Comments on: We’ve been SKEWERED … again!

By: Bob Sikon

Bob Sikon — Wed, 23 Apr 2014 20:11:01 +0000

In reply to Eric. We always wait for the main section too. I hadn't heard the Kona rumor. Hope that's not true.

By: Eric

Eric — Wed, 23 Apr 2014 20:03:59 +0000

We do like O’hana – but agree that it can be hit or miss. I think to some degree based on where you sit (which seems to be a direct correlation to the quality of server by the way). In the out of the way spots we have had poor service, been unaware of the floor show/games and generally unimpressed. When we have been in the larger/main section of the dining room we have had great service and great fun. When we have an ADR there we will wait if it is an option to sit in that part of the dining room.

And we far prefer Kona over O’hana and will miss it greatly if the rumors of its retirement are true!

By: Cam

Cam — Sun, 20 Apr 2014 14:54:47 +0000

In reply to Cam.

On Kona, I think it has perhaps the worst “ambience” of any restaurant at Disney, sitting right in a crowded noisy lobby of people waiting to get into ‘Ohana. And I find that food much more mediocre than ‘Ohana. But that’s why Disney is great….there is some place for everyone. 🙂

By: Cam

Cam — Sun, 20 Apr 2014 14:51:19 +0000

It’s a combo of things: ‘Ohana is good and more people have eaten there than the other places. That’s why it will always win. No doubt in my mind that FF is the best when it comes to food quality, but people vote for what they know. I love ‘Ohana, so I’m cool with it, but I’m not shocked it always ends this way.

By: Bob Sikon

Bob Sikon — Sat, 19 Apr 2014 15:24:11 +0000

In reply to oneyunker. Thanks for the comments! We would usually choose Kona before Ohana as well.

By: oneyunker

oneyunker — Sat, 19 Apr 2014 14:55:58 +0000

I agree as well. Most guests i talk to love Ohanas but my family and myself are not head over heels about it. We actually love Kona Kafe at the polynesian. We usually only go for breakfast though to get some Tonga Toast.

By: Bob Sikon

Bob Sikon — Sat, 19 Apr 2014 14:05:34 +0000

In reply to threestrandswdw. You're welcome! Thank YOU for all your support and the great comments about Ohana! We, too, have had mixed experiences. It can be quite inconsistent.

By: threestrandswdw

threestrandswdw — Sat, 19 Apr 2014 13:43:09 +0000

Over our past two trips, ‘Ohana is 1 and 1! We visited there twice and both times the food was perfect! However, the level of service made the difference in our experience. Our first visit in Feb 2012, we had an awesome Cast Member who made us feel welcomed and paid just the right amount of attention to our table. Our recent visit, Dec 2013, not so much! The grill had to be restocked before we could get served, which is fine if that is communicated. But, our server did not say a word for about 15 minutes.

In my opinion, I would give ‘Ohana another shot! But, the level of service would have to be stellar to get a positive review from me! Thanks for the hard work, Bob!

By: Bob Sikon

Bob Sikon — Sat, 19 Apr 2014 12:44:00 +0000

In reply to Becky. Thanks, Becky. Well said! I know we're in the minority, but I agree with all of that.

By: Becky

Becky — Sat, 19 Apr 2014 12:31:30 +0000

I agree, Bob. I really don’t understand the love for ‘Ohana. The food is pretty mediocre. The waits are horrendous. It’s loud and crowded. I guess for some it’s just a quintessential Disney dining experience. The Poly, the view of MK, the family activities and unlimited food all contribute. If I was going to eat at the Poly, I would choose Kona over ‘Ohana. And I agree with that any of your choices listed would beat out ‘Ohana for us as well.