Most Recent Reviews
Review of Trail's End Restaurant
Reviewed by seahawk7 Review Date: 06/29/2014
Rating: (10) Recommended
We went to Trails End for both lunch and the dinner buffet. Both were very good. I'm vegeterian and I the hummus, tofu flatbread. It was one of the best vegetarian options I had. My DS thought there chicken and waffles was the best one he had on Disney property and my daughter loves her catfish and grits. The dinner buffet is equally as good. My kids cut through their beef with a fork it was so tender. Great salads, fried chicken, and sides. Two of our favorite meals this trip and very, very reasonably priced.
Pros:
great service, homey atmosphereCons:
noneReview of House of Blues Restaurant and Bar
Reviewed by Tampa Mom Review Date: 06/28/2014
Rating: (8) Recommended
My two daughters and I had lunch here on 6-27-14. The service was friendly and efficient, and my daughters loved their burgers. It was a really nice experience.
I am sad to say that the one sour note was my french dip sandwich. It wasn't bad, it was just... blah. The au jus had no flavor at all. If they had brought me a cup of plain hot water, there would have been no difference. The roast beef had a boiled beef blandness that brought nothing to the taste of the sandwich. I never noticed any sauteed onions, though they may have been buried in the provolone, which was the one excellent ingredient. A cup of a very hot, strong horseradish sauce was served on the side, which I suspect was intended to provide the flavor for the sandwich. I didn't use it since it was a bit too much for me.
As I said, the sandwich wasn't bad, just not very good. But my girls devoured their burgers, and all of us enjoyed the tasty fries that came with our sandwiches, so just avoid the french dip and you should have a great meal.
Pros:
Great service and foodCons:
French dip sandwich a disappointmentReview of Spirit of Aloha Dinner
Reviewed by JoanneS Review Date: 06/25/2014
Rating: (9) Recommended
We enjoyed the later show, which wasn't very crowded. The food was plentiful and very tasty. This isn't gourmet food, but it's well prepared. The servers were fantastic. The show is a good family friendly show with some audience participation. I felt bad for the performers because their small audience was more interested in their food than the audience participation.
Pros:
Lots of food, fun showCons:
not the best dessertReview of Garden View Lounge Tea
Reviewed by JoanneS Review Date: 06/25/2014
Rating: (3) Not Recommended
My friend and I were looking forward to enjoying a nice quiet tea. I made the error of telling the server I was lactose intolerant and the lovely tea took a bad turn. He had the chef come out and talk to me about my "issue". I was given NO choice as far as food goes. They told me they would bring me a plate of sandwiches, and while my friend enjoyed a nice variety of tea sandwiches, I got salami on white bread, and turkey loaf with tofu cheese. (also on white bread) And, when I say white bread, I mean Wonder bread. When it was time for dessert, my friend got her choice of pastries, while I was given no choice, but delivered a bowl of JELLO with frozen strawberries in it. I paid $30 for salami sandwiches and Jello. I was not a happy camper. Others may enjoy this, but for the lactose intolerant, this is not a good choice.
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Peaceful SettingCons:
Food ChoicesReview of Hollywood and Vine Dinner
Reviewed by KBrzyski Review Date: 06/25/2014
Rating: (3) Recommended
The food was ok - lots of choices. However,the mashed potatoes were "soupy." The Jedi characters were fine. They came to our table and took pictures. My major disappointment was what I paid for 3 adults - $222 with tip for the buffet, no alcoholic beverages! I paid $180 for 4 adults, 3 of which had steak dinners at the Be Our Guest Restaurant, and I felt the ambience was nicer. Perhaps it's worth it if you have a meal plan, but I would not recommend it to someone paying cash.
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Food was okCons:
CostReview of Gaston's Tavern
Reviewed by MinnieMouseMama Review Date: 06/24/2014
Rating: (10) Recommended
I didn't want to like this place. It seems like a second thought and the menu is VERY limited. I confess that I was totally wrong. Gaston's has pork shanks. Huge, tasty, smokey, salty and tender pork shanks. As a non-fan of the turkey leg (sorry...) I had not anticipated how much I would love Gaston's. We ended up here because Columbia Harbor House was already closed and I really wanted a lobster roll. This will not be my second choice again. Just delish!
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pork shankCons:
noneReview of Be Our Guest -Counter Service Lunch
Reviewed by MinnieMouseMama Review Date: 06/24/2014
Rating: (9) Recommended
We dined here for lunch after a one year break. What a nice lunch. While we did not have an
ADR with our Magic Bands, the wait was less than a half hour even at lunch time. We had the quiche, roasted pork, the leek soup and many desserts. All were tasty, and arrived promptly at our West Wing table. We ate in the Ball Room last year as our youngest daughter was a bit of a chicken and it was lovely. But the decor, rose and portrait make the West Wing ROCK! There are free drink re-fills at lunch, which is a plus at a table service option. I am not sure there is a reason to come here for dinner as the menu is much the same and the prices are much higher. I was happy with our meal last year, and this one was even better.
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beautiful themeCons:
waitingReview of Sunshine Seasons
Reviewed by MinnieMouseMama Review Date: 06/24/2014
Rating: (10) Recommended
We normally do not dine in Future World. Ever. So Sunshine Seasons was a great surprise to say the least. There are many, many options so it is easy to please everyone in the family. The breakfast panini was a dream with eggs, cheese, bacon and roasted pork on toasted herbed bread. Yummy. We also stopped for lunch on another day. The stir fry beef was a hit along with the roasted chicken with beans and yellow rice. HUGE and very tasty. This place is a real gem. I will be back next year for sure and am sad we missed it for so many years.
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food varietyCons:
noneReview of Tangierine Cafe
Reviewed by MinnieMouseMama Review Date: 06/24/2014
Rating: (10) Recommended
After days of burgers and chicken nuggets, this place is a slice of heaven! A huge portion of lamb shawarma and naan hits the plate. The hummus is rich and cool. The portions are generous and the price is small (by Disney standards anyway.) Our service this time was much better and very friendly (newer CM's perhaps?) This is a hidden gem. The food is NOT spicy, so those who have worried need not be afraid. There is rarely a line and the seating is not a problem. We always manage to get a table in the shade. As a side note, I think the bathroom here is cleaner and cooler than most due to limited foot traffic. We stop here every time and always end up happy and full. Note: we order three meals to feed four HUNGRY people.
Pros:
a change of paceCons:
noneReview of Boulangerie Patisserie les Halles
Reviewed by MinnieMouseMama Review Date: 06/24/2014
Rating: (10) Recommended
While the sweet treats have always been delish here, the former location was crowded and small. The new re-boot is perfect. We had some amazing food here, and it is quickly becoming our Epcot go-to for quick service dining. The lobster bisque was hot and rich and full of flavor, and when paired with the half baguette, it is a hearty lunch at a very low price (for Disney.) Real butter is free. Gotta love France. We also enjoyed the cheesy tomato bread and eclairs! While seating is limited at lunch time, if you wait an hour and arrive after 1:00 or so, there well may be a seat. We also stopped here to grab a snack before IllumiNations. I used my rusty French from high school and the CM's were amused. I must have been okay as my order was correct.
