Reviews of Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto
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Reviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 05/31/2022
Rating: (10) Recommended
So much fun to sit and enjoy the atmosphere. I am under 21 so i can’t review the drinks but I did enjoy the room changing as people ordered specific drinks. We went to the hostess and she took our name and party size and after a short wait we got in. I thought we would be seated at a table but to my surprise we had to find any 2 seats. This isn’t a bad thing though my mom and i met a wonderful couple and enjoyed talking to them.
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atmosphere!!Cons:
If you’re shy the seating arrangement may not be for youReviewed by FleurDeLys Review Date: 12/14/2021
Rating: (10) Recommended
We left MK mid-afternoon to go over to Trader Sam's, knowing that they opened at 3pm and that there may be a wait to get in. The cast member at the door took our name and cell phone number (no pager) about 45 minutes before opening time, and we casually wandered about the lobby and shops. About 5 minutes before opening time, we returned to wait with all the others on the list. Our name was called in the first batch and we were ushered inside to a specific table (we didn't have to find our own). There were only two of us, and a cast member later brought around a party of one to join us at the table. We have been to Sam's before, so we mostly knew what to expect. The special effects are... well, they are special. The space is literally filled to the rafters with details! The servers and bartenders seemed to enjoy the antics, as did we. Our server was especially sassy, to the point of being snarky (but not rude). When I asked about the Jungle Cruise tiki mug, she said that they did have it - and in perfect unapologetic deadpan, told me "But the drink it comes with is not very good. It's bad." I had it anyway, and she was right, but I got the mug. Our food was good, but the small plates are ... well, they are small. I recommend that playful people try Trader Sam's for a unique experience.
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atmosphere, and a tiki mug full of funCons:
it's got limited capacity, so it may be hard to get inReviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 08/11/2020
Rating: (10) Recommended
Trader Sam’s is the ULTIMATE must do in pretty much all of Walt Disney World in my opinion. I visit 5-7 times a year from out of state and have never had a bad experience. The staff is always so into their characters and almost every drink is top notch every time. The prices can be a bit on the higher side but for the top tier quality of the drinks, food and service, its always a spectacular way to begin a monorail crawl around the resorts
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Amazing drinks, super funny staff, very immersive,Cons:
Can be a long wait- but dont let that deter you! Just grab a drink outside or at the barefoot pool bar while you wait!Reviewed by sand935 Review Date: 10/01/2018
Rating: (10) Recommended
What a fun place! The drinks were great and the presentation for each drink type was so much fun. Animated squid arm, storms in the windows and much more. The food was also good. Have been here twice now and am looking forward to going again.
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AtmosphereCons:
long waits to get inReviewed by Lori Review Date: 09/26/2018
Rating: (10) Recommended
Trader Sam's is one of our favorite places. The atmosphere and the cast members are fantastic. And be aware, strange and wonderful things may happen depending on what drinks you order and where you are seated! The Headhunter sushi roll is my favorite sushi on property.
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Wonderful atmosphere, interactive cast members, great food.Cons:
A limited number of seats are available, so there may be a long wait to get in, especially during busy times.Reviewed by allec999 Review Date: 11/03/2017
Rating: (10) Recommended
Loved this place! Staff here goes all out. A number of drinks come with their own little show upon delivery. The delivery of the Nautilus cocktail was our favorite. There were some other surprises as well. Only complaint is that we tried to go back again another night and couldn't get in. We understand why. So much fun.
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Atmosphere, staffCons:
hard to get inReviewed by grandflo89 Review Date: 07/07/2015
Rating: (10) Recommended
I was the first one in line on May 29th and since I was alone and on business, I decided to take a seat at the bar. The bartender waited for me to decide on a Tiki,Tiki,Tiki, Rum. It was great. The bartenders were very busy, but were attentive and took the time to talk to you. I didn't have a chance to sample any of the food offerings but everyone within earshot of me were raving about how good everything was. I will be back.
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ThemingCons:
NoneReviewed by ChefsWife70 Review Date: 04/10/2022
Rating: (9) Recommended
What a fun experience! I've been coming to WDW since 1975 and this was my first time at Trader Sam's. Since this was our first time traveling without kids or a big family group, my husband and I were excited about finally having the opportunity to visit the Grog Grotto. We put our name on the return list around 2:45 and were called back via text around 3:45. We were seated with a larger family group at the surfboard table in the center. They were ordering food so we got to see and smell the yummy offerings even though we had already eaten at Capt. Cook's earlier. Since it was our first experience, we ordered several drinks and bought souvenir Tiki mugs. It was a little pricey, but worth it for a special occasion. The drinks were strong, but really good. The fun atmosphere and antics combined with the special effects were really enjoyable. This was a great way to spend a resort day afternoon before a dining reservation.
Pros:
Fun, unique atmosphere. Tiki souvenir mugs. The Spikey Pineapple (Dole Whip blended with rum) is worth the visit alone.Cons:
Limited seating can make it difficult to get into if you don't plan ahead.Reviewed by maegenduerksen Review Date: 09/30/2018
Rating: (9) Recommended
What a hidden gem! Our family now has a tradition of visiting Trader Sam’s whenever we’re vacationing at WDW. I constantly found myself laughing out loud at the bartenders and wait staff. Entertainment, drinks... reminds me of Adventurers Club actually.
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Great atmosphereCons:
Wish it was biggerReviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 09/26/2018
Rating: (9) Recommended
Great place for adults to have a little kid free fun after 8 pm. A very social environment to meet guests and cast members from all over the world. Food was good, drinks were great and the entertaining servers were wonderful. Each different drink comes with its own special experience.
