BREAKING NEWS: Kona Cafe at Polynesian Resort Having Soft Opening Today
MickeyBlog heard a rumor that Kona Cafe at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort was having a soft opening today so we hopped in the car and popped over to the popular Table Service eatery.
The Kona Cafe reopening is official on November 1, 2022, but we got a sneak peek today!
Upon arrival, Kona confirmed that they had just finished up the breakfast service for the day and that lunch service would be beginning around noon.
Let’s take a look at the Kona Cafe reopening!
The dining room is looking stunning with new décor.
The new look of the Kona Café ties in with the recent refurbishments we’ve seen, particularly the Moana guest rooms.
However, it still remains true to that Mid-Century Modern aesthetic that the resort is known for.
The ceiling of the eatery now has a rich blue wave design.
The lightning fixtures add a nice ambient island feel!
We love the beautiful blooms that can be found at various locations throughout the eatery.
Wicker-style chairs also add to the island feel.
Hidden Mickeys
We also found out that the beautiful floral wall paintings have Hidden Mickeys!
Here’s one we found in the purple flower!
And here’s another hidden in the blue blossom!
See how many others you can find during your visit!
Below is also a look at the new open kitchen area.
Here’s a quick video we took of the newly remodeled seating area at Kona Café:
We did manage to get a first look at the recently updated lunch/dinner menu which we’re excited to share with you!
Mobile Order Pick-Up will also be available at this location!
Lunch Menu
The NEW Lunch Menu includes the following:
Appetizers:
- Crispy Pork-Vegetable Pot Stickers – $11
- Glazed Chick Wings – Sticky Wing Sauce – $14
Sushi Rolls:
- Spicy Tuna Roll – Ahi Tuna, Spicy Mayonnaise, Cucumber – $19
- California Roll – Crab, Yuzu, Mayonnaise, Cucumber, Avocado- $18
- Hamachi Tuna Roll – Hamachi Tuna, Avocado, Jalapeno, Cilantro, Ponzu – $18
- Shrimp Fire Cracker Roll – Tempura Shrimp, Crab, Tuna, Avocado, Cucumber, Chili Sauce – $28
- Shrimp Tempura – Shrimp Tempura, Avocado – $19
- Vegetable Nigiri- Chef’s choice of five pieces of Nigiri – $16
Poke Bowls:
- Tuna Poke – Passion fruit boba, Lotus Root, Yuzu Mayonnaise – $22
- Rainbow Poke – Tuna, Salmon, Shrimp, Hamachi, Lotus Root, Fresno Chili Peppers, Spicy Ponzu – $24
Dashi Bowls:
- Pork Belly Noodle Bowl – Bone Broth, Rice Noodles, Soy, Egg, Mushrooms, Bok Choy, Hot Sesame Oil – $24
- Vegetable Bowl – Jasmine Broth, Rice Noodles, Pineapple, Tofu, Peanuts, Mushrooms, Umami Tomato- $22
Entrees:
- Kona Stir Fry – Yakisoba Noodles, Napa Cabbage, Carrots, Mushrooms, Teriyaki Sauce,
- With Chicken – $24.50
- With Shrimp – $26.50
- With Tofu – $24.50
- Mahi Bacon, Lettuce and Tomato – Pan-Fried Mahi, Butter Croutons, Marble Tomatoes, Arugula, Soy Velouté – $29.00
- Teriyaki Steak Salad – Kale and Arugula Blend, Sunny-side Up Egg, Sweet Bell Peppers, Kona House Vinaigrette $25.00
Burgers and Sandwiches (Served with French Fries)
- Big Kahuna Burger- Sauteed Pastrami, Corned Beef, Pepper Jack, Mustard Aioli, Tangy Cucumber, Brioche – $24
- Turkey Banh Mi – Marinated Turkey Breast, Black Pepper Bacon, Pork Pate, Cilantro, Jalapeno, Onions, Grilled Jalapeno Mayonnaise – $19
Beers and Wines:
- Kona Longboard Island Lager – Kona, HI – $9.75
- Kona Big Wave Golden Ale – Kona, HI – $9.75
- Kona Hanalei Island IPA – Kona, Hi- $9.75.
Dinner Menu
Next up is a quick look at the Dinner Menu.
Appetizers:
- Seafood Coconut- Curry Soup – Shrimp Scallop, Crab – $10
- Crispy Pork-Vegetable Pot Stickers – $11
- Glazed Chicken Wings – Sticky Wing Sauce $14
- Seafood Pu Pu Platter – Crispy Calamari, Rock Shrimp, Fish – $20
Sushi:
- Spicy Tuna Roll – Ahi Tuna, Spicy Mayonnaise, Cucumber – $19
- Polly Lolly Roll – Friend Soft-Shell Crab, Shrimp Tempura, Crawfish tails, Grilled Asparagus, Olives, Spicy Mayonnaise – $26
- Surf and Turf – Kona-spiced Filet, Chili-spiced Lobster, Crab, Cucumber, Avocado, Yuzu Mayonnaise, Sriracha – $28
- California Roll – Crab, Yuzu, Mayonnaise, Cucumber, Avocado- $18
- Rainbow Roll – Tuna, Salmon, Shrimp, Hamachi, Crab, Cucumber, Avocado – $18
- Hamachi Tuna Roll – Hamachi Tuna, Avocado, Jalapeno, Cilantro, Ponzu – $18
- Shrimp Fire Cracker Roll – Tempura Shrimp, Crab, Tuna, Avocado, Cucumber, Chili Sauce – $28
- Shrimp Tempura – Shrimp Tempura, Avocado – $19
- Vegetable Nigiri- Chef’s choice of five pieces of Nigiri – $16
Poke Bowl:
- Tuna Poke – Passion fruit boba, Lotus Root, Yuzu Mayonnaise – $22
- Rainbow Poke – Tuna, Salmon, Shrimp, Hamachi, Lotus Root, Fresno Chili Peppers, Spicy Ponzu – $24
Entrees:
- Asian Marinated Airline Chicken – Sticky Rice, Bok Choy, Asian Glaze – $24.00
- Mahi Bacon, Lettuce and Tomato – Pan-Fried Mahi, Butter Croutons, Marble Tomatoes, Arugula, Soy Velouté – $29.00
- Sauteed Red Quinoa – Braised Baby Bok Choy, Roasted Broccolini, Sweet Chili Carrots, Tomato Confit & Chimichurri – $24.00
- Kona Braised Short Rib – Kona Coffee Mocha Sauce, Creamy Mashed Potatoes, Broccolini – $38
- New York Strip Steak – Smashed Red Bliss Potatoes, Sweet Chili Carrots, Roasted Cipollini, Herb Butter – $40
- Verlasso Salmon – Bamboo Rice, Edamame Succotash, Fresno Chimichurri – $29
Burgers and Sandwiches (Served with French Fries)
- Big Kahuna Burger- Sauteed Pastrami, Corned Beef, Pepper Jack, Mustard Aioli, Tangy Cucumber, Brioche – $24
- Turkey Banh Mi – Marinated Turkey Breast, Black Pepper Bacon, Pork Pate, Cilantro, Jalapeno, Onions, Grilled Jalapeno Mayonnaise – $19
We also wanted to give a huge shout-out to the Cast Members who were all smiles this afternoon!
It’s so nice to see this beloved spot reopened to the public!
Advanced reservations are encouraged for Kona Café and can be made 60-days in advance via the My Disney Experience app. Walk up seating may be available, but is not guaranteed! Are you excited abut the Kona Cafe reopening?
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