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We ate at Ulu cafe everyday during our visit to Aulani. We looove their spam musubi, poke bowls, acai bowls, gluten free muffins, fruit, cookies, and pizza! Their gluten free options are really delicious! We also purchased the reusable Aulani cups that we could refill whenever we wanted. We filled it with water, sodas, coffee, teas, and hot chocolate! The service is also amazing!! Everyone is sooooo nice and helpful. The pricing is Disney pricing but not too expensive. There are tables right outside to sit. They hold a lot of people, so we shared them with other families a few times. The cafe was always clean, organized, organized, and stocked well. *Helpful tip: if you want the mickey mouse shaped spam masubi, you need to line up inside about 15 minutes early before they bring them out at 11am. We lined up at 10:45am and they sold out literally within 5 minutes. They're cute, delicious, and worth the wait! *Helpful tip: they have gluten free pizza crust at no extra charge :) *Helpful tip: They also have a microwave to use if you don't have one in your hotel room :)
This is a great spot by the pool for counter service. I will admit that the wait times can be surprisingly long, but since nearly everything is made to order, it stands to reason. Which I guess is a good thing. The pizza is only okay. One day, Disney will figure out pizza, but this was not that day. It's fine. It's serviceable. But I don't see it making anyone's top 10. I'm sure kids won't complain though. Their fresh made bowls are where it's at though! During my stay, I tried one of each: poke, noodle, and açai. Each one was super fresh, very filling, and delicious. I would definitely order each again! Beware the "hot" chicken & avocado salad sandwich! It's not "hot" like "Nashville hot," but temperature hot! It's just not what we were expecting. The texture was odd as well. I kind of liked it all that said, but just know what you're getting into. The ice machine wasn't working one day, which was also strange, and waiting on your food can take 15 minutes sometimes. The bowls are made right in front of you so they're much faster. And there are takeaway sandwiches and salads too. So it doesn't have to take long to get your meal. There are a handful of picnic-sized benches, and most of the traffic is to-go orders. But it's comfortable enough to eat there. We never had a problem finding or sharing a spot. Overall, it's a solid option with a limited menu and freshly made food. Good for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!
Quick service food - can pick up prepared items, order and pick up freshly made/assembled meal options or order menu items for quick service and to go. There are tables on site ( a few). They are long shared tables and probably accommodate about 50 folks max. I got a 12" cheese pizza for $20 and a Dole Whip for about $6 - paid $29 total for both. Took about 15-20 mins to get pizza and I took it back for my kids to eat in the room/on the balcony looking out over the ocean/pool areas below.
Ulu Cafe is your all-day, resort cafe--everything from breakfast, lunch, snacks, drinks, and dinner. The prices are fair, and the menu selection is pretty good, with plenty of fresh options. The staff were all kind and helpful, and they opened early at 6:30 am. At Aulani, I would visit this cafe at least a couple of times a day because you can purchase a refillable Aulani mug and get fountain drinks, coffee, hot and iced tea, and hot chocolate for free during your stay. It was also the perfect souvenir. That was a great perk during our visit. I also ordered some lunch and dinner on a couple of occasions for convenience. The menu has a good variety, and the quality is decent for resort food. We've ordered pizzas to take to our room or enjoy on the beach or poolside. My family tried the Macadamia Nut-Crusted Catch Of The Day, and they enjoyed it. They have spam musubi available fresh in the morning, but when they sell out, that's it. Get yours early! There are some tables on the patio, and the vibes are nice when it's not too busy. And during the morning, you can grab a table at Off the Hook restaurant if the patio is filled. The grab-and-go food and treats are fresh, and the desserts look amazing, too. You can also purchase a whole cake for special occasions. Whenever the munchies or thirst hit, Ulu Cafe will provide.
Well deserved -- quick and convenient pool‑side bites! ) We had breakfast and lunch at Ulu Café at Aulani, and honestly it was a perfect "pool day" meal stop! Breakfast here was French toast & sausage and a bagel breakfast sandwich -- nothing crazy fancy, but it was totally satisfying (especially eating by the pool -- because everything tastes better with a view ). I loved how convenient the hours are, especially when you're just chilling at the pool and don't want to go far for food. It's a great option if you want something quick, casual, and easy without a sit‑down reservation. Lunch we ordered a cheese pizza and Hawaiian Sun juices -- again, simple and tasty, and perfect when you're in swimwear and ready to eat right by the water . The location is super easy to find too -- right by the Wailana Pool -- which makes it clutch for lazy pool days. A few honest notes: At peak meal times it can get crowded and there's a line, so showing up a little before or after typical breakfast/lunch rush helps a lot. Seating is outside around the cafe and pool -- no fancy indoor dining, but that's part of the vibe! Menu & What They Serve: Ulu Café isn't just breakfast -- it's more like a grab‑and‑go + quick service counter with a rotating selection: * Breakfast favorites like eggs, bacon, French toast, breakfast sandwiches & flatbreads (served around 6:30AM-11AM) * Lunch & dinner options like poke bowls, sandwiches, flatbreads & pizzas (11AM-9PM) * Snacks, pastries, fresh fruit, yogurt, desserts (all day) * Grab‑and‑go salads, wraps, drinks & convenience items too Hours: * Breakfast: ~6:30AM - 11:00AM * All‑day menu (Lunch/Dinner): ~11:00AM - 9:00PM Price Ranges (approx): * Breakfast items (French toast, bagel sandwiches, flatbreads): around $9-$15+ * Lunch items (pizza, sandwiches, poke bowls): around $12-$22+ * Drinks (juices, sodas & refillable mugs): varies, and they have a refillable cup you can use all stay which many guests say is worth it for pool days Why we liked it: Quick + easy -- perfect for heading back to the pool Great poolside location with views Convenient hours for early breakfast or a casual lunch Simple, familiar menu that's kid‑friendly Why it wasn't 5 stars for food: * Not a fine dining experience -- more casual convenience * Lines at peak times can be long -- but worth it for the easy access to food by the pool! If you're planning a pool day and don't want to wander for food -- Ulu Café is awesome. Quick, tasty, easy to find, and perfect for laid‑back Hawaii vibes .
When we're staying at Aulani, this is 1 of our go-to places for grab and go meals, snacks, and anything in between. I love the mobile order feature they have, so pool time is maximized. I absolutely love their poke bowls. Yes, they only have 2 options, original or spicy. Both are really good, though I lean more towards the original poke. You can choose you base, white rice, brown rice, or tossed green. You can choose to add white onions, green onions, cucumbers, and ocean salad as toppings. Avocado is an additional $2. Also you can add fried onions, sesame seeds and unagi sauce. There are lots of grab and go meal options, lots of snack options (including healthy ones), lots of dessert option (including whole cakes). unlimited coffee, tea, and soft drinks if you purchase the $40 reusable cup (definitely worth it if you're staying at Aulani for a while). It does get kind of busy during peak hours (lunch, dinner) but for the most part you go in grab or order what you want, pay, and you're out in 5-10 mins depending on line at the cashier.
Ulu cafe was so convenient during our stay! They have a variety of foods from acai bowls and oatmeal to fresh caught fish and pastries! The absolute hit was the spam musubi of course. They put them out at 11am and they sell out QUICK. I had never tried one before this and omg it was SO good, now I get the hype! The catch of the day was always delicious and fresh, and the keiki (kids) portion was always more than enough. This place is definitely a must if you're staying at Aulani!
Don't get the pepperoni pizza. It is the worst pizza we have ever had. However, the breakfast pizza was a great way to start the day. How could one taste so bad and the other so good makes no sense. We really enjoyed their acai bowls. This is a good place to grab a quick bite to eat. Also, if you want a hot dish like chicken fingers you can go straight to the cash register and order it.
Our go to place during our recent Aulani stay for food when i didn't feel like leaving the resort. It's also super convenient because it's close to the pools and Lazy River There are many offerings for breakfast. Lunch, and dinner. It also looks like you can order a cake if you are celebrating a special occasion. They also now serve Dole whip (pineapple, vanilla, or swirl) What we ordered from there? 12 inch cheese pizza was a popular one. For breakfast we had the tropical açaí bowl and tropical oatmeal which were both delicious. I would have ordered the açaí bowl again the next day but I wanted to try another dining area. My mom did order the oatmeal again. It's topped with fresh fruit such as mangos and bananas. I ordered from the keiki (children) menu and got the French toast which my Lo enjoyed. She also had the keiki chicken tenders with fresh fruit and French fries one evening for dinner. I had the spicy poke bowl with seaweed salad and avocado which was yum! Pole could have been spicier imo. Ulu cafe is also where they sell those very convenient refillable mugs and have the drinks station, I just wish Aulani had more juice options in the drinks station. Service is great. My first time entering Ulu cafe a gentleman was there explaining the process to everyone and making suggestions on how to better utilize our time. So helpful! When I said I wanted to get a dole whip he immediately went to the back and got me one I love that there is a mobile order option for lunch and dinner but i didn't see one for breakfast so I do hope that happens before my next visit. Let's not talk about the prices since this is a Disney resort and you're on vacation. Just enjoy yourself and enjoy the food
Tried lunch here on a rainy day. Was not impressed by the food, the fish sandwich seemed super greasy (deep fried), and comes with fries. Wish we could have substituted the fries with vegetables. Menu doesn't have very many healthy options unfortunately . I also tried the dole whip- which was really good
I might be in the minority here, but I love the Ulu Cafe! We've eaten here for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and it has always been tasty and fast to get our food. The prices are reasonable, in my opinion, considering that it's *Disney* in Hawaii. There's variety and decent grab-and-go options. We loved the customizable poke bowls and the açaí bowls as well. The refillable mugs or stainless steel tumblers double as a souvenir and good way to feel like you're getting a better deal if you have any soda drinkers in your party. Pro-tip, Mickey spam musubis come out at 11am daily and sell out within an hour.
Loved eating here while staying at Aulani! Came here probably at least a dozen times during our 6 day stay! Super clean, quick service food! Expect to pay about on average $20-$25 per item. The food was very good though and quick! Got everything ranging from poke to açai bowls, and pizza and dole whip! Everything was fantastic! read more
We stopped by here on our first day at Aulani to grab breakfast. I went with the eggs and potatoes combo but was surprised to see they all came with pork-based sides. I told the cashier I wanted to substitute but she recommended I just do the eggs and potatoes a la carte as it's cheaper and I don't have to buy food I can't eat. You order at the cashier and then sit outside and wait for your food. Since it's outdoor seating there are dozens of wild birds on the tables looking to get some crumbs. There are signs that say not to feed them but plenty of people do and as a result, they never leave. After a few minutes I received a huge portion of potatoes and eggs. The potatoes were seasoned well and tasted freshly made. It definitely wasn't frozen but chopped and fried locally. The eggs were okay, nothing to write home about but with the right amount of salt, pepper, and hot sauce I found them pretty good. I ended up not finishing the eggs because of how large the portions were. I ended up getting a chocolate croissant to go which was delicious. I would have eaten them all week if they weren't $8. read more
Dole whip! Need I say more? We were staying next door at the villas but stopped by for some dole whip. It was delicious and a generous portion, perfect for 2 to share. Service was quick. There is plenty of seating outside although it was extremely busy. read more
We ate at Ulu cafe everyday during our visit to Aulani. We looove their spam musubi, poke bowls, acai bowls, gluten free muffins, fruit, cookies, and pizza! Their gluten free options are really delicious! We also purchased the reusable Aulani cups that we could refill whenever we wanted. We filled it with water, sodas, coffee, teas, and hot chocolate! The service is also amazing!! Everyone is sooooo nice and helpful. The pricing is Disney pricing but not too expensive. There are tables right outside to sit. They hold a lot of people, so we shared them with other families a few times. The cafe was always clean, organized, organized, and stocked well. *Helpful tip: if you want the mickey mouse shaped spam masubi, you need to line up inside about 15 minutes early before they bring them out at 11am. We lined up at 10:45am and they sold out literally within 5 minutes. They're cute, delicious, and worth the wait! *Helpful tip: they have gluten free pizza crust at no extra charge :) *Helpful tip: They also have a microwave to use if you don't have one in your hotel room :) read more
This is a great spot by the pool for counter service. I will admit that the wait times can be surprisingly long, but since nearly everything is made to order, it stands to reason. Which I guess is a good thing. The pizza is only okay. One day, Disney will figure out pizza, but this was not that day. It's fine. It's serviceable. But I don't see it making anyone's top 10. I'm sure kids won't complain though. Their fresh made bowls are where it's at though! During my stay, I tried one of each: poke, noodle, and açai. Each one was super fresh, very filling, and delicious. I would definitely order each again! Beware the "hot" chicken & avocado salad sandwich! It's not "hot" like "Nashville hot," but temperature hot! It's just not what we were expecting. The texture was odd as well. I kind of liked it all that said, but just know what you're getting into. The ice machine wasn't working one day, which was also strange, and waiting on your food can take 15 minutes sometimes. The bowls are made right in front of you so they're much faster. And there are takeaway sandwiches and salads too. So it doesn't have to take long to get your meal. There are a handful of picnic-sized benches, and most of the traffic is to-go orders. But it's comfortable enough to eat there. We never had a problem finding or sharing a spot. Overall, it's a solid option with a limited menu and freshly made food. Good for breakfast, lunch, or dinner! read more
Quick service food - can pick up prepared items, order and pick up freshly made/assembled meal options or order menu items for quick service and to go. There are tables on site ( a few). They are long shared tables and probably accommodate about 50 folks max. I got a 12" cheese pizza for $20 and a Dole Whip for about $6 - paid $29 total for both. Took about 15-20 mins to get pizza and I took it back for my kids to eat in the room/on the balcony looking out over the ocean/pool areas below. read more
Ulu Cafe is your all-day, resort cafe--everything from breakfast, lunch, snacks, drinks, and dinner. The prices are fair, and the menu selection is pretty good, with plenty of fresh options. The staff were all kind and helpful, and they opened early at 6:30 am. At Aulani, I would visit this cafe at least a couple of times a day because you can purchase a refillable Aulani mug and get fountain drinks, coffee, hot and iced tea, and hot chocolate for free during your stay. It was also the perfect souvenir. That was a great perk during our visit. I also ordered some lunch and dinner on a couple of occasions for convenience. The menu has a good variety, and the quality is decent for resort food. We've ordered pizzas to take to our room or enjoy on the beach or poolside. My family tried the Macadamia Nut-Crusted Catch Of The Day, and they enjoyed it. They have spam musubi available fresh in the morning, but when they sell out, that's it. Get yours early! There are some tables on the patio, and the vibes are nice when it's not too busy. And during the morning, you can grab a table at Off the Hook restaurant if the patio is filled. The grab-and-go food and treats are fresh, and the desserts look amazing, too. You can also purchase a whole cake for special occasions. Whenever the munchies or thirst hit, Ulu Cafe will provide. read more
8 months ago
Well deserved -- quick and convenient pool‑side bites! ) We had breakfast and lunch at Ulu Café at Aulani, and honestly it was a perfect "pool day" meal stop! Breakfast here was French toast & sausage and a bagel breakfast sandwich -- nothing crazy fancy, but it was totally satisfying (especially eating by the pool -- because everything tastes better with a view ). I loved how convenient the hours are, especially when you're just chilling at the pool and don't want to go far for food. It's a great option if you want something quick, casual, and easy without a sit‑down reservation. Lunch we ordered a cheese pizza and Hawaiian Sun juices -- again, simple and tasty, and perfect when you're in swimwear and ready to eat right by the water . The location is super easy to find too -- right by the Wailana Pool -- which makes it clutch for lazy pool days. A few honest notes: At peak meal times it can get crowded and there's a line, so showing up a little before or after typical breakfast/lunch rush helps a lot. Seating is outside around the cafe and pool -- no fancy indoor dining, but that's part of the vibe! Menu & What They Serve: Ulu Café isn't just breakfast -- it's more like a grab‑and‑go + quick service counter with a rotating selection: * Breakfast favorites like eggs, bacon, French toast, breakfast sandwiches & flatbreads (served around 6:30AM-11AM) * Lunch & dinner options like poke bowls, sandwiches, flatbreads & pizzas (11AM-9PM) * Snacks, pastries, fresh fruit, yogurt, desserts (all day) * Grab‑and‑go salads, wraps, drinks & convenience items too Hours: * Breakfast: ~6:30AM - 11:00AM * All‑day menu (Lunch/Dinner): ~11:00AM - 9:00PM Price Ranges (approx): * Breakfast items (French toast, bagel sandwiches, flatbreads): around $9-$15+ * Lunch items (pizza, sandwiches, poke bowls): around $12-$22+ * Drinks (juices, sodas & refillable mugs): varies, and they have a refillable cup you can use all stay which many guests say is worth it for pool days Why we liked it: Quick + easy -- perfect for heading back to the pool Great poolside location with views Convenient hours for early breakfast or a casual lunch Simple, familiar menu that's kid‑friendly Why it wasn't 5 stars for food: * Not a fine dining experience -- more casual convenience * Lines at peak times can be long -- but worth it for the easy access to food by the pool! If you're planning a pool day and don't want to wander for food -- Ulu Café is awesome. Quick, tasty, easy to find, and perfect for laid‑back Hawaii vibes . read more
9 months ago
When we're staying at Aulani, this is 1 of our go-to places for grab and go meals, snacks, and anything in between. I love the mobile order feature they have, so pool time is maximized. I absolutely love their poke bowls. Yes, they only have 2 options, original or spicy. Both are really good, though I lean more towards the original poke. You can choose you base, white rice, brown rice, or tossed green. You can choose to add white onions, green onions, cucumbers, and ocean salad as toppings. Avocado is an additional $2. Also you can add fried onions, sesame seeds and unagi sauce. There are lots of grab and go meal options, lots of snack options (including healthy ones), lots of dessert option (including whole cakes). unlimited coffee, tea, and soft drinks if you purchase the $40 reusable cup (definitely worth it if you're staying at Aulani for a while). It does get kind of busy during peak hours (lunch, dinner) but for the most part you go in grab or order what you want, pay, and you're out in 5-10 mins depending on line at the cashier. read more
1 year ago
Ulu cafe was so convenient during our stay! They have a variety of foods from acai bowls and oatmeal to fresh caught fish and pastries! The absolute hit was the spam musubi of course. They put them out at 11am and they sell out QUICK. I had never tried one before this and omg it was SO good, now I get the hype! The catch of the day was always delicious and fresh, and the keiki (kids) portion was always more than enough. This place is definitely a must if you're staying at Aulani! read more
6 months ago
Don't get the pepperoni pizza. It is the worst pizza we have ever had. However, the breakfast pizza was a great way to start the day. How could one taste so bad and the other so good makes no sense. We really enjoyed their acai bowls. This is a good place to grab a quick bite to eat. Also, if you want a hot dish like chicken fingers you can go straight to the cash register and order it. read more
Our go to place during our recent Aulani stay for food when i didn't feel like leaving the resort. It's also super convenient because it's close to the pools and Lazy River There are many offerings for breakfast. Lunch, and dinner. It also looks like you can order a cake if you are celebrating a special occasion. They also now serve Dole whip (pineapple, vanilla, or swirl) What we ordered from there? 12 inch cheese pizza was a popular one. For breakfast we had the tropical açaí bowl and tropical oatmeal which were both delicious. I would have ordered the açaí bowl again the next day but I wanted to try another dining area. My mom did order the oatmeal again. It's topped with fresh fruit such as mangos and bananas. I ordered from the keiki (children) menu and got the French toast which my Lo enjoyed. She also had the keiki chicken tenders with fresh fruit and French fries one evening for dinner. I had the spicy poke bowl with seaweed salad and avocado which was yum! Pole could have been spicier imo. Ulu cafe is also where they sell those very convenient refillable mugs and have the drinks station, I just wish Aulani had more juice options in the drinks station. Service is great. My first time entering Ulu cafe a gentleman was there explaining the process to everyone and making suggestions on how to better utilize our time. So helpful! When I said I wanted to get a dole whip he immediately went to the back and got me one I love that there is a mobile order option for lunch and dinner but i didn't see one for breakfast so I do hope that happens before my next visit. Let's not talk about the prices since this is a Disney resort and you're on vacation. Just enjoy yourself and enjoy the food read more
Tried lunch here on a rainy day. Was not impressed by the food, the fish sandwich seemed super greasy (deep fried), and comes with fries. Wish we could have substituted the fries with vegetables. Menu doesn't have very many healthy options unfortunately . I also tried the dole whip- which was really good read more
I might be in the minority here, but I love the Ulu Cafe! We've eaten here for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and it has always been tasty and fast to get our food. The prices are reasonable, in my opinion, considering that it's *Disney* in Hawaii. There's variety and decent grab-and-go options. We loved the customizable poke bowls and the açaí bowls as well. The refillable mugs or stainless steel tumblers double as a souvenir and good way to feel like you're getting a better deal if you have any soda drinkers in your party. Pro-tip, Mickey spam musubis come out at 11am daily and sell out within an hour. read more
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The yogurt bowl was incredible! Fresh and my daughter said tier best granola! The bacon was delicious! Great view of the ocean and good scenery! The orange juice had to Jabber been fresh squeezed! read more
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Leaving this review solely for the Island Farmer's Pizza. BOMB AF. And you can order on the Aulani app to pick up! read more
Such a cool spot located right at the Disney Hotel near the pool area. This is a great casual spot to pop in for a quick casual meal on the go. There are also refill bottles they sell to refill with water or soda. I tried the breakfast veggie pizza here, and was not a big fan. It was unique, I'll give them that. There are many Disney themed treats, my top 3 faves were the Mickey shaped brownies and Spam musubis, as well as the chia seed pudding. Tip: The spam musubis and chia pudding sell out fast. I believe the spam musubi is put out around 11, but if you want to guarantee you snag some you should probably be there at least 15 minutes early. read more
We got food from here a few times and it was really good. The employees were nice and friendly. The ambiance was fine. The cinnamon roll I got was nice, fluffy, and the cream cheese frosting was ok. The next thing I got was a chocolate croissant and that was pretty good. I also tried my aunt's breakfast croissant and that was tasty. I then had the Mickey shaped chocolate chip cookie and that soft and a little gooey, but good. The last thing I got from here was a Moana cookies and cream cupcake. It was big and a little messy, but it had a good flavor. I do recommend getting food from here if you're staying at aulani. read more
We went to the Ulu Cafe a lot during our stay at Aulani. Amazing selection of items including a lot of gluten free treats and snacks which makes this girl very very happy! Over the course of our stay we bought the unlimited drink cups...so worth it! There's 3 soda machines right outside on their patio. Gluten free muffin, chia seed pudding, caprese salad, chips, etc. Everyone at this entire resort is sooo friendly and helpful too. read more
2 years ago
Great little grab n go spot. Get there at 11am to grab the spam musubis. Chips are $4. Drink stations are there too. Poke bowl was great! read more
The only thing we came to Aulani's Ulu Cafe for was the Mickey-shaped Spam Musubi. Over the course of our stay, we purchased three of these delicious little concoctions. I really enjoy the occasional Spam musubi so I was really adamant about getting my hands on one of these. I asked about them and they told me they are available daily starting at 11 am. My husband and I were lounging on the beach and I reminded him we needed to make our way over to Ulu around 10:45 am. We arrived about five minutes until 11 and there was already a line. At 11 am sharp, the tray was brought out. There is no limit to how many you can purchase but they only make 3 trays per day. On the first day we grabbed two and a Mickey-shaped brownie. On the next day, my husband nabbed me one as I was packing up our room for check-out. The Mickey-shaped Spam Musubi is still warm when you get one and it was delicious. Mickey-shaped foods just taste better! Is it life-changing? Maybe not, but you need one of these in your life. read more
Ok let's set expectations straight, it's Hawaii, it's Disney's Aulani - so it's expensive, but Ulu cafe is super convenient and offers a decent selection of quick grab and go, poke station, healthy or unhealthy, hot entree, etc options to appease everyone. We came for dinner and then also for quick lunch. For dinner, we had the herb crusted chicken hot entree with two sides (rice and Mac salad) and of course had to get a Dole Whip for dessert. The herb chicken was actually really good. A quartered chicken, nicely seasoned, perfectly cooked where the skin was browned but the meat was tender and cooked thoroughly. Did the Dole Whip taste better than at Disneyland since it was Hawaii? I am not sure, but either way it was delicious. The next day we had to get the Mickey Mouse spam musubis which were a whopping $7 each. Because of the fun shape, it definitely wasn't ideal in terms of spam to rice ratio, but you have to get it and bring it to the private beach for a photo. read more
No 'Ulu found here but a bunch of convenience ready to go! Vacay mode is quite exhausting let along when hanger sets it Ulu Cafe is your best friend as it's filled with everything for everyone weather you're thirsty, graving something sweet, salty or just plain hungry! Majority of the items are all pre-made like fresh fruits, chia seed pudding, cheese and nuts plate, sandwiches, salads or what we had...Poke Bowl! Yes they have three sets to choose from (Classic, Spicy Tuna, or California) or if you're like us..."Build your own" with protein choices of Ahi, Salmon, Shrimp or Tofu to pair with base of Salad, Sushi rice or Brown rice this is the bowl of your dreams. I did choose Salad, Ahi with Spicy Mayo topped with Edamame, Seaweed Salad, Ogo, Cucumber, Jalapeño, they were out of Inamona (kūkui nut) and along with a can of Hawaiian Sun this was a the perfect bowl...in my opinion. With a bunch of seating to choose from either at the cafe or along side the various pool it's a matter of view and location that's just so shady! The service here is very friendly talking as we assembled our poke bowl it's the best casual place to be the whole vibe and ambiance is golden. Thank you! read more
9 months ago
This is a great place to go for a quick service breakfast, lunch, or dinner. There are many options to choose from including hot foods, cold foods, snacks, treats and beverages. This place is well organized so it's not hard to find the items you want and everyone is friendly and helpful. I ordered the Kalua Pork Flatbread and Mickey Musubi. The Kalua Pork Flatbread was delicious and I highly recommend it. All the flavors of the flatbread combined made it so savory and sweet and I really liked that it was topped with cilantro. The freshness from the herb helped balance all the flavors. The Mickey Musubi is a must purchase! It's so cute and I love that it's a special snack specifically at Aulani. Also it's really good! read more
1 year ago
Our go to shop for all our snacks and pizza. Bowls were good, pizza was good, and the variety of snacks were good. The only disappointment was the Mickey Spam Musubi was only served at 11 and they only made 100. If you didn't get in line early you missed out. That should be an item they serve all day for it being so popular. The best part was the reusable cups. Best decision we made, saved us so much money to use on other things we really wanted to do. Perfect location, right by the pools. read more
5 months ago
4 years ago
8 DOLE WHIPS IN 4 DAYS -- that's how much I love Ulu Cafe! An absolutely MUST-visit, especially if you're staying at the Aulani Resort! This is where you'll find those iconic resort foods and it's a great place to grab a meal/snack for any time of day. They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner options every day. Also, Ulu Cafe is one of the food places that are open later, since most places at the resort close at 5 or 6pm. Also, everyone who works there is really nice!?! Me and my sister made several trips over our 4-day stay and the workers here are just the nicest ever. Our first night, we dropped in for dole whips at 8:50pm (they close at 9). The employee who gave us our swirl gave us the BIGGEST soft serve swirl I've ever seen. (I swear, the swirl above the lip of the cup was taller than the cup itself, it was crazy.) Anyway, be nice to the employees, they'll be nice to you! Blueberry Cream Cheese Scone: 3/5 It's one of the better pastry options in my opinion, and it's good to snack on or hold you off until you get a real meal in you. Had fun eating this on the beach tho! Flatbreads: 5/5 Solid dinner choice, and not too expensive either! It was around $18 per flatbread and it can be shared with others. I don't remember which kinds I ate, but I really enjoyed all the options I had. Mickey Ice Cream Sandwich : 5/5 Get it! If you love Mickey-shaped things, get this. It tastes exactly like an ice cream sandwich, but it's adorable. But I'm also biased bc I love Mickey-shaped things haha. Mickey Spam Musubi: Get it!! The spam musubi is served around 11am and is usually sold out by noon. They're adorable and can be easily kept and saved for later. They taste good and are easy to snack on. I bought one and brought it with me on a flight back home, then ate it after landing. Much recommend! P.S. And it's definitely true -- everything tastes better Mickey-shaped. My favorite eatery at Aulani and I loved taking my food around to eat on the beach or in our hotel room! Highly recommend! read more
A little chaotic but had a day off at Ko Olina and decided to stop by for some breakfast after walking the lagoons. First off, it's Aulani so prices will be high, I got the breakfast platter for $21 with Aulani potatoes, scrambled eggs and Portuguese sausage, I was pleasantly surprised with the amount of food and the food was good. I also got a $6 cup of coffee which you get at the register. I learned that all of the hot food is ordered at the register as you pay, if you want a fancy coffee you order at the açaí bowl/poke counter but if you just want a plain brewed coffee (not a kona coffee or iced coffee) you order at the register. I took off a star because it's very chaotic in there, nowhere does it say where to order the coffee depending on which type you wanted, if you mistakenly stand in the long cashier line and wanted kona coffee instead of plain drip coffee, you need to get out of line and go stand in the açaí bowl line. The signage isn't clear. Also after you pay, there really isn't a clear waiting area for your food or enough space to wait. It's a chaotic mess of someone popping out from the side of the building every few minutes calling your name all over the front of the restaurant, it would be better if there was a clear pick up counter. This is a good option though for a lower priced breakfast option other than the Aulani sit down breakfast buffet which you need advanced reservations. The cute mickey shaped cookies and brownies and cute desserts are a treat for any Disney fan and average about $6 each. It's a nice place to stop by if you want breakfast after strolling the Ko Olina lagoons. read more
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92 Ali'inui Dr
Kapolei, HI 96707
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