Most Recent Reviews
Review of Wolfgang Puck Grand Cafe
Reviewed by mawdryn Review Date: 07/14/2016
Rating: (10) Recommended
There were 8 of us for dinner on July 2nd. We were seated as soon as we arrived for our 530 reservation.
The service and food were top notch. There is absolutely NOTHING negative I can say about this restaurant. I only wish I remembered the name of our server, because she was honestly the best I have EVER had.
Among us, we ordered: Crab Cakes, Crispy Calamari, Tempura Shrimp Roll, Margherita Pizzas, the Barbecued Chicken Pizza, Spaghetti, and a Specialty Sushi Roll. For drinks, we had the Sunshine Sangria - Carafe for Two, and some of us ordered a few glasses of red wine (I can't remember which ones).
We will DEFINITELY be back, as this restaurant rated very highly!
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NONEReview of Ghirardelli Soda Fountain
Reviewed by mawdryn Review Date: 07/14/2016
Rating: (10) Recommended
My family of 6 popped in on July 1st to pick up dessert for a few of us. We ordered a sundae and shake. Service was fast and the ice cream was delicious! We always try to visit Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop when we are in town, and again, I'm glad we did...
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NoneReview of 1900 Park Fare Character Breakfast
Reviewed by mawdryn Review Date: 07/14/2016
Rating: (8) Recommended
My family of 6 had breakfast here on July 3rd at 10:10 am. We waited a half hour past our reservation time to be seated. I don't understand why this happened, as there were many empty tables for 6 or more available...This is why I am not giving 1900 Park Fare a higher rating.
The food was great, always replenished when something was running low. The strawberry soup was just as yummy as it was the last time we dined here in March of 2014.
The characters were great, the Mad Hatter especially. He made a HUGE fuss over my 8 month old niece and even fed her some of her baby food. It was really cute.
I'm sure we will be back again, as this is one of our favorite character meals...
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NONEReview of Grand Floridian Cafe Lunch/Dinner
Reviewed by mawdryn Review Date: 07/14/2016
Rating: (10) Recommended
Let me start by saying that this restaurant was not high on my list after our dining experience here on July 4th of 2013. In my post, I said I wouldn't be "rushing back." We made reservations here, specifically so we could view the fireworks from the MK after dinner...I didn't have high hopes. That being said, I will DEFINITELY be back again in the future.
My family of 6 dined here on July 3rd. We had 6:30 reservations and were seated right away at a corner table overlooking the beautiful gardens of the Grand Floridian. Our waitress was amazing and the food was delicious. We ordered: Caesar Salads, a Seasonal Strawberry Salad, Chilled Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, Pan-roasted Chicken Breasts, Surf and Turf Burger, Shrimp and Grits, Artisan Made Spinach-Ricotta Ravioli and a New York Strip Steak. We had red wine, Fess Parker Riesling, Santa Barbara County, and a whiskey flight. For dessert, I pre ordered a white chocolate glass slipper for my sister to celebrate her birthday, which we all shared. Our waitress also brought out a cupcake and sang Happy Birthday.
This meal was beyond perfect from start to finish. As I said before, we will return...
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NONEReviewed by mawdryn Review Date: 07/14/2016
Rating: (8) Recommended
This was my 5th stay at POFQ. The previous trip was in June of 2015 for 5 nights. We chose this resort, because it's the smallest and felt it would be a good fit for my sister's family, who also joined us and had the room next door.
This time, we stayed for 2 nights, July 2-4. It was myself, my husband and our 16 year old, twin daughters. We had a garden view in Building 4. The location was perfect and the room was clean, but still in need of a renovation. The rooms are simply showing their age and need some sprucing. I said this last year in my review as well.
Check in was a breeze. My sister's room was ready by 1030 am, and our room was ready by 1 pm. There was some miscommunication with the text message letting us know our room was ready, but quickly resolved.
The pool was wonderful. We spent a lot of time there, as we didn't do any parks this trip. Seating was difficult to find, but the addition of the splash zone was nice.
I'm glad the food court is being remodeled. The Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory is in dire need. It was still dirty, just like I posted in my review last year. For whatever reason, staff can't keep up with the refillable mug station. Hopefully,
this will be part of the renovation...
I'm gald we stayed at POFQ. It's still my favorite resort by far. It just seriously needs a little love to bring it back to its former glory...
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Food CourtReview of Olivia's Breakfast
Reviewed by mawdryn Review Date: 07/14/2016
Rating: (10) Recommended
As you can see from my AllEars reviews, we tend to dine at Olivia's every time we visit WDW. This trip would be no different...
My family of 4 had breakfast here the morning of July 4th before heading over to St Pete for the remainder of our 2 week vacation.
We sat outside, enjoyed the beautiful weather, a great meal and great service. This restaurant is a hidden gem. We have reservations here again in October when we come down for Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party. I can already taste their delicious Cafe Mocha.
If you haven't tried Olivia's, please do. You won't be disappointed. I have dined here too many times to count for all 3 meals, and have NEVER walked away feeling unsatisfied.
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NONEReviewed by mawdryn Review Date: 07/14/2016
Rating: (7) Recommended
My family of 6 and my sister along with her husband had lunch here on July 2nd. There was one cashier trying to check out at minimum, 10 different families. This was after there was no cashier on duty for at least 10 minutes around 1 pm.
The lines for make your own salad were very long, again, with only one gal working behind the counter. I think my brother in law and myself waited at least 20 minutes before it was our turn. My sister ordered a burger and that line was very quick.
The rapid refill drink station was dirty, as was the case last year in June when we visited.
The food variety is very good. I love how you have the option to make your own salad or baked potato. The desserts are fantastic, but the snacks were lacking.
I'm looking forward to the food court rehab. I hope it improves things...
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Dirty, Long Lines and Short on StaffReview of Be Our Guest Dinner
Reviewed by mskertes Review Date: 01/08/2013
Rating: (2) Not Recommended
My wife, daughter and I ate here for dinner on December 29th. First the good news; Theming is outstanding. The "Beast" walks through the dining room every 20 minutes or so. However, the poor quality of the food makes this a "never visit again" restaurant. My wife ordered the salmon off of the dinner menu. After taking a few bites, my wife commented on the unusual taste of the fish and thought it might be the seasoning. After eating from the other end she asked me to take a bit. I instantly recognized the fish as rotten. We brought this to the attention of our server, but it was too late. My wife spent the majority of the evening and next morning in our hotel bathroom. For a new restaurant to serve a piece of fish that was definitely not "springtime fresh" is a disgrace. The fireworks issue is due to the location of the restaurant and location of fireworks launcher. Depending upon wind direction, you will be held inside the restaurant during the evening fireworks due to fallout. We will not be visiting here again.
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Too loud, too crowded, poor food quality, fireworks snafuReview of Cooke's of Dublin
Reviewed by slapps Review Date: 01/08/2013
Rating: (7) Recommended
My family and friends returned from our annual Disney vacation on the 6th of January,2013. We dined at this eatery twice this time down from Upstate New York. The fish and chips were just OK. WE have dined here on several occasions in the past. We found that the fish did not taste as good as it has in the past. We think maybe they have changed the type or brand of fish they serve (maybe cost cutting). The fish also seemed to be a little greasy. On the other occasion we dined there on this trip I had the chicken strips. They seemed to be over cooked and dry. The meals we had were just o.k., I would still recommend this eatery, we may have just hit on a bad day.
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FishReview of Earl of Sandwich
Reviewed by slapps Review Date: 01/08/2013
Rating: (10) Recommended
My family and friends just returned from a 10 day Disney stay from December 28th through the 5th of January,2013. We dined here about 6 times. We just loved the prices and the meals. Everything we had was wonderful. This has to be the best deal and best tasting counter service at all of Disney. My son who can be a picky eater loved their holiday special. We highly recommend this to everyone.
