Menus Are Out for New Wailulu Bar & Grill at the Polynesian Island Tower

We’re all looking forward to the opening of the Island Tower at the Polynesian on December 17, even if we’re not staying there. That’s because it will have a brand new dining location! Disney has released the menus for the Wailulu Bar & Grill, so let’s take a look at the yummy stuff.

You’ll find the location on the lagoon side of the Island Tower, with views along the water’s edge. Wailulu comes from the Hawaiian words “wai” (water) and “lulu” (calm). Fitting to the resort, the decor features Polynesian-inspired artwork that was crafted for the location, including pieces made with recycled materials and reclaimed fishing nets. If time and the stars align, you’ll find that Wailulu Bar & Grill has fireworks viewing for Magic Kingdom Park.

Turning to the menu, look for Polynesian flavors influenced by the Pacific Islands, from Easter Island and New Zealand to Fiji and Guam. The beverage menu highlights both today’s flavors and classic ingredients from Polynesia like hibiscus flowers, sake, yuzu, passionfruit, and more.

Wailulu Bar & Grill Food

For breakfast only, you’ll find a fantastic-looking Pineapple-Coconut Bread

Lunch and Dinner

• Sweet Potato Hummus, crispy chickpeas, espelette pepper dust, and breadfruit tostones
• Ahi Tuna Crisps:  Marinated ahi tuna, crispy fried wontons, avocado crema, sriracha-aioli, and soy glaze
• Grilled Shrimp, smoked paprika, black garlic emulsion, garlic-lemon butter, and crispy garlic
• Spiced Ham Musubi with glazed spam seasoned with traditional furikake and served with crispy rice pearls
• Crispy Chicken Wings: Adobo-marinated, soy glaze, and tomato-fresno pepper relish
• Wayfinder Burger: Two pressed patties, American cheese, onion jam, volcano sauce, and sweet bun served with mac salad or sweet potato fries

• Beef Short Rib Loco Moco: Shiitake mushroom gravy, crispy rice cake, and fried egg
• Grilled Fish of the Day: Green curry broth, jasmine rice, chickpeas, and sweet potato
• Poke Bowl: Sushi-style rice, pickled cucumbers, vegetables, spicy poke sauce, and macadamia nuts with choice of ahi tuna, grilled teriyaki chicken, or grilled tofu
• Chow Mein Salad: Charred cabbage, shishito peppers, hearts of palm, pickled sweet potato, and sunflower butter dressing with choice of sauteed shrimp, grilled teriyaki chicken, or grilled tofu
• Sticky Pork Ribs, salt-cured green cabbage, jicama slaw, and pineapple chips

Desserts

• DOLE Whip Sundae with hibiscus meringue and passion fruit crispies
• Chocolate Cake with salted caramel ganache and Chantilly cream infused with the essence of Kona coffee

For Kids

• White Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese
• Grilled Teriyaki Chicken

Wailulu Bar & Grill Beverages

• Hibiscus Tea: Hibiscus flower-infused tea with lime and agave nectar (Non-alcoholic beverage)
• Kula Strawberry Sake: Wildflowers Junmai Sake, Campari Liqueur, Rockey’s Botanical Liqueur, and wild strawberry
• Passionfruit and Pineapple Daiquiri: Ten to One Caribbean White Rum, Minute Maid Passion Fruit Orange Guava Juice, pineapple, and lime
• Pandan Gin Gin Mule: Pandan-infused Fords Gin, lime juice, and ginger beer

What are you itching to try? Let us know in the comments!