Fuente del Oro Restaurant

Greeting every guest at the entrance gate, Kokopelli stands as a vibrant symbol woven into the restaurant’s story. Revered across the mythology of the Anasazi and other ancient Native American tribes, Kokopelli’s roots trace back to the Hopi spirit Kookopölö. This joyful figure embodies the abundance of nature and humanity, the magic of music, and a zest for life. His image, sometimes etched into stone more than 2500 years ago, can still be discovered throughout the Southwest.
Kokopelli has since become a symbolic figure for the Southwest of the United States.
While Kokopelli is usually shown playing his flute, the Disneyland version offers a twist: here, he wields a spear. This choice by the Imagineers draws on a lesser-known tradition in which Kokopelli uses a spear to keep evil spirits at bay. At Fuente del Oro, he stands guard at the entrance, ensuring a peaceful, worry-free dining experience for every guest.