Smith's Luau on Kauai is one of the island's top Hawaiian luaus. What makes it special is its setting in a torch-lit lagoon amphitheater along the banks of the Wailua River and surrounded by tropical gardens.
Smith's Family Garden Luau
Smith's Family Garden Luau is one of Kauai's most popular Hawaiian luaus. This evening experience takes place in a torch-lit lagoon amphitheater along the Wailua River and within a lush tropical garden setting.
Prior to the luau dinner, guests can enjoy the grounds, cultural presentations and a traditional imu ceremony. The evening continues with a generous luau buffet featuring island favorites such as kalua pork, chicken adobo, teriyaki beef, mahimahi, lomilomi salmon, salads, vegetables, rice and dessert.
After dinner, the Rhythms of Aloha show brings music and dance from Hawaii, Samoa, Tahiti, New Zealand, the Philippines and Japan to the stage.
Smith's Family Garden Luau Highlights
- Shell lei greeting
- Stroll through the 30-acre tropical gardens or take a narrated tram tour
- Traditional imu ceremony with kalua pig cooked in an underground oven
- Luau buffet dinner with a wide variety of island-style dishes
- Rhythms of Aloha show with music and dances from across Polynesia and Asia
Smith's Luau Menu
Salads and Sides
- Kauai-grown green salad with papaya seed dressing (V, vegan, GF)
- Hawaiian-style macaroni salad (V)
- Namasu Japanese cucumber salad with chopped clams (GF)
- Lomilomi salmon with tomato, onion and salted salmon (GF)
- Hanalei poi (V, vegan, GF)
- Fresh breads: Hawaiian sweet bread, guava bread and pineapple bread (V)
- Hawaiian purple sweet potatoes (V, vegan, GF)
- Chinese fried rice
- Mashed potatoes (V, GF)
- Stir-fried vegetables (V, GF)
Entrées
- Sweet and sour mahimahi
- Kalua pig (GF)
- Chicken adobo
- Teriyaki beef
Desserts
- Coconut cake (V)
- Haupia coconut milk pudding (V, vegan, GF)
- Imu-baked rice pudding (V, GF)
- Fruit jello (GF)
V = vegetarian; Vegan = vegan; GF = gluten-free.
Bar Menu
- Mai Tai punch
- Kona Longboard beer
- Chardonnay and Cabernet wines
- Standard liquor bar with vodka, Scotch, gin, rum and whiskey
- Pepsi, Diet Pepsi and Mist Twist
- Guava, pineapple and orange juices
- Hawaiian fruit punch
Special Instructions
Where & When
From March to October, check-in is at 5:00 pm.
From November to February, check-in is at 4:45 pm.
Wailua River State Park View Map
3-5971 Kuhio Hwy
Kapaa, HI 96746
Important Notice – Wailua River State Park Entry Fee: The state of Hawaii is charging a $10 fee per car to park and a $5 fee per person (age 4 and up) for entrance to Waila River State Park. Luau guests are responsible for these fees, which are collected directly by the state via credit card only at the park entrance (no cash accepted). This fee covers your visit to Wailua River State Park sites at the Wailua River Marina, as well as Opaeka'a Falls, Poliahu Heiau, Kaumuali'i Park and Wailua Falls.
From November to February, check-in is at 4:45 pm.
Wailua River State Park View Map
3-5971 Kuhio Hwy
Kapaa, HI 96746
Important Notice – Wailua River State Park Entry Fee: The state of Hawaii is charging a $10 fee per car to park and a $5 fee per person (age 4 and up) for entrance to Waila River State Park. Luau guests are responsible for these fees, which are collected directly by the state via credit card only at the park entrance (no cash accepted). This fee covers your visit to Wailua River State Park sites at the Wailua River Marina, as well as Opaeka'a Falls, Poliahu Heiau, Kaumuali'i Park and Wailua Falls.
Restrictions
There are no specific restrictions for this activity.
Special Notes
Infant pricing (children 2 and under) allows for children to have their own food and seat if you would like.
Operation Days
February through May: Open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday
June through August: Open Monday to Friday
September through October: Open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday
November through January: Open Monday, Wednesday & Friday
June through August: Open Monday to Friday
September through October: Open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday
November through January: Open Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Duration
3.5 hours
Vendor
This tour is operated by Smith’s Luau.