Refresh yourself while at Disneyland Resort

Category: Restaurants

With the hot days of summer just around the corner the Disneyland Resort will be on many people’s destination list. Whether for family summer vacations, honeymoons, anniversaries, birthdays, or just because, Disneyland and Disney California Adventure offer plenty of fun and food for all.

While there are a slew of great restaurants throughout both parks as well as Downtown Disney and the Disneyland hotels, sometimes all you want is a refreshing drink to whet your whistle.  I have just what it takes to refresh and hydrate so you can tackle more Disney fun.

Dole Whip and Dole Whip Float

I’m referring to none other than the Dole Whip Float. After discovering Dole Whip decades ago in Hawaii, I am always one to search out local places that offer that delicious treat. Disneyland does just that. Note: there are many more flavors of Dole Whip, (especially in Walt Disney World) but can they really be as good as the classic original?

Dole Whips are soft-serve pineapple non-dairy ice cream and totally delicious. Now pair that with a glass of pineapple juice and you have a great pineapple flavor refreshing libation.

So where can you treat yourself to this delicious drink? In Disneyland Park simply go to the Tiki Juice Bar (in front of the Enchanted Tiki Room) where you can get your Dole Whip, Dole Whip Float, or just a spear of fresh pineapple. And just behind the Tiki Room is The Tropical Hideaway featuring some food options as well as the Dole Whips and Dole Whip Floats.

And if you’re just shopping and dining at Downtown Disney, or if you’re staying at the Disneyland Hotel, you can get a Dole Whip Float (with or without a splash of rum – for 21 and older, of course) at the Tangaroa Terrace by the pool. This Tropical Bar and Grill offers food and drinks, and my favorite – the Dole Whip Float.

With all the mentions of “Dole Whip Floats” you think the Dole might send me some vouchers? Uh…no. But that’s OK. They’re worth it. Cheers!

About the Author

Francine Brokaw has been covering all aspects of the entertainment industry for over 30 years. She also writes about products and travel. She has been published in national and international newspapers and magazines as well as Internet websites. She has written her own book, Beyond the Red Carpet The World of Entertainment Journalists, is the entertainment correspondent for Good Day Orange County, and has her own TV show, Beyond the Red Carpet, on Village Television in Orange County. She is a longstanding member of the Television Critics Association and is accredited by the MPAA.