All Reviews for Food & Dining Experiences

Uncle Billy and Brother Ross were knowledgeable about Island history, geography, and culture. We learned, explored, and laughed a ton. We especially liked the added stops along the way. The day went quick, we were on and off the bus frequently.

I'm glad I was able to participate in the tour.

The guide, Kanako, was bright and fun, and her explanations during the tour were easy to understand. She was also attentive to everyone in the group, which left a very good impression.

I enjoyed eating the shrimp from Kahuku, malasadas, coffee, and other things I wanted to try. There were no issues with restroom breaks, and I had a great time. If I had one complaint, it would be that the time in Haleiwa was short—about 30 minutes, I think? I was disappointed that I couldn't visit all the shops I wanted to, so I feel a bit regretful about Haleiwa.

ツアーに参加出来て良かったです

ガイドのカナコさんも明るい楽しい方でツアー中の
説明も分かり易く参加の皆さんに気配りも出来ていて
とても良い印象の感想です

カフクの海老、マラサダ、珈琲等、食べたい物を食べ
心配のトイレ休憩も問題なく楽しい時間が過ごせました。
欲をいえば、ハレイワの時間が短く30分位でしたでしょうか？
見たいお店を回れずに残念でしたのでハレイワのみ
心残りがある感じです

When you go to the reception at check-in time, you are first seated at a long table outside. The spacing between the chairs is a bit tight, so it feels like you're crammed in among strangers.

You receive a complimentary welcome drink, along with two free drink vouchers (you can choose whether they include alcohol). The meals are served buffet-style, and there were also some light entertainment during the meal. The taste was average, but the drinks (cocktails) were delicious.

Before long, we were guided inside the venue to watch the show, and finally, it was time for the Hawaiian show.

It started with hula dancing, followed by impersonations of Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson, and Diana Ross, and there was also a fire dance. The quality of the show was high, and I really enjoyed it.

チェックインタイムに受け付けに行くと、まず外にある長いテーブルに座らされます。椅子の間隔がやや狭いので、知らない人の中に詰め込まれる感じです。

無料のウェルカムドリンク、それとは別にドリンク２杯の無料券がもらえます(アルコール有無が選択できる)。
食事はビッフェ形式で、食事中もちょっとした余興がありました。お味は普通かな。飲み物(カクテル)は、美味しかったです。

そうこうしているうちに、ショーを見るために館内へ入るように案内され、いよいよハワイアンショーです。

フラダンスに始まり、エルビス・プレスリー、マイケル・ジャクソン、ダイアナ・ロスのそっくりさんショーがあり、ファイアーダンスもありました。ショーの完成度は高く楽しめました。

We were picked up promptly and driver very informative. Dropped off on time to do our event. Upon completion driver there with our fresh malasadas. Then took us and got us seated for our açaí bowls. Came back, on schedule, an hour later and then dropped us back off at our hotel. All so perfectly done and what a pleasant driver.

It was held inside the hotel.
They welcomed us with leis, and it was a fun time.
The food was also very filling, and the show was impressive.

ホテル内で開催されていました。
レイでお出迎えしてくれて楽しいひと時。
ご飯もボリューム満点でショーも見応えがあった。

Michael Jackson was terrible.
He was overweight, danced poorly, and lip-synced.
I wonder what he was trying to do—was there a lack of talent?
There was no emotion or satisfaction.

マイケルジャクソン酷過ぎ
太めで、ダンスが下手で口パク
何がしたいのだろう　人材不足？
感動も満足感もなし

It was a wonderful show.
The performance was amazing, and of course, the singing and dancing were top-notch.
It was a fusion of hula and rock.

素晴らしいショーでした。
演奏も素晴らしく、勿論歌やダンスも最高でした。
フラとロックの融合です。

First, we filled our stomachs at the buffet, then moved on to the hall where the showtime began. Although Michael was a bit small and chubby, he was impressive with his dancing and singing.

最初にビュッフェでお腹を満たして、移動し、ホールでショータイムが始まります。
ちょっと、小さくてぽっちゃりのマイケルだったけど、踊りも歌もうまくて感動しました。

The Island and You tour was AMAZING. Uncle Billy was our tour guide and he was the BEST. He had fantastic energy, awesome personality, and he made the day so fun!!! The tour gave us greater insight into the culture and people of Hawaii, creating a deeper appreciation for the beauty around us. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

The show and entertainment were amazing, but the vegan options for food were surprisingly underwhelming.

I had a great time with the show, which featured a variety of attractions like Michael, an Elvis impersonator, Hawaiian dance, and fire dance, keeping us entertained throughout. It's also within walking distance from the Hilton, making it a nice stroll. As a bonus, it includes a buffet. With the group, there were quite a number of people, seated at long tables of about ten. Since everything is in English, if you can communicate to some extent, you can enjoy conversations with the guests next to you. I had some light conversations with a family from the mainland. Their daughter was adorable. One downside is that there is quite a bit of time to wait for the buffet, making it a bit challenging to pass the time.

マイケル、プレスリーのそっくりさん、ハワイアンダンス、ファイアーダンスなど、次から次のアトラクションで、飽きさせない構成のショーで、十分に楽しめました。また、ヒルトンからも歩いていける距離なので、お散歩がてらにもよかったです。おまけと言っては何ですが、ビュッフェ付きです。団体さんも含めるとかなりの人数。順番に10人程度の長テーブル単位。すべて英語ですので、ある程度コミュニケーションできるとお隣のお客さんとも会話を楽しめるかと思います。私は、本土からのご家族とたわいのない会話。娘さんがかわいかったです。ビュッフェの順番まで時間が結構ありますので、時間つぶすのが難点です。

It might always be like this, but perhaps due to the year-end usage, it was very crowded. The atmosphere was a bit awkward throughout because various groups were mixed at the long table for meals. When seated, the pineapple set on the table gave off a vibe of "please share it among yourselves," which further intensified the awkwardness. The taste of the buffet was just okay. During the meal, cast members performing hula and playing the ukulele came around to each table, but if you're looking for something more substantial, this might not be the place for you. After the meal, we moved to the theater to watch a show, which was probably of high quality (the American guests were really excited about the Elvis and MJ impersonations), but it felt more like an impersonation show and lacked the Hawaiian vibe, which was disappointing.

いつもこうなのかもしれないが、年末の利用ということもあったせいかとても混雑していた。食事がロングテーブルに色々なグループが混雑しているため終始少し気まずい空気。着席時にテーブルにセットされてたパイナップルはこの辺りの人で適当に分けてねという感じで気まずい空気に更に拍車が掛かる。肝心のビュッフェの味はまあまあ。食事中にフラ踊るやウクレレ演奏するキャストが各テーブルを回って来るがしっかりとしたものを見たい人はココじゃなくても良いかも。食事の後、シアターに移動して観るショーはクオリティは高いのだろうが（アメリカ人っぽいお客さんはエルヴィスとかMJのモノマネでとても盛り上がっていたので）モノマネショーがメインといった感じでハワイっぽさはあまりないのが残念。

The restaurant at the Outrigger Reef Hotel has a lovely pool. Families are smiling while watching their children play in the pool. It's a wonderfully warm atmosphere with live music, making it a great space for both adults and kids to enjoy. The meals and drinks served in this setting are delightful. I'm really glad I made a reservation!

アウトリガーリーフホテルの素敵なプールにあるレストラン。
周りでは、子供たちをプールで遊ばせてそれを見ながら微笑んでる家族。
なんともほんわかした雰囲気の中、生ライブもあって大人も子供も楽しめるような素敵な空間です。そんな中で食べるお食事や楽しめるお酒など。
ほんと予約して良かったと思います！！

If you've seen some Polynesian shows, you should definitely check this one out. It's casual and fun!

幾つかのポリネシアンショーを鑑賞された方は、是非鑑賞してみてはいかがでしょうか。カジュアルで楽しいですよ。

Thanks to our tour guide AYC Kanako, it was a very enjoyable tour. I participated because there were many places I was visiting for the first time, and it was really great. I also enjoyed the conversations with our fellow tour guide Billy. Thank you very much. If I have the opportunity, I would like to join other tours as well.

ツアーガイドAYC Kanakoさんのおかげで非常に楽しいツアーとなりました。初めて廻る場所が多かったので参加しましたがとても良かったです。同じツアーガイドのビリーさんとの会話も楽しかったです。ありがとうございました。また機会ありましたら他のツアーにも参加したいと思います。

The guidance to the buffet seating and the distribution of drinks were extremely rough. There was no difference from the VIP experience. If it were like this, only the show would be good.

ビュッフェの席への案内、ドリンクの配布など、極めて粗雑。VIPとの差もなし。
これたったらショーだけが良い。

I watched the Hilton's luau show for the first time in a while. I made a reservation for an event during Christmas in Hawaii after three years. I felt like there weren't many Japanese people there yet. The show had great seating and was wonderful. The food was satisfying for me, especially since I had been lacking vegetables since coming to Hawaii.

ひさびさにヒルトンのルアウショーを観ました。
3年ぶりのハワイでクリスマスに何かイベントをと思って予約しました。
日本人はまだあまりいなかったような気がします。
ショーはお席もよく、素敵なものでした。
お食事もハワイに来て野菜不足だったので、わたし的には満足です

I attended with my 4-year-old daughter. The buffet was lavish, and the roast beef was especially delicious. There was also a simple hula lesson, which my daughter really enjoyed!

４歳の娘と参加しました。
ビュッフェも豪華で、ローストビーフが特に美味しかったです。簡単なフラレッスンもあり、娘もとても楽しんでいました！

The dining area and the theater are at the same floor , the 4th floor of the shopping mall building. It is very close to the Waikiki Beach. We can just walk from our hotel, which is very convenient. The buffet has ube bread, salads, fish filet, steamed ube and yam, pastas, BBQ beef and etc. and the amazing food is pork and Traditional Hawaiian Kalua pig. The chef helped to cut the entire pig. The crispy pig skin is really good. I love it. And the coconut pudding is also delicious. And dinner, we watched the show. I thought it’s the show all about traditional Hawaii dance. However, it also has they music of Elvis Aaron Presley and Michael Jackson. The singers are amazing. I love the show, too.

I made a reservation for the first night in Hawaii. No one was wearing masks outdoors. The atmosphere was very Hawaiian, and sitting right in front of the stage, I could feel the waves and enjoy the live Hawaiian music and singing. It truly made me feel like I was in Hawaii! It was also nice that the artists were not young but rather had a certain presence, being a bit older. The food was decent, and the staff was friendly, making it a wonderful experience overall.

ハワイ初日の夜に予約。
マスクは屋外でみなつけてません。
ハワイらしい雰囲気、ステージすぐ前の席で波の音とハワイアンミュージックの生演奏と生の歌声であぁハワイにきたー！という実感がしみじみ。アーティストが若手ではなく貫禄あるややシニアの方々なのもまた良かった。料理もまずまず、スタッフも親切で最高です。

Thank you, Kanako and Kela.
I was truly never bored from start to finish. Your talks were packed with information, and I had a wonderful time throughout.
In the morning, I had malasadas, and for lunch, I enjoyed the garlic shrimp from FUMIS that I had wanted to try for a long time, traditional poi, and local fruits. At the famous spots, I saw Chinaman's Hat and Halona Blowhole, among others...
While swaying on the bus and gazing at the scenery outside, we suddenly stopped. On the sandy beach, there was something that looked like a thick piece of driftwood... Upon closer inspection, I couldn't believe my eyes—there was a Hawaiian monk seal lying there! I often see honu, but to encounter a Hawaiian monk seal was such a stroke of luck. I really felt grateful for participating in this tour.
Finally, we visited Pohaku Lanai. This place is absolutely essential for me for various reasons. I'm truly thankful for the stop here.
This tour was filled with so much content, and your talks were equally rich. I plan to definitely join this tour again next time.
Kanako and Kela, I look forward to seeing you again then.

Kanako and Kelaさん、
ありがとうございました。
最初から最後まで本当に退屈しませんでした。お二人のトークには盛りだくさんの情報がつまっており、終始楽しい時間を過ごさせていただきました。
朝は、マラサダ、昼食は、以前から食べたかったFUMISのガーリックシュリンプ、伝統食のポイや地元の果物屋さん、名所ではチャイナマンズハット、ハロナ潮吹き岩などなど・・・。
暫しバスに揺られながら外の景色を眺めていると突然停車。砂浜には太い流木のような物が・・・。よく見てみると、なっ、なっ、なんとハワイアンモンクシールが横たわっているではありませんか。ホヌはよく見かけるのですが、ハワイアンモンクシールに出会えるとは、なんと幸運なことでしょう。このツアーに参加して本当に良かったと思いました。
最後は、ポハクラナイ（Pohaku Lanai）です。ここは私にとっていろいろな意味で絶対外せない場所です。立ち寄っていただき本当に感謝しています。
このようにこのツアーは内容が盛りだくさん、お二人のトークも盛りだくさんでした。次回もこのツアーに絶対参加しようと予定に入れています。
Kanako and Kelaさん、その時にまたお会いしましょう。

There is no attendant at the meeting place, so I had to check in by myself at the check-in counter by showing my voucher. However, I was informed that my reservation wasn't properly reflected, which left me confused. In the end, it took quite a bit of time, and I managed to get in by sending a photo of the voucher. It was awkward since there were a lot of people lined up behind me.

The food was delicious, so I was satisfied. However, every time I ordered a drink other than the initial welcome Mai Tai, I had to pay with a credit card, which was a hassle. They don't accept cash, so a credit card is a must.

It seems that the performers change depending on the day, and on my day, it was only Elvis. I would have liked to see Michael too. If you like Elvis or Michael, you might enjoy it.

集合場所に特にアテンドの方はいないので、自分でチェックインカウンターでバウチャーを見せてチェックイン。と思いきや予約がうまく反映されていないと伝えられて困惑。結局かなり時間がかかってバウチャーの写真を送ることでなんとか入れてもらいました。後ろにかなり人が並んでいて気まずかった。
料理は美味しかったので満足です。ただ、最初のウェルカムマイタイ1杯以外のドリンクを頼む時、いちいちクレカでの決済が必要で面倒だった。現金は受け取らないとのことで、クレカ必須です。
ショーは日によって出演者は違うようで、私の日はエルビスオンリーでした。マイケルも見たかった。エルビスやマイケルが好きな人は楽しめるかな。

I went on a tour that roughly covered the eastern and northern tips of Oahu, taking me to places I wouldn't have been able to visit on my own. Our guide, Billy, was fluent in Japanese and very entertaining, making sure to take care of us, which made for an incredibly fun day.

オアフの東先端と北先端までざっくり回るツアーで自分ではなかなか行けれない所に連れて行ってもらいました。またガイドのビリーさんが日本語が堪能でとても面白く、いろいろ気遣いもしてくれて最高に楽しい1日になりました。

After enjoying the dinner buffet, I attended the hula show. Since there were nearly 700 guests, it took a bit of time for my turn to come, but there was plenty of food prepared, so nothing ran out. The show featured a content that conveyed the history of Hawaiian music, along with performers who looked and sounded just like Elvis and Michael Jackson. I was satisfied to enjoy the hula show, especially since I was unsure about dinner.

夕食ビュッフェを最初に頂いてからフラショーの観賞でした。
ビュッフェは700人近くいるお客さんなので、順番が回ってくるまでやや時間が掛かりましたが料理も十分用意されているので無くなることはありません。
ショーはハワイミュージックの歴史を感じる内容とエルビス、マイケルジャクソンといった見た目も歌声もそっくりなショースタッフの出演でした。
夕食に迷っていた事もありフラショーを一緒に楽しめて満足です。

The meal included delicious options like pork, roast beef, and was very filling! It was great that we could enjoy a variety of meats, fish, and vegetables. The juice was also tasty! During the meal, we were able to watch an aloha dance, and the music created a wonderful atmosphere while we ate! The show featured a whirlwind of dances to various songs, allowing us to really feel the essence of Hawaii, and I was extremely satisfied! It was especially exciting when songs I knew played, which doubled the fun!

ご飯は豚のお肉に、ローストビーフ、美味しいものばかりでボリュームも満点でした！お肉にお魚に野菜に満遍なくいろんな種類を取れるところもよかったです。ジュースも美味しかったです！またご飯の時も、アロハダンスが見られて、音楽がかかって良い雰囲気の中で、ご飯を食べる方ができました！ショーは怒涛の流れでいろんな曲の踊りが見られて、たくさんハワイを感じられて、大満足でしたっ！特に知ってる曲が流れた時には楽しさ倍増でした！

I and my family attended this activity on December 1, 2022. We had a great experience. The food and drinks were delicious. The service was great. Everyone was nice and friendly. The show was outstanding. All the staff and performers did a fantastic job to ensure we had a great time. We enjoyed the experience very much. We recommend this activity to anyone who is thinking about attending a luau in Oahu. The location of this activity is in Waikiki which is very convenient for us. If you are staying in Waikiki, you should definitely give this activity a try.

It was my first time visiting Hawaii and I wanted to watch a hula show. After doing some research, I chose Rock-A-Hula among others because of the location. It was located in the heart of Waikiki so I didn't have to worry about driving and another parking fees. The show is overall great, but I can't really say the same about the sound quality. It's not about the performance quality, but more of a sound system they have in the theatre. I'm a musician myself and may be little sensitive than musician, most people wouldn't tell the difference. (In fact, my parents really loved it). You could see many talented dancers and singers perform and it was the bomb. I highly recommend it!

The food was amazing for a buffet. The welcome cocktail was delicious. I would recommend getting the fish and the pork. The desert was also delicious!

The show was awesome and the drinks during the show were strong. I really liked the music and the performers! There is not a bad seat in the house! The Elvis impersonator was awesome! He should be in a Vegas show! Michael Jackson could of been a little bit better but he was still good.

Our server Kyle was excellent and was awesome during the show!

They do have an after party with good music that goes late into the night.

I would recommend getting their early to get a better seat and to be able to get food first.

This is the best luau on Oahu and would recommend this show to everyone. We will definitely be back for the great food, awesome entertainment and superior hospitality.

Aloha!

I made a reservation to see a hula show on my last night in Hawaii. The venue was just the right size, and I was able to see it up close. There were hula performances by different age groups and special appearances by celebrities, which made it very enjoyable. The food was plentiful, with lots of meat! The fruits and desserts were also delicious.

ハワイの最後の夜にフラのショーを見たくて予約しました。
会場もちょうど良い規模感で目の前で見れました。
年代別のフラのショーや有名人の演出などなどありとても楽しかったです。
お料理もお肉がたくさんでボリューム満点！
フルーツとデザートも美味しかったです。

The food was delicious, and I felt that the tasty dishes were truly enjoyable. The chicken and pork had strong flavors, but I found them to be delicious! Since it was a buffet, I could take only what I wanted, which was just right. The desserts were especially tasty and featured Hawaiian-style cuisine. During the buffet, the dancers kept the atmosphere lively, which was fun. We moved to a hall in the same building for the show, where we enjoyed an authentic hula while reflecting on Hawaii's history. There were some songs in the impersonation show that I didn't quite understand, but each song was short, so I was able to enjoy it without getting bored. I experienced this with my husband on our honeymoon, and we both had a great time! However, since the seats are close together, it's necessary for everyone to take their own infection prevention measures. Also, the indoor areas in Hawaii are air-conditioned, so I recommend bringing something to wear over your clothes. I found a light cardigan to be just right! Thank you for the wonderful experience!

食事はおいしいものはおいしいと言った感じです
特にチキンや豚は味が濃いですが私はおいしかったです！
バイキングなので欲しいものだけ取ることができたので丁度よかったです
特にデザートが美味しく、ハワイらしい料理でした
バイキング中もダンサーさんが盛り上げてくれて楽しかったです
ショーは同じ館内のホールに移動してハワイの歴史を振り返りながら本格的なフラを見ました
モノマネショーはよく分からない曲もありましたがどの曲も短く飽きが来なかったので楽しく見ることができました
今回ハネムーンで夫と体験しましたが2人とも楽しめました！
ただ席が近いので感染対策は各自で行う必要があります
あとハワイの室内はエアコンがきいているので羽織るものを持参した方がオススメです
私は薄手のカーディガンが丁度よかったです！
楽しい体験をありがとうございました