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Kona Cafe reopened October 30, 2022 (officially November 1) after a refurbishment with a redesigned entrance, new fencing, and new lighting fixtures.
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Menu & change history
the lifetime log- 2022
The 2022 reopening brought menu changes, with the Big Kahuna Burger replacing the Crispy Cheddar Burger at lunch plus new breakfast and dinner items.
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Kona Cafe closed August 15, 2022 for a refurbishment, announced June 3, 2022.
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Kona Cafe opened November 23, 1998, replacing the Coral Isle Cafe as a new Asian-infused table-service restaurant known for its Tonga Toast.
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The Coral Isle Cafe, open in the Great Ceremonial House space since October 1, 1971, closed July 25, 1998, to be reconcepted as Kona Cafe.
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That's every change on the record at Kona Cafe since 1998.
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Questions & answers
When did Kona Cafe open?
Per the documented record, Kona Cafe at Walt Disney World Resort Hotels opened on Nov 23, 1998.
When did Kona Cafe last close for refurbishment?
The most recent closure/refurbishment documented for Kona Cafe is dated Aug 15, 2022: Kona Cafe closed August 15, 2022 for a refurbishment, announced June 3, 2022.
What changed recently on Kona Cafe?
The latest documented change (documented Oct 30, 2022): The 2022 reopening brought menu changes, with the Big Kahuna Burger replacing the Crispy Cheddar Burger at lunch plus new breakfast and dinner items.
How many changes are on record for Kona Cafe?
5 documented changes, dating back to 1998 — the fan-kept restaurant changelog nobody else keeps.
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