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Trader Sam's

Disneyland Hotel, 1150 Magic Way, Anaheim, CA (The Colony)
714 781-3463
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Ranked #69 of 361 restaurants in Anaheim
Price range: 9 AUD - 14 AUD
Cuisines: American
Dining options: After-hours
Neighbourhood: The Colony
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Dining options: After-hours
Neighbourhood: The Colony
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Mechanicsville, Virginia, United States
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10 reviews 10 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

I read a review that they served kids cocktails. My 10 year old was looking forward to having one before dinner. We had to search high and low and we finally found this tiny little enclosed bar in the back behind the pools. It looked like a very shady bar you would find in a biker movie. We quickly left... More

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White Rock
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

We were staying at the Disneyland Hotel so this was right out our door. So small, it was awkward standing around waiting for a table to free up. Service was crap, borderline rude. Signature drinks so strong they were almost undrinkable. I know that sounds ridiculous but they were like large shots of straightup liquor rather than mixed cocktails. Food... More

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Bridgman, Michigan
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27 restaurant reviews
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19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

Wow, I could have been on fire and no one would have helped. I made it a point to make everyone walk to find Trader Sam's…wanted to have a nice drink on the patio…looked nice online… But no one ever came to help, waiting quite some time, the couch and resting and talking was great, so it didn't bother me... More

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New Hampshire
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

After 2 days of hitting the parks hard, this was a great place to sit and relax with 2 tired kids and enjoy some very tasty tropical drinks. We sat outside and took over a coach and lounge chair area where the kids got to spread out and chill for a bit. While we didn't spend much time inside, Trader... More

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Burlington, NJ
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

We read too many reviews to miss this place. Its small, with smart aleck waiters and its own island environment (thunder, lightening, volcanos). Limited food menu but interesting cocktail menu. Enjoyed the lettuce wraps, the fish tacos and the burgers - all excellent. Not necessarily the place for small kids or large groups - but perfect for couples, friends or... More

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Calgary, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

We visited during a combo of spring break and wonder-con so the place was standing room only...which talking to a regular is apparently unusual. Despite the crowds we managed to snag a seat at the bar. The drinks were delicious (and strong) We had to order the fun souvenir mugs but those drinks also can be ordered a little cheaper... More

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Aspers, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

The Tiki Bar is a wonderful place for an adventure. Things happen here- you just have to try it and see! The fruity drinks are grand and the food is good. We had the lettuce wraps and the pinapple burger. Both were tasty. A very fun evening.

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Hamilton
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

The service was terrible! We sat outside and asked to be served. When we ordered our exhorbantly priced cocktails that were themed we were told they came with souvenir glasses. Our drinks were supposed to have some sort of fanfare with them but our unenthusiastic waitress said oh it wont light... Then proceeded to limply clap and mumble oooh ahhh.... More

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San Diego, California
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12 restaurant reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

This place was amazing when it first opened but like all good bars this one lost it's way. It's constantly crowded with elitest locals and Disney workers. The service has gone downhill but it is still worth a visit if you can get in and are ok with spending the tourist prices on the themed drinks.

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Colorado
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013

As a self-professed tikiphile, I was predisposed to like Disney's newish nod to the mid-century Polynesian craze. Named after a character referenced on the Jungle Cruise ride in the park, and sharing a common heritage with the Enchanted TIki Room, this is a wonderful alternative to the crowded and frantic food offerings in the Disney parks, and along the rest... More

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