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Ulu Café

3.8 (203 reviews)
ModerateCafes, Bakeries, Desserts
Open 6:30 am - 9:00 pm

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

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Acai bowl
Stephen S.

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.

Menu as of Dec 2025
Phil C.

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.

Alice Z.

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

Bakery selection
Sharmeen F.

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!

Tropical oatmeal. Delicious
Dora T.

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

Yogurt bowl!
Michelle A.

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!

Mandi R.

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.

Island Farmer's Pizza
M M.

Leaving this review solely for the Island Farmer's Pizza. BOMB AF. And you can order on the Aulani app to pick up!

Moana cookies and cream cupcake
Katie J.

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.

Suzie R.

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.

Veggie flatbread for breakfast
Carla E.

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.

Spam musubi
Trina D.

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.

Poke bowl
Kasinee N.

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!

Mickey musubi by the beach

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My Cafe - Flight of three- highly recommend

My Cafe

4.3(2.2k reviews)
3.0 mi
$$

I ordered the pastel sausage, which I thought was such a fun and unique option--it literally tastes…read morelike Portuguese pasteles in sausage form. It does come as a single link, but it's perfectly portioned for an average breakfast and leaves you feeling full and satisfied without being overly heavy. My husband ordered the country fried chicken and really enjoyed it. The portion size on his plate was especially generous. Of course, we had to try the pancake flight--it was delicious and just the right amount. I love having a variety without feeling overwhelmed. One small note: I ordered a regular drip coffee and found the price a bit steep $5, especially since it only includes one refill--so definitely be sure to ask for it to get your money's worth. Overall, this is a spot we'll absolutely keep coming back to!

Stopped in for a Loco Moco and left feeling like an inconvenience rather than a customer…read more I ordered at the counter and was never offered a place to sit -- despite plenty of open tables. When I was handed a bag and asked if I could eat in, one employee looked to the other, who replied "I guess" -- as if my staying was an imposition. I've been sitting here and haven't been offered so much as a glass of water. To top it off, I ordered my eggs over medium and they came out with a fully hard yolk. A small detail, but it matters -- especially when the rest of the experience is already falling short. Hard to recommend when both the service and the food miss the mark.

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My Cafe - Seating only inside.  We decided to take it to go

Seating only inside. We decided to take it to go

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Kamaaina fried rice

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Countryside Cafe

Countryside Cafe

4.5(1k reviews)
7.0 mi
$$

A hole-in-the wall diner with indoor-outdoor dining with views of the ocean and a sea breeze off…read morethe highway. Plenty of parking, the Cafe is the bottom portion of the building that also houses Lanterns Tavern upstairs, which has a big sign (Countryside Cafe does not have signage). So, if you see Lanterns Tavern, you are in the right place. During my visit, outdoors was full, but inside was basic but quaint and gave off those country vibes one doesn't get that often. The menu has a full range, from eggs, pancakes, loco moco to poke, pork chops and seemingly everything in between. I went the breakfast route and the food was really good - at least that Kalua benedict. It consisted of this perfectly salty Kalua pork, spinach, tomato and perfectly poached eggs on an English muffin, topped with a mild hollandaise. And it was reasonably priced for Hawaii (read less than $20), if I recollect, it was closer to that $15 price point. It came with a heaping side of potatoes (or rice). Service was kind and quick. The bathroom while clean was very basic, just a heads up for those that look for a bit more bougie of bathrooms. Overall, a perfect brunch to fill your belly for a day of adventuring.

Located a few minutes before the Waianae mall, this cafe overlooks the beach and is a quaint…read morebreakfast spot. We sat outside to enjoy the beautiful view, however, there were numerous flies and cats hanging around the seating area. Tip: Don't sit at the outdoor table near the door as you will be constantly hearing the bell ring each time someone uses the door. Food was pretty good. The Kim chee fried rice was tasty but the spice level was pretty mild. Service was fine. No major issues though we did feel a bit rushed. Overall, I probably wouldn't go out of my way to eat here but it's fine if I was in the area. Much rather go to Liliha bakery for the ambiance and service.

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Countryside Cafe - Lilikoi biscuits

Lilikoi biscuits

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Outside eating area overlooking the beach

Island Country Markets at Ko Olina - Menu (14 of 16) as of 8/14/2025

Island Country Markets at Ko Olina

4.2(430 reviews)
0.2 mi
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I loved going to this market in Ko Olina! It's convenient for the days you just want to stay within…read morethe general vicinity. It's an ABC store with a made to order kitchen, so you could order hot food as well. They have monthly specials, coffee and other drink options (milk tea, smoothies, etc) - and all the cute souvenirs you could imagine! If you don't see musubi's out, just ask. They may have some in the back. They also have katsu musubi's ($5). We ordered a few things here and everything was pretty good! Even the loco moco was better than the one at our resort... If you order from the smoothie counter (where they have smoothies, açaí bowls, milk tea, pastries and gelato) - get a punch card. There's $5 off once you get 10 punches. Also, you have to pay for parking. Don't try to pass this up. We've seen the tow truck a few times here, doing their job! Overall, it's a great option away from resort prices!

They were giving out free 2026 calendars today!…read more I wanted to try something nice and hot from the deli section. I ordered a beef stew this time with double rice and in their coffee and smoothie area they had mango sticky rice which I have been wanting to try for a while. It was actually really good! It's like having a drink and snack at the same time. Their ube malasada is very good. You can get 2 for $5. I love this market so much and there are plenty of other places to enjoy in the area. I told myself that I would only spend 30 minutes here, but I ended up extending my parking four times. No regrets and no parking ticket.

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Breakfast until 10:30am

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Menu (10 of 16) as of 8/14/2025

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