All Reviews for Dinner Experiences in Oahu

If you're wondering where to eat in Waikiki, this is a recommended spot! You can spend a high-value time here!

The venue is located outdoors in front of the "Rock-A-Hula Show" on the 4th floor of the Royal Hawaiian Center, Building B. Since it was a buffet-only course, I thought I wouldn't be able to see the show, but I was able to enjoy at least four performances right in front of me, including traditional dances, ukulele performances, and songs. (They come around between the tables and seats to showcase their talents!) The explanations are only in English, but there is a Japanese menu available! Additionally, I really felt the hospitality of the staff everywhere.

Towards the end, there was a light hula dance lesson for those who wanted to participate. (The manager himself stood in front to teach!)

Many of the dishes used local Hawaiian ingredients, and there was a pineapple on each table, plus the welcome drink, a Mai Tai cocktail, was delicious!

I think it's perfect for groups and family trips. The staff goes around asking, "Shall we take a picture?" before the buffet starts, but please note that this is an additional charge (I believe it was around $20).

ワイキキでどこで食事をしようか悩んだら、おすすめのお店です！
付加価値の高い時間が過ごせます！

会場はロイヤルハワイアンセンターのB棟4階にある「ロック・ア・フラショー」の前、屋外です。
ビュッフェのみのコースだったので、ショーは見れないな…と思っていたのですが、伝統的なダンスやウクレレの演奏、歌などを少なくとも4曲は目の前で見せていただきました。（テーブルや座席の間を行き来して披露してくれます！）
口頭は英語の説明のみですが、日本語のメニューもあります！
また、いたるところでスタッフの方々のおもてなし力をすごく感じました。

終盤には希望者を募ったフラダンスレッスンも軽く行われました。（マネージャーさん自ら先生として前に立って教えてくださいました。）

料理もハワイの地元の食材を使ったものが多く、パイナップルが各テーブルに一つあったり、ウェルカムドリンクのマイタイカクテルも美味しく頂きました！


団体やご家族での旅行にもぴったりだと思います。
「写真を撮りましょうか？」と、ビュッフェが始まる前にスタッフさんが回っているのですが、それは別料金（たしか２０ドルくらいだったかと）なのでお気を付けください。

We had a wonderful time. Great family entertainment. The food was good too. It was top notch entertainment with the local feel. Hawaii should be proud of the information given for the Polynesian culture. It was very enlightening and entertaining. I'd recommend this luau to anyone who is visiting the island. Please be kind to the staff, they are stars too. Thank you for the wonderful memories.

There is almost no support in Japanese. We participated as a family with children, but since we couldn't understand English, the kids got bored. I wouldn't recommend it if you can't speak English. Unless you really want to see the dance here, I wouldn't recommend it.

We were staying at Hilton Hawaiian Village, and there was a show available for about the same price, so I regretted not going there as it would have saved us travel time.

日本語対応はほぼありません。
家族旅行で子連れで参加しましたが、英語が理解できないので、子供もあきてしまいました。英語ができない場合はおすすめしません。　　
英語で鑑賞したい、どうしてもここのダンスをみたいという希望でなければ、おすすめしません。

ヒルトンハワイアンビレッジに泊まっており、同じくらいの値段でショーがあったので、そちらでみたら移動時間も省けたのでと後悔しました。

There was a bit of a wait for the buffet, but there were plenty of Hawaiian dishes like roast beef, teriyaki chicken, and fried fish, including lomi lomi salmon, so I was able to eat to my heart's content. The drinks were delicious too; my favorite was the lava flow. The show was a surprisingly authentic performance. The quick costume changes and powerful performances were truly amazing!

ビュッフェの待ち時間は多少ありましたが、ローストビーフや照り焼きチキン、お魚のフライ
ロミロミサーモンなどハワイらしい料理もたくさんあってお腹いっぱい食べれました。
ドリンクも美味しかったです。ラバフローがお気に入りです。
ショーは予想以上に本格的なパフォーマンスでした。皆さん早着替え、迫力あるパフォーマンス本当にすごいです…！

The vow renewal package is 100% worth it!! What an amazing experience! Captain Mike renewed our vows on the deck. The staff was amazing enough to not just capture photos but also a video which is so memorable! The food was delicious.... a 5 course meal served to us. Way to much for me to eat but totally fresh and delicious food! The staff was amazingly nice and helpful. The Polynesian show was super cool! Overall absolutely worth every cent!!!! A must do!

The Polynesian show is very impressive，all the staff on board are nice, because of the weather we didn’t saw the beautiful sunset, but we saw the rainbow. we did not like food, anyhow it is a nice journey !

The crew were both helpful and entertaining. Would definitely go out on this trip again.

I was looking for a hula dance show and found this one! The buffet and drinks were delicious, and the content of the show was very enjoyable, so I was very satisfied. However, there were two disappointing points.

The first was that there was quite a bit of time between the meeting time and when the buffet started. We had a tight schedule before, so we rushed over, but I thought it would have been fine to take our time if we had known about this gap.

The second point was that the show tickets indicated that VIP seats were on the first floor and normal seats were on the second floor, but in reality, the VIP seats were up to the 3rd and 4th rows, and everything beyond that was normal. Given the significant price difference, I wondered if the quality of the seats was really that different.

Overall, I was satisfied, but I felt that I might not have needed a VIP ticket after all.

フラダンスショーを探していて、このショーを見つけました！
ブッフェとドリンクも美味しく、ショーの内容もとても楽しくて大満足でした。
ただ、残念だった点が2点あります。
一つ目は集合時間からブッフェが始まるまでに時間がかなりあったこと。私たちは前の予定がギリギリまであったので、急いで向かいましたが、この時間があるなら急がなくて良かったなと思いました。
二つ目は、ショーのチケットはVIPが1階席、ノーマルが2階席と書いてありましたが、実際は3.4列目までがVIP、それ以降がノーマルで、こんなに価格差があるのに、それほど席のよさは変わらないかも？と思いました。
全体としては満足ですが、VIPチケットでなくてもよかったなと思うところもありました。

My family and I had a wonderful time! This was a great experience for everyone and provided a true family memory. Thank you Cheif's Luau, I really enjoyed the show you put on.

It was the first time taking my family to PCC and they enjoyed learning about the different islands and cultures. It was a fun and filled with hands on activities for any one of any age to participate in. The buffet had a lot of food to offer and the staff were friendly and accommodating. We were initially seated in the back but we had two members in our family with mobility issues and they promptly reseated us closer to the food. The show Ha was great. I have never seen a woman Samoan fire dancer and she was phenomenal.

During our honeymoon last year, I was interested in this show, and I participated during this trip. The buffet was filling, and I almost missed the desserts, so I rushed in and enjoyed them. There was also a show during the meal, with hula shows, rock shows, and fire dances on the stage, which kept us entertained one after another! Thank you very much!

昨年のハネムーン時に、こちらのショーが気になり、今回の旅行時に参加させて頂きました。
ビュッフェはお腹いっぱいになり、デザートに気付かず、慌てて駆け込み、詰め込みで堪能しました
食事中にもショーがあり、館内のステージでも
フラショーや、ロッキンショー、ファイヤーダンスと、次々と楽しませてくれる構成で楽しかったです！　有難うございました！

All the tours were awesome but the Ha Breath of Life was a great way to end the day!

The boat was a bit rocky.
The food was delicious but felt cheap.
The fireworks were amazing.
If the boat were bigger, maybe the rocking would be less.

船が少し揺れやすくよいました
ご飯はおいしかったが　安っぽかった
花火は最高でした
船が大きければ揺れは小さいのかも

The food was ok. The noodles were the best part. The entertainment wad better definately. Did not get to see as much sunset due to the mountains.

This is an experience you don't want to miss !
Crew and captain are definitely top tier !

The villages were quite a treat! Quite personal, few crowds, and thoroughly educational & entertaining!
The buffet dinner had many choices, but we were not too happy with the quality of the main dishes; beef was of low quality, somewhat tough, & often cold by the time it got to our table; chicken was again of poor quality & soaked in unusual sauces; fish likewise. Would prefer less choices & better quality! Service was good.

It was more fun than I expected.
Go, Michael!
There was also a live band, which was great.
There was even Presley, so the genre was diverse and I wasn't bored at all.

予想以上に楽しかったです。
マイケルがんばれ！
生バンドもあったのでとても良かったです。
プレスリーもいたのでジャンルが幅広く退屈しなかったです。

Cheif's Luau is a MUST DO!!! This was our favorite thing we did on our entire trip to Hawaii. If possible, pay for transportation included. The ride to the luau was fun and informative - it was like a mini tour because the guide taught us some Hawaiian words, fun facts, gavw us cultural insights, and even made jokes! This was literally the best thing ever! This is perfect for everyone! Kid friendly, but also perfect for couples and families alike. In fact, the Luau was so great that I think mostly adults would appreciate all the effort made by Cheif and Tamatoa! Best fire show also!! 10/10

This tour was truly a full day adventure! I am so happy I visited the PCC and took the time to learn more about Hawaiian culture. The family and I loved the Luau!

I participated for the first time in about 30 years. It was one of the must-do options during my long-awaited trip to Hawaii. The show did not disappoint. It was a fun time connecting with people from various countries. The buffet and drinks were also very delicious. I'm glad my daughter in her 20s enjoyed it too.

30年振り位に参加しました。
久々のハワイで外せないオプションの一つでした。
期待を裏切らないショーでした。
色んな国の方と盛り上がれて楽しいひとときでした。ビッフェ、お酒もとても美味しかったです。
20代の娘も楽しんでいてよかったです。

The food was very delicious, and the show was a lot of fun. I definitely want to come again. Thank you to everyone who took care of us.

お料理も、とても美味しかったし、ショーもとても楽しかったです。
また、是非来たいです。
お世話をして下さった皆様、ありがとうございました。

This luau was wonderful! Dinner was great, the service was well executed and we learned so much about the Polynesian culture. The show was awesome! Very talented performers who made it so much fun for everyone in attendance! This is a definite yes!!

We boarded the Star of Honolulu for a vow renewal to celebrate our 40th wedding anniversary. Forty years ago, we also participated in a dinner cruise for our honeymoon. With the captain present, we renewed our vows against the backdrop of Diamond Head! We toasted together! The captain said, "Please come back in another 20 years!" The guide spoke in Japanese and took many photos for us. The weather was great, we saw a rainbow, and the sunset was incredibly beautiful. The complimentary champagne and food were delicious, and everyone on board was lively, making it a very enjoyable time.

結婚４０周年でバウ・リニューアルでスターオブホノルル号に乗船。
４０年前にも新婚旅行でディナークルーズに参加しました。船長さんの立ち会いでダイヤモンドヘッドを背景にバウ・リニューアル！三人で乾杯！船長さんから「次２０年後に又来てください」のお言葉！案内の方が日本語でお話ししてくれ、写真もたくさん撮っていただきました。天気もよく、虹も見え、夕陽も大変綺麗でした。サービスのシャンパン、料理もおいしく、船内は皆さんノリノリでとても楽しいひとときでした。

After enjoying a buffet-style dinner, you'll be watching a show, so the time commitment will be longer. It’s better not to schedule anything else afterward. There is a roof, but since the dining is outdoors, there is no air conditioning. You can enjoy the lively atmosphere while watching hula dancing during the meal. I recommend this for your first trip to Hawaii.

ビュッフェ形式の夕食を楽しんだ後にショーを観るので拘束時間が長くなります。
次の予定は入れない方が良いでしょう。
屋根はありますが野外での食事なので空調はありません。
食事中もフラダンスも観れるので賑やかに楽しめます。
初めてのハワイ旅行でオススメします。

This time, I participated in my first trip to Hawaii with a Diamond Premier seat. With priority entry, I was able to sit right next to the stage, and it was an impressive show filled with the spirit of Hawaii! The food was also available to us first, and both the taste and portion size were great. However, everything from the entrance announcement was in English, so I couldn't understand the MC's jokes, which was a bit disappointing. It was a moment that made me realize the necessity of English conversation at my age. If the budget allows, I think it's better to participate with a Diamond Premier seat. Regular seats enter after the Diamond seats, and since the seating is further back, you can't feel the dynamism of the show.

今回は、初めてのハワイ旅行で、ダイヤモンドプレミアシートで参加させてもらいました。
優先入場で、席もステージの横で見ることができて、迫力があって、ハワイ感満載のショーでした！
料理も優先的に取ることができて、味もボリュームも問題ありませんでした。
ただ、入場案内から全て英語なので、MCのトークで笑いが起きても、理解出来ずで少し残念でした。英会話の必要性を、この年で感じた1シーンです。
予算が許すならば、ダイヤモンドプレミアで参加された方がいいと思います。レギュラーシートは入場がダイヤモンドシートのあとで、食事を取るのももあと、座席も後方なので、ショーのダイナミックさを感じることが出来ないです。

Enjoyed the show. The entertainment was very good. We paid to be picked up. I am so glad we made that decision. Traffic was bad but our driver Johnny handled it like a pro. Greg checked us in and then narrated the trip. He had a great sense of humor and made the ride very enjoyable. The chief also had a great sense of humor and made the stories very interesting. We were also surprised with flowers for our anniversary. They were all very courteous and made you feel like part of the family. We will definitely go again if we are ever back in Hawaii.

The food was a buffet, so it felt about right, but the show was amazing! I thought the wait for the food was a bit long. The show was something you have to see when you come to Hawaii; it was truly fantastic!

お料理はブッフェだしこんなもんかなー、という感じでしたが、ショーが最高でした！
料理が出てくるまでの時間が少し長かったかな、と思います。
ショーは、ハワイにきたらこれは見なきゃ！という感じで、とても最高でした！

I reserved tickets for the show on June 4th (Sunday) the night before using my smartphone and attended. The luau dance was overwhelming. In particular, the fire dance was powerful and breathtaking. There was also hula dancing, and we enjoyed a packed show. The leader's talk was witty and engaging, and he was great at keeping everyone entertained for a long time.

Both my wife and I were very satisfied with the show itself, but we hope for some improvements in the dinner. However, I also think that unless it's a hotel luau dinner show on Oahu, one shouldn't expect much from the food. The dishes listed on the menu were indeed available, but they were served in the typical Hawaiian white plastic containers where everyone serves themselves (similar to the buffet style at Japanese hotel breakfast venues where you line up and walk while picking up food). The quality and taste of the food are best not to be expected too highly. Please consider the show as the main attraction and the dinner as just an addition.

6/4（日）のショーを前日の夜、スマートフォンで予約して参加しました。
ルアウの踊りは圧倒的でした。特に、火の舞は、迫力があり、息をのむほど。
フラダンスもありで、盛沢山のショーを楽しみました。リーダーのトークも軽妙洒脱で、皆を乗せるのがうまく、長い時間を飽きさせない人でした。
妻も私もショー自体にはとても満足しましたが、夕ご飯はもう少し改善してほしいところです。ただ、オアフ島では、ホテルのフラダンス・ディナーショーでもなければ、食べ物に期待してはいけないのだろうとも思います。メニューに書いてあった料理が確かにありましたが、ハワイ特有の白いプラケースに各自が取るスタイルで（日本のホテルのバイキング／ブッフェスタイルの朝食会場で列を作って歩きながら料理をとるパターン）、料理の品質・味は、期待しない方が良いです。あくまでも、ショーがメインで、夕ご飯は付け足し程度に考えてください。

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The Starlight Luau changed locations since the last time we visited Hawaii, which made the experience more intimate and explosive. Our family felt like they were a part of the show. The food was exquisite, and the dancers were more than entertainers; they passionately expressed their culture and made you feel like family.