Most Recent Reviews
Reviewed by 3leggedtable Review Date: 09/28/2014
Rating: (10) Recommended
Our party of 9 had breakfast at Boma's on August 23, 2014. This was our first time having breakfast at this restaurant. Everyone was happy with their meal. Four people in our party are on a gluten free diet and the chef did a wonderful job accommodating our dietary restriction. He brought out gf waffles, donuts, and muffins, all very good. Also, he walked us through the buffet line explaining what we could enjoy for breakfast.
We will defiantly be returning to Boma's for breakfast.
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Great foodCons:
NoneReview of Yacht Club Resort (Deluxe Resort)
Reviewed by Pat and David Review Date: 09/27/2014
Rating: (9) Recommended
We were welcomed as we pulled up in the drive to unload by a young man with his computer asking if we were the **** family. He escorted me right inside where a young lady promptly registered us, welcomed us, gave me all sorts of info and directions. Registration was painless and took less than 10 minutes even with all the info. Then we were on our way. We went out the back door to get to Epcot. The walk to Epcot is not long at all, really less than 10 minutes. You will enter Epcot on International Walkway which is between France and UK. A good landmark to spot the walkway is the World Traveler shop just off the walkway. You can continue straight through Epcot to catch the MK mono, but honestly, the buses leave every few minutes from the main entrance to the Yacht Club. We never waited more than 10 minutes for a bus. The hotel let me know when the room was ready but we did not worry about getting there until we were so tired we had to leave. Once inside the hotel, we left our luggage info with the porter and before we could unlock our door (we got lost inside - hotel is huge) he was there with our stuff.
One thing I think the hotel should do is have a small info sheet inside the room letting people know where they can use their meal plans. After we were getting ready to leave, we learned we could have used a quick service at the Beach Club Marketplace. (They could have told me this, but I forgot.) A small sheet of paper inside listing hours, places would be so helpful. Other than the long walk to fill the mug, I really have no negative things to say about this resort. The view is lovely, the grounds are spotless, the people knowledgeable, the pools beautiful, and I would stay here again.
Pros:
Beautiful location, large rooms nicely decorated, very helpful employeesCons:
only one - when Hurricane hannahs is closed, it is a long walk to market place to fill mugReview of Gasparilla Island Grill
Reviewed by bellebookworm9 Review Date: 09/27/2014
Rating: (8) Recommended
My friend and I ate here for lunch on 8/19 after a morning at the GF pool. I ordered the cheese flatbread and a dish of soft serve ice cream. He had the Grand Gaspy Burger. I was pleased to see that they had expanded and re-done the seating area since the last time I visited; it looks much nicer now.
The cashier charged me for a chicken caesar salad rather than what I had ordered, but I didn't notice until after I had sat down. It was only a $1.50 difference so I didn't complaint, but that was a bit annoying.
Burger and pizza were good.
Pros:
Good flatbread and burger, revamped seating areaCons:
Cashier charged me too much for wrong itemReview of Grand Floridian Cafe Breakfast
Reviewed by bellebookworm9 Review Date: 09/27/2014
Rating: (9) Recommended
A friend and I dined here for the first time on 8/19. Our ADR was for 9am. We were seated nearly right away at a table in the center of the dining room. I believe our server was Janie.
We shared the Fruit Plate. Though the menu said it comes with greek yogurt or cottage cheese, we weren't asked, and forgot to specify cottage cheese. Neither of us likes Greek Yogurt. However, the fruit was abundant and very fresh, great for sharing.
My friend ordered the Eggs Benedict and finished nearly every last bite, except for the tomato. He loved the Key Lime Hollandaise. I had the Vanilla-Laced French Toast with Bacon, which was very good. The bacon was the BEST I've ever had at WDW. It was so crispy, almost to the point of being crumbly, but not quite.
This was a pleasant place to dine and while the food was very good, I don't think I'd make a special trip back.
Pros:
No wait, great server, BEST bacon in Disney WorldCons:
—Review of Beach Club Resort (Deluxe Resort)
Reviewed by 5busyrussells Review Date: 09/25/2014
Rating: (6) Not Recommended
I was disappointed. Maybe there was too much hype surrounding the pool, etc., that my expectations were too high - but I doubt we will return to the Beach Club. In the past, we have stayed at Port Orleans Riverside, and I found myself wishing we were there this visit. The ability to walk to Epcot and the Boardwalk was the biggest plus, the pool was nice but not worth the extra cost. I found the hotel to feel to "busy" all the time. Every time we walked through the lobby there were kids running everywhere. Even our kids commented on how disorderly it seemed to be. On arrival, our room was ready, but none of our magic bands worked, so we had to wait until the problem was fixed to be able to go to Magic Kingdom as it would not recognize our dining reservations or Fastpasses. But I believe that problem was system-wide, not just a Beach Club problem. The pool was not available the first day we were there, which was disappointing as the kids wanted to swim for a bit before heading to MK. They ended up going to one of the quiet pools. I think the rooms are in desperate need of remodeling - they look very worn. All in all, for a vacation in excess of $5K, I think I would try the Polynesian next time, although we probably will return to Port Orleans Riverside. It was much quieter and after busy days at parks, to return to yet another busy place, Beach Club, felt like there was never any down time.
Pros:
Proximity to Epcot and BoardwalkCons:
Too "busy", not worth the extra expenseReviewed by 5busyrussells Review Date: 09/25/2014
Rating: (10) Recommended
We had previously eaten dinner only at Boma, but this time - we added breakfast in addition to dinner. The breakfast options were plentiful - with something for everyone. I tried the pap with roasted tomatoes and asparagus and it was delicious. I think the only item I did not care for was the quinoa (I eat this frequently at home) - but the waitress told me they add brown sugar to it. I did not know, so added my own brown sugar and made it too sweet. Otherwise, everything was delicious!
Pros:
Wonderful breakfast spread!Cons:
None.Reviewed by 5busyrussells Review Date: 09/25/2014
Rating: (8) Recommended
This was our favorite restaurant on a previous trip, so we had to try it again this visit. For dinner, I did not think the options were quite as plentiful as our previous visit, but did manage to try a little bit of everything. My husband said this was his favorite meal. One daughter is still craving the curry pasta salad! It was an enjoyable, relaxing meal. The pomegranate lemonade was the best!! We all enjoyed zebra domes for dessert and my husband and I enjoyed a delicious cup of coffee. I inquired of the waitress why the coffee tasted so good - she said they grind their own beans at Boma.
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DeliciousCons:
Not as plentiful as past visitReview of Kringla Bakeri og Cafe
Reviewed by 5busyrussells Review Date: 09/25/2014
Rating: (10) Recommended
I had school bread on my "must have" list and it lived up to the hype! I wish I would have bought extras, as I found myself craving it during our ride home! Definitely a worthwhile snack while visiting Epcot's World Showcase. Delicious!
Pros:
Delicous School Bread!Cons:
None.Review of Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria
Reviewed by 5busyrussells Review Date: 09/25/2014
Rating: (10) Recommended
After a week of reservations and heavy meals, this was a perfect last night meal! We enjoyed individual pizzas and desserts which did not disappoint! We loved the wood fired taste of the pizza and it was thin and light and very flavorful! Desserts were also delicious to include the zeppoli, sorbet and tiramisu. Almost wish we had planned this dinner earlier in the visit - we probably would have eaten here twice!
Pros:
Delicious wood-fired pizza and wonderful desserts!Cons:
None.Reviewed by wattage Review Date: 09/25/2014
Rating: (9) Recommended
We attended the September 21, 2014 MNSSH Party. This was our third time in three years. In past years we’ve attended later in October, or last year we attended the last party on November 1. The big difference was weather – it was a lot hotter, and it rained just before the parade started this year. The crowds were a lot lighter in September. We’d been in the part since 1PM, so we left shortly after the parade. We were lucky and got a prime spot up on the second level of the railway station overlooking Main Street. After going three years in a row, my wife and I have agreed that we need not come again for a while.
