How to get a window table at Ohana

[alanindy]

In another thread someone mentioned tipping front desk staff at hotels for a better room, and host/hostesses at restaraunts for a preferred table. Is this indeed a proper practice at WDW, and if so, does it work? How would one go about attempting to get a prime window table to view Wishes at Ohana? Suggestions??

 

[BRER STITCH]

Simply ask the Host or Hostess when you arrive for your Priority Seating!

The cool thing about O'Hana is that you can see out the windows from every seat!

:wave:

 

[surfsupdon]

And approach the podium with a smile and be pleasant. Don't be forceful when asking. That's all I did and my wish was granted. I did have to wait an extra 14 mins after the PS times. No biggie. Delicious food. And it was m first time seeing Wishes.

 

[swimmom]

The last time we ate at 'Ohana we had a 5:00 PS. We checked in early and were seated very quickly. The first groups seated were all seated at the windows.

 

[evanssc]

The time of day always makes a difference. I agree with Swimmom that going early is a good idea and PS is always a good idea. We have also been lucky getting window seats later in the evening. On our last trip we got a window seat table around 9:15 without PS. It was not crowded at all as most of the kid friendly activities had ended.
Good luck. Hope you enjoy it.

 

[johnvree]

The cool thing about O'Hana is that you can see out the windows from every seat!

I don't think that is the case. We have been at tables that I don't think we could see out the windows. I could be wrong though.

But I do agree that if you ask nicely, you are likely to get a great seat. When I want a particular seat/area, I usually make it clear that they would be doing me a favor and that I am more than willing to wait a little extra time if necessary.

 

[Laura]

If you are willing to wait you can get a window seat. Just get there early, tell the host/hostess you'd like to wait until a window table opens up, and they will meet your request.

In January we did exactly that, probably waited about 40 minutes for our table, and had a gorgeous view of Wishes from our seats.

 

[swimmom]

I don't think that is the case. We have been at tables that I don't think we could see out the windows. I could be wrong though.

You are not wrong on this account. Our first time at 'Ohana we were seated where we could not see out any windows whatsoever.

 

[Woody13]

I am sure that if you provide the host/hostess with a brief history of President Andrew Jackson, you'll get immediate seating anywhere you desire. :animwink:

 

[ajrwdwgirl]

We want to watch Wishes while we are at Ohana. What is the best time to make our PS?

 

[Laura]

Depends on what time Wishes is.

Let's say Wishes is at 8. I would make the Priority Seating for 7:15 and I'd check in at 6:30 and request your table. Then even if you have to wait the whole 45 minutes for your table, you will still be seated around 7:15. Then you will probably be finishing your main course around the time the fireworks start so you can watch them over dessert!

I would say its better to get there early rather than late. If you get seated a little too early just eat slowly and stall until the fireworks start.

 

[bgraham34]

I always throw out a $100 bucks for a good seat, always works for me.

JK

 

[slappy magoo]

Just tell them you know me and watch them spring into action.