Aulani Pool
  • On Jul 27, 2025
    Rosalie from FL Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    My family has specific dietary needs and prefer to prepare our own meals. We have not used the grills at Aulani before and want to know where we can eat our food outside after we cook

    Aloha, Rosalie!

    What can I say, except welcome back to planDisney! Mahalo (that means "thank you" in Hawaiian) for surfing by with your question. Rosalie, see the line where the sky meets the sea? It calls me, which is why our family has visited Aulani Resort several times.  Because when the spirit of Aloha meets the magic of Disney, there's no place I'd rather be than riding the Hawaiian roller coaster ride. 

    Rosalie, there are barbecue grills at Aulani called Pulehu Place. It is located behind Auntie's Beach House, and there is a picnic table there where you can enjoy your meal.  Alternatively, there is typically seating in front of Mama's Snack Shop, which is a short walk away, and there is seating outside of Ulu's Cafe.  As both of these are quick service locations, you should be able to enjoy your meal at these locations.  

    If you need additional groceries, there is a market within walking distance of Aulani, in the shopping plaza across the street. You can also order grocery delivery to the Resort, and there are a few grocery items at Kelepa's Store at the Resort.  Be sure to pick up a box of Honolulu Cookie Co. Cookies for your room. They are my favorite treat, and they make great souvenirs to take home a taste of the islands to family and friends.

    The one thing to note, though, is that Aulani can't store perishable items for Guests prior to their arrival. So, I recommend timing your grocery order for when you have access to your room so you can put the perishable items away upon arrival.

    I hope this helps you, Rosalie! If you have any further Disney vacation planning questions, surf back here to see me and I'll be so happy to help you. Here at planDisney, we know the way to help you maximize the magic of your vacation.  

    A Hui Hou (it means "until we meet again" in Hawaiian),
    Keri
thumbnail image for Keri

Meet the Panelist: Keri, Massachusetts

Hi there, I'm Keri from Massachusetts, a wife and mom to preteen twins and a teen. Since my first magical visit to Walt Disney World at age three, I've loved all things Disney. My husband found his passion for pixie dust on our honeymoon and his first visit to a Disney park. Soon after, we joined Disney Vacation Club, which has afforded us unforgettable family vacations for the last 22 years. Disney Vacation Club has helped us create our most magical vacation memories. I can't wait to help you plan yours. Learn More About Keri

Related Video

  • thumbnail image for Adventure | planDisney Podcast – Episode 10

Didn't find what you were looking for? Click the Ask a Question button to open the Ask a Question dialogue box. If you are not logged in a dialogue box will appear to signin in order to ask a question.

To submit your question, please log in now if you have not already done so.

Ask a QuestionOpens the Ask a Question dialog box.
x

Update Browser

For a better experience browsing this website, please download an updated version of Internet Explorer.


Or you can continue browsing without updating.