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    Sanaa

    4.4 (1.2k reviews)
    PriceyIndian, African
    Closed • 11:30 am - 3:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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    SANAA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Potjie-Inspired
    Sam K.

    I always have a great time here, still a hidden gem at Disney! This is not your typical theme park food. It takes inspiration from Africa and the Middle East, and everything is absolutely delicious. The service always good as you would expect from Disney. The ambiance is next level as with everything Animal Kingdom Lodge. You are fully immersed in the African Savanah, including giraffes roaming next to you as you dine. I got the bread service and the Potjie. Definitely get bread service, you won't regret.

    Bread service
    Mark P.

    Is no lie, we like us some Sanaa! Bread service hits (I really do hate that expression) and the food's really very good so far as resort park food goes. Our service was exemplary this last visit in so they deserve the bump and for making the lunch hamburgerrrr happen on the dinner menu for me. Thank Gods. I was looking forward to that. We lucked in on a rainy day round feeding time so all the animals were milling about; what fun! Parking was easier for us this time too, no stories to report; so's that's good too. Shame we couldn't take the left overs. Nom nom nom yum yum!

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    Alice D.

    Located in Disney Springs, Sanaa was a solid dinner option for folks looking for South Asian style food with decent authenticity. We came based on raving reviews online and while the experience was solid, I feel like my expectations weren't met given the portion size and price. We came with a reservation on a Saturday evening and missed seeing the animals, but were seated near the window which was nice nonetheless. Service was solid and attentive while also being good at pacing the food so it didn't come too quickly or slowly. We got the bread service to share and some samosas, all of which were solid. I will say that it's pricy just for naan and some sauce, but the experience was good. Samosas were also fine. The curries that came out were pretty tiny in my opinion, definitely not filling. While tasty, it wasn't enough, especially given the price. I did like my chicken dish overall though. I don't know if I would come back, but we did have a decent experience. I would opt to perhaps try other restaurants before coming back, but this wasn't a bad meal, just a little lackluster and missed the mark for me.

    Michael R.

    Enjoyable experience for our first meal in Disney. We wished the menu had more variety. The staff was very friendly and accommodating to my toddler. He enjoyed his kids meal. Impressive atmosphere- we saw giraffes, zebras and other animals. They provided my son with binoculars to watch the animals. The bread course was not as good as hyped.

    The cover of the Sanaa menu!
    Adam M.

    Always a great experience here. Great good, great service, and great atmosphere! We come here every time that we visit Disney World!

    Indian-style Bread Service
    Avani P.

    Amazing lunch! Kids loved seeing all the animals, easy to park in the garage, no charge. As long as you have a reservation you enter the resort no issues. From the second you enter the decor, the animals it's like being immediately transported into a safari resort in Africa! Loved everything highly recommended the bread service!! Also love that they are of ours so kid friendly as are most places on disney property!

    Appetizers were already eaten halfway when we were pestered to move twice
    Diana P.

    We made the reservations thru Disney agency , and this restaurant was highly recommended . Our server Austin was very thorough but their computer reservation system did not have our reservation that we changed today from 5.45 pm to 8.24 pm due to late check in . Took 3 person to look puzzled and then when we get tired we ask if they going to seat us as our kids are hungry . They sat us at the bar that has a 8 seater . The 5 of us was relieved to be seated as we have a long day of traveling to Disney world with 2 babies . Kevin our waiter took our appetizer orders and we were happily drinking our wine and test tasting the appetizer when an employee came to ask if we mind sharing our 8 seater table with another family. We politely declined as our kids will have difficulty eating with strangers . Then came the manager Damon, and tell us that we have to give up the other side of the table as this is a common area table . Who cares what table you have , w make reservations for window seats a month or two ago and now we are seated at the bar with a 5 year old and a very hungry and irritable 2 year old and they keep bothering us to give up half the table . So he thinks that being the manager asking we would give in & share our table with strangers ? There are at least 1/2 the dining tables that has been vacated due to the lateness of the dining time . Son in law and I don't like his manner nor tone and couldn't believe Disneyland, a place where dream come true . Couldn't accommodate us with a peaceful dinner time with our 2 little birthday girls . We finally gave in because they are making a scene and I am pass being hungry . This manager has no management nor customer skills , why can't you open other tables for new customers instead of moving us and bothering us like we are being punished for their system loosing our reservations ! Our app still have the reservation but their restaurant doesn't have our name not information. But that manager Damon, took the Worst service person on my books , being traveler for years and tasting cuisines around the world , never had I enjoy the food but has a bad taste of customer service spoils my enjoyment . To Disney. My granddaughters says never eat there ever again in her life , she is only 5 years old .

    Indian-style Bread Service
    Ben P.

    This has been a favorite of our family since it first opened in Kidani Village. The setting doesn't get much better with the theming and being open on one side with windows showing the animals outside. Make sure to ask for a table by the window if possible. The servers are always very helpful and have that Disney level of service. I always recommend asking their recommendations for menu items as sometimes they will let you know of options that are not listed. The food is what always makes us come back here. I think it is virtually impossible to visit this restaurant and not get the bread service. In our last visit, we actually saw a family of three that in my opinion, did it right by ordering two bread services and a couple appetizers. The burger for lunch is a little different but very good and their seasonal salads are always fresh and delicious.

    Jenna K.

    Cool atmosphere and location! If you get table by the window can watch the animals. We got the bread service which was good! The sauces and breads are not in any order or labeled so some were hard to know what it was. The naans were okay, Ives had better. The sauces/chutneys were good lots of different flavors. I got the braised beef and chickpeas for my meal. The beef was very tender and the chickpea side had lots of flavor from the spices Overall decent Indian but not super authentic. There was no spice level options for the dishes. Will say a bit confusing as seemed like Indian food with African ambiance but I guess they are an African Indian fusion.

    Great options for lunch
    Sally R.

    Great experience inside a Disney resort. We came with reservations for lunch on a weekday. It was very busy so make reservations. I politely asked if it was possible to get a table near the window so my baby could see the animals. They were nice and helped me out, especially a lady at the front desk. The place is super cool with windows that allow you see the animals. We saw zebras, giraffes, and different types of birds. Fun! Foosd was a bit pricey but everything was tasty. The beef dishes were my favorites. Butter chicken was a bit sweet. The bread spread was fun. It included different types of naan and many different spreads. It was a great shareable dish. Staff was friendly and helpful. We had a great time and will definitely come again. Tip: of you have a reservation for the restaurant, you get free parking

    Butter chicken
    Bonnie B.

    Been wanting to try Sanaa for a long time, as we love all the other restaurants at this resort and go to them all regularly. Our favorite Disney restaurants are Boma and Jiko. We were excited to try it for lunch one day recently and were very happy with the entire experience. We were greeted with animals outside the window and were distracted by them for quite a while. Quick service in a nicely air-conditioned space was welcoming on a hot day. We tried the bread service and quickly found our favorite dips. YOU MUST GET THIS. It is so much fun and tasty too! I got the butter chicken and my husband got a vindaloo. Both were so very well prepared and enjoyable. Attentive and personable service on par with Disney expectations. We will be back.

    Kofta was amazing
    Lydia C.

    Outstanding lunch at Sanaa. I went with my husband on our anniversary. We had a reservation and arrived about 30 minutes early. We parked in the self parking lot which was free but they also have valet parking. We checked in with the hostess as soon as we arrived and requested window table seating. We were told there's no guarantee but they would try. To our luck, we got the perfect table with a great view. We ordered the bread service and the lamb kofta. Everything was so delicious and my husband loves spice so we also requested the spicy sauce that comes with bread service if you ask for it. Our waitress, Morgan, was amazing. So kind and friendly. She brought out a small complimentary dessert for our anniversary which was delicious and such a lovely way to end an amazing meal. The resort is so beautiful and it was so fun to see the zebras and giraffes walking around. I would love to go back! Thank you to Morgan and the Sanaa team for such amazing hospitality!

    Liz S.

    I can only comment on the mobile ordering, but this was fantastic. While visiting Animal Kingdom Lodge for the Christmas decorations, we decided to finally try the bread service here. Since we could not get a reservation, we opted for the mobile ordering. I had ordered the bread service and lamb meatballs (both appetizers), and they were ready fairly quickly. The bread service was ample for 3 people to share. It came with a variety of dips and breads. I cannot wait to come back to dine inside the restaurant next time.

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    Ask the Community - Sanaa

    Can I use a Disney gift card as a payment method here?

    Yes!

    Can they make the dishes non- or less spicy?

    It wouldn't hurt to ask. I would think so. Just not maybe some of the dips that come with the wonderful breads as I Think they are pre made in large batches.

    Do you have to be in the park to eat here?

    No. Sanaa is located at the Animal Kingdom Lodge, a resort on Disney Property but not located within a park.

    Would you be able to see the animals for a dinner reservation (roughly 6pm)? Or is it better to go for a lunch time/afternoon?

    Yes, as long as the sun is out, there are animals to see. I was just there at 7:PM and saw a giraffe up close to the window.

    I heard they were doing construction and therefore the view of the animals it's not the same. Anyone been there in the past week or so and know the answer to this?

    Was there 2 weeks ago and there was no obstructions to the view of the animals.

    Are there halal meat options?

    Honestly, not sure! I would call ahead

    Can you see any animals at night?

    Yeah

    How many people would the bread service serve? Would we need extra bread for 5 adults and 2 toddlers?

    Yes! I think the larger bread service with 9 sauces (only $2 more, not sure why anyone would get the smaller one with 3 sauces) would be plenty for your group. We have had it several times with three or more adults and have never finished all the… 

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    Boma - Flavors of Africa

    Boma - Flavors of Africa

    4.2(1k reviews)
    0.2 mi•Disney World, Horizons West / West Orlando
    •$$$

    We had some friends in town who were staying at Disney and we met them for dinner. When they…read moresuggested Boma, I was a little nervous because I frankly don't know anything about African food! I'm a pretty adventurous eater, but I was even still a little nervous. I should've known better, it's Disney, they're gonna make sure that things are approachable for a large variety of people and it absolutely was! There were so many dishes that I enjoyed and I got to try new things that were exotic, but not too exotic. They did have some stuff that could be for a little bit more adventurous types, but I had enough things that were fun and different that I felt like I was taking advantage of the African cuisine and not missing out on that opportunity. It is a buffet, it comes with juice, tea, or maybe lemonade? I can't remember exactly, but you can get their POG juice if you want. It was a very large glass of juice, I will say that, more than I could drink! I'm glad that we finally went because I've heard about it for years and I've just never really been interested or willing to go, but this opportunity showed me that it is a wonderful spot.

    This review focuses on breakfast at Boma. Since it's an all-you-can-eat buffet, come hungry…read more Boma can be a little difficult to find because it's located in Jambo House. If you're staying near Kidani Village, the shuttle is usually quicker than walking, especially if you're close to your reservation time. The food was excellent, with a wide variety of African-inspired dishes, an omelet station, ham-carving station, make-your-own yogurt section, desserts, Mickey waffles, and traditional breakfast items. I especially enjoyed sitting near the open kitchen, where we could watch the staff prepare the food. The atmosphere was comfortable--not too bright and not too dark--and the service was excellent. Our coffee cups were never empty. We waited about five minutes after checking in for our early reservation, but by the time we left, the restaurant was packed and several parties were waiting. There are no animal views from Boma, so consider another restaurant at the resort if that's important to you. However, the food quality is excellent, and the value is fair for an all-you-can-eat buffet. Come hungry and enjoy yourself.

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    Boma - Flavors of Africa
    Boma - Flavors of Africa - Complimentary birthday dessert! Vier means "Celebrate"!

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    Complimentary birthday dessert! Vier means "Celebrate"!

    Jiko - The Cooking Place - Jiko - The Cooking Place

    Jiko - The Cooking Place

    4.4(716 reviews)
    0.2 mi•Disney World, Horizons West / West Orlando
    •$$$

    What a treat on Disney property! This quickly became one of my favorite signature dining options…read more The resort is beautiful, the dining room had windows with a view, and the service was amazing! We had an experienced server who was a delight. The giraffe bread was warm and easy to eat a lot of, and the appetizers were great too! I loved the tomato soup, and a friend got the mussels, which had a really nice and unique flavor. I love the inspired dishes here - fun twists on items you'd find other places! The filet entree was one of my favorites on property, and the hype for the Mac and cheese is real! The short rib was well loved also. Dreaming about this meal and will be for awhile!

    Jiko is where it's at if you're looking for an above average dining experience at Walt Disney World…read moreas they are only open for dinner and the menu features some really delicious African inspired cuisine! Coming here they take you through the dinning room where they tell you about the wines with them having one of the largest collections of South African wines outside of South Africa incase you wanna get your drink on! Once we were seated we were given some of what they call giraffe bread and some butter that had a blend of an African spice in it that gave it a bit of tartness to it but it was still good and just hit the flavor profile a bit different but in the best way possible! Once we ordered for me it was all about the bone marrow crusted filet and I must say that was such a flavor packed piece of meat cooked perfectly with just the right amount of sauce on it making for one incredible meal, and if that weren't enough it came on top of some Mac and cheese and that right there was also super delicious some of the best mac I've had in a long time! So I chose to go with one of the enhancement and added the shrimp to my order and let me say these were awesome cooked perfectly with a bit of a chili sauce over them making them a little spicy but not too hot but definitely delicious in their own way! Overall this was a chill vibe to grab dinner on this given night and I definitely hope to return back here again in the future as that was definitely one of the best things I've ever had at Disney!

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    Cape Malay Seafood Curry

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    Tusker House Restaurant

    Tusker House Restaurant

    3.9(688 reviews)
    0.9 mi•Disney World, Horizons West / West Orlando
    •$$$

    Characters aside, this was the best meal we had at Disney World during our trip! The food was…read moreamazing and I was grateful it was buffet-style because there was so much I wanted to try. The green curry shrimp was a clear standout. They also had lots of chicken tenders and mac and cheese for the less adventurous kids. On top of that, the character interactions made this experience even better. It was easily the best part of our toddler's entire trip. I commend the characters because our toddler got so much facetime and every other kid there did too. This restaurant is a must-try if you're at Animal Kingdom! It's worth every penny.

    This review is based on today's visit!…read more Tusker is my choice when think to go to a theme character restaurant at Disney! I love it, but today unfortunately a lot of negative points. First, mickey, goofy, daisy and Donald were amazing, they appeared many times and always bringing magic moments. Our server was bellow average, didn't refill any drink, was kind angry (or tired) Last time to seat was 7 pm, but at 7;20 they closed some food islands and didn't replace the food, also some plates like the beef one was really chewy and dry, well overcooked. For 64 per adult + tip + tax you expect more But still my favorite character restaurant at Disney property, but don't arrive 30 min before the last call as we did.

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    The Mara - The Mara Salad

    The Mara

    3.7(146 reviews)
    0.2 mi•Disney World, Horizons West / West Orlando
    •$$

    The Mara is an easy grab and go spot at this resort if you're staying on the Jambo side. They serve…read morebreakfast & lunch/dinner, close at 11PM. My main issues with the place have to do with inconsistency in sizing, as well as receiving a wrong order. After a long day at the park, the worst thing was definitely grabbing a pick up order and getting to our room-- finding out after the walk it's the wrong order-- to then walk back and they've closed the grill at 10:30pm. This + traveling with an infant was pretty defeating! I think if I stayed at this resort again I might venture off more just based off this experience.

    For a Disney counter service (quick-service) restaurant, The Mara is one of the best on property!…read more They are a little bit tucked away by the pool and other restaurants, but they're worth seeking out if you are staying there. For one, their menu offers some great African-inspired options, like bowls and flatbreads. If you really just want standard fare (burgers, chicken fingers), they have you covered too, but I would strongly advise going for one of their more themed offerings. Their staff is usually pretty friendly and helpful. I've never had any negative interactions. If you're dining in, they have a fairly spacious seating area, which is nicely themed to the resort itself. It's quick-service, though, so a lot of folks seem to take their food to-go. The prices are what you'd expect for Disney dining. You can find options on a budget if you're really focused on that, though. Don't skip dessert! They have seasonal rotating options, plus standard menu items that do not disappoint! I found it very difficult to decide between them, and I was always quite happy with my choices! It's a little hidden, Disney-priced, and does not have an exceptionally big menu, but what they do have is diverse, delicious, and convenient. I really do think this is one of the best counter service options in all of the Disney World Resorts!

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