Makahiki: Aulani’s Buffet Transformed Into a 4-Star Restaurant

Editorial Summary

The creators visit Makahiki at Disney's Aulani resort in Hawaii to experience its transformation from a character buffet into a three-course sit-down restaurant. After a brief stop to see character greetings, they arrive at the restaurant to admire the elaborate decor, which includes blown glass ceiling art, colorful murals, and festive garlands. The meal begins with cocktails, including a tropical rum drink and a lychee margarita, followed by starters such as corn soup and caprese salad. For the main course, the creators enjoy mahi mahi with macadamia pesto potatoes and a prime rib eye steak served with steak frites. They conclude their dining experience with desserts consisting of Kona coffee cheesecake and roasted pineapple cobbler. The creators express high praise for the food quality, presentation, and atmosphere, ultimately awarding the restaurant a top rating for their channel. They note that the restaurant's name refers to the Hawaiian harvest season, a theme reflected throughout the establishment.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.