Trader Sam's Grog Grotto

We are traveling with a friend that loves tiki. So we were happy we were able to get in. He absolutely loved the place. Certain drinks trigger actions to happen so it is nice the guest are included. There is a lot to look at. It is fairly dark in the room and it is pretty small. The waitress inside are very attentive. I loved that they had N/A drinks.

Great flatbread pizza and the drink menu is really fun. Atmosphere is amazing. Expect premium prices, but you will definitely get a premium experience! I got the Spikey Pineapple! It was so good! And the Thai Chicken flatbread hit the spot! If you are at Disney, make sure you find this unique little spot. Also, get your name on the list early because wait times can be crazy during peak days!

We have been going for years!! We love this place so much!! I'm surprised I haven't done a review actually 😂🤦‍♀️. So let me tell you about this place... If you love tiki bars, get ready to enjoy it a whole new way! The whole bar is interactive so when people order certain drinks the cast members act out the part in very comical ways wow the bar storms, or the tiki gods chant and lights flicker. All the drinks are very creatively named and taste amazing. Some of them you can keep the cup as a souvenir! They have fruity drinks to stronger drinks so there's a cocktail for everyone! Even if you don't drink alcohol they have mocktails as well. They do have a full bar so you can order anything you want and if you're hungry check out the tapas they have. They don't serve huge meals but they do h

Expectations were high so it was a bit disappointing. The one in Disneyland is much better. This location seemed like they just set it up in a spare broom closet and make you wait 3 hours for a seat. Fyi. You might have to sit with strangers. We decided to sit outside with no wait. The drinks were very small and all seemed to have a passion fruit base, so they all tasted the same. Not so good. Our server was very friendly and helpful. The hotel and Polynesian theme was fun. Miss the Safari Swizzle.

These days, we skip the parks and resort-hop instead. There are so many incredible restaurants and bars that still deliver the full Disney experience, and Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is a perfect example of Disney magic beyond the parks. Every drink comes with a theatrical presentation 🍹🔥, and somehow all the guests know exactly how to participate. It makes for such a fun, shared experience. I tried my luck with the Polynesian Pearl and pulled the Black Pearl 🖤⚓️ (supposedly a 1-in-100 chance!). Even though a couple of others hit it too, I’m still calling it a win 😄 If you love immersive bars and themed experiences, this one’s a must. Have you tried Trader Sam’s? or do you prefer the parks over resort hopping?