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    Maui Nui Luau

    3.5 (218 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndPerforming Arts, Hawaiian
    Open 5:30 pm - 8:30 PM
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Cheers and a Bright Rainbow
    Nessa R.

    While still on my Hawaii Maui vacation, I had to take the time to write this 5 star review. Luau - Let's start with what it means and is. A luau is a Hawaiian tradition, where people gather to celebrate and eat with entertainment. This also means in our own understanding like a "wedding", "baby shower", and/or "birthday". Having been to a dozen of luau's, I feel a compelling need to review from a perspective of one who appreciates the arts and culture. Let's start off with price - This is by far a VERY affordable luau. You're not just paying for a Buffett but the entertainment is included. They literally entertain you for 3 full hours. If you're bougie and hate waiting don't be a cheapskate and pay extra to be preferred. If you can't afford to pay extra for preferred then get there early, be the first in line to get seated at the tables behind the preferred seating. Is there a wait, yes, if you're not preferred you wait. That is typically how preferred and VIP works. I paid for the preferred because I don't like to wait and yes, I like to be front and center and I like the perks of being "first" so I paid for the extra service, well worth every extra penny. Staff: 5 stars EVERYONE was extremely nice! IFKYK: If I had read the reviews first I might not have paid to come to the show, these reviews are a mix of good/bad but more bad than good and I'll have to admit Yelpies on this one got it WRONG! Let's just say, more people are inclined to write a negative review before a positive review. It's almost as if the "negative crew" left their sentiments. But honestly it's fairly priced, weather is the weather, it's Hawaii, plan to be hot, in rain, they perform rain or shine. Is it crowded, YES, it's just not going to be just you and your 3 kids and wife. Think of church, if you go, a big ole crowded church! Are there long lines? Yes, but they go extremely fast. Can you experience a bigger show elsewhere? Absolutely you can, if you're going to Oahu and can visit the cultural center, then do that experience or even on the Big Island but for Maui, this is a fantastic experience! Let's get into it! It's a Buffet and given its Hawaiian theme this foodie gives it a solid 10! Food was full of flavor, a little cold but we had windy rainy weather which is no fault to them. Overall, a Maui vacation is going to cost 10k easy (that's cheap)! Add 2-3k for entertainment while you're here and enjoy this beautiful experience! Kudos to the entertainment crew, grateful to see how much love, passion and heart put into this show. Mahalo nui loa for continuing to share the legacy of beautiful Hawaii!

    Alcoholic drinks
    Veronica L.

    Solid luau option. Went with a group of 14 and they were able to seat 7 of us at the same table. The other people in our group were split into two other tables. Glad we got the VIP seats because they were close to the stage. Buffet style food is decent but you don't really go to this luau for the food or u limited drinks. The performances were great and the MC is very engaging. It's a beautiful location with a sunset view. During the show they have people light the torch on top of Black Rock and one of them jump into the ocean. Kids enjoyed the rolls with butter and ate some of the steak, dish, and the Kailua pulled pork. Enjoyed the Hawaiian pineapple and there were 3 different types of dessert on offer. The picture they took after passing out leis was 20 a photo but they turned out nicely. Show was great and we really enjoyed the fire dancers. Also nice to take pictures with the performers after.

    April W.

    I'm sorry to say it but I did not enjoy this . My friend and I purchased standard tickets on Viator for a Wednesday evening show. It was stated that doors opened at 5 (well, more like show seating began at 5) for the program to begin at 5:30. We arrived at 4:45 and were a good ways towards the back of the line already which meant standing in the sun for a bit. The company did email in advance to advise about this and encourage folks to wear sunscreen. Those who purchase preferred tickets (for a decent chunk of change more than the $198 price tag for standard) get seated first so seating for us regular folks began closer to 5:15pm it seemed. Part of what slows down the entry process is that there are photographers taking photos of every group. Later in the evening the staff starts walking around with the photos advising that they can be purchased for $20. The program didn't start in earnest until 7pm, after the sun had set. I brought a light jacket but I was still quite chilly. There are some vendors set up selling things market style and they also had tattoo and flower stations set up. The food was surprisingly good, especially to have been produced for such a large crowd (seemed like there were 300 or so of us). I would have gone for seconds but got full so that was at least worth it. There was also an open bar but the one pina colada I had was, unsurprisingly, very watered down. By the time the program began, I was sleepy and uninterested. It didn't help that we couldn't see much and the performers (who all deserve 5 stars) were often sitting or kneeling. The tidbits I did pick up about Hawaii's history and culture were appreciated but I wish I chose another luau experience overall. Had the food not been great, this would have been 1 or 2 stars.

    Luau show
    Pastor Phil H.

    The Lia here is on the NW side of Maui and is in a beautiful location. The weather that night was beautiful and it was out by the ocean, so the sunset was memorable. We had purchased a preferred ticket, so we were swatted first. We were given an Hawaiian island lei that was beautiful. The music and the show was nice. The musicians and dancers were incredible. The MC was friendly and professional but a little too rehearsed. The food was served buffet style with an incredible selection. There was pork, fish, native macaroni dish, great salads and other sides that were well worth the ticket. The show went into the evening and was also worth the price of the ticket.

    Our Lei's the next day
    Shell D.

    Go for the incredible artists! This was our first luau since we attended the Grand Wailea luau 15 years ago. The musicians, narrator and performers were fabulous and gave it all they got! They were skilled, powerful and engaging. My only regret was that I wasn't in the front row and that they didn't perform longer. The evening starts with a gorgeous flower lei and what felt like unlimited drinks - although fairly light on the alcohol. If you need more you can buy it at the bar. Guests definitely will not leave hungry - there is lots of delicious food and 3 different desserts. We loved the location on the water with the sunset, the way they started the show ceremonially with a man delivering a fire torch to Black Rock and how amazing the dancers were. I'm still in awe of their performance!

    Wife and I

    Save your money, this Luau was a disappointment for all three of my criteria, food, beverage, and entertainment quality. I will start with entertainment quality, at 4:45pm, over 600 people were waiting in line to enter. You get your lai, and then stand in line, first come first sat closest to stage. We were near the back, because I did not estimate this Luau to have 600-700 people. They take the family picture, and wait , that will cost you..... later on. And then you sit and wait, and there are activities.... LOL, sure there are. You can get a tattoo, get a flower in your hair, or visit the few merchants, and buy more, spend more..... Ok, to continue show quality, it's the worst Luau I have ever been to. By far..... 6 total actors, 3 female and 3 male, change Polynesian outfits, and between each act the master of ceremonies either tells jokes or a short story. The dancing did not entertain, the whole family was bored, as well as the other family at our table. Myself and the other Dad looked at each other, and were like, this is $200 per person, are we at wrong show. Sound system, total of two speakers in the front by the stage. The sound at this event was amateur. Ten people to a table, over 70 tables..... the sound felt drowned out by conversations, as people were bored. Wait..... waited 30 minutes in Lua line to be sat, and waited 30 minutes in the buffet line. Food quality... buffet style, it's poor quality seriously, our Hawaiian friends laughed at us. They asked us why we chose the Sheraton Luau? Food was same quality as an Asian all you can eat buffet. Disgusting, I did not partake. Deserts, I'm a spoiled European, but the United States has lost the ability to find or taste quality food. Cheap sheet cakes with frosting and jello on top. This show is an embarrassment to the Hawaiian and Polynesian people. The hotel made over $1 million on one show, if average price is $200, 700 guests, photo sales, cost for vendor booths, and VIP seat sales. After they pay the 30-40% booking commissions, food cosrs..... the Hotel made a huge profit. Which is great, but you gave a shit show fuckers. Therefore why not invest into it this show.... Do not go to this show. Alcoholic beverages, don't laugh. It's gross and it's just pitchers with punch and pina colada. But they are not ice blended, just juice in a cup.... All of us in the pigeon section, were pissed. After spending over $1000 on this show, we needed alcohol to drown our bad decision away. Do not do the Sheraton Luau. I literally suggest to skip walk the beach, eat at Dukes, and chill at a beach bar. Do that for $1000, and it will be a better time than this show.

    Aneida R.

    This was my first luau and it was so wonderful. It was recommended to me by a friend so I thought we should go. I paid for the general seating and it was fine. The preferred seating gets first dibs and access to front rows. However, every seat has a great view so it doesn't matter. As you wait in line, the servers come out and offer complimentary drinks. Then come the leis and then the pictures. Before the event starts there are some small group activities that people can participate in to learn a little more about the culture. Then comes dinner! Pulled pork, fried rice, noodles, fish, chicken, salad, bread, yams, etc etc! This all you can eat buffet was really good!!! Desserts are also offered. Then the show kicks off and it is sooo entertaining and fun! I'll be back next time!

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    Alyssa T.

    Our first luau and we thoroughly enjoyed it! The food was delicious and the show was entertaining. We were able to watch the beautiful sunset over the beach as well.

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    4.1(8.6k reviews)
    2.8 mi
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    Great find! We were super lucky to be visiting Maui during a low week and were able to get a table…read moreas a walk in and even caught a sunset from our table. It's a beautiful restaurant, right on the harbor. Meals are family style and our server walked us through the menu, which was helpful because we would have definitely ordered too much if she hadn't. We shared the Hapa ramen, Tempura shrimp, Singapore Noodles, and Pork buns. The food was all great. I did find the drinks to be pretty pricey but to be fair the selection was very high-end japanese bourbons, and that's wasn't why I was there so spending $20-25 on a cocktail didn't entice me. While I highly recommend, I do think it was rare that we could seat as a walkin so be sure to book a reservation. They do charge, which is what turned us off since you never know how a family vacation day can go!

    Star Noodle was such a great find! Everything we ordered was soooo yummy and full of flavor…read more We had the tako, ahi avo, and short rib, and all three were equally delicious. The flavors were really well balanced, and everything tasted fresh and thoughtfully prepared. But the absolute star of the meal for us were the Look Moore Fun noodles. OMG. They were incredible! So flavorful, with a perfect texture, and easily the favorite thing we ordered. We could have happily eaten an entire second serving. We also loved the overall atmosphere of Star Noodle. It has that fun, relaxed Maui feel where you can just sit back, enjoy some great food, and not feel rushed. The kind of place that makes you want to order a bunch of things to share. We've eaten at a lot of great places during this Maui trip, and Star Noodle definitely belongs on the list of places we'd come back to. The Look Moore Fun alone is enough to bring us back! Highly recommend Star Noodle if you're in Lahaina or anywhere on Maui.

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    4.1(1.1k reviews)
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    Local spot amongst other options within this strip mall that delivers the goods on point - from the…read moreegg-rolls to the steak & teriyaki grilled chicken alongside delicious macaroni salad - this is worth your patronage. Walk-up service is congenial and knowledgeable - and - while no frills inside and outside - the food will have you glad to simply embrace the surroundings and seating to eat hot right on the spot. Check it out !

    CASH ONLY , they are very clear about this which we did not know…read more The restaurant is located in a Small outdoor strip mall, limited parking but it is not in a busy area so you should be good! Very casual service. We ordered: Mahi Mahi Lemon Caper Sautée: 1/10 The fish just tasted extremely bland not fresh tough and the lemon sauce just made it wet but added in no flavor as well. Rice was mushy tasted overcooked Mac salad was decent but not the traditional Mac salad flavor. Kung Pao Chicken: 2/10 Small pieces of chicken mostly fried so very little chicken this dish had a good amount of flavor because it was sweet. Chicken and shrimp fried rice: 1/10 Rice was so mushy quality and freshness is just not there. Overall this was not our best meal in Maui I had seen the mixed reviews and wanted to give it a try unfortunately I would no eat here again just because it was not just one dish that lacked quality freshness and flavor it was everything I ordered.

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    Leilani's On The Beach

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    4.0(3.8k reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    I have been craving the hurricane Ahi bowl since I came here in 2024. Where else can you get sushi…read moregrade seared tuna, katsu'ed to be crispy, with a delicious sauce? And the best rice with furikake, and then some pretty good macaroni salad? Only here as far as I know? Definitely not where I live in San Diego. The tuna was just as amazing as I remembered. It's easy to walk into the beach bar. And I liked the strawberry salad again, although the strawberries themselves were not that great. The salad is full of fat (nuts, goat cheese, and dressing), but the local lettuce is really good and overall it's a very tasty salad. And you can avoid the fat by getting the dressing on the side and eating around the goat cheese and not eating all the nuts. I was a little disappointed with my 1944 cocktail. It was definitely strong in alcohol content, but the flavor was super muted compared to last time. Decided to order the hula pie because we had a discount card giving us a free one with two entrees, which we had bought anyway. It's a hulking dessert that might be crowd pleasing with a table of kids. It's much too much for one or two people, and not that interesting. I liked the chocolate sauce and the nuts, and that's all I ate. They have this at all of their restaurants, but I wouldn't pay to order it. Anyway, it was a little disappointing after it was one of my top two meals on the last trip. And the hurricane ahi is a must order. but once was enough for this trip!

    My wife made a reservation at this restaurant ahead of the busy Labor Day weekend Monday. When we…read morearrived at the busy location we waited patiently for or table for two. We were shown to a 6 top table (for a reservation for two people) during an obviously busy night. There was a reason that the table had been empty: on a breezy evening this table had zero air movement. We were stuck in a corner, even though the window was wide open. The entire restaurant has ceiling fans whirring. Table #120 is a dead zone, no breeze. No ceiling fan. When we mentioned this fact to our server she had a "standard" answer about how the heat is building because of the hurricane. BS! We had just walked to the restaurant along the beach to the with a strong breeze blowing at our backs. Table 120 is in a back section of the restaurant without a ceiling fan. When I complained to the hostess who seated us she began to tell me that the open air restaurant was entirely composed of hot tables. This place is busy because of where it is located. We had decided to have a selection of starters for our dinner. Dry ribs. Poor humus. Without its location on the beach it would fall flat on its face. Give this place a pass.

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