Disney World Opens Online Reservations for Wailulu Bar and Grill After Walk-Up Only Period

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Posted: Thursday December 4, 2025 10:45am ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

Wailulu Bar & Grill reservations are now live. Disney has opened the new reservation system, giving you the option to book a table for dates starting December 4, 2025. This is the first time the restaurant has offered advance reservations after operating as walk-up only since the Polynesian Resort Island Tower opened.

Wailulu Bar and Grill

Wailulu Bar & Grill has drawn steady crowds with its island-inspired menu, firework lagoon views, and location inside Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows - Island Tower. Until now, guests relied on walk-up list, which could be unpredicatable, especially during peak times. With online reservations now active, you can plan a visit the same way you would other Disney resort dining locations.

Wailulu Bar and Grill

How to book

Reservations are available now
First bookable date: December 4, 2025
Book through the My Disney Experience app or DisneyWorld.com

Menu overview and pricing

The menu mixes shareable plates and modern Polynesian flavors, with starters priced from $11 to $17 and entrées in the low-to-mid $20s, with premium items in the $30 range.

Wailulu Bar and Grill Food and Drink

Starters

Ahi Tuna Crisps - marinated ahi, crispy wontons, avocado crema, soy glaze -- $17
Sweet Potato Hummus - crispy chickpeas, breadfruit tostones -- $12
Sticky Pork Ribs - jicama slaw, pineapple chips -- $15
Garlic Shrimp - smoked paprika, garlic-lemon butter -- $16

Mains

Short Rib Loco Moco - crispy rice cake, shiitake gravy, fried egg -- $33
Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl - vegetables, spicy poke sauce, macadamia nuts -- $26
Wayfinder Burger - two patties, onion jam, volcano sauce -- $23
Grilled Fish of the Day - green curry broth, jasmine rice -- $32

Desserts

Tahitian Vanilla Crème Brûlée -- $12
Chocolate Cake -- $11
DOLE Whip Sundae -- $8

A full kids' menu is available, with entrées priced $10.50-$13.50, each served with two sides and a drink.

View the complete Wailulu Bar & Grill menus.

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todd23Dec 16, 2025

I noticed the same thing when trying to book a table for two. So I booked a table for three. I don't think I'll be charged for the "missing" person when I show up.

NomadLoungerDec 13, 2025

I was here this past week, sat at the bar and noticed over half the tables were empty even though it showed no reservations available for two. I checked to see for four and all kinds of times were available. I hate when restaurants discriminate against smaller parties! I guess either book for four or hope for walk-up.

NunuDec 12, 2025

Update: Bar doesn't require reservations. Here now.

networkproDec 07, 2025

Well last night with a little rain, the poly was a veritable poo storm with the increased Polyday Inn headcount as guests left the MouseKingdom and SnackCot for a dryer place. Too many bodies, not enough facilities.

monothingieDec 07, 2025

Prior to ADRs the restaurant always had availability with walkup with reasonable waits (if any at all). Then magically ADRS made it inaccessible... The place has been opened for months. But just like all ADRs the question is what is held back.

Jon81ukDec 04, 2025

I do think some dining reservation capacity should be reserved for people actually staying at that resort.

KDM31091Dec 04, 2025

And to no one's surprise, reservations are totally booked for the next 60 days. Not sure this move really was beneficial at all. But realistically the dining capacity is not enough for the guest load at Poly like someone else said.

COProgressFanNov 11, 2025

We had a nice lunch here this summer. It was kind of nice having a place you could just show up to without a reservation. I haven't been at night - does it get busier with people looking for a fireworks view?

Fox&HoundNov 10, 2025

Does this mean it is open to all guests or only those staying at the Poly tower?

NunuNov 10, 2025

Hopefully. My plan is to enjoy a Banana Old Fashion at the bar next month. 🤞

SplashJacketNov 10, 2025

Good change, the walk-up was always absurdly over leveraged. I assume the bar remains reservationless

Chi84Nov 10, 2025

Is it that or do they just want to make sure they don’t hire more than one server for the five people who show up?

christine7257Nov 10, 2025

I've yet to visit Wailulu but am looking forward to it. I remember hearing initially that there were some issues with parties "camping out" to await fireworks. Has that proven to be an ongoing problem?