Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Adds Walk-Up Waitlist in the Disney App

Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Adds Walk-Up Waitlist to My Disney Experience App

If you have ever found yourself pacing the Polynesian Village Resort like a sailor waiting for favorable winds, there is some very tiki-tastic news. Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto has officially added a digital walk-up waitlist to the My Disney Experience app, making it easier to score a seat inside one of Walt Disney World’s most popular and notoriously hard-to-get-into lounges.

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Instead of lining up in person and hoping your name gets called, guests can now join the walk-up waitlist directly from the My Disney Experience app. There is one important catch though, you must be physically at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort to join the list. Once you are added, the app will send notifications when your return time is ready, so you can wander, shop, or enjoy the island vibes without standing in a crowded line.

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A few things to know before you start tapping refresh like it is a limited edition tiki mug release. Availability is still very limited, and the waitlist can fill up quickly, especially during busy evenings. Trader Sam’s remains walk-up only, with no advance dining reservations offered, and seating inside the grotto is still extremely limited. Entry rules have not changed either, including the 21 and over policy after 8:00 pm.

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