Most Recent Reviews
Review of Mama Melrose's Lunch/Dinner
Reviewed by DisneyJen Review Date: 10/05/2013
Rating: (10) Recommended
Ate here for the first time on Sept 1, 2013 using the Fantasmic Package. We found this to be a great value b/c an appetizer for each adult was included with the package- something the dining plan does not offer at any other restaurant and because we paid out of pocket for the DDP this trip, we were looking for value. We had the calamari for appetizer- the best calamari we ever had! I had the chix parm and my husband had the pasta dish with all the seafood, they were both wonderful. One of our fav meals this trip.
Pros:
Great food, fun atmosphere, Fantasmic packageCons:
noneReview of Beach Club Villas (Disney Vacation Club)
Reviewed by DisneyJen Review Date: 10/05/2013
Rating: (8) Recommended
We stayed two nights 9/2-9/4 after a 6 night stay at AKL Kidani. I have always longed to stay at Beach Club, so I was very excited to have the opportunity to do so on this trip. I love all things Disney, but I have to admit that we probably will not stay at BC again mostly because it didn't have the Disney feel- this is not something I can explain well- but those of you who get "the Disney feel" will understand what I'm saying. There wasn't anything bad about the resort, other than the dirty hallway carpet and lame quick service spot (mentioned in many other reviews), I just didn't feel the way I have felt everywhere else I've stayed (AKL, CB, Port Orleans FQ).
However, I do not let anything at Disney disappoint me, so I must tell you what I found to be awesome about this resort: proximity to Epcot and Stormalong Bay Pool. There is nothing better than walking from your resort room to Epcot World Showcase in 10 min! Also, the pool was absolutely amazing; the sand bottom and play areas as well as the slide. We did find it frustrating that the pool closed when lifeguards are not on duty: 10pm-10am making it difficult to fully enjoy (no early morning or evening swims) because we also wanted to spend our last two days fully enjoying the parks!
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Proximity to Epcot, Stormalong Bay PoolCons:
—Review of Cape May Cafe Clam Bake Dinner
Reviewed by pop2 Review Date: 10/05/2013
Rating: (8) Recommended
Just got back on Sept 28th. This was our second time at Cape May. We go there for the crab legs. If you don't like seafood, this is not the buffet for you. I do feel like it wasn't as good as the first time, but it was still ok. I would go back because of the crab legs. I will say we got our moneys worth. Even the waitress commented and laughed with us about it. She had to keep emptying my husbands crab bucket. If you want to pig out on seafood, this is the place. I do have to say the chowder was to die for.!!!! I had almost 3 bowls. It is expensive, but ok if on dining plan. Rest of food ok.....typical for buffet food. Service was pretty good.
Pros:
all you can eat crab legs, seafood, chowderCons:
expensiveReview of Liberty Tree Tavern Dinner
Reviewed by pop2 Review Date: 10/05/2013
Rating: (8) Recommended
Just got back Sept 28th from Disney. This was our second time eating at Liberty Tree. We were on the Disney dining plan so we used a table credit. Good use of table credit in our opinion. Everyone had plenty to eat and it was delicious. We were almost an hour late to our reservation, but they accommodated us and got us in fairly quickly (about 20 min.) Again the food was great. It was great to have vegetables after eating park food all week. We were very happy with all the food. It tastes like home cooking with mashed potatoes, gravy, turkey, mac and cheese and wonderful garlic green beans. One of the best meals we had all week. Service was weak. Service had very little personality and didn't even greet us when he came to the table. Food took longer than expected , but was good. We would go back despite our unfriendly waiter.
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service, priceReview of Biergarten - Lunch/Dinner
Reviewed by pop2 Review Date: 10/05/2013
Rating: (4) Not Recommended
Just got back from Disney Sept 28th. Although it is a buffet and its all you can eat, I would not go back. We like kraut and all the fixins, but it was too much of the same thing. (Let's just say I went to visit the restroom several times after we left) It wasn't horrible, but would I go back.....NO. there are better choices especially for the price. It was also very loud and our waitress was not the best. She messed up our check twice. They tried to charge us an adult dining credit cause he was 9. Save your money and credits and go to Via Napoli.
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lots of foodCons:
loud, too much heavy food, quality not greatReview of Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria
Reviewed by pop2 Review Date: 10/05/2013
Rating: (9) Recommended
Just got back Sept 28th. We were on the dining plan or I don't think we would have tried this place. I'm glad we did. It was one of the best pizzas we have ever had. Even my picky eater ate every bite. Yes, it is pricey, but if your on the dining plan, it really doesn't matter now does it. It was so good, I would actually pay out of pocket for it!!!!
You can get an individual pizza or put the credits together to get a big pizza. We all got something different so we could all taste each others pizza. The individual pizza is definitely enough for one person and you will leave full. the ugly dessert was fantastic.!! I was only going to take a few bites to taste it, but it was so good, I ate the whole thing...then licked my glass.
If you are on the dining plan its a must....if you're paying out of pocket, I still say its worth it, but be prepared to enjoy it and not complain about the price.....you are on vacation you know. It was so good, we cancelled our reservation on Friday night and went back and ate again.. the mushroom pizza is to die for.
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fantastic food!!!!Cons:
pricey, but worth it.Review of House of Blues Restaurant and Bar
Reviewed by pop2 Review Date: 10/05/2013
Rating: (10) Recommended
We just got back from Disney on Sept 28. We cancelled the reservation we had to try House of Blues with our friends. Glad we did. Food was great and we had a great server. He did everything he could to maximize our use of the dining plan and get everything we could. I did order a cocktail (it was blue and very yummy.) But it was supposed to come in souvenir glass. I was disappointed. He went in the back found 2 in boxes and wrapped them up for me to take home. Plus he washed and gave me the mason jar it had come it. Great souvenirs!!!! It really was the best service we had the whole week. I had lobster mac and cheese. Very rich, but very good. My husband had ribs and they were very tender. (The first tender ribs we had all week.!) If you're in Downtown Disney, I definitely recommend it.
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food, serviceCons:
noneReview of Cosmic Ray's Starlight Cafe
Reviewed by wegoshopgirl Review Date: 10/05/2013
Rating: (9) Recommended
We always come here when we visit. My daughter is 11 and she is still captivated by the "singing" alien. The food is really good. I get the chicken with veggies and it is like getting a sit down meal for a counter service. My husband likes the burgers with the bar with all the dressings for it (grilled onions, mushrooms, etc.).
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Good food/ entertainment/ Chicken and burgersCons:
—Review of Columbia Harbour House
Reviewed by wegoshopgirl Review Date: 10/05/2013
Rating: (9) Recommended
The tuna sandwich here is really good. Although the edges of the bread were rock hard, I just took them off. My husband said they are not usually like that. It was a really nice break from hamburgers for lunch. The apple cobbler is awesome and it comes with a sauce on it now that really adds to it. We eat here every year when we come.
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Variety in menu/Good food and dessertCons:
—Review of Be Our Guest -Counter Service Lunch
Reviewed by wegoshopgirl Review Date: 10/05/2013
Rating: (10) Recommended
You have to go to this restaurant just to tour the beast's castle! It is gorgeous! I wasn't too thrilled with my quiche, but the salad was good and that is just my personal preference. I'm not the biggest fan of eggs and I wish they would have mixed the addins thruout instead of just a layer on top. I finished my daughter's roast sandwich and that was really good. I will get a sandwich next time. The desserts were delicious and beautiful. I will definitely go back just to enjoy the scenery and take more pictures. The pictures on the walls of one of the dining rooms of beauty and the beast are worth the wait in line. It is like an attraction in itself.
