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Citricos: A Touch of the Mediterranean at the Grand Floridian

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The Grand Floridian alone features three Signature dining locations, quite a feat considering that there are only about a dozen of these Signature restaurants in all of Disney World. Known for requiring two credits when on the dining plan, Disney defines its Signature restaurants as "providing unparalleled cuisine served in elegant and relaxed surroundings." The restaurants at the Grand Floridian certainly live up to this billing and one such dining location is Citricos.
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Food, Fun, and Family at Ohana

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Among friends and family, people continue to tell me how Ohana is one of their favorite restaurants in all of Disney World and that they go there every time they visit. It comes as no surprise that reservations for Ohana are some of the hardest to come by amongst all Disney dining locations. For these reasons, the bar is always set very high when dining at Ohana and yet the restaurant continues to live up to these expectations time and time again. Ohana is definitely a restaurant not to be missed and it offers a dining experience unlike any other.
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Nine Dragons: World Showcase’s Overlooked Restaurant

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One of the primary goals of World Showcase is deepening guests' understanding and appreciation of the countries they are visiting. World Showcase is a place to educate and entertain, somewhere guests can experience first-hand the cultures, histories, sights, and sounds of 11 different nations. As such, every aspect of these World Showcase pavilions helps to offer insight into their country's culture and people; their attractions, shops, and restaurants all have different stories to tell. With Nine Dragons this story starts with the restaurant's name. The name Nine Dragons is very fitting because both the number nine and dragons have special significance in Chinese culture. In China, dragons traditionally symbolize potent and auspicious powers such as control over water, rainfall, hurricanes, and floods. The dragon is also a symbol of power, strength, and good luck. Throughout the country's history, the Emperor of China has used the dragon as a symbol of his imperial power and strength.
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Enjoy a Taste of Southern Comfort Food at Boatwright’s Dining Hall

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When it comes to dining at Disney World, the resort restaurants tend to fly a little more under the radar than those at the parks. Certainly there are quite a few of these restaurants that receive much notoriety, such as Ohana, California Grill, or Yachtsman Steakhouse, but there are also hidden gems to be found. … Continue reading "Enjoy a Taste of Southern Comfort Food at Boatwright’s Dining Hall"
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Ama Ama: Aulani’s Signature Dining Experience

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Of all the restaurants at the resort, however, there is one that stands above the rest. If you were to only dine at one restaurant at Aulani, Ama Ama would be the one not to miss. The restaurant is to Aulani what California Grill is to the Contemporary or Yachtsman Steakhouse is to the Yacht Club resort, a fine dining experience that offers unparalleled service, atmosphere, and cuisine. At Aulani, Ama Ama provides a dining experience unlike any other and one that is truly unforgettable.
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A Blast From The Past: Dining at the 50’s Prime Time Cafe

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The '50s Prime Time Cafe is a nostalgic tour back to the 1950s, a time of classic television sitcoms such as "I Love Lucy," "Leave It To Beaver," and "Father Knows Best." In fact, a meal at Prime Time makes you feel as though you have stepped right into one of these television shows. This is a restaurant where everyone is treated like family. While Mom is back in the kitchen preparing your lunch or dinner, you are waited on by an "Aunt" or "Uncle" and are introduced to the rest of your "Cousins" (your fellow diners) who are sitting at the tables next to you.
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Experience the Flavors and Beauty of the Pacific Northwest at Artist Point

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When it comes to an overall sense of grandeur, there are few places at Disney World that match the majestic beauty of Wilderness Lodge. I would go so far as to argue that no resort at Disney World goes as far as in being able to transport guests to another time and place and make … Continue reading "Experience the Flavors and Beauty of the Pacific Northwest at Artist Point"
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Cap’n Jack’s Restaurant: Downtown Disney’s Overlooked Dining Location

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When it comes to dining at Downtown Disney, I have a certain group of restaurants that are my favorites which I tend to go to again and again. On a recent trip to Downtown Disney, however, I decided to try a restaurant that I have never even set foot in despite the countless times I … Continue reading "Cap’n Jack’s Restaurant: Downtown Disney’s Overlooked Dining Location"
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