Disclaimer; we only saw the show, we didn't participate in the pre-show activities or the Lu'au…read moredinner. The dancers, musicians host and fire dancers were so awesome. These folks are so great at what they do. I'll be honest I was really just waiting for the fire dancers...for me that was the highlight, but all the performers are great and did a great job of keeping the crowd engaged by participating. Only complaint is that a lady guest was standing up and taking videos and blocking everyone else's view behind her. Other than the inconsiderate guest, the show, venue and performers were fantastic. Also, couldn't have asked for more perfect weather!

Not sure if my expectations were too high, but after experiencing this luau, I'm not sure if I…read morewould want to experience another luau especially for the price that was paid. Performers: The performers did a wonderful job dancing and putting on different acts. They were entertaining. During one act, a man climbed a tree with his bare feet. All the dancers did great. Food: The food was a buffet style serving line with servers. The food was decent. It was nothing to rave about, but it also wasn't the worst. It pretty much did its job. Overall: Again, I don't know if my expectations were too high, but I honestly wanted to leave, but I paid so much so I wanted to stay to see if the experience would get better. I don't have any other luaus to compare this to, so it could have been great and just not for me. I did feel like it took a long time to get the show started. There was a little entertaining before the show started, but I felt like there was a lot of wasted time.

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!

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.

It was a great experience! perfect date night while on our honeymoon! Great food and drinksread more

Awesome time!! Food and shows were great to watch. Sunny is the best bartender on the Island! Would…read morerecommend to anyone visiting Waikiki.

Overall my family and I enjoyed the whole experience. From the entrance of the complimentary drink,…read moremeeting the cast members, and learning some of the Polynesian Island traditions before the actual meal was served. The food was amazing, everything from the appetizers to dessert was well cooked, and seasoned. It was a wonderful representation of some traditional flavors and portion sizes that would fill anyone, with the service being fast and kind. The entertainment was top notch, musicians and dancers were exceptional and it was so fun to see the different islands and nations that make up the Polynesian islands. They included the audience in all of the different parts of the show making it very fun for the whole family to be a part of it.

Definitely a must do while in Hawaii. The experience was fun. Prior to the luau we were able to…read moreparticipate in lei making and learn about the culture and luau. The food is good (Hawaiian cuisine) and the service was great. Such a n entertaining show. It is outdoors but there are tables in the shade. When you purchase your tickets you can pick your seats. Great family event.

A real Hāka, a lovely view of the island, decent drinks and food. Super knowledgeable staff, and…read morethe ohana there is amazing. Ai Our host -speaker was awesome. Great projection, we love the educational portions of this, and it was such an amazing experience. If you are a dairy sensitive individual, they got you covered. The tradition food they serve is lovely. It's hard to put into words. Just check it out.

Out of the whole experience, one of the best parts was our shuttle driver, RJ--or AJ, I apologize…read morebecause I can't remember exactly which one it was. From the minute we got on the shuttle, he started breaking down some of the history of the island and really set the tone for the night. He had everyone introduce themselves and share a little bit about who they were and where they were from. He was extremely friendly and funny, but what I really appreciated was that he didn't try to dictate the conversation. He let it happen naturally. Before long, everybody on the shuttle was talking with each other and sharing personal experiences--what brought them to the island, why they chose this luau instead of some of the others, and just life in general. It honestly felt less like a shuttle full of strangers and more like a group of people getting to know each other. He also recommended a drink to me. I cannot remember what the hell it was called--I just remember something like "AVI"--but it was GOOD. I had six of them, so apparently the recommendation worked. The cousin who helped host our event that night--I unfortunately forgot her name too--was also great. She was very interactive with everybody and made sure everyone felt included and participated instead of just sitting there watching a show. Overall, I definitely recommend the experience. One piece of advice: BRING A FREAKING HAT. It gets hot up there while the sun is setting, and depending on where you're seated, you may have that Hawaiian sun hitting you directly for a couple of hours. Bring a good pair of sunglasses, a hat, and some sunscreen. Great people, great atmosphere, and a really memorable experience. Sorry for the pictures I didn't take many I mostly took videos

I had a wonderful experience receiving my leaf crown from Hoaka Costorio-Cavalho and Iynkx…read more Personable and 10/10 memory, full of aloha

Amazing experience. It wasn't an "it's a small world" fest,…read moreit was a Polynesian cultural experience. We appreciated the way logistics were handled, from seating to organizing buffet service and keeping things moving along. Top tier tickets get some interaction with the staff. Medium tickets get you great seats, 2 drinks a person and a non perishable lei. Get "tattoos", grass crowns, shots of kava, and an amazingly entertaining cultural experience. I felt like part of the "family". Staff was super nice. And, I learned a lot! Would definitely do this luau again on another visit. Very comprehensive and informative. Entertaining and sentimental. Gives you a sense of pride and respect for the Polynesian culture and their contributions to Oahu and the world over all. Would definitely come back.

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.

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/

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

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 went to Chief's Luau while staying at Disney's Aulani, and it made for a convenient evening out…read moresince it was so close to the hotel. The atmosphere felt a little strange because the luau takes place at a water park, which wasn't quite the setting I expected. The show itself was pretty good, though, with an entertaining production that made the evening worthwhile. The food was the weaker part for me; it could have been more flavorful. I wouldn't rank it as the best luau on Oahu, but if you're staying at Aulani and want a nearby option, Chief's Luau is still a fun way to spend the night.