Oahu · DINNER EXPERIENCES
Good dinner experiences fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Review of Oahu’s Star of Honolulu sunset dinner cruise, with lobster, steak, Hawaiian entertainment, coastal views, costs, and practical tips.
“Food was top notch show was amazing only downside was no sunset. Unfortunately for us but everything else was top notch good”
Review of Ka Moana Luau at Aloha Tower, with Polynesian dances, fire show, cultural activities, buffet dinner, drinks, and practical booking tips.
“We had the best food and the best family bonding. The food was delicious and we had a great taste of real Hawaiian culture. The fire show was our favorite and the interactive portion where we learned to hula. This is the Luau I would recommend to anyone”
Honolulu sunset dinner cruise review with Waikiki and Diamond Head views, fresh onboard meals, BYOB rules, practical tips, and serious reliability concerns.
“Entertainment was radio Dinner was good, but too sea sick to enjoy Staff said they would be right back and took a very long time. Forgot us a couple times “I’ll be right back with you cheesecake” didn’t come back.”
Cruise past Oahu at sunset with a Pacific Rim buffet, Mai Tai, live show, panoramic decks, and Friday fireworks from Honolulu's Aloha Tower.
“Loved the beautiful sunset , food was excellent and well prepared , the entertainment was to the Luau theme in Hawaii , service was excellent , a must see !!!”
Review of Queens Waikiki Luau, with buffet dinner, cultural activities, shell lei, Polynesian dancing, and fire knife show in central Waikiki.
“It was canceled. Waiting on refund. There was a tsunami warning and the laua was canceled. Did not get email until we were already on our way there. The whole island shut down. There was no food or drinks anywhere.”
Review the Mauka Warriors Luau on Oahu, with Polynesian food, hands-on activities, warrior history, fire dancing, views, and free photos.
“The experience was amazing! The show was so beautiful and funny 🤩”
Review the Honolulu sunset dinner cruise with Friday fireworks, BYOB drinks, Waikiki views, menu details, seating tips, and key drawbacks.
“Boat broke down and did not find out till it was too late to find another boat and have to wait on our money back”
Review the Nova Five Star Sunset Dinner and Jazz cruise on Oahu, with lobster, tenderloin, live music, Waikiki views, and Friday fireworks.
“The cruise was exceptional! We did the 5 star and it was incredible. The food was fresh and cooked perfectly. The service and entertainment were top notch. I was sceptical of a cruise at first but this one changed my mind. It was elegant and refined. The ship had a 60’s vibe that we absolutely loved. I would highly recommend the 5 star section.”
Germaine’s Oahu luau pairs a beachside setting with Hawaiian food, island dances, fire-knife performances, and an underground pig ceremony.
“The luau provided an excellent experience from beginning to end with great entertainment and delicious food. We appreciated the intimate atmosphere due to the smaller group size, which allowed for more personalized service. The event was well-organized, including convenient pick-up and drop-off services.”
Review of Nā Lei Aloha Luau in Waikiki, with lei greeting, cocktails, Hawaiian music, hula, sunset views, and optional premium dinner.
“Everything was just wonderful. The only thing that could be improved would be you kidnapping me and keeping me on this beautiful island”
Watch Waikiki fireworks from a smooth catamaran with sunset views, two drinks, island-style bento fare, and Diamond Head scenery.
“Very welcoming, friendly service! The food was delicious! My family and I had a great time plus we met and chatted with some awesome people! Thank you for a beautiful night!!”
Review of Gunstock Ranch’s private Oahu sunset horseback ride, with a fireside dinner, local food, guide tips, horse limits, and booking advice.
“We really enjoyed our ride with Devin to up to the top of the Ranch. The dinner was tasty and the view was splendid. Our guide was very nice and helpful. You can tell they take take really good care of the horses too :)”
Sail from Waikiki for a five-course lobster and steak dinner, sunset views of Diamond Head, live Hawaiian music, jazz, and a large cultural show.
“I enjoyed it, our server seemed a bit scatter brained and the tables were definitely set up in a way that was not ideal for where we were sitting. But the upper deck of the boat was really nice and seeing the sky and the coast from the boat as the sun went down was super beautiful. The food was really good. I think the circumstances of seating location and the server being a bit overwhelmed was probably the worst part of it.”
Review of Oahu's Chief's Luau, with Hawaiian food, hands-on activities, Chief Sielu's fire knife show, and practical booking tips.
“Host was funny, educational, yet caring. Offered plenty of interactive activities So we can experience the Hawaiian hospitality It was definitely a memorable experience!”
Take a private off-road sunset ride at Gunstock Ranch, then enjoy a catered dinner by the campfire with wide Oahu views.
“Everything about this outing was totally AWESOME. Hannah is GREAT and knowledgeable about the areas she took us too. The dinner was EXCELLENT!!! Very impressed with how everything was ready and set up for us. The birthday girl was in awe of everything!!!!! I would definitely do another tour/outing here. Both girls had their first experiences of a lot of things they never did as a kid and it was great seeing the smiles on their faces. A MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE!!!!”
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