HELP!!! Spoodles or Ohana

[kitty2kidz]

Can't decide whether I should keep my ressie @ Ohana, or change to Spoodles and an evening at the Boardwalk!?!?! I am nervous about the changes rumored at Ohana--was mostly going for the atmosphere at Ohana--we would like the food, but I would also enjoy something I could choose myself off of the spoodles menu Comments?/ Reviews?? TIA going in 29 days!!!

 

[CoolDisneyCat]

We have been to Ohana 3 times.. each time saying why do people like it so much? but we keep trying .. But I doubt we will go back again. We found the meat to be tough and dry.

Spoodles is one place we have been every trip since they opened. We have never had a bad meal there. The 4 cheese flatbread is like heaven on a plate!

 

[kitty2kidz]

Anybody else?? Even through Kona Cafe in which one of the three would YOU recommend?? Thank You!!

 

[MamaKate]

We love Kona Cafe and Spoodles. This trip we are doing both.

We've been to Ohana a couple of times. We had a good time, but we don't LOVE the food. I mostly went because my kids enjoyed the Hula Hooping & Coconut races. But, they've had enough of that, so we don't do it anymore. The foods not bad, but not good enough to keep me coming IMHO.

I say look at the menus for Spoodles and Kona and see which appeals to your family the most. Also, you should go to which everone is closer to the park you are at that day. If going to MGM or Epcot, go to Spoodles. If your at MK go to Kona.

,
Katie

 

[kitty2kidz]

bump

 

[O2BNWDW]

Spoodles!
My mouth is watering thinking about the shrimp!!!!

 

[Paul in CT]

My DW and I have never been to Ohana, but have read about it over the years with mixed reviews. WE have been to Spoodles several times for breakfast, lunch and dinner and found the food to be very good. I think that ordering off the menu is always better than a Disney buffet with perhaps the exception being Boma.

Another plus for Spoodles is the Boardwalk. MY DW ad I really enjoy the BW at night whether busy or quiet. It's always relaxing.

 

[jenjersnap]

We're trying Ohanas for the first time this trip because a) we are staying at the Poly and b) I think our kids will love the atmosphere. Frankly, I am not expecting to be bowled over by the food.

But I *have* been bowled over at Spoodles and Kona. They are two of my favorite WDW restaurants. Kona's atmosphere is unexpectedly casual, but we have had wonderful, friendly service and, of course, great food there. Spoodles is just yummy in every way. The surroundings of both help too, the Poly and the Boardwalk are our fave areas to explore and stroll.

Have fun deciding!

 

[novastar]

I was just at spoodles and it was awesome, almost as good as cali grill. It is definitely a step above most regular TS

 

[LuluLovesDisney]

I think both places are great!

The last time I was at 'Ohana, everything was perfect- I had the most memorable server I've had in WDW, the world's best pina coladas, perfect Castle view, amazing shrimp wontons and green beans and my meat skewers were juicy and tender, especially the shrimp! Barely had room for the pineapple caramel dip dessert!

Now, there are changes to the menu and I'm hoping all of them don't go through until after my next trip (December) but regardless I will go again and experience the changes for myself.

The last time I went to Spoodles, I also had a great meal! I was with my nephews and the kids meals were so creative and beautiful, especially the dessert- this little Artist's palette- make your own sundae thing- just perfect! I did not enjoy the calamari, but I had some type of grilled chicken entree and it was tender and juicy and amazing.

Again, there are changes recently to Spoodles, too, mostly cutting back on the menu items so there aren't as many choices, but I think they've kept the most popular ones.

I really enjoyed them both for different reasons. They're both a good value, not too expensive and have great food.

I would probably look at the menus online (AllEarsNet.com) and see which appeals to you more-

Would you want family style (Ohana) or a la carte ordering (Spoodles) ?

Polynesian/Asian/Brasilian style food (Ohana) or Mediterranean Italian/Spanish/Greek style food (Spoodles)?

Atmosphere of coconut races, hula hoop contests and Hawaiian music, with the potential for a table by Cinderella's Castle?

Atmosphere of a beautiful open kitchen and rustic decor with a Hidden Mickey?

Whichever you choose, I want to encourage you to spend some extra time there- either at the Polynesian or the Boardwalk because they are truly two of the most beautiful resorts, worth exploring.

The Poly's pool is gorgeous, the Great Ceremonial House is just spilling over with native flora and a waterfall, there is a torch lighting ceremony at 6 everyday- you could time you reservations so you would have time to see the ceremony first. The shops are filled with a combination of traditional Disney and traditional Polynesian as well as every UNtraditional mix. Love it!

The Boardwalk is made for visitors! There are tons of shops, including Seashore Sweets and the Boardwalk Bakery, so if you skip dessert, you can pick something up there for later. It's right on the water so you can do a pre or post dinner walk around the lake- gorgeous! I've done it, and passing by the other resorts is just so relaxing and fun! If you're without kids you can go over to Jellyrolls the piano bar or Atlantic Dance, the swing club/dance hall. If you're with kids get to your reservation earlier and you can enjoy face painters, several cute carnival style stands, a fortune teller, etc. They do close up at dark, so time accordingly.

So what would I choose? Well, if you've never been to one of the two places (Poly or Boardwalk) go see the one you haven't seen. If you've been to both, go by menu choice, if you haven't been to either, I would suggest trying to squeeze in both, or if not, maybe Spoodles and then a breakfast at Kona one day to get a look at the Poly!

Anyway, enjoy your trip- either place will be wonderful.

 

[lyncruiser]

Spoodles, definitely. The food is much better at Spoodles.

 

[kumquat]

Ohana's. But im biased since i've never eaten at spoodles.