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Feast at Lele: 7 Reasons Why it Is the Ultimate Maui Date Night

Feast at Lele: 7 Reasons Why it Is the Ultimate Maui Date Night

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I’ve been drooling over the menu at Maui‘s Feast at Lele for the past decade. My friend had her destination wedding reception there years ago, and it sounded beyond amazing! She said it was one of the best luaus in Maui.

We hadn’t had an opportunity to get away much on our past trips to Maui, except for our Babymoon Date Night at Roy’s.

So when my mother-in-law volunteered to watch our kids for date night, I knew exactly where I wanted to go.

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The Cuisine

Feast at Lele in Lahaina, Maui is one of the best luaus in Maui, Hawaii

Sipping yummy drinks while watching the sun slowly set in Lahaina was a great way to start our date night. The Feast at Lele was birthed by the creators of the Old Lahaina Luau and Pacific’O Restaurant.

The cuisine at the Feast at Lele is not your typical Hawaiian Lele luau fare, nor is it a buffet dinner. It’s more like fine dining on the beach.

There is an appetizer, four small-plate entree courses and a dessert course. And the drinks keep coming all night long. The best part is that you don’t have to wait in a buffet line.

FIRST COURSE FROM HAWAII

The Hawaiian course at Feast at Lele, the best Maui luau.

The Hawaiian course at Feast at Lele.

Kalua Pua’a:
This kalua pork was prepared in a traditional cooking style, slow-roasted in an underground oven called an imu.
My husband and I actually wished there was more poi so we could eat it with the kalua pork. That flavor combination is one of our favorites, and we don’t get it very often.
Lomi Lomi Salmon & Kalo Puree:
Sous vide cooked Salmon with pickled onions, green onions, island tomato & Hawaiian black sea salt.
Chef’s Special–Bamboo and Carmelized Pineapple Rice:
Bamboo pineapple rice with carmelized pepper pineapple.
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SECOND COURSE FROM AOTEAROA/NEW ZEALAND

Course from New Zealand at Feast at Lele, the best Maui luau.

Course from New Zealand at Feast at Lele.

Miti Hangi:
5-hour island-scented braised beef in a kiwi fruit jus.

Harore Kumara:
Medley of stewed mushrooms over baked orange & purple sweet potato.

Chef’s Special–Pikopiko Fern Salad:
Fern shoots and pumpkin with dried koura rangi (shrimp) dressing.

THIRD COURSE FROM TAHITI

Course from Tahiti at Feast at Lele, one of the best luaus in Maui.

Course from Tahiti at Feast at Lele.

Moa:
Grilled mango ginger chicken with a Tahitian lime aioli & mango relish.
E-iaota (Poisson Cru):
Fresh island diced fish & vegetables marinated in coconut milk & lime juice.
Chef’s Special–Tahitian Baked Shrimp:
Baked shrimp with cream, coconut butter, and ocean salad.

FOURTH COURSE FROM SAMOA

Course from Samoa at Feast at Lele, one of the best luaus in Maui.

Course from Samoa at Feast at Lele.

Palusami:
Braised coconut cream corned beef with baked ulu wrapped in young taro leaf.
Stew Figota:
Fresh island fish with mussels, clam & shrimp stew.
Chef’s Special–Pani Popo:
Baked soft taro roll in creamy coconut milk.

DESSERT

Dessert course at Feast at Lele, the best luau in Maui.

Dessert course at Feast at Lele.

Vanilla coconut mousseline cake:
Cake with caramelized pineapple & salted caramel.

Whipped haupia cream:
Topped with island fruit sauce.

The Show

House band at Feast at Lele in Lahaina, Maui

I thought the house band was pretty good and played a great mix of songs.

The entertainment was what I expected from a luau, only in bite-sized chunks. The house band played during the dining portions and for some performances.

I’m pretty familiar with Hawaiian music, so I was happy to hear many songs I recognized. They definitely set the stage for a relaxing evening.

Blowing conch shell at Feast at Lele on Maui.

This man is blowing the conch shell at the beginning of the entertainment portion of the evening.

At the Hawaiian luaus I’ve been to in the past, someone usually blows a conch shell on stage to signify the start of the event.

I thought it was super cool that they took advantage of the oceanfront location. A man blew a conch shell to welcome a canoe.

Ali`i at Feast at Lele on Maui

I loved seeing this representation of an ali`i, member of Hawaiian royalty, at a luau!

Hula kahiko at Feast at Lele

The main show started off with a traditional hula kahiko.

Hula auana, modern hula, with Hawaiian implements at Feast at Lele.

Hula auana, modern hula, with Hawaiian implements.

Maori haka performance at Feast at Lele

Maori haka performance.

Men's Tahitian performance at Feast at Lele

Men’s Tahitian performance.

Samoan men and women performance at Feast at Lele

Samoan men and women performance.

Overall Experience

My husband and I really enjoyed the Feast at Lele for our Maui date night. I can see why people say it’s the best Maui luau.

The different types of food gave us a lot to talk about during the breaks in the show. We love dates that encourage us to try something new. And the service at the Feast at Lele was impressive!

When our kids get a little bit older, we will probably bring them to this show.

If you want great food when visiting Maui, I highly recommend going to this Feast at Lele luau. You get to have a traditional Hawaiian experience and Polynesian culture in a beautiful setting.

7 Reasons Why the Feast at Lele is a Top Thing to Do in Maui:

Thumbing through the menu at Feast at Lele was a fun way to get excited for the evening!

Thumbing through the menu at Feast at Lele was a fun way to get excited for the evening!

1. FRESH FLOWER LEI

Many ladies love getting flowers on date night. Why not make that a fresh flower lei? It’s a lovely way to kick off a date night!

Plus, if you go early in your trip, you can keep the lei in your fridge and wear it later!

2. UNLIMITED DRINKS

Usually, at a luau, the choices are watered-down juice or a watered-down Mai Tai.

The Feast at Lele has a wide assortment of tropical cocktails, an extensive wine list, and many non-alcoholic options.

Plus, they can make virgin versions of most cocktails, so it’s perfect for people on their Maui Babymoon.

3. SUNSET PHOTOGRAPHER

Since the Feast at Lele is located on the beach in Lahaina on the West shore of Maui, it’s an ideal location to watch the sunset.

Even better, two photographers are ready to take photos of you and your date with the gorgeous sunset in the background.

It’s totally optional, and you can go back as many times as you like. We went twice.

4. BEACH STROLL OPPORTUNITY

After you check in and grab your drink, there’s a bit of time before dinner. This gives couples ample opportunity to stroll along the beach as the sun goes down.

5. PRIVATE TABLE

One of my favorite perks of the Feast at Lele is that we didn’t have to sit at a big table and make small talk with random guests. Each table was set up for individual groups.

Since it was just my husband and me, we had an intimate table for two.

Additionally, it wasn’t overcrowded, as the space maxed out at 300 guests.

6. FIVE COURSE MEAL

Hate waiting in those long buffet lines at other luaus? The Feast at Lele has you covered! The servers bring 4 courses, each consisting of 3 family-style plates and individual dessert plates.

The food is elevated versions of dishes from Hawaii, Tahiti, New Zealand and Samoa.

7. BREAKS IN ENTERTAINMENT

My husband noted that the breaks in between the entertainment were perfect for date night because we had an opportunity to talk to one another.

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Luci

Wednesday 14th of March 2018

Now that is what I call a feast. I wouldn't mind going there and eating at all.

marciecheung

Wednesday 14th of March 2018

The food was mighty tasty!

Alouise

Saturday 30th of September 2017

I haven't been to Hawaii, but the luaus always sounded fun, but a little cheesy (I'd still go to one though). I didn't know there was a fine dining luau like this. It looks like it was an amazing experience.

marciecheung

Monday 2nd of October 2017

Yes, some are cheesier than others. But, I think it's one of those things you have to experience for yourself!

Bhusha

Saturday 30th of September 2017

The first time I heard of Maui was from the movie Moana! So nice of your MIL to take care of your little ones, so you could go on a nice, romantic date!!! Bamboo and Caramalized Pinapple rice??? That sounds so appetizing. I'd love to try that! Baked oranges with sweet potato? It keeps getting better. All those performances are just stunning...

Arnav Mathur

Friday 29th of September 2017

What a place to be to have a date. The 5 course meal looks absolutely delicious and mouthwatering. Even though I haven't tried these cuisines , your pictures make me wanna gobble them all up. Unlimited drinks to go with the food and enjoy the lovely setup is just the cherry on top.

Sabrina

Friday 29th of September 2017

WOW! That looks like the perfect date! The menu and the dance remind me of my time in Fiji and Samoa. What was your favourite dish?

marciecheung

Monday 2nd of October 2017

Dessert was my favorite because I LOVE dessert :) I'm so jealous you got to visit Samoa. I learned Samoan dancing when I was in college and have been wanting to visit ever since!

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