Polynesian Dining At Wailulu!

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Today, we traded the parks for a relaxing afternoon at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, checking out one of the newest culinary hot spots: Wailulu Bar & Grill.

Tucked inside the brand-new Disney Vacation Club Island Tower, this restaurant brings a fresh, modern energy to the resort. The design blends sleek, contemporary Polynesian architecture with subtle, beautiful nods to Disney’s Moana throughout the space. The restaurant itself has a fairly narrow footprint, featuring a seamless mix of indoor seating and an outdoor covered ceiling. We opted for a booth outside, which turned out to be a fantastic choice—we were seated right in front of a stunning, rolling waterfall feature that created the ultimate tranquil backdrop. Paired with an attentive server and a wonderfully laid-back island atmosphere, it was the definition of vacation mode.

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We kicked things off with a couple of shareable plates:

• Crispy Chicken Wings: Adobe-marinated wings glazed in a rich soy sauce and served alongside a bright, zesty tomato-Fresno pepper relish that cut right through the richness.

• Ahi Tuna Crisps: A huge hit with our whole party! This dish features fresh marinated ahi tuna piled high on crispy fried wonton "chips," all drizzled with avocado crema, sriracha aioli, and a savory soy glaze. The sauce combination and the crunch of the wontons were absolute perfection.   

For the main course, our table went all-in on a spread of island-inspired comfort food:

• Poke Bowl: A fresh and vibrant bowl featuring sushi-style rice, crisp pickled cucumbers, assorted vegetables, spicy poke sauce, crunchy macadamia nuts, and tender Ahi tuna.

• Pineapple Barbecue Chicken Sliders: Sweet and savory sliders stacked with pineapple barbecue sauce, crunchy Asian slaw, and adobe mayonnaise on a sweet bun, served with a side of crispy sweet potato fries.   

• The Wayfinder Burger: Two perfectly pressed patties topped with American cheese, sweet onion jam, and a kick of volcano sauce on a sweet potato bun, also served with sweet potato fries.

Every single dish we ordered tasted fantastic, but a clear standout emerged for me: The Wayfinder Burger. The onion jam brought an incredible depth of flavor, and the whole thing delivered a brilliant Polynesian twist on a classic burger. Meanwhile, the rest of the table couldn't stop raving about the Ahi Tuna Crisps and their addictive sauce drizzles.   

Overall, Wailulu Bar & Grill exceeded our expectations. Between the gorgeous views, the relaxing waterfall ambiance, and the incredible food, we would definitely return in a heartbeat. Honestly? It just might be the best restaurant at the Polynesian now!

Check out some photos from our meal below!

Welcome To Wailulu at Disney's Polynesian Resort!

As You Wait For a Table, There Is A Painted Picture With Moana On Her Boat

Inside Dining At Wailulu

The Outdoor Covered Dining Room

The Front Of The Menu

The Drink Menu

The View From Our Table

The Hibiscus Iced Tea

The Crispy Chicken Wings: Adobe-marinated wings glazed in a rich soy sauce and served alongside a bright, zesty tomato-Fresno pepper relish that cut right through the richness.

Ahi Tuna Crisps: This dish features fresh marinated ahi tuna piled high on crispy fried wonton "chips," all drizzled with avocado crema, sriracha aioli, and a savory soy glaze.

The Wayfinder Burger: Two perfectly pressed patties topped with American cheese, sweet onion jam, and a kick of volcano sauce on a sweet potato bun, also served with sweet potato fries.

The Poke Bowl: A fresh and vibrant bowl featuring sushi-style rice, crisp pickled cucumbers, assorted vegetables, spicy poke sauce, crunchy macadamia nuts, and tender Ahi tuna.

Pineapple Barbecue Chicken Sliders: Sweet and savory sliders stacked with pineapple barbecue sauce, crunchy Asian slaw, and adobe mayonnaise on a sweet bun, served with a side of crispy sweet potato fries.   

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