Smith Family Garden Luau - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Best luau we have been to. Great food and service. They have the whole evening planned out for you. All the seats are Great.

Amazing experience! It's a must add to your visit to Kauai.

The reason for the average rating is mostly due to how long the event is. The food was average and on par with most other luau that we've been to. The service is great, and the staff were very friendly. The real issue is a very long event at 4 hours. Also, we were told this was a smaller event smaller event, but it had over 300 people, I recommend they shortened the event to 3hrs.

1 star for excellent friendly staff + 1 for the resort/stage. We came for the show only, as the food reviews were so so. Most performers not as experience, some are young, except for the last fire dance performer, as we've seen similar fire dance in Seattle. The Japanese dance seemed out of place, and so is the Philippines bamboo dance (filler perhaps?). The free hula shows at the local shopping malls near resorts gave us a better Hawaiian vibes, which we enjoyed. They're more graceful and experienced, with local vibes, though not as a big group, and no fire dance. The show only entry time didn't give us enough time to explore their garden. Don't think we'll be back for the garden, for $25/tix. This may be fun for first-timers, family with kids, though during our show, the kid behind us screamed to leave bcz of the fire, poor lad.

Smith’s family luau was such a unique and special experience - I am SO glad we chose this specific luau over any other hotel luau we were offered. Touring the beautiful grounds with unique flowers and trees and mountains in the background was stunning. The family provides a delicious buffet with live music and unlimited delicious drinks. Afterward we saw a really great show with many different traditional dances and performances. Mahalo nui Smith’s!!

The Smith Family Fern Grotto boat ride and Luau were a huge highlight of my family’s vacation on Kauai. The entire family and staff were so kind and welcoming. The food was spectacular, the gardens were beautiful everywhere you looked and the sharing of their culture during the performance after dinner was so special. Thank you for this experience!!

Our first time in Hawaii and first Luau! We loved it. Was such a great experience! Your ground are absolutely stunning!

This Luau was wonderful! The food was great and included some traditional Hawaiian options. The gardens are so beautiful! The host of the show (a Smith Family member) came by and talked with us and was so nice! Everyone that works there was wonderful! Highly recommend!

Our family had a fantastic time at the Smith Family Luau. Before the luau starts, you can rent kayaks or take a boat tour on the river. We arrived at 5 PM for the 6 PM dinner and took a complimentary tram ride through the gardens, followed by a leisurely stroll to explore the grounds and take some beautiful photos. When you enter, they take an official photo with two dancers in traditional attire, which is available for purchase for $30. We chose not to buy it since it felt a bit odd to have a photo with strangers in our home. The overall price was reasonable, especially with the $10 discount per adult ticket through the Shaka Gold membership. Dinner begins at 6 PM and includes live entertainment. Alcohol is unlimited and included in the price. The buffet-style meal was typical and offered a variety of options, so everyone found something to enjoy. They also offer tea and coffee, though I wouldn’t recommend the decaf—it was quite bad. The show starts at 8 PM and lasts about an hour, featuring various traditional dances performed by skilled dancers. Fire show at the end. The dedicated areas for dining and performance created a wonderful atmosphere that felt distinct from hotel luaus. The gardens are stunning, and even though the venue is large, it never felt crowded. Free parking on site. Suitable for children and teens. Overall, this was an excellent experience that I would highly recommend!

Food was excellent just as I remembered 15+ years ago the last time I was here. You got to see soo much for what you pay, from the show, to the grounds and animals, and the food. Everyone is friendly and welcoming.

Fantastic!. Must see show. Terrific, buffet and drinks.

Third time we've been in a span of 17 years. Has been amazing every single time. Nicest people throughout. Fern Grotto is definitely worth seeing as well. Mahalo to everyone involved. Hopefully we can see it for another 17 years.

Go to this luau! By far the best one I've been. The host and staff were so welcoming and likable. We felt like we were at a giant family gathering. The food was amazing with much variety. The show was so well put together, honoring the many different cultures that settled in Hawaii.

A must see! Food was excellent!

Excellent lu'au with plenty of food, drink & entertainment!!

Even before we got there, the service was impeccable. I booked a surprise wedding vow renewal for my wife and I while we were there. We were picked up at the gate, had a private tour of the gardens, before the surprise to my wife wedding vow renewal complete with music and a photographer. The minster and all involved were amazing. From there, pictures around the gardens, the river cruise to the fern grotto, dinner, drinks and the lagoon theater show. Amazing day. Made my wife and I both cry. Couldn't have been better. Truly thank you all for putting my big surprise together. My wife and I both will truly never forget it.

While I am unsure about the authenticity of the luau (not informed enough about this, I recommend reading other reviews to learn more if this is a concern of yours), I can say that my fiancé and I really enjoyed our night spent at the Smith Family Garden Luau. We got there right at 5pm, and we enjoyed our time walking around the garden before the dinner. We were initially hesitant about the open seating, but we actually befriended those around us fairly quickly, and this definitely added to our experience. There were many food options, and everything we tried was very good. The show was also entertaining, and it was really nice that they had so many dancers across the stage because this meant every seat had a good view for the show.

We miss Freckles, yet the family still does an awesome job. Don't know how they feed that many people and have the food taste so good.

We did the luau only. Totally worth $25! The show was beautiful and so fun!

What a delightful experience! The gardens, the food, the drinks, the show- wonderful! It's so appreciated that is family owned & operated. Thank you!

Excellent!! We loved it. Great service, family feel, excellent food and awesome show! We loved it!

Such an amazing experience for us! We absolutely LOVED the atmosphere, and wonderful food and drink selection. I follow along a gluten free diet and they were so accommodating, they brought me an extra plate of just gluten free food. They also have labeled signs throughout the buffet to accommodate those who have other dietary restrictions! The luau itself was AMAZING! It was worth every single penny for us☺️ thank you so much!

Smithies our 2nd Luau in Kauai. We loved the experience from the beginning until the end. Family owned, mom was welcoming guest in the front and serving dessert, soon was hosting and did a wonderful job interacting with the crowd from beginning to end; Imu ceremony, during the buffet singing and entertaining, walk to the show and thanking all guest, to other family working throughout and very helpful. Vibes were genuine from all. The show was beautiful and had many different dances from all bothers and sisters around. Thank you for a wonderful time! Food was delicious Hawaiian Mac was my favorite and the coconut cake was so light and tasty! The variety of alcoholic drinks yumm, chichi was tasty. The grounds were clean and beautiful scenery.

Aloha...what can I say, magical! From the location to the food to the show not to be missed! I wanted to point out that we are French and do not speak English at all. There is a lady at the luau who kindly helped us. Thank you to her. I hope she will recognize herself🙏 You are a lady with a big heart! Kindness and kindness. People's smiles represent everything that Hawaii is!

The best luau experience! The Smith Hawaiian family aloha spirit, Imu, the food, the garden… And, of course, the show. We have enjoyed bringing our family here for years. So happy to be able to have our grandchildren able to enjoy it too! Yesterday evening, my grandchildren were especially attracted to the piglet. It’s parents may have been wild pigs, but this one was very tame and friendly. Mahalo!

Staff was great but that was all. Very commercial luau that drug out so much that did t even stay for the show

Amazing. The grounds were gorgeous and the food was topnotch.

The show was fun to watch, but the food and drinks did not meet our expectations. The drinks just don't taste good. The food tastes just ok and only a couple items are Hawaiian. Very disappointed since we were looking forward to trying all kinds of local food. Low quality American food buffet and a couple drinks we didn't finish were not worth what we paid to be there.

Great place, good food, but hot during the summer months.

Get the bird feed, it's worth it and would make your experience 10 times better. Beautiful garden. Loved it.

We have been to many luals over the years. Im going to have to say this was our best experience. The food was fantastic, we had a group of 12 and everyone made comments about how good the food was. Unfortunately, we had some of you group leave prior to the show that the kids were tired. We managed to stay thru about 3/4 of the show before the babies started to fuss. The production was very well done , we wish we could have made it to the end. Great experience

Such a cool experience! Worth every dollar!

This is a solid option for a luau experience but is it the best? Not so sure. The feeling is very family-owned, which is cool, and the setting is wonderful, but the show itself is not as high quality as others and the seating is not comfortable. The vibe is so friendly that it’s still an enjoyable option that is well worth consideration.

It's hard to explain how incredible this location actually is. It's like traveling back in time to when Elvis visited the island. You start the experience by taking a trolly ride around the 30 acres to get an idea of how the area is before walking it. Then you get to feed the animals around the lakes, which range from peacocks to chickens. Next, they open up the Imu to pull the roasted pig which has been cooking for 9 hours out of the ground. Next is the dinner which I don't have words to describe. They should have sent a poet. The drinks are perfect and so is the food. I thought places like this didn't exist anymore. Finally, you have the Luau and all the dancers. Lots of fire and live music. I'm going to end it hear because I don't want to spoil anymore of it

5 star food, entertainment, hospitality. Worth every single penny.

Just amazing! They give you a very good taste of a Luau and they give their best to give you a great time. If you wonder how a Luau works, you should definitely give it a try! Eat and drink is all you can eat and drink! Huge beautiful garden, so there is reason enough to come early.

We did the luau only and it was wonderful. Such a great show. Highly recommend.

Such a wonderful experience. Everything was absolutely amazing!! The grounds were exquisite, the food was so delicious, and the show was spectacular!! Best Luau by far, and worth every penny!!

Fun, organized, entertaining, delicious. The owner is hands on and is a perfect host . The show was entertaining and fun. So so glad we chose this luau !

We enjoyed it. Beautiful grounds. Food was good. My kids thought it was a little commercial, but not everything needs to be totally authentic. It was fun and we thought our grandchildren should experience it.

I love the fact that this place is family owned and operated. The staff was super friendly, the grounds are beautiful and you have an opportunity to explore. Timing around walking, Imu ceremony, dinner, and show were great. Food was good, drinks plentiful, and the show was entertaining and provided insight into the history of the island.

The Smith Family Luau was incredible! We enjoyed the tram ride around their gorgeous property prior to the luau. Everyone was extremely pleased with all of the many choices and dishes. We tried a bit of everything! And went back for more! So delicious! Our host stopped by our table a few times to check on how we were enjoying it and again about the special gluten meal. We really appreciate all of the personal attention and warm family vibes from the Smith Family! Mahalo nui loa!

We were lucky and came off the waitlist. Pleasantly surprised that although they have been in operation for many years, it is still a family owned and operated business. The experience did not disappoint! The evening begins with a tram ride through the beautiful garden and time to walk through it yourself. Drinks are included with your meal. They give you history of the garden and the island of Kauai. Food is absolutely delicious! There’s more than enough food to go around for second and third. The drinks were also very tasty. The show was a fun experience and nightcap. Overall, the experience last about 3 1/2 to 4 hours. Recommend this luau 10/10.

Plenty of delicious food, beautiful gardens that are very lush. Be sure to buy the $1.00 bird food at the entrance to feed all the peacocks walking around, and of course the chickens too!!! 🌺🌿

Wonderful gem on the island of Kauai. The Smith Family Gardens are beautiful with many specimen trees, flowers, and birds. There is a group photo opportunity at the start of the evening and the developed photos are next to the amphitheater currently for $30 when the main luau show starts. There is a tram to initially tour the grounds and then guests can explore on their own until the dinner and entertainment starts. There is lots of food and drinks available. A little tip, the second restrooms by the amphitheater are less used until the luau show starts.

If you are wanting an authentic experience, this is not the best option. If I could do it over, I would research myself and select a luau on a beach. This luau reminded me of a dance recital and the seats were extremely uncomfortable. This was our second luau so we were hoping for one as spectacular as our first luau on Maui years ago.

I love this place. This was my second experience. The Smith family really know how to take care of their guests. The ceremony was informative, and the entertainment was top knotch.

Great little trip for a reasonable price! Paid abot $100 for my family of 4! I recommend this.

Food was good and the show was fun.

Absolutely amazing experience! The show, drinks, and food are all exceptional!! Great for all ages. 10/10 definitely recommend!

Super pretty area, great food, and the performance was a great experience!

My wife and I was on our 20 year Anniversary Cruise around the Hawaiian Islands and we chose this Luau due to it was highly recommended. Everthing was beyond what I expected and the Smith Family made us all feel as we was family" Ohana" Yes Smith doesn't sound hawaiian but the owner explains the namesake and yes they are Hawaiian. From when ya walk in and see the gardens too the waiting on the pig to come out the Ground to eatting and music and drinks to the final heritage show it will blow you away. If you are reading this do yourself a favor and go to this luau. You will be Amazed.

What a wonderful and unique experience. Food and staff were absolutely wonderful and the show was AMAZING. Beautiful gardens and birds! Definitely buy the bag of feed at the entrance and get there early to explore the gardens. Highlight of our trip to Kauai. 10/10 recommend.

Loved this event. Really good buffet food and a show. Great coffee Highly highly recommend you book early

Excellent time, food, drinks and service. Fantastic entertainment.

Absolutely a MUST for anyone visiting the island of Kauai!

One of the most beautiful places I have ever visited. First time visiting the island and can’t wait to go back. The people are awesome. Everyone should experience this at least once in their lifetime.

Best luau on the island in my opinion. Food was amazing! And the garden was breathtaking 😍

Most beautiful place I have ever been. Little paradise with beautiful view and birds. A must if you are in Kauai.

Pros: Nicely landscaped grounds; guests sit facing the show (not looking sideways, like at many luaus). Cons: Performers are far away (not as intimate as most luaus); some of the music was extremely, painfully schmaltzy (not Hawaiian!); watered-down drinks (like most luaus); roofs over dinner seating and show seats shelter guests from rain, but creates a very non-Hawaiian (sterile) environment.

Such beautiful grounds and staff amazing and so friendly. Show was spectacular

A family business in its entirety. Their pride in all aspects of our luau experience was evident. It was a delightful evening from start to finish.

Overall, I'm glad we experienced this at Smith's. I really liked the grounds; there are so many beautiful areas to explore. The fish, beef, and pork were excellent, as well as the rice pudding! The family enjoyed the dance program, but the seats were very uncomfortable. You can't go wrong with live music, talented dancers, and a fiery finale.

Best luau in Kauai. Amazing food dance shows and everything about it makes it such a great place. Very family friendly.

I attended a wedding. The grounds are beautiful. If you're having your reception there, it is large and covered, but the sides are open, so there is fresh air flowing, and you can view the beautiful grounds.

Great experience with a great staff! Everyone was so friendly, the gardens are well maintained. The food was really good and the drinks were even better. Get some Hawaiian Punch! Highly recommend.

Glad we experienced it, but probably won't go back. The food was just so-so, but the grounds are beautiful (noticed a bunch of deferred maintenance items around, but still enjoyable...) The show was really good, and was like by everyone, even our Screenager, lol.

Had a great time at the Luau. The food was good and fresh, performers were talented and staff were friendly. The grounds are beautiful to explore.

Friendly people and beautiful grounds and atmosphere. This would have been a five-star easily, but they canceled dinner the day before our reservation. We went ahead and did the show and toured the venue, which was amazing!

This luau was a highlight of our family trip to Kauai! We loved the immersive and beautiful natural botanical garden-like surroundings on the Smith family land in the Wailua Valley. You feel part of a gigantic family party and not a resort tourist spectacle. The food and drinks exceeded expectations in both quality and quantity. Highly recommend!

Wonderful place for a luau!! Food was super yummy! The staff was really helpful, and the grounds a incredibly beautiful! We would definitely go back again!!

These gardens are so beautiful! I really enjoyed this luau as it feels way more authentic than a hotel style and was half the price. The food was very good especially the beach. The garden is just beautiful. Definitely arrive early to explore it. The only thing I’d say is compared to other luau’s the show is not amazing. The fire dancer was great but the ‘warriors’ could do with an upgrade 😬

Every time we visit Hawaï, we go to a luau. This time we checked out the Smith Family Luau. I had some hesitation initially at the cost, but after attending, it was well worth it. My family concluded that it was not only the best luau we ever visited, it was also the tastiest! The grounds of the luau are like a botanical paradise. We took a tram ride around that was a bit speedy, but gave a brief overview of the gardens. Then we were able to meander around exploring while waiting for the luau to begin. There were beautiful peacocks exploring, as well as lots of chickens, some ducks, and various other birds. The flowers and tropical trees were meticulously maintained. The luau itself began with the Imu ceremony and cocktails/mocktails. The owner of the luau explained his family story, which was very enjoyable. We found our seats and waited to be told when the buffet was ready. The buffet was displayed with six lines so there was minimal wait time. Everyone seemed to be served quickly and we were told to revisit the buffet table as often as we wanted. I enjoyed the pork, the mahi mahi, and the teriyaki beef the best. There were three types of bread, all tropical flavors, that were delicious. There was also a dessert table with fruits, cakes, and rice pudding. The bar remained open throughout dinner. There was live music during dinner too. After the dinner, we walked over to the theatre area and enjoyed a 45 minute long show that was just spectacular. The dancers and singers were so talented! We had the opportunity to purchase a family photo before and after the show for $30. It was a great photo of us so I had to buy it. We will definitely attend this luau the next time we visit Kauai!

The best luau in Kauai and with the most beautiful gardens. Not to be missed.

I’ve never been to a Luau before so I can’t compare but I had a great time here! The food was AMAZING! Not sure why some people are complaining in the reviews because it was fresh, flavorful and delicious! I ate until I couldn’t. The teriyaki beef and the pulled pork take the price. The garden is beautiful and the dances were interesting. Although, some were a little boring. I think that for the price this wasn’t all that much tbh. You get to walk around the garden for about an hour before dinner. They take pics of you and then try to sell them to you for $30. Overall, it was a good experience. Would I do it again… probably not.

This was a wonderful family style experience with various cultures represented in the dances & music. The food was especially delicious & I had a great Mai Tai. Mosquitoes really, really love me so if you have that problem too bring extra bug repellant.

This was our favorite part of our trip. The garden was GORGEOUS! The food was amazing and all you can eat. Entertainment was above and beyond! The Smith’s family really made our experience special for our first luau!

Perfect. Love the history behind the smith name and had a perfect evening with my family. It’s a beautiful property and they were very accommodating during dinner. Excellent show and topped off with the fire performance. 10/10 recommend

It was my first time in Hawaii and was most impressed with this luau......from parking, to dinner and show!!!❤

The gardens, food and entertainment were all much more than we expected. Their luau lived up to everything that I had heard from many others.

I had fun! Reminds me of the old TV show Fantasy Island.

Great experience! Staff was very friendly and accommodating. The pork, steak, fish, veggies, purple yams, macaroni . . .all delicious! I'm sure I forgot something! The grounds are lovely. The show was very well done. I would go again!

The Smith Family Luau was the perfect way to experience Hawaiian culture and hospitality! From the moment we arrived, we were impressed by the beautiful botanical gardens. The staff was incredibly friendly and efficient, even with hundreds of guests. We were particularly amazed at how smoothly everything ran, considering there must have been close to 400 people at the luau! The food was fantastic - a delicious all-you-can-eat buffet with traditional Hawaiian dishes like kalua pig and poi, alongside some amazing family recipes. The drinks were flowing all night as well, with both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options. The evening's highlight was the incredible show. The talented performers showcased Polynesian culture with vibrant costumes, captivating dances, and even a fire knife finale. The entire experience was informative, engaging, and truly unforgettable. Overall, the Smith Family Luau is a must-do for anyone visiting Kauai. The delicious food, beautiful setting, and efficient service all come together for a magical night. Don't miss out on this amazing experience!

I need another star to rate how good the food was lol. Was a great immersion into Hawaiian culture, and the gardens were absolutely breathtaking.

Really nice experience. The kids enjoyed feeding the peacocks and other birds. The food was very good with a nice variety. The drinks were essentially all you could drink during the dinner hour.

What a great experience. Everything you read is true, this is a wonderful luau experience. The Smith family runs this like a well-oiled machine. Everything runs on-time and is well-organized. Food and drinks were excellent, plenty for everyone so no need to rush. The show was also extremely entertaining. Get there at opening (5pm) for a tour of the gardens and a good spot for the Imu Ceremony. Our only criticism would be the bench seating in the theater is not particularly comfortable. Luckily, the show only lasted an hour. My rear end was starting to go numb by the end.

Wonderful experience. Well worth the trip.

Great place, friendly people, and good food! It's a little touristy but in a very fun and homely way. Love the family business aspect, and the property was nice!

We thoroughly enjoyed our experience. Yes, the food could be better here & there, but it's all you can eat. The pork and beef were great. The premade mixed drinks were weak on the alcohol, but it's also all you can drink (during dinner). The gardens/grounds are BEAUTIFUL. I can't say enough about how well-kept they are. The staff were all great, and the after-dinner show was quite good. Our only complaint is regarding the bench seats in the show theater. They're just plain uncomfortable. The seat padding helps, but they're basically bleachers with a small cushion. We had to stretch after the show. That said, we would do this luau again. Highly recommended!

As far as kalua pork goes, the absolute best! Such a lovely place to visit, much less enjoy food, delightful music, and hospitality. What a fantastic family venue. Wow! Plus the show's inclusion of and highlightingbother island cultures is fantastic.

Garden tours with buffet style food and Luau show after dinner. Food is so good with many choices. Everything goes so smoothly. Awesome staff.

Great luau and amazing grounds. Came here back in 2007 and brought my family back in 2024! Staff was super friendly and helpful, food was great, and performance and music was top notch!! Best on the island!!

I'd never been to a luau before, but it would be hard to find one better. Everything was great.

So the grounds are nice and the show was amazing. The food was really just okay. Seating arrangements were confusing in the beginning as they had name place holders on some tables, quickly learning after kindly asking a not friendly employee, where to sit. If there are napkins in cups you sit there. The open bar was really bad alcohol and mixed drinks, Mai tais were unpalatable. Hawaiian punch was good. Dinner was alright specially the steak and pork. Macaroni salad was great and salads were good too. Fully understanding that it is a buffet and it’s made for hundreds but for the price paid I expected a bit more. The cultural performance at the end of the night was the only thing that was worth the price as it was open air and nice to see the many cultural representations for the many people who made this place home.

Best ever laua! Everything is over the top!

Best luau in town and probably the entire state of Hawaii!!

The grounds are beautiful. Just lovely. Lots of pretty photo opportunities. The staff are all very friendly and welcoming. The food is horrendous. I couldn't stomach any of it. My teenage sons even said it wasn't good. The show seems outdated. It totally reeks of The Brady Bunch and early 80's eras. I would search for a more authentic luau if I were to look again. It's definitely overpriced for what it is.

I can’t say enough about this amazing place. They take you on a riverboat to the foreign bravo. After, you get to take a short walk through the forest, then you end up in a beautiful landscape filled with wildlife. Exceptional ceremony, food, and performers. I’ve been to several luaus from other companies, and this is by far the best. I’ve visited twice and would happily go again.

Be WARNED. There are a LOT of mosquitoes in this property especially in the waiting area. I found it ridiculous that they took that as an opportunity to sell mosquito repellent wipes for 2$ each after you paid 140$ for the experience. Food 4.5/5. Some of this food was super delectable. The teriyaki steak and Kalua pork made me go back for seconds and third. Drinks 4/5. The muay thais seemed a bit watery but still tasted fine. Show 5/5. The highlight of the night. The property 3/5. Nothing too crazy here. I would recommend this experience to others.

I’ve been here twice over the span of 10 years. On the whole, they do a great job. The grounds are beautiful. The whole operation feels like a family run operation. Mostly this is a good thing. The time it feels a little forced is perhaps with the entertainment. The dancers seem like granddaughters and grandnieces, and maybe wouldn’t have been those that would have passed a selection process. The food: the Kalua pork is AMAZING! so stunningly delicious. The other meat dishes are very good! Starches - I give mixed reviews. Instant mashed potatoes!? Not a great idea. I’d either do real or none at all. Sweet breads felt very store-bought and generic. Some freshly baked rolls would have been really great. Lastly, the seating for the show has great sight lines but the width of the actual bench you sit on is thin and forces your body into an unnatural posture. Not comfortable. They desperately need to upgrade their seating. I’m sure they know this but would struggle to shut things down for a few weeks or months to make this happen.