Dinner Theaters in Wailea, HI

“Don’t think, just book! We just had a fantastic evening at the Te Au Moana Luau - it was honestly a 20/10 experience. I would give it 10 stars if I could! I agonized over which luau to pick and ultimately landed on this one. We chose premium seating which I would do again, we were seated very close to the stage. The food was served family style and was excellent. (My one request for them is that they add keiki options for the kids). They even accommodated my dairy allergy. An open bar with jolly bartenders was wonderful. The beautiful fresh lei upon arrival was a nice surprise. The activities for all before the show were fun - traditional tattoos (temporary, of course), stamps, and flowers pinned into our hair. We loved the local artisans who were set up throughout the duration of the event selling art and jewelry. The grounds were immaculate and the staff was attentive. The dancers, musicians, and emcee were spirited and very talented! We WILL return during our next trip to Maui!“

“Overall we had a great experience. We booked the feast primarily to enjoy the show, and the show was exceptional! As for the food, we appreciated that we got to try a variety of different foods. Not every item was a hit for us, but we really enjoyed the grilled pineapple and the roasted pig. We enjoyed the more intimate crowd compared to larger shows and the bar made great cocktails.“

“We attended on a Friday evening in October and had an excellent experience. It’s definitely a splurge, but worth it.

Arrival: You can check-in near the front desk of the hotel or down by the actual show. Our table was pre-assigned, so there was no need to line up before the doors opened at 5:15 for the 6PM show. Upon arrival, they gave us each a nut lei and a mai tai. Ahead of showtime, there was a local vendors market, free lawn games, and a professional photographer - latter was $50.

Seating: We opted for the premium seating, which is more expensive, but worth it from our perspective. You’re closer to the stage (first two rows). The tables were also pre-assigned, so we didn’t have to arrive early to line up.

Food: There are four courses: chip/dip, salad/bread, entree, and dessert. There’s also an open bar with a wide assortment of cocktails and non-alcoholic options. The food was decent quality - a bit bland in some cases, which isn’t unexpected in these types of situations when you have to appeal to a broad demographic, particularly those less inclined toward any kick of spice or anything too deviant from the norm. The quantity was massive - there was far more than we could eat and we ended up leaving at least half of what was delivered to the table. The waiter was very accommodating of a food allergy, which was appreciated.

Entertainment: The show was good - there were about 8 or so acts spanning nearly 2 hours. The fire thrower at the end was most impressive.

Cost: It’s pricey - nearly $900 total for 2 premium seats. But everything in Hawaii is expensive and this is the Waldorf Astoria, so as to be expected.

Atmosphere: the show was in the large green lawn next to the beach. The show starts right around sunset, which allows for excellent pictures. The sun is to your back while watching the show, so no glare.“