Most Recent Reviews
Review of Bay Lake Tower (Disney Vacation Club)
Reviewed by wattage Review Date: 04/30/2015
Rating: (9) Recommended
We stayed two nights at BLT starting on 4/19/2015. We transferred from PO-Riverside on the morning of 4/19. We arrived around 12:30pm and checked in – our room was not ready. However, an hour later, as we are walking into the Magic Kingdom, I received the text stating that our room was ready.
Our room was a deluxe studio on the 14th floor of BLT. Officially, our room was a “standard view†room, but we had very good views of the MK while standing on the balcony. We watched the Wishes fireworks show both nights we were there.
When we stayed at BLT in February, we hated our room and the bed – it was hard as a brick. This time the room was very nice and the bed was much more comfortable. I liked the fact the Disney had added a sink to the bathroom and fixed the gap on bathroom door between the door and the frame when it was closed. There used to be a huge gap that allowed everyone to see into the bathroom.
We would stay again based on this most recent stay.
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Location, Room viewsCons:
No food optionsReviewed by wattage Review Date: 04/30/2015
Rating: (10) Recommended
We stayed one night at PO Riverside on April 18, 2015. We were in building 85 in a first floor room with two queen beds. Check in was very fast as we had used the On-Line Check-In service. We had arrived at 10:30am so our room was not ready. However, 15 minutes after leaving the check in counter, we received a text message stating that our room was ready and what our room number was.
Our room was very clean, and decorated with aspects of swamp life and scenes from “Frog and the Princess.†There was a small murphy bed that opened up with a large picture of Louis the alligator. Any kid under the age of 12 would love sleeping in this bed.
The grounds of the resort and well maintained and add a sense of tranquility to the area. I highly recommend PO Riverside to anyone. It’s become one of our favorite resorts.
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Beautiful Grounds, Great pools, locationCons:
limited food optionsReview of Food & Wine Food Booths
Reviewed by MCMod Review Date: 04/29/2015
Rating: (4) Recommended
Re-posted on behalf of Fitzboyzmom
I attended this for the first time in September with my son. We had planned to hangout here for a couple days, but never came back after the first day. Some of the food was good and it was fun to try some new things. It was not fun eating on top of garbage cans or trying to beat someone to a table. At one location, my son sat at a high table while I was in line and some woman went and stood in front of it because I guess she thought he was invisible or didn't count. She left as soon as I arrived....but weird.
There were so many people drinking so much, that it really wasn't place for children of any age. I get it and like to indulge, but it was not a place for families at all. I was really disappointed and don't plan to attend again.
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—Reviewed by MsLydiaD Review Date: 04/28/2015
Rating: (10) Recommended
The perfect character dinner for families with older children, teens or just adults. I loved the family style service. It was nice to just sit, talk and eat. The salad was great. I practically shouted "No" when the waitress asked if she could clear the salad. She assured me I could keep the salad and even get more if I loved it that much 🙂 We don't eat fish, but the Beef and Turkey were both good. The mashed potatoes and vegies were great. The characters were fun to interact with, and the changing surroundings were a highlight for us.
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Characters, Food, view of Living with the LandCons:
noneReview of The Wave Lunch/Dinner
Reviewed by wattage Review Date: 04/30/2015
Rating: (10) Recommended
My wife and I ate here on Sunday, April 19, 2015. We did not have any advanced dining reservations, but only had a short 3-4 minute wait when we showed up at 5:30pm. Once seated out server quickly showed up and took our drink orders. When she returned, she offered some great suggestion regarding the menu. My wife got the Tenderloin and I got the Braised Short Rib.
This meal was easily, and by far, the best one we had on this trip to WDW. The tenderloin was fork tender and my beef rib was supper moist and tender as well. The sides for both dishes were also excellent. We both really enjoyed our food. I’d recommend to anyone as the prices were very reasonable.
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Great Food, Great ServiceCons:
noneReview of Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria
Reviewed by wattage Review Date: 04/30/2015
Rating: (9) Recommended
We had been trying to get reservations to this restaurant for a very long time. So when we went on Tuesday, April 21, 2015 at 11:30am, we had some pretty high expectations. Fortunately, we were not disappointed!! We both ordered a build your own single pizza. Mine had pepperoni and extra cheese, and my wife’s had olives and mushrooms. Both of us loved our pizzas. The crust was among the best I’ve ever had on a pizza. We also got the salad for two, and it was good, nothing great. Next time we go, we’ll split a pizza and order desert. Highly recommend to anyone.
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Great PizzaCons:
Can get crowdedReview of Trail's End Restaurant
Reviewed by DisneyGrandma68 Review Date: 05/03/2015
Rating: (10) Recommended
It's such an out of the way wonderful spot for a good old fashioned breakfast and the ride on the boat is so fast. The waitstaff is fun and very friendly. I ate here with my best friend on 4/20/15 because my son and daughter in law and I had eaten at Christmas time and I wanted to show her what a wonderful restaurant this is. We are A/P holders so we can come a little more often. The food is so fresh and hot and some of the items are not found on other buffets we have tried, and of course that wonderful juice is served also......
We are coming in the fall again and will of course eat here. If you drive, you do have to get on a bus at the campground, but that was fun the first time also. We have eaten here 3 times and will be back.
The price is definitely worth it and is not overpriced as some spots can be at Disney. We haven't tried dinner, but we may this fall when we come after Thanksgiving for a week.
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Really good old fashioned yummy foodCons:
none really, great if you are staying @ Wilderness LodgeReview of Le Cellier Lunch/Dinner
Reviewed by KatieAnn179 Review Date: 05/01/2015
Rating: (3) Not Recommended
I wish I'd read the reviews before booking a table here. My sister and I have tried unsuccessfully several times to get a reservation for either lunch or dinner at Le Cellier, and were delighted when we finally got one during our September 2014 trip. Firstly, the dining area is dark and 'atmospheric' - not ideal if you like to see what you're eating; secondly the tables are far too close together - I could literally have cut the meat dish of the lady sitting at the next table; thirdly, the prices are ridiculously expensive. My sister ordered the mushroom pasta, I chose the pork. Sis said the pasta lacked taste and had obviously been left under a heat lamp whilst the other dish was prepared. I had to send my pork dish back as it was undercooked. The server couldn't have been more disinterested if he'd tried and grudgingly took away my pink pork and returned with it literally two minutes later. The meat had obviously been microwaved and, although it was cooked through, it was as tough as a lumberjack's boot. The desserts were ok - maple brulee - but no real flavour and served up with a complete lack of interest. The tip reflected the service - not great, but at least it was something. The dining room itself was too dark - or 'atmospheric' to give it the Disney spin - and it was jammed. It was almost impossible to get out of your seat without hitting the chair behind you, and when a party arrived that had a wheelchair user amongst them, it involved several staff having to lift chairs out of the way and ask patrons to move whilst they did so. There are at least 10 tables too many in this location. On the whole, we did Le Cellier, and won't do it again. Both of us left hungry and quite annoyed at the Dining Plan cost (2 table service 'tickets' each). We wandered round to China and split some chicken and rice to stop the rumbly tummies.
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NoneCons:
Food, Prices, Cramped AreaReview of Turf Club Bar and Grill
Reviewed by wattage Review Date: 04/30/2015
Rating: (10) Recommended
Damn - It looks like others have finally discovered this hidden gem of a restaurant! We arrived at 5:30pm for our 5:30 ADR. We were seated immediately at a nice table for two with views of the water. Our server was very good throughout our meal. At 5:30pm there were very few people in the restaurant, but by the time we left at 6:30pm, the place was very busy.
Both of us got the NY Strip with lobster fondue as our entrée. We both loved our meal. The Lobster fondue is fabulous!! I would recommend the Turf Club to anyone looking for a nice reasonably priced meal.
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Food and ServiceCons:
noneReview of Artist Point
Reviewed by wattage Review Date: 04/30/2015
Rating: (10) Recommended
We ate at Artist Point on Monday, April 20, 2015. Our ADR was for 5:35 but we arrived at 5:15 and we were seated without a wait. We once again had Steve from London as our waiter. He was excellent throughout our meal. My wife and I both got the Smokey Portabello Mushroom Soup and it was to die for – one of the best soups I’ve ever had, period. I got the cedar planked salmon as my entrée, and my wife got the Cornish game hen. My salmon was perfect!! It was among the best pieces of fish I’ve ever had. My wife also really enjoyed her game hen – it was very flavorful.
Our last visit to Artist Point was a little disappointing, but this time everything was great. I recommend to anyone interested in good food or in need of a nice restaurant for a special celebration.
