Most Recent Reviews
Review of Caribbean Beach Resort (Moderate Resort)
Reviewed by dandnmom Review Date: 04/04/2013
Rating: (9) Recommended
Stayed in a Pirate Room in Trinidad - kids LOVED it. I don't think either one took a breath or had a heartbeat for about 10 minutes- no detail was missed. Only negative (and the reason I gave this resort a 9 instead of 10) is the rooms are so far from the pool, dining, etc. You would think - Pirate themed rooms would attract families w/ young kids (who can find walking a challenge) - and Disney puts these areas at the furthest points in the Resort... hmmm.
That said - lovely resort and the family wants to return immediately. Staff was kind & friendly, quick service food wasn't stellar but can't complain - was fine, had an issue w/ a game and they responded quite well!! Bus service to Parks was good despite the Spring Break crowds.
Would recommend this resort to anyone wanting the fun tropical feel while in the heart of Disney.
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wonderful themingCons:
too large for young children to walk btwn buildingsReview of ESPN Club
Reviewed by stenson4 Review Date: 04/04/2013
Rating: (10) Recommended
We stayed at the Boardwalk during the week of March 24th and stopped at ESPN almost every night after Epcot. Louis, our bartender, got to know us and was very accommodating and friendly - excellent service. I can't say enough about how well he treated us and the others around us. He has worked there for many years and I can see why they keep him around. He is definitely an asset to this very busy business. Food was excellent also.
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service and foodCons:
—Review of Boardwalk Villas (Disney Vacation Club)
Reviewed by stenson4 Review Date: 04/04/2013
Rating: (9) Recommended
Stayed in a deluxe studio from March 24th to the 31st. View was of the village green which was very nice but a bit noisy at times. We were able to watch the Easter Candy Scramble on the green on Easter morning right from our balcany. The room was in good condition. This is our DVC home and we love the location as it is a very easy walk to and from Epcot International Gateway. Boardwalk Bakery was under construction so that limited our dining options but we still enjoyed the ESPN club and Kouzina. Only complaint during our stay was only one working elevator at times which left a long back up on the first and second floors. Another issue was the bus from Downtown Disney stopped not only at the Swan and Dolphin but also the Yacht and Beach then the Boardwalk on the way home - long ride and full bus. We will continue stay at this resort and love to call it our home.
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locationCons:
elevators, bus to downtownReviewed by stenson4 Review Date: 04/04/2013
Rating: (9) Recommended
Stayed here on March 31st for one night after a week at Boardwalk. We love the animals and detail of this resort. Was a long walk to our Deluxe Studio but the studio was very nicely decorated and clean. The shuttle to and from Jambo house was very quick and convenient. This was a very busy week in the parks and resorts but we could not find a chair by the pool at all due to the crowds. With this size of resort maybe it should be bigger? We have stayed at Jambo House in the past and never had that issue. Although this resort is very new and nice we would choose to stay at Jambo House next time.
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clean, atmosphereCons:
crowded poolReviewed by hbk Review Date: 04/04/2013
Rating: (10) Recommended
FQ is the best of the moderate resorts, and taking price, size, things to do, etc. into consideration, it may be the best value at Disney.
FQ is not very large (the smallest of the moderate resorts) which is advantageous. Besides some sections of building 1 or 7, you never really feel too far out. All buildings are easy access to food court, pool, bus stop and the boat to Market Place. The grounds are beautiful and the colors are festive.
The pool area is plenty big, with a great slide for the kids. The pool bar is there as well, with great selections.
The food court isn't huge, but still plenty of selection to give you a break from food in the park.
While at FQ, you have easy access to Riverside via the boat or a gorgeous walk along the Sassagoula River. If so inclined, you can mix things up and can eat at their food court (or Boatwrights - table service) or try their pool. The path along the river, thru FQ and Riverside is also great for a jog.
The boat to Marketplace is a tremendous perk. The boat ride is relaxing, scenic and so easy! Really makes it fun to go eat at Marketplace, shop or go for a nice margarita at their dockside bar.
One other note that may not be mentioned is FQ only has 1 bus stop. Which means you are not stopping at multiple stops at the same resort such as Caribbean or Riverside. Once you arrive at FQ, that's it, one stop and everyone gets off. Also, you don't have to wave at already full buses as they pass you up as you are the 3rd stop at the resort and not the first.
As noted, the value just can't be beat and the cost won't make your heart sink when pricing out the Polynesian for example (which is fabulous as well, but significantly more expensive than FQ...).
Pros:
value, size, proximity to Riverside and MarketplaceCons:
wish rooms were just a bit biggerReview of Kona Cafe Lunch/Dinner
Reviewed by Tracy2kids Review Date: 04/08/2013
Rating: (9) Recommended
We had an ADR and ate lunch here on 4/5/13. First time and won't be the last! 15 year old son had surf and turf burger and said it was the best burger he ever had! Daughter loved kids ravioli and especially the make your own sundae that came at the end!! Overall great place to take the monorail and take a break from the park. Can't give it a 10 because I just wish Disney wouldn't keep increasing their prices so much for those not on the dining plan and the price for a soda is ridiculous! Great option, would go again!!
Pros:
Delicious!Cons:
—Review of Chefs de France - Lunch/Dinner
Reviewed by pseudosquid Review Date: 04/04/2013
Rating: (8) Recommended
Dining plan includes a three course prix fixe menu! We waited an average time of about 15 minutes. Below is my opinion of the dishes we ordered:
Soupe A l oignon Gratinee - French onion soup - Probably the best french onion soup I've ever had! Amazing! Cheese was thick and delicious, great onion taste.
Bisque de homard - Lobster bisque - Good but french onion soup was better.
Plat de cote de boeuf au cabernet avee pates - Beef short ribs - This dish was only okay. The beef was prepared well, but the noodles didn't pick up any of the flavor in the dish and were tasteless. The pearl onions and mushrooms added some flavor.
Demi Poulet Fermier roti, pommes rissolees et Broccoli - Roast chicken - Very good, cooked perfectly. Sauce was excellent, great flavor.
Dessert - Both were good, not amazing. Creme brulee and Fraisier, sorbet et coulis aux fruits rouges (strawberry cake with sauce and sorbet)
Our waiter was very nice and friendly. We had a bit of difficulty understanding him at times, but if you want authenticity then you can expect an accent!
Pros:
Friendly, french onion soupCons:
—Review of Sunshine Seasons
Reviewed by pseudosquid Review Date: 04/04/2013
Rating: (8) Recommended
Below is my opinion of the dishes we ordered:
Pork sandwich with noodles - Pork was fantastic, slightly spicy. Noodles were good but needed a flavor boost.
Turkey Focaccia - Fresh tasting, good sandwich. Side of potatoes was good also.
Chocolate mousse - Dense and amazing, worth every calorie!
Pros:
Nice area, plenty of seating. Air conditioned.Cons:
Some dishes had long linesReview of Electric Umbrella
Reviewed by pseudosquid Review Date: 04/04/2013
Rating: (9) Recommended
Mushroom and Swiss Cheeseburger - Really good burger, and I'm not even a big burger fan. I ate it up with fries.
Strawberry cheesecake - Really good taste, not overwhelmingly cheesy or fruity, nice balance.
Pros:
Great quick serviceCons:
NoneReview of Le Cellier Lunch/Dinner
Reviewed by pseudosquid Review Date: 04/04/2013
Rating: (9) Recommended
The waitress was very nice and even offered to let us go outside to see the last ten minutes of Illuminations before we had our dessert. Below is what we ordered:
Canadian Cheddar Cheese Soup - I ordered this because of all the hype of how good it is. A few mouthfuls were really good - my husband likened it to potato skins as a soup. However, the saltiness of the soup was overwhelming, and I have a very HIGH tolerance for salt. I like everything extra salty, but this was too much. I didn't finish it. The bread, however, we ate plenty of! It was great.
Filet Mignon - I NEVER ordered steak, but I figured what the heck - we're at a steakhouse. I wasn't disappointed - this was quite possibly the best steak I've ever had. Deliciously moist and tender. I ordered it medium-well. The wild mushroom risotto that came with it was a fantastic pairing. All in all, an excellent dish and I wouldn't have minded if I had to pay for it (I used dining credits)
Rib Eye - My husband got the rib eye steak, and although he enjoyed it, I thought my filet mignon tasted better.
Pistachio cake - I thought this was fantastic. The pistachio taste was perfect, not too overwhelming.
Chocolate trio - My husband got this, and although I'm a chocolate freak, I enjoyed the pistachio cake better.
