Disneyland Tropical Hideaway Menu and Review

Tropical Hideaway is a fun eatery in Adventureland at Disneyland. We go every time we visit; it is a favorite. You must check out Disneyland's Tropical Hideaway menu for yummy treats & stay for the relaxing vibes with great views of the Jungle Cruise.

From savory bao buns to sweet Dole whip floats & cones, this fun casual dining spot in Disneyland is a must-try. For a quick bite to eat with the sounds of the Jungle Cruise going buy, this is my favorite chill spot on this side of the park. What is your favorite secret spot?

• updates made to this article in June 2024 for current Tropical Hideaway menu at Disneyland

What is the Tropical Hideaway?

It is a counter based eatery with both sweet and savory global cuisine snacks. And in true Adventureland fashion, Dole Whips are the star. There is now another place to quench your frosty pineapple Dole Whip craving.  (hopefully, this helps keep the lines by the Tiki Room shorter but I doubt it!)

It opened in December 2018 and we had our first visit and taste in April 2019. The menu changes but there is always favorites to enjoy & something new to taste. Use the Disneyland app to order ahead too.

Where is the Tropical Hideaway in Disneyland?

It is tucked back in the corner between the Tiki Room and the exit of the Jungle Cruise. This gives it a true hideaway feel along the tranquil banks as the boats motor past. You cross footbridges to enter it which are easily accessible for everyone and strollers.

Simply browse along the different counters to get your snacks. There is also rumor of a secret menu item,  read below to find out what that is.

Tropical Hideaway Dole Whip & Floats

If you are on this side of the park and you want a snack and a quick break, this is a wonderful option. The items in this section are priced between $6-10 each before tax.

Here were some of the snack choices during our visit.  As you walk through the counter service, you start with the Dole Whip Station.  The offerings are:

• Dole Whips & Floats - Pineapple, Orange, Raspberry
• Dole Swirls - Pineapple & another flavor swirled together
• Dole Loaded Whips - Orange Pineapple Swirl with tropical fruits

Wait, what?!?!  Where are the photos of the Dole Whips & Floats? Well let's just say the kids were so hungry, did I get a single photo of one - NO! Crazy but true!   Luckily I did get a few pictures below of the other snacks we did order and enjoy.

Tropical Hideaway Asian Inspired Snacks

There was also a large cooler bin next to the line that was filled with Chilled Ramen Shakers. Each looked to be a mix of cold ramen noodles, matchstick veggies like carrots and cucumbers, spicy pecans, plus cilantro and an Asian inspired dressing.

I have not seen this in recent trips but if they offer it, grab it. It was a bit messy to eat but my favorite savory grab & go thing ever at Disneyland !

After the Dole Whip counter comes the hot foods. Here you have a choice of three different bao. When we first wen the Chinese buns, bao, came in either Bulgogi Beef, Spicy Vegetable, or Lime Chicken. Prices are now between $6-7 each.

The current menu offers the following:

• Char Siu Bao - sweet & sticky pork (we liked the bulgogi beef original better)
• Lime Chicken Bao - still on the menu & a classic but not my favorite
• Spiced Vegetable - still the vegetarian offering with chickpeas & veggies (medium spiced & super flavorful - still love this one more than the chicken)
• ALL 3 - get one of each priced together at about $18

Before the check out at the register, there are also bins of chilled bottled waters and sodas. Plus some shelves of chips plus fresh fruits like mango, watermelon and, of course, pineapple spears.

Other Desserts

Last but not least was a sweet treat. The Sweet Lumpia is a deep-fried egg roll like dessert.  The flaky pastry is wrapped around a sweet cream cheese filling, deep fried, and then dusted with sugar. Dipping the crispy dessert into the tangy pineapple sauce set it over the top.

This item too may or may not come back to the current menu. I have seen a savory pork lumpia recently. Both are great so I say if you see any kind of lumpia on the menu - grab one!

Why This is My Favorite Place to Relax

Whether it is a hot, humid, or perfect day, I love this area of the park. There are plenty of tables under the awnings to offer shade when it is hot and you want to cool off with a Dole Whip.

The tiki torches and overhead lanterns are true to Disney and the level of detail they bring with everything they do. Don't miss Rosita the singing bird for some Tiki Room vibes.

The sounds of the Jungle Cruise boat captains telling their final jokes of the tour as they go by just makes this whole experience for me.  I like to play the "if you worked at Disneyland, what job would you want to do?" game with people when we are there. My answer has never changed after all these years - Jungle Cruise Boat Captain - no doubt.  Yep, I would love to say the cheesy sarcastic jokes all day long over and over.

Tip Tips

Here is how to get your food fast & enjoy a bit of relaxation too:

• Order ahead of time on the Disneyland Mobiel App.
• On HOT days, the Dole Whips & Floats are popular so order hours ahead of time on the app to make sure you get yours.
• Grab a seat in the shade on a hot day & let others in your party get in line to order.
• If you wish to walk & eat, these are great options to enjoy while standing in line at the Jungle Cruise or for Indiana Jones which are steps away.

Final Notes & Review

Overall, this will be a snack stop we hit regularly when we visit Disneyland. Good value & just enough options to choose from but not too many that the lines don't move fast. We love that there is both savory & sweet options. All are on the cheap end.

It is near the Bengal Barbecue eatery which is one of my favorites.  I think next time I will get a Pork Belly Skewer at the Bengal Barbecue and walk over to get a Pineapple Dole Whip and dip the skewer in that - no no no - I am kidding!  Both are delicious but not together! Don't pork by pineapple!