Most Recent Reviews
Review of Terralina Crafted Italian
Reviewed by dreams Review Date: 10/07/2018
Rating: (9) Recommended
We are two seniors so we went to Terralina around 5:30, no reservation, in mid September and were seated right away. The wine steward came over to discuss the wines but since my husband is not a wine drinker I just ordered wine by the glass. Our waitress was Schnei, who was fabulous. Ask for a table in her section, you will not be sorry. We ordered the eggplant fries for an app and the lasagna and rigatoni calabrese for our entrees. We both enjoyed our meals very much. We were not rushed, very relaxing. The bread is not cut so you have to tear it with your hands. It was delicious and we ate the whole thing. We were too full for dessert this trip but hope to try some on our next trip.
Pros:
Good food, great waitressCons:
priceyReview of Food & Wine Food Booths
Reviewed by dreams Review Date: 10/07/2018
Rating: (8) Recommended
We only had one day so we didn't get to experience or try a lot. We loved the Braised Beef Stroganoff, Schinkennudeln, Roast Bratwurst, the Steakhouse Blended Burger and the Impossible Burger Slider. We went back for seconds on the burgers! There are innumerable choices for drinks. Food booths are everywhere with a lot of different choices. Lines were not bad when we were there in mid September. Always enjoy walking around Epcot, even more enjoyable during the F&W Festival.
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Choices at the food boothsCons:
prices, pay a lot for alittleReviewed by dreams Review Date: 10/07/2018
Rating: (8) Recommended
I gave MNSSHP an 8 because we did not go on any rides, see any characters or trick or treat. Speaking as two seniors we went to see the parade, show and fireworks. We have been to WDW several times in October but that was pre MNSSHP so this was our first time. We just visited the Magic Kingdom in December so we did not feel the need to go on any rides. We attended on a Tuesday night and it did not feel overly crowded. I did alittle shopping first, wanted to get the event pin and them we found a spot we liked in the central hub and waited for the first Hocus Pocus show to start. The weather prevented the show from finishing but was so good we hoped the weather wouldn't prevent the second show from going on. We watched the parade which was very cute and the song does get stuck in your head for the evening. The second Hocus Pocus show came on and was fabulous, we really enjoyed it. Hocus Pocus is one of my husband's favorite movies. The fireworks were spectacular. We thoroughly enjoyed the evening and for the two of us the price wasn't bad.
Pros:
The Hocus Pocus show and fireworksCons:
lack of food choices, eat before you goReview of Gaston's Tavern
Reviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 10/06/2018
Rating: (9) Recommended
This is a Hidden Gem for a light meal and/or snacks. The theme is spot on and fits with the character and story well, the rooms are very well decorated with antlers and Gaston's chair and fireplace - take a picture in Gaston's chair for something fun and unique.
Sandwiches are good, Cinnamon rolls are good - especially in morning. The Brew is god, but not sure if the souvenir cup is worth the price, the $5.79 price without he cup is decent to try the drink - its very refreshing taste.
The seating is limited inside, so if its busy, and you want to eat inside, you might want to skip - Otherwise if room is available its a hidden gem.
Pros:
Atmosphere, value, nicely decoratedCons:
limited seating and menuReview of Shades of Green
Reviewed by Shehdan Review Date: 10/05/2018
Rating: (7) Recommended
Hard to get reservations. We have stayed here many times and never had to make a reservation six months out but I was told you now have to do just that, I called in September and was told February was filling fast.
Pros:
Great rooms and poolsCons:
Almost impossible to get a reservationReviewed by Kathy C. Review Date: 10/04/2018
Rating: (6) Recommended
This is a nice property. When we stayed there the A/C people came to our room and politely explained that it worked on motion sensors. Middle of the night you will be hot and also when you come back to your room during the day since it/s not on. K.C. S.L.C., Utah
Pros:
It's close to Animal Kingdom so easy to get there. The pool areas are very clean and some are quiet.Cons:
Problems with the A/C and food is better at other places in the park.Review of 'Ohana Dinner
Reviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 10/04/2018
Rating: (1) Not Recommended
From the beginning, this was by far the worst character meal I have ever done. Reservations appear to not be actually reservations, but an assurance you will get in at some point. For us, this was an hour later. Mickey had a roped line, just like the park. Not typical for a character meal. When I asked if Mickey would be at the meal( as advertised) I was told Mickey was “stationary” at that spot. Disappointing- then the photographer was not nice at all. She spoke with an extremely mean tone. Once seated. My party of 8 received one small tray of food- not enough for all to be served. They were behind and weren’t able to bring more for 30 minutes. All the while we see stitch and lilo on the other side of the dining room happily interacting with tables. At this time it is getting closer to the end of the breakfast serving and the restaurant closing. Pluto appears on the side with lilo and stitch, following behind them. Still no characters on our side. Without fail there was no more time. Just like the food, the characters were behind. Then Mickey appears, interacting at opposite tables(after we stood in the line and were told he would not). A man appears asking mine and surrounding tables if we had seen the characters and told us to raise our hands so the characters would know and stop. When they did arrive in our area- it was a mad free for all because it was over. The photographer was rushing everyone to step away for her shot and kids were everywhere- characters bunches up rushing and it was horrible! NOT what we paid for nor expected. My advice, save your money and visit the beach resort. The characters came to the table, hugged everyone, had a short interaction and allowed you to take your picture. Obama had the Disney Evan your card photographer calling the shot, making you leave the table and controlled the characters.
Pros:
? Hmmmm unfortunately, there weren’t any stand out prosCons:
Not the character experience you pay for or what’s true to “Disney”, delivered tray for 5 to table of 8, 30 minutes to bring more and not friendly!Review of Smokehouse
Reviewed by Terry Bell Review Date: 10/03/2018
Rating: (9) Recommended
If you like BBQ brisket and don't have a lot of time the Smokehouse is very good. We've been about 12 times and have taken friends a few times and all but once it was great. One time the brisket was very charred.
Pros:
Quick resonably priced good food. Bonus of music in the blues courtyardCons:
Eating outdoors in bad weatherReviewed by Kerry Review Date: 10/02/2018
Rating: (1) Recommended
I have stayed at Riverside 5 times... going back to 1999 when it was still Dixie Landings. It is hands down my favorite resort in all of WDW! I even have a framed print of POR in my bathroom! 🙂 I love the theming, the atmosphere, the cast members, the grounds, the boat, the quiet pools... everything! If I don't stay here, I visit because I miss it so much. Always make a night for YeeHa Bob!! If this were a DVC, it would be my Home Resort!
Pros:
The laid-back lazy atmosphere, the boat ride to Disney Springs, YeeHa Bob, the option of quiet pools, the ability to pool hop at French Quarter.Cons:
Huge spread out resort so some rooms are a hike to get to the main building. The busses are always crowded and since they make a circle to all the stops at the resort, it can take forever to get back to your room.Review of Pandora -- the World of Avatar
Reviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 10/02/2018
Rating: (8) Recommended
The area is absolutely beautiful! Great theming!
