Best way to get better ADR time?

[kelleyrn2000]

Back in June, I booked an ADR for O'Hana's in November. We are only in town for the weekend so Sat night was the only date I could try for. The only time left for dinner was 8:30 pm.

I would really like to get an earlier ADR if possible. We were at O'Hana's last year and had to cut our dinner short due to an emergency, so DH has his heart set on getting a full meal there. Has anyone ever tried last minute to get a better time? When is the best time to check for cancellations? Thanks!!

Kelley

 

[gretchenohar@hotmail]

I can't answer you question with any authority, but if I were you, I'd probably just keep trying on a daily basis - or as often as possible.
I've snagged an Ohana ADR at a late date like that.
Sorry I couldn't be of more help.

 

[Nadjalu]

The only thing you can do is check daily as suggested.

Ohana is a TOUGH get. So 8:30 is better than nothing. And it really isn't that late (unless you have tiny ones with you).


If time permits you can try to show up early to your adr and check in. If they can seat you early they will, but just be prepared to wait.
But it is a possibilty.

Sometimes you can check around the 45 day mark (before your arrival), many people who have antisipated going have to cancel. So you may see something pop up.

Good luck!!

 

[Bell30012]

Go on the web each morning and check... You find it, you snag it. Don't give up even after you arrive at WDW. I kept at it and we got all the restaurants we wanted last trip and we had no ADR's two weeks before.

 

[Hopefully]

It isn't a question of the "best" way, really the only way is to keep trying as often as you can. Cancellations do occur. Try to log on to the Disney web site early morning and in the evening.
Around the 45 day mark is a great suggestion as is again at 30 days out, when DVCers have to cancel to avoid a penalty.
Keep Trying!!!

 

[Winky65]

Just keep trying on line and on the phone. We had a 5 pm ADR for 'Ohana for our trip in November, but I wanted something a little later so we could stay at MK until it closes at 7 for the Christmas party. For a week or more the only time available was 9:15 pm, which was too late. two days ago an 8:00 PM seating was open. So they do open up.

Good Luck

 

[TiggerTrigger]

Just keep trying. If you are persistent, you will likely see something better come up. In fact, I have not 1, but 2 examples of this with 'Ohana.

1. Last December I decided last minute (like a month out) that I wanted to try 'Ohana. Crazy considering the popularity, but even more crazy that I was able to get a 5:55pm ADR on my first try. Of course, I wanted a late ADR, but would have reworked our day if I had to. After about 2 weeks of trying (and now 2 wks out from our trip), I got an 8:55pm.

2. Our trip next month has been all over the place. I started out with a great day and time, but we had to change our trip dates. After that, I had an awful- really late time, but after a few weeks got a better- earlier time...only to have to shift our days around some bday details...and back to a cruddy time! Then just 2 wks ago, I got the exact time I wanted for the right day.

You've still got PLENTY of time...so, just keep trying.

 

[Bell30012]

Don't give up! We checked every day before a recent unplanned trip and we got many I never thought possible. We walked up to Crystal Palace with no ADR and got in. Same with Hollywood & Vine.

 

[Jennayg123]

If you have the Verizon Disney App, you can check right from your phone for your reservations. You can't check too much to get the reservations you want!

For all of the ADR's we had in June, we got there early and they sat us earlier than all of our reservation times. Obviously, you can't guarantee that, but it might help you out if you can't get the time you want before you leave.

Also check with the concierge at your resort- they can help you out a lot!