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Old Lahaina Luau Review
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Old Lahaina Luau 
- Address: 1251 Front St., makai (toward the ocean) of Lahaina Cannery Mall, Lahaina, HI | Map It
- Phone: 808/667-1998
- www.oldlahainaluau.com
- Category: Themed Entertainment
- Location: West Maui
Fodor's Review:
Many consider this the best luau on Maui; it's certainly the most traditional. Located right on the water, at the northern end of town, the Old Lahaina Luau is small, personal, and as authentic as it gets. Sitting either at a table or on a lauhala mat, you'll dine on all-you-can-eat Hawaiian cuisine: pork laulau (wrapped with taro sprouts in ti leaves), ahi poke (pickled raw tuna, tossed with herbs and seasonings), lomilomi salmon (rubbed with onions and herbs), Maui-style mahimahi, haupia (coconut pudding), and more. At sunset the show begins a historical journey that relays key periods in Hawaii's history, from the arrival of the Polynesians to the influence of the missionaries and, later, tourism. The tanned, talented performers will charm you with their music, chanting, and variety of hula styles (modern and kahiko, the ancient way of communicating with the gods). But if it's fire dancers you want to see, you won't find them here, as they aren't considered traditional. Although it's performed nightly, this luau sells out regularly. Make your reservations when planning your trip to Maui. You can cancel up until 10 AM the day of the scheduled show.
- Cost: $89
- Open: Nightly at 5:30
- Keep in mind: Reservations essential.
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