Top Hawaii Dining Experiences

Enjoy a celebratory night out during your Hawaiian getaway when you prebook tickets to the Oahu Pacific Star sunset dinner cruise. Conveniently situated just a quick trip from Waikiki Beach in Honolulu, the vessel offers picturesque views of the coast. Once aboard, enjoy the Pacific Rim cuisine and live entertainment from your private table. One alcoholic drink, plus coffee and tea, are also provided.

Admire a new perspective on the Hawaiian sunset while enjoying a delicious dinner and live entertainment during this evening cruise from Honolulu—perfect for those celebrating a special occasion in Oahu. Upon boarding your vessel, enjoy a welcome toast with "Champagne". Dine on a multi-course seafood and steak, then enjoy live music and traditional Hawaiian cultural performances.

Board the beautiful and spacious *Pride of Maui* catamaran for a sunset cruise near Molokini crater. Enjoy an open bar including craft beer and blended drinks, plus a generous buffet featuring barbecued ribs, chicken, stir fried vegetables, and more. Watch the sun set, take in a live hula show and if you’re lucky, you may even see humpback whales during mating season.

Live drumming, traditional dances, and fire-knife performances create a thrilling luau dinner show centered on traditional Hawaiian culture. A beachfront sunset and dinner buffet (with special kids' options available) makes for an unforgettable evening. Book a general admission ticket for dinner and a show, or opt for the VIP choice to guarantee priority buffet access and front section seating.

Experience the rich heritage of the Pacific Islands at the Polynesian Cultural Center, featuring tickets, a gateway buffet, and a show. Explore six island villages with hands-on activities and cultural demonstrations, then enjoy island-inspired cuisine at the Gateway Buffet. End the day with HĀ: Breath of Life, a dynamic show featuring over 100 performers. This immersive visit supports a nonprofit committed to preserving culture and funding local education.

Immerse yourself in Hawaiian culture in the heart of Waikiki at the Paina Waikiki Luau. Enjoy music, dance, and a spectacular fiery finale. All packages include a lei greeting and mai tai cocktail; upgrade for general seating, with a buffet dinner, or VIP seating, which is close to the stage and includes a buffet dinner and additional cocktails.

Spend an evening immersed in Hawaiian culture with this luau experience at the Royal Kona Resort. Choose your ideal time for the outing — the luau occurs four nights a week⁠ — then sip tropical drinks while admiring beautiful views of Kailua Bay. Savor a delicious buffet with traditional island food while watching a Polynesian stage production.

Enjoy the ultimate Ma‘alaea premium dinner cruise with a 4-course meal served as the sun dips below the horizon. Sip on included Mai Tais or other beverages while soaking in incredible views of the Pacific, Lana‘i, and Moloka‘i. With only a select number of guests aboard, this cruise delivers an intimate, unforgettable evening.

Learn more about Hawaiian and Polynesian culture and enjoy a delicious meal at the same time with this authentic lūʻau experience on Kauaʻi. Watch a torch lighting ceremony and a hula dance performance directed by an award-winning Kumu Hula (a master hula teacher), all while you enjoy a feast made with locally-sourced Hawaiian ingredients.

This Maalaea Harbor Sunset Dinner Cruise from Wailuku is perfect for couples or anyone looking to add a beautiful, sunset experience to their trip while in Maui. When booking, choose from multiple dinner options such as prime rib, baby back ribs, and a vegetarian penne pasta. During your cruise, sit back with tableside service and drinks included as your captain and crew take care of the rest and you take in the sunset with island-style music playing in the background.

Come experience a celebration of Hawaiian cuisine, live music, and festive hula at the Waikiki Luau. Relax with a Hawaiian welcome and tropical mai tai before dining on a lavish Luau-themed buffet dinner with island-roasted whole suckling pig and roast beef. Then, find your premier seats for the onsite "Rock-a-Hula" show, which features everything from hula and fire-knife dancing to rock n' roll.

Discover how cacao is grown and chocolate is made on this immersive tour of Lydgate Farms in Kauai. Go on a guided tour of their botanical gardens to sample award-winning honey, vanilla beans, and lush tropical fruit. You will also learn all about cacao, see how it’s grown, taste its ripe fruit, and discover how to turn raw cacao seeds into delicious chocolate. Over the course of the experience, you’ll taste items like chocolate-covered macadamia nuts, apple bananas, and dark chocolate.

Enjoy an evening of local entertainment and food at Gilligans' Island Luau. Watch authentic hula dancing from across Hawaii, New Zealand and Tahiti and learn about different Polynesian cultures through this unique form of storytelling. An excellent option for those looking for a smaller Luau to attend, this family-friendly event has something for everyone.

Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Hawaii with this unforgettable luau experience. Indulging in delicious island cuisine, you’ll witness Polynesia's history of wars and warriors through the art of hula and fire dancing, embracing the spirit of aloha. Taking place on the sacred site of the Battle of Kipapa, you’ll experience mesmerizing music, warm hospitality, and the chance to connect with the heart and soul of the islands.

Head out to Kealakekua Bay for a snorkeling and cruising adventure from Kona, ideal for travelers who want to get up close to some of the Big Island’s most interesting marine species. Keep an eye out for dolphins as you head along the coast to the bay, then hop into the waters to swim and snorkel among coral and fish before climbing back on board for an included lunch.

Embark on an unforgettable two-hour Sunset Sail, promising a serene and memorable experience. Relax as our crew sets sail for two hours of smooth and exciting trade wind sailing with phenomenal views of the West Maui mountains, Molokai and Lanai. Sip a mai tai or a maui brewed beer, and lounge on our decks or trampolines, as the sun sets on another perfect day in paradise. We eagerly await your arrival aboard.

At this oceanfront, Kaanapali luau on the island of Maui, feel the rhythmic beat of the drums as the sun sinks low in the sky, and experience the magic of Polynesian dance as tiki torches flicker in the night. Here at one of Maui’s best luaus, smell the fragrant tropical lei you’re given upon arrival. This Kaanapali sunset luau is full of exotic dances, as well as a filling, flavorful all-you-can-eat buffet featuring traditional Hawaiian cooking.

Experience a traditional lu'au at the edge of Wailua Bay with tickets to Wailua Nui Luau—instead of planning separate dinner and entertainment, you can enjoy both with a single booking. The night includes cultural shows and interactive segments, and the buffet dinner features beloved Hawaiian dishes from roast pork to freshly caught seafood.

Experience one of Maui’s top luau evenings with pre-booked admission to the Wailele Luau set on Kaanapali Beach. Enjoy a generous buffet dinner featuring bread service, pupus, a variety of entrées, a dessert station, and tropical drinks including beer and wine while you watch a thrilling live performance. Learn about the demi-god Maui through traditional kahiko dance with costumes, culminating in an extreme fire knife dance finale.

The luau is held at the beautiful Mauna Lani, Auberge Collection at Kalāhuipuaʻa, which is a historical area where ancient Hawaiians mastered the art of aquaculture and where King Kamehameha came to recuperate and work in the fishponds. Guests are welcomed with a traditional Oli (chant) in preparation for preliminary activities with the cast. After the activities, watch as the pig is taken out of the traditional imu pit before it is prepared for the Hawaiian buffet. The program is capped off by a performance of traditional and modern Hula dances, along with the spectacular Samoan Siva Afi (fire knife dance).

Kaula is a story-based luau, put on by Hawaiian Council to tell authentic Hawaiian stories. With a focus on fun and entertainment, you're part of the show from the moment you arrive until the last high energy note fades and the sound of the ocean takes back the night. It may be Hawaii's story, but we built the experience around you. The unique eat-when-you-want format allows you to skip long buffet lines, and eat when you're ready. The interactive activities are also unlike any others: wandering performers, friendly competitions, cultural lessons, and (voluntary) singalongs combine to make sure you leave with a smile and a generous serving of aloha.

Experience Hawaiian culture in a spectacular setting with tickets to Feast and Fire Luau at Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa. Prebooking tickets ensures you won't miss out on the popular seaside event—where you'll enjoy an included buffet dinner, performer photo opportunities, and an open bar featuring signature mai tai cocktails.

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