Makahiki

4.0
341 reviews
Makahiki

About

Hawaiian RestaurantDisney
This casual, family-friendly restaurant is named for the Makahiki season, the traditional Hawaiian celebration of the harvest. Here, the spirit of Makahiki is celebrated through delectable cuisine and local artwork.

Details

  • Dine-inAvailable
  • Accepts reservationsAvailable
  • Cash onlyNot available
  • BreakfastAvailable

Location

Makahiki
92 Ali'inui Dr., Kapolei, HI
96707, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.0
341 reviews
5 stars
176
4 stars
72
3 stars
42
2 stars
26
1 star
25

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Quality

Service received mixed reviews; while some praised the attentiveness and friendliness of staff, others reported slow service and unprofessional behavior from certain servers.

Food Quality

Food quality was inconsistent; some dishes were praised for being delicious, while others were criticized for being overcooked or underwhelming given the high prices.

Character Experience

The character breakfast was highlighted as a fun experience for families, with many enjoying the interactions with characters, although some felt the number of characters present was lacking.

Pricing Concerns

Many customers felt that the prices were high relative to the food quality and overall experience, leading to mixed feelings about the value for money.

Ambiance

The restaurant's ambiance received positive feedback, with many appreciating the beautiful setting and atmosphere.
  • EL
    ema_ log8
    3 days ago
    4.0
    予約必須のモーニング! Disneyのキャラクターに会えるカフェ🥰 テーブルに来てくれたりダンスを披露してくれたりDisney好きにはたまりません。可愛くて癒されました!!お料理はメインとドリンクが選べます。フルーツやマサラダはマストで付きます。正直な所普通…より少し下かな。もう少し改善してほしいです。
  • MK
    Michael Kane
    Jan 3, 2026
    3.0
    The ambiance and setting is fantastic. The service is phenomenal, as you’d expect at any Disney property. But, the food is just woefully underwhelming for the price. We are Disney people and go out of our way to these resorts, restaurants, etc. The food here needs to be better had the mahi mahi and it was so over cooked, just not good.
  • EM
    Eddie Moy
    Dec 30, 2025
    3.0
    Impossible to get reservations for the character breakfast. If you really want it, go 6:45am to line up. Would say skip and go to Off the Hook. Dinner service was horrible. Our seats were wet and there was ice cream on the floor. My seat was sticky. My son got a stomach ache from eating the ribs. Super expensive for a 3 course dinner. Skip and go out for dinner.
  • PC
    Phil C
    Dec 30, 2025
    4.0
    This review is for the character breakfast. A few in our group have been here before, and the rest of us were here for the first time. We made reservations a couple of months in advance for a large party and were seated within 15 minutes of checking in. Once called, we had a chance to take photos with Mickey Mouse, who was stationed near the host's desk. Everyone in our party had a picture with Mickey, and then we were led to our table. The breakfast menu includes set starters and entrée options, no longer a buffet. Everyone at the table started with fresh fruit and a malasada. For my entrée, I chose the Punaluu Sweet Bread French Toast with Portuguese sausage. I enjoyed the French toast, though a bit sweeter than I'm used to, and the sausage was average. I've had better Portuguese sausage elsewhere. Some of my family enjoyed the Loco Moco, Kalua Pig Omelet, and Buttermilk Pancakes. The kids enjoyed their meals as well, especially the Mickey waffles. A few characters (Minnie, Pluto, and Stitch) made their way around the dining area multiple times, greeting everyone, giving hugs, and creating photo opportunities. The adults were just as excited to see the characters as were the kids. This alone is worth the price. Our primary server, Jason (12/14/25), was excellent, attentive, and friendly. Always props to the staff whenever we dine in as a large group.
  • MB
    Melissa Bolduc
    Dec 3, 2025
    4.0
    From what I understand, this character breakfast is really hard to get into. However, we were still on mainland time so we were up around 5am which made it easy to walk up to the door around 6:45 to stand in the stand-by line. We were 3rd in line (with all the other dads who woke up early to wait) and got in right at 7am. We were guided into the space and BOOM Hawaiian Mickey!! We sat at the table and were instantly greeted by Chip and Dale and took all the pictures and video we wanted. Next, we watched Minnie Mouse dance the hula to Uncle Mahina's ukulele and whimsical voice. We had met Uncle on the tour the day before and he remembered us by name! The service was slow, which could have been deliberate so we could see all the characters but it was noticeable after we had said hi to all the characters multiple times. The menu was small and made even smaller by my dietary needs. Here is my only real complaint...it is not like the cruise line or Disney World in terms of dietary restrictions. I have a dairy allergy and gluten sensitivity. I was very limited in what I could eat which made that hefty $57 per person FOR BREAKFAST much more painful. There weren't substitutions for dietary needs, just eliminations. So overall, I am very glad we got to do it once, but I am not inclined to do it again. I'd much rather go to one of the other restaurants on property, or cross the street to some of the outside of Disney options.

Frequently Asked Questions About Makahiki

What type of cuisine does Makahiki restaurant offer?

Makahiki offers Hawaiian cuisine in a casual, family-friendly setting inspired by the traditional Makahiki harvest celebration.

What are the operating hours of Makahiki?

Makahiki is open Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM. On Wednesday and Thursday, it is open only from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.