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Avu-Avu
Avu-Avu – Come together to a beautiful place that flourishes with a rushing waterfall, flowing river, and island decor for a magnificent "All You Can Eat" family-style tropical island dinner served right to your table. Enjoy a plentiful meal of island favorites as you watch our chefs prepare bountiful skewers of delectable grilled meats in our open display kitchen. Only then will you have experienced the Legend of the Avu-Avu Magic Feast. Open nightly, family friendly.
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32 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Rating Breakdown 32 reviews
5 stars
(8)
4 stars
(12)
3 stars
(7)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- good for groups(16)
- special occasion(14)
- romantic(12)
- kid-friendly(10)
- fit for foodies(8)
- neighborhood gem(3)
Avu-Avu Reviews List
Review 1 for Avu-Avu
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
As good and better than 'Ohana!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went to this restaurant because it is so similar to constant Disney World favorite "'Ohana". We wanted to see how it compared. I'm pleased to say it beats 'Ohana on a number of categories. First and foremost, the service is OUTSTANDING. We had 2 or 3 servers constantly refilling our drinks, replenishing our plates, asking if we wanted anything else. The pot stickers and salad were just a *bit* under 'Ohana's standard, but not much. We do like that AvuAvu still offers three different sauces, but wish one of them was a peanut sauce. The meats - steak, pork, and chicken - were all delicious, hot, plentiful. And the shrimp beat 'Ohana in a very big way - they're peeled. I even liked the Pineapple cake better than 'Ohana's bread pudding!"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Avu-Avu
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We used to eat at Outback!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We used to eat at Outback! Great transition! Management was incredible our server, Rachid was an amazing server or shall I say "cousin!" I must say this, I ate Ohana's Restaurant and Avu-Avu has demolished them! Even though it's a fairly new, but EVERYTHING is freshly made and NOT recooked like Ohana's! They even have a beautiful Pacific-Style theme, nice waterfall, and I love the South Pacific/ Tropical Island music (it goes with the flow of the restaurant!
I had a party of 4 and I was intentionally thinking the is an "All you want to eat Menu," This black-haired young lady manager, explain everything I detail. She was very helpful because one friend Gluten-Free and her husband is a vegetarian. Very accommodating for our special needs!!"
I had a party of 4 and I was intentionally thinking the is an "All you want to eat Menu," This black-haired young lady manager, explain everything I detail. She was very helpful because one friend Gluten-Free and her husband is a vegetarian. Very accommodating for our special needs!!"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 3 for Avu-Avu
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good Meats - but no 'Ohana
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My wife and I tried Avu-Avu as the menu seemed very similar to Disney's 'Ohana. Disney doesn't have much to worry about. While Avu-Avu was nice, it can't compare.
We were disappointed that the Welcome dish (Edamame Dip & Chips) has been removed. The dumplings are your standard potsticker with not much flavor. The rib bites were very overcooked and tough to eat. The dipping sauces helped quite a bit.
The salad is very nice. The vinaigrette is very tasty and the rice crackers are unique.
The only thing really going for Avu-Avu is the meats. They are delicious! 'Ohana's tend to be a bit dry. Not so here.
Dessert was good - but not exceptional."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2005
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 4 for Avu-Avu
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
The chicken dumplings were
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The chicken dumplings were the only food that was O.K. The rest of the food was terrible. The meats and fish were over cooked and dry. The wine selection was poor."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2006
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Review 5 for Avu-Avu
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent concept, superb
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent concept, superb service, and great food. Love the option for skewers to come to your table after appetizers and salad... the ending with a pineapple cake was outstanding.Was fun and comfortable....great for a dinner with my husband yet entertaining enough for a 3 year old."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for Avu-Avu
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was very good. All you
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was very good. All you can eat. Loved the shrimp."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2010
Special Features: romantic
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Review 7 for Avu-Avu
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
THIS WAS A GREAT FIND. I TOOK
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"THIS WAS A GREAT FIND. I TOOK MY 2 DAUGHTERS AND THEIR HUSBANDS AND THEY RAVED ABOUT THE WHOLE EVENING."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 8 for Avu-Avu
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
I was disappointed. The menu
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I was disappointed. The menu lacked variety. There was no bread. There was a door net to our table slightly open which created an unpleasant draft."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2010
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Review 9 for Avu-Avu
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We really enjoyed Avu-Avu.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We really enjoyed Avu-Avu. My sister in law in from Brazil and thought the open kitchen was very authentic. The food was very good. The only problem was that we filled up on the appetizers ( I think it was intended ) because we were so hungry and didnt get to really enjoy the meats that were served. Overall, the experience was great. The wait staff was very friendly and accomodating. If we are ever back at the hotel again, I would definitely have dinner at Avu-Avu again. I highly recommend!"
Dined on 03/28/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 10 for Avu-Avu
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Was very dim and quiet. I
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Was very dim and quiet. I was expecting a Polynesian ceremony with maybe some Hawaiian music and entertainment. instead the staff was friendly but laid back, and there was elevator music pumping through the building."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 11 for Avu-Avu
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
yummy
OpenTable Diner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great Polynesian all you can eat buffet. Potstickers, chai ribs, chicken, pork, steak and shrimp!"
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 12 for Avu-Avu
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Delicious food average service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was great, very flavorful and fun. Service started off really well... Our foods got to us in a timely fashion, and then for whatever reason our service just died off. They brought us all the different skewers, but after that, we were waiting probably 20 minutes before we could get a server's attention. We asked for another round of meats, and waited another 20 minutes before a server finally asked if we were finished with our plates. The whole time the restaurant was not busy, there were two other tables in my section. For such a nice restaurant I was expecting a lot more than the bare minimum service."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find
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Review 13 for Avu-Avu
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food was amazing. If you
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was amazing. If you left there hungry, it was your own fault for not enjoying the numerous plates of food brought to you. Despite this, the service was sub par. It should never take two hours for a "family style buffet" dinner to occur. The restaurant was less than half full, yes we waited numerous times for servers to bring food, refill our water, bring the check. If youre not in a rush, and want a place to sit and chat with friends without being bothered by noisy neighbors, this is the place. If youre looking for a quick meal, I'd suggest going somewhere at Downtown Disney which is basically right across the street."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, romantic
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Review 14 for Avu-Avu
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Everything about our dining
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Everything about our dining experience was top notch. We had to call the restaurante prior to get directions, and one of the waters was taking care of our table ended up recognizing my voice and even remembered my first and last name. We were totally amazed by that kind of service. We will definitely be returning and bringing other people along to enjoy this restaurante as much as we did. The food was outstanding and plentiful. Enjoyed our visit."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 15 for Avu-Avu
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Dinner!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I had a great time with my friends. The server had a lot of energy and the food was fantastic. The skewers of meat were really good and they just kept bringing out how much we wanted. Save room for the to die for dessert!"
Dined on 02/06/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 16 for Avu-Avu
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
GREAT RESTAURANT
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"FOOD AND SERVICE WERE VERY GOOD. THE OHANA FEAST IN DISNEY WORLD OFFERS THE SAME KIND OF EXPERENCE,BUT I FOUND THE FOOD AT AVU AVU TO BE MORE FLAVORABLE. ALREADY HAVE RESERVATIONS FOR WHEN MY FAMILY VISITS NEXT MONTH."
Dined on 02/26/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic
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Review 17 for Avu-Avu
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Appetizer was good -- steak
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Appetizer was good -- steak was the best of the meats -"
Dined on 02/19/2013
2009
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 18 for Avu-Avu
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
All food was cold (or room
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"All food was cold (or room temperature at best!)"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 19 for Avu-Avu
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We had a very nice time.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a very nice time. It's a price fixed meal where they bring you all the choices and you can request more. I especially loved the shrimp. My husband enjoyed the steak, but mine was tough. Wine list is a little pricey, and the service was maybe a little too quick. It would have been nicer to space things out more, especially at the beginning."
Dined on 01/31/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Avu-Avu
Based on the average of (13) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate