Makahiki

I would give this place 4.5 stars for the experience. Disney characters galore. If that is what you came in to a disney resort for then that is what you will get. If you want excellent food with gourmet experience then go to a michelin star restaurant. The food was good, the malasadas starter was airy and fluffy, excellent taste for me, then the tropical parfait which was also really good but i saved it for dessert as the malasadas was sweet enough for starters and i didnt want to ruin my appetite. I got the eggs benedict, the eggs were perfectly cooked and the bacon tasted good, the english muffin was excellent. My wife had the traditional omelet, it was ok, very hearty. It was big, it would have filled both of us for that breakfast. We had half of it as a take out. The disney characters were out in full force, goofey was goofing around and dancing(he even walked with 2 kids around the restaurant while the mom took a video), pluto came to our table at least 3x, minnie was walking from table to table. We didnt even notice that there was live music until we were halfway done in our meal. We would come back next time and try other entrees.

My wife and I ate here during our honeymoon stay at Aulani for both a 3-course dinner and the Character Breakfast. Both times were amazing! Post-covid, it is no longer a buffet style dining but you will not leave hungry! The portions were plentiful and the food was delicious for both occasions. Character Breakfast: Food first.... We started each with the fresh juice, kona coffee, malasadas, and parfait. The parfait was really good! The malasadas were a little bit of a miss. While they were good, they were not as good as a fresh Leonard's malasada. They tasted more like a traditional american yeast sugar doughnut, which is still tasty. We then shared the Kalua Pig omelet and the Sweet bread french toast. Both were delicious and very much enjoyed! Now for the characters... We were greeted first with a photo op with Mickey and the pictures came out great! It was $35 for the digital package, which we didn't hesitate to get. The nice thing is that they had a cast member there to take pictures with your phone and those came out great to, so the purchase was not a requirement. We then also got to meet Minnie on the way to our table, and at the table we met Chip, Dale, and Aunty. Each allow a photo op with your phones. High recommend this experience even if you aren't staying at the resort. Dinner: The 3-course meal was more food then we could eat, and very tasty! We shared everything; Roasted tomato soup, wedge salad, chicken & mushroom pasta (sub fettucine instead of spaghetti), 8oz filter mignon, kona coffee cheesecake, and pineapple cobbler. All amazing, all highly recommended. How does this compare to Ama Ama's 4 course dinner? Well, try not to compare as they are very different experiences. Ama Ama is a fine dining experience. Yes you are paying twice as much and yes you are getting smaller portions, but the ingredients used at Ama Ama are more premium/higher quality ingredients along with a higher level of plating and amazing views of the sunset over the ocean. Do both of the dining options, or do the one that fits the vibe you are looking for. You can't go wrong in the choice.

Best birthday breakfast of my life thanks to Jason, Richard and also the woman who played the ukulele. They made my birthday a very special day bringing me a cupcake with a candle and singing me the happy birthday in Hawaiian. They made me feel very special and I think it's a very difficult thing to do when you are so far away from your family, so I will never have the right words to thank you for all this. The service was incredible, always worrying if we needed anything and the breakfast was great. The natural pineapple juice was delicious and we were very quiet having breakfast. Thank you for making my birthday such a special moment. Thank you for being so attentive and kind to us Jason, we really appreciated that.

We had a great meal at Makahiki in the Disney Aulani Hotel. This place is more than just a restaurant. It gives you an experience you'll never forget. The food was really tasty, with great flavors and looked really good. We loved the steak with wine. The taste was perfect. Don't miss out on the cocktails. They were just right and very tasty. They made our evening even better. The feel of Makahiki is calm, so you can chill and enjoy your family time. The staff was super friendly and made sure we were happy. In short, Makahiki is a great place to eat. It has yummy food, a relaxing feel, and great service. If you are at the Disney Aulani Hotel, you should check it out!

A great way to start the morning, with a character breakfast. We had a wonderful breakfast with waffles, eggs, and local dishes. The food was cooked perfectly and came out at the perfect temperature. We all took pictures with Mickey and had roaming characters like Goofy, Max, and Pluto. There was a wandering musician playing local Hawaiian music. The staff was always kind and helpful, tending to all our needs. The local wildlife likes to roam under the tables if you're seated near the edges outside. So you might be visited by a mongoose or two. It is mainly for reservations, but walk-ins are welcome. Just come in at 6 am. To add your name to the list as it fills up fast. Prices are at Disney values, so plan accordingly.

Do yourself a favor and eat here. Probably the only meal in the last week that was worth it. The catch of the day was seared Ahi and wow was it incredible with ZERO fishy taste. The pineapple cobler was warm and delicious. This restaurant is exactly what you expect when you are going to anything Disney. Incredibly friendly and attentive server Ilia! He made the experience that much better. Thank you!

We had great experiences at Makahiki both for breakfast and dinner. The pictures show our 3 course menu from dinner, the food was well made, the service was very friendly and we sat on their outside patio, where you have nice views of the Hotel outdoor area. During breakfast they have a very well organized breakfast with characters where you're guaranteed to hang out with Mikey and at least 3 of his friends - my 6-year-old has a blast.

Worth it to grab a nice dinner if you want to stay in the resort. They serve dinner as a 3 course meal, and while most of my party enjoyed their salads, the tomato soup was the only non salad option for the first course. The main course options were also limited, but good. You won't be stuffed when you're finished.

Our family of five from Texas and Oklahoma visited Oahu and the Big Island for Spring Break! We ate at Makahiki for breakfast and were able to enjoy the characters! We took pics with Mickey and Minnie separately with Photo Pass photographers before being seated. Our first day, we also saw Stitch and Pluto. The second day, we saw Chip and Dale. (So the characters rotate daily) The characters took time with each table and were not rushed like they are at Disney World!! We were served a pastry basket and fruit first. The Guava Danish is the Best!! We asked for extras! We ordered the Loco Moco, the Sweet Bread French Toast and the Buttermilk Pancakes. All the meals were Delicious!! We also had Mimosas and they were very good..hard to beat a Disney Mimosa!!