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All Reviews for Luau Dinner Show & Entertainment in Kauai
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Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance
Luau (not on a beach)
Reviewed by: Colorado
Entertainment was great! Everyone was very nice. Pictures were awesome. It was not all you could eat and drink. The food was cafeteria style and put away before we could get seconds. Desert was basic. Not at all what we expected at a luau.
Where is the pig on a spit?? Fresh fruits and vegetables from the island?
Definitely should’ve done more research before attending a Luau. If you want a Beach Luau, this is not the one for you. If you wanna plantation in Luau, where the people are friendly, and the food is average, this is your place!
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| Packages: | Standard Hawaiian Package (with Hanalei & Princeville Transportation) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/09/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/09/12 |
Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance
Wonderful luau
Reviewed by: Sharon Blackwood
Perfect night. Seating was good, the variety of food was plentiful and delicious. The show was great. Very beautifully done. Loved the story of the love a father has for his daughter and interesting history of the island. Marvelous performances, great fire dances, wonderful cast. Recommend to everyone.
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| Packages: | Hawaiian Package: Standard Seating |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/08/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/08/21 |
Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance
Amazing Event
Reviewed by: Kara
Grounds the luau takes place on is breathtaking- my favorite luau on all islands.
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| Packages: | Hawaiian Package: Standard Seating |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/08/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/07/14 |
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
Excellent 10 out of 10
Reviewed by: Etcheverry
So good highly recommend great food, amazing show, loved it all!
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| Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/08/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/08/02 |
Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance
Great family evening.
Reviewed by: Kara
Loved this event and so did my daughters- the hula dancing is simply gorgeous and unforgettable.
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| Packages: | Hawaiian Package: Standard Seating |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/07/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/06/16 |
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
Great cultural experience
Reviewed by: Angie
Beautiful venue, dancing, music, and storytelling. All the performers were very talented. We enjoyed the show - it was a great way to spend our last evening in Kauai.
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| Packages: | Show Only Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/07/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/07/11 |
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
Best all around
Reviewed by: Kimberly Tan
We have been to several luaus on different islands. The total experience here from start to finish was excellent. The grounds are beautiful with a lot of great photo opportunities and the food was surprisingly delicious! The drinks were tasty and they kept them coming. The show was not only entertaining with traditional components but had a flare of different cultures that really added to the experience! Absolutely a must when choosing which luau to attend. I was worried when the price was significantly more affordable but wow was I ever so happy with my choice. Would definitely recommend!!
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| Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/07/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/07/05 |
Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance
Good Evening
Reviewed by: Kara
Wish they had a greeting better, but the authentic show was really great.
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| Packages: | Hawaiian Package: Standard Seating |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/07/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/05/09 |
Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance
Amazing!!!
Reviewed by: Vanessa
Great show , amazing time, kids had fun getting tattoos , drinks were great , food Can be a bit better other than that . Great time .
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| Packages: | Gold Package: Premium Seating |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2023/06/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/06/26 |
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
Exciting Show
Reviewed by: Gage
Staff did a wonderful job. Beautiful lush garden setting. Tram and set up was wonderful. Just paid for the show -- best deal on the island. Seemed like a few dancers at different parts of the show forgot what they were doing. It was actually kind of laughable. Other than that, all-in-all it was a good time.
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| Packages: | Show Only Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/05/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/05/22 |
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
Highlight of our trip
Reviewed by: JAV
This was my first luau and I was impressed! We had a very nice cruise to the fern grotto first which seamlessly ended right before the luau entrance time began. The location from the dock to the entrance was also very close by. The whole evening was seamlessly organized. We had a time to get there, get cocktails, watch the unearthing of the pig, then get the buffet. They let people know when to go to the buffet so it wasn’t a swarm. Love the limited open bar as well! People also were handing out drinks on trays so the bar line wasn’t an issue. I am vegetarian and since I specified ahead of time they gave a separate plate as well for me. The plate seems to be suitable for vegans as well. I was so full! I like the high chair for my toddler because it has a good table for him that was also removable. There is also an orchid garden and other gardens to walk or take a tram around to see. The show was also spectacular. Great transitions and dancing! Mahalo for a great night!
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| Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2023/05/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/05/22 |
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
Great and affordable show for a family of 5.
Reviewed by: Pilar
Our family booked the show only option and we had a wonderful time!
The performance was really colorful and the live music was a plus. The place is really pretty and well kept. All the people there were really nice! I highly recommend the experience. (We didn't do the whole Luau since we are vegan and we figured the meal experience wasn't for us)
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| Packages: | Show Only Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/05/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/05/17 |
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
Smith’s Luau
Reviewed by: Janine V.
A beautiful property and well organized event. Everyone was friendly, the food was delicious and the show was spectacular! You can’t visit Kauai without attending Smith’s Tropical Paradise.
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| Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2023/05/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/05/15 |
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
Well put together production!
Reviewed by: Gary & Becky
Great location for a Luau. On the beach, cultural events, beautiful sunset, good food, talented performers. Great show!
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| Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/05/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/27 |
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
Fun
Reviewed by: Ana
Good show, just make sure you take bug spray, mosquitoes out in force.
Wonderful Performers, we all had fun and would go again.
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| Packages: | Show Only Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/31 |
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
Great time!!
Reviewed by: Mcdaniel
Amazing dinner and company thanks for the amazing entertainment
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| Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2023/03/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/27 |
Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance
great night of entertainment
Reviewed by: Connie
The performance was very entertaining and professional. The only issue I had was not being able to clearly hear the moderator who was on stage and telling the story. I had to read the details on the brochure to know what was going on. But the show was great and we also enjoyed the grounds and the vendors who were outside.
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| Packages: | Hawaiian Package: Standard Seating |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/03/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/02/21 |
Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance
Server issues - good show
Reviewed by: Davis Family of 10
The Luau event location where we ate and viewed the show was all under roof - very large roof. There is not a bad seat in the place with excellent viewing. The 3-man band for our show was outstanding! They wove the dancing and other acts into an historical account which added interest to the hula and fire dancing. Great costumes and enthusiasm from the performers. The food was medium grade with the desserts below medium grade. The process to be seated was an issue with us as a server is supposed to take you after checking in to your table. No server did that for us. Hence after everyone had been served their salads we noticed nobody brought us a salad. Their head server said since we were not seated properly we were not known to the servers as to who would be serving our table. That was a really bad answer to blame us for their mistake. Once they brought us our salad, they almost immediately were asking us to go through the buffet line for the main course and servers were asking for our unfinished salad plates. Other than this server issue, the venue and show was very good.
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| Packages: | Hawaiian Package: Standard Seating |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2023/03/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/07 |
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
Great food, great show!
Reviewed by: kmarquez
The food was probably the best on the island! I 100% recommend this luau! The venue itself is gorgeous and they let you wander around until the event starts so definitely get there a little early, it's worthwhile! The show itself was great as well.
Don't miss out, definitely a must when in Kauai!
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| Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/03/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/01 |
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
True family atmosphere
Reviewed by: A visitors dream
The tour of the property was phenomenal! Such a warm and engaging family. The food was top notch and the show was beautiful. Highly recommend Smiths Family Luau!! My husband and I truly enjoyed the experience!
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| Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/03/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/02 |
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
Beautiful property, Excellent Food. Show Is Lacking.
Reviewed by: Yuchen
Really fun Luau!
GLOWS:
- Beautiful property. Got to see a peacock open its tail -Lots of great picture spots on the property.
- The food was delicious!! I finally got to try all the traditional Hawaiian food in one place. Things that I didn't get to order in the restaurants, I got here. And it was All You Can Eat which is always amazing. There was no shortage of food for sure. Since they gave you a ton of time (I think an hour?) to eat, you can take your time and go back for 2nd's or 3rd's. (All you can drink drinks but I don't drink alcohol so I enjoyed their juices which were great too!).
- Pig Ceremony!! I got to see them dig out the pig and see the whole thing. It felt special as Mr. Smith explained all that was happening.
- Good singing and hula dancing! Get on the stage and shake your booty!!
- Fire dancer in the show was great!
- This is a family run operation and we were told there were 3 generations on the property!! Keep it up!
- I appreciated the shout outs for all the celebrations that everyone was doing. From Birthdays to Anniversaries and everything in between. One big party!
GROWS:
- Honestly, a Luau is part food and part show and the show was really just lacking. There was no spirit in the performers. I'm not sure if they were bored/tired of doing it night after night or what but I felt almost bad for them(mainly the ladies). The crew was small so they had to do a lot of different dances with the same performers, there was no energy or spirit in any of the dances. Favorite part was definitely the Fire dancer - he was fantastic. The guys also carried a lot more energy than the ladies. I do appreciate the way they tried to incorporate different cultural dances into the show but they all started to look the same after one or two dances. I would've left halfway through the show if it weren't for the fire dancer at the end.
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| Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/02/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/02/09 |
Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance
Fun
Reviewed by: Good time!
Good time! This was my first Luau, and it was very enjoyable. Very professional establishment and they put the dinner and show on without a glitch.
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| Packages: | Hawaiian Package: Standard Seating |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/01/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/01/20 |
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
Wonderful evening!
Reviewed by: Joanne P
Everything about this experience was perfect! The grounds are so beautiful. The food was very good and plentiful, as were the drinks! The show was great and I like that it was presented separately from dinner in their amphitheater. Everyone was very welcoming in the true spirit of Aloha!
Over the years, I have attended several luaus in Hawaii, at different venues on 3 of the islands and the Smith Family Luau on Kauai was by far the best!! I’m so glad that when I was researching which luau to choose that I chose them! My husband, our son, our daughter and her fiancé, and I want to extend a huge mahalo to the Smith Family for a wonderful evening!
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| Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/01/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/12/19 |
Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance
Go for the show not the food!
Reviewed by: MSC
Pro: sensational show!
Con: rushed diner and so-so food
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| Packages: | Hawaiian Package: Standard Seating |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/01/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/01/03 |
Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance
Awesome Evening
Reviewed by: Kara
Great evening, there is lots to do and learn on the plantation before the show even begins!
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| Packages: | Standard Hawaiian Package (with Poipu Transportation) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/12/02 |
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
Above and beyond expectations.
Reviewed by: Jason V
The Smith Family are true Hawaiians. Reasonably priced and gave their all. Best family experience of our trip. Mahalo Smith Family for a memorable experience. A must when coming to Kauai
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| Packages: | Show Only Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/12/19 |
Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance
An Evening to Remember!
Reviewed by: Kara
The train ride was so fun, definitely add this on as you get more of the experience of the plantation!
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| Packages: | Hawaiian Package: Standard Seating |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/21 |
Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance
Lovely Evening!
Reviewed by: Kara
Lots of experience filled and learning through the night!
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| Packages: | Hawaiian Package: Standard Seating |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/14 |
Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance
A great luau!
Reviewed by: Kara
Seems like the only big luau on Kauai, and it is beautiful! Make sure to add the train ride!
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| Packages: | Hawaiian Package: Standard Seating |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/10/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/27 |
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
colorful, lively, exciting show
Reviewed by: Ellen
We saw the show only and loved it! The dancing was exciting and engaging. the costumes were beautiful. The fire show at the end was worth waiting for! We sat in the front row. All the seats have a great view and are very comfortable in an outdoor theatre shielded by a roof. If you get to the parking lot before sunset, you will see thousands of parrots searching for the ideal tree to sleep in and making lots of noise with their murmurations. If there is road work on the main highway, try to park closer to the Marina where the barge leaves or you might get stuck waiting 20 minutes with 200 other cars until the road crew reopens the road.
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| Packages: | Show Only Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/09/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/30 |
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