The all new Island Tower building at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort opened in late 2024 and debuted shiny, new amenities. A brand new, sparkling pool with Moana theming will dazzle the property next to the Island Tower. There’s also a new Disney Polynesian restaurant joining the iconic dining lineup at this resort. This is particularly exciting because it’s rare. We’ve seen many Disney Vacation Club resort additions open without any additional dining at the property. With these expansions, more people will be staying at the resort and it’s nice to see a higher dining capacity. Let’s go over everything we know about the Disney Polynesian Island Tower restaurant.
Wailulu Bar & Grill Disney Polynesian Restaurant
The Polynesian restaurant Wailulu Bar and Grill actually has a very peaceful meaning. The term Wailulu is Hawaiian. “Wai” means water and “lulu” means calm. It translates to calm water bar and grill. This new Polynesian restaurant probably has the best views of the serene Seven Seas Lagoon at this resort so it’s fitting.
What’s it like inside Wailulu Bar & Grill at the Polynesian?
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is known for great restaurant and lounge settings with indoor and outdoor options. Wailulu Bar & Grill is an indoor and outdoor setting as well. There is also a casual, walk up pool bar.
There aren’t many bars or restaurants with views of Cinderella’s Castle at Magic Kingdom. That’s something that makes Wailulu special and worth visiting on your stay.
The indoor dining room has special artwork inspired by Polynesia created just for the space. There are floating tropical fish sculptures made from recycled materials. These fish lead to another unique installation that represents a colorful coral reef.
The middle of the dining room has an abstract Polynesian Stick Chart. This is a type of navigation tool used long ago for sea travel. This kind of reminds me of a certain wayfinder from Motunui. Moana is also featured in a painting in the Wailulu Bar & Grill.
Wailulu Bar & Grill Menu
Wailulu breakfast has specialty coffee beverages and morning pastries to go. Flavors of Polynesia is the overall cuisine style here.
Wailulu Bar & Grill Disney Polynesian Breakfast Menu
Grab and Go
Croissant
$4.29
Cinnamon Bun
$4.99
Banana Muffin
$4.49
Pineapple-Coconut Bread
$4.79
Fresh Fruit
$4.19
Strawberry Yogurt Parfait
$5.99
Beverages
Simply® Orange Juice
$5.29
DASANI® Bottled Water
$4.00
Minute Maid® Apple Juice
$4.29
Joffrey’s Coffee™ Cold Brew
$4.79
Small Whole Milk
$2.29
Small Lowfat Milk
$2.29
Hot Beverages
Freshly Brewed Joffrey’s Coffee™ Hawaiian Kona Blend
$4.49
Espresso-based Beverages
Espresso, Cappuccino, Caffè Late, or Americano
$4.49 to $5.99
Assorted Twinings® Hot Teas
$4.49
Hot Cocoa by Joffrey’s Coffee™
$4.49
Allergy-Friendly Grab and Go
Croissant
(For Fish/Shellfish, Peanut/Tree Nut, Sesame, Soy Allergies)
$4.29
Cinnamon Bun
(For Fish/Shellfish, Peanut/Tree Nut, and Sesame Allergies)
$4.99
Banana Muffin
(For Fish/Shellfish, Peanut/Tree Nut, and Sesame Allergies)
$4.49
Pineapple-Coconut Bread
(For Fish/Shellfish, Peanut, Sesame, Soy Allergies)
$4.79
Fresh Fruit
(For Gluten/Wheat, Egg, Fish/Shellfish, Milk, Peanut/Tree Nut, Sesame, Soy Allergies)
$4.19
Strawberry Yogurt Parfait
(For Gluten/Wheat, Egg, Fish/Shellfish, Peanut, Sesame, Soy Allergies)
$5.99
Wailulu Bar & Grill Disney Polynesian Lunch and Dinner Menu
Wailulu Bar and Grill has an all day lunch and dinner menu. The food is influenced by “local and indigenous ingredients” of Polynesian Islands.
Starters
Ahi Tuna Crisps
Marinated Ahi Tuna, Crispy Fried Wontons, Avocado Crema, Sriracha-Aïoli, Soy Glaze
$17.00
Sweet Potato Hummus
Crispy Chickpeas, Espelette Pepper Dust, Breadfruit Tostones
$12.00
Musubi
Glazed Spam, Crispy Rice Pearls, Furikake, Sriracha-Honey
$12.00
Grilled Shishito Peppers
Eggplant-Tahini Purée
$11.00
Sticky Pork Ribs
Salt-cured Green Cabbage, Furikake, Jicama Slaw, Pineapple Chips
$15.00
Crispy Chicken Wings
Adobo-marinated, Soy Glaze, Tomato-Fresno Pepper Relish
$15.00
Garlic Shrimp
Smoked Paprika, Black Garlic Emulsion, Garlic-Lemon Butter, Crispy Garlic
$16.00
Mains
Short Rib Loco Moco
Shiitake Mushroom Gravy, Crispy Rice Cake, Fried Egg
$33.00
Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl
Sushi-style Rice, Pickled Cucumbers, Vegetables, Spicy Poke Sauce, Macadamia Nuts with Ahi Tuna
$26.00
Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Poke Bowl
Sushi-style Rice, Pickled Cucumbers, Vegetables, Spicy Poke Sauce, Macadamia Nuts with Grilled Teriyaki Chicken
$22.00
Grilled Tofu Poke Bowl
Sushi-style Rice, Pickled Cucumbers, Vegetables, Spicy Poke Sauce, Macadamia Nuts with Grilled Tofu
$22.00
Grilled Fish of the Day
Green Curry Broth, Jasmine Rice, Chickpeas, Sweet Potato
$32.00
Wayfinder Burger
Two Pressed Patties, American Cheese, Onion Jam, Volcano Sauce, Sweet Bun served with Mac Salad or Sweet Potato Fries
$23.00
Teriyaki Chicken Sliders
Kimchi Slaw, Sweet Bun served with Mac Salad or Sweet Potato Fries
$19.00
Sautéed Shrimp Chow Mein Salad
Charred Cabbage, Shishito Peppers, Hearts of Palm, Pickled Sweet Potato, Sunflower Butter Dressing
$22.00
Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Chow Mein Salad
Charred Cabbage, Shishito Peppers, Hearts of Palm, Pickled Sweet Potato, Sunflower Butter Dressing
$18.00
Grilled Tofu Chow Mein Salad
Charred Cabbage, Shishito Peppers, Hearts of Palm, Pickled Sweet Potato, Sunflower Butter Dressing
$18.00
Marinated Pork Chop
Smashed Potatoes, Bacon Vinaigrette, Kimchi Slaw
$31.00
Dessert
Vanilla Crème Brûlée
with Macerated Berries
$11.00
Chocolate Cake
Salted Caramel Ganache, Coffee-infused Chantilly Cream
$11.00
DOLE Whip® Sundae
Hibiscus Meringue, Macerated Pineapple and Berries
$8.00
Kids’ Appetizers (à la carte)
Sweet Potato Hummus
with Carrots and Cucumbers
$3.25
Apple Slices
with Sunflower Butter
$3.25
Kids’ Create-Your-Own Entrées (choose one)
Grilled Teriyaki Chicken
Served with choice of two (2) Selections and choice of Small Lowfat Milk, Small DASANI® Bottled Water, or Small Minute Maid® Apple Juice
$12.50
Grilled Whitefish
Served with choice of two (2) Selections and choice of Small Lowfat Milk, Small DASANI® Bottled Water, or Small Minute Maid® Apple Juice
$13.50
White Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese
Served with choice of two (2) Selections and choice of Small Lowfat Milk, Small DASANI® Bottled Water, or Small Minute Maid® Apple Juice
$10.50
Cheeseburger
Served with choice of two (2) Selections and choice of Small Lowfat Milk, Small DASANI® Bottled Water, or Small Minute Maid® Apple Juice
$12.50
Kids’ menu items for children ages 9 and younger. Look for the Disney Check icon on printed menus to find options that meet Disney’s nutrition guidelines.
Kids’ Create-Your-Own Selections (choose two)
Steamed Baby Carrots
Steamed Broccoli
Jasmine Rice
French Fries
DOLE Whip® Pineapple
Wailulu Bar & Grill Disney Polynesian Allergy Menu
Allergy-Friendly Starters
Talk to a Cast Member about allergy friendly orders.
Ahi Tuna Crisps
Marinated Ahi Tuna, Crispy Fried Wontons, Avocado Crema, Sriracha-Aïoli, Soy Glaze (For Milk, Peanut, Shellfish Allergies)
$17.00
Sweet Potato Hummus
Crispy Chickpeas, Espelette Pepper Dust, Breadfruit Tostones (For Gluten/Wheat, Fish/Shellfish, Milk, Peanut/Tree Nut Allergies)
$12.00
Musubi
Glazed Spam, Crispy Rice Pearls, Furikake, Sriracha-Honey (For Fish/Shellfish, Milk, Peanut/Tree Nut Allergies)
$12.00
Grilled Shishito Peppers
Eggplant-Tahini Purée (For Gluten/Wheat, Egg, Fish/Shellfish, Milk, Peanut/Tree Nut, Soy Allergies)
$18.00
Sticky Pork Ribs
Salt-cured Green Cabbage, Furikake, Jicama Slaw, Pineapple Chips (For Fish/Shellfish, Milk, Peanut/Tree Nut Allergies)
$15.00
Crispy Chicken Wings
Adobo-marinated, Soy Glaze, Tomato-Fresno Pepper Relish (For Fish/Shellfish, Milk, Peanut/Tree Nut Allergies)
$15.00
Garlic Shrimp
Smoked Paprika, Black Garlic Emulsion, Garlic-Lemon Butter, Crispy Garlic (For Gluten/Wheat, Egg, Fish, Peanut/Tree Nut, Sesame, Soy Allergies)
$16.00
Allergy-Friendly Mains
Short Rib Loco Moco
Shiitake Mushroom Gravy, Crispy Rice Cake, Fried Egg (For Gluten/Wheat, Fish/Shellfish, Milk, Peanut/Tree Nut, Sesame Allergies)
$33.00
Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl
Sushi-style Rice, Pickled Cucumbers, Vegetables, Spicy Poke Sauce, Macadamia Nuts with Ahi Tuna (For Gluten/Wheat, Egg, Milk, Peanut, and Shellfish Allergies)
$26.00
Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Poke Bowl
Sushi-style Rice, Pickled Cucumbers, Vegetables, Spicy Poke Sauce, Macadamia Nuts with Grilled Teriyaki Chicken (For Egg, Fish/Shellfish, Milk, and Peanut Allergies)
$22.00
Grilled Tofu Poke Bowl
Sushi-style Rice, Pickled Cucumbers, Vegetables, Spicy Poke Sauce, Macadamia Nuts with Grilled Tofu (For Egg, Fish/Shellfish, Milk, and Peanut Allergies)
$22.00
Grilled Fish of the Day
Green Curry Broth, Jasmine Rice, Chickpeas, Sweet Potato (For Gluten/Wheat, Egg, Milk, Peanut, Sesame, Shellfish, Soy Allergies)
$32.00
Wayfinder Burger
Two Pressed Patties, American Cheese, Onion Jam, Volcano Sauce, Sweet Bun served with Mac Salad or Sweet Potato Fries (For Fish/Shellfish, Peanut/Tree Nut Allergies)
$23.00
Teriyaki Chicken Sliders
Kimchi Slaw, Sweet Bun served with Mac Salad or Sweet Potato Fries (For Fish/Shellfish, Peanut/Tree Nut, and Sesame Allergies)
$19.00
Sautéed Shrimp Chow Mein Salad
Charred Cabbage, Shishito Peppers, Hearts of Palm, Pickled Sweet Potato, Sunflower Butter Dressing (For Egg, Fish, Milk, Peanut/Tree Nut, Sesame, and Soy Allergies)
$22.00
Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Chow Mein Salad
Charred Cabbage, Shishito Peppers, Hearts of Palm, Pickled Sweet Potato, Sunflower Butter Dressing (For Egg, Fish/Shellfish, Milk, and Peanut/Tree Nut Allergies)
$18.00
Grilled Tofu Chow Mein Salad
Charred Cabbage, Shishito Peppers, Hearts of Palm, Pickled Sweet Potato, Sunflower Butter Dressing (For Egg, Fish/Shellfish, Milk, Peanut/Tree Nut, and Sesame Allergies)
$18.00
Marinated Pork Chop
Smashed Potatoes, Bacon Vinaigrette, Kimchi Slaw (For Gluten/Wheat, Egg, Fish/Shellfish, Milk, Peanut/Tree Nut Allergies)
$31.00
Allergy-Friendly Dessert
Vanilla Crème Brûlée
with Macerated Berries (For Gluten/Wheat, Fish/Shellfish, Peanut/Tree Nut, Sesame, Soy Allergies)
$11.00
Chocolate Cake
Salted Caramel Ganache, Coffee-infused Chantilly Cream (For Gluten/Wheat, Fish/Shellfish, Peanut/Tree Nut, Sesame Allergies)
$11.00
DOLE Whip® Sundae
Hibiscus Meringue, Macerated Pineapple and Berries (For Gluten/Wheat, Egg, Fish/Shellfish, Milk, Peanut/Tree Nut, Sesame, Soy Allergies)
$8.00
Allergy-Friendly Kids’ Appetizers (à la carte)
Sweet Potato Hummus
with Carrots and Cucumbers (For Gluten/Wheat, Egg, Fish/Shellfish, Milk, Peanut/Tree Nut, Soy Allergies)
$3.25
Apple Slices
with Sunflower Butter (For Gluten/Wheat, Egg, Fish/Shellfish, Milk, Peanut/Tree Nut, Sesame, Soy Allergies)
$3.25
Allergy-friendly Kids’ Create-Your-Own Entrées (choose one)
Grilled Teriyaki Chicken
Served with choice of two (2) Selections and choice of Small DASANI® Bottled Water, or Small Minute Maid® Apple Juice (For Egg, Fish/Shellfish, Milk, Peanut/Tree Nut, and Sesame Allergies)
$12.50
Grilled Whitefish
Served with choice of two (2) Selections and choice of Small Lowfat Milk, Small DASANI® Bottled Water, or Small Minute Maid® Apple Juice (For Gluten/Wheat, Egg, Milk, Peanut/Tree Nut, Sesame, Shellfish, Soy Allergies)
$13.50
White Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese
Served with choice of two (2) Selections and choice of Small Lowfat Milk, Small DASANI® Bottled Water, or Small Minute Maid® Apple Juice (For Egg, Fish/Shellfish, Peanut/Tree Nut, Sesame, Soy Allergies)
$10.50
Cheeseburger
Served on an Allergy-Friendly Bun with choice of two (2) Selections and choice of Small Lowfat Milk, Small DASANI® Bottled Water, or Small Minute Maid® Apple Juice (For Gluten/Wheat, Egg, Fish/Shellfish, Peanut/Tree Nut, Sesame, Soy Allergies)
$12.50
Allergy-friendly Kids’ Create-Your-Own Selections (choose two)
Steamed Baby Carrots
(For Gluten/Wheat, Egg, Fish/Shellfish, Milk, Peanut/Tree Nut, Sesame, and Soy Allergies)
Steamed Broccoli
(For Gluten/Wheat, Egg, Fish/Shellfish, Milk, Peanut/Tree Nut, Sesame, and Soy Allergies)
Jasmine Rice
(For Gluten/Wheat, Egg, Fish/Shellfish, Milk, Peanut/Tree Nut, Sesame, and Soy Allergies)
French Fries
(For Fish/Shellfish, Milk, and Peanut/Tree Nut Allergies)
DOLE Whip® Pineapple
(For Gluten/Wheat, Egg, Fish/Shellfish, Milk, Peanut/Tree Nut, Sesame, and Soy Allergies)
Wailulu Bar & Grill Disney Polynesian Drink Menu
This is basically the pool bar at the Island Tower too.
Non-Alcoholic Specialty Beverages
Hibiscus Iced Tea
$5.79
Yuzu Oolong Tea Lemonade
$5.79
Specialty Cocktails
Passion Fruit and Pineapple Daiquiri
Ten to One Caribbean White Rum, Minute Maid® Passion Fruit Orange Guava Juice, Pineapple, Lime
$15.50
Oceania Espresso Martini
Mr Black Cold Brew Liqueur, SelvaRey Chocolate Rum, Joffrey’s Coffee™ Espresso
$16.50
Pandan Gin Gin Mule
Pandan-infused Fords Gin, Lime Juice, Ginger Beer
$15.50
Passion Fruit Garibaldi
Chinola Passion Fruit Liqueur, Campari Liqueur, Minute Maid® Orange Juice
$16.50
Banana Old Fashioned
Michter’s Single Barrel Rye Whiskey, Tempus Fugit Spirits Crème de Banane, Appleton Estate 8 yr Reserve Rum, St. Elizabeth Allspice Dram Liqueur, Angostura Bitters
$17.50
Kula Strawberry Sake
Wildflowers Junmai Sake, Campari Liqueur, Rockey’s Botanical Liqueur, Wild Strawberry
$16.50
Lili’uokalani Mai Tai
Lili’uoakalani Tea-infused Vodka, Jamaican Rum, Passion Fruit, Guava, Lime, Orgeat (Almond), Falernum
$16.50
Hibiscus Margarita
Teremana Blanco Tequila, Sorel Liqueur, Cinnamon Syrup, Hibiscus, Agave
$17.50
Zero-Proof Cocktails
Zero-Proof Piña Colada
Lyre’s Cane Non-Alcoholic Spirit, Coconut Cream, DOLE® Pineapple Juice, Lime
$12.50
Beer (Bottle, Can, Or Draft)
Kona Longboard Island Lager
Kona, HI
$11.50
Kona Hanalei Island IPA
Kona, HI
$11.50
Kona Big Wave Golden Ale
Kona, HI
$11.50
Owl’s Brew Black Tea & Pineapple
New York, NY
$12.75
Modelo Especial Lager
Mexico
$9.75
Yuengling Traditional Lager
Pottsville, PA
$9.50
Bud Light Lager
St. Louis, MO
$9.50
Terrapin Luau Krunkles Passionfruit-Orange-Guava IPA
Athens, GA
$11.25
Maui Brewing Co. Coconut Hiwa Porter
Maui, HI
$11.25
Blue Moon Belgian White Ale
Golden, CO
$10.00
Cigar City Jai Alai IPA
Tampa, FL
$12.25
Angry Orchard Crisp Apple Hard Cider
Cincinnati, OH
$10.75
Athletic Brewing Co Upside Dawn Golden (Non-Alcoholic)
Milford, CT
$8.25
Wine
Kim Crawford ‘Illuminate’ Sparkling
Italy
Bottle
$49.00
Glass
$11.00
La Fête du Rosé
France
Bottle
$59.00
Glass
$15.00
Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc
New Zealand
Bottle
$59.00
Glass
$15.00
Scarpetta Pinot Grigio
Italy
Bottle
$64.00
Glass
$16.00
Protea Chenin Blanc
South Africa
Bottle
$50.00
Glass
$13.00
Evening Land ‘Seven Springs’ Chardonnay
Oregon
Bottle
$75.00
Glass
$18.00
MacMurray Estate Vineyards Pinot Noir
California
Bottle
$70.00
Glass
$17.00
Seghesio Family Vineyards Zinfandel
California
Bottle
$70.00
Glass
$17.00
The Prisoner Red Blend
California
Bottle
$110.00
Glass
$24.00
Simi Cabernet Sauvignon
California
Bottle
$75.00
Glass
$18.00
Hot Beverages
Espresso-based Beverages
Espresso, Cappuccino, Caffè Late, or Americano
$4.49 to $5.99
Assorted Twinings® Hot Teas
$4.49
Freshly Brewed Joffrey’s Coffee™ Hawaiian Kona Blend
$4.49
Hot Cocoa by Joffrey’s Coffee™
$4.49
Hawaiian 100% Kona Press Pot
Featuring Freshly Brewed Joffrey’s Coffee™ (Serves Two)
$10.25
What are the Disney Polynesian restaurants?
This brings the total number of restaurants at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort up to four. There are also some bar and lounge settings, two pool bars and a walk up Dole whip window.
Here are the Disney Polynesian restaurants:
- ‘Ohana – all-you-care-to-enjoy served family style
- Kona Cafe – American fare with subtle Asian influences
- Wailulu Bar & Grill – to go breakast, lunch and dinner with flavors of Polynesia
- Captain Cook’s – quick service all day dining with hot breakfast, stirfries, pizza and more
- Pineapple Lanai – a walk up Dole whip window with casual outdoor seating
- Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto – an indoor, over the top, magical tiki bar where the walls come to life
- Trader Sam’s Tiki Terrace – an outdoor lounge area with string lights, a waterfall and a live musician
- Tambu Lounge – a small bar and lounge attached to ‘Ohana with tropical drinks and light bites
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