Gluten-free at Disney’s Kona Cafe
Walt Disney World is the least daunting place on earth to ask for special diet accommodations. If you are looking to eat gluten-free at Kona Cafe, then you are in the right place! We delighted in our dining experience from the first sip to the last bite.
Starting with the cocktails menu, we took a break from the heat and madness of the parks to sip. First, this margarita is both refreshing and gluten-free. My only complaint is that it tasted cheaply made from either a store or batch mix. We’ve sipped our first taste of relaxation. Therefore it is time to get to the dinner menu.
Gluten-free at Kona cafe: Allergy-Friendly Menu
Appetizers
Nigiri – $16
For Gluten/Wheat, Egg, and Milk Allergies
Kona Salad – $10
For Gluten/Wheat, Milk, Fish/Shellfish, and Soy Allergies
Sashimi – $17
For Gluten/Wheat, Milk, Peanut/Tree Nut, and Shellfish Allergies
Vegetable Nigiri – $11.00
For Gluten/Wheat, Egg, Peanut/Tree Nut, Fish/Shellfish, and Milk Allergies
Tuna Poke – $13
For Milk and Shellfish Allergies
Hamachi Tuna-Cilantro Roll – $16.00
For Gluten/Wheat, Peanut/Tree Nut, and Milk Allergies
Entrees
Miso-Buttered Strip Loin – $34.00
For Gluten/Wheat, Egg, Fish/Shellfish, and Peanut/Tree Nut Allergies
Verlasso Salmon – Market Price
For Gluten/Wheat, Egg, and Peanut/Tree Nut Allergies
Shrimp Salad with Yuzu Emulsion – $18.00
For Gluten/Wheat, Egg, and Peanut/Tree Nut Allergies
Tofu or Chicken Pan-Asian Stir Fry with Rice Noodles in a Soy-Yuzu Sauce – $19.00
For Gluten/Wheat, Egg, Fish/Shellfish, Milk, and Tree Nut Allergies
Lemongrass-Scented Airline Chicken Breast – $23.00
For Gluten/Wheat, Egg, Milk, and Peanut Allergies
Island-Style Beef Burger on an Allergy-Friendly Bun – $20.00
For Gluten/Wheat, Milk/Dairy, Fish/Shellfish, Peanut/Tree Nut Allergies
Kids’ Meals for guests ages 9 and under
Appetizers (a la carte)
Garden Salad with Ranch Dressing – $3
For Gluten/Wheat, Fish/Shellfish, and Peanut/Tree Nut Allergies
Chicken Noodle Soup – $3.00
For Egg, Fish/Shellfish, Milk, and Peanut/Tree Nut Allergies
With a Mickey Check Meal, you choose your kid’s drink.
Grilled Chicken Breast – $10
Entree: Grilled Chicken Breast served over Steamed Vegetables Dessert: Fruit Salad
For Gluten/Wheat, Egg, Fish/Shellfish, Milk, and Soy Allergies
Pasta with Turkey Marinara – $11.00
Entree: Pasta with Turkey Marinara served with Steamed Vegetables Dessert: Fruit Salad
For Egg, Fish/Shellfish, Milk, and Peanut/Tree Nut Allergies
Grilled Fish of the Day – $11
Entree: Grilled Fish of the Day served with Steamed Vegetables Dessert: Fruit Salad
For Gluten/Wheat, Egg, Milk, and Peanut/Tree Nut Allergies
Beverages
Low-fat Milk
Small Dasani Water
Minute Maid Apple Juice
Entrees
Cheeseburger served on an Allergy-Friendly Bun – $10.00
Gluten/Wheat, Fish/Shellfish, and Peanut/Tree Nut Allergies
Hot Dog served on an Allergy-Friendly Bun – $9
For Gluten/Wheat, Fish/Shellfish, Milk, and Peanut/Tree Nut Allergies
Dessert
Fruit Salad
For Gluten/Wheat, Egg, Fish/Shellfish, Milk, Peanut/Tree Nut, and Soy Allergies
French Fries upon request.
For Gluten/Wheat, Egg, Fish/Shellfish, Milk, and Peanut/Tree Nut Allergies
Gluten-free at Kona Cafe
Next, entrees at the Kona Cafe are usually fresh and delicious. I craved a veggie filled dish all day and wound up selecting the Chicken Asian Stir Fry with Rice Noodles in a Soy-Yuzu Sauce. The snap peas added a refreshing texture and flavor to the dish that was light but filling.
Altogether, I really enjoyed it at the end of a long, hot day at the theme parks. But, it did not reheat well- it was a mushy mess. Don’t bother taking it with you if you can’t finish it in one sitting.
My husband enjoyed the Miso-buttered Strip Loin, a thick cut of steak that they recommend served medium rare. Similarly, if you opt for a well-done steak, the chef can butterfly for a quicker finish. But beware, it will change the taste.
The steak was flavorful, and the mash complemented the meat nicely. The vegetables were a tantalizingly sweet addition to this meal’s flavor profile.
Due to the fact that our daughter can eat gluten, here is a gratuitous photograph of the gluten-filled crab cakes. However, they are gluten-hungry baby approved!
She adores Minnie Mouse, so we dress her in it daily. If those red curls are an indication of her future hair, I can’t wait to see our Merida style warrior grow up.
Final Thoughts on Gluten-free Dining at Kona Cafe
Indeed, we enjoyed eating gluten-free at the Kona Cafe. We were thrilled to get a last-minute reservation. Luckily, Kona Cafe always seems reasonably easy to get a reservation for at the last minute. Although that has changed in recent years. If all else fails, get a Dole Whip at Pineapple Lanai. Finally, stay tuned as we review and discuss our lavish stay at the Polynesian Village Resort.
If you’re looking for more gluten-free options in Walt Disney World, we have covered a few dining options.
- Gluten-Free Nine Dragon’s in Epcot’s China
- Gluten-Free Tiffins at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
- Gluten-Free Trattoria al Forno: Bon Voyage Breakfast
- Gluten-Free Nomad Lounge at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Interested in more Walt Disney World gluten-free snacks? Then, check out our favorites!
