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    Ulu Café

    3.8 (211 reviews)
    ModerateCafes, Bakeries, Desserts
    Open 6:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Touristy
    Casual
    Good for kids

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    Erick W.

    Quick service food - can pick up prepared items, order and pick up freshly made/assembled meal options or order menu items for quick service and to go. There are tables on site ( a few). They are long shared tables and probably accommodate about 50 folks max. I got a 12" cheese pizza for $20 and a Dole Whip for about $6 - paid $29 total for both. Took about 15-20 mins to get pizza and I took it back for my kids to eat in the room/on the balcony looking out over the ocean/pool areas below.

    Menu as of Dec 2025
    Phil C.

    Ulu Cafe is your all-day, resort cafe--everything from breakfast, lunch, snacks, drinks, and dinner. The prices are fair, and the menu selection is pretty good, with plenty of fresh options. The staff were all kind and helpful, and they opened early at 6:30 am. At Aulani, I would visit this cafe at least a couple of times a day because you can purchase a refillable Aulani mug and get fountain drinks, coffee, hot and iced tea, and hot chocolate for free during your stay. It was also the perfect souvenir. That was a great perk during our visit. I also ordered some lunch and dinner on a couple of occasions for convenience. The menu has a good variety, and the quality is decent for resort food. We've ordered pizzas to take to our room or enjoy on the beach or poolside. My family tried the Macadamia Nut-Crusted Catch Of The Day, and they enjoyed it. They have spam musubi available fresh in the morning, but when they sell out, that's it. Get yours early! There are some tables on the patio, and the vibes are nice when it's not too busy. And during the morning, you can grab a table at Off the Hook restaurant if the patio is filled. The grab-and-go food and treats are fresh, and the desserts look amazing, too. You can also purchase a whole cake for special occasions. Whenever the munchies or thirst hit, Ulu Cafe will provide.

    Jennifer T.

    Well deserved -- quick and convenient pool‑side bites! ) We had breakfast and lunch at Ulu Café at Aulani, and honestly it was a perfect "pool day" meal stop! Breakfast here was French toast & sausage and a bagel breakfast sandwich -- nothing crazy fancy, but it was totally satisfying (especially eating by the pool -- because everything tastes better with a view ). I loved how convenient the hours are, especially when you're just chilling at the pool and don't want to go far for food. It's a great option if you want something quick, casual, and easy without a sit‑down reservation. Lunch we ordered a cheese pizza and Hawaiian Sun juices -- again, simple and tasty, and perfect when you're in swimwear and ready to eat right by the water . The location is super easy to find too -- right by the Wailana Pool -- which makes it clutch for lazy pool days. A few honest notes: At peak meal times it can get crowded and there's a line, so showing up a little before or after typical breakfast/lunch rush helps a lot. Seating is outside around the cafe and pool -- no fancy indoor dining, but that's part of the vibe! Menu & What They Serve: Ulu Café isn't just breakfast -- it's more like a grab‑and‑go + quick service counter with a rotating selection: * Breakfast favorites like eggs, bacon, French toast, breakfast sandwiches & flatbreads (served around 6:30AM-11AM) * Lunch & dinner options like poke bowls, sandwiches, flatbreads & pizzas (11AM-9PM) * Snacks, pastries, fresh fruit, yogurt, desserts (all day) * Grab‑and‑go salads, wraps, drinks & convenience items too Hours: * Breakfast: ~6:30AM - 11:00AM * All‑day menu (Lunch/Dinner): ~11:00AM - 9:00PM Price Ranges (approx): * Breakfast items (French toast, bagel sandwiches, flatbreads): around $9-$15+ * Lunch items (pizza, sandwiches, poke bowls): around $12-$22+ * Drinks (juices, sodas & refillable mugs): varies, and they have a refillable cup you can use all stay which many guests say is worth it for pool days Why we liked it: Quick + easy -- perfect for heading back to the pool ‍ Great poolside location with views Convenient hours for early breakfast or a casual lunch Simple, familiar menu that's kid‑friendly Why it wasn't 5 stars for food: * Not a fine dining experience -- more casual convenience * Lines at peak times can be long -- but worth it for the easy access to food by the pool! If you're planning a pool day and don't want to wander for food -- Ulu Café is awesome. Quick, tasty, easy to find, and perfect for laid‑back Hawaii vibes .

    Kalua pig and poke dinner meal
    Jeanette S.

    When we're staying at Aulani, this is 1 of our go-to places for grab and go meals, snacks, and anything in between. I love the mobile order feature they have, so pool time is maximized. I absolutely love their poke bowls. Yes, they only have 2 options, original or spicy. Both are really good, though I lean more towards the original poke. You can choose you base, white rice, brown rice, or tossed green. You can choose to add white onions, green onions, cucumbers, and ocean salad as toppings. Avocado is an additional $2. Also you can add fried onions, sesame seeds and unagi sauce. There are lots of grab and go meal options, lots of snack options (including healthy ones), lots of dessert option (including whole cakes). unlimited coffee, tea, and soft drinks if you purchase the $40 reusable cup (definitely worth it if you're staying at Aulani for a while). It does get kind of busy during peak hours (lunch, dinner) but for the most part you go in grab or order what you want, pay, and you're out in 5-10 mins depending on line at the cashier.

    Acai bowl
    Stephen S.

    Don't get the pepperoni pizza. It is the worst pizza we have ever had. However, the breakfast pizza was a great way to start the day. How could one taste so bad and the other so good makes no sense. We really enjoyed their acai bowls. This is a good place to grab a quick bite to eat. Also, if you want a hot dish like chicken fingers you can go straight to the cash register and order it.

    Bakery selection
    Sharmeen F.

    Ulu cafe was so convenient during our stay! They have a variety of foods from acai bowls and oatmeal to fresh caught fish and pastries! The absolute hit was the spam musubi of course. They put them out at 11am and they sell out QUICK. I had never tried one before this and omg it was SO good, now I get the hype! The catch of the day was always delicious and fresh, and the keiki (kids) portion was always more than enough. This place is definitely a must if you're staying at Aulani!

    Alice Z.

    Tried lunch here on a rainy day. Was not impressed by the food, the fish sandwich seemed super greasy (deep fried), and comes with fries. Wish we could have substituted the fries with vegetables. Menu doesn't have very many healthy options unfortunately . I also tried the dole whip- which was really good

    Tropical oatmeal. Delicious
    Dora T.

    Our go to place during our recent Aulani stay for food when i didn't feel like leaving the resort. It's also super convenient because it's close to the pools and Lazy River There are many offerings for breakfast. Lunch, and dinner. It also looks like you can order a cake if you are celebrating a special occasion. They also now serve Dole whip (pineapple, vanilla, or swirl) What we ordered from there? 12 inch cheese pizza was a popular one. For breakfast we had the tropical açaí bowl and tropical oatmeal which were both delicious. I would have ordered the açaí bowl again the next day but I wanted to try another dining area. My mom did order the oatmeal again. It's topped with fresh fruit such as mangos and bananas. I ordered from the keiki (children) menu and got the French toast which my Lo enjoyed. She also had the keiki chicken tenders with fresh fruit and French fries one evening for dinner. I had the spicy poke bowl with seaweed salad and avocado which was yum! Pole could have been spicier imo. Ulu cafe is also where they sell those very convenient refillable mugs and have the drinks station, I just wish Aulani had more juice options in the drinks station. Service is great. My first time entering Ulu cafe a gentleman was there explaining the process to everyone and making suggestions on how to better utilize our time. So helpful! When I said I wanted to get a dole whip he immediately went to the back and got me one I love that there is a mobile order option for lunch and dinner but i didn't see one for breakfast so I do hope that happens before my next visit. Let's not talk about the prices since this is a Disney resort and you're on vacation. Just enjoy yourself and enjoy the food

    Mandi R.

    I might be in the minority here, but I love the Ulu Cafe! We've eaten here for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and it has always been tasty and fast to get our food. The prices are reasonable, in my opinion, considering that it's *Disney* in Hawaii. There's variety and decent grab-and-go options. We loved the customizable poke bowls and the açaí bowls as well. The refillable mugs or stainless steel tumblers double as a souvenir and good way to feel like you're getting a better deal if you have any soda drinkers in your party. Pro-tip, Mickey spam musubis come out at 11am daily and sell out within an hour.

    Yogurt bowl!
    Michelle A.

    The yogurt bowl was incredible! Fresh and my daughter said tier best granola! The bacon was delicious! Great view of the ocean and good scenery! The orange juice had to Jabber been fresh squeezed!

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    M M.

    Leaving this review solely for the Island Farmer's Pizza. BOMB AF. And you can order on the Aulani app to pick up!

    Moana cookies and cream cupcake
    Katie J.

    We got food from here a few times and it was really good. The employees were nice and friendly. The ambiance was fine. The cinnamon roll I got was nice, fluffy, and the cream cheese frosting was ok. The next thing I got was a chocolate croissant and that was pretty good. I also tried my aunt's breakfast croissant and that was tasty. I then had the Mickey shaped chocolate chip cookie and that soft and a little gooey, but good. The last thing I got from here was a Moana cookies and cream cupcake. It was big and a little messy, but it had a good flavor. I do recommend getting food from here if you're staying at aulani.

    Veggie flatbread for breakfast

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