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All Reviews for Kauai Luaus & Tickets in Kauai

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Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Very Enjoyable

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

Very enjoyable. We recommend it to everyone. The meal was one of the best we had on the island and we ate some very nice meals!! The entertainment was great as well!

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Posted on: 2010/02/11

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

The BEST LUAU we've ever been...

Reviewed by: Chris & Wan

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed this event - it wasn't only a Luau, but you learned of the culture, flora, and food. The food was OUTSTANDING! The hosts gave a thorough description of the foods, and how to eat them. The pig was very juicy, and salted to perfection. And even though the Poi was bland (as it should be), it had a distinctive and very interesting taste that perked our senses. The free mai-tais didn't hurt either! : )

The show ran a bit longer than we expected, but after a few drinks, it may have just seemed longer. The quality of dance, special effects, and entertainment was high, and the fire dude rocked the house (one of the best we've seen).

Mahalo Smith's!
Chris & Wan

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Posted on: 2009/12/09

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Great show!

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

Spectacular setting! I've been to many luaus before and this one has the best scenery. Well organized and excellent food! I was slightly disappointed in the show as it was lower energy than others I've attended. I didn't like the way they captured ALL the cultures (Chinese, Japanese, Phillipines) as I felt it brought the energy of the entire show down and removed itself from being "Hawaiian". Over all though - we had a great time.

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Posted on: 2009/11/20

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Smith's Luau

Reviewed by: Bill from Niles IL

We have been to many luaus on all the islands and this is one of the best. The food was plentiful and very enjoyable. The host and his father 2nd and 3rd generation we very informative and available to every one. They worked the tables and made sure everyone felt at home.

The entertainment during dinner was continuious. We even had a couple get engaged after the hula class. Very sweet.The bar service was fast and the special drinks well prepared.

The entertainment was very professional and varied dances form the different pacific islands. The special effects were just great.

Would we go back. In a heart beat.

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Posted on: 2009/11/11

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

GREAT!!

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

We attended two different evening Laua's on the island, but the SMITH'S was the best!!!

We really enjoyed ourselves from start to finish!

A Great Cap to our trip!

THANKS!!!

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Posted on: 2009/10/19

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

What a Great Luau!

Reviewed by: Tom and Lori

We could not pass up the opportunity to tell you Thank You for this Great experience! The group of people who put on this Luau need a giant pat on the back or better yet a big hug. They really put on a great show and it is clear they have fun doing it. Please tell them Thank you. By the way... we really adored the little pregnant hula girl. Aloha.

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Posted on: 2009/10/02

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Family

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

Outstanding!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

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Posted on: 2009/07/29

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Awesome

Reviewed by: David

This was the best luau we attended the whole trip. Very hospitable. The grounds were beautiful and the food and service were great. The show was very professional and very entertaining. I would recommend this to anyone visiting Kauai.

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Posted on: 2009/07/21

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Smith Family Luau

Reviewed by: sara926

The Smith Family employees and family members were all VERY friendly and hospitable. The food was very average, but the show was unique to other luau shows I have seen in the past. The grounds were very beautiful and I loved how they took us on the tram to show us around and then let us wonder at our leisure to get a closer look at everything.

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Posted on: 2009/07/14

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

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Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

We took my sister to this Luau because this was her first visit to a Hawaiian Island not because we enjoyed our past experience at a Luau. The Smiths did a fantastic job! The setting, the food, the presentation were all wonderful. I would do this again. It truly felt like we were at the Smiths dinner table enjoying a meal with them.

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Posted on: 2009/06/26

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

smith tropical luau

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

Not really what i had expected. I found it to be rather boring. Would have really liked to see more of the Men dances than there was. Didn't really care for all the other country style dances was really looking for more of a Hawaiian, Polnysian style luau. The fire dance was cool. Think kids would find this show rather boring. The plantation was really really pretty i would recommend that you tour that.

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Posted on: 2009/06/20

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Untitled

Reviewed by: So Cal Beaches

Food was excellent and the show was anything but ordinary.

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Posted on: 2009/06/10

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Great fun!

Reviewed by: Daniel & Christine

Very lush and beautiful grounds, plus the food and open bar. Yes, open bar! And the dancers are freakin' hot, both ladies and men!

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Posted on: 2009/06/02

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Good time

Reviewed by: Vistor

We had a good time

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Posted on: 2009/05/22

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Great Evening

Reviewed by: John Osheka

This was really a great experience. My wife and I got to enjoy the flavor of the Island in a relaxed island setting. The food and entertainment were great and the staff made every effort to make us feel welcome. A must do activity.

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Posted on: 2009/05/19

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

A very long night

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

Arrived a bit before 4:30. Staff was quite rude that we were so early.
Also, everything was dragged out..far too long. Entertainment was too late for our granddaughter to enjoy as she fell asleep.

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Posted on: 2009/04/07

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Everyone Had A Great Time

Reviewed by: H Baxter

We highly recommend this luau - the whole family from age 7 to age 75 enjoyed it. The food was awesome, the gardens were beautiful and the dancing was amazing. I love that this is a family run business, and you can tell that they all really invest their time and care into every detail. Even grandpa Smith was out in the food line making sure the buffet was tidy and fresh. I was really impressed by the quality of the dancers! Some might say, though, that this is a bit on the "schmaltzy" side - it might not have the cosmopolitan feel of some of the other luaus, I certainly wouldn't say it was a romantic or upscale sort of thing - but I liked the old-time feel of it. Also, don't rush to get there, we arrived at the very beginning and took the tram ride through the gardens - then waited about an hour for the entertainment and refreshments to start.

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Posted on: 2009/02/24

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto Tour

Reviewed by: Betty Kaszula

The Smith's Luau is the best on Kauai. They have lovely grounds to tour, the emu ceremony is great. We have been to this before and I would recommend it to everyone. The tour up the river to the Fern Grotto was great. The people running these tours are well versed in the history and knowledge they share with guests. They make everyone feel special!

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Posted on: 2009/02/14

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Absolutely the BEST Luau anywhere!

Reviewed by: Perscon

I've lived in Hawaii and returned for many occasions, and Smith's Luau is absolutely the BEST Luau on any island at any price! The setting is absolutely gorgeous, the staff was very friendly and outgoing, the food was absolutely the best and there was plenty of it! Open mai-tai bar was a great value, dinner entertainment was fun but not overwhelming and the show afterward was a great Luau value. The thing that impressed me the most was Mr Smith, the owner, was available, visible and active in every part of the evening, from un-earthing the pig to singing and entertaining at dinner. I would HIGHLY recommend this event for anyone who visits Kauai - you WON'T be disappointed!

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Posted on: 2009/02/10

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

worth doing

Reviewed by: genie

This is actually the 3rd or 4th time we have attended a Smith's Luau. We always take newcomers here. They all expect a Luau. It is the best one on Kauai and we would strongly recommend it.

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Posted on: 2009/01/06

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Smiths Family Luau

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

Exceeded all my expectations. The whole group enjoyed it. The food and staff were excellent and the entertainment was even better! Definitely recommended for all!

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Posted on: 2009/01/05

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Smith's Luau-Wow!

Reviewed by: S. Denning

Beast luau i've been to, reconmend getting there early to walk through the incredible gardens after the short tour. The staff is top notch, the food is incredible and the intertainment is worth every penny. I would recomend this to anyone and everyone going to Kaua'i.

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Posted on: 2008/11/22

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Terrific

Reviewed by: Mary

We loved the tram ride, beautiful grounds with peacocks and more, the great food at the luau, friendly people, a wonderful show! The covered pavilions made it pleasant! It was nice to have our picture taken and available for purchase. We liked having the luau in one place and the show in another. Wear mosquito repellent!

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Posted on: 2008/11/15

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

A great Luau experience

Reviewed by: Sandy

The entire event was fantastic. Grounds were beautiful and the staff was great! We really enjoyed the food and drinks. Would highly recommend.

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Posted on: 2008/10/17

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Smiths Luau

Reviewed by: Jim and Sandi

This luau was the best we have been to. We had a wonderful time , the food was delicious and the entertainment was fabulous. We will definatly tell our friends and family about it!

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Posted on: 2008/10/03

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Great Luau

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

We have attended other Luaus on Kauai, but this Luau exceeded all expectations. The grounds are beautiful, the food was great and the service was outstanding. There was plenty of food and drink (all you can eat/drink) and it was all delicious! The Smith family and their associates are warm, friendly and genuine. One note of caution to those with young children - the show does not begin until after dinner is over, so this could make for a long night for some little ones. My two sons (3 years and 4 months) did well and enjoyed the show, but were definitely getting a little tired toward the end. Overall, I would highly recommend this luau.

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Posted on: 2008/09/27

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Smith Luau Extraordinary

Reviewed by: Brad McRee

The Smith Luau was an overall extraordinary experience and great value. The evening begins with a tram or walking tour of Smith's Tropical Paradise. The grounds include a wide variety of birds and fish, and labelled foliage. The luau was in a covered open-air pavillion, and preceded by giving thanks for the food and asking God's blessings. The luau was served buffet style, including fish, pork, chicken and beef dishes, and a wide variety of vegetables and desserts. While eating, we were serenaded by a live band, playing traditional Hawaiian music. Following the luau, we moved to a covered open-air amphitheater for a live show, including segments depicting the many cultures of the Hawaiian islands. The staff was genuinely courteous and kind. Overall, this was a thoroughly enjoyable experience, and is highly recommended.

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Posted on: 2008/07/08

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Family Fun

Reviewed by: Quarnberg/Holdaway

We had a great time. The food was good, the gardens were amazing and the show was awesome. We would do it again no questions about it. The staff was great as well. Thanks for making are trip more amazing.

The Quarnbergs and The Holdaways

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Posted on: 2008/06/30

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Great Family Experience

Reviewed by: Sherminator

Our family loves the Smith's Family Luau--the gardens are beautiful, the food is excellent & the Smith Family is so nice. This was our 2nd time at this luau & we enjoyed it as much as the 1st. I highly recommend doing the fern grotto cruise & then the luau right after. This was a wonderful family experience!!

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Posted on: 2008/06/27

Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show

Outstanding!

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

We incredibly enjoyed this Luau! I would recommend it to everyone. The train ride and walk through the garden set the scene for a beautiful evening.

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Posted on: 2008/05/19
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