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    Capt. Cook's

    3.6 (190 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican
    Open 7:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Outdoor seating

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    They put chips on their soda cups, give you ONE refill, and don't allow you to get that one refill after an hour. Beware.
    Louisa M.

    Capt. Cook's is the Polynesian Resort's quick service snack bar. It's located by the main areas, so it's very convenient. As with most things Disney dining, it's overpriced and mediocre. And let's be honest: the only reason I ever go here is to hang out while I'm waiting for my seat at Trader Sam's to be ready! There's a large indoor seating area with picture windows that look out onto the Polynesian property. Lush trees give a tropical vibe, and the outdoor dining patio is also nice when it's not raining or super hot and humid. This is a strictly "grab-and-go" spot with a unique menu that also has family-friendly favorites (chicken noodle soup, macaroni and cheese, chicken fingers and burgers). If you're looking for something a little more "elevated" (and I use that term loosely here), they have pizza style flatbreads, rice and noodle bowls, and unusual items like coconut meatballs and pork sandwiches. The place is very friendly and welcoming, and I recommend you use the Disney app for mobile ordering. Capt. Cook's is a great mobile order spot: it's fast, accurate, and there's no long wait in line when you're tired and hungry. If you haven't been to WDW in a while, I have some disappointing news for you: you can no longer get Dole Whip at Capt. Cook's. I know, I know. I remember the days of the SELF SERVICE Dole Whip machine here. Disney's just messed everything up! Even more annoying is that when you purchase a soda here, they give you ONE refill. How do they monitor that? Well, the soda cups have chips built in the bottom. Yes, on the PAPER SODA CUPS!!! Come on, Disney, you're charging me close to $6 for a tiny little drink cup and I can't refill it more than ONCE? This is the main reason for my low star rating of Capt. Cook's! I will say again that every single time I have been here, the service is fast and friendly. Cast Members here seem to keep things running smoothly even when the place is packed, making Capt. Cook's one of the most painless places to grab a quick snack.

    Grab-and-go chicken Caesar!
    Chris P.

    I loved coming here! It gets busy but the food comes pretty quick! Nice selection of grab-and-go and Polynesian themed foods available! I highly recommend getting the pineapple cupcake and the Thai Coconut Meatballs!

    Mickey Waffles
    Madison K.

    Stopped here for breakfast before going to Magic Kingdom. I like how it feels more elevated than a budget resort cafeteria as you have to order your food at a counter and they will bring it to you. On the other hand, I like the variety of options at a budget resort. oh well. I ordered the Mickey waffles with sausage. I would've preferred an à la carte Mickey waffle with eggs or something but I didn't really have a lot of time to process my order. The food came pretty quick, although I had to get up a couple times to visit the coffee dispenser as they were brewing more the first time. The cafe felt Polynesiany but it's no Ohana. I mean, I wasn't going for the ohana experience- I needed a quick breakfast. It worked for that but I wish it felt more Polynesiany.

    Pan-Asian Noodles and Vegetables
    Tiffanie E.

    We frequently visit Capt. Cook's when visiting WDW, and enjoy their noodles! We also tried the flatbread pizza this time and it wasn't bad. The service is pretty decent and the decor matches the theme of the hotel. It's a little pricey, but it's Disney.

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    Adrian F.

    Every great hotel has that one "casual" spot where you expect frozen pizza and end up questioning your life choices. Captain Cook's is not that place. This is the Polynesian's quick-service joint, and somehow it's better than 90% of the restaurants people line up for in Orlando. First off, the menu reads like a fever dream cooked up after too many Dole Whips. Pulled pork nachos? Yes. Tonga Toast for breakfast? Legendary. Thai coconut meatballs? Random but delicious. Flatbreads? Of course, because you need something to soak up all the rum from Trader Sam's before you crawl back to your room. The star of the show? The Aloha Pork Sandwich--juicy, messy, unapologetic, and best eaten while sitting on the patio pretending you live here full-time and not just for three days until your credit card bursts into flames. Pair it with house-made chips and suddenly you're not in a hotel cafeteria--you're in some weird alternate universe where quick service actually slaps. And let's not ignore the fact that you can get Dole Whip right outside. This is basically Disney's way of saying: "We know you're not leaving this property, so here's sugar and pineapple in frozen form. Shut up and be happy." The vibe? Chill. It's the place you wander into barefoot at 2 a.m. after Trader Sam's, order pork nachos, and swear it's the best meal of your life--until you do it again the next night and realize you weren't hallucinating. Captain Cook's is what happens when Disney takes "fast food" and quietly makes it gourmet. It's cheap by Disney standards, it's good by any standards, and it might be the best reason to stay at the Polynesian (besides watching fireworks on the beach with a Dole Whip in hand). Captain Cook may have been a colonialist, but his namesake cafeteria? Straight-up legendary.

    Sean M.

    It's something different ok! I'll grab a bite here over the regular Disney quick service any day. In short; I love the pulled pork nachos. I don't like the noodles (shrimp or vegetables) too wet for me. I think the spicy chicken is pretty good, nice spice. The decor is meh, but it's quick service and not supposed to be anything fancy. The staff is, as always, polite and friendly. As far as price goes, it's about $11-15 per order so pricey, but in-line with regular Disney quick service.

    Tonga Toast
    Lauren H.

    I finally stopped in to try the Tonga toast and it did not disappoint! Well, mostly. I did try to cut into the outside and the crust was a bit tough. Almost a bit stale. Once I made it to the soft center, I couldn't stop eating it! I love a good cinnamon and sugar waffle, French toast, anything! Side note, the bacon is always yummy at Disney!

    Stacy F.

    Located inside of the Polynesian resort this quick serve restaurant is easy to grab a snack or full meal. To find this spot you'll walk down the left hallway if you're coming from the check-in area. You'll pass a bathroom area and then see it straight ahead. They have a display menu board overhead that you can glance through as you wait in what is usually a pretty short line. They do have some cold case options like fruits, pastries, drinks, and salads. If you're on the lookout for a fun Disney dessert, they have cute cupcake offerings in this case as well. The staff is very good about moving the line quickly and offer the Disney service one comes to expect from the mouse. They offer indoor and outdoor seating, but as it's regularly hot in FL, you'll most likely want an inside option. The seating area is small, and it can sometimes take a minute to get a seat. Overall: A- Solid quick serve option for guests staying at the resort or just passing through it.

    Delicious!!!
    Humberto S.

    Whenever we go to Disney, we make it a point to stop by here for the Thai coconut meatballs. Since discovering them many years ago, they have NEVER failed in how delicious they are. Even during the pandemic, my wife has gotten so close to replicating them at home - that's how good they are. Its mouth watering as I write this. Get a taste and experience the sweetness, tenderness, spiciness, and flavor. Delicious all the way. Leaves you wanting more.

    Spicy Korean chicken bowl - crispy chicken strips covered in gochujang sauce over steamed rice and cucumber namasu
    Matt P.

    This is the restaurant inside the Polynesian resort. The island theme runs throughout the food options here. I went with the spicy Korean chicken bowl, which was crispy chicken strips covered in gochujang sauce over steamed rice and cucumber namasu. For $12.99 the portion size was decent, enough to fill me up. The spicy sweet gochujang sauce paired well against the tangy cucumbers. Tables were difficulty to come by so be prepared to stand or keep circling around for a table to open up. Depending where you sit, you can get a nice view of the pool and waterslide area. If you're staying in the Polynesian and need a quick bite to eat before you hit the parks, stop by Capt Cook's.

    Pulled Pork Nachos

    I've been going to Disney for two decades and we always make a stop at Capt Cooks for at least one breakfast and one dinner. We love their pulled pork nachos with house-made chips, wonton chips, and delicious toppings. However, on our most recent visit, we were given a brick of mush. They have swapped their house-made chips for Lays, which were soggy the second they were topped. It was impossible to eat. Not only that, the pulled pork was noticeably different and tasted like the frozen pulled pork you can get at the grocery store for a couple bucks. I went and inquired with a cast member about the chips as I had assumed that they had simply run out and used these as a replacement. She said that they made the change a few months ago, and they field complaints every single day about them. Such a shame. It was such a great spot.

    Thai Coconut Meatballs and Rice
    Johanna S.

    The place was beautifully decorated as you would expect from a Disney restaurant. It was huge but a little loud. The staff were nice and friendly. We ordered the Korean Chicken Bowl and the Coconut Meatballs and Rice. The Korean bowl was sweet and too sour. It has a nice texture though. The meatballs were okay you can definitely taste the coconut. My son ordered the chicken strips kids meal and it came with fries, cookie and a drink.

    Pulled Pork Nachos
    Bethany G.

    The Nachos are 100% worth the hype! They are delicious and you should definitely try them. Capt. Cooks also has a delicious Caesar salad. The only negative is that the indoor seating is very limited. You may have a hard time finding somewhere to sit inside if you go during peak times. I will definitely be back to try these again!

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    Capt. Cook's - tradamerican - Updated July 2026

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