Trader Sam's Enchanted Tiki Bar

Trader Sam’s in Disneyland is an absolute gem! The ambiance is immersive and fun, perfectly capturing the spirit of adventure. Kelly, our bartender, made the experience even more special. His friendly demeanor and expert recommendations helped us navigate the creative cocktail menu. Each drink was not only delicious but also beautifully presented. Kelly’s attentiveness and passion for her craft truly enhanced our visit. I can’t wait to return for more enchanting drinks and delightful service!

Published 3 months ago

Get a seat inside and enjoy the show. Some drinks are interactive. The staff is fun and the food was pretty good for being at a Disney property. Definitely worth going to on a trip to Downtown Disney.

Published 3 months ago

Finally took the time to check out this gem at the Disneyland hotel and so glad we did. Service was great and the atmosphere was so so fun. The decor was similar to the jungle cruise and every time someone orders a fun drink it triggers an experience like a shipwreck or volcanic explosion. It’s basically lights and sounds but still very cool for the kiddos. Also the food was great - highly recommend the shrimp tempura and our server Devon was wonderful!

Published 7 months ago

My husband and I have been here twice now and haven’t been disappointed! This place can be a little difficult to get reservations for, but I did notice last time we were there it wasn’t as difficult to get an outdoor table. The staff is so kind and attentive. The food and drinks are always amazing. The cups that are available for purchase are a little expensive, but the quality makes it totality worth it. Highly recommend checking this place out!

Thought I’d update my review and say the menu has changed a bit sadly. The plates now only come with vegetables and rice. The macaroni salad is gone which I really enjoyed with their food. We still stop here every now and then since we are at Disney often, but it’s not entirely the same as it was sadly. Still recommend this place, just miss their old menu.

Published 10 months ago

What can I say about Trader Sam's?! It's the quintessential tiki bar mixed with Disney magic you are sure to have a great time. The drinks are definitely the star of the show. I've never had a dud of a drink there. The food is okay, nothing too crazy there but the glassware and atmosphere more than make up for it. Love this place!

Published 4 months ago

Cool atmosphere but it all depends on if other people buy drinks.

The food was pretty good but the server was lifeless. She barely stopped by our tables and didn’t show any emotion. We came to celebrate my wife’s birthday and even put it in the reservation but she didn’t acknowledge it whatsoever. The poor service was enough to make this a once and done experience. Just do the quick service outside the restaurant so you don’t have to deal with grouchy people!

Published 5 months ago

So, my wife and I had just finished a long day at Disneyland for our anniversary. We wanted to get a reservation for Trader Sam's, but it was already booked up, so we decided to take our chances and do a walk-up. We were fortunate and got in about 10 minutes after we walked up.
We were seated outside and were happy for that, as the inside bar was loud and crowded. We did not want that for our dinner after a busy park day.
Our server came by shortly after we sat down and took out drink orders. We decided to get our requisite waters and my wife got the Piranha Pool, complete with the souvenir mug.
Our drinks arrived shortly after and she took our food order at the same time. We decided to get the Kalua-style Pork Nacho Poutine as an appetizer and my wife ordered the Hawaiian Platter for an entree while I got the Poke Bowl with Salmon.
The appetizer came out about 10 minutes later and it was amazing! The sweet potato fries were tasty when combined with the pork, cheese, and aioli. Our entrees were on the table in short order and were very well received!
My wife's platter had amazing short ribs that paired well with the veggies and rice. My Poke bowl was an impressive size compared to others I have had in the past. The salmon paired well with the toppings and other fillings and it was delicious!
Overall, Trader Sam's was a winner. I would even go out on a limb and say it is superior to the one in Florida's Disney World. The food selection is better and they have a more festive atmosphere. We will definitely be back if given the chance!

Published 7 months ago

While visiting Disneyland, we went to downtown Disney and stopped in at Trader, Sam's Tiki Bar, for a drink. I ordered a Bloody Maria, and my daughter ordered the Piranha Pool. The bartender was very friendly and made great drinks for us. The price of the drinks was a little ridiculous but what do you expect when you're at Disneyland.

Published 3 months ago

Drinks are great. Avoid the food. Small menu but the drinks are delicious. A little pricey, but worth for the experience. Our party of 4 each got something to eat. Someone got the ramen, I got the Kalua pork nachos, someone got the gyoza, and someone got the Hawaiian Platter. Nothing about the Kalua pork tasted like Kalua pork. Big let down considering Ive had Kalua pork in Hawaii and the flavors are amazing. This however, was a flop. The ramen - meh. The gyoza was decent but the serving was pathetic, especially at that price. And the Hawaiian platter was average. The platter is probably the best bang for your buck, too. Would I come here again? Probably not.

Published 2 months ago

Drinks here lean really sweet and food is pretty expensive for mid food. Youre definitely there for the fun atmosphere. Tiki decor is always really cute though. Wait is always pretty long so plan ahead and make a reservation or head there early to get on the wait list. Sometimes it may be hard to get servers attention during the rushes.

Published 2 months ago

Published 3 months ago

The scenery is great! Hawaii vibes.. burger was great. Small issue and they handled it right away and excellent service.

Published 3 months ago

Halloween 2024 was our first time going to Trader Sams. I dont know where to begin, but we cant wait to go back! Roy was beyond amazing! The entire team was great, but Roy! Phenomenal!

Published 3 months ago

Spending time at Trader Sam s is always fun. The WDW location is better but this one is much easier to get in to, so take your pick you will have fun either way.

Published 3 months ago

While visiting Disneyland, we went to downtown Disney and stopped in at Trader, Sams Tiki Bar, for a drink. I ordered a Bloody Maria, and my daughter ordered the Piranha Pool. The bartender was very friendly and made great drinks for us. The price of the drinks was a little ridiculous but what do you expect when youre at Disneyland.

Published 3 months ago

What happened to Trader Sams at the DLH? Long time visitor this place. Finally went back after a year and had the WORST cheeseburger I have ever eaten. Overly cooked, no season, etc. The old fried green beans are also gone. $48 for a cheeburger, fries (not bad), and one cocktail. The cast members were great as usual, but that is not enough for me to ever come back.

Published 3 months ago

Published 3 months ago

Great place for a relaxing drink and an appetizer.

Published 3 months ago

If you can get in this is the Best Tiki Bar Ever! Great bartenders and delicious tropical beverages.

Published 3 months ago

Food was amazing and our server, Juan, was so sweet, attentive, funny and overall just a great guy!

Published 3 months ago

Trader Sam s in Disneyland is an absolute gem! The ambiance is immersive and fun, perfectly capturing the spirit of adventure. Kelly, our bartender, made the experience even more special. His friendly demeanor and expert recommendations helped us navigate the creative cocktail menu. Each drink was not only delicious but also beautifully presented. Kelly s attentiveness and passion for her craft truly enhanced our visit. I can t wait to return for more enchanting drinks and delightful service!

Published 3 months ago

Incredibly themed and highly coveted bar!! I love that you can make reservations here in DL instead of the walk-up at WDW. I got the tiki tiki tiki tiki rum drink in the barrel mug (you can swap drinks/souvenir mugs). We ordered the pu pu platter shown in the picture and hawaiian cheeseburger (no picture)

Published 3 months ago

Get a seat inside and enjoy the show. Some drinks are interactive. The staff is fun and the food was pretty good for being at a Disney property. Definitely worth going to on a trip to Downtown Disney.

Published 3 months ago

Great cocktails and extra fun atmosphere

Published 3 months ago

My husband and I have been here twice now and haven t been disappointed! This place can be a little difficult to get reservations for, but I did notice last time we were there it wasn t as difficult to get an outdoor table. The staff is so kind and attentive. The food and drinks are always amazing. The cups that are available for purchase are a little expensive, but the quality makes it totality worth it. Highly recommend checking this place out! Thought I d update my review and say the menu has changed a bit sadly. The plates now only come with vegetables and rice. The macaroni salad is gone which I really enjoyed with their food. We still stop here every now and then since we are at Disney often, but it s not entirely the same as it was sadly. Still recommend this place, just miss their old menu.

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What can I say about Trader Sams?! Its the quintessential tiki bar mixed with Disney magic you are sure to have a great time. The drinks are definitely the star of the show. Ive never had a dud of a drink there. The food is okay, nothing too crazy there but the glassware and atmosphere more than make up for it. Love this place!

Published 3 months ago

Left disappointed as I ordered a beverage with the mug. They ended up giving me the wrong mug and I didn t have time to go back as I was flying home - when I noticed while packing.

Published 3 months ago

Published 4 months ago

Fun drinks, souvenir drink containers if you want them, amazing atmosphere.

Published 4 months ago

Love finding time to go here whenever possible. The cheesy act when ordering special drinks will never get old to me, the tiki mugs are fun to collect, and the drinks and food are good..

Published 4 months ago

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Published 4 months ago

Cool atmosphere but it all depends on if other people buy drinks. The food was pretty good but the server was lifeless. She barely stopped by our tables and didn t show any emotion. We came to celebrate my wife s birthday and even put it in the reservation but she didn t acknowledge it whatsoever. The poor service was enough to make this a once and done experience. Just do the quick service outside the restaurant so you don t have to deal with grouchy people!

Published 4 months ago

I love it!!

Published 4 months ago

Normally love Trader Sams. Today we asked for a to go container for the food we didnt finish. Ten minutes later we were advised our food was thrown away.

Published 4 months ago

Yeah, I dunno. I dont think I enjoy it as much as the Florida version. Nobody seems to be having quite as much fun here, workers included. Maybe because we were there right before the strike. Either way, the whole vibe seemed a tad forced, and our drink seemed a bit smaller as well. I dont think well make this Trader Sams a must-do stop like we do in Florida.

Published 4 months ago

I had the chance to dine outdoors, but the real treat is inside, although it took too long to get a table. If you get the chance, be sure to visit the restroom to check out the interior. The drinks are great and memorable. While the food choices are limited, they are secondary to the experience, which feels like dining in a tiki room.

Published 5 months ago

The atmosphere is great, Disney magic at work. The food was delicious and the drinks were great! The service was superb!

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Published 5 months ago

Had a really disappointing visit here. It was our first day and didn t have a park pass so we spent the evening in downtown Disney with a sole plan to eat/drink at Trader Sam s. We waited 10min on the Disney app which was great but once we were seated inside at the bar we didn t get service for 20mins. Once we had service we were asked for photo ID s (I am 32 my girlfriend is 29) Because we weren t American (We are Canadian) they needed a second piece of ID which would have meant our passports we left in our hotel room. Not providing a second piece of photo ID we were refused service. We spent the remaining 4 days at Disneyland/DCA without showing ID for any drinks. Disneyland website states it requires only 1 ID for anyone over 21

Published 5 months ago

Tasty drinks and a fun atmosphere

Published 5 months ago

My husband and I are huge disney fans! Weve been wanting to come here for SO long! Finally this trip we made it happen! Sadly, this is the first time with ANYTHING disney related that we were disappointed. It was extremely small, but that is okay. The menu was very fun and had 3 non-alcoholic drinks. But the major issue was our server. WOW, I have never had such rude, careless, slow service ever in or even near a disney park. It was baffling, honestly. We were so excited, we sat down, he introduced himself in a mumble and we asked how his day has been and he answers with terrible. Then proceeds to take our drink order, never come back to take our food order, mind you this place is TINY he walked by many times and we say excuse me and at first we thought he couldnt hesr but it became very obvious we was IGNORING us. Finally, he took our food order and then again with the impossible game of getting our check! Once we had the check, we thought finally we could LEAVE well, no! He LOST OUR CREDIT CARD?! When he brought the black check thing back, we signed the receipt and realized there was no credit card. We asked him, and he literally just said, What do you mean? He fumbles around the floor looking and then goes to the back for like 2 minutes and is like oh I left it back there. No apology, nothing, just a here ya go. I really do hope this was a one-time thing for this server. I know disney sets much higher expectations for things. But it RUINED our experience. My husband was heartbroken by the lack of magic and absolute carelessness. He said he doesnt even want to go back to Trader Sams. The food was great, the drinks were good. We ordered 2 non alcoholic drinks and 1 plate to share. It took over 90 minutes to get those few items, and there were like a dozen ppl inside, so it wasnt the best experience.

Published 5 months ago

Fun spot inside Disneyland Hotel. The parking crew made this very easy! Nice atmosphere, fun drinks and the food was good too. The staff was very nice. Shirley made a great drink!

Published 5 months ago

Good service and drinks!

Published 5 months ago

Don t waste your time coming here. We spent $80 on an Uber and spend over an hour to get here and they rejected to serve us alcohol because they wouldn t accept our ID, since it s not a passport or an American ID. To treat your customers like this without shame is just so inhumane that this review doesn t even deserve one star.

Published 5 months ago

Published 6 months ago

So, my wife and I had just finished a long day at Disneyland for our anniversary. We wanted to get a reservation for Trader Sams, but it was already booked up, so we decided to take our chances and do a walk-up. We were fortunate and got in about 10 minutes after we walked up. We were seated outside and were happy for that, as the inside bar was loud and crowded. We did not want that for our dinner after a busy park day. Our server came by shortly after we sat down and took out drink orders. We decided to get our requisite waters and my wife got the Piranha Pool, complete with the souvenir mug. Our drinks arrived shortly after and she took our food order at the same time. We decided to get the Kalua-style Pork Nacho Poutine as an appetizer and my wife ordered the Hawaiian Platter for an entree while I got the Poke Bowl with Salmon. The appetizer came out about 10 minutes later and it was amazing! The sweet potato fries were tasty when combined with the pork, cheese, and aioli. Our entrees were on the table in short order and were very well received! My wifes platter had amazing short ribs that paired well with the veggies and rice. My Poke bowl was an impressive size compared to others I have had in the past. The salmon paired well with the toppings and other fillings and it was delicious! Overall, Trader Sams was a winner. I would even go out on a limb and say it is superior to the one in Floridas Disney World. The food selection is better and they have a more festive atmosphere. We will definitely be back if given the chance!

Published 6 months ago

Had the opportunity to eat outdoors. The true treat is indoors but took too long. However you should go to restroom to see inside. Great drinks. Memorable. Food choices are small but its a secondary. Basically like eating in the tiki room. Parking: Nothing free. If you went to park or at hotel you are fine. If you are coming just for this good luck. Best option mat be downtown Disney parking. But there is no validation. There are ways. Ask around while there.

Published 6 months ago

Finally took the time to check out this gem at the Disneyland hotel and so glad we did. Service was great and the atmosphere was so so fun. The decor was similar to the jungle cruise and every time someone orders a fun drink it triggers an experience like a shipwreck or volcanic explosion. It s basically lights and sounds but still very cool for the kiddos. Also the food was great - highly recommend the shrimp tempura and our server Devon was wonderful! Vegetarian options: Impossible burger and salads Kid-friendliness: Kids meal options

Published 6 months ago

I have been excited to eat here for awhile and got the chance to today! I was alone and was sat literally behind a post at the bar very limited space to eat or visibility of staff or people it was a very awkward seat and not a great start to my experience. The staff was wonderful and (from what I could see around the huge post 3 inches from my face) the atmosphere was very nice. I ordered the Hawaiian platter (after arriving 5 minutes after the restaurant opened) and received my food within minutes; which usually wouldn t be a complaint for me, but everything was ice cold. Spending that kind of money for food and drinks to not have the highest quality (along with not so great seating) was disappointing to say the least. Everyone s experience will be different - I do not discourage nor encourage anyone to visit, but do hope they step up their game when it comes to food quality and seating their customers properly.

Published 6 months ago

Published 6 months ago

Come here often. Recently got the matterhorn mug. Wait time can be long, if your staying at the hotel it is nice, can get drinks late into the night. Food is decent, not anything super special, but after a few drinks, its good, lol. Skippers are always awesome, very friendly and knowledgeable of drinks. Definitely recommend trying this place out.

Published 6 months ago

They CHEAT on their pineapple ice cream cone. It looks like a full cone of pineapple ice cream from the outside, but its completely hollow inside. Look at the pictures. What a CHEATER, Disneyland!

Published 6 months ago

Published 6 months ago

Stopped by this spot on our way out from Disneyland and had a great time enjoying some great cocktails. Service was excellent! Had the pleasure of meeting Jordan, Kris and Stephanie! Great atmosphere! We got to try the dule whip and the zombie cocktail The limited dule whip flavor is delicious and taste like pineapple and coconut!

Published 6 months ago

Fun Tiki bar next to Disneyland Hotel

Published 6 months ago

What happened to this place? We used to love it here. They ve changed the menu, the island salad is a crappy heap of bitter romaine heads with overly sweet dressing and the salmon was horribly fishy. It s used to come on a bed of butter lettuce and was so good. Our favorite, the poke bowl, is still ok, but doesn t taste as fresh. The portions have shrunk, all the tableware is plastic and the prices have increased. The server said the got rid of the kids menu but have kids options which are not listed anywhere you have to ask and the price is stupid. Unfortunately never coming back. So sad

Published 6 months ago

The safari swizzle is the best. Good and strong. Good food as well.

Published 7 months ago

The bartenders put on a show here too bad it was $90 for 2 items

Published 7 months ago

Awesome experience great food, and great drinks

Published 7 months ago

Published 7 months ago

Manager had a lot of attitude today. June 6 2024. It was my birthday and I asked if it was possible to trade the tiki mai Thai souvenir cup for the piranha cup. He really emphasized with a lot of attitude that no it s not possible because it would be too much work to do that process. I said it was okay keeping a polite manner. He further dismissed me and reminded me to sign off my tab faster next time. Called me buddy condescendingly. I m disappointed in Disney s customer service these days. I wouldn t come back. Other than that. The other employees were great and accommodating and the atmosphere was great. The dole whip was good too. Bad manager/ supervisor. It was a man with a white beard in his late 40 s.

Published 7 months ago

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Published 7 months ago

Lovely place! My family and I loved it. No reservation was needed from us. Once we walked up to check in we were seated within less than 15 minutes for indoor dining. Food portions were a bit small but the food tasted great.

Published 8 months ago

It s Disney. Enough said. Staff definitely makes the place. Food

Published 8 months ago

We had heard so many great things about this place so we wanted to try it out. We heard it gets busy so we got there right as they opened at 11:30am (check the app). It is located in the Disneyland Hotel area, which you can reach by walking all the way to the back of Downtown Disney area. We went out front and got our name on the walk up wait list in person right before they opened, but you can do it on the app once they open. We only had to wait about 10 minutes or so to be seated. We were brought to the bar inside (you do have to be 21 to sit at the bar itself). To get the full experience I highly recommend you request to sit inside and sit at the bar. It was absolutely the way to go here with the theming and overall experience. We ordered the Mojito, the Tiki rum, the volcano, and the tequila one for drinks. All were good but the volcano and the tiki rum were the best. When certain drinks are ordered anywhere in the restaurant the staff put on crazy effects in the restaurant and its funny to be a part of. You do have to buy into the craziness though to have a good time. For food we ordered the long greens (fried green beans) and the Ramen. The Ramen was amazing and super flavorful and definitely enough to share, just ask for another bowl. Also remember this is an enchanted tiki bar so keep an eye out for some interesting enchanted things to happen around, especially at the bar. It was so funny. Overall, you are going to pay Disney prices for food and drink here (as well as paying for the atmosphere) so be aware of that up front so you don t get sticker shock when you get your bill. However, we thoroughly enjoyed our experience here and would definitely bring anyone else coming with us next time to this bar.

Published 8 months ago

All 3 of the bartenders are racist, they ignore you if you are a person of color. Very racist atmosphere which is odd because its a tiki bar. The waitress was nice.

Published 8 months ago

Published 8 months ago

It s a great place to unwind. The pineapple whip is amazing. Didn t have it with rum, but a friend called it life changing. Wait staff are fantastic. It s just the very slow seating that can be annoying. Even when several tables are open (open the whole time we were there), you re put on a list.

Published 8 months ago

Published 8 months ago

Make reservations. Even to sit at the bar.

Published 8 months ago

Fun little fast service bar sit down food area. Nice people, good food and drinks

Published 8 months ago

Published 8 months ago

This is a can t miss in the Disneyland Resort area. The drinks are delicious and strong. And the atmosphere is intimate yet lively. Pro Tip: Don t leave without a souvenir tiki mug!

Published 8 months ago

Delightful, fun filled atmosphere! Excellent themed drink selection with highly interactive delivery from the staff, this place is an experience! Lights flicker, sound effects go off and it rains in door depending on the drink ordered and the amazing staff. I ve been here a few times for both drinks and food, and have always had a good time. Will be back again!

Published 8 months ago

This is a great place to grab a drink! The presentation of drinks are outstanding. In my experience, depending on where you sit will determine how fast you are served. Inside is fast service plus you have the amazing atmosphere. When you sit outside, you tend to get forgotten.

Published 9 months ago

Ok , so why is Disney just so perfect and magical. I ve been to this bar once before and always remembered it as a hidden tropical gem right in the middle of OC. We came here the other night and was immediately transported to a tropical / Polynesian vacation. The drinks were delicious and the music was great! We didn t have reservations but if you walk on the other side of the bar( by the swimming pool) there is open bar seating.

Published 9 months ago

It s unfortunate that it s hard to drop in for a drink without having a big wait or even no spots available at all, when it s difficult to pinpoint a time you might want to make a reservation before hand. It s fun to sit at the bar and have a drink, when you can get it. I ve only been here for drinks, I haven t tried to food.

Published 9 months ago

Felt like we frequently had to get our servers attention to place an order and side necessities. Drinks/Food great!

Published 9 months ago

Had live music going when I ordered food to go... Was great to eat the food in bed in our Room! Kid-friendliness: Yes! Wheelchair accessibility: To table no problem

Published 9 months ago

Great waiter

Published 9 months ago

Great atmosphere, really nice servers, amazing live music and comfortable seating

Published 9 months ago

Amazing experience, great food, and outstanding drinks. Highly recommend!

Published 9 months ago

Great selection of drinks and snacks! The Zombie drink is amazing!! The staff is supper attentive and friendly. Love that you can buy the mugs to take home. Had to pick up a Trader Sams shirt at the Disneyland Hotel too.

Published 9 months ago

I ordered the smaller chicken teriyaki bowl just as a snack, it was alright with decent portioning for the price. They also handed out Dole Whip for free in sample sizes.

Published 9 months ago

Getting drinks here (with a reservation) was my very first experience of any kind at Disneyland. While the Tiki Bar is decorated nicely (nothing to write home about, but fun), the service and the drinks were forgettable. I am not sure whether we just got there on a bad day, but my expectation of Disneyland Parks was that its the happiest place on Earth and that they care for everyone to have a good time. The service reflected none of that. We were served in a manner that made me feel more like a nuisance than a valued guest. If this were anywhere else in LA I wouldnt care to comment or write this review but given the way Disney markets (and prices!) their experiences, it was totally forgettable. Go in and take a look, but spend your money somewhere else.

Published 9 months ago

Best bar experience at Disneyland. Definite must go

Published 10 months ago

Interactive themed tiki bar and restaurant, very tiny. Get your reservations ASAP! Playful crew, lots of surprise entertainment moments, delicious small hawaiian menu, STRONG drinks. Get the Pupu platter to try all the favorite nibbles.

Published 10 months ago

Sat at lower bar,Got our drinks then ignored the whole time took forever to flag down a bartender just for the check.no one even asked to take our food order. Zero stars if I could.

Published 10 months ago

This place has my favorite cocktails! So delicious and great vibes! Just a little pricey

Published 10 months ago

The bar inside is incredible. The food is fine, but the drinks are fantastic. I ve sat at the bar inside a few times and the atmosphere and drinks are awesome for a tiki bar. Will is an excellent bar tender that not only kills the drinks on the menu but he knows other classics as well.

Published 10 months ago

Published 10 months ago

Tldr : Not what it used to be a year ago, sit outside drinks are still boozy though. Last here in late 2022 and it was fantastic. 2024 update they dont do anything special inside besides for the shipwrecked drink. Anna our server was near the worst we have ever had. No personality and didnt even use any words during a change we made. We would always insist on sitting inside in the past. Not only do we not care about sitting inside in the future, we will question if its worth even going here. Not what it used to be, difficult as can be to get a reservation. Lucky it only took 35 mins for a walk up inside not at the bar at 130pm.

Published 10 months ago

Published 10 months ago

Cute intimate tiki bar! I really like all the decorations and like all the fun music noises that happen when you order certain drinks! Oh and drinks were super yummy! The one veg a dish available wash fresh, flavorful surprisingly filling!! The only thing I do wish is that they have at least two vegan options on the menu. I wanted to go back the next day but I didn t due to no other food vegan option.

Published 10 months ago

Amazing time! Stellar service and was lots of fun. We put our name in for inside seating and waited about 45mins. Take the time to explore the grounds or head over to the Palm Breeze cocktail lounge.

Published 10 months ago

This is a must visit when going to Disneyland. The drinks are delicious and atmosphere is super fun. Roy and Melissa are the BEST bartenders. The souvenir cups are epic. Trust me when I say you need one or five for your bar at home.

Published 10 months ago

I dont know what just happened, but the bar tender just rang a bell, some lightning effect just happened, they said something about a wedding night, and then they sprayed water (from a spray bottle) all over the bar. I asked them what I missed, after I was done laughing, and they said what do you mean? I just blacked out for a second. Pork Gyoza was amazing and the tiki tiki tiki tiki tiki rum! was pretty tasty too. The drink wasnt my thing, but I can appreciate real for real. Edit: The water thing happened 4 times and no-one said why. The fourth time was slightly different. What is going on? Best part of the park IMO. Video captured late, but proof. Two drinks from the right side of the menu, plus gyoza, was what i expected. ~$60

Published 10 months ago

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I dont think Ive had a less enjoyable meal. The only good thing is that I didnt get food poisoning. I ordered the Salad which was just awful. My partner order the Poke Bowl which was barely edible. The kids ordered the burger kids meal and the chicken tenders. Neither would eat what was served. I would be embarrassed if I worked there and had to serve that kind of quality of food.

Published 10 months ago

We went here when we stayed at the Disneyland hotel. We went on the waitlist which we were prepared to do. We got the text to come down for our table within 10 minutes. We made our way down and there was someone talking to the hostess for about 2-4 minutes. When we got to the front we were informed that since we were 12 minutes late our table was given away! Did they expect us to just move those people out of the way? Then to add insult to injury, we went to talk to the manager at the front of the hotel. This was a Tuesday. We went each night before leaving asking to speak to a manager and were told the manager would get back to us ASAP. Guess when they called? When we were back home and they knew (based on hotel reservation) they wouldn t have to do anything. That is saying they didn t try and get ahold of us till 4 days after the incident. Now we have tried to contact them 2 more times and still no response. HORRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE. They think because they are Disney they can do whatever they want. Sad what it has become.

Published 10 months ago

I was ecstatic to score a seat at the bar ( no reservations were available) after only a 30-minute wait. The service was speedy & friendly. The team was highly entertaining and kept up conversation. The vibe was corny, but funny. The waygu burger is actually pretty yummy. That sauce was divine. Ill definitely visit on my next trip.

Published a year ago

Published a year ago

The wait staff were extremely slow and rude. Our party wasn t greeted once seated for over 15 minutes and we had to bring it to the waitress attention. Very small inside, 8 tables & some bar seating. Food was alright, salad was no more than huge leaves of lettuce, nuts and meat. Chicken tenders were the same as in the park with to-go ranch still in the pre-packaged to-go container. Drinks had no pricing on the menu and were poured very light. Not worth it at all, not even for the ambiance or experience.

Published a year ago

Refused service as visibly 30+, because my European standardised ID wasnt a passport. Nobody should ever bring their passport to a theme park. Blames California law, but my ID is never turned away anywhere else. Ruined our evening.

Published a year ago

I got the Hawaiian platter. It was terrible, worst meal Ive ever had. Loaded with sauce and all you can taste is the sodium. Pasta salad has no taste. My girlfriend got the poke bowl and only took a few bites, said it wasn t good. Drinks were ok. Service was fast and friendly. Wouldn t recommend Food : 1/5 |

Published a year ago

Small but a lot of fun. Minimal wait mid-afternoon on a Sunday.

Published a year ago

Great vibe and decent drinks. Food was a little salty but the atmosphere made up for it. Highly recommend the shareable drinks

Published a year ago

Always my go to. 2 drinks and I am good!

Published a year ago

One of my favorite places at the Disneyland Resort and you can get Dole Whips!!!!

Published a year ago

food is decent but not great for the price. service is very slow and theres a long wait. Vegetarian options: its okay. they have an impossible burger

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I don t understand the hype. Maybe sitting inside is cool but the outside is just a patio with terrible food and drinks I could get anywhere else on property. You don t get to specify where you sit so you could wait months with a reservation just to miss out on what makes this enchanted . The staff seem to not really care about people dining with them, probably because we are all tourists and they don t need to worry about us coming back. There are better options in Downtown Disney.

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To start, Disney needs to fire Jared, the manager of this place. A cast member told me she was not going to charge for the souvenir cup after ordering because it was not told to me that it was an extra cost. The menu clearly states served in a souvenir cup . When I told the cast member I did not want the cup after finding out that it was a fee, she said it s okay I will remove it from your bill. I still was served the drink in the cup because it was already made. When I got up to leave, with the cup, Manager Jared, approached me and stated I was not allowed to take the cup with me. His rude actions and approach were not welcome and simply uncomfortable. When I explained the situation he rose his voice and embarrassed me in front of others. He asked me to leave and when I did, he made a rude comment that I could easily call the cops. Yea okay dude whatever you say. This will definitely be a complaint submitted to guest services and Whoever else I can make away of his terrible managing.

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Walking up to Trader Sams at night is an experience in itself. The Polynesian Tiki torches marking the building transport you to the South Pacific. They must also pump in the smell from the South Pacific inside the bar. To make the olfactory senses go crazy. We shared the Wagyu Hawaiian Cheeseburger along with the Uh-Oa! & Zombie drinks. All provided the trifecta of flavors to keep those sensors running. Get reservations for the bar. Walk-ins are told hour(s) to wait for indoor seating at the bar. Patio is 30+ mins wait. Go to Disneyland without going to Disneyland. A must stop for any lover of things Tiki.

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Grab a stool at the bar, order pupu platter, a mai tai, and let your tired Disneyland footsies relax to live Hawaiian music combo. Tiki torches complete the relaxing vibe. Kid-friendliness: Its a bar, adults only

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One of a kind, exciting experience!

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We waited an hour for a table but that gave us a chance to walk around and check out the other restaurants. We ordered the pork gyoza, fried string beans in Pablo (though they looked and tasted like ordinary bread crumbs and 3 poke bowls either Ahi tuna that were exceptionally good. Mom ordered the baby back ribs and was very disappointed that the ribs and sauce were cold and too too salty so she ordered another dish- the ramen - which was sufficient. Fun atmosphere! Great wait staff, worth a visit for sure.

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Fun place to get great drinks and food! You can buy the souvenir cups too... because drinking out of a zombie head is just better.

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Felt it s overrated in terms of atmosphere, food and drinks. Food s just ok, pretty sure their version of Mai Tai isn t right, at least if you re ordering from the version not in their souvenir mug, it s highly diluted. (With the mug it s $41, without is $18.) Inside smelled bad, tables were sticky, service is the same as a dive bar. Staff at the bar once in a while cheers to the erupting volcano (aka video of it on screens), after a few rounds, it gets a bit tiring. It was very hard to get a reservation and when we finally did, it was actually quite empty during peak dinner hour, unsure how their reservation system work. Be sure you have a photo ID with you if you want to be seated inside during dinner hours. The staff at the door made a big deal of it with my parents, we had to go back and get them, once back, the same staff at the door didn t even bother to look at them, (clearly my parents looked over 21 the first time and the second time around?). Pretty ridiculous, at least spend some time to look at them if you insisted on checking.

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Super weird experience. It was dead at trader Sam s which is unusual so we sat at the bar inside. The bartender didn t speak to us that much that was weird. We ordered green beans and gyoza it was cold so we politely told her after we got her attention. They just dropped the beans back into the fryer so we had a basket of burnt beans lol we felt bad telling her they were cold so we didn t want to tell her that it was burnt. And when I say burnt I mean to a crisp. We are everything because we were super hungry. I got the Hawaiian platter and they put so much sauce on the shirt ribs it was so salty. I scrapped a lot of it off. But I didn t want to say anything because she was hard to talk to and by the time she came back to our bar side it was at least 15 minutes. So we are out food paid for our burnt food, left a nice tip and left. It was weird. lol we will come back but damn what an experience it was.

Published a year ago

In classic Disney fashion, you will pay through the nose for your eats here.... But, they have great food, delicious drinks and the atmosphere is fantastic! Drop by and grab a Dole Whip float and sit back and partake in some island vibes... Located in the courtyard of the famous Disneyland Hotel, it is surrounded by their 2 pools and engulfed in lush landscaping and tiki vibes for days.

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This is my favorite place to stop for a drink in downtown Disney. I love the vibe and the service here is unmatched. I always come back when I m in town to get a quick drink and enjoy an appetizer while I m at Disney.

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Hidden between the hotels, makes it even more of a gem. We love sitting at the bartop and experiencing this place in all its glory! Such fun tiki cocktails, love this place!

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Awesome tiki bar and live music every night!! Must go to Traders for a great tiki experience Food

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Walk up reservations are only seated outside. Plan ahead for indoor seating if you want to see all the animations inside the bar area. Had the Hawaiian Platter was good. Holiday time, so tried the Nice List cocktail very good! Our waiter Juan, was very attentive.

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Fun tiki bar with great cocktails - skip the (very average) food and enjoy the drinks and atmosphere.

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Food was pretty good, standard issue park/hotel food but no complaints. Had a couple vegetarian/vegan options! The best part is just the atmosphere and drinks, the piranha pool is the best one in my opinion, we also got the hippopotomai-tai but it wasnt as impressive. Vegetarian options: They had an impossible burger which is the standard vegetarian option for most Disney restaurants. Also could get a bowl dish with tofu

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I knew better. Worse than make at home, store bought ramen.

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In comparison to its Floridian cousin it is a shadow. The bartender spent most of the 3 hours we were there, talking to his friends and giving them freebies, my wife and I ordered multiple drinks and all with the special cups and we got no special effects, however every time the bartenders friends order a drink they got one. Very unfortunate for new customers

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Melissa was amazing! And she makes fabulous margaritas

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Food was alright. Fries tasted undercooked and burger was well done. No one told us they were out of the souvenir cups until after we received our drink, that was a bummer. Only saw server twice,when we ordered our food and when we paid the bill. Would have been nice for him to check on our table to refill our drinks once. Overall place is beautiful but because of the service we will not be coming back.

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This place is worth the hype! And if you want to sit inside you have to make a reservation through the Disneyland App. I did it 60 days in advance and had to try a couple of days before securing the reservation. I got the Piranha pool drink which was really good. My husband and I both had the Wagyu Hawaiian burger and it was delicious! I would say service could have been a little quicker but understanding it was busy so it is expected. Certain drinks will make the restaurant change, try ordering the Uh-Oa! (Its big enough to share)

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We had a terrific experience here. Shirley was our bartender / server and she did her job very well with pride. Would recommend.

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My wife and I love tiki. This place is done right and the drinks are plenty strong. Food

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All sizzle. No steak. I really wanted to like this spot. The drinks and atmosphere are excellent, but the food is quick service quality and poor quick service quality at that. The themed drink intros are fun but get repetitive as time moves on. Better off going to Downtown Disney

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Always a nice spot if youre into tiki-pop. Its all round very modern and clean and the food is awesome! The tiki mugs, well, I dont drink but I collect mugs so me paying for a mug WITH a drink that I dont drink is kinda janky, but it is what it is on that end. Otherwise, awesome chill spot to get your tiki on!

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Got the hawaiian burger with sweet potato fries, it was bomb! The service was great! Everytime someone bought a certain specialty drink they made a little show of it, the scene would change. It was really cool experience. The drink Skipper sipper was really good, refreshing.

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A fun way to get a Disney experience without paying for a ticket! Food and Drinks are creative and taste great, perfect for a date night or night out with friends. Parking: Downtown Disney lot

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Amazing time! The cast members are really amazing. Our server was AMAZING and so funny. She entertained my family even though they were tired and didn t play along with them. Des was soo wonderful! We even got an order to go. They didn t mind that my family only got drinks. We joined the walk-up line and got an outside seat. We had a party of 5 so we had to sit outside

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Food was lackluster but the vibe, drinks and service make up for it.

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Love the drinks and atmosphere. If you are a Tiki lover, this place is a must visit!!

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Fun place to go if you can sit inside. The shows are pretty cool.

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Love this place. So much fun. Here are the menus from October 2023.

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This place is amazingly fun! We always make a stop here when we are at Disneyland or even just in area. The drinks are so good, the bar tenders are a lot of fun. The atmosphere inside the bar is like no other. Definitely an experience not to miss!

Published a year ago

Food was great! The drink I ordered was super overpriced so be careful when ordering. Overall, the place was good and I would return

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Trader Sam s is about as good as it gets when it comes to bars at Disney. But wait for a table inside. You will be disappointed if you sit outside. We have been there about 10 times and the wait is never as long as they tell you. They base the wait on the 90 minute table limit. When it comes to tiki bars in the area, Trader Sam s is not on the same level as Strongwater when it comes to drinks. But when it comes to theming Disney hit a home run. Definitely more family friendly that its peers, it s still a must visit if you are looking for So Cal tiki bars.

Published a year ago

Great drinks, bad service, didnt eat the food. Drinks are comparable with non resort drinks for the price which makes them a hell of a deal if youre stuck on the Disney resort

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Drinks were great. The service was awesome

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Long wait but expected for a restaurant like this - our wait was shorter than quoted. Service was a bit slow but the atmosphere has so much to look at - worth spending some time hanging out. Prices are normal for a themed restaurant in this area, the ramen was very tasty!

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Very fun atmosphere and half the staff is very into the theme and keeping guest entertained. We really hit it off with the bartender, who was also one of the more engaged ones. Feel free to let go and get as into it as you like! We didnt have reservations and got there around 20 minutes before they opened and were seated within 40 minutes (i.e., 20 mins after they opened).

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How come on weekends you guys have one bartender you guys should have Bernardo and nate together inside the bar on the weekend because it makes magic Disney come alive, there funny together makes me want to spend more money and they are energetic together.

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YVETTE is the best server ever! Update 9/29/2023: Yvette is STILL the best server ever!

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Food was good. The kids hamburger was more like a single slider. Vegetarian options: Impossible burger was great! Food : 4/5 |

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Go. Fun time. Strong drinks and great food. Be prepared to laugh and possibly chant Uh-Oa!

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This is fast food in a Disney sit down area. We averaged $45/person with a cocktail. Food was mediocre. Wait was really long. Service and atmosphere is great.

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Always a unique special magical if you can sit inside. Certain drinks bring extra drama. Make a reservation and keep looking for cancellations.

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Great food and atmosphere. Always a fun time.

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Celeste is the best. Not even because it rhymes. She made sure we got bar seating even tho it was a longer wait. If youve never been to trader Sam s, bar seating is top notch so the wait is worth it. Maddie is a gem as well. Be polite and understand a wait is inevitable.

Published a year ago

Food was ok at best. I had the gem salad and it was drenched in a sickly sweet dressing. I ended up eating the salmon and leaving my soggy lettuce on the side. I couldn t figure out what all the hype was surrounding this place. I wouldn t recommend it.

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Great atmosphere inside, you have to book well in advance, the drinks are very expensive but the experience is great!!

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Needs to be opened earlier. So u can get breakfast before the day begins. Also this resort needs more restaurant choices for on site eating.

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The energy is always off the charts! The drinks are spectacular, and the food is very good! And of course its always fun to watch the chairs sink to the floor!

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Cool atmosphere, but expect a wait

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Food is good but the drinks are amazing and the service was outstanding. Very fun atmosphere. My favorite place to visit when I come to Disneyland. Also the tiki la casita is the best drink.

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A great stop during my trip. Des is an absolute gem! My flight was delayed heading out and she made my extra stop extra special Plus the bartender accommodated my off menu cocktail order

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One of my worst Disney experiences. I will never visit again. Watered down expensive drinks and gross food

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