asked for cocktails that not only tasted amazing but also looked stunning, and she exceeded every expectation. The drinks were gorgeous, creative, and such a hit with our guests. I also really appreciated how seamlessly she worked with our planner, Emmarose from TGA. They synced so well that everything felt smooth and perfectly coordinated. The bar service was a standout part of our day, and Elise played a huge role in making the whole celebration feel elevated and joyful. Elise and her team were an absolute pleasure to work with. If you're looking for the BEST bar service in Hawaii -- someone who brings talent, professionalism, and incredible energy -- The Honolulu Bartending Company is an easy choice. We couldn't recommend them more.

What can I say about Elise and her crew, awesome! Great! Ohana vibes. She bartended for my wedding…read more She is great at communicating with us. I also loved how she sent us the different packages via email and they were affordable, very professional, and easy to understand. She is great at creating a custom package for us based off of what we like to our tasting. She brought all we needed for our event, set, broke down, the works. Mimosa station for pre ceremony was a hit! We didn't want to have to worry about coolers, or ice, or who would refill the water cooler, or juice cooler, or carrying cans of soda of juice. She brought it all. Elise! Mahalo nui loa for being such an awesome addition to our wedding, it's like you are a part of our ohana! I'm definitely gona talk with you when it comes to my retirement party. Aloha! Ka'ohu and Julia Seto 4/5/2025

Aloha On The Rocks handled our catering for our wedding reception. Shaun and team were fantastic to…read morework with leading up to the event as well as during all of the festivities. We loved the food and our guests did as well. We would highly recommend to anyone looking for a caterer!

Food was amazing, great caterer. Made our wedding day special. Our guests enjoyed every meal,…read morePhilly slider, cajun salmon, the short rib and chicken.

My sister-in-law found and hired Johnny to do our small backyard wedding ceremony and reception. My…read morewife and I are extremely grateful that he was able to fit us in with only two weeks notice and in between a couple bookings. Not only did he bring his own bar, but he was able to set everything up and start making cocktails super quickly. His expertise in crafting cocktails was evident in our "His" and "Hers" drinks. Mine was a simple Paloma, while my wife's was a Lychee Martini. Both were some of the best I've had. He also made a delicious mocktail that was enjoyed by all. We're not only impressed that he was able to prepare all this on such a tight turnaround, but also thankful that he put so much thought and effort. Additionally, Johnny is great to chat with. His story of how he started Bar Up to Par is inspirational and reflects his passion for mixology. That is also evident if you ever ask him for any drink recommendations. He not only gave me a list of tasty tequilas he enjoys, but he was able to explain their qualities in a way that informs and intrigues you. I'm looking forward to trying some of them! All in all, if you're looking for someone who comes well prepared, a passionate expert/professional, and all around great bartender -- you don't have to look any further than Bar Up to Par. Thank you, Johnny!

We are so happy that we chose Bar Up To Par for my birthday celebration. Johnny is so easy to talk…read moreto and kept great communication throughout the whole planning process. The bar set up was so beautiful as well as his delicious signature drinks. He takes the time to make his own flavored syrups and even made me a custom menu. All my guests enjoyed his amazing drinks and excellent service. So if you're looking for a professional, pleasant, and passionate bartender, Johnny is your guy. Thank you so much Johnny for making my birthday celebration a night to remember!

EVERYTHING was FANTASTIC and seamless!!!!!!!!!…read more Mari graciously accommodated our last-minute micro-wedding/intimate family dinner request beyond our expectations when a previous company we initially reached out to near Honolulu took several weeks to produce a sample menu, and quote. We were less than 2 weeks out when we started all over, and since we were staying at a beach-front property on Sunset Beach/North Shore we thought to reach out/inquired at Ke Nui Kitchen since they too are located on the North Shore at Waimea Falls just 5 minutes away!! It could not have worked out more perfectly! We received confirmation from Mari within a few days that the manager said it was possible to select options from a menu they were currently working on, at that juncture - we secured payment before our family flew from Los Angeles (and Vegas), dialed in a pick-up time, and everything was ready! The Ke Nui Kitchen team was able to allow for us to pick up as late as 7:30 p.m. which was great since dining was planned for 7:45 p.m., and my dad was happy to pick up. HOWEVER, due to the recent traffic on Kam Hwy, my dad arrived at 6 not 7:30 much to my surprise, and from what my dad told us, Chef Daniel's too!! Chef Daniel graciously offered my dad samples, said he could have it ready in 30 minutes or less (and he did)...they "talked story" about culinary and surfing (my dad kept saying that if there's a restaurant Ke Nui Kitchen had to dine at, he'd be going, but it's strictly catering)! We had plenty of the BEST pan-seared Mahi Mahi (Sumac and lemon verbena beurre blanc) AND *Spicy Poke on Chip (Spicy aioli, sea asparagus, tobiko, red onion, taro chips). *Kimchi Buffalo Chicken (Buttermilk fried chicken, kimchi buffalo sauce, cilantro ranch, served on a skewer). *Lamb Pita Bites (Warm pita, tzatziki, mint). *Fish & Chips (Beer-battered mahi, marble potatoes, Cajun remoulade, malt vinegar aioli). *Wonton Soldiers (Kalbi beef, ginger-scallion ponzu). *Kōkua Salad (Chioggia beets, carrots, Japanese cucumber, seeds, pea shoots, Sweetland Farms feta, lilikoi balsamic, radish, and yellow/red cherry tomatoes *Grilled Ribeye (Coffee and cumin rub, Gorgonzola cream, charred grapes). *Roasted Root Vegetables (Kabocha squash, potatoes, butternut squash, yellow beets, herb chimichurri). *Coconut Milk Mashed Sweet Potatoes (Okinawan sweet potato, coconut cream, garlic *Asparagus & Nori Vinaigrette - Lemon garlic aioli and sesame). Ke Nui Kitchen Team: Thank you for the flexibility of fitting our family dinner in - everyone absolutely LOVED, LOVED, LOVED everything; EVERY item was perfect!! Hands down, one of the very best dinners, truly ~ My husband and I can't thank you all enough!! You guys will be/are at the top of our list, and not only ours, but my dad's (and everyone he refers for catering).

My first impression of the Ke Nui Kitchen sales team is rather negative as they have canceled our…read moremeetings several times and stopped responding to emails to reschedule. After reading other negative reviews I feel that this may be a blessing in disguise as they've shown to myself, and others, their lack of commitment and poor communication skills. I wouldn't want to risk my wedding day be ruined by their lack of professionalism.

Sarah is the ultimate "best-est" bartender. Very experienced…read moreand great service and her signature cocktails were a hit at my FriendsGiving house party. She took care of every details and was excellent with her prep work, she made my bar look festive and she never nickled and dimed me with every little thing that she graciously provided on her own. Very professional, awesome attitude and very reasonable! My guests loved her! I'd definitely hire them again!

We hired Soda Pop to do the bar at our wedding reception and we couldn't be more happy with the…read moreservice!! Sarah was super knowledgeable and helpful in helping us decide what drinks to serve, what alcohol to purchase, etc. She was really easy to work with and very nice to both us and our guests! The bar setup was perfect and professional - not to mention the drinks were delicious!!!! Will definitely reach out to them again for future events

I would 100% recommend Course Hawaii for a catering experience. My family was just on Oahu and…read moreCourse provided two wonderful meals for a family of 12. Everyone I worked with, from Louise to Chef Marceau, and servers Genevieve and Lauren were wonderful.

We were looking for someone who would cater our wedding at a secluded beach on Labor day weekend…read moreand found Course on IG as they have done some great work and they had great reviews on yelp as well. They have even worked for celebrities such as the Rock. The reason why is that Chef Andrew and his team are absolutely fantastic! We had a party of about 70 guests, and the Course team helped serve all the food and drinks. Everyone praised their professionalism and great attitude throughout the night and to this day. Best of all, everyone is still raving about the food. Some people have told me that "it was the best wedding food they have ever had." The appetizers were sliders and garlic shrimp. The short rib and fresh white fish were showstopper entrees and all the sides garlic noodles, rice, potatoes and veggies really completed the meal! Chef Andrew also offers a oyster bar and that was a huge hit! FYI order more than less as folks were destroying these oysters and Chef was putting in work shucking them to order. We really wanted to thank Course for making our special day extremely successful and would definitely recommend them to anyone hosting an event in Oahu!