Trader Sam's Grog Grotto reopens today at Walt Disney World's Polynesian Village Resort

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Inside Trader Sam's Grog Grotto

Posted: Monday July 19, 2021 9:05am ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

Trader Sam's Grog Grotto reopens today July 19 2021 at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort.

Trader Sam's has remained closed since the resort partially reopened with DVC rooms but reopens today alongside the main resort guest rooms.

Trader Sam's Grog Grotto food and drink

The tropical tiki bar is filled with interesting artifacts and exotic treasures where you can experience the South Seas through unique food and drinks. Operating hours are 3pm to 12am daily.

Trader Sam's Grog Grotto sign

The outdoor Trader Sam's Tiki Terrace also reopens today.

Trader Sam's Tiki Terrace

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Beacon JoeJul 26, 2021

They were doing the virtual queues last week. It was just that the line to sign up started much earlier than in the past. On the positive side, the CMs signed people up for the virtual queues a lot earlier than they did in the past, too. I haven't heard anything about when the virtual queue line has been starting this week.

LegendaryJul 26, 2021

Now that it’s open, how has the line been to get in. I saw opening day was super long. Are they doing virtual ques? Looking to go in August but don’t want to spend hours waiting in line.

Beacon JoeJul 22, 2021

Probably not, but I can't remember!

LittleBufordJul 21, 2021

Be sure to open the box to check that the mug inside isn’t damaged or defective.

fngoofyJul 20, 2021

I have a feeling that's not the first time or last time you've made that statement... lol.

Beacon JoeJul 20, 2021

I know, but I was typing that on my phone. And drunk. So I took a typing shortcut.

ppete1975Jul 20, 2021

you made my day :)

dreamfinderJul 20, 2021

Yup. Your receipt shows that you paid for the mug, and then you take it to/show it to the CM at the stand. They stamp the receipt so you can't use it twice, and give you the mug all boxed up. If the weather is nice, it's definitely more relaxing outside.

fngoofyJul 19, 2021

Technically they are Hipo-poto-mai-tais.

Beacon JoeJul 19, 2021

Yes! They asked. But by default every drink is served in plastic cups. My son (had a virgin mocktail) did think that the drink sizes were larger inside. Ymmv

Beacon JoeJul 19, 2021

It turned around my day for sure.

ppete1975Jul 19, 2021

when you do that, can you still get tiki glasses? I ask because when i come on my vacation next year, im afraid since its such a small place i might not get in. Id be fine just getting a drink and tiki glass if thats the worst case scenario.

CommunicoraJul 19, 2021

I'm glad you got your mai tais! I hope you have a blast at MK.

Beacon JoeJul 19, 2021

Definitely regaining their sea legs. The lanai and outdoor walkup bar is running strong and behind. But I got good and drunk on mai tais even though I couldn’t get into the actual tiki bar. Now back to magic kingdom to... not actually get to ride anything because half the park is down and all the lines suck. But at least I’m plastered so it’ll be fun.