Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is one of Disney World’s most popular deluxe hotels.
This is due to its proximity to Magic Kingdom, the resort’s elegance and rooms, and its amenities. But there’s one thing missing from the resort, and we think you’ll agree.
One of the most popular restaurants in the resort is Ohana, especially for its character breakfast. It used to be one of our favorite restaurants to go to, and reservations fill up really fast, however ever since the hotel reopened after the pandemic closures, many guests have felt it’s not the same.
We’ve seen many comments from our readers stating they haven’t been impressed with the food at Ohana in the past few years. Yes, they have had a few menu changes, but nothing too major. However, the changes are enough to cause many guests to dine in once, and not want to return.
In fact, one of our team members shared with us that ever since the restaurant reopened and the menu changed, her daughter won’t eat at the restaurant anymore — not even to have the items that haven’t changed. It’s hard to pinpoint exactly what it is that has caused the menu to go downhill, all we know is that several guests have noticed the issue.
Since you can see Magic Kingdom from the resort, we also think the hotel would benefit from having a restaurant that has a better view of the fireworks, or one that gives you access to a rooftop to see the fireworks during your meal.
A new restaurant may be in the works with the new DVC building being built, but we won’t know much about it for a while. We’ll be sure to keep you updated on this popular resort and let you know if any restaurant changes are being made, so stay tuned to AllEars!
Here’s everything you need to know about ‘Ohana’s character breakfast!
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How do you feel about the restaurants at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort? Tell us in the comments!
I would say the luau is missing. It is a Polynesian experience and great family event. But hey, they didn’t have anywhere else on property to build( sarcasm), so let’s just cram in a cookie cutter DVC and take away part of the charm of the Poly.
Totally agree. The Polynesian use to be the Hawaii alternative. I miss the magic. ?
We go out of our way to visit Kona Cafe every visit to Disney World. Its not fancy but its GOOD. I LOVE macadamia nut pancakes. But yes a restaurant with a nice view would be nice, somewhere near the beach.
Our family of 4 finally went to Ohana for dinner last summer after many years of wanting to try it. Appetizers were the best thing, pot stickers, noodles, wings, salad. I see how they rush you by dropping off huge plates of food for the table to get the next group seated.But the
Steak was rubbery and the shrimp was undercooked(it was gross). The waiter asked if we wanted to take anything home and we chose not to. There was very little excitement, guy playing the hawaiian music was in
the other room and it was just an overpriced dinner. We left the meal very disappointed that my 10 year old was charged $70 as an adult and she didn’t eat anything. My 13 year old son, also an “adult” didn’t like anything. With my wife and I, it cost a total of $350 with a tip and the pineapple drink. Count us in the one and done group. We felt cheated by the Ohana buzz, that won’t happen again.
The food is very good. It’s just a LOT of food. Very heavy food that fills you up fast nand you need a nap after.Tast and quality is great, service is great, surroundings are great and the view can’t be beat. I just feel very full after.
The other BIG thing they’re missing is the luau. That was a unique experience that, I’m afraid, can’t be replicated. Where would they put it now? I also miss the grandeur of the lobby with its stunning waterfall. Those two items were my favorite things about the Poly…..which made its main drawback bearable. And that was the separate buildings which had to be traversed, rain or shine.