Oahu Sunset Dinner Cruise: Five-Course Maine Lobster & Live Jazz
The ship has four decks and six dining rooms, so you're not squeezed into one crowded hall.
This three-hour sunset dinner cruise on Oahu departs at 5:30 PM from Aloha Tower Marketplace and serves a five-course Maine lobster and Prime Tenderloin dinner at your private table, accompanied by live jazz entertainment and two premium beverages. The ship is wheelchair accessible with stabilizers for smooth sailing, and Friday departures run three hours to catch the fireworks. Dress code is casual (no short pants recommended); call 72 hours ahead to arrange special requests.
The Experience
The Star of Honolulu leaves Pier 8 at 5:30 PM with a champagne toast (non-alcoholic) before you cast off along Oahu's southern coast. Your five-course dinner arrives at your own private table: a cheese and charcuterie board to start, then Nova Scotia Maine lobster with beet carpaccio and locally grown vegetables, followed by USDA Prime Tenderloin of Beef with truffle mashed potato and seasonal vegetables. Between courses, a seasonal fruit sorbet clears the palate before the chef's special dessert with freshly baked brioche and butter. Two super premium beverages come with the meal, and you can order additional drinks from the lounge.
As the sun sets over Waikiki, you'll hear live jazz from the professional entertainment—smooth enough to relax to, but the private lanai of the Art Deco Super Nova Room is there if you want to dance. The ship's four decks and six dining rooms mean you're not packed into a single space; the top deck offers the best views of Diamond Head and the Waikiki lights. On Fridays, the cruise runs three hours instead of two so you can watch the Friday night fireworks from the water. The vessel carries up to 1,500 people but the dining room setup keeps the experience intimate at your table.
Check in starts at 4:45 PM onboard. The ship has three types of stabilizers for smooth sailing in Hawaiian waters, and all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible—infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and service animals are allowed. Dress is casual, though short pants aren't recommended. If you need any special arrangements, call the provider at least 72 hours before your departure to confirm.
What’s included
- Five-course Maine lobster and Prime Tenderloin dinner served at your private table.
- champagne toast (non-alcoholic) and two super premium beverages.
- live jazz entertainment.
- access to the Art Deco Super Nova Room with private lanai and top deck views of Diamond Head and Waikiki.
Operated by Star of Honolulu Cruises and Events
Is this one for you?Book this if you want a seated five-course dinner at a private table rather than standing appetizers—the multi-course meal and live jazz create an evening experience, not a quick float.
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Top questions
What's included in the five-course dinner on the Oahu sunset cruise?
The dinner includes a cheese and charcuterie board, Nova Scotia Maine lobster with beet carpaccio and locally grown vegetables, USDA Prime Tenderloin of Beef with truffle mashed potato, seasonal fruit sorbet, and the chef's special dessert with freshly baked brioche and butter, served at your private table.
When does the Star of Honolulu depart from Aloha Tower Marketplace?
The cruise departs at 5:30 PM from Pier 8 at Aloha Tower Marketplace. Check-in begins at 4:45 PM onboard the ship.
How long is the sunset dinner cruise on Oahu?
The cruise runs two hours on most nights; Friday departures extend to three hours so you can watch the Friday night fireworks from the water.
What beverages are included with the dinner?
Two super premium beverages come with your meal. You can order additional drinks from the comfortable lounge throughout the evening.
Is the Star of Honolulu accessible for guests with mobility needs?
Yes, the ship is Hawaii's only A.D.A. compliant vessel with four spacious decks and all areas and surfaces wheelchair accessible. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and service animals are allowed.
What should I wear on the sunset dinner cruise?
The dress code is casual, though short pants are not recommended. Call the provider at least 72 hours in advance if you have special requests or need specific accommodations.
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