Reviews of Disney Junior Play ‘N Dine at Hollywood & Vine
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Reviewed by disneyprincess1014 Review Date: 06/29/2014
Rating: (10) Recommended
This was the best character meal we had all week and by far the best breakfast. It rivals Crystal Palace for sure and the characters are better here. Jake and Sofia danced with my kids during the character dance times, and it seemed that there was more character interaction here than at other places. Jake, Doc, Manny, and Sofia all spent lots of time with the kids, signing autographs and posing for lots of pics. They really fussed over the kids and made them feel super special. Our server was attentive and efficient. But the best part was the food. Everything was fresh and delicious. There was a make-your-own breakfast burrito section, puffed French Toast with Chocolate Kahlua sauce (soooo good), cheesy breakfast potato casserole, pancakes, eggs, bacon, Mickey waffles, bread pudding with vanilla sauce, an omelet station, breakfast meats, and a make-your-own Greek Yogurt sundae bar. The food was very good. Definitely worth doing again, especially if you have little ones.
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Great breakfast, amazing characters and serviceCons:
—Reviewed by clyde0523 Review Date: 05/26/2014
Rating: (10) Recommended
This was fantastic! The absolute best meal we had a Disney with the most fun atmosphere! The character were great, they really took up time with our kiddos. The kids got to dance and play with the characters and the service was wonderful! Highly recommend!!
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—Reviewed by lizzie1974 Review Date: 02/05/2014
Rating: (9) Recommended
We made reservations for this on the first day that Sofia & Doc were joining the cast.
The food was very good. We've eaten here for breakfast, lunch and dinner in the past. But the last time was a few years ago.
They've upgraded all the food on the buffet.
The lobster mac & cheese was loaded with lobster. My husband came back with heaping piles of claw meat with each plate.
The kids buffet had tater tots! Yum.
The dessert bar was also very good. Quite a selection and all delicious.
The character experience is fun. The cast members are very energetic when it comes time to do their songs/dances.
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food & new characters!Cons:
—Reviewed by hbk Review Date: 01/13/2014
Rating: (10) Recommended
We have 3 year twin boys and this was a huge hit! Lots of music/dancing, character visits were at a good pace, and besides a dullsville Handy Manny at first, which got tremendously better with the 2nd Handy Manny visit (it was clearly a different person) this was well worth the stop. We didn't have reservations so we put our name in at lunch and it was an hour. Feel safe in that estimate and go do something else and come back. The food was really good as well (Lobster Mac n Cheese - yummm!). Will be doing this again in the fall. If your kids are Handy Manny fans, I believe this might be all there is for pictures. Enjoy!
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characters, food, easy to get intoCons:
tables/room to maneuver could have been more spaciousReviewed by Mirner77 Review Date: 01/09/2014
Rating: (9) Recommended
We had lunch here on January 4th. It was such a cold day that this was a nice warm spot, however, the wait outside was rough in the cold. it would have been nice to have a spot indoors to wait. The food here was much better than I expected! Everyone loved the salmon and there was a ton of variety! The character interaction again was fabulous! Oso insisted that my mother take a picture with her iPad as she had it out to send a message to a family member, and even helped show her how with his 3 simple steps! It was hilarious! He even peeked around the corner! My youngest daughter loves Handy Manny and he made a big deal to take a picture with her and my father who is an engineer. Jake was also great. It was great fun to see them all dance and parade around the restaurant. Our family had a wonderful time here and I wouldn't hesitate in returning here or recommending it to anyone. The kids buffet had all of the regular staples and the ice cream bar was great as was the chocolate dipped fruit. Fun place and full bellies for all!
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Waiting area is outsideReviewed by StacyLovesDisney Review Date: 09/23/2013
Rating: (10) Recommended
We really enjoyed this experience. The kids are invited to come to the front of the restaurant to dance and sing with their favorite Disney Jr. friends. Each friend visits the table. Our Handy Manny was very friendly. My son wore his tool belt and H.M. took his hammer and wrench to "use." My son loved that! The food is yummy. Try the bread pudding with vanilla sauce.
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breakfast foods, interactive experience for younger setCons:
NoneReviewed by vickie1016 Review Date: 07/31/2013
Rating: (8) Recommended
Family & I had lunch here in early July 2013. We have eaten here on our previous trips as well. Checked in at podium & had no wait at all. Place was half empty upon entering & was like that most of the time we were there (had 1:00 reservation time).
Friendly CM took us to our table & we were greeted by our server. She took our drink order & explained how the characters came to the table. (Again, just like our server at Tusker house we were told the table rotation so we were prepared with cameras & book). Our server was great, never had an empty glass or a dirty dish on the table.
The buffet food was a nice selection, but we have had better in past years. Nothing was wrong with the selection, everything was tasty, but in years past there was more of a variety. We had roasted chicken, pot roast (which was very tasty), roasted pork. There were several fish choices which we did not taste due to allergies. Basic salad choices & soup was tomato something or a spicy corn soup. DD (7) ate off both adult & kids buffets. The kids choices were roasted chicken, sweet meatballs (did not like) or basic kid staples (chicken nuggets, corn, etc.) She really liked the roasted chicken from the adult buffet better than the kids. She did eat some vegies off the kids buffet.
Dessert was great, loads of choices & soft serve ice cream. Also had a chocolate fountain that a CM was dipping fresh fruit.
Now the characters - Jake, Oso, Handy Manny & June. They were all great, took their time, did not feel rushed. DD was dressed like Izzy & got so much attention from Jake - it made her feel special. I also like the dances that the kids get to join in doing. Makes it a fun place.
We will eat here again on our next trip. We are patiently awaiting Sofia's arrival & hoping maybe Doc will join as well.
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Sofia not there yetReviewed by momof3inMadisonAL Review Date: 07/05/2013
Rating: (6) Recommended
We tried this character lunch 2 years ago when my kids still appreciated most of the Disney Junior characters. Not so much anymore that they are 7, 8, 9 (and a baby that hates every character). BUT when I booked it 6 months ago, I was really hoping that Sophia would be there. Obviously, she is not yet.
Anyway, we were in HS for 3 full days of SWW and there are only 5 TS in HS so we decided to eat here anyway. Remembered not liking the food in 2011, and really still didn't like it. Unfortunately, it looks like we will have to try it again in the fall when Sophia is scheduled to appear.
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foodReviewed by brittos Review Date: 07/05/2013
Rating: (10) Recommended
Ate here on 6/11. Characters were very interactive with the kiddos. At at 8:00 a.m. dining reservation. Service was great and quick. Asked for our ticket quick shortly after we sat down, so we could quickly pay to go get in line for Jedi Training Academy. Waiteress assured us she would get all characters over for us to meet before we left. Loved all the food offered on the buffet. It was fresh. One of our favorite character dinings and one many often forget about.
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characters, quick service,Cons:
—Reviewed by dvcmember1983 Review Date: 06/12/2013
Rating: (8) Recommended
This character meal has improved drastically since we have last eaten here. The characters were fun and attentive. Our waiter was the nicest and most attentive that we had our entire trip. He really went above and beyond. The corn bread pudding is to die for. I have to find a recipe for it. I went for seconds and thirds!
