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Signature Restaurants – Are They Worth It? Part 1

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When it comes to planning your Walt Disney World vacation, there are so many things to think about, and one of the most important (in my opinion anyways!) is where to eat while you’re there. Chances are good you may want to have a special meal to commemorate your vacation, and that’s where WDW’s Signature Restaurants come into play. This group of restaurants are the cream of the crop, the finest food (and drinks!) available at Walt Disney World.

So the big question is, are they worth it? Are they worth the extra money/2 dining plan table service credits apiece? Are they really that much nicer than the other restaurants at WDW? Hopefully the information below and in parts 2 and 3 (coming soon!) will help you make that determination when it comes to planning your meals for your next WDW vacation!

Here we go:

Jiko – The Cooking Place – Located in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, this multi-cultural menu includes dishes like oak fired filet mignon, grilled wild gulf shrimp curry, and coconut bread pudding. They also have some amazing wine options, and the interior of the restaurant is uniquely decorated and the perfect setting for a celebratory dinner
Survey says? If you are looking for something different, this is your place! Wine lovers will also love it here, while the less adventurous eaters might want to pass on Jiko

Flying Fish Cafe – Take the trip to this restaurant, located at Disney’s Boardwalk Resort, for some of the best (award-winning!) seafood at WDW. Start out with an assortment of artisinal cheeses, follow it up with their signature potato wrapped red snapper, and finish off the meal with their ‘trio of concession sweets’ – fancy name for desserts that look like popcorn and french fries but taste like dessert!
Survey says? Seafood lovers rejoice and make your ADR’s for Flying Fish Cafe! For those non seafood lovers out there (like myself!), they have some non seafood dishes on the menu. Are they as good as the seafood dishes? In my opinion, not really, and as a non seafood fan, I would probably skip eating here again, but for those who like seafood it’s a must-do for sure!

California Grill – A special elevator takes you up to the 14th floor of the Contemporary Resort where you step out into the lobby/lounge area of the California Grill, which features an extensive wine list, an open kitchen, and a large sushi selection as well as flatbreads, an oak fired filet mignon, and fish options. They have a few observation decks where you can get an amazing view of the Magic Kingdom’s nightly fireworks show, and the view from the restaurant is amazing.
Survey says? I ate here for the first time on my last trip, and maybe I was expecting too much, but overall I was disappointed in the California Grill. I wanted it to feel intimate and upscale, but mostly it felt loud, crowded (with lots of families and children), and like it was trying too hard. The food was good (but in my opinion not worth the money), the wine list was extensive, and the desserts were delicious (I am a sucker for desserts!). If you are a wine enthusiast who wants an amazing view of the Magic Kingdom fireworks, then the California Grill is for you. Otherwise, you might be better off skipping it

Citricos – One of two Signature Restaurants at the Grand Floridian Resort, Citricos serves up European inspired dishes (think Tuscan and Spanish influenced!) like braised veal shank, pan seared grouper, and a trio of gelatos and tropical fruit crème brulee for dessert. The restaurant itself has an upscale but casual atmosphere – with comfortable chairs and an overall relaxed aura that is sure to make you feel comfortableSurvey says? If you are looking for a relaxing, delicious meal then this is the place for you. But if you’re looking to be impressed by a restaurant’s location or fanciness, then you may end up slightly disappointed (as Citricos isn’t as fancy as Victoria and Albert’s, and it can’t offer the views like California Grill can). Personally, I love it here, and would go back in a heartbeat. The food and service were some of the best I have had at WDW

Narcoossee’s – The second Signature dining experience at Disney’s Grand Floridian is found here, with many seafood dishes like lobster corn bisque, steamed whole lobster, and crispy whole snapper. Non seafood lovers can feast on chicken, gnocchi, or filet mignon, and after you’re stuffed full of delicious food, you can head out to the wraparound porch and get a great view of the Magic Kingdom fireworks.
Survey says? If you’re looking for a great view of the fireworks with a chill, relaxed atmosphere and great seafood, then Narcoossee’s is the place for you

Artist Point – Located at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort, this restaurant draws its inspiration from the Pacific Northwest, with choices like cedar plank roasted salmon, roasted pork tenderloin, and an amazing berry cobbler for dessert. It tends to be less crowded than other Signature Restaurants, and Wilderness Lodge is a beautiful resort and the perfect setting for a romantic-post dinner stroll.
Survey says? This place gets mixed reviews, but I think they have improved immensely over the last year, and it’s a great place for a delicious, quiet meal

If you think any of the above Signature Restaurants sound good to you, then I highly recommend you make your Advance Dining Reservations, or ADR’s, 180 days in advance so you don’t miss out on experiencing all that these eateries have to offer!

And stay tuned right here at Chip and Co for parts 2 and 3 of this series where I will review the rest of WDW’s Signature Restaurants in search of the answer to the question “Are they worth it?”

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100 Disney Foods to Eat Before you Die Challenge

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How daring have you been while eating at Walt Disney World? Are you the adventurous type who tries everything and anything? Or are you more conservative and stick with what you know and like?

We created this Disney Food Challenge to see where exactly you fall on the Disney World Food Addict Chart. Keep score how many you have tried and at the end you will be graded on how you have done.

Please note while I would love to list every item at Disney World it would be impossible. These are just some of the Signature Items at the Walt Disney World theme park that I think most people are familiar with. 

Magic Kingdom

  1. Dole WhipAloha Isle
  2. Dole Whip FloatAloha Isle
  3. Mickey Premium Ice Cream Bar – Ice Cream Carts
  4. Mickey Mouse Shaped Pretzel – Frontierland Pretzel Wagon
  5. Popcorn – Pop Corn Carts
  6. Hot DogCasey’s Corner
  7. Nutella and fresh fruit waffle sandwich - Sleepy Hollow
  8. Funnel CakeSleepy Hollow
  9. Rice Crispy Treat – Main Street Confectionery
  10. Hamburger and FixinsPecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe
  11. The ‘Plaza’ Ice Cream Sundae - Plaza Ice Cream Parlor
  12. Lobster RollColumbia Harbour House
  13. Mickey Mouse WaffleCrystal Palace
  14. New England Pot RoastLiberty Tree Tavern
  15. Ooey Gooey Toffee CakeLiberty Tree Tavern
  16. Sweet Cream Cheese PretzelLunching Pad
  17. Citrus SwirlSunshine Tree Terrace

Epcot

  1. BeverlyClub Cool
  2. Chocolate Chip Cookie SandwichFountainview Ice Cream
  3. School BreadKringla Bakeri Og Kafe
  4. Fish and ChipsRose and Crown Pub and Dining Room
  5. Crepes – France
  6. Grey Goose Slush – France
  7. Grand Mariner Slush – France
  8. MargaritaLa Cava de Tequila
  9. Churro – Mexico
  10. Caramel CornKarmell Kutche
  11. Kaki Gori – Japan
  12. Canadian Cheddar Cheese Soup & Pretzel BreadLe Cellier
  13. Apple CobblerLiberty Inn
  14. General Tso’s Chicken DumplingNine Dragons
  15. Soft Pretzel & German BeerSommerfest
  16. Shawarma PlatterTangierine Cafe
  17. Vegetarian PlatterTangierine Cafe
  18. Wood Fired Authentic Pizza NapoletanaVia Napoli

Hollywood Studios

  1. Butterfinger CupcakeStarring Rolls Cafe
  2. Marble CupcakeStarring Rolls Cafe
  3. Peanut Butter CupcakeStarring Rolls Cafe
  4. Red Velvet CheesecakeStarring Rolls Cafe
  5. Carrot Cake Cookie – The Writers Stop
  6. Grapefruit CakeHollywood Brown Derby
  7. Sterling Silver Pork Seared TenderloinHollywood Brown Derby
  8. Cobb SaladHollywood Brown Derby
  9. MilkshakeSci-Fi Dine-In Theater
  10. Angus Chuck BurgerSci-Fi Dine-In Theater
  11. Aunt Liz’s Golden Fried Chicken50′s Prime Time Cafe and Tune-In Lounge
  12. Dad’s Traditional Meatloaf – 50′s Prime Time Cafe and Tune-In Lounge
  13. Mom’s Old-Fashioned Pot Roast - 50′s Prime Time Cafe and Tune-In Lounge
  14. Peanut Butter Jelly Milkshake50′s Prime Time Cafe and Tune-In Lounge
  15. Dad’s Electric Lemonade50′s Prime Time Cafe and Tune-In Lounge
  16. Chicken Curry – ABC Commissary
  17. Turkey LegToluca Legs Turkey Co
  18. Honey-Hazelnut & Ricotta CheesecakeMama Melrose’s Ristorante
  19. Rosie’s 1/3 Pound Angus Onion Straw Cheddar Cheeseburger – Rosie’s All American Cafe
  20. Grilled Veggie Sandwich - Backlot Express

Animal Kingdom

  1. Jalapeno stuffed cheese pretzel – Safari Pretzel
  2. 1/2 Slab of St. Louis RibsFlame Tree Barbecue
  3. Smoked 1/2 Chicken - Flame Tree Barbecue
  4. Dim Sum Basket – Anandapur Yak and Yeti Restaurant
  5. Cinnamon glazed almonds/pecansDino Diner
  6. Pizza - Pizzafari
  7. Shrimp Po boyRestaurantosaurus
  8. Hot TeaRoyal Anandapur Tea Company
  9. Slow roasted pulled beef sandwichTamu Tamu
  10. Zebra cupcake - Kusafiri Coffee Shop and Bakery
  11. Brownie paw - Kusafiri Coffee Shop and Bakery
  12. White Chocolate elephant cupcakeKusafiri Coffee Shop and Bakery
  13. Cotton Top Tamarin CupcakeKusafiri Coffee Shop and Bakery
  14. Triple Yeti Blast – Upcountry Beverage Cart

Deluxe Resorts

  1. Zebra DomesThe Mara – Animal Kingdom Lodge
  2. Bobotie Platter -The Mara – Animal Kingdom Lodge
  3. Barbecue Beef Short RibsJiko – The Cooking Place – Animal Kingdom Lodge
  4. Indian Style Bread serviceSanaa – Animal Kingdom Lodge
  5. Tandoori Chicken/Lamb/Shrimp - Sanaa – Animal Kingdom Lodge
  6. Kitchen SinkBeaches & Cream – Beach Club Resort
  7. Tonga ToastKona Cafe – Polynesian Resort
  8. Macadamia Nut PancakesKona Cafe – Polynesian Resort
  9. Kona CoffeeKona Cafe – Polynesian Resort
  10. Lapu LapuKona Cafe – Polynesian Resort
  11. Pele’s Fire PunchSpirit of Aloha Dinner Show – Polynesian
  12. Kilauea Volcano Delight DessertSpirit of Aloha Dinner Show – Polynesian
  13. Honey Coriander Chicken WingsOHana – Polynesian Resort
  14. Bread Pudding with Banana Foster SauceOHana – Polynesian
  15. Smoky Portobella Mushroom SoupArtist Pointe – Wilderness Lodge
  16. Canyon SkilletWhispering Canyon Cafe  – Wilderness Lodge
  17. SushiCalifornia GrillContemporary Resort
  18. Goat Cheese RavioliCalifornia GrillContemporary Resort
  19. Strawberry Soup1900 Park FareGrand Floridian Resort & Spa
  20. The Grand SandwichGrand Floridian CafeGrand Floridian Resort & Spa
  21. Deconstructed Beef WellingtonYachtsman’s SteakhouseYacht Club Resort & Villas

Moderate Resorts

  1. BeignetsSassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory – Port Orleans French Quarter
  2. Fried ChickenTrails End Buffet - Fort Wilderness Campgrounds & Cabins

Value Resorts

  1. Tye Dye Cheesecake – Pop Century Food Court – Pop Century Resort
  2. Orange Creamsicle – Silver Screen Spirits – All Star Movies Resort and other locations

Downtown Disney

  1. Chocolate Covered Pretzels – Goofy’s Candy Company
  2. The Original 1762Earl of Sandwich
  3. Hot Fudge Sundae - Ghirardelli Soda Fountain
  4. Chocolate ExtinctionT-Rex
  5. Sparkling VolcanoRainforest Cafe
  6. Doh BarsCooke’s of Dublin

Download the PDF -  ChipandCoFoodChallenge.

So how did you do? Lets look at the scoring chart below:

1-25Disney Noobie: You need to be a bit more adventurous and really branch out at Disney World. Try new things, use those snack credits to their fullest.

26 – 50Disney Foodie in Training – Getting better. You probably have kids and are stuck visiting the Buffets every visit. You drool over Disney Food Photos and have a mental checklist of things you want to try.

51 – 75 – Disney Foodie – You have been around the park. You know what you like and try to get out and try new things all the time. You probably blog about Disney or fill your Facebook wall with articles from Chip and Co or Disney Food Blog icon smile 100 Disney Foods to Eat Before you Die Challenge %tag

76 – 100Disney Food Addict – Someone get this person a Dole Whip cause you have earned it! You are the Elite! People come to you when they have food questions. We need for you to join us on the site and blog about Disney Food for a living!

Let us know how you did in the comment box below!

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5 Often Overlooked Quick Service Restaurants

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Often overlooked these Quick Service restaurants are a hidden gem at the Walt Disney World Theme park!

There are two different types of dining at Disney World: table service and quick service. Table service restaurants are dining destinations that offer either buffets or served meals with appetizers, main courses, desserts, and service.

Meanwhile, quick service restaurants are set up like cafeterias offering quick, but tasty, menus where you pretty much serve yourself. However, quick service restaurants are not to be underestimated. Disney carries their use of theme, storyline, and design into these dining locations too; and some of the menus at counter service locations are incredibly delicious and a far cry from your standard theme park fare of simply burgers and fries!

1. Columbia Harbour House - This quick service location can be found in Liberty Square at the Magic Kingdom and it offers a great menu and setting. Columbia Harbour House has a New England, nautical theme set in the colonial period with dark woods, brass accents, anchors, and items from old ships decorating the walls. You will also find cupboards filled with dishes and fireplaces with odds and ends on the mantle and more in the dining areas, making you feel as if you stepped backed in time into real early America! Also, many don’t realize that this restaurant has a second floor. It’s rarely crowded there, dim and cool, and has windows overlooking the park and a great restroom. It’s a great place to escape the crowds! However, the seafood inspired menu here is the real star. At Columbia Harbor House, you can feast on a vegetarian sandwich, tuna, fried fish or shrimp, salads, and delicious Clam Chowder!

2. Sunshine Seasons – This quick service location can be found on the first floor of The Land pavilion at Epcot! Here you can dine right in the middle of all the action taking place in The Land with Soarin’ and Living with the Land right next door! The food at Sunshine Seasons is very unique in comparison to other quick service locations as some of it is actually grown inside The Land pavilion and it is the only place in Epcot’s Future World that serves breakfast! It’s also some of the best quick service food you can find in all of WDW, and a great place for those looking for a healthy meal. Sunshine Seasons offers different stations, each with their own menu.  Some of the selections offered here would be Sweet and Sour Chicken, Rotisserie Chicken, a Flatbread sandwich, Strawberry Shortcake, and Soarin’ inspired Creme Brulee! Also be sure to look above to see four hot air balloons representing each season hanging from the ceiling.

3. Captain Cook’s Snack Company - Located at Disney’s Polynesian Resort, Captain Cook’s is a favorite quick service location among many guests. The breakfast menu offers standard breakfast fare, along with the famous Polynesian Tonga Toast, banana stuffed French Toast. For lunch or dinner, try to choose between a pork sandwich, stir-fry noodles, turkey club, chicken caesar salad, and a variety of flatbreads. In addition to being open 24 hours, this is also the only other place, besides Aloha Isle in Adventureland, where you can get a Dole Whip!

4. Riverside’s Mill -Port Orleans Riverside’s food court is one of the best! Here there are different stations to choose from, whether you are in the mood for sandwiches, salads, pizza, meat, or burgers. What makes this dining destination great is the setting and the Create-Your-Own-Pasta bar. Here you get to choose your own ingredients and the servings are huge! The food court is located in what appears to be an old mill with a huge waterwheel just outside. The high ceilings and variety of seating make this place appear huge! Plus, there are plenty of windows to let in light and provide a view of the waterwheel and the Sassagoula River; and the wooden beams, and relaxed, country atmosphere  make it comfortable and charming!

5. Gasparilla Grill and Games – Located at the Grand Floridian, this quick service location offers a budget friendly, but yet tasty, menu for Grand Floridian guests or visitors and is open 24 hours. This dining location is both a mini food court and an arcade; but don’t let that stop you from giving it a shot. This Grand Floridian restaurant continues the resort’s light and airy decor, providing adults a pleasant place to eat and talk and kids a place to play! The menu here is also exceptional with a fabulous Caesar salad, the Grand Floridian Club Sandwich, stir fry, vegetarian lasagna, roast beef, and more!

So what is your favorite quick service restaurant at Walt Disney World? Did any of ours make your list?

 

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Top 3 Snacks at Magic Kingdom

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Been awhile since lunch and too early for dinner? Snack time! There’s one thing you definitely won’t have to worry about on a Disney trip—going hungry. In fact, there are so many options, it’s often hard to choose. Some fan favorites, like the Mickey Premium Bar ice cream treats, are available pretty much anywhere on property. Other goodies can be found only at select locations. Here are our top three snack picks at Magic Kingdom:

1)      This relatively new treat debuted just last year an instant crowd pleaser. It’s somewhat nutritious and very much delicious! The Nutella Waffle Sandwich can be found at Sleepy Hollow Refreshments, which is just to the left of Cinderella Castle as you enter Liberty Square from the Hub. This one’s easy to replicate at home when you need to satisfy that homesick-for-Disney longing. Other waffle “sammies” are available as well.

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Nutella Waffle Sandwich

2)      With over a million-and-a-half of these sold annually across Walt Disney World Resort, the Giant Smoked Turkey Leg is certainly satisfying. Each weighs about a pound-and-a-half—yes, I said a pound-and-a-half! It used to be sold as a Disney Dining snack credit, but is now charged a full Table Service credit, as it is indeed a meal of its own. You can get them at kiosks in Frontierland along the Rivers of America.

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TV's Andrew Zimmern enjoys Giant Turkey Legs too!

3)      And of course, the Dole Whip. You didn’t think I’d leave that one off, did you? Aloha Isle at the entrance to Adventureland is one of very few WDW locations that offer this delightfully refreshing pineapple softserve. It’s creamy and smooth, yet light and fluffy. You can also get it as a Dole Whip Float—the famous ice cream served in pineapple juice. It comes in other flavors too, but who gets those?

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Dole Whip, photo courtesy Focused on the Magic

Were your favorite Magic Kingdom snacks on this list? If not, tell us what you like!

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Top 10 Table Service Meals at the WDW Parks

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Having a delicious meal at a sit-down restaurant is the perfect way to decompress after a long day of touring the Walt Disney World Parks. Luckily, you don’t have to go too far to get the relaxation you deserve – WDW has plenty of table service restaurants located throughout all of the 4 Theme Parks , and here are the Top 10:

1.Hollywood Brown Derby- Modeled after the original Hollywood restaurant, this spot is classy and classic . It’s fun to check out all the star’s charicatures on the walls, and it’s even more fun sampling the delicious menu offerings – the Cobb Salad is a must try (it was invented by Bob Cobb, the owner of the California Brown Derby Restaurant), and for dessert the Grapefruit cake is light and delicious. They also have an exclusive wine list and can do pairings to help make your meal even more perfect! This is the perfect place to dine after a day at Disney’s Hollywood Studios , with it’s “Old Hollywood Glamour” theme, its like you’re stepping back in time to the Golden Age of Hollywood!

2. 50′s Prime Time Cafe- With menu items like meatloaf, pot roast, and fried chicken, this Hollywood Studios spot is full of down home cookin ‘ just like mom made, with colorful “characters” to boot. No, it’s not a character meal, but the staff really gets into character by welcoming you into “Mom’s Family”, and making sure you mind your manners (be prepared for a punishment if you can’t keep your elbows off the table or if you don’t eat all your vegetables!). It’s a fun time for all, and if you’re lucky enough to snag a “TV Table” you can be entertained by clips of classic 50′s sitcoms. Don’t forget to follow up your meal with a Peanut Butter and Jelly Milkshake (you’ll be glad you did, they are out of this world!)

3.Crystal Palace- There are a lot of good things to say about this one, like the food – they serve breakfast lunch and dinner buffet style here, and everything is delicious and fresh, from the warm Mickey Waffles at breakfast to the salads at lunch and the carved meats at dinner, it is all delicious. The characters that circulate for pictures and autographs are some of my personal faves – Pooh, Tigger, Eeyore and Piglet are loved by adults and kids of all ages. The other amazing thing about the Crystal Palace is it’s location – right at the entrance to Main Street in the Magic Kingdom , its an ideal spot to grab a meal, and if you’re lucky enough to be eating an early breakfast there, some amazing pictures of an almost empty Main Street! This is a must do on every trip for me, and I think the best part about it is they serve all 3 meals daily, so your chances of getting a reservation there are pretty good!

4.The Plaza Restaurant- This lesser-known spot is located on Main Street in the Magic Kingdom, and they are serving up burgers, sandwiches and salads for lunch and dinner, as well as some super yummy ICE CREAM treats for dessert. The restaurant is less popular than other Magic Kingdom spots, why this is I am not sure, considering that their Plaza Club Sandwich followed by a Banana Split make for an amazing meal (…or late afternoon snack…). All of their food is fresh and delicious, and its a great place to grab a quiet, relaxing meal complete with an ice cream treat!

5. Tusker House – The only buffet available in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park , breakfast (and now lunch!) are Character meals starring Donald and friends in their safari gear! The breakfast buffet includes the usual yummy waffles/pancakes/eggs/meats etc, and also has biscuits and gravy as well as yogurt and oatmeal options. Lunch and dinner include some more African themed dishes including various carved meats, salads, hummus, and cous cous. The characters here are great, but to me its really the food that I go for, its a step above your average buffet when it comes to selection and freshness

6. Le Cellier Steakhouse – This is a very popular spot, so while I recommend ADR’s for all WDW Table Service Meals, I would HIGHLY recommend one for Le Cellier! Why, you might ask? Well, as it states in the name, they serve up a mean steak, along with some amazing seafood and prime rib as well. Their signature dish is their Canadian Cheddar Cheese soup, and they also serve up a chocolate “moose” for dessert (it really is shaped like a moose!)Le Cellier is located in the Canada pavillion of Epcot’s World Showcase , and the restaurant itself sort of feels like a wine celler, dark but warm and inviting. Dinner can get pricey, so I recommend grabbing a lunchtime meal here, where many of the dishes are similar to the dinner menu, but the prices are slightly lower

7.Tutto Italia Ristorante – I am a sucker for a good Italian Pasta Sauce, and lucky for me I can get that along with an authentic Italian dining experience at Tutto Italia Ristorante in Epcot’s Italy. Serving up all the classics, from lasagna, to spaghetti with meatballs to veal and braised short ribs, you are sure to find something here that will have you saying “That’s Amore!”. Plus they have a decent wine list and some mouth-watering Italian dessert items (like Tiramisu, Gelato, and Cannolis!). You can choose to dine on the outdoor patio at an umbrella covered cafe table, or in the beautifully themed dining room complete with Italian “Old World” ambiance
**One thing to note: the restaurant is currently closed for renovations, but will reopen in May of 2012!

8.Liberty Tree Tavern – This colonial themed restaurant in the Magic Kingdom serves up lunch as an ala carte meal, and dinner as a ‘family style’ meal (meaning you can finish all your food and they will bring you more!). The Lunch menu includes soups salads and sandwiches, and a dessert menu that includes the drool-inducing Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake. Dinner is a set menu that is basically a Thanksgiving Feast that starts off with salad and rolls, and then continues to include turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, mac and cheese, and green bean casserole. The food is nothing fancy, but it certainly hits the spot and is a must do for all Thanksgiving lovers out there. History buffs will love all the historical artifacts decorating the restaurant, and kids will love the coloring pages and crayons provided while you wait

9. Rainforest Cafe – There are two locations of this chain restaurant located at WDW – one in the Animal Kingdom Park and one at Downdown Disney. Now, I realize it may seem strange to include a chain restaurant on a top ten list like this (especially when there are so many amazing WDW restaurants!), but I promise you, my reasons are good – First, its great for kids – the kids menu is bigger than some other Disney restaurants, and the theming is perfect for little ones, they love the fish tank, animals, and overall jungle feel of the restaurant. Second, the menu selection may not be gourmet, but it is pretty large – they have a lot of different types of entrees, from burgers to salads to pasta to seafood and chicken dishes, theres a really good chance you’ll be able to find something you like on the menu. Oh, and all the menu items have rainforest themed names, which may seem corny but I think is fun and adds to the atmosphere of the restaurant

10.Wolfgang Puck Cafe - If you don’t know much about Chef Wolfgang Puck, then what you should know is that he likes to be different, to try new dishes, and as a result, you won’t find anything boring on the menu of this Downtown Disne y restaurant! Some of my faves: The bacon wrapped meatloaf, the wood fired pizzas (especially the Margherita!), and the pumpkin ravioli. The Cafe also has an extensive sushi menu, and many yummy-fruity-delicious specialty drinks! If you are looking for something new, different, and unique, I would highly recommend a meal here, Wolfgang Puck has a way of taking things we know and love and making them even more delicious (like putting bacon on meatloaf – a seriously genius concoction!)

I would highly recommend Advance Dining Reservations for ALL of the above restaurants, since they are “the best”, that means they are popular and without an ADR, you run the risk of getting stuck eating Mickey Ice Cream Bars for dinner (wait…that’s supposed to be a bad thing but I am having trouble seeing how…)

Don’t agree with my choices? Everyone has their own favorites, and I would love to hear where YOU like to eat your Table Service Meals at the Walt Disney World Parks!

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