The *NEW* Polynesian Resort FAQ thread - *2008*

[JohnnySharp2]

Hi,

Can I ask advice on what the grocery store sells please?

Am I right in thinking it's just the basics, such as milk/water/soda....do they sell bread/butter and other items too?

 

[Bubby4Clay]

Yes, there is a self service laundry. Not sure of the exact location, but it is near the GCH. It is available 24 hours a day, but after normal hours, you need a room key to get in. So...don't carry your laundry there without having your key to save a trip back to your room. There are also vending machines there for detergent, bleach, softener etc.
I also believe there is a TV there to help pass the time while waiting.

Thanks JRDMAN!!

 

[SeaSpray]

Served Daily from 11:30am - 4:30pm

Touch 7-3051 on your telephone to place your order

A $3.00 delivery charge, applicable sales tax, and 18% delivery charge will be added to all orders.


APPETIZERS

Kona Salad
Mixed greens, Maytag Blue Cheese, fresh fruit, red onions, and smoked almonds with a citrus vinaigrette $9.99

Braised Pork Belly Salad
Pork belly braised in Dashi served on a bed of Bibb lettuce with a Pomegranate vinaigrette $11.99

Lump Crab Cakes
Served with Asiab tartar sauce and Pineapple Relish $12.99

Pot Stickers
Wok-seared Duck Dumplings with a creamy ginger-soy sauce $11.99

Shrimp and Coconut Curry Soup
$8.49

Sticky Wings
Glazed honet ginger chicken wings with a tangy mustard drizzle and toasted Sesame seeds $11.99

ENTREES

Stir-fried Asian noodles
with sliced chicken, pineapple, seasoned vegetables, and a house-made Polynesian sweet and sour sauce $19.49 (Can be made vegetarian upon request)

Asian Chicken Chop Salad
Mixed greens, crispy wontons, chicken breast, and seasonal vegetables with a spicy mustard vinaigrette $16.99

Angus Chuck Kahuna Burger
Char-grilled with bacon and your choice of Cheddar, Swiss, or American cheese $14.49

Kona Club Sandwich
Turkey breast with tomato, avocado, turkey bacon, watercress, and reduced-calorie Sweet-Chili mayonnaise on multigrain bread, served with Asian vegetable slaw or Sweet potato chips $12.99

Island Chicken Sandwich
Grilled Chicken breast with bacon, Swiss cheese, curry-mango mayonnaise, and fried onions on a Kaiser roll, served with Asian vegetable slaw or Sweet potato chips $16.49


DESSERTS

Chocolate-chocolate cake $7.49

Cheesecake with strawberry topping $6.99

Ice cream by the pint (serves two) $9.99

Seasonal Fruit Bowl $4.99


BEVERAGES

Soft drinks (12oz can) $2.99
Iced tea or lemonade $2.99
Pot of coffee (serves two - decaf or regular) $6.99
Pot of Hot tea $4.99
1% milk $1.99
Chocolate milk $1.99
Hot chocolate $2.99
Orange, tomato, Apple, or grapefruit juice $1.99
Evian 750mL (serves two) $7.99
Perrier 750mL (serves two) $7.99

KEIKI'S KORNER
Guests ages 9 and under
(served 11:30am - 10pm)

All meals include Chicken noodle soup, a garden salad, and choice of 1% milk, bottled water, or juice.

All items $8.49

Grilled Fish of the Day with whole grain pilaf

Grilled Chicken strips served with Marinara sauce and Mozzarella

All beef Hot Dog

Hamburger

Macaroni & Cheese

Child's Fruit Plate

(French Fries and Assorted Coca-Cola soft drinks substituted upon request)

 

[CruisingCamper]

We went to Captain Cooks for lunch and I took a few photos to show the lunch menu and some of the items in the refrigerated section.

Lunchtime Menu

The "Market' Refrigerator section

A shot of the left case...notice the Silk Soy milk available

Thanks for posting the pics! I was the one who needed to know if the Silk was available! Thanks so much! I hope your trip was wonderful!

 

[Picabo]

Anyone happen to know approx what a bottle of Apple Juice costs? Trying to figure out if it's better to bring along juice boxes to take to the park or buy the bottles there? I'm guessing bringing from home is much cheaper....but def not too convenient.

 

[DeblovesPoohbear]

Anyone happen to know approx what a bottle of Apple Juice costs? Trying to figure out if it's better to bring along juice boxes to take to the park or buy the bottles there? I'm guessing bringing from home is much cheaper....but def not too convenient.

We bring the juice boxes that come packed in a box so it's not too bad
I think it's like 12 in a box
Then we just throw them in a cooler or a fridge when we arrive

 

[FreFam5]

My kids are 5, 7, 9 and we are booked to go the Luau on the first night of our trip. They are really looking forward to it - I hope that they like it! Honestly - it's our first night and I really didn't want to do it but I was outvoted 4 to 1!!! I'll have to remind them of that if they start squawking during the show.

I can't believe I'm under 2 months to go to the Poly!!!!

Oh - my TA emailed me after the discount rates came out - she couldn't get me a discount for the Poly but offered to look at other resorts. I said okay - but secretly hoped she wouldn't find anything so we wouldn't have to stay somewhere else!!!! LOL

 

[lustergirl]

Good Morning Everyone- didn't want one of my favorite threads getting lost! One day closer to the Poly- woohoo!

 

[MsStinkerBelle]

Thanks for posting the pics! I was the one who needed to know if the Silk was available! Thanks so much! I hope your trip was wonderful!

You're very welcome! Me and my DD8 live off of Silk Soy milk.

I'm in Chicago right now (waiting for my flight back to Orlando) so the second part of our Disney trip is set to begin on Wednesday. Have to go back to my Aunt's house today--she lives about 2 hours north of Orlando. I am so hoping the weather will be better because all those days of rain from Fay while at Disney got old QUICK!

Anyone happen to know approx what a bottle of Apple Juice costs? Trying to figure out if it's better to bring along juice boxes to take to the park or buy the bottles there? I'm guessing bringing from home is much cheaper....but def not too convenient.

Bringing from home is *definitely* cheaper and I do this all the time. However, last time I checked an Apple Juice Box (Minute Maid) cost about $1.59 and a bottle of apple juice was around $2.59. It definitely adds up.

However, if the fountain drink machine is working, apple juice is available for the refillable mugs and as a fountain drink selection.

 

[lustergirl]

You're very welcome! Me and my DD8 live off of Silk Soy milk.

I'm in Chicago right now (waiting for my flight back to Orlando) so the second part of our Disney trip is set to begin on Wednesday. Have to go back to my Aunt's house today--she lives about 2 hours north of Orlando. I am so hoping the weather will be better because all those days of rain from Fay while at Disney got old QUICK!



Bringing from home is *definitely* cheaper and I do this all the time. However, last time I checked an Apple Juice Box (Minute Maid) cost about $1.59 and a bottle of apple juice was around $2.59. It definitely adds up.

However, if the fountain drink machine is working, apple juice is available for the refillable mugs and as a fountain drink selection.

Hope you have a great trip!

 

[Picabo]

Bringing from home is *definitely* cheaper and I do this all the time. However, last time I checked an Apple Juice Box (Minute Maid) cost about $1.59 and a bottle of apple juice was around $2.59. It definitely adds up.

However, if the fountain drink machine is working, apple juice is available for the refillable mugs and as a fountain drink selection.

THANKS! I was aware of the AJ in the fountain machine and DO plan to buy a few mugs, however I figure that doesn't do us much good when we're AT the parks. So I think I'll take your advice and bring a few packs of the boxes just to have "on the run" with us. THANKS again!

 

[Mermaid_Ariel]

We went to Captain Cooks for lunch and I took a few photos to show the lunch menu and some of the items in the refrigerated section.

I can't read what it says the sandwiches on the left are served with, what does it say?

 

[Mermaid_Ariel]

BTW - I was just looking at the wonderful pictures posted on page 1 of this thread (Thank you!) and I noticed the Maui Scalloped Potatoes as one of the concierge offerings.

If those potatoes are still there, I'd seriously consider upgrading to concierge in December!!!

 

[Tess]

BTW - I was just looking at the wonderful pictures posted on page 1 of this thread (Thank you!) and I noticed the Maui Scalloped Potatoes as one of the concierge offerings.

If those potatoes are still there, I'd seriously consider upgrading to concierge in December!!!

They weren't offered when we were there in June. I'm not sure what the replacement was for the potatoes though, I'm thinking it might have been lo mein, not sure. I wasn't eating a great deal on the last visit--I was too I do remember lo mein being served though!

 

[Shell54]

Do they sell rain ponchos in any of the shops at the Poly or only in the parks?

 

[Tess]

Do they sell rain ponchos in any of the shops at the Poly or only in the parks?

The ponchos and umbrellas are available nearly everywhere on property. They probably won't be out within sight (unless there is a deluge of water), but if you ask at the check-out area, they will magically be produced from behind the counter.

Also, if you purchase an umbrella or poncho and they are damaged during your stay, Disney does replace them--at least that has been our experience over the years--even with the misty bottles.

 

[Shell54]

The ponchos and umbrellas are available nearly everywhere on property. They probably won't be out within sight (unless there is a deluge of water), but if you ask at the check-out area, they will magically be produced from behind the counter.

Also, if you purchase an umbrella or poncho and they are damaged during your stay, Disney does replace them--at least that has been our experience over the years--even with the misty bottles.

Thanks! With all the rain talk lately surrounding Faye it got me thinking of ponchos and rain gear. That's a nice perk if Disney replaces their own damaged ponchos. I'm sure they cost more $$, but very convenient if you spring a leak

 

[goopysolelady]

I can't read what it says the sandwiches on the left are served with, what does it say?

It says served with Asian Vegetable Slaw or Polynesian chips!!!

 

[Aliceacc]

It says served with Asian Vegetable Slaw or Polynesian chips!!!

Both were great!!

 

[butiflfeet]

Have any of you ordered a cake or any other special request (like chocolate covered strawberries YUM!) through in-room dining at the Poly to be delivered to your room? If so how soon in advance did you call and were you pleased with what you received?

I would love to order a cake for our anniversary trip to hopefully replicate our wedding cake in some way and have it delivered to our room the first day or so we are there. Any tips are greatly appreciated!