We brought our party of 23 to dinner last week and had an absolute blast! From the storytelling to…read morethe food to the sunset to the live music, it was an absolutely incredible experience for our group (ages 1 to 67) We will definitely be back in a couple of years!

This was our second time attending the Paniolo BBQ dinner, this time with our family group of 18…read more It was fantastic as usual! The view from the top of the mountain is incredible! The historical storytelling, the gracious staff, the food, all just wonderful!! I highly recommend attending!!

Aloha! This was an amazing luau!! The MC was a great storyteller and singer. The performers were…read moreso graceful and fluid, delivering captivating performances with beautiful Hawaiian attire. The Fire performing Chief was last and he did an amazing job!! I like the way the food was served on the gorgeous lawn, it felt so open and authentic. Everything I tasted was fantastic. Fish, pork beef with many sides. Pre luau festivities are a lovely touch and one reason I chose this luau, wish they were a little longer, really enjoyed the emu ceremony. The service was very good at the beginning of the night but tapered down after show began. This is one of the top luaus I've been to, I highly recommend!! The valet parking is super easy and I recommend this also. You can take a quick look around the stunning hotel, I recommend this also!!!

This was the best luau I've ever attended. The MC was so great, we loved the way he spoke from the…read moreheart and shared his knowledge of the island. And all the wonderful traditions All the dancers were amazing with such talent. Especially the Chief Fire Dancer. My youngest son got chosen up on stage to learn the Hawai'i stick dance the food was delicious. The service was great!From the ocean breeze and ambience of the flowers and lovely location , this Luau can't be beat.

Highly recommend Island Breeze Luau! We had such a great time, and the show was amazing from…read morebeginning to end. The entertainers were talented, engaging, and really made the entire night memorable. My biggest recommendation: upgrade to VIP! It was definitely worth it. There's no regular line to deal with, you get a complimentary lei, early entry, premium seating, and your group gets its own table. We were also able to get our food and drinks sooner and had more time to enjoy everything going on. It made the whole evening feel much more relaxed. The only area I think could be improved was the food. It was okay, but there weren't a ton of selections, and the pig was very salty. The drinks were also just okay. I would have loved to see something like Prosecco offered. Those were minor things compared with how wonderful the rest of the experience was. The show and performers were fantastic, and I would absolutely come back again!

The island breeze luau was a pretty middle of the road experience for us. I had planned to give 3…read morestars, but the friendliness of the staff bumped it up to four, so good on you! We got premium seating at $730 for three people. We had our own table at the front of the show, leis included ($10 if you do not purchase premium seating), and first service to the buffet. That's pretty much all of the bonus that comes with premium seating. We got our family photo taken, and it was a very beautiful photo. $25 to download the image without a watermark, $35 to get it printed. If you do choose to get the image, download it for $25 and get it printed at Walmart or CVS for $2. The staff who checked us in, seated us, and served us were all very friendly, chatty, and kind. They did a wonderful job. The dancers and band were wonderful, and I appreciate the dedication to describing what a luau resembles; an ancient Hawaiian royal feast. The pork was delicious, and being able to see it taken out of the ground was a really neat experience. Be sure to check in early (5pm for premium, 5:15 for standard) and be first in line to everything, because the line for the bar, tattoos, games and activities, and crowd around the pig build up fast. They have a wide variety of traditional Hawaiian dishes, familiar food for kids, seafood, pork, chicken, beef, sides, and desserts at the all you can eat buffet. Their drink menu is extremely limited; for $750 I would have expected access to Piña Coladas and dacharies, something blended. The teriyaki beef had good flavor but was very tough. Our session ended at 8. At 7pm, the event was called off because the rain was too heavy. This makes sense; there's a lot of danger for the dancers to be on such slippery floors, the buffet food had been soaked, no fire dancers could perform, etc. I understand they can't control the weather. We reached out and asked for a refund, and they offered for us to come back on Tuesday. That is not possible, as we fly out tonight (Monday). They say they do not offer refunds if rain causes the event to end early, and we are now in contact with management. Their choice to completely cancel the show instead of moving it inside or something of the sort was very disappointing, and our experience was not at all worth the almost $800 we spent. Review update; they gave us a 2/3 refund for the rain, which was much appreciated! Mahalo for the wonderful time. And yes, printed is $30 not $35, I had read the numbers wrong. We had a good time, but it would have been much better if a few tweaks were made. Mahalo for the friendly staff, great dancers, great band, good food, and education about Pacific Islander history! I hope to see some adjustments made for future guests to make the most of their time and money.

First, if you are staying at the Outrigger, make sure you sign up and get the discount! Some…read morereviews had me worried about them running out of food, etc. but that was not an issue. I thought it started at 5, but the doors actually didn't open til 5:30 so we were waiting around for a bit. The welcome drinks were nice, as were the activities, though there were only three: bracelet making, stamp art, and a game like bowling (we didn't do it so I don't know the name). There wasn't actually a ton of time before the program started so this worked. The drinks tasted good but were very watered down. I had about 4 and didn't feel much of a buzz. They had us line up and get food and there was plenty. The poke was disturbingly fishy tasting (not good), but I liked the POG butter and rolls, mac salad, beef, pork (a bit too salty) and chicken. The fish was ok. It would have been nice if they had a few more options for fruit. The desserts were actually really good, I thought. I loved the fluffiness of the chantilly cake, and the pineapple upside down cake was also good. The passion fruit muffins tasted good and had a dense texture that grew on me, but when I got my own it had lots of hard lumps in it and I was a bit put off. The show was nice with a band and explanations about local culture and legends and a little history. I like how they moved through time with it and covered different regions like you were on a tour. I honestly got a little bored at the act before the fire dance and my kid almost wanted to leave, but then it was the fire dance and we were good and that was the last part. The timing was just right in my opinion. Overall, a touristy thing to do for sure. The price is on par with other places in the area and since we were staying at the hotel this was a no brainer. I'm glad we went for my own curiosity and for my kid to experience it, though my husband was bored. It was a good experience and well orchestrated.

This is held at the Outrigger in Kona every Monday and Thursday. There are two types of seating:…read morepreferred and general. Preferred is more expensive than general but your party will be seated closer to the front without other people sharing your table. Your party will also be called earlier for the buffet. Check in started at 4:30pm and gate opened at 5pm. A welcome drink (choice were mai tai and a non-alcoholic drink) is available for everyone. The mai tai was good. At our table, we had smoked pork, smoked salted macadamia nuts, and banana bread waiting for us. The wooden serving plate designed and shaped like a pineapple where these were served was cute and covered with plastic wrap. I suggest that once you know your assigned table, you proceed to the side and try some activities to avoid a line or the number of people who would like to try them later as well. These activities were fun and guided by staff. They included orchid lei bracelet making, traditional Hawaiian printing, and traditional games. Traditional artist/crafts were available at the back. Open bar was also located at the back. There were a lot of cats in the field. I would not leave the table that long if you have food that is exposed and unattended. The cats would roam around and some would climb on the table to get appetizers/food. Dinner was buffet style with different dishes: salads, taro rolls, (and different butters), kalua pork, fresh catch of the day (this grilled fish was soo good), chicken, among many others. I liked the desserts which included Kona coffee chocolate cake, pineapple upside-down cake and another one. We enjoyed dinner while listening to the live music/singing from the musicians. The program was good. Comparing this to a different luau in Oahu, even though there were fewer performances and fewer performers in this luau, the performers were very good and very graceful. They had great stage presence. There was a part when a few guests were invited to the stage for a hula dance. The fire dance by the chief was awesome. Very impressive. The photo opportunity at the end of the show was different. The performers remained on the stage and did not go down to be closer to the audience, unlike the other luau I went to where the performers warmly interacted with the audience. Had a great time here. Weather was lovely - no rain and the temperature was just right from that afternoon until the show finished at about 7:30pm. All in all, though the performances, activities, and interaction with the performers were less compared to another luau, the food and performances were great. Would give this a 5/5.

Everything about this place was amazing! I especially loved how connected the mistress of…read moreceremonies was to her culture. Her passion for teaching about it was apparent. The food was just enough(maybe a little too much) I loved that a little of everything was served. We paid for the premium and it was definitely worth it for us. And the ambiance was beyond my wildest dreams. So so so beautiful. Recommend it 100%

Food was good, show was fine , seats were good enough. It was billed as an upscale experience…read more Really think it was no different than any other luau. Probably all the same.

The food was delicious, the coffee divine! Our waitress…read moremade great recommendations and they did not disappoint!! My husband had the Benedict and I enjoyed the scramble of the day! Everything was fresh and fast! The view was stunning!! We will be returning!!

Service by server Abcde F. was efficient, kind and courteous…read more I loved the vegetable omelette and my nephew said the hamburger steak was excellent too. Bathroom needs cleaning but ambiance was great otherwise! I highly recommend this place

Super solid luau at the Ritz Carlton!…read more Staying near Kapalua on our latest visit - I decided to surprise wifey with one of the newer luaus on the island, the Tales of the Kapa Moe! Had to make my reservations a few weeks in advance since the luau is only on Tuesdays and Fridays! Some limited, ah?! Taking place at the Ritz newly renovated Aloha Garden Pavilion, such a sight when you walk in! Welcomed by staff and given a fresh flower lei and a stiff cocktail (or TWO) right away! Now that's what I call the Aloha Spirit...quite literally LOL! -Blue Hawaiian -Kapalua Mai Tai (fave of the night, strong & vibrant!) Before going to your assigned seating in the covered pavilion, you can partake in the Hawaiian cultural activities in the lanai, and get your pictures taken underneath the beautiful garden backdrop! Then when you're ready you get escorted to your table for the luau pre-show! I gotta say - the highlight of the night is the luau dinner, pretty swanky! Before they call you up to the buffet line by table, they bring out the whole roasted pig for showing off as it heads to the display line for service! I noticed though that the pig is not made in an underground imu as is the traditional Hawaiian method - it is cooked in a Caja China, which can also produce succulent meat! The buffet is stacked well, and you can go back as your heart desires! So much to eat: Salads -Hawaiian Chopped Salad -Caesar Salad -Kula Beets with Arugula (for you vegans) -Soba Noodle Salad Entrees -Whole Roasted Pig -Macadamia Nut Crusted Fresh Fish Catch -Westside Huli Huli Chicken -North Shore Oahu Garlic Shrimp Sides -Wok Fired Island Vegetables -Local Molokai Sweet Potatoes -Ginger & Soy Steamed Bok Choy -Garlic Mushroom Fried Rice There's even a Build your own Poke Station with ahi and kimchi tako poke and tons of condiments! AND even a Keiki Menu that includes Fried Chicken Tenders and Mac & Cheese! I know this isn't what folks in ancient Hawaiian times ate, but cheee hooo the food overall is ONO! The Kula Beets with Arugula and Soba Noodle salads were faves! Some crazy flavor combos going there and good starters! Cannot go wrong with a poke bowl with your own fixings as an appetizer as well! The Whole Roasted Pig was nice & moist (especially the belly sections), delicious when served with the mu shu buns, poi, pickled vegetables, and hoisin chili sauce. Like basically an Asian taco! The Macadamia Nut Crusted Fresh Fish was delectable too, delicate fish with their mild Thai coconut curry sauce was very good! The North Shore Oahu Garlic Shrimp was liked as well, so much garlic and lemon butter! And what goes well with protein? Why, a heaping serving of Garlic Mushroom Fried Rice of course! More of a modern meal take on the Hawaiian luau, but I ain't mad! I made sure to eat enough for my ancestors HA! After the buffet dinner, relax, digest and get ready for the show. The Tales of the Kapa Moe! Great local host, makes you get interactive too, work off some of that luau food! The show is a lively depiction of a day in the life of the Hawaiian ancestors, showcasing the different tasks of everyone in the village. Many tales to enlighten your senses: *Koʻi Honua - A story of the creation of the islands *Pele - Goddess of the volcano and its molten lava *Kanehekili - God of thunder bringing forth rain to start growth *Laka - Goddess of the forest and all earthly vegetation *Ka I ka hoe - Audience participation chant lesson *Huakaʻi Hele - Migration of our ancestors from the south pacific *Ka wailele o Honokohau - Acrobat in the form of a waterfall *Ae Kakou - Men dance expressing their love for fish and poi *Lānaʻi - The beauty of Lānaʻi displayed as our women dance in a cloud *Moea awakens - Fire finale representing that the fire of our people its heritage will continue to live and burn strong And while you're enjoying the history, don't forget to grab some desserts: -Mochi Tart (must try!) -Mango Pudding -Mango Cheesecake -Kapalua Bar -Macadamia Chocolate Crunch Cake What an experience of a luau, very nuanced! Especially the fire show at the end, super LIT is an understatement! My only note is that this luau is a bit pricey for the 3 hour dinner & show - about $260 per person for Ohana Seating, and about $316 per person for the Ali'i Premium Seating (right near the front row). But if you're a kama'aina don't despair - let them know and you can get 20% off with valid Hawaii ID! Awesome time for wifey & I at the Tales of the Kapa Moe Luau Show! This was us early celebrating our 15th anniversary! Can't go wrong with this luau at the Ritz! AWWWRIGHT!!

Food and service were great, however, the entertainment for the money was not, and in our opinion…read moreit was overpriced. We are a family of 6 (2 adults and 4 middle/high school aged kids) and the total for our family was $1500. (VIP seating would have been more!) For that money the food AND the show should be amazing and we walked away feeling it was not worth the money. At least hold it outside in a more authentic setting and not in an open air pavilion where it's hard to see the stage and what is happening. The professional photographer with complementary family photos was a nice touch.

08.29.2026 @5pm Booked for family of 4. Must not miss a…read moreLuau's while in Hawaii. And we choose this specific day to celebrate my daughter birthday. The arrangement is very organize and great service but I was quite disappointed when the host announced an shout-out name for Birthday celebration during an recess time and so I missed the recording surprise shout-out for my daughter. I mention to my server LANE about this even though she was just a server for this event. But she understand and went far and beyond to help me see if they can make it right to fix the poorly arrangement of the shout-out during a intermission. And, YES LANE was able to have the Event Coordinator to arrange back the shoutout for my daughter, and even brought up a pudding cake with a candle lighten to my daughter. This is my Big Shoutout for LANE, the Event Coordinator and Teams willingly to make this night right. Thank you and greatly appreciate. Ms. LANE earned the extra star to have this review to a 5 Star.

It has zero Hawaiian vibe. I came here in 2014 and it was the best! Soooo disappointed! Save your…read moremoney!

This was a 100/10 experience. We absolutely loved it. From the food/drink staff, to the waiters, to…read morethe dancing and vibes, everything was amazing.

Food/show/location/parking- You are greeted at check in…read morewith a lei and your group is escorted to a photo area where they take a professional photo that you may purchase at the end of the show, they bring them to your table. Food- was exceptionally great, especially for a Luau buffet! All of the Hawaiian favorites, plus Mac&cheese, nuggets and fries, fresh fruit, great for the little ones! Everything was fresh, the meat was flavorful and tender, tons of sides and the dessert bar with glorious!! My hungry young men loved that it was buffet style... "Challenge accepted!" Show- AhhhMazing!!! The dancers were fabulous! Fire dancers left us in awe. As they tell the story of their culture and traditions throughout time, they have dancers of all kinds. It will hold attention for all ages. There is humor and even a group encouraged "dance lesson" the kids and seniors alike all loved! (at your table, participation is totally optional, and it was hilarious to watch my 21 yr old son hula) The most incredible part and what sets this apart from all the others is the location, right on the water and the show is timed at sunset so at one point you are directed to look at a stage placed directly in front of the ocean, incredible! A ukulele song and darling hula girl with the most enchanting firey orange and pink sky I have ever seen. As the sun is setting behind her, she does a traditional hula dance that is just gorgeous! I can't think of another time I have been more awe inspired. It was an experience I couldn't savor enough. Staff and servers were so friendly and on top of every need. They checked our table several times to make sure we were happy, replenish drinks and they removed our dishes promptly. The bathrooms are very nice, super clean. There is a bar where you can purchase cocktails, or you can order them from your server at the table. I don't drink, but my crew loved the many fun fruity drink choices they offered, and they raved about the Mai Thai's. They have a little souvenir area and a place to purchase your photos. Parking- This is the only one thing I had little issue with. When you enter the hotel parking lot, you come to a kiosk and you are charged for parking. I think it was $10 but double check that... anyway we were unprepared and they didn't take card/ tap, CASH only... Who has cash these days?? And so we had to scramble and put our dollars together to get in, but we made it. Just be prepared is all! Lastly, and they may not appreciate me saying this, but we found tickets on "Groupon" and saved a good amount! And very last, quick plug "Bobs" snorkeling trip! I'll hop over there to review, but they were so much fun!! It was my first time and now a forever Maui must!! Enjoy!! Aloha from California!

My bestie and I had a great time at the Wailea Sunset Luau. The food was delicious. Everything was…read moreperfectly seasoned and very authentic. The service was outstanding, the staff was always on top of things throughout the entire night. The dancers and the entertainment were exceptional. It wasn't your typical big and crowded luau. It was nice to have a smaller personal experience that checked all the boxes. The fire dancer was THE BEST! I've been to a lot of Luaus this one was by far one of the best!

This was not a traditional luau that you're probably used to. Upon arriving, we thought we had to…read morebe at the wrong place because the intimate setting/venue is a golf course clubhouse turned into a very small seating area and a super TINY stage that fits at most 6 dancers. The stage being so small, it was difficult for those in the back to watch comfortably without twisting and turning to catch the few dancers on stage. My back is literally hurting right now after watching only an hour of the show earlier tonight. For the amount of money paid for a family of 5, this was a joke. This luau is NOT worth the price paid. For a couple hundred more, we could have booked a much more authentic luau on the beach. The descriptions I found of this place only shows the close up pictures of the dancers on stage which make it seem they are at an entirely different venue. The "amazing" sunset views are obstructed by trees and you constantly see the parking lot. The pictures make it seem like it's near the beach but is it quite far on the top of a hill surrounded by a road and parking lot. This is a joke venue. It seems the owner literally paid the golf club a venue fee and then charged an arm and a leg to guests and made a killing. The dancers were the same 5 or 6 over and over just different costumes. The ONLY good is the food, free drinks and shell lei. All of that is not worth the money we paid though. I highly do not recommend this luau unless they lower the prices. I know Maui is bouncing back but charging that much is ridiculous