Hawaiian Cuisine at Tangaroa Terrace
By: Tiffini HensleySeptember 14, 2017Nestled among towering palm trees and next to the monorail pool at Disneyland Hotel, you’ll find a unique quick service dining location called Tangaroa Terrace.
Although this is technically a quick service restaurant, it is a location that my family must try every time we are at Disneyland. What makes this restaurant so unique? The food! During breakfast, there are many fabulous choices, ranging from traditional platters and wraps, to my personal favorite, the French Toast. I’m sure you’re thinking to yourself, “What’s so special about French Toast?” This version of French Toast sets itself apart by being topped with a warm banana, caramel sauce and powdered sugar, which makes this a mouth-watering combination, when coupled with either bacon or sausage. For the kids, or the kids at heart, a popular choice is the ever-popular Mickey waffles.
One of my personal favorite times to indulge in breakfast at Tangaroa Terrace has been after a RunDisney race. Since many of the races will end right outside of Downtown Disney, Tangaroa Terrace is a close by option to get your carb fix after the race, and before you head to either rest at your hotel or to the theme parks!For lunch and dinner, the options are every bit as delicious. A couple choices that are especially delightful are the Hawaiian cheeseburger with sweet potato fries and the Kalua pork flatbread. For the kids, they have a variety of options, ranging from a burger to a salmon dish.In addition to the fantastic food, Tangaroa Terrace is situated in a prime location at the Disneyland Hotel, right next to the pool and in between the three towers (Adventure, Frontier and Fantasy) of the Disneyland Hotel. The restaurant has seating options both inside or outside or you can even get your food to go so that you can eat back in the comfort of your hotel room. The versatility of seating options has helped make this restaurant a favorite in my family, since my son can keep an eye on the pool while eating to make sure he’s not missing out on any of the fun.For those moments that you find yourself kid-free, located right next door is another fan favorite, Trader Sam’s, offering snacks and cocktails, with the same tiki vibe!So next time you find yourself at Disneyland, be sure to take the time to check out a unique quick service option outside of the parks, at Tangaroa Terrace. Your tummy will thank you for it!If you’d like to see additional pictures and videos from my visit to Disneyland, please check out my Facebook page, www.facebook.com/thensley.wft. If you’d like more information, or to start planning your next vacation, please contact Tiffini@wishesfamilytravel.com.